Powerwave Technologies 5JS0123 Users manual

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G3L 850-180 MCPA

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL

044-05454 Rev. A
January 2012

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or conditions specified in this document. Operation of this equipment beyond the specified ranges in
this document may cause:

1. Spurious emissions that violate regulatory requirements.

2. The equipment to be automatically removed from service when maximum thresholds are exceeded.

3. The equipment to not perform in accordance with its specifications.

It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure this equipment is properly installed and operated within
Powerwave specifications to obtain proper performance from the equipment and to comply with
regulatory requirements.

For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED EQUIPMENT, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be
incorporated in the building permanent wiring.

FCC CFR 47 Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
Powerwave could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC CFR 47 Part 15.105: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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G3L-850-180 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are found throughout this manual where applicable. The
associated icons are used to quickly identify a potential condition that could result in the
consequences described below if precautions are not taken. Notes clarify and provide additional
information to assist the user.

WARNING: This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause

bodily injury or death. Before working on any equipment, be aware of the
hazards involved with electrical and RF circuits and be familiar with standard
practices for preventing accidents.

CAUTION: The caution symbol means reader be careful. In this situation, the user might do

something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data.

NOTE The note symbol means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or ref-

erences to material not covered in this document. Procedures are not contained in

es.

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Revision Record

Revision Letter Date of Change Reason for Change

A January 2012 Initial Release

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G3L-850-180 Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 - Product Description

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Scope of Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preamplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Main and Error Amplifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Feed-forward Loop Control Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pilot Tone Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Derating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 - Controls and Indicators

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

MCPA Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MCPA Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MCPA Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 - Installation

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Damaged Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air Conditioning Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MCPA Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Initial Start-up and Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 - Maintenance

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MCPA Performance Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MCPA Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Return For Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Obtaining An RMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Repackaging for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 - Specifications

Multi-Carrier Power Amplifier Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

Industry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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G3L-850-180 List of Figures

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1 MCPA Front and Rear Views ..................................................................................................1-2

Figure 1-2 MCPA Functional Block Diagram ............................................................................................ 1-3

Figure 2-1 MCPA Controls and Indicators ................................................................................................

Figure 2-2 MCPA Interface Connector .....................................................................................................

Figure 3-1 MCPA Quarter-turn fasteners and Connectors .......................................................................3-2

2-1
2-3

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G3L-850-180 List of Tables

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1-1. Derating ....................................................................................................................................1-5

Table 2-1 MCPA Controls and Indicators ...............................................................................................

Table 2-2 MCPA Alarm States .........................................................................................................

Table 2-3 MCPA Connector Pinouts ................................................................................................

Table 3-1 Unpacking the MCPA .......................................................................................................

Table 3-2 Install the MCPA........................................................................................................

Table 3-3 Initial MCPA Start-up.................................................................................................

Table 4-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance ......................................................................................4

Table 4-2 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................

Table 4-3 MCPA Removal and Replacement............................................................................................

Table 5-1 MCPA Specifications........................................................................................................

................3-2

................3-2

................4-1

...2-2

.........2-2

.........2-3

.........3-1

.........5-1

-1

4-2

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Chapter 1

Product Description

Introduction

This manual contains information and procedures for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the G3L­850-180 Multi-Carrier Power Amplifier (MCPA).

Scope of Manual

This manual is intended for use by service technicians familiar with similar types of equipment. It contains
service information required for the equipment described and is current as of the printing date. Changes which
occur after the printing date may be incorporated by a complete manual revision or alternatively as additions.

The manual is organized into the following chapters:

❑ Ch
❑ Ch
❑ Ch
❑ Ch
❑ Ch

Product Description

The MCPA shown in Figure 1-1 MCPA Front and Rear Views is a linear, feed-forward multi-carrier power
amplifier that operates in a 25MHz frequency band from 869 MHz to 894 MHz with an instantaneous bandwidth

f 25 MHz. The instantaneous bandwidth is the maximum frequency band in which any two or more signals can

o
occupy. The instantaneous bandwidth of the MCPA is set automatically.

The MCPA is modular in design and ideally suited for use in GSM, UMTS, EDGE, CDMA, and W-CDMA base
s

tations. The MCPA provides a gain of 63 dB to provide a 210 watt output at 27 VDC and 25 °C with seven GSM
+ one EDGE signal; 150 watts with 7.5 dB PAR signal of any combination of EDGE, GSM, W-CDMA, with a
maximum of four EDGE, a maximum of eight GSM/EDGE and a maximum of two W-CDMA signals; and 130
watts with a maximum of four W-CDMA or eight CDMA signals. Refer to Figure 1-2 MCPA Functional Block
Diagram for the MCPA functional block diagram. Refer to Chapter 5 for the MCPA specifications.

apter 1 - Product Description
apter 2 - Controls and Indicators
apter 3 - Installation
apter 4 - Maintenance
apter 5 - Specifications

Functional Description

The MCPA is a self-contained module typically operated in parallel with other identical MCPAs as part of a
subrack assembly.

The MCPA consists of the following major functions:

❑ P

reamplifier

ain and error amplifiers

❑ M

eed-forward loop control circuits

❑ F

ilot tone generator

❑ P
❑ Co

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G3L-850-180 Functional Description

STATUS

RESET

PC I/O

ON

OFF

Figure 1-1 MCPA Front and Rear Views

Front

Rear

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Preamp

Delay

Second Loop

Phase and Gain

Error
Amplifier

First Loop

Phaseand Gain

Reflected

Power

(VSWR)

RF Out

Pilot Tone
Generator

RF Sample

Forward Power / Pilot Tone Detect

RF In

Premain
Amplifier

Error Out

Delay
Filter

Main
Amplifier

System
Faults

Front Panel

LED

Status

ON/OFF/RESET
Switch

Control

VDC VDC VDCVDC

+27 VDC

User
Interface

Pilot Tone

Controller

First Loop
Detection

FIRST LOOP

SECOND LOOP

First Loop
Control

Second Loop
Control

-5

+5+9+15

Figure 1-2 MCPA Functional Block Diagram

Preamplifier

The carrier (RF In) is applied to the input port of the MCPA and fed to the preamplifier stage where it is amplified
using two stages of class A mode amplifiers. The output of the preamplifier is split into two paths, one to the
main amplifier and one to the error amplifier.

Main and Error Amplifiers

The main amplifier provides the balance of gain and power in the 869 MHz to 894 MHz frequency band, using
class AB amplification for maximum efficiency. The error amplifier and feed forward loops correct signal non­linearities introduced by the class AB main amplifier.

In the error amplifier, which operates in class A mode, the RF signal is coupled to an attenuator and phase
s
The output from the pre-main amplifier is fed to the class AB main amplifier and then sampled using a coupler.
The signal (RF sample) is combined with the main input signal and input to the second feed-forward loop.

There, the RF sample is attenuated, phase shifted 180 degrees, and fed to the error amplifier where it is
a
(Error Out) is coupled back and added to the output from the main amplifier, with the control loops continuously
making adjustments to cancel out any distortion in the final output signals.

Feed-forward Loop Control Circuits

The primary function of the first loop is to amplify the carrier signals and isolate an error signal for the second
loop. It does this by amplifying the carrier signals and isolating an error signal which is passed to the second
loop. The first loop control section phase shifts the main input signals by 180 degrees and constantly monitors
the output for correct phase and gain.

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hifter in the first feed-forward loop, phase shifted by 180 degrees and then amplified in the premain amplifier.

mplified to a level identical to the sample output from the main amplifier. The output from the error amplifier

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The primary function of the second loop is to amplify the error signal to cancel out spurious products developed
in the main amplifier. The input signal is amplified by a preamplifier and fed to a coupler and delay line. The
signal from the coupler is fed to the attenuator and phase shifter in the first loop.

The second loop control section obtains a sample of the distortion added to the output signals by the main
a

mplifiers. The signal is phase shifted 180 degrees, then fed to the error amplifier where it is amplified to the
same power level as the input sample. The signal is then coupled to the main amplifier output. The final output
is monitored by the second loop and adjusted to ensure that the signal distortion and intermodulation distortion
on the final output is cancelled out.

During routine operation, all normal variations are automatically compensated for by the feed-forward loop

ontrol. If large variations occur beyond the adjustment range of the loop control, the controller shuts down the

c
MCPA RF section and a loop fault is reported to the system.

Pilot Tone Generator

The pilot tone is an internally generated signal with a predetermined frequency, phase, and amplitude is known.
If the pilot signal is suppressed at the amplifier output, then the distortion created by the main amplifier is also
suppressed.

The pilot tone signal is injected into the first loop and detected at the feedforward output of the second loop. The
p

ilot tone is coupled off of the main amplifier creating a second pilot tone that is attenuated and phase shifted
180 degrees to be used as the reference. The second pilot tone is amplified in the error amplifier and mixed with
the signals from the main signal path.

The first and second pilot tones should cancel each other out in an ideal situation. If the output detector senses

at the pilot tones do not cancel each other out, the information feeds back to control the gain and phase of

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both the main and error amplifier paths minimizing output distortion.

Controller

The controller constantly compares the active RF paths with internal references for dynamic correction of small
variations through the RF feedback control circuits to maintain constant gain, and also provides the alarm
monitoring and control for the MCPA.

A front panel mounted tri-color LED provides MCPA operational status to the local operator. The OFF/ON/

SET switch allows the operator to power on, power off or reset the MCPA. System faults are sent to a remote

RE
location through the user interface.

Cooling

The MCPA components are mounted on a heatsink and cooled by forced air flowing over the heatsink fins.
System fans draw external air through the MCPA front panel inlet and exhaust air through the MCPA rear panel
outlet. The internal temperature is monitored to keep the MCPA within the specified operating temperature.

Power Distribution

The host system provides +27 VDC power for the MCPA. The DC/DC converter and voltage regulator in the
MCPA converts the +27 VDC to +15 VDC, +9 VDC, +5 VDC, and -5 VDC for internal use. The MCPA has no
built-in short-circuit protection.

The MCPA operates at full power if the system DC supply is within 26 to 30 VDC. The MCPA shuts down if the
a

pplied DC power is less than 21.5 VDC or greater than 30.5 VDC.

Derating

MCPA RF power output is derated if the applied DC power drops below 26 VDC, but remains above 21.5 VDC.
RF output is reduced by 1.0 dB between 25 to 25.9 VDC, by 1.5 dB between 24 to 24.9 VDC and by 2.0 dB
between 21.5 to 23.9 VDC.

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Table 1-1. Derating

DC Voltage RF Output Derating

26 VDC to 30 VDC None
25 VDC to 25.9 VDC 1.0 dB
24 VDC to 24.9 VDC 1.5 dB

21.5 VDC to 23.9 VDC 2.0 dB
Below 21.5 VDC No Power/Alarm Condition

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Chapter 2

180W

Figure 2-1 MCPA Controls and Indicators

Multicolor

OFF/ON/RESET Switch

LED Status Indicator

Controls and Indicators

Introduction

This chapter contains descriptions of the G3L-850-180 Multi-Carrier Power Amplifier (MCPA) controls and
indicators.

MCPA Controls and Indicators

The location of the MCPA controls and indicators are illustrated in Figure 2-1 and listed with descriptions in
Table 2-1.

MCPA Alarms

MCPA alarm conditions are reported to the system as logic level signals through the rear connector. The front
panel LED provides a visual reference for the operator of MCPA status. Refer to Table 2-1 for a listing of LED
states. Refer to Table 2-2 for a listing of Alarm states.

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Table 2-1 MCPA Controls and Indicators

Controls and Indicators Description

Toggle Switch, Three Position

MCPA

RESET (Up) Resets

green

ON (Center) Enables MCPA. LED indicates solid green

OFF (Down) Disables MCPA. LED Indicates solid red

LED, Status

Green (solid) MCPA normal operation, no alarm

Green (blinking) Standby (disabled from front panel or disable command)

Yellow (solid) Minor Alarm - APC function enabled

Red (solid) Major alarm - no service, MCPA disabled

. LED indicates boot mode (red), then turns solid

Table 2-2 MCPA Alarm States

Alarm Definition Alarm type/LED Auto-Recovery

Output
O

verpower

Automatic

wer Control

Po
(APC)

Input

verdrive

O

High

mperature

Te

High Reverse

wer

Po

Exceed

ximum

Ma
Voltage

Below

nimum

Mi
Voltage

Loop Fail

inearization

(L
Alarm)

Internal DC

il

Fa

Device Fail Alarm if one or more output power

Disables MCPA immediately if
output power is >+2 dB over rated
output RF power.

Enabled if output power is > 52.67
dBm.*

Disables MCPA immediately if input
RF drive is >-4.95 dB

Disables MCPA if sensor
temperature is > +85° C.

Disables MCPA if the reverse RF
output power is higher than 49 dBm
for a duration of 1-minute.

Disables MCPA immediately if
supply DC voltage > +30.5 VDC.

Disables MCPA immediately if
supply DC Voltage < +20.5 VDC

Disables MCPA if loop convergence
fails.

Alarm if internal voltages fail or out
of range.

evices fail.

d

Major
(Red)

Minor
(Yellow)

Major
(Red)

Major
(Red)

Minor (Yellow)
during 1­minute
validation
period then
changes to
Major (Red)

Major
(Red)

Major
(Red)

Major
(Red)

Minor
(None)

Minor
(None)

No auto recovery. Requires front
panel manual reset, or by host system
command.

MCPA auto-recovers when output
power drops below rated maximum
output power.

No auto recovery. Requires front
panel manual reset, or by host system
command.

MCPA auto-recovers when sensor
temperature drops to less than +75
°C.

No auto-recovery. Requires front
panel manual reset, or by host system
command. Reverse power must be <

48.3 dBm.

Auto-recovery when supply voltage
drops to < +29.5 VDC.

Auto-recovery when supply voltage
increases to >+24.0 VDC

Auto-recovery when loop converges.
MCPA tries to auto recover ten times
before permanent shut down. Two
minutes and 5 seconds for each try.

Auto-recovery once voltage is within
range. No shutdown until linearization
alarm occurs.

No auto-recovery. No shutdown until
linearization alarm occurs.

*Note: If MCPA cannot compensate gain to maintain compliance, Output Overpower or Input Overdrive faults protect

CPA.

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Figure 2-2 MCPA Interface Connector

MCPA Connectors

The MCPA power, alarm, control, and RF connections are made through a D-sub combination male interface
connector located on the rear of the MCPA. Pin assignments are illustrated in Figure 2-2 MCPA Interface
Connector and listed in Table 2-3. Alarms are interpreted and generated by the MCPA and reported to the base
station as a system level alarm. The PC I/O RJ-11 connector is for factory use only.

A1

123

A2

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

456789

A3

A4

Table 2-3 MCPA Connector Pinouts

Pin Function Pin Function

A1 RF Input (Coaxial Contact) 8 SUMMARY_FAULT (Fault info) TTL

A2 +27 VDC (Power Contact) 9 DC_ON/OFF (On/Off)

A3 Ground (Power Contact) 10 PAU_RST (System Reset) TTL

A4 RF Output (Coaxial Contact) 11 NC

1 TX_H (RS-485) 12 NC

2 TX_L (RS-485) 13 AMP_A0 (PAU ID)

3 GND 14 AMP_A1 (PAU ID)

4 RX_H (RS-485) 15 AMP_A2 (PAU ID)

5 RX_L (RS-485) 16 NC

6 GND 17 PAU_TEMP (Voltage for

7 MOD_DET (Module Detection)

Temperature Measurement)

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Chapter 3

Installation

Introduction

This chapter contains unpacking, inspection, startup and installation procedures for the G3L-850-180 Multi­Carrier Power Amplifier (MCPA).

❑ Review this chapter prior to equipment installation.
❑ Review any government and local codes applicable to this installation.
❑ Read the instructions in this Chapter and Chapter 4 before operating the equipment.

Unpacking and Inspection

Perform the steps in Table 3-1 to unpack and inspect the MCPA.

Table 3-1 Unpacking the MCPA

Step Action

1

Carefully open container and remove MCPA.

2

Visually inspect MCPA for damage that may have occurred during shipment.
Check for evidence of water damage, bent or warped chassis, loose screws or
nuts, or extraneous packing material in connectors. If possible, inspect equipment
in the presence of the delivery person.

3

If possible, retain all packing material that can be reused for repackaging
components.

Damaged Equipment

If the MCPA is damaged, a claim should be filed with the carrier when the extent of any damage is assessed.
Contact the factory for a return material authorization (RMA). Refer to Chapter 4 for the return procedure.

Air Conditioning Requirements

The MCPA generates 2770 BTUs of heat at 36 A, 27 V and 180 W average RF power output. The MCPA
operates within the extended low temperature and high temperature environments as listed in Chapter 5.

MCPA Installation Instructions

CAUTION: Do not slam the MCPA into the system subrack during installation. Using
excessive force can damage the MCPA interface connector.

The modular MCPA can be installed in a variety of systems. All system connections to the MCPA are made
through the MCPA rear connector, no additional wiring is required. Perform the steps in Table 3-2 to install the
MCPA. Refer to Figure 3-1 MCPA Quarter-turn fasteners and Connectors for quarter-turn fastener position and
switch location.

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180W

Figure 3-1 MCPA Quarter-turn fasteners and Connectors

Unlocked

Locked

RF Switch:

RJ-11

Connector

(Factory use only)

Quarter-turn

fastener

RESET

ON

OFF

Quarter-turn

fastener

Interface

Connector

Table 3-2 Install the MCPA

Step Action

1

Set MCPA OFF/ON/RESET switch to the OFF (down) position.

2

Ensure quarter-turn fasteners are in unlocked position.

3

Lift and insert MCPA into the subrack. Turn the quarter-turn fasteners to locked
position to secure MCPA into subrack.

Initial Start-up and Operating Procedures

Perform the MCPA initial start-up per the instructions in Table 3-3.

CAUTION: Before applying power, ensure input and output cables are properly terminated at
the Duplexer front panel. Do not operate MCPA without a load attached. Excessive input
power may damage the MCPA. Refer to Chapter 5 for input power requirements.

Table 3-3 Initial MCPA Start-up

Step Action

1 Verify all system input and output cables are properly connected.

2 Verify +27 VDC (+/- 1 VDC) supply is available.

3 Set MCPA OFF/ON/RESET switch io ON (center) position.

4 Allow MCPA to warm-up for a minimum of two minutes before taking power readings.

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Chapter 4

Maintenance

Introduction

This chapter contains instructions for periodic maintenance, testing and troubleshooting for the G3L-850-180
Multi-Carrier Power Amplifier (MCPA).

Periodic Maintenance

NOTE Check your sales order and equipment warranty before attempting to service or repair the

uni

t. Do not break the seals on equipment under warranty or the warranty will be null and
void. Do not return equipment for warranty or repair service until proper shipping
instructions are received from the factory.

Periodic maintenance requirements for the MCPA are listed in Table 4-1.

Table 4-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance

Task Interval Action

Cleaning 3 Months Inspect for debris especially around front panel vents. Remove

Performance tests Optional Perform testing in accordance with the information below.

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st with a soft cloth/brush or vacuum cleaner

MCPA Performance Tests

MCPA Performance tests are only performed at the factory. Refer to the troubleshooting instructions below.

Troubleshooting

Perform the instructions in Table 4-2 in the case of an MCPA fault or alarm.

Table 4-2 Troubleshooting

Step Action

1 Check for proper DC supply voltage.

2 Set the OFF/ON/RESET switch momentarily to RESET (Up) position.

3 Contact your field representative or the factory if fault does not clear.

MCPA Removal and Replacement

Perform the instructions in Table 4-3 to remove and replace a MCPA.

CAUTION: Do not slam the MCPA into the system during installation. Using excessive
force can damage the MCPA connector.

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G3L-850-180 Return For Service Procedures

CAUTION: When removing the MCPA from the sys

tem, support the MCPA to prevent the
rear of the MCPA from suddenly dropping when the guide rail disengages from the track.
Dropping the MCPA can damage the rear multi-pin connector. The MCPA weighs
approximately 20 lbs. (9.1 kg).

Table 4-3 MCPA Removal and Replacement

Step Action

1 Set MCPA OFF/ON/RESET switch to OFF (down).

2 Loosen two quarter-turn fasteners that secure MCPA to the subrack.

3 With steady even pressure, use handle on front of the MCPA to pull the MCPA out of the

4 To replace MCPA, set MCPA OFF/ON/RESET switch to OFF (down).

5 Turn quarter-turn fasteners to Unlocked position.

6 Insert MCPA into subrack. Turn quarter-turn fasteners to locked position to secure MCPA.

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stem.

Return For Service Procedures

When returning products to Powerwave, the following procedures will ensure optimum response.

Obtaining An RMA

A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained prior to returning equipment and to reduce
delays in receiving repair service. Please contact our Repair Department at [phone] to obtain this
number, or FAX your request to [phone].

Repackaging for Shipment

To ensure safe shipment of a component, it is recommended that the original packing materials be reused If
this is not possible, use suitable shipping cartons and foam inserts to prevent damage in transit.

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Chapter 5

Specifications

Multi-Carrier Power Amplifier Specifications

The performance and physical specifications for the G3L-850-180 MCPA are listed in Table 5-1.

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Table 5-1 MCPA Specifications

Electrical Specifications/Features

Operating Frequency Band 869-894 MHz

Instantaneous Bandwidth 25 MHz

Air Interface GSM, EDGE, CDMA2000/CDMA, WCDMA, LTE

RF Output Power 210 Watts Max, 180 Watts Nominal

Maximum Input -4.95 dBm

Duty Cycle Continuous

BTUs 2770 at 36 Amps, 27 V and 180 W nominal RF power output

RF Gain 63 dB ±1 dB

Intermodulation Distortion -62 dBc (Max.)

Harmonics -13 dBm (Max.) 1 MHz Bandwidth; -50 dBc (Max.)

Out of Band Spurious -60 dBc (Max) ITU-R, SM329-9, Category A

Gain Flatness ±0.5 dB (Max.)

Gain Variation over Temperature ±0.5 dB (Max.)

Input Return Loss 14 dB (Min.)

Output Return Loss 10 dB (Min.)

Input Voltage Range +22 VDC to +30 VDC nominal; Operational range of 22 VDC to 30

DC Current 29 Amps at 27 V and 180 W nominal RF power output.

Efficiency 23%

Mechanical Specifications/Features

Controls Three position toggle switch: OFF/ON/RESET

Alarm Indication LED; Green (normal), Yellow (minor alarm), Red (Major alarm)

Platform Compatibility Velocity Power Amplifier (PA) will reduce power level to 120 W (Max.)

RF Input / Output / Status / Alarm /

trol / DC Input Connector

Con

DImensions 354.6 mm high, 99 mm wide, 499.9 mm deep (including handles)

Weight 12.97 kg (28.5 lbs)

C, performance derated below 26 VDC.

VD
MCPA disables at less than 21.5 VDC or greater than+30.5 VDC

f placed in a Harley/Python subrack. PA will perform at rated power

i
levels with Software upgrade for subrack

21-pin D-subminiature combo connector

(13.96” H X 3.9” W X 19.7” D)

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G3L-850-180 Industry Canada

Table 5-1 MCPA Specifications (Continued)

Environmental Specifications/Features

Operating Temperature Range -20 ºC. to +50 ºC

Storage Temperature -40 ºC. to +70 ºC

Operating Humidity, Normal 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)

Storage Humidity 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)

Industry Canada

20dB Gain Bandwidth measurement = 167 MHz:
Rated output power = 200 Watts.
Input impedance = 50 ohms.
Output impedance = 50 ohms.

English French

This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause unde­sired operation of the device.

The Manufacturer's rated output power of
this equipment is for single carrier operation.
For situations when multiple carrier signals
are present, the rating would have to be re­duced by 3.5 dB, especially where the out­put signal is re-radiated and can cause
interference to adjacent band users. This
power reduction is to be by means of input
power or gain reduction and not by an atten­uator at the output of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Indus­trie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux
deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appar­eil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compro­mettre le fonctionnement.

La puissance de sortie nominale indiquée par le
fabricant pour cet appareil concerne son fonc­tionnement avec porteuse unique. Pour des appa­reils avec porteuses multiples, on doit réduire la
valeur nominale de 3,5 dB, surtout si le signal de
sortie est retransmis et qu'il peut causer du brouil­lage aux utilisateurs de bandes adjacentes. Une
telle réduction doit porter sur la puissance d'entrée
ou sur le gain, et ne doit pas se faire au moyen d'un
atténuateur raccordé à la sortie du dispositif.

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