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This document describes the process of installing a DC RRU3232 (referred to as RRU in this
document).
Product Version
The following table lists the product version related to this document.
Product NameProduct Version
DBS3900 LTEV100R003C00 and later versions
Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
Base station installation engineers
Organization
1 Changes in the RRU3232 Installation Guide
This chapter describes the changes in the RRU3232 Installation Guide.
2 Installation Preparations
This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must be ready before
the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites that installation engineers
must have.
3 Information About the Installation
Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, installation options,
physical supports, and installation clearance requirements.
4 Unpacking the Equipment
Unpack and check the delivered equipment to ensure that all the materials are included and intact.
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The installation process involves installing an RRU and RRU cables, checking the RRU
hardware installation, and powering on the RRU.
6 Installing the RRU
This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The RRU can be installed on a pole,
U-steel, angle steel, or wall. The procedure for installing the RRU varies depending on
installation options.
7 Installing RRU Cables
This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.
8 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
After an RRU is installed, check the hardware installation.
9 Powering On an RRU
After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.
Conventions
10 Appendix
This section describes the procedure for adding an easy power receptacle (pressfit type)
connector.
Symbol Conventions
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Symbol
Description
Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk, which if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazard with a medium or low level of risk, which
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss,
performance degradation, or unexpected results.
Indicates a tip that may help you solve a problem or save
time.
Provides additional information to emphasize or supplement
important points of the main text.
General Conventions
The general conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
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2.2 Tools and Instruments........................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel...................................................................................................6
3 Information About the Installation...........................................................................................7
6 Installing the RRU.......................................................................................................................28
6.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU...............................................................................................................................30
6.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole............................................................................................................................30
6.2.1 Installing a Single RRU...........................................................................................................................33
6.2.2 Installing Two RRUs...............................................................................................................................35
6.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel..........................................................................................................................41
6.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel...................................................................................................................44
6.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall...........................................................................................................................47
6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower........................................................................................52
7.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable.......................................................................................................................65
7.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper..........................................................................................................................67
7.7 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable........................................................................................................................69
7.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG Extension Cable.........................................................70
7.9 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity.......................................................................................72
7.10 Installing an RRU power cable.......................................................................................................................74
7.11 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable...............................................................................................................76
7.12 Installing an SFP High-Speed Cable for Cascading RRUs............................................................................78
7.13 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity......................................................................................79
8 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation..............................................................................82
9 Powering On an RRU.................................................................................................................83
This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must be ready before
the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites that installation engineers
must have.
2.1 Reference Documents
Before the installation, you must be familiar with reference documents.
2.2 Tools and Instruments
All tools and instruments required for RRU installation must be ready before the installation.
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel
Onsite personnel must be qualified and trained. Before performing any operation, onsite
personnel must be familiar with correct operation methods and safety precautions.
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Before the installation, you must be familiar with reference documents.
The following reference documents are required during RRU installation:
lRRU3232 Hardware Description
lRRU3232 Hardware Maintenance Guide
lDBS3900 Installation Guide
lOCB User Guide
This document describes the RRU installation on a pole, U-steel, angle steel, or wall. If RRUs
are installed on the IFS06, the following reference document is required:
lDBS3900 (ICR) Installation Guide
2.2 Tools and Instruments
All tools and instruments required for RRU installation must be ready before the installation.
Capacity: 17 mm [0.67 in.], 21
mm [0.82 in.], and 32 mm
[1.26 in.]
Combination wrench
Capacity: 17 mm [0.67 in.], 21
mm [0.82 in.], and 32 mm
[1.26 in.]
Measuring tape
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel
Onsite personnel must be qualified and trained. Before performing any operation, onsite
personnel must be familiar with correct operation methods and safety precautions.
Before the installation, pay attention to the following items:
lThe customer's technical engineers must be trained by Huawei and be familiar with the
proper installation and operation methods.
lThe number of onsite personnel depends on the engineering schedule and installation
environment. Generally, only three to five onsite personnel are necessary.
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RRU3232
Installation Guide3 Information About the Installation
3 Information About the Installation
About This Chapter
Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, installation options,
physical supports, and installation clearance requirements.
3.1 RRU Exterior
This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.
3.2 RRU Ports
This section describes RRU ports positioned on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel,
cabling cavity panel, and indicator panel.
3.3 RRU Indicators
This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status.
3.4 Installation Options
This section describes RRU installation options. An RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel,
angle steel, or wall.
3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU
This section describes the requirements for the installation clearance of a single RRU and
multiple RRUs and the requirements for the installation spacing between RRUs.
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Installation Guide3 Information About the Installation
LabelColorStatusDescription
OffNo alarm is generated.
Blinking (on for 1s and off
for 1s)
Alarms are generated. The alarms
may be caused by the faults on the
related boards or ports. Therefore, the
necessity for module replacement is
uncertain.
ACTGreenOnThe module is working properly with
TX channels enabled.
Blinking (on for 1s and off
for 1s)
The module is working properly with
TX channels disabled.
VSWRRedOffNo VSWR alarm is generated.
OnVSWR alarms are generated.
CPRI0/
IR0
Red and
green
Steady greenThe CPRI link is available.
Steady redAn optical module fails to transmit or
receive signals because the optical
module is faulty or the fiber optic
cable is broken.
Blinking red (on for 1s and
off for 1s)
The CPRI link is out of lock because
of mutual lock of dual-mode clock
sources or mismatched data rates over
CPRI ports (you are advised to check
the system configuration to identify
the fault).
CPRI1/
IR1
Red and
green
OffThe SFP module is not properly
installed, or the optical module is
powered off.
Steady greenThe CPRI link is available.
Steady redAn optical module fails to transmit or
receive signals because the optical
module is faulty or the fiber optic
cable is broken.
Blinking red (on for 1s and
off for 1s)
The CPRI link is out of lock because
of mutual lock of dual-mode clock
sources or mismatched data rates over
CPRI ports (you are advised to check
the system configuration to identify
the fault).
OffThe SFP module is not properly
installed, or the optical module is
powered off.
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Installation Guide3 Information About the Installation
CAUTION
The brackets cannot be combined when RRUs are installed on a wall, as shown in Figure
3-11.
Figure 3-11 Correct placement of brackets
Figure 3-12 shows an RRU installed on a wall.
Figure 3-12 RRU installed on a wall
3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU
This section describes the requirements for the installation clearance of a single RRU and
multiple RRUs and the requirements for the installation spacing between RRUs.
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Installation Guide3 Information About the Installation
NOTE
The recommended installation clearance ensures normal running and provides an appropriate space for
Operation and Maintenance (O&M). If there is sufficient space, leave the recommended installation
clearance.
The minimum installation clearance ensures normal running and heat dissipation, but OM activities such
as checking indicator status and opening the maintenance cavity cannot be properly conducted. If the
installation space is restricted, leave the minimum installation clearance.
3.5.1 Installation Clearance for a Single RRU
This section describes the recommended and minimum installation clearance for a single RRU.
Recommended Installation Clearance for a Single RRU
Figure 3-13 shows the recommended installation clearance for a single RRU.
Figure 3-13 Recommended installation clearance for a single RRU
Minimum Installation Clearance for a Single RRU
Figure 3-14 shows the minimum installation clearance for a single RRU.
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Find out the cause and report it to the local
Huawei office.
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RRU3232
Installation Guide4 Unpacking the Equipment
If ...Then ...
Types and quantity of the article tally with
Sign the Packing List with the customer.
those on the packing list
There is any shipment shortage or wrong
shipment
Fill in and submit the Cargo Shortage and
Mishandling Report.
Articles are damaged.Fill in and submit the Article Replacement
Report.
WARNING
To protect the equipment and prevent damage to the equipment, you are advised to keep the
unpacked equipment and packing materials indoors, take photos of the stocking environment,
packing case or carton, packing materials, and any rusted or eroded equipment, and then file the
photos.
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This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The RRU can be installed on a pole,
U-steel, angle steel, or wall. The procedure for installing the RRU varies depending on
installation options.
CAUTION
l Do not stand the RRU upright because the load-bearing capacity of the RF ports at the RRU
bottom is low.
l Place a foam pad or cardboard under an RRU to protect the RRU housing from damage
during the installation.
6.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU
This section describes the bracket assembly and the attachment plate for an RRU.
6.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole
One or more RRUs can be installed on a pole.
6.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel
This section describes the procedure for installing the RRU on U-steel and the precautions that
must be taken during the installation. The RRU installed on U-steel can be mounted to a tower
or placed on the ground. It is recommended that only one RRU be installed on U-steel.
6.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel
This section describes the procedure for installing the RRU on angle steel and the precautions
that must be taken during the installation. The RRU installed on angle steel can be mounted to
a tower or placed on the ground. It is recommended that only one RRU be installed on angle
steel.
6.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall
This section describes the procedure for installing the RRU on a wall and the precautions that
must be taken during the installation.
6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower
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Before installing an RRU on a tower, bind the RRU and mounting kits and then hoist them onto
the tower. The RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, or angle steel. This section describes the
procedure for hoisting the RRU and mounting kits onto the tower and the precautions that must
be taken.
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Figure 6-7 Six RRUs installed on a pole in centralized mode
6.2.1 Installing a Single RRU
This section describes the procedure for installing a single RRU on a pole and the precautions
that must be taken during the installation.
Prerequisite
Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted onto the tower.
For details, see 6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower.
The hoist clamp on the main mounting bracket is secured properly.
Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the main mounting bracket.
lIf the RRU must be installed on a tower, see 3.5.1 Installation Clearance for a Single
RRU to determine a position.
lIf the RRU must be installed on the ground, see Figure 6-8 to determine a position.
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Figure 6-8 Distance between the main mounting bracket and the ground
Step 2 Fit one end of the auxiliary mounting bracket to one dual-nut bolt assembly of the main mounting
bracket.
Step 3 Install the bracket assembly on the pole, and then fit the other end of the auxiliary mounting
bracket to the other dual-nut bolt assembly, as shown in Figure 6-9.
Figure 6-9 Installing the bracket assembly
NOTE
Verify that the arrow on the main mounting bracket is pointing up.
Step 4 Using a torque wrench, tighten the nuts to 40 N·m (354.03 lbf·in.) to secure the bracket assembly
onto the pole, as shown in Figure 6-10.
CAUTION
Tighten the two dual-nut bolt assemblies alternatively. After the main and auxiliary brackets are
secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both sides and ensure that the
spacing is the same on the two sides.
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Figure 6-14 Interchanging the cover plate in the front and the attachment plate at the rear of the
second RRU
1.Remove the attachment plate from the RRU rear using an inner hexagon screwdriver.
2.Remove the cover plate from the RRU front, and use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
plastic screws from the RRU.
3.Install the plastic screws onto the RRU rear, and tighten the screws to 0.25 N·m (2.21 lbf·in.)
using a torque screwdriver.
4.Install the cover plate onto the RRU rear.
5.Install the attachment plate onto the RRU front, and tighten the stainless steel screws on
the attachment plate to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) using a torque screwdriver.
Step 4 Install the second RRU on the main mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 6-15.
Figure 6-15 Installing the second RRU on the main mounting bracket
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The section describes the procedure for installing multiple RRUs on a pole and the precautions
that must be taken during the installation.
Context
A pole supports the installation of three, four, or six RRUs. The procedures for installing them
are the same. Following is the procedure of installing four RRUs on a pole.
Procedure
Step 1 Install one set of bracket assembly on a pole. For details, see 6.2.1 Installing a Single RRU.
Step 2 Interchange the attachment plate and stainless steel screws at the RRU rear and the cover plate
and plastic screws on the RRU side, as shown in Figure 6-16.
Figure 6-16 Interchanging the attachment plate at the RRU rear and the cover plate on the RRU
side
1.Remove the attachment plate from the RRU rear using an inner hexagon screwdriver.
2.Remove the cover plate from the RRU side, and use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
plastic screws from the RRU.
3.Install the plastic screws onto the RRU rear, and tighten the screws to 0.25 N·m (2.21 lbf·in.)
using a torque screwdriver.
4.Install the cover plate onto the RRU rear.
5.Install the attachment plate onto the RRU side, and tighten the stainless steel screws on the
attachment plate to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) using a torque screwdriver.
Step 3 Install the first RRU on the main mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 6-17.
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Figure 6-21 Installing the fourth main mounting bracket
Step 8 Install the fourth RRU on the fourth main mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 6-22.
Figure 6-22 Installing the fourth RRU on the fourth main mounting bracket
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6.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel
This section describes the procedure for installing the RRU on U-steel and the precautions that
must be taken during the installation. The RRU installed on U-steel can be mounted to a tower
or placed on the ground. It is recommended that only one RRU be installed on U-steel.
Prerequisite
Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted onto the tower.
For details, see 6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower.
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It is recommended that the main mounting bracket be 1,200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1,600 mm (62.99 in.)
above the ground.
Step 2 Fit one end of the auxiliary mounting bracket to one dual-nut bolt assembly of the main mounting
bracket.
Step 3 Install the bracket assembly on U-steel, and then fit the other end of the auxiliary mounting
bracket to the other dual-nut bolt assembly, as shown in Figure 6-25.
Figure 6-25 Installing the bracket assembly
NOTE
Verify that the arrow on the main mounting bracket is pointing up.
Step 4 Using a torque wrench, tighten the nuts to 40 N·m (354.03 lbf·in.) to secure the bracket assembly
onto the U-steel, as shown in Figure 6-26.
CAUTION
Tighten the two dual-nut bolt assemblies alternatively. After the main and auxiliary brackets are
secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both sides and ensure that the
spacing is the same on the two sides.
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Figure 6-26 Securing the bracket assembly onto U-steel
Step 5 Install the RRU on the main mounting bracket until the RRU snaps shut, as shown in Figure
6-27.
Figure 6-27 Installing the RRU on the main mounting bracket
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6.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel
This section describes the procedure for installing the RRU on angle steel and the precautions
that must be taken during the installation. The RRU installed on angle steel can be mounted to
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a tower or placed on the ground. It is recommended that only one RRU be installed on angle
steel.
Prerequisite
Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted onto the tower.
For details, see 6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower.
The hoist clamp on the main mounting bracket is secured properly.
Context
Figure 6-28 shows the top view of the RRU installed on angle steel.
Figure 6-28 Top view of the RRU
Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the main mounting bracket.
(1) Angle steel
lIf the RRU must be installed on a tower, see 3.5.1 Installation Clearance for a Single
RRU to determine a position.
lIf the RRU must be installed on the ground, see Figure 6-29 to determine a position.
Figure 6-29 Distance between the main mounting bracket and the ground
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It is recommended that the main mounting bracket be 1,200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1,600 mm (62.99 in.)
above the ground.
Step 2 Fit one end of the auxiliary mounting bracket to one dual-nut bolt assembly of the main mounting
bracket.
Step 3 Install the bracket assembly on angle steel, and then fit the other end of the auxiliary mounting
bracket to the other dual-nut bolt assembly, as shown in Figure 6-30.
Figure 6-30 Installing the bracket assembly
NOTE
Verify that the arrow on the main mounting bracket is pointing up.
Step 4 Using a torque wrench, tighten the nuts to 40 N·m (354.03 lbf·in.) to secure both the bracket
assembly onto the angle steel, as shown in Figure 6-31.
CAUTION
Tighten the two dual-nut bolt assemblies alternatively. After the main and auxiliary brackets are
secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both sides and ensure that the
spacing is the same on the two sides.
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Step 2 Drill holes at the anchor points, and then insert expansion bolt assemblies, as shown in Figure
6-35.
Figure 6-35 Drilling a hole and inserting an expansion bolt assembly
1.Use a hammer drill with a φ14 bit to drill holes vertically at the marked anchor points.
Ensure that the depth of each hole ranges from 55 mm (2.17 in.) to 60 mm (2.36 in.).
WARNING
Take proper safety measures to protect your eyes and respiratory tract against the dust
before drilling holes.
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6.6 Hoisting the RRU and Mounting Kits onto a Tower
Before installing an RRU on a tower, bind the RRU and mounting kits and then hoist them onto
the tower. The RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, or angle steel. This section describes the
procedure for hoisting the RRU and mounting kits onto the tower and the precautions that must
be taken.
Prerequisite
Place a foam pad or cardboard on the ground to protect the housing of the RRU from damage
before the binding. Do not stand the RRU upright because the load-bearing capacity of the RF
ports at the RRU bottom is low.
CAUTION
Procedure
Step 1 Bind the RRU and mounting kits properly using a lifting sling, as shown in Figure 6-39.
When installed on a tower, only one RRU can be installed in standard mode or reverse mode,
and two RRUs can be installed on a pole in back-to-back mode. RRUs cannot be installed on
the side, and the brackets for more than two RRUs cannot be combined.
Figure 6-39 Binding mounting kits for the RRU
Step 2 Bind the RRU by leading the lifting sling along the bottom of the attachment plate and through
the RRU handle. Then, bind mounting kits to the lifting sling and bind the RRU handle to the
traction sling, as shown in Figure 6-40.
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1.After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley to the tower
platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed pulley.
2.Installation engineer C binds the RRU and mounting kits using the lifting sling and secures
the traction sling to the RRU handle.
3.Installation engineer B pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation engineer C pulls
the traction sling outwards to protect the RRU and mounting kits from colliding with the
tower.
4.Installation engineer A catches the RRU and mounting kits and then unties the sling.
NOTE
The procedure for hoisting the RRU and mounting kits onto the tower is for your reference only.
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Cables must be routed according to the specified cabling requirements to prevent signal
interference.
NOTE
If a cable listed below is not required, skip the routing requirements of the cable.
General Cabling Requirements
The bending radius of the cables must meet the following specifications:
lThe bending radius of the 7/8'' feeder must be more than 250 mm (9.84 in.), and the bending
radius of the 5/4'' feeder must be more than 380 mm (14.96 in.).
lThe bending radius of the 1/4'' jumper must be more than 35 mm (1.38 in.). The bending
radius of the super-flexible 1/2'' jumper must be more than 50 mm (1.97 in.), and the bending
radius of the ordinary 1/2'' jumper must be more than 127 mm (5 in.).
lThe bending radius of the power cable or PGND cable must be at least five times the
diameter of the cable.
lThe bending radius of an fiber optic cable is at least 20 times the diameter of the fiber optic
cable.
lThe bending radius of the E1/T1 cable must be at least five times the diameter of the cable.
lThe bending radius of the signal cable must be at least five times the diameter of the cable.
The cables must be bound as follows:
lDifferent types of cables must be separately routed and cannot be entangled.
lThe cables must be bound tightly and neatly. The sheaths of the cables must not be damaged.
lThe cable ties must face the same direction, and those at the same horizontal line must be
in a straight line. Extra length of cable ties must be cut.
lLabels or nameplates must be attached to the cables after they are installed.
The cables must be routed as follows:
lDifferent types of cables must be separately routed with a minimum space of 30 mm (1.18
in.) between every two cables.
lDifferent types of cables must be installed in an untangled and orderly fashion.
lDifferent types of cables must be routed in parallel or separated by special objects.
Special Cabling Requirements
Cabling requirements for power cables are as follows:
l-48 V power cables must be bound together.
l+24 V power cables must be bound together.
lPower cables, transmission cables, and signal cables are routed separately.
lMultiple power cables must be bound when routed.
lPower cables must be installed in the position specified in engineering design documents.
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lIf the length of power cables is insufficient, replace the cables rather than adding connectors
or soldering joints to lengthen the cables.
Cabling requirements for PGND cables are as follows:
lPGND cables for the base station must be connected to the same ground bar.
lPGND cables must be buried in the ground or routed indoors. They should not be routed
overhead before they are led into the equipment room.
lThe exterior of the coaxial wire and the shield layer of the shielded cable must have proper
electrical contact with the metal surface of the equipment to which they are connected.
lPGND cables and signal cables must be installed in an untangled and orderly fashion. A
certain distance must be reserved between them to prevent interference from each other.
lFuses or switches must not be installed on the PGND cables.
lOther devices must not be used for electrical connections of the PGND cables.
lAll the metal parts in the housing of the equipment must be reliably connected to the ground
terminal.
Cabling requirements for E1 cables are as follows:
lE1 cables must not cross power cables, PGND cables, or RF cables when routed. If
transmission cables are routed with power cables, PGND cables, or RF cables in parallel,
the spacing between them must be greater than 30 mm (1.18 in.).
lE1 cables are routed straightly and bound neatly with cable ties.
lSufficient slack is provided in E1 cables at turns.
Cabling requirements for fiber optic cables are as follows:
lDo not stretch, step on, or place heavy objects on fiber optic cables. Keep the cables away
from sharp objects.
lWhen fiber optic cables are routed, the extra length of the cables must be coiled around
special devices, such as a fiber coiler.
lWhen coiling fiber optic cables, apply even strength. Do not bend the cables with force.
lVacant optical connectors must be covered with dustproof caps.
7.2 Cable Connections
This section describes the cable connections for a single RRU and multiple RRUs.
NOTE
A lower-level RRU obtains power directly from the external power system, but not from an upper-level
RRU using a power cable.
Figure 7-1 shows the cable connections for a single RRU when the alarm monitoring function
is performed.
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1.Cut the cable to the required length based on the actual cable route.
2.Add an OT terminal to each end of the cable by referring to Assembling the OT Terminal
and the Power Cable.
Step 2 Install the RRU PGND cable.
Connect the M6 OT terminal at one end of the PGND cable to the ground terminal at the RRU
bottom and the M8 OT terminal at the other end to the external ground bar, as shown in Figure
7-6.
Figure 7-6 Installing an RRU PGND cable
NOTE
Crimp OT terminals in correct positions, as shown in Figure 7-7.
Figure 7-7 Correct position of an OT terminal
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Step 3 Label the installed cable by referring to Attaching a Cable-Tying Label.
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7.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU RF jumper.
Procedure
Step 1 Link the type N connector at one end of the RF jumper to the ANT port and use a torque wrench
to tighten the connector to 1N·m (8.85 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 7-8.
Figure 7-8 Installing an RRU RF jumper
CAUTION
On AC-powered electric railways, such as high speed railways, when leaky cables are connected
to RRUs installed in tunnels, high-voltage-resistance DC blocks must be installed between RRU
RF jumpers and the leaky cables to protect the RRUs against damage.
Step 2 Link the other end of the RF jumper to the external antenna system.
Step 3 Waterproof the connectors of the RF jumper by referring to Figure 7-9.
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Figure 7-9 Waterproofing a connector of the RF jumper
(1) PVC insulation tape
NOTE
l Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the width of the tape is half of its original
width.
l Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer of tape overlaps
more than 50% of the preceding layer.
(2) Waterproof tape
1.Wrap each connector with one layer of insulation tape from bottom up.
2.Wrap each connector with three layers of waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from top
down, and finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of the tape
are already wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
3.Wrap each connector with three layers of PVC insulation tape, from bottom up, then from
top down, and finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of the
tape are already wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
Step 4 Check the dustproof caps on antenna connectors. Dustproof caps must be waterproofed, as shown
in Figure 7-10.
CAUTION
Do not remove dustproof caps from vacant antenna connectors.
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l Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the width of the tape is half of its original
width.
l Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer of tape overlaps
more than 50% of the preceding layer.
1.Verify that dustproof caps are not removed.
2.Wrap each dustproof cap with one layer of PVC insulation tape from bottom up.
3.Wrap each dustproof cap with three layers of waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from
top down, and finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of the
tape are already wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the cap tightly.
4.Wrap each dustproof cap with three layers of PVC insulation tape, from bottom up, then
from top down, and finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of
the tape are already wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
Step 5 Lay out the jumper by referring to 7.1 Cabling Requirements, and then bind the jumper using
cable ties.
Step 6 Label the installed jumper by referring to Attaching a Sign Plate Label.
Step 7 Attach colored insulation tapes to the jumper by referring to Attaching the Color Ring.
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7.7 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU alarm cable.
Procedure
Step 1 Link the DB9 connector at one end of the RRU alarm cable to the EXT_ALM port on the RRU,
and link the eight cord end terminals at the other end to the external alarm device, as shown in
Figure 7-11.
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Step 2 Lay out the cable by referring to 7.1 Cabling Requirements, and then bind the cable using cable
ties.
Step 3 Label the installed cable by referring to Attaching an L-Shaped Label.
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7.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG
Extension Cable
This section describes the procedures for installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable and AISG
extension cable.
Context
When the distance between an RRU and a Remote Control Unit (RCU) is longer than 5 m (16.4
ft.), an AISG multi-wire cable is not long enough to connect the RRU and the RCU. In this case,
an AISG extension cable is used to extend the AISG multi-wire cable.
Procedure
lInstall an AISG multi-wire cable that is not configured with an AISG extension cable.
1.Link the waterproofed DB9 connector at one end the AISG multi-wire cable to the
RET port on the RRU bottom, as shown in Figure 7-12.
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Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using
the clip.
2.Connect the OT terminals of the blue and black/brown core wires at the other end of
the RRU power cable to the NEG(-) and RTN(+) wiring terminals of the LOAD0 on
the DCDU-03B respectively.
NOTE
One DCDU-03B can supply power to a maximum of six RRUs. The RRU power cable can be
connected to any wiring terminal from LOAD0 to LOAD5 on the DCDU-03B.
3.Lay out the cable by referring to 7.1 Cabling Requirements, and then bind the cable
using cable ties.
4.Label the installed cable by referring to Attaching a Cable-Tying Label.
lInstall an RRU power cable that feeds power to an RRU from the embedded power system
(EPS) when the EPS is configured.
1.Link the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector at one end of the RRU power
cable to the power supply socket on the RRU, as shown in Figure 7-18.
2.Link the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector at one end of the RRU power
cable to the RRU0 port on the EPS subrack.
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l The blue core wire in the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector is linked to the
left port on the EPS subrack, and the black/brown core wire is linked to the right port on
the EPS subrack.
l The EPS can supply power to a maximum of six RRUs. The RRU power cable can be
connected to any of RRU0 to RRU5 ports on the EPS subrack.
3.Lay out the cable by referring to 7.1 Cabling Requirements, and then bind the cable
using cable ties.
4.Label the installed cable by referring to Attaching a Cable-Tying Label.
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7.11 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing a CPRI fiber optic cable.
Prerequisite
Before the installation, single-mode optical modules can be distinguished from multi-mode
optical modules in either of the following ways:
lSM and MM labels on an optical module: SM indicates a single-mode optical module, and
MM indicates a multi-mode optical module.
lColor of the puller on an optical module: Blue indicates a single-mode optical module, and
black or gray indicates a multi-mode optical module.
Context
Procedure
Step 1 Lower the pullers of two optical modules, insert one optical module into the port on the RRU
CAUTION
The optical modules to be installed must match CPRI rates.
A CPRI fiber optic cable transmits CPRI signals between a BBU and an RRU.
For details about CPRI fiber optic cable connections, see the descriptions of connections for the
CPRI fiber optic cable in the BBU3900 Hardware Description.
and the other optical module into the CPRI port on the BBU, and then raise the pullers, as shown
in Figure 7-19.
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The performance of an optical module that is exposed to the air for more than 20 minutes may
be abnormal. Therefore, you must insert an fiber optic cable into an unpacked optical module
within 20 minutes.
Step 2 Connect the end labeled 1A and 1B of the fiber optic cable to the optical module on the RRU
side, as shown in Figure 7-20.
Figure 7-20 Installing a CPRI fiber optic cable
CAUTION
Install the fiber optic cable in the cable clip near the power cable to leave some slack at the bend.
Tighten the screws on the cable clip to 1.4 N·m (12.39 lbf·in.).
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Step 3 Connect the end labeled 2A and 2B of the fiber optic cable to the optical module on the BBU
side.
Step 4 Lay out the fiber optic cable by referring to 7.1 Cabling Requirements, and then bind the cable
using cable ties.
Step 5 Label the fiber optic cable by referring to Attaching an L-Shaped Label.
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7.12 Installing an SFP High-Speed Cable for Cascading
RRUs
This section describes the procedure for installing an SFP high-speed cable for cascading RRUs.
Context
An SFP high-speed cable for cascading RRUs connects to CPRI ports between two RRUs within
a distance of 2 m (6.56 ft.) and transmits CPRI signals between the RRUs.
Procedure
Step 1 Connect one end of the SFP high-speed cable to the CPRI1 port on the cabling cavity of the
upper-level RRU.
Figure 7-21 Installing an SFP high-speed cable for cascading RRUs
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RRU3232
Installation Guide8 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
8 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
After an RRU is installed, check the hardware installation.
Table 8-1 provides the checklist for the RRU hardware installation.
Table 8-1 Checklist for the RRU hardware installation
SNItem
1The position for each device conforms to the engineering drawing and meets the
space requirement. Sufficient space is reserved for equipment maintenance.
2The RRU is securely installed.
3The cover plate is securely installed on the RRU cabling cavity.
4Waterproof blocks are securely installed in vacant cable troughs of the RRU cabling
cavity, and the cover plate for the cabling cavity is securely installed. In addition,
vacant RF ports are covered with dustproof caps and the caps are waterproofed.
5There are no connectors or joints on each power cable or PGND cable.
6The terminals at two ends of each power cable or PGND cable are securely soldered
or crimped.
7None of power cables and PGND cables can be short-circuited or reversely
connected. In addition, these cables are not damaged or broken.
8Power cables and PGND cables are separately bound from other cables.
9The protection grounding of the RRU and the surge protection grounding of the
building share one group of ground conductors.
10The connectors of each signal cable are intact and securely linked, and these cables
are not damaged or broken.
11Labels are correct, legible, and complete at both ends of each cable, feeder, and
jumper.
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After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.
CAUTION
After you unpack an RRU, you must power on it within 24 hours. If you power off the RRU for
maintenance, you must restore power to the RRU within 24 hours.
Figure 9-1 shows the RRU power-on check process.
Figure 9-1 RRU power-on check process
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2.Connect the blue core wire labeled NEG(-) to the 2 or - port and the black/brown core wire
labeled RTN(+) to the 1 or + port on the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector
securely, and then push back the sliding blocks, as shown in Figure 10-7.
Figure 10-7 Adding an easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector to two core wires
Step 6 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable to expose the intact shield layer, as
shown in Figure 10-8.
Figure 10-8 Stripping the sheath off the power cable
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