Advanced RF Technologies EPOCHIIIC Cellular Band Repeater User Manual EPOCH III C9024 9030 9533 V0 2

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Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533
User Manual V0.1
Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533
USER MANUAL
Version 0.2
2607 Colorado Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
USA
Tel: 323-254-8131
Fax: 323-254-4928
www.adrftech.com
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Glossary
The following is a list of abbreviations and terms used throughout this
document.
Abbreviation/Term
AGC
ALC
AROMS
BTS
CDMA
CW
DAS
DL
Downlink
HPA
HW
IF
LNA
MS
PLL
PS
RF
SQE
SW
UL
Uplink
VSWR
Definition
Automatic Gain Control
Automatic Level Control
ADRF’ Repeater Operation and Management
System
Base Transceiver Station
Code Division Multiple Access
Continuous Wave (unmodulated signal)
Distributed Antenna System
Downlink
The path covered from the Base Transceiver
Station (BTS) to the subscriber’s service area
via the Repeater
High Power Amplifier
Hardware
Intermediate Frequency
Low Noise Amplifier
Mobile Station
Phased Locked Loop
Power Supply
Radio Frequency
Signal Quality Estimate
Software
Uplink
The path covered from the subscriber’s service
area to the Base Transceiver Station(BTS) via
the Repeater
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
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User Manual V0.1
Version 0.1 (Released March 4, 2009)
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. 1996-2009.
All rights reserved.
Please send comments to:
E-Mail:
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Phone:
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(800) 313-9345
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Address:
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Attention: Technical Publications Department
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USA
www.adrftech.com
Revision History
Version
0.1
0.2
Author
B.Y.Park
B.Y.Park
Description
First
Update for FCC
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August 3, 2009
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 ................................................................................... 6
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................ 6
1.1.1 Highlights ..................................................................................................... 6
1.1.2 Parts List ....................................................................................................... 7
1.1.3 Repeater Quick View.................................................................................... 8
1.2 Warnings and Hazards ....................................................................................... 9
2. EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 OVERVIEW ......................................................... 11
2.1 Operation Modes .................................................................................................. 11
2.1.1 Local Web GUI .......................................................................................... 11
2.1.1. Remote Web GUI ...................................................................................... 11
2.2 Switches & Indicators .......................................................................................... 12
2.2.1 LEDs ........................................................................................................... 12
2.2.2 AC Power Switch & Battery Port for Ethernet Port................................... 13
2.2.3 Ethernet Port ............................................................................................... 13
Installation.................................................................................................................. 14
2.2.4 Tools ........................................................................................................... 14
2.2.5 Procedure .................................................................................................... 14
2.2.6 Grounding................................................................................................... 16
2.2.7 Antenna Separation/Isolation ..................................................................... 17
2.2.8 Line of Sight ............................................................................................... 18
3. EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 AROMS SETUP ................................................... 19
3.1 Repeater/PC Connection Using AROMS ............................................................ 19
3.2 Repeater Status..................................................................................................... 21
3.3 Control.................................................................................................................. 23
3.3.1 General Setting ........................................................................................... 23
3.3.2 Manual Gain Control .................................................................................. 23
3.3.3 System ........................................................................................................ 24
3.3.4 Heartbeat Time ........................................................................................... 24
3.3.5 Alarm Setting.............................................................................................. 24
3.4 Install.................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.1 Band Selection............................................................................................ 25
3.4.2 SNMP ......................................................................................................... 25
3.4.3 Location ...................................................................................................... 26
3.4.4 Repeater ...................................................................................................... 26
3.4.5 Repeater Location....................................................................................... 26
3.4.6 Repeater Installer Info ................................................................................ 26
3.4.7 Date & Time ............................................................................................... 26
3.5 System .................................................................................................................. 27
4. MAINTENANCE GUIDE FOR EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 .......................... 29
4.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist............................................................................... 29
4.2 Preventive Measures for Optimal Operation........................................................ 29
4.2.1 Recommendations ...................................................................................... 29
4.2.2 Precautions.................................................................................................. 29
5. WARRANTY AND REPAIR POLICY ................................................................. 30
5.1 General Warranty ................................................................................................. 30
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5.2 Limitations of Warranty ....................................................................................... 30
5.3 Limitation of Damages......................................................................................... 30
5.4 No Consequential Damages ................................................................................. 30
5.5 Additional Limitation on Warranty...................................................................... 30
5.6 Return Material Authorization (RMA) ................................................................ 30
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................. 31
A.1 Mechanical Specifications................................................................................... 32
A.2 Environmental Specifications.............................................................................. 32
A.3 Power Specifications ........................................................................................... 32
A.4 Other Specifications ............................................................................................ 32
APPENDIX B: MECHANICAL DRAWING .............................................................. 33
APPENDIX C: EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 OVERVIEW ..................................... 34
C.1 Block Diagram..................................................................................................... 34
C.2 Components ......................................................................................................... 35
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1. EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533
1.1 Introduction
EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 is a Cellular band RF repeater which enhances inbuilding wireless coverage in the most effective and cost efficient way. For its
intelligent design and versatility, the EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 is the ideal
choice for wireless coverage problems indoors. EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533can
be used as a stand-alone repeater with passive antennas connected to it or it can
also be used as a feeder repeater to a DAS (Distributed Antenna System).
1.1.1 Highlights
• Covers the 25 MHz Cellular band
• AF/BF GUI Selectable
• 24/30/33dBm composite output power
• C9024,C9030(90 dB gain), C9533(95 dB gain)
• 40 dB AGC Range @ 0.5 dB Step
• Sharp out-of-band rejection; 45dBc @ 1 MHz Sub-band edge
• Automated installation
• Web GUI via DHCP
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1.1.2 Parts List
Label
Qty
Description
EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Repeater
AC Power Cable
Ethernet Cable (cross over)
Ground Cable
Anchor Bolts
CD**
Table 1 – Parts List
Figure 1 – EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Repeater Parts List
** CD includes: (1) EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 User Manual & (2) EPOCHIII-C9024/9030/9533 Quick Start Guide
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1.1.3 Repeater Quick View
Display
LED(12Page)
Upper Guard
Screw(14Page)
Bracket
Screw(14Page)
Lower Guard
Screw(14Page)
Ground Hole(16Page)
Figure 2 – EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Front & Side Views
Donor Antenna
Port(14Page)
Server Antenna
Port(14Page)
Ethernet Port (13Page)
Battery Port
(13Page)
Wall Mounting
Bracket (14Page)
Power Switch
Anchor Bolt
(13Page)
Hole (14Page)
Figure 3 – EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Back & Bottom Views
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1.2 Warnings and Hazards
WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK
Opening the EpochEpoch-IIIIII-C9024/9030/9533 could result in electric
shock and may cause severe injury.
WARNING! EXPOSURE TO RF
Working with the repeater while in operation, may expose the
technician to RF electromagnetic fields
fields that exceed FCC rules for
human exposure. Visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety
to learn more about the effects of exposure to RF electromagnetic
fields.
WARNING! DAMAGE TO REPEATER
Operating the EpochEpoch-IIIIII-C9024/9030/9533 with antennas in very
close proximity facing each other could lead to severe
severe damage to
the repeater.
RF EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE & ANTENNA PLACEMENT
PLACEMENT Guidelines
Actual separation distance is determined upon gain of antenna used.
Please maintain a minimum
minimum safe distance of at least 40 cm while operating near the
donor and the server antennas. Also, the donor antenna needs to be mounted
mounted
outdoors on a permanent structure.
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WARRANTY
Opening or tampering the EpochEpoch-IIIIII-C9024/9030/9533 will void all warranties.
Lithium Battery : CAUTION. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS.
Ethernet Instructions: This equipment is for indoor use only. All
All cabling
cabling should be
limited to inside the building
building.
lding.
FCC Part 15 Class A
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
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
generates,
tes,
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment genera
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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2. Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 Overview
2.1 Operation Modes
2.1.1 Local Web GUI
Host Mode
This mode should be selected only if a Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 is used
alone without being connected to any other device functioning as a host.
Simply connect one end of the Ethernet cable on the repeater monitor port and
the other end on the PC’s LAN port. After doing so, launch the Microsoft
Internet Browser (Internet Explorer) and the Local Web GUI will be launched
through typing the IP address (http://192.168.63.1/home.asp)
2.1.1. Remote Web
GUI
Remote Mode
This mode should be selected if an external modem box (MBOX-DET1) is
being installed along with the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 for monitoring
purposes. In this case, the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 works as a remote
unit sending its information to the collocated external modem box.
Note: ADRF’s Web GUI has not been developed for Microsoft Internet Explorer and other
web browsers (e.g. Netscape, FireFox, Mozilla, etc.) may not be compatible. ADRF’s Web
GUI has not been tested with Microsoft Internet Explorer versions higher than 6.0.
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2.2 Switches & Indicators
2.2.1 LEDs
Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 has five LEDs on the front panel of the repeater
as shown below in Figure 4.
Figure 4 – EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Repeater
POWER
If the LED is lit GREEN, it indicates that there is AC power to the repeater
SOFT FAIL
If the LED is lit YELLOW, it indicates that there is a soft fail alarm in the
system. The detailed alarm information can be viewed via the local web GUI.
In the event of a soft fail alarm, the repeater will still function, but the alarm
needs to be addressed promptly.
HARD FAIL
If the LED is lit RED, it indicates that there is a hard fail alarm in the system.
The detailed alarm information can be viewed via the local web GUI. In the
event of a hard fail alarm, the repeater will not function and immediate
attention is required.
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2.2.2 AC Power Switch & Battery Port for Ethernet Port
The AC Power on/off switch is located on the bottom of repeater (Figure 5).
The switch should be powered on after the repeater has been installed properly.
The Battery Port for are located on the bottom of the repeater as shown below
in Figure 5.
Figure 5 – EPOCH-III-C9024/9030/9533 Repeater Power Switch & Battery Port (only 9024)
2.2.3 Ethernet Port
The Ethernet ports for DHCP are located on the bottom of the repeater as
shown below in Figure 6.
Figure 6 – Ethernet Port
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Installation
2.2.4 Tools
No special tools or equipments are needed to install the Epoch-III-C9024
2.2.5 Procedure
Six mounting holes are located on the wall-mounting bracket to attach it to the
wall. The wall bracket must be securely attached to sufficiently carry the
weight of the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533, which is bolted to the wall bracket
through the four aligned mounting holes.
The following steps should be followed while mounting the repeater:
Installation Procedure
①
②
③
④
Take the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 out of the box
Using the four anchor bolts, mount the bracket on the wall
Make sure the bracket is securely mounted
Slightly tilt the repeater and mount the repeater onto the wall as shown in
the picture. Hook the upper 2 guard screws first and then slide/push in
the lower 2 guard screws into the place.
⑤ Make sure the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 is securely placed onto the
wall bracket
⑥ Fasten the 4 bracket screws back properly
⑦ Inspect that everything is secure
* Rack Mount option is also available. Please contact ADRF for additional
information.
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Figure 7 – Repeater Mounting Instructions
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2.2.6 Grounding
A ground cable is included in the packaging and should be properly connected
to the repeater as shown below.
Figure 8 – Ground Cable Connection
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2.2.7 Antenna Separation/Isolation
Separation between the antennas is necessary to prevent oscillation.
Oscillation occurs when the signal entering the system continually reenters,
due to the lack of separation between the donor and server antennas. In other
words, the signal is being fed back into the system. This creates a constant
amplification of the same signal. As a result, the noise level rises above the
signal level.
Server
Figure 9 – RF Repeater Oscillation
To prevent feedback, the donor and server antennas must be separated by an
appropriate distance to provide sufficient isolation. Isolation is attained by
separating antennas a sufficient distance so that the output of one antenna does
not reach the input of the other. This distance is dependent on the gain of the
repeater.
A sufficient isolation value is 13 ~ 15 dB greater than the maximum gain of
the repeater. For example, if the gain of the repeater is 50 dB, then an
isolation of 63 ~ 65 dB or greater is required. In the same manner, because
the Epoch-III-C9024 has a maximum gain of 90 dB, it requires an isolation of
at least 103 ~ 105 dB.
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2.2.8 Line of Sight
The donor antenna which points towards the base station typically has a
narrow beam antenna pattern. As a result, a slight deviation away from the
direction of the BTS can lead to less than optimum results. In addition,
obstacles between the repeater and the BTS may impair the repeater from
obtaining any BTS signal. As a result, the repeater cannot transmit signal to
the coverage area. Therefore, a direct line of sight to the BTS for the donor
antenna is vital to the function of a repeater. For the same reason, placing the
server antenna in direct line of sight of the coverage area is also necessary.
Figure 10 - Direct Line of Sight to the BTS
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3. Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 AROMS Setup
3.1 Repeater/PC Connection Using AROMS
i) Wait until the Power LED is lit in green. Connect the LAN cable between the
laptop’s Ethernet port and the repeater’s Ethernet port.
Note: Under Local Area Connection in Network Settings, make sure to select
Obtain an IP address automatically under Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties.
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ii)Launch MS Internet Explorer (Version 6.0)
Note: ADRF’s Web GUI has not been tested for compatibility with any other web
browsers (e.g. Netscape, FireFox, Mozilla, etc.).
iii) Type the following IP address into the address bar of MS Internet Explorer:
http://192.168.63.1/home.asp
iv) The following login screen will appear:
If you are not the Super-User, please type in your assigned username & password
which you should have received from the Super-User.
The default username and password for the General User is adrf & adrf,
respectively.
If the username & password is typed in incorrectly, the following screen will
appear:
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3.2 Repeater Status
If you click on Status tab, the following window will appear:
In this window, the user can view the following:
(To change any parameters, e.g., Instantaneous Band Width, Gain Settings, AGC
Level, etc., you must go to the Install or the Control window.)
By clicking the CDMA button, the user can check the status of the CDMA
subsystem. The CDMA button turns black gray.
CDMA Band: Will display the center frequencies of the 800 MHz spectrums
on the downlink and uplink respectively.
Power & Gain(CDMA): Will display the repeater input, gain and output
power on the downlink and uplink.
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Parameters
DL/UL Output Power
DL/UL Input Power
Gain
Range
-10 ~ 24 dBm
-12 ~ -97 dBm
50 ~ 90 dB
Step Size
0.1 dB
0.1 dB
0.5 dB
Table 2 – The displayed value ranges on the CDMA status.
Alarm: Will display five alarms with three different status conditions (Normal,
Soft Fail or Hard Fail). ‘Under Current’, ‘Over Temperature’, and ‘VSWR at
Server’ are common alarms for Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 it self. But ‘RSSI
at donor’ and ‘RF Power’ are respective alarms for CDMA.
Message Board (CDMA): Will show up to recent 20 log messages for
CDMA operation (alarms) & Heartbeats on the CDMA status window.
Installation (CDMA): Will display CDMA repeater’s installation status (Not
Installed or Installed).
Repeater Info: Will display the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 serial number,
and location information (latitude and longitude coordinates).
Repeater Location: Will display the address where the Epoch-IIIC9024/9030/9533 is installed.
Technical Support: Will display ADRF’s technical support contact
information.
Installer Contact Info: Will display the installer’s name, phone and e-mail
address.
Note: Once successfully logged in, the repeater model name and the site/cascade
ID will be displayed on the top of all the windows.
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3.3 Control
If you click on Control window at CDMA, the following window will appear:
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
At these windows, the user can adjust the following parameters:
3.3.1 General Setting
CDMA
- Automatic Gain Control (Default mode is Off)
- Downlink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)
- Uplink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)
- Uplink Tracking Mode on/off (Default mode is Off)
3.3.2 Manual Gain Control
- Downlink Gain Control
50 to 90 dB @ 0.5 dB step
- Uplink Gain Control
50 to 90 dB @ 0.5 dB step
- Downlink AGC Level
0 to 24 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default value: 24 dBm
- Uplink AGC Level
0 to 24 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default value: 24 dBm
- Uplink Tracking Offset
(0 to 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default value is 3 dB)
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3.3.3 System
- If you click the Reboot button, the following message box will appear:
When the system reboots, the last settings for CDMA will be saved.
- If you click the Factory Setting buttons for CDMA respectively, the
following message boxes will appear:
Factory setting will erase the saved settings by the user and change all the
parameters to the factory default settings.
When you click the CDMA Factory Setting;
3.3.4 Heartbeat Time
- Heartbeat on and off (Default mode is On)
- Heartbeat periodic time
(Range: 1 to 59 min @ 1 min step, default period is 20 min)
3.3.5 Alarm Setting
CDMA
- RSSI Alarm at Donor (-100 ~ -50 dBm @ 0.5 dB step,
default value is -85 dBm)
- RF Power Alarm (2 ~ 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default value is 6 dB)
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3.4 Install
If you click on the Install window for CDMA, the following window will appear:
3.4.5
3.4.1.1
3.4.6
3.4.2
3.4.7
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.4.1 Band Selection
Simply click on the desired operating bandwidth. The selected band will be
highlighted in blue. To deselect, click again on the undesired band. The
deselected band will turn back gray. Please see below Band Selection screen
shot.
3.4.1.1 CDMA Band Selection
The CDMA subsystem of the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 has three (3)
independent RF paths:
Path 1 supports A+A’ bandwidth;
Path 2 supports B+B’ bandwidths; Band Selection
3.4.2 SNMP
Type in the assigned Site/Cascade ID and Manager IP Address.
Default Site ID is ADRF.
Default Manager IP address is 100.10.10.100
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3.4.3 Location
Please type in the location information (Latitude & Longitude) where the
repeater is installed. If there are no location information with latitude and
longitude, any heartbeat will not be sent out to NOC (Network Operation
Center).
Ex) Latitude:E43.123 , Longitude:N232.111
3.4.4 Repeater
There are two Repeater Install buttons for CDMA and respectively.
Please click the Install button to automatically setup the repeater on both
Install windows.
It may take up to 3 minutes to complete the CDMA install. You will see a
gradual progress bar display. After the process is completed, a pop-up
window will display “Installation Successfully Completed” message.
Click
on Status window, the Installation box now changes from “Not
Installed” to “Installed.”
If the Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 detects a problem during the installation
process, it will show a prompt message, e.g., “Low RSSI.” Please follow the
instructions and address the problem to finish the installation process.
If the problem persists, please contact our technical support.
3.4.5 Repeater Location
Please type in the physical address where the repeater is installed.
3.4.6 Repeater Installer Info
Please type in the installer’s name, phone number and e-mail address for
technical support.
3.4.7 Date & Time
Sets the date and time for the internal clock (required for Log Messages)
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3.5 System
If you click on the System window, the following window will appear:
Note: If you are the Super-User, you will see account management section under
the System Window. If you are a local user, you will not be able to see the
account management portion.
Super-User
Only the Super-User can add, delete and modify a user. The following window
illustrates how a new user can be added by simply clicking on New Account.
Administrator
The following window illustrates how a new administrator can be added by
simply clicking on Administrator.
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Firmware Upgrade
If you click on Firmware Upgrade, the following window will appear. You can
browse through your PC and locate the firmware file. Once it’s selected, simply
click on Update and it’ll upload the desired firmware automatically and close the
session. You will need to re-login again.
After the firmware update process in done, you will see the following pop-up
window.
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4. Maintenance Guide for Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533
4.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist
a. Check for loose connections between the repeater and antennas. If
connections are loose, make sure that all connections are tightly fastened
properly.
b. Cables and connectors are in good condition.
c. Ensure that the repeater brackets are in good condition and that the repeater
is securely fastened.
4.2 Preventive Measures for Optimal Operation
4.2.1 Recommendations
• Perform the Periodic Inspection Checklist quarterly or semiannually.
4.2.2 Precautions
•
Do not operate the repeater with the antennas in extremely close proximity
to one another as this may cause damage to the repeater.
•
Do not change the parameters unless instructed to do so by an authorized
supervisor.
•
Do not move the repeater unless instructed to do so by an authorized
supervisor.
•
Do not detach any cables to the repeater unless repair of respective
components is necessary.
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5. Warranty and Repair Policy
5.1 General Warranty
The Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 carries a Standard Warranty period of five (5)
years unless indicated otherwise on the package or in the acknowledgment of the
purchase order.
5.2 Limitations of Warranty
Your exclusive remedy for any defective product is limited to the repair or
replacement of the defective product. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. may elect
which remedy or combination of remedies to provide in its sole discretion.
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. shall have a reasonable time after determining
that a defective product exists to repair or replace the problem unit. Advanced RF
Technologies, Inc. warranty applies to repaired or replaced products for the
balance of the applicable period of the original warranty or ninety days from the
date of shipment of a repaired or replaced product, whichever is longer.
5.3 Limitation of Damages
The liability for any defective product shall in no event exceed the purchase price
for the defective product.
5.4 No Consequential Damages
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. has no liability for general, consequential,
incidental or special damages.
5.5 Additional Limitation on Warranty
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. standard warranty does not cover products
which have been received improperly packaged, altered, or physically damaged.
For example, broken warranty seal, labels exhibiting tampering, physically abused
enclosure, broken pins on connectors, any modifications made without Advanced
RF Technologies, Inc. authorization, will void all warranty.
5.6 Return Material Authorization (RMA)
No product may be returned directly to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. without
first getting an approval from Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. If it is determined
that the product may be defective, you will be given an RMA number and
instructions in how to return the product. An unauthorized return, i.e., one for
which an RMA number has not been issued, will be returned to you at your
expense. Authorized returns are to be shipped to the address on the RMA in an
approved shipping container. You will be given our courier information. It is
suggested that the original box and packaging materials should be kept if an
occasion arises where a defective product needs to be shipped back to Advanced
RF Technologies, Inc. To request an RMA, please call (323) 254-8131 or send an
email to techsupport@adrftech.com.
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Appendix A: Specifications
Parameters
Frequency
Range
Specifications
Downlink
869~894MHz
Uplink
824~849MHz
Frequency Error
≤ ±0.1ppm
Band Selection
AF/BF
Downlink
AF(A-869~880 MHz,A’-890~891.5MHz)
BF(B-880~890 MHz,B’-892~894MHz)
Band
Reconfiguration
Uplink
Remarks
GUI Selectable
AF(A-824~835 MHz,A’-845~846.5MHz)
BF(B-835~845 MHz,B’-847~849 MHz)
Full band
≤ ±1.5 dB
Each band
≤ ±1.5 dB
Maximum
90 dB @ C9024, C9030
95 dB @ C9533
Gain Flatness
Gain
Step
0.5dB
Range
40dB
Tolerance
≤ ±2.0dB
Downlink
C9024(24 dBm),C9030(30 dBm), C9533(33 dBm)
Uplink
C9024(24 dBm),C9030(30 dBm), C9533(33 dBm)
Output
AGC Control Error
AGC ± 0.5 dB
Spurious emissions
≤ -15 dBm
OIP3
≥ 45 dBm
Inter modulation
Roll offs
Delay
Noise Figure
VSWR
Coupling for Modem
Composite
power
≤ -105 dBm
> 45dBc @ 1MHz outside Passband
≤ 5 us
≤ 5.0 dB @max gain
≤ 1.5:1
18± 2 dB
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A.1 Mechanical Specifications
Parameters
Specifications
Cabinet
Wall Mounting
Casing Class
IP 20 Minimum
Weight
37.5 lbs
Size
16.15 x 11.98 x 8.75 Inches
Color
7414B
Connector
Type
Input/output
N Female
Ethernet
RJ45 Female
Frame ground
Hex Nut(M6)
Cooling
Remarks
Indoor Type
Convection Cooling(No fan)
A.2 Environmental Specifications
Parameters
Specifications
Remarks
Operating Temperature
-10 ~ +50℃
Ambient
Relative humidity
5~90%, non-condensing
dust
Industrial dust per Telcordia GR63 core
Cooling Method
Convection Cooling (No fan)
A.3 Power Specifications
Parameters
Specifications
AC Power
100~130 VAC
AC Frequency
45~65 Hz
AC Supply Protection
Fuse
Back Up Battery option
12V(only C9024)
Ground
External threaded stud
Remark
8 Hours
A.4 Other Specifications
Parameters
MTBF
Specifications
Remarks
> 50,000 hours
UL 60950
Certificates
Warranty
FCC CFR47 part 15
3 Years
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Appendix B: Mechanical Drawing
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Appendix C: Epoch-III-C9024/9030/9533 Overview
C.1 Block Diagram
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C.2 Components
Duplexer
Down Udc
Controller
Up Udc
Modem Module
HPA
Power Supply
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Power Supply
It provides DC power to each module within the repeater.
Controller
It is responsible for monitoring the status of each module and controls the
parameters.
Down Udc
The downlink RF signal that enters through the cavity filter is converted to IF
frequency, which is later converted back to RF frequency through SAW filtering.
Up Udc
The uplink RF signal that enters through the cavity filter is converted to IF
frequency, which is later converted back to RF frequency through SAW filtering.
Duplexer
It consists of two BPFs (band-pass filters): Cellular TX (869 ~ 894 MHz) & RX
(824 ~ 849 MHz)
HPA
It receives the output signal from the Up/Down converter module and amplifies
the signal to the repeater’s rated maximum power level.
Modem Module
modem Module
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