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This document describes the procedure for installing a direct current (DC) RRU3642 (referred
to as RRU in this document). RRU is short for remote radio unit.
Product Version
The following table lists the product version related to this document.
Product Name
DBS3900V400
Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
lBase station installation engineers
Organization
1 Changes in the RRU3642 Installation Guide
This chapter describes changes in the RRU3642 Installation Guide.
Product Version
2 Installation Preparations
Before the installation, you must obtain all reference documents and required tools and
instruments, and have been trained on installation skills.
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
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Unpack and check the delivered equipment to ensure that all the materials are included and intact.
5 Installation Process
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 section describes the procedures for installing remote radio unit (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........................................................................................................................................3
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel...................................................................................................4
3 Information About the Installation...........................................................................................5
6 Installing the RRU.......................................................................................................................27
6.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU...............................................................................................................................29
6.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole............................................................................................................................29
6.2.1 Installing a Single RRU...........................................................................................................................32
6.2.2 Installing Two RRUs...............................................................................................................................34
6.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel..........................................................................................................................40
6.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel...................................................................................................................44
6.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall...........................................................................................................................47
6.6 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower........................................................................................................................51
7.5 Installing the RRU PGND Cable......................................................................................................................68
7.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper..........................................................................................................................69
7.7 Installing an Inter-RRU RF Cable....................................................................................................................72
7.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG Extension Cable.........................................................73
7.9 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity.......................................................................................75
7.10 Installing an RRU power cable.......................................................................................................................77
7.11 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable...............................................................................................................79
7.12 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable......................................................................................................................81
7.13 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity......................................................................................82
8 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation..............................................................................84
9 Powering On an RRU.................................................................................................................85
Before the installation, you must obtain all reference documents and required tools and
instruments, and have been trained on installation skills.
2.1 Reference Documents
Before the installation, you must familiarize yourself with the information in the following
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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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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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 the ports on the remote radio unit (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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RXA and ANT_RXC ports
and combination of
ANT_TX/RXB and
ANT_RXD ports
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TX/RX ChannelNumber of RF PortsCombination of RF ports
2T2R channel2Combination of ANT_TX/
RXA and ANT_TX/RXB
ports
3.3 RRU Indicators
This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status.
For detailed positions of RRU indicators, see RRU Ports.
Table 3-3 describes RRU indicators.
Table 3-3 RRU indicators
LabelColorStatusDescription
RUNGreenOnThere is power supply, but the module is
faulty.
OffThere is no power supply, or the module is
faulty.
Blinking (on for
1s and off for 1s)
Blinking (on for
0.125s and off for
0.125s)
ALMRedOnAlarms are generated, and the module must
Blinking (on for
1s and off for 1s)
OffNo alarm is generated.
ACTGreenOnThe module is working properly with TX
The module is working properly.
Software is being loaded to the module, or
the module is not started.
be replaced.
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.
channels enabled.
Blinking (on for
1s and off for 1s)
VSWRRedOffNo VSWR alarm is generated.
Blinking (on for
1s and off for 1s)
OnVSWR alarms are generated on the
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The module is working properly with TX
channels disabled.
VSWR alarms are generated on the
ANT_TX/RXB port.
ANT_TX/RXA port.
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LabelColorStatusDescription
CPRI0/IR0Red and
green
CPRI1/IR1Red and
green
Blinking (on for
0.125s and off for
0.125s)
Steady greenThe CPRI link is available.
Steady redAn optical module fails to transmit or receive
Blinking red (on
for 1s and off for
1s)
OffThe SFP module is not properly installed, or
Steady greenThe CPRI link is available.
Steady redAn optical module fails to transmit or receive
Blinking red (on
for 1s and off for
1s)
VSWR alarms are generated on the
ANT_TX/RXA and ANT_TX/RXB ports.
signals because the optical module is faulty
or the fiber optic cable is broken.
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).
the optical module is powered off.
signals because the optical module is faulty
or the fiber optic cable is broken.
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).
3.4 Installation Options
This section describes RRU installation options. An RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel,
angle steel, or wall.
Installing an RRU on a Pole
Figure 3-4 shows the diameter of pole for installing an AAU3801.
OffThe SFP module is not properly installed, or
the optical module is powered off.
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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.
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.
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Find out the cause and report any missing
articles to the local Huawei office.
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If ...Then ...
The outer packing is intactGo to Step 3.
The outer packing is severely damaged or
soaked
Find out the cause and report it to the local
Huawei office.
The vibrating indicator is redStop unpacking the wooden crate, and then
report it to the transportation company.
Step 3 Check the type and quantity of the equipment in the cases according to the packing list.
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 an RRU 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 6-8 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 an RRU 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 6-28 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
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 an RRU onto a Tower.
The hoist clamp on the main mounting bracket is secured properly.
Context
Figure 6-29 shows the top view of the RRU installed on angle steel.
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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 6-32.
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.
Figure 6-32 Securing the bracket assembly onto angle steel
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Figure 6-36 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.
2.Hit the expansion bolt with a rubber mallet until the expansion tube completely enters the
hole.
3.Tighten an expansion bolt slightly and place it vertically into each hole.
4.Remove the M10x65 bolt, spring washer, plastic tube, and flat washer from each expansion
bolt assembly in sequence.
NOTE
After completely removing an expansion bolt, store the plastic tube properly.
5.Hammer the bolt into the wall.
CAUTION
Do not hammer the expansion bolt entirely into the wall. Instead, leave 20 mm (0.79 in.)
to 30 mm (1.18 in.) of the expansion bolt outside the wall.
Step 3 Fit the auxiliary mounting bracket on the expansion bolt, and then use a torque wrench (17 mm
[0.67 in.]) to tighten the expansion bolt to 30 N·m (265.52 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 6-37.
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Step 6 Install the RRU on the main mounting bracket until the RRU snaps shut, as shown in Figure
6-39.
Figure 6-39 Installing the RRU
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6.6 Hoisting an RRU 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
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.
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Step 3 Hoist the RRU and mounting kits onto the tower respectively, as shown in Figure 6-44.
NOTE
Hoist mounting kits onto the tower and then install the mounting kits before hoisting the RRU onto the
tower. When hoisting the mounting kits and RRU, protect them from colliding with the tower.
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 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, install the RRU on the main mounting bracket
until the RRU snaps shut, and then unties the sling.
NOTE
The procedure for hoisting the RRU 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
Requirements for Bending Radius
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 three times the
diameter of the cable.
lThe bending radius of a fiber optic cable is at least 20 times the diameter of the fiber optic
cable, and the minimum bending radius of the breakout cable at each end of the fiber optic
cable is 30 mm (1.18 in.).
lThe bending radius of the E1/T1 cable must be at least three times the diameter of the cable.
lThe bending radius of the signal cable must be at least five times the diameter of the cable.
Requirements for Cable Binding
lThe same types of cable must be bound together.
lDifferent types of cable must be separately routed with the minimum spacing of 30 mm
(1.18 in.) and cannot be entangled.
lThe cables must be bound tightly and neatly. The sheaths of the cables must not be damaged.
lCable ties are installed in the same direction, and those at the same horizontal line must be
in a straight line.
lThe excess of indoor cable ties is trimmed off, and the excess of outdoor cable ties allows
about 5 mm (0.2 in.), without remaining rough edges.
lLabels or nameplates must be attached to both ends, joints, or turns of cables after they are
installed.
Security Requirements
lCables should be placed away from sharp objects or wall burrs. If these positions are
inevitable, protect the cables with protection pipes.
lCables must be routed away from heat sources, or heat-insulation materials are added
between cables and heat sources.
lSufficient slack (recommended for about 0.1 m [0.33 ft.]) is provided in cables at turns or
the position close to a device, facilitating cable and device maintenance.
Indoor Cabling Requirements
lCables are routed indoors through the feeder window.
lDrip loops must be made outside the feeder window, and the requirements for the minimum
bending radius are met.
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lWhen cables are routed indoors, engineers are required indoors for cooperation.
lThe feeder window must be waterproofed.
Outdoor Cabling Requirements
lCables routed outdoors must be led through a pipe when they may be damaged.
lAC power cables, transmission cables, and cables buried in the ground must be protected.
lIf cables at the cabinet bottom need to be routed through a pipe along the ground, lead the
pipe into the cabinet base for about 3 m (9.84 ft.) to 5 m (16.4 ft.), not into the cabinet.
Block the pipe with waterproof tape or silicon gel, and secure the pipe to the cable hole at
the cabinet bottom with metal piece.
lIf cables at the cabinet bottom need to be routed through a pipe along the metal cable trough,
do not lead the pipe into the cabinet base. The cable trough must be sealed and routed
through the cable hole at the cabinet bottom.
lCables are secured with cable clips.
lCables are routed neatly along the specified cabling direction and secured with cable clips.
lThe positions for cable clips are determined onsite. For example, the cable clips for the
7/8" feeder are installed at the spacing of 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) to 2 m (6.56 ft.) in the same
direction, and the cable clips for the power cables are installed at the spacing of 1 m (3.28
ft.) to 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) in the same direction.
lCable clips must be vertical with cables, and the cables in a cable clip must be parallel.
lAfter routing cables neatly and correctly, tighten the screws on cable clips.
Secure cables on the cable tray, as shown in Figure 7-1.
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lCables are routed in an untangled and orderly fashion.
lIf DC power cables need to be routed on the tower platform, lay out the cables on the
guardrail with the shortest distance and route the cables along the guardrail.
lIf DC power cables need to be routed close to a device on the tower, secure the cables to
the guardrail or pole with cable clips. The device cannot be far away from the position for
securing the cables.
Cabling Requirements for PGND Cables
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
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
lFiber optic cables must be routed by at least three qualified and trained personnel before
all preparations are made.
lFiber optic cables are used within the temperature range of -40°C to 60°C. If the current
temperature is out of the range, make protection measures or route the cables again.
lCables are routed in an untangled and orderly fashion.
lDo not bind fiber optic cables at turns.
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 excess 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.
lFiber optic cables cannot be squeezed by the cabinet door when routed through the cabinet.
lIf fiber optic cables need to be routed on the tower platform, lay out the cables on the
guardrail with the shortest distance and route the cables along the guardrail.
lIf fiber optic cables need to be routed close to a device on the tower, secure the cables to
the guardrail or pole with cable clips. The device cannot be far away from the position for
securing the cables.
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Standard AISG
female
connector on
the AISG
multi-wire
cable
ConnectorInstallation
Position
DIN male
connector
DB2W2
connector
Standard AISG
female connector
Standard AISG
female connector
Antenna system
RX_IN/OUT port
on the RRU
Standard AISG
male connector
on the remote
control unit
(RCU) or on the
AISG extension
cable
Standard AISG
male connector
on the RCU
7.5 Installing the RRU PGND Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing a remote radio unit (RRU) protection ground
(PGND) cable.
Context
The cross-sectional area of the RRU3642 PGND cable is 16 mm2 (0.02 in.2 or 6 AWG). One
end of the cable is terminated with an M6 OT terminal, and other end is terminated with an M8
OT terminal.
Procedure
Step 1 Prepare an RRU PGND cable.
1.Cut off the extra length of a PGND cable based on the required cable route.
2.Install an OT terminal on each end of the cable by referring to Assembling the OT Terminal
and the Power Cable.
Step 2 Install the RRU PGND cable.
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Connect the M6 OT terminal at one end of the PGND cable to the ground terminal at the bottom
of the RRU, and connect the M8 OT terminal at the other end of the PGND cable to the external
ground bar, as shown in Figure 7-8.
Figure 7-8 Installing the RRU PGND cable
NOTE
You must correctly crimp the OT terminals in the direction shown in Figure 7-9.
Figure 7-9 Direction for crimping OT terminals
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 DIN connector at one end of the RF jumper to the ANT port and use a torque wrench
to tighten the connector to 25 N·m (221.27 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 7-10.
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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 7-11.
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Figure 7-11 Waterproofing a connector of the RF jumper
(1) Waterproof 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) PVC insulation tape
1.Wrap each connector with three layers of waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from top
down, and finally from bottom up. Start the wrapping at the position 50 mm (1.97 in.) away
from the bottom of the connector. 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.
2.Wrap each connector with three layers of PVC insulation tape, from bottom up, then from
top down, and finally from bottom up. Start the wrapping at the position 30 mm (1.18 in.)
away from the bottom of the connector. 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. In outdoor scenarios, dustproof caps must be
waterproofed, as shown in Figure 7-12.
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 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.
3.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 Inter-RRU RF Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing the inter-RRU RF cable.
Procedure
Step 1 Link the DB2W2 connector at one end of the RF cable to the RX_IN/OUT port of an RRU, and
link the other end to the RX_IN/OUT port of the other RRU, as shown in Figure 7-13.
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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 7-14.
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Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using
the clip.
2.Link the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector at the other end of the RRU
power cable to the LOAD0 port on the DCDU-11B.
NOTE
One DCDU-11B 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-11B.
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 an EPU when the EPU 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 7-20.
2.Link the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector at one end of the RRU power
cable to the RRU0 port on the EPU 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 EPU subrack, and the black/brown core wire is linked to the right port on
the EPU subrack.
l The EPU 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 EPU.
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 CPRI0 port on the
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.
RRU and the other optical module into the CPRI port on the BBU, and then raise the pullers, as
shown in Figure 7-21.
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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 7-22.
Figure 7-22 Installing a CPRI fiber optic cable
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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.).
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 RRU Alarm Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU alarm cable.
Procedure
Step 1 Link the DB15 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 7-23.
Figure 7-23 Installing an RRU alarm cable
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RRU3642
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 tightened.
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 - port and the black/brown core wire
labeled RTN(+) to the + port on the easy power receptacle (pressfit type) connector, and
then tighten the screws using a Phillips screwdriver, 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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