Radwin AMWL1240H Users Manual

Installation and Operation Manual

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WinLink 1000

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Installation and Operation Manual

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FCC – User Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance (RADWIN) could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

Warning

Warning

It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that when using the
outdoor antenna kits in the United States (or where FCC rules apply),
only those antennas certified with the product are used. The use of
any antenna other than those certified with the product is expressly
forbidden in accordance to FCC rules CFR47 part 15.204.

Outdoor units and antennas should be installed ONLY by experienced
installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety
codes and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate
government regulatory authorities. Failure to do so may void the
WinLink-1000 warranty and may expose the end user or the service
provider to legal and financial liabilities. RADWIN and its resellers or
distributors are not liable for injury, damage or violation of regulations
associated with the installation of outdoor units or antennas.

FCC Notation for Indoor Units IDU-E and IDU-C

Concerning all models and configurations

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, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Quick Start Guide

Installation of WinLink 1000 should be carried out only by a qualified
technician. If you are familiar with WinLink 1000, use this guide to
prepare the units for operation. If you are not familiar with WinLink
1000, please read the Installation and operation Manual carefully.

1. Equipment Required

The following is a list of equipment required for installing a WinLink
1000 link:

• RJ-45 crimp tool (if pre-assembled cable is not used)

• Drill (for wall mounting only)

• IDU and ODU grounding cables

• 13 mm (½″) spanner/wrench

• ODU to IDU cable if not ordered (outdoor class, CAT-5e, 4 twisted

pairs)

• Cable ties

• Laptop running Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2. Before the Installation

1. Verify that all equipment and tools are available.

2. Install the WinLink 1000 software on the laptop; the installation

takes several minutes.

The software installation leaves the WinLink 1000 Manager icon
on the desktop.

3. BRS systems only - Activate the link.

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3. Installing the WinLink 1000 Units

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To install the ODU:

1. At site A, route the ODU cable from the ODU location (on the roof)

to the IDU location (inside the building). The maximum length is
100m.

2. Mount the ODU unit to the mast or wall, using the mounting kit and

mounting instructions.

Note

Do not tightly secure the ODU until the alignment process is complete
When installing the ODU is important to check that there are no direct
obstructions in front of the ODU between the two link sites.

3. Verify that the ODU mounting brackets are connected to ground.

4. Connect the ODU chassis ground to ground.

5. Connect the RJ-45 connectors to both ends of the cable using the

pinout table and diagram below:

IDU RJ-45 Wire Color Function ODU RJ-45

1
twisted

2 pair Green Ethernet (RxT) 2

3
twisted

6 pair Orange Ethernet (TxN) 6

4
twisted

5 pair White/Blue Power (+) 5

7
twisted

White/Green

White/Orange

Blue

White/Brown

Ethernet (RxN)

Ethernet (TxT)

Power (+)

Power (−)

1

3

4

7

8 pair Brown

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6. Secure the ODU and ground cables to the mast or brackets using

cable ties.

7. Repeat the procedure at site B.

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To align the ODU:

1. Connect power to the site A IDU.

After approximately 20 seconds the ODU beeper starts beeping.
This is normal.

2. Verify normal operation of the IDU by the LED indications on the

front panel.

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Indicator Color Status

PWR Green ON

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IDU-E Orange

Green

ON for short duration during startup
ON during normal operation

ODU Green ON shows normal operation

AIR I/F Orange

Green

ON for short duration during startup
ON shows normal operation

SERVICE Green ON shows normal operation

OFF when Service is configured for
Ethernet only

Do not stand in front of a live outdoor unit

Reference: Appendix H

3. Align the site A ODU in the direction of the site B ODU.

4. Connect power to the site B IDU.

After approximately 20 seconds the ODU beeper starts beeping.
This is normal.

5. Verify normal operation of the IDU by the LED indications on the

panel.

Indicator Color Status

PWR Green ON IDU-C only

IDU Orange

Green

ON for short duration during startup
ON during normal operation

ODU Green ON shows normal operation

AIR I/F Orange

Green

ON for short duration during startup
ON shows normal operation

SERVICE Green ON shows normal operation

OFF when Service is configured for
Ethernet only

6. Make an azimuth sweep with the site B ODU of 180 degrees so that

the site A ODU position is learned by the site B ODU.

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7. Turn the site B ODU slowly back towards the site A direction,

listening to the beep sequence until optimal alignment is achieved.

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Note

Beeper Sequence

[approx. 1s]

[approx. 2s]

=beeper on

=beeper off

Description

Best Signal so far

Signal quality increased

No change in signal

Signal quality decreased

No air link

Three beeps and a pause is the best signal
Two beeps and a pause, signal quality increased
One beep and pause is no signal change
Any other signal detects no signal between ODUs.

8. Secure the site B ODU to the mast/wall.

9. At site A, adjust the ODU slowly while listening to the beeper

sequence until the best signal is attained.

10. Secure the site A ODU to the mast/wall.

11. Monitor the link quality for about 15 minutes to verify stability.

12. Connect the management station to one of the two IDUs in the link.

13. Double-click the WinLink 1000 Manager icon to start the

application.

14. Click the Installation button to open the installation wizard and

follow the installation steps.

After selection of the radio channel and the link rate (as determined in
the Link Budget Calculator utility), verify that the link quality bar in the
WinLink 1000 manager is within the green range for TDM service and
within the yellow range for Ethernet service.

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Note

Warning

Achieve the best possible link quality values. In case of radio link loss,
verify the ODU alignment, or change the radio channel in both sides of
the link. When the radio link resumes, continue the installation
process.

4. Connecting the Power

Before connecting any cable, the protective earth terminals of the
AC/DC adapter must be connected to the protective ground conductor
of the mains power cord. If you are using an extension cord (power
cable) make sure it is grounded as well.

Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor (inside or
outside the instrument) or disconnecting of the protective earth
terminal can make this unit dangerous. Intentional interruption is
prohibited.

Connecting Power to an IDU-E

Power is supplied to the WinLink 1000 via an external AC/DC
converter, which receives power from 100–240 VAC source and
converts it to -48 VDC.

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To connect power to the IDU-E:

1. At site A, connect the 2-pin connector of the AC/DC converter to

the 2-pin DC power connector on the IDU rear panel.

2. Connect the AC/DC converter 3-prong plug to a mains outlet.

The unit turns on automatically upon connection to the mains.
The green PWR indicator turns on, and the IDU indicator blinks
orange for approximately 40 seconds during startup. See

Normal Indicators

3. After approximately 20 seconds the ODU starts beeping. The beeps

continue until the ODUs are aligned and the link set up.

section in Chapter 3.

4. Wait for approximately one minute, then repeat for Site B.

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Connecting Power to an IDU-C

AC power is supplied to the WinLink 1000 through a standard 3-prong
plug.

AC power should be supplied via a 1.5m (5 ft) standard power cable
terminated by a standard 3-prong socket. A cable is provided with the
unit.

Æ

To connect AC power to an IDU-C:

1. Connect the power cable socket to the power connector on the

WinLink 1000 front panel.

2. Connect the power cable plug to the mains outlet.

The unit will be turned on automatically upon connection to the
mains.

Æ

To connect DC power to an IDU-C

Note

A special IEC 60320 adapter for -48 VDC or -24 VDC power connection
is supplied with the unit.

5. Connecting the User Equipment

Æ

To connect user equipment to the IDU:

1. Connect the user equipment (such as PBX) to the IDU RJ-45 port

designated Trunk:

 On the rear panel of the IDU-E
 On the front panel of the IDU-C

2. Connect user hub/router or any other compatible device to the IDU

RJ-45 port designated LAN.

 On the rear panel of the IDU-E
 On the front panel of the IDU-C

•

IDU-C has an integrated LAN switch that provides two 10/100BaseT
ports. The Integrated LAN switch does not support spanning tree.

•

The two LAN por s can be connected to two separate LAN segments. t

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Cau ion t

Do not connect both LAN ports to the same LAN segment, a loop will
be created that will flood the network.

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Contents

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 Overview .................................................................................................. 1-1

Application....................................................................................................... 1-1

Versions........................................................................................................... 1-2

Features........................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Physical Description.................................................................................. 1-5

IDU-E............................................................................................................... 1-5

IDU-C .............................................................................................................. 1-5

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

1.3 Functional Description .............................................................................. 1-6

1.4 Technical Specifications............................................................................ 1-7

Chapter 2. Installation and Setup

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

2.2 Site Requirements and Prerequisites .........................................................2-1

2.3 Package Contents .....................................................................................2-1

2.4 Equipment Required ................................................................................. 2-2

2.5 Installation Sequence ................................................................................2-2

2.6 Mounting the ODU.................................................................................... 2-3

2.7 Connecting the ODU to the IDU ................................................................ 2-4

2.8 Installing WinLink 1000 Management Software .........................................2-5

2.9 Connecting the Power............................................................................... 2-6

Connecting Power to an IDU-E.......................................................................... 2-6

Connecting Power to an IDU-C ......................................................................... 2-6

2.10 Starting the WinLink 1000 Manager Software ............................................2-7

2.11 Over the Air Connection indication ...........................................................2-9

2.12 Aligning ODUs with the Beeper ...............................................................2-10

2.13 Calculating the Air Interface Rate ............................................................2-11

2.14 Installing the Link ................................................................................... 2-11

Selecting Channels ......................................................................................... 2-15

Selecting the Service Parameters..................................................................... 2-16

Setting the Clock Configuration...................................................................... 2-18

Setting the T1 Line Code ................................................................................ 2-19

2.15 Connecting the User Equipment.............................................................. 2-20

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3.1 Turning On WinLink 1000 ......................................................................... 3-1

3.2 Controls and Indicators ............................................................................ 3-1

IDU Front Panel Indicators ................................................................................ 3-1

WAN/LAN Indicators......................................................................................... 3-2

Normal Indications ........................................................................................... 3-3

3.3 Default Settings ........................................................................................ 3-4

3.4 Managing WinLink 1000 ...........................................................................3-5

3.5 Turning Off WinLink 1000......................................................................... 3-7

Chapter 4. Configuration

4.1 Configuring the System Parameters ..........................................................4-1

4.2 Selecting Channels ................................................................................... 4-3

WinLink 1000 with Automatic Channel Select.................................................... 4-4

WinLink 1000 5.4 GHz ETSI Version.................................................................. 4-5

WinLink 1000 BRS Version................................................................................ 4-6

4.3 Configuring Service Parameters ................................................................4-7

4.4 Setting the Clock Configuration ................................................................4-9

4.5 Setting the T1 Line Code......................................................................... 4-12

4.6 Editing the Configuration Parameters...................................................... 4-13

4.7 Changing the Transmit Power ................................................................. 4-15

4.8 Defining the Management Addresses ...................................................... 4-17

4.9 Setting the Date and Time ......................................................................4-18

4.10 Configuring the Bridge ........................................................................... 4-20

ODU Bridge Mode........................................................................................... 4-21

IDU Aging time............................................................................................... 4-21

4.11 Configuring Ethernet Mode ..................................................................... 4-22

4.12 Setting the Maximum Information Rate ................................................... 4-23

4.13 Changing Community Values .................................................................. 4-24

Editing Community Strings ............................................................................. 4-24

Forgotten Community string .......................................................................... 4-26

4.14 Changing Passwords............................................................................... 4-26

Changing the Management Password ............................................................. 4-26

Changing the Link Password........................................................................... 4-27

Forgotten the Link Password .......................................................................... 4-27

4.15 Muting the Beeper ..................................................................................4-28

4.16 Setting External Alarm Inputs ................................................................. 4-28

4.17 Managing Configuration Files .................................................................4-29

Saving WinLink 1000 Configuration in a File ................................................... 4-29

Restoring a Configuration File ........................................................................ 4-30

4.18 Reinstalling the Link ............................................................................... 4-30

4.19 Resetting WinLink 1000 .......................................................................... 4-30

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4.20 Displaying the Inventory .........................................................................4-31

Chapter 5. Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

5.1 Automatic Link Data Collection (Get Link Information) ..............................5-1

5.2 Monitoring Performance ...........................................................................5-2

Saving the Monitor Log..................................................................................... 5-2

Setting the Events Preferences.......................................................................... 5-3

Saving the Events Log....................................................................................... 5-4

5.3 Viewing Performance Reports ...................................................................5-5

5.4 Error Detection and Alarms....................................................................... 5-9

5.5 Link Compatibility .................................................................................. 5-11

5.6 Testing WinLink 1000 ............................................................................. 5-12

Local External Loopback................................................................................. 5-13

Remote Internal Loopback.............................................................................. 5-13

Remote External Loopback ............................................................................. 5-14

Local Internal Loopback.................................................................................. 5-14

5.7 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 5-15

5.8 Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................................5-16

5.9 Technical Support................................................................................... 5-18

Appendix A. Wiring Specifications

Appendix B. Mast and Wall Installation
Appendix A. Link Budget Calculator
Appendix D. AIND Antenna Alignment Procedure
Appendix E. Antenna Characteristics
Appendix F. Hub Site Synchronization

Appendix G. BRS Installation Procedure

Appendix H. RF Exposure

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1.1 Overview

WinLink 1000 is a carrier-class, high capacity, Point-to-Point broadband
wireless transmission system. WinLink 1000 combines legacy TDM and
Ethernet services over 2.3, 2.4, 4.9 and 5.x GHz unlicensed bands, and

2.5 licensed band; and is suitable for deployment in FCC, ETSI, CN, UK,
and CSA-regulated countries. The system provides up to 48 Mbps
wireless link and supports ranges of up to 80 km (50 miles) with an
external antenna.

The screens shown in this manual are for version 1.700. For WinLink
1000 systems with earlier ODU hardware versions contact technical
support, [e-mail], for the relevant manual.

Application

Figure 1-1

WinLink 1000 units.

illustrates a typical point-to-point application of two

Figure 1-1. Typical Application

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Versions

WinLink 1000 is available in several different frequency ranges, with
versions for ETSI and FCC regulations;

• F23, 2.300–2.400 GHz

• F24, 2.400–2.4835 GHz

• F25, 2.496–2.690 GHz

• F49, 4.940–4.990 GHz

• F53, 5.250–5.350 GHz

• F54, 5.470–5.725 GHz

• F58, 5.725–5.850 GHz

• F59, 5.865–5.935 GHz

Several special systems are also available;

Features

• WL1000-AIND, All Indoor unit, F58/FCC with 4T1 support.

WL1000-AIND integrates the ODU and the IDU-C into a single 19"
IDU-C box.

• WL1000-ACCESS, Ethernet only units powered over the Ethernet via

PoE unit. Available in F23, F24, or F58 frequency ranges.

• WL1000-ACCESS-CL, ODU is equipped with special hardware for

the collocation of several units, using a method called Hub Site
Synchronization (HSS).

For the full product range see the latest WinLink 1000 brochure on our
website.

Wireless Link

WinLink 1000 delivers up to 48 Mbps air rate for Ethernet and E1/T1
traffic. The system supports a variety of spectrum bands and can be
configured to operate in any channel in the band with a carrier step
resolution of 5, 10, or 20 MHz (2.x GHz versions support TDM at 10 or
20 MHz only).

WinLink 1000 operation complies with ETSI, CSA, CN, UK, and the FCC
47CFR Part 15 and subpart C and E requirements.

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WinLink 1000 employs Time Division Duplex (TDD) transmission. This
technology simplifies the installation and configuration procedure.
There is no need to plan and to allocate separate channels for the
uplink and downlink data streams.
Operation over 2.4 GHz and 5.x GHz bands is not affected by harsh
weather conditions, such as fog, heavy rain etc.

LAN Interface

The WinLink 1000 LAN port provides 10/100BaseT interfaces with
autonegotiation and transparent VLAN support. Traffic handling is
provided by a MAC-level self-learning bridge.

TDM Interface

The WinLink 1000 TDM interface accepts E1 or T1 traffic, supporting
the following:

• Unframed operation (E1 and T1)

• AMI and B8ZS zero suppression (T1).

Advanced Encryption System

WinLink 1000 (version 1.500 and above) ensures user's data security
with one of the most sophisticated commercially available combined
encryption and authentication techniques, CCM/AES. This technique
combines message authentication (preventing antispoofing and replay
protection) with commercial encryption, and complies with the IEEE

802.11i (phase iii) security recommendations.

CCM/AES uses a symmetric 128-bit encryption key (EK), and a nonce,
and provides both message encryption and authenticating signature.
The nonce mechanism enables the receiver to remember already
received genuine messages and reject all replayed messages.

Initial encryption and authentication is based on a user-defined master
key (Link Password). While standard Wireless LAN encrypts only the
Ethernet Payload, WinLink 1000 encrypts both the source and
destination MAC addresses.

Management

WinLink 1000 has full local and remote management capabilities. The
user-friendly SNMP-based management tool provides full end-to-end
configuration, event log and performance monitoring capabilities.

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Alternatively each site can be configured or monitored via a Telnet
terminal.

Diagnostics and Performance Monitoring

WinLink 1000 supports activating local and remote loopbacks on E1/T1
links.

WinLink 1000 constantly monitors the data transmission process,
evaluates received signal strength, and signal quality. It also monitors
received traffic and frame rate (FPS) for local and remote units.

Automatic Channel Select

Some versions of WinLink 1000 have the Automatic Channel Select
feature, which operates via a Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
mechanism. This enables coexistence with any radar system that may
be active in the area. WinLink 1000 performs channel monitoring and
selects the channel with the lowest interference for the transmission.
WinLink 1000 operation complies with ETSI requirements where the
ETSI version has been purchased.

Adaptive Rate Modulation (ARA)

WinLink 1000 changes modulation automatically depending on channel
characteristics in order to guarantee continuation of service. The
adaptive modulation enables the user to maximize Ethernet
throughput without degradation of the TDM service quality. When
Ethernet only service is used, the adaptive modulation enables
improving the Ethernet performance in case of air performance
degradation (periodical interference or RSS changes).

In case of interference at one site, there is no need to use a lower
modulation at the other site (as in previous versions). In such a case
the actual rate changes automatically only at the problematic site,
while the second side of the link maintains the highest possible rate
(Asymmetric).

Adaptive modulation can be selected in both Installation and
Configuration wizards.

Transmit Power Control

The Transmit Power Control (TPC) function, provides the capability of
defining the transmit power in order to comply with the ETSI standard

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requirement of
30 dB maximum. See
control.

Table 4-1

for full details of transmit power

Alarm Connector

The IDU-C has four external alarm inputs and outputs in the form of
dry-contact relays. The Alarm interface is located on the front panel of
the IDU-C and is a 9-pin D-type female connector. The user enables or
disables each of the alarms and configures the text that appears in the
alarm trap. The ODU sends the alarm within less than a second from
actual alarm trigger.

The alarm connector is available as an ordering option for the IDU-E.

Link Compatibility

WinLink 1000 indicates the version compatibility via software traps. As
new hardware is added to existing networks compatibility issues may
arise. Trap messages indicate the problem and suggest upgrades as
appropriate.

Optional External Antenna

WinLink 1000 supports configuration of an external antenna. In this
configuration, the outdoor unit is supplied with an N-type connector
that connects through a coax cable to the external antenna.

An external antenna can extend the range of the link, and in some
cases, may help to reduce environmental interferences. Various
external antennas are available for the WinLink 1000 operating
frequencies.

For example, an optional flat panel 28 dBi external antenna increases
the operation range of WinLink 1000 up to 80 km (50 miles).

Hub Site Synchronization

When several WinLink 1000 units are collocated at a common hub site
interference may occur from one unit to another. WinLink 1000 ODU
units are supplied with special hardware for the collocation of up to
eight units.

Using a method called Hub Site Synchronization (HSS) an external cable
is connected to all collocated WinLink 1000 ODUs, this cable carries

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pulses sent to each ODU, which synchronize their transmission with
each other. (See

Appendix F

for more details).

E1 Trunk Redundancy

IDU-R units have a secondary E1 input which may be connected to
external equipment other than the ODU. This provides backup in the
event of failure of either the air interface link of the WinLink 1000, or
the secondary E1 link.

The user configures which of the two links is the main link and which is
the backup link.

1.2 Physical Description

WinLink 1000 system consists of an Outdoor Unit (ODU) and an Indoor
Unit, which may be an IDU-E or an IDU-C.

Figure 1-2

integrated antenna.

shows the IDU-E, IDU-C carrier class unit, and an ODU with

Figure 1-2. WinLink 1000 Units

IDU-E

The front panel of the IDU-E includes five LEDs, which display the
status of E1/T1 traffic, wireless link, self-test results, the ODU-to-IDU
link, and power status. For a detailed description of the front panel
LEDs, see

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The rear panel of the IDU includes the connectors for power, WAN,
LAN, E1/T1, and the ODU. The wiring specifications are detailed in

Appendix A

. The rear panel LEDs are described in

Chapter 3

.

IDU-C

The IDU-C front panel includes four LEDs that display the status of
E1/T1and, wireless link, self-test results, and ODU-to-IDU link. For a
detailed description of the front panel LEDs, see

Chapter 3

.

ODU

ODU includes a power connector, which receives -48 VDC, and RJ-45
for Ethernet traffic from the IDU. The ODU is attached to a mast using a
special mounting kit, which is supplied with the unit.

The ODU can be used with an integrated antenna, as illustrated in

Figure 1-2

used, then the ODU is supplied fitted with an N-type connector.

, or with an external antenna. If an external antenna is to be

1.3 Functional Description

WinLink 1000 system comprises of the following units:

• Outdoor Unit (ODU): An enclosed aluminum frame with a front

sealed plastic cover, containing an integrated transceiver with an
antenna, RF module, modem and standard interfaces. The ODU
stores all the configuration parameters of the WinLink 1000 system.

Figure 1-3

• Indoor Unit (IDU-E or IDU-C): The interface unit between the ODU

and the user. It converts 100–240 VAC to -48VDC, and sends it on
to the ODU. The IDU does not store any configuration data.
Therefore, there is no need for additional configuration of the
WinLink 1000 system when replacing an IDU.

shows the ODU block diagram.

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Figure 1-3. ODU Block Diagram

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1.4 Technical Specifications

Air Interface

Technology

Duplexing Method

Capacity

Modulation

Channel Resolution

Transmitter Power

Range

Frequency Bands
[GHz]
and Standards

OFDM

Time Division Duplex (TDD)

Configurable up to 48 Mbps

OFDM - BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

5/10/20 MHz (BRS systems 5 and 10 MHz
only)

Specification is different per product, for
further details refer to the

Link Budget

Calculator

Up to 41 km (25.5 miles)
Up to 80 km (50 miles) with an external
antenna

ACCESS versions up to 20 km.

2.300–2.483

2.496–2.690

4.940–4.990

FCC, ETSI

FCC part 27 (BRS)

FCC

Antennas

LAN Interface

E1 Interface

5.150–5.350

5.470–5.725

5.725–5.850

(See Antenna Characteristics in

PHY

Framing/Coding

Bridging

Line Impedance

VLAN Support

Frame Size

Connector

Data Rate

Up to 2 × 10/100BaseT, auto-sensing

IEEE 802.3/U

Self-learning, up to 2048 MAC addresses

100Ω

Transparent

1536 bytes max

RJ-45

Unframed (transparent) 2.048 MHz
(Specification may be different per ordering

Appendix E

FCC

ETSI

FCC

)

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option)

T1 Interface

Indicators

Line Interface

Connector

No. of Ports

Data Rate

Zero Suppression

Connector

No. Of Ports

PWR (green)

IDU (green)

ODU (green/red)

HDB3

RJ-45

IDU-E: 1 or 2
IDU-C: 4

Unframed (transparent) 1.544 MHz
(Specification may be different per ordering
option)

AMI, B8ZS

RJ-45

IDU-E: 1 or 2
IDU-C: 4

Power status (IDU-E only)

IDU-C status

ODU-to-IDU link status

Power

Alarm
Connector

LINK (green/red)

SERVICE (green/red)

Source

Power Received by
the ODU

Power Con umptions

Connector

Connector
Electrical
Characteristics

Link status

E1/T1 signal status

IDU-E: 100–240 VAC via external AC/DC
converter
IDU-C: 100–240 VAC via AC cable

-48 VDC (-42 to –60 VDC)
24 VDC

-48 VDC

ODU plus IDU-E – 10W max

ODU plus IDU-C – 14W max

IDU-E 2-pin

IDU-C AC – 3-pin IEC connector
DC – 3-pin terminal block

DB-9 female

Dry Contact, 30V/2A
Max input current, 0.01A at 0.5W (R=5K)

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Physical

Environment

Outdoor Uni (ODU) t

Height

Width

Depth

Weight

Indoo Unit

r

Height

Width

Depth

Weight

Outdoor Uni (ODU)

t

Enclosure

Temperature

24.5 cm / 9.3 in 30.5 cm / 12 in

13.5 cm / 5.13 in 30.5 cm / 12 in

4.0 cm / 1.57 in 5.8 cm / 2.3 in

1.0 kg / 2.2 lb 1.5 kg / 3.3 lb

IDU-E IDU-C

4.5 cm (1.7 in) 1U 4.5 cm (1.7 in) 1U

23.5 cm (9.3 in) 29 cm (11.5 in)

16.5 cm (6.7 in) 43 cm (17.7 in)

0.5 kg (1.1 lb) 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)

All-weather case

-35 to 60°C/-31 to 140°F

With integrated
antenna

Indoo Unit (IDU-E and IDU-C)

Temperature

Humidity

r

-0 to 50°C/32 to 122°F

Up to 90%, non-condensing

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Chapter 2

Installation and Setup

2.1 Introduction

This section describes the installation, alignment, and setup
procedures for a WinLink 1000 system.

Warning

After installing the hardware and establishing a link, refer to
for operation instructions and

In case a problem is encountered, refer to
diagnostic instructions.

•

Internal settings, adjustment, maintenance, and repairs may be
performed only by a skilled technician who is aware of the hazards
involved.
Always observe standard safety precautions during installation,
operation, and maintenance of this product.

Chapter 4

for configuration instructions.

Chapter 5

for test and

Chapter 3

2.2 Site Requirements and Prerequisites

For the IDU units, allow at least 90 cm (36 in) of frontal clearance for
operating and maintenance accessibility. Allow at least 10 cm (4 in)
clearance at the rear of the unit for signal lines and interface cables.

The ambient operating temperature should be –45 to 60°C/–49 to
140°F (ODU), or –5 to 45°C/23 to 113°F (IDU) at a relative humidity of
up to 90%, non-condensing.

2.3 Package Contents

The WinLink 1000 packages include the following items:

• ODU package contains:

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 ODU
 Mast/Wall mounting kit plus mounting instructions
 WinLink 1000 Manager installation CD
 Spare RJ-45 connector

• IDU-E package contains:

 IDU-E
 110V/220V adapter
 IDU wall-mounting drilling template
 Self adhesive label showing the IDU LED operation
 Spare RJ-45 connector

Or

• IDU-C Package Contains:

 IDU-C
 Self adhesive label showing the MAC address and the alternative

community string KEY. Keep this label safe.

 For AC model, 110/240 VAC with 3-pin terminal block connector

(green)

 For DC model, 3-prong connector cable
 Standard 1-U, 19” carrier rack
 Spare RJ-45 connector

• External antenna (if ordered)

• ODU/IDU cable at length ordered (optional)

• Technical documentation CD

2.4 Equipment Required

The following is a list of the equipment required for installing the
WinLink 1000 hardware.

• RJ-45 crimp tool (if pre-assembled ODU/IDU cable is not used)

• Drill (for wall mounting only)

• IDU and ODU grounding cable

• 13 mm (½″) spanner/wrench

• ODU to IDU cable if not ordered (Outdoor class, CAT-5e, 4 twisted

pairs)

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• Cable ties

• Laptop running Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2.5 Installation Sequence

The WinLink 1000 system installation is achieved by following the
steps listed below:

1. Installing ODUs at both sites of the link.

2. Assembling the ODU cable and connecting ODU to IDU at both

sites.

3. Connecting the power.

4. Installing the management program on the network management

station.

5. Aligning the ODUs.

6. Use the Link Budget Calculator Application

7. Running the Installation wizard from the management program.

8. Connecting user equipment to the local and remote IDUs.

Figure 2-1

illustrates a typical installation of WinLink 1000 with an

external antenna.

Installation Sequence 2-3