Motorola 92FT7041, 92FT7039 Users manual
VM2500 - WiMAX Vehicular Subscriber
Module (VSM)
Installation Guide
WiMAX VSM
Installation Guide
6802987C01
Revision A
January 2010
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Table of Contents
Patents........................................................................................................................... ii
Warranty........................................................................................................................ ii
Revision History............................................................................................................. iii
About This Guide
Introduction.................................................................................................................... vii
Configurations................................................................................................................ vii
Chapter Descriptions..................................................................................................... viii
Notational Conventions.................................................................................................. ix
Related Documents....................................................................................................... ix
Service Information........................................................................................................ ix
Safety............................................................................................................................. x
FCC Interference........................................................................................................... x
Chapter 1: WiMAX VSM Description
The WiMAX VSM Unit .................................................................................................. 1-1
Modem .......................................................................................................................... 1-2
Connectors Panel ......................................................................................................... 1-2
LED Indicator Panel with On/Off Button ....................................................................... 1-4
LED Indicators Functions .............................................................................................. 1-5
Control .......................................................................................................................... 1-5
Chapter 2: Installation
Unpacking and Inspecting the Shipment ...................................................................... 2-1
Safety and General Information .................................................................................... 2-1
Planning the Installation ................................................................................................ 2-3
Installation Constraints ............................................................................................ 2-3
Cables Routing ....................................................................................................... 2-4
Drilling Holes ........................................................................................................... 2-4
Tools and Equipment .............................................................................................. 2-5
Antennas ....................................................................................................................... 2-6
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WiMAX Antennas .................................................................................................... 2-6
WiFi Antenna .......................................................................................................... 2-7
GPS Antenna .......................................................................................................... 2-8
Cables ........................................................................................................................... 2-8
Mounting Tray ............................................................................................................... 2-9
Modem Installation Process .......................................................................................... 2-9
Antennas Mounting ....................................................................................................... 2-10
Special Antennas Installation Considerations ......................................................... 2-10
Modem Installation Procedure ...................................................................................... 2-11
Cables Routing and Connection Procedure ................................................................. 2-12
DC Power and Ignition Cable Installation ............................................................... 2-12
WiMAX Antenna Cable Installation ......................................................................... 2-13
WiFi Antenna Cable Installation .............................................................................. 2-13
GPS Antenna Cable Installation ............................................................................. 2-13
LAN/Ethernet Cable Installation .............................................................................. 2-14
Cap Installation ............................................................................................................. 2-14
Chapter 3: Configuring and Monitoring the VSM
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3-1
Prior to Configuration .................................................................................................... 3-1
The Configuration Wizard ............................................................................................. 3-3
Configuring the WiMAX VSM Security .................................................................... 3-4
Configuring the WiMAX VSM Time Zone ................................................................ 3-5
Monitoring the WiMAX VSM Operation ........................................................................ 3-5
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 4-1
Appendix A: Specifications
Physical ........................................................................................................................ A-1
Communication Ports .............................................................................................. A-1
RF Ports .................................................................................................................. A-1
Operating Temperature ........................................................................................... A-2
Power ...................................................................................................................... A-2
WiMAX Antenna ...................................................................................................... A-3
WiFi Antenna .......................................................................................................... A-3
GPS Antenna .......................................................................................................... A-3
Communication Channel Packet Error Rate ........................................................... A-3
RF Characteristics .................................................................................................. A-4
Appendix B: Reference
Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................... B-1
Replacement Parts List ........................................................................................... B-1
Kit Replacement Parts List ...................................................................................... B-2
About This Guide
Introduction
The WiMAX VSM Installation Guide provides general instructions for installing, setting up, operating, maintaining,
and troubleshooting the WiMAX VSM.
Configurations
This guide includes the following configurations:
•
F7400A model WiMAX VSM with WiFi
•
F7300A model WiMAX VSM without WiFi
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Chapter Descriptions
Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
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Chapter 1, WiMAX VSM Description provides the product overview.
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Chapter 2, Installation provides unpacking instructions and all required procedures for installing the WiMAX
VSM.
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Chapter 3, Configuring and Monitoring the VSM provides the procedures that enable configuring the WiMAX
VSM for best operation.
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Chapter 4, Troubleshooting provides details regarding possible malfunctions that may occur after first time
installation of the WiMAX VSM, their probable cause and the recommended corrective action.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•
Italics are used to highlight the following:
• Chapters and sections in this and related documents
• Dialog box, window and screen names
• Drop-down list and list box names
• Check box and radio button names
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Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• Key names on a keypad
• Button names on a screen.
•
bullets (•) indicate:
• Action items
• Lists of alternatives
• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential
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Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-s te p pr oc ed ur e s) ap pe a r as nu m be re d lists.
Related Documents
•
WiMAX VSM Basic Service Manual, p/n 6802987C02.
•
WiMAX VSM Detailed Service Manual, p/n 6802987C03.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact
information is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/contactsupport.
When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:
•
Serial number of the unit
•
Model number or product name
•
Software type and version number
Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in service agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment
for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during
shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the
warranty.
If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, please contact that
business partner for support.
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Safety
Before installing/using this product, the installer/operator must be familiar with the RF energy awareness
information and operating instructions in the “Product Safety and RF Energy Exposure Booklet” enclosed with the
WiMAX VSM (Motorola Publication part number 68P81095C99) to ensure compliance with Radio Frequency (RF)
energy exposure limits.
FCC Interference
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Chapter 1 WiMAX VSM Description
The WiMAX VSM Unit
The Motorola WiMAX Vehicular Subscriber Module (VSM) is a high/medium power infrastructure modem. Two
models are available:
•
F7300A without WiFi, 1.12W (29.5+1 dBm) for US and Canada, and 0.5W (26+/-1dBm) for EU
•
F7400A with WiFi, 1.12W (29.5+1 dBm) for US and Canada, and 0.5W (26+/-1dBm) for EU (WiMAX), and
160mW (21+
See Figure 1-1.
1 dBm) for US and Canada, and 56mW (16.5 +/-1dBm) for EU (WiFi).
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1 Modem
2 LED Indicator Panel (Front Panel)
3 Connectors Panel (Back Panel - not shown)
1
2
3
Figure 1-1
For detailed specifications of the VSM unit, see Appendix A: Specifications.
Modem
The modem has a Connectors panel (back panel) and a LED Indicator panel with On/Off button (front panel).
Connectors Panel
The WiMAX VSM Connectors panel consist of the following (see Figure 1-2):
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1 LAN/Ethernet communication cable connector (RJ45)
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2 RF cable TNC type connectors (WiMAX)
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DC power cable connector
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1 RF cable reverse SMA type connector (WiFi) (for F2387A model only)
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Ignition cable connector
WiMAX VSM - General View
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1
2
3
4 (for F2378A model
5
6
1 LAN/Ethernet communication connector (RJ45)
2 2 RF TNC type connectors (WiMAX)
3 DC power connector
4 RF reverse SMA type connector (WiFi)
5 Ignition connector
6 RF SMA type connector (GPS)
only)
1 RF cable SMA type connector (GPS)
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Figure 1-2
Connectors Panel
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