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EasyST
Hardware Installation Guide
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605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev H
Table Of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 4
Purpose .......................................................................................................................... 4
Targeted Audience ........................................................................................................... 4
Referenced Documentation ................................................................................................ 4
Conventions .................................................................................................................... 4
Warnings and Cautions ........................................................................................................ 5
Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies ................................................................................ 5
Radio Interference ........................................................................................................... 5
Avoiding Radio Interference............................................................................................... 5
Modifications ................................................................................................................... 5
Manufacturer's Disclaimer Statement .................................................................................. 5
Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................... 6
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein ................................... 6
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC................................. 6
Fcc Interference statement................................................................................................... 8
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement .................................................. 8
Maximum Output TX Power ............................................................................................... 9
System Overview.............................................................................................................. 10
EasyST Frequency Ranges ............................................................................................... 11
Main Features................................................................................................................ 11
Architecture .................................................................................................................. 12
EasyST Models ............................................................................................................ 13
EasyST Block Diagram ................................................................................................. 13
EasyST Protocol Stack .................................................................................................... 14
Theory of Operation ....................................................................................................... 15
Installation Prerequisites.................................................................................................... 16
Package Contents........................................................................................................... 16
Minimum PC Requirements .............................................................................................. 16
Required Tools............................................................................................................... 16
Physical Description .......................................................................................................... 17
Physical Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 17
Ports ............................................................................................................................ 17
LEDs ............................................................................................................................ 19
LED Button.................................................................................................................... 21
Cabling............................................................................................................................ 22
Connecting EasyST to a Computer .................................................................................... 22
Connecting EasyST to Power ............................................................................................ 23
Changing the AC/DC Power Adapter's Prongs................................................................... 23
Introduction
Connecting the Power .................................................................................................. 24
Verifying Correct Cabling................................................................................................. 26
Mounting ......................................................................................................................... 27
Desktop Mounting .......................................................................................................... 27
Wall Mounting................................................................................................................ 27
Optimizing RF Reception .................................................................................................... 30
Connecting the External Antenna ........................................................................................ 33
Attaching the Antenna RF Cable ....................................................................................... 33
Mounting the External Antenna ........................................................................................ 36
Replacing the Clip-On Antenna............................................................................................ 39
EasyST Smart Card ........................................................................................................... 42
Resetting EasyST to Default Settings ................................................................................... 43
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................ 44
Trademarks and Copyrights................................................................................................ 45
Contact Information .......................................................................................................... 46
Revisions ......................................................................................................................... 47
Warnings ......................................................................................................................... 48
1. Disclaimer ................................................................................................................. 48
1.1 Safety Warnings ....................................................................................................... 48
1.2 Important Warning Symbols....................................................................................... 48
1.3 Important Service Information.................................................................................... 49
1.4 UL Information ......................................................................................................... 49
1.5 CE Notice ................................................................................................................ 49
1.6 European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein............................ 50
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC ............................ 50
1.7 CAUTION................................................................................................................. 51
1.8 Lightning Protection .................................................................................................. 51
Glossary .......................................................................................................................... 53
Index .............................................................................................................................. 57
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev H
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Airspan's EasyST wireless access device. The EasyST customer premise
equipment (CPE) is part of Airspan's ASMAX family of WiMAX-based products.
This section provides a preface by discussing the purpose, audience, organization, conventions, and
customer support of this guide.
Purpose
This guide provides a description of the EasyST as well as step-by-step instructions for installing the
EasyST.
Targeted Audience
This guide is intended for the end-user installing the EasyST. This device requires no professional
installation.
Referenced Documentation
For a detailed description of the Web-based management tool, refer to the WiMAX Web-based
Management User's Guide.
Conventions
This guide uses the following typographical conventions:
Convention
Meaning
Example
Bold
Command, menu, icon, button, and field
Click the Next button.
"To" in bold face
and at the
beginning of a
sentence
Introduces a numbered procedure
To download a SW
file:
Warning that provides information that can
prevent and avoid bodily or mechanical
harm
--
Note that provides useful information
--
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies
The EasyST (or the external antenna, if implemented) should be installed and operated from a
minimum distance of 20 cm to your body.
Radio Interference
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 on and off, the user is encouraged to try correcting the
interference by performing one or more of the following measures:
Reorientate or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment to 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
Avoiding Radio Interference
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any antenna or
transmitter.
Ensure a minimum of 1-meter separation between co-located EasySTs.
When using an external antenna, the external antenna must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Modifications
Any changes and modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Airspan Networks
may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Manufacturer's Disclaimer Statement
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of the vendor. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied,
is made with respect to the quality, accuracy or fitness for any particular purpose of this document.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the content of this document and/or the
products associated with it at any time without obligation to notify any person or organization of
such changes. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product or documentation, even
if advised of the possibility of such damages. This document contains materials protected by
copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any
form, by any means or for any purpose without expressed written consent of its authors. Product
names appearing in this document are mentioned for identification purchases only. All trademarks,
product names or brand names appearing in this document are registered property of their
respective owners.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and
Liechtenstein
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC
English:
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Deutsch:
Dieses Gerät entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren
entsprecheneden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU.
Dansk:
Dette udstyr er i overensstemmelse med de væsentlige krav og andre relevante
bestemmelser i Directiv 1999/5/EF.
Español:
Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales asi como con otras disposiciones de la
Directive 1999/5/EC.
Greek:
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Airspan ∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Ο ΕΞΟΠΛΙΣΜΟΣ ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ
ΟΥΣΙΩ∆ΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ∆ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ Ο∆ΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français:
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigencies essentialles et aux autres dispositions pertinantes
de la Directive 1999/5/EC.
Íslenska:
Þessi búnaður samrýmist lögboðnum kröfum og öðrum ákvæðum tilskipunar 1999/5/ESB.
Italiano:
Questo apparato é conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed agli altri principi sanciti dalla Direttiva
1999/5/EC.
Nederlands:
Deze apparatuur voldoet aan de belangrijkste eisen en andere voorzieningen van richtlijn
1999/5/EC.
Norsk:
Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i
EU-directiv 1999/5/EC.
Português:
Este equipamento satisfaz os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões da Directiva
1999/5/EC.
Suomalainen:
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleelliset vaatimukset ja on siinä asetettujen
muidenkin ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska:
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Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och andra relevanta
bestämmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC.
The Declaration of Conformity related to this product can be obtained from
product_management@Airspan.com
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FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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 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.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Introduction
Maximum Output TX Power
CPE Maximum Output TX Power
Caution: Do not set maximum output TX power higher than local regulations.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
EasyST is a revolutionary, self-install, indoor WiMAX customer premises equipment (CPE). The
EasyST is designed to work with WiMAX compliant base stations including the base station products
in the AS.MAX family. The EasyST, which uses Intel Corporation’s Pro/Wireless 5116 broadband
interface, connects IP-enabled devices directly to WiMAX networks and can be installed indoors by
end users within minutes without the need for costly professional installations by an operator.
EasyST is designed for the residential and small enterprise markets, providing high-speed
broadband Internet access and a Fast Ethernet connection to the subscriber's local area network
(LAN).
EasyST models support IP services at speeds of up to 37 Mbit/s over-the-air gross rates over
channel bandwidths of up to 10 MHz in both uplink and downlink. EasyST is available in numerous
ETSI frequency bands, operating in FDD and TDD modes in numerous channels, see: EasyST
Frequency Ranges.
EasyST uses the OFDM signaling format, providing non line-of-sight (NLOS) performance. EasyST
utilizes QAM, QPSK, and BPSK modulation technologies by modulating transmitted signals and
demodulating the received signals where the original digital message can be recovered. The use of
adaptive modulation allows EasyST to optimize throughput, yielding higher throughputs while also
covering long distances.
EasyST is typically deployed with a clip-on antenna, which is attached directly to the EasyST's top
panel. However, for deployments in rigorous terrains, the EasyST can be attached using an RF cable
to an external window-mount antenna to provide strong radio coverage.
The EasyST's compact design allows it to be deployed alongside the end-user's PC by simply placing
it on a desktop (or mounting it to a wall when using an external antenna. Easy-to-read radio signal
strength LED indicators on the EasyST's top panel enable the end user to position the device in the
optimum location, ensuring service availability and reliability, while increasing service speed and
reducing network load.
EasyST provides 10/100BaseT interface with the subscriber's LAN. In addition, the EasyST provides
an interface for adding plug-in expansion modules to provide support for features such as:
WiFi and LAN Switch (EasyWiFi module)
VoIP and battery backup (EasyVoice module)
EasyST is powered by an AC/DC power adapter that is plugged into any standard electrical wall
outlet. The power adapter provides interchangeable plug prongs to suit country-specific electrical
wall sockets.
EasyST can be managed by Airspan's AS.MAX Web-based management system using standard Web
browsers, or alternatively, by an SNMP-based network management system (Netspan) through BS
intervention using standard and proprietary MIBs. In addition, external third-party management
systems such as HP OpenView can also manage the EasyST using these MIBs.
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EasyST Frequency Ranges
The table below lists the frequency range of EasyST models currently available. This table will grow
as more models become available.
Frequency Band
Channel Bandwidth
1.4265 – 1.524 in GHz TDD mode
1.75 MHz
3.5 MHz
5 MHz
3.3 – 3.5 GHz in TDD mode
1.75 MHz
2.75 MHz
3.5 MHz
5 MHz
3.4 – 3.6 GHz in FDD mode
1.75 MHz
3.5 MHz
3.6 – 3.8 GHz in TDD mode
1.75 MHz
3.5 MHz
5 MHz
4.9 – 5.0 GHz in TDD mode
2.5 MHz
5 MHz
10 MHz
5.47 – 5.725 GHz in TDD mode
2.5 MHz
5 MHz
10 MHz
5.725 – 5.875 GHz in TDD mode
2.5 MHz
5 MHz
10 MHz
5.850 – 5.950 GHz in TDD mode
2.5 MHz
5 MHz
10 MHz
Main Features
World’s First "Self-Install" WiMAX Subscriber Station - fast, easy and simple installation
Full Indoor Non-LOS Deployment -- 256 OFDM
No professional installation, simply Plug and Play -- user unpacks, plugs in and surfs
Based on the latest wireless technology WiMAX IEEE 802.16 standard
Based on 802.16 ProWireless 5116 Rosedale chip
Compact unit occupying little space
Designed to sit next to a computer on a desktop (or mounted on a wall when external
antenna used)
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Clip-on antenna containing four 90-degree, high-gain directional antennas providing 360
degree coverage (EasyST selects antenna with best RF reception) -- self pointing for easy
setup by untrained subscriber
Provides signal strength LEDs for quick and simple alignment with provider's base station
High throughput providing fast access at burst data rates of up to 37 Mbps over channel
bandwidths of up to 10 MHz
Supports transparent bridging
Supports multiple UL bursts per SS frame
Signal information can be obtained via Web Management Performance tool
Supports QoS (based on IP addresses, protocols, applications, DiffServ/TOS, 802.1p)
Smart Card (SIM) option
Configuration for Operator Network via integrated Smart Card (SIM) socket
Stackable Style Design for adding plug-in expansion modules for the following interfaces:
Integrated IEEE 802.11b/g WiFi access point and 4 Port LAN Switch (EasyWiFi) allowing
you to add WiFi functionality to your EasyST.
Integrated VoIP allowing connection of 2 conventional telephones (POTS) one Ethernet
and battery backup (EasyVoice) allowing you to add VoIP functionality to your EasyST.
Low cost
Note: Contact your Airspan representative for more information on the EasyVoice
extension module or the EasyWiFi extension module.
Note: Check product specifications for latest feature content.
Architecture
The EasyST is a self-install indoor unit requiring no professional installation. The EasyST
architecture includes the following components:
EasyST module with clip-on antenna
AC/DC power adapter with interchangeable plug prongs: plugged into a standard electrical
wall outlet (110/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), supplying the EasyST with 6 VDC power
The EasyST provides a fast and easy mounting method by allowing you to simply place it on a
desktop/table. However, if an external antenna is used, the EasyST can alternatively be mounted on
a wall.
The figure below displays the EasyST architecture:
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EasyST Models
The EasyST is available in three optional deployment models:
EasyST with clip-on antenna containing four high-gain, integrated flat panel, 90-degree
directional antennas, providing 360 degree coverage. EasyST selects the antenna with best
RF reception with the BS by using the 6-pin Antenna Controller.
EasyST with external antenna connected by RF cable for easy window mounting.
EasyST (clip on or external antenna) providing plug-in expansion modules supporting the
following interfaces:
WiFi (EasyWiFi)
VoIP and battery backup (EasyVoice)
LAN switch
EasyST Block Diagram
The figure below displays the EasyST block diagram:
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Note: EasyST uses the antenna switch to select one of the four 90-degree antennas of the
clip-on antenna. The antenna switch is not used in deployments in which the external
window-mount antenna is implemented.
EasyST Protocol Stack
The figure below displays a block diagram of the EasyST's network architecture, designed as a
hierarchy of protocols (i.e. protocol stack) implemented in the communication network.
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Theory of Operation
For basic operation, the EasyST requires no initial configuration--simply plug and play. Configuration
is automatically performed over the air by the BS. The EasyST is preconfigured by the operator at
the BS (using Netspan) with service flow parameters such as the maximum information rate, the
committed information rate, the maximum latency, and maximum jitter. These configuration
parameters are stored in Netspan's database corresponding to the EasyST's MAC address.
Before any communication between EasyST and BS can occur, the EasyST must be positioned in a
location that provides sufficient RF reception.
To join a network, the EasyST needs to perform a few tasks. First, the "Network Entry" process
(defined in IEEE 802.16-2004) begins with the EasyST scanning for a downlink (DL) signal from the
base station, and then synchronizing to the DL channel. Thereafter the EasyST can start the process
of initial ranging, which alerts the BS to the presence of the EasyST and establishment of
management connections to obtain basic and primary management connection IDs (CID) from the
BS. After the CIDs have been obtained, the EasyST commences authorization and key exchange. In
the final stage, the EasyST registers at the base station and thereafter obtains the IP address, time
of day and the configuration file from the BS.
During Network entry, the EasyST sends the BS its MAC address. The BS then accesses Netspan's
database (via SNMP) and checks whether the EasyST's MAC address appears in the database. If it
locates the MAC address, the BS retrieves all the EasyST's configuration parameters (service flows)
from the database and downloads them to the EasyST device.
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INSTALLATION PREREQUISITES
Before installing your EasyST, read the following sections to ensure that no EasyST items are
missing, minimum computer requirements are fulfilled, and you have the required installation tools.
Package Contents
The EasyST kit includes the following items:
EasyST module with clip-on antenna
AC/DC power supply adapter
Category 5 Ethernet LAN cable (1.5 meters)
Mounting kit with 2 x screws and 2 x wall anchors (implemented only when using external
antenna)
Protective plastic cap cover to replace clip-on antenna (implemented only when using
external antenna)
Quick Installation Guide
Note: Examine the EasyST shipping container. If you notice any damage, or missing items
as listed in the Packing List, immediately notify the carrier that delivered the unit and contact
an Airspan representative.
Minimum PC Requirements
Ensure that your computer provides an Ethernet interface such as a Network Interface Card (that
provides an RJ-45 port).
Required Tools
Typically, the EasyST requires no tools for installation, except when you want to wall mount the
unit. For wall-mounting, ensure that you have the following tools:
Drill with a no. 6 twist drill bit
Hammer for tapping the wall anchors into the drilled holes
Pencil for marking the hole positions on the wall
Philips screwdriver
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
The EasyST's physical description is described in the following topics:
Physical dimensions
Ports
LEDs
LED Button
Physical Dimensions
The physical dimensions of the EasyST are listed in the table below:
Parameter
Value
Dimensions
(H x W x
D):
With clip-on antenna: 130 x 145 x 145 mm (5.12 x 5.7 x 5.7 inches)
Without clip-on antenna: 30 x 145 x 145 mm (1.18 x 5.7 x 5.7
inches)
Weight:
With clip-on antenna: 0.43 kg (approximate)
Without clip-on antenna: 0.3 kg (approximate)
Ports
The EasyST provides various ports on its top, bottom, and side panels, as described in the table
below:
Panel
Port
Interface
Side
8-pin RJ-45
10/100BaseT Ethernet LAN
DC power
jack
6 VDC power (supplied by AC/DC power adapter)
6-pin header
Integrated Antenna Controller for attaching clip-on antenna
(determines active antenna--1 out of 4)
MCX jack
Clip-on antenna or window-mount external antenna
(connected by RF cable)
30-pin IDC
socket
Plug-in extension module for the following interfaces:
Top (cover
exposed)
Bottom
802.11 WiFi and LAN Switch
VoIP and Battery Backup (EasyVoice)
SIM
Operator's defined parameters
The EasyST ports located on the top panel (with the clip-on antenna removed) are shown in the
figure below:
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The EasyST ports located on the side and bottom panels are shown in the figure below:
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Physical Description
LEDs
The EasyST provides LEDs for indicating the status of various operations. These LEDs are located on
the EasyST's top panel for easy viewing, as shown in the figure below:
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The EasyST LEDs are described in the table below:
LED
power
Color
Mode
Status
Red
On
Off
lan
link
signal
Green
On
Green
Description
EasyST receiving power
No power received by EasyST
10/100BaseT network device (e.g.
PC) correctly connected to EasyST
Flashing
Active LAN link (i.e. traffic flow)
Off
No 10/100BaseT interface connected
to EasyST
On
Active WiMAX link
Flashing
Undergoing Network Entry
Off
No WiMAX link
Customer mode
Average Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)
Green
signal
SNR < 5
First left-most
LED is on
5 <= SNR < 9
Two left-most
LEDs are on
9 <= SNR < 12
Three left-most
LEDs are on
12 <= SNR < 16
Four left-most
LEDs are on
16 <= SNR < 22
Five LEDs are on
22 <= SNR
PRO mode
Customer mode
Off
Red
Professional
Mode #1
On
Modulation (See table below)
Green
Professional
Mode #2
On
RSSI (for 3.5 Mhz) (See table below)
N/A
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All LEDs are off
Professional Mode N/A
#3
N/A
Physical Description
Professional Mode #1
Modulation
Modulation
LED #1
LED #2
LED #3
LED #4
LED #5
BPSK_1/2
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
QPSK_1/2
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
QPSK_3/4
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
16QAM-1/2
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
16QAM_3/4
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
64QAM_2/3
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
64QAM_3/4
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
Professional mode #2
RSSI (for 3.5 Mhz)
Average RSSI Values (dBm)
5 Signal LEDs
RSSI < (-95)
All LEDs are OFF
(-95) < = RSSI< (-90)
First (left) LED is ON
(-90) < = RSSI < (-85)
Two first (left) LEDs are ON
(-85) < = RSSI < (-80)
Three left LEDs are ON
(-80) < = RSSI < (-75)
Four left LEDs are ON
(-75) < = RSSI
Five LEDs are ON
LED Button
The LED button (full support planned for future) located below the LED lights provides the following
functionality:
Toggles between LED modes: Each time you press the button, the LED mode changes:
Customer (standard mode): Signal LEDs display SNR value as described in the table
above
Professional #1: provides technician with an indication of the modulation and FEC
used in the uplink
Professional #2: provides technician with indication of RSSI
Professional #3: provides technician with indication of downlink throughput (planned
for future)
Resets EasyST to factory default settings: To reset to default settings, hold down the
button for 10 seconds.
Note: When any of the Professional modes are active for 30 seconds, the mode returns
automatically to the Customer mode.
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CABLING
Cabling your EasyST is fast and simple, and consists of the following:
Connecting EasyST to a computer
Connecting EasyST to power
Verifying correct cabling
Connecting EasyST to a Computer
EasyST provides 10/100BaseT (Fast Ethernet) interface with the subscriber's network. The
connectivity is performed through the supplied Category 5 Ethernet cable consisting of 8-pin RJ-45
connectors on either end.
The EasyST-to-computer cable setup is as follows:
Cable: straight-through CAT 5 Ethernet cable
Connector: 8-pin RJ-45
Connector pinouts:
Pin
Function
Rx+
Rx-
Tx+
Tx-
To connect EasyST to the subscriber's network:
1.
Plug the supplied Category 5 Ethernet cable into the EasyST's 8-pin RJ-45 port.
2.
Plug the other end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable into your computer's LAN port located
at the back of your computer.
The figure below illustrates the CAT 5 cable connection to the EasyST's RJ-45 port:
The figure below illustrates the CAT 5 cable connection to the computer's LAN port:
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Connecting EasyST to Power
EasyST is powered by an AC/DC power supply adapter which supplies the EasyST with 6 VDC (7
Watts). The AC/DC adapter is simply plugged into a standard electrical wall outlet (110/240 VAC;
50/60 Hz). The power adapter provides interchangeable prongs (e.g. American vs. European) that
can be replaced to suit country electrical standards in which the EasyST is being installed.
Note: Any AC/DC power adapter which is Class 2, LPS, and safety approved according to
national rules and that provides rated input of 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.4 A and output of 6 V,
2 A DC, may be used for powering the EasyST.
Changing the AC/DC Power Adapter's Prongs
The AC/DC power adapter provides interchangeable prongs to suit electrical wall outlet sockets
in the country in which the EasyST is being installed.
To change the plug prongs:
1.
Remove the prongs by forcibly sliding the prongs upwards, away from the power cord.
2.
Align the desired prongs with the adapter's prong groove, and then slide the prongs onto
the adapter in the orientation as shown in the figure below. Ensure that the prongs reach
the end of the prong groove.
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Connecting the Power
Once you have attached the correct plug prong to the power adapter, you can connect the
power cables.
To connect the EasyST to the power supply:
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1.
Before plugging the power cord into the electrical wall outlet, plug the AC/DC power
adapter's power cable (i.e. DC power jack) into the EasyST's DC power socket.
2.
Plug the prongs of the AC/DC power adapter into the electrical wall outlet.
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Verifying Correct Cabling
Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can
verify that you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the following EasyST LEDs:
Connection
LED
Color
Correct
Status
Troubleshooting
Power
power
Red
On
If the power LED is off, recheck the power
cabling and that power exists at the wall
socket.
LAN
lan
Green
On
If the lan LED is off, recheck the LAN
cabling; ensure that you have connected it to
the correct LAN port on your PC and that
your network connection on your PC is
enabled.
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MOUNTING
Warning: EasyST is an indoor unit and therefore, must be mounted only indoors.
EasyST is a self-install indoor unit, requiring no professional technician. EasyST must be mounted
indoors in a location that provides:
High quality RF reception with the Internet service provider (i.e. base station)
Accessibility to power supply and LAN network with regards to cable lengths
The mounting options of the EasyST depend on the antenna configuration:
EasyST with clip-on antenna: mounted horizontally on a desktop
EasyST with window-mount external antenna:
Horizontally on a desktop
Vertically on a wall
Desktop Mounting
The EasyST can be simply placed horizontally on a desk/table (as shown in the figure below). The
EasyST radio provides integrated rubber feet (pads) on the bottom panel. These rubber feet provide
cushioning as well as insulation from static electricity.
Warning: To prevent a fire hazard caused by overheating, do not place the EasyST on
a carpeted surface where airflow is restricted.
Wall Mounting
When EasyST implements the window-mount external antenna (i.e. no clip-on antenna), the EasyST
can be mounted either on a desk (i.e. desktop mounting) or a wall. For mounting to a wall, the
EasyST provides two mounting hooks molded into EasyST's bottom panel, as shown below:
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Note: Before mounting the unit, ensure that the RF cable of the window-mount external
antenna is plugged into the EasyST's MCX connector and that the cover cap is fitted onto the
EasyST, protecting the MCX connector.
To wall mount the EasyST:
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1.
On the wall, mark the position where you want to drill the two holes for the screws on to
which the two mounting hooks will later by guided. The distance between the two wallmounting hooks (from their centers) is 83 mm (3.27 inches). Ensure that the holes are
aligned and level using a spirit level.
2.
Drill holes for each hole that you marked in the step above, using a no. 6 twist drill bit.
3.
Insert the 6-mm wall anchors (supplied) into each of the drilled holes.
4.
Drive the two 0.75-inch screws (supplied) into the wall anchors. Ensure that at least 0.08inch gap is exposed between the screw head and the wall anchor to allow insertion into the
EasyST mounting hooks.
5.
Align the entrance to the two EasyST mounting hooks with the screws, and then pull down
the EasyST to lock the screws into the mounting hooks.
Mounting
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OPTIMIZING RF RECEPTION
To ensure a reliable, secure, and fast connection with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you
need to place your EasyST in a position that provides the best RF reception with the ISP (i.e. base
station). To help you locate the best position, EasyST provides you with a LED indicator that
indicates the strength of the RF signal with your ISP. This LED is labeled signal and is located on
the EasyST's top panel.
As the signal strength increases, so the signal LED line progresses to the right, as illustrated below:
Therefore, for optimal reception, simply move the EasyST to the position that lights up a longer
signal LED line.
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The signal LED indicates the strength of the signal by measuring the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR).
SNR indicates received signal strength relative to background noise. The ratio is usually measured
in decibels (dB). Thus, the higher the SNR ratio, the better the communication.
The table below describes the EasyST signal LEDs with regards to SNR values.
LED
Color
Status
Average SNR (dBm)
signal
Green
All LEDs are off
SNR < 5
First left-most LED is on
5 <= Avg. SNR < 9
Two left-most LEDs are on
9 <= Avg. SNR < 12
Three left-most LEDs are on
12 <= Avg. SNR < 16
Four left-most LEDs are on
16 <= Avg. SNR < 22
Five LEDs are on
22 <= Avg. SNR
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CONNECTING THE EXTERNAL ANTENNA
You can improve RF reception on EasyST by implementing a window-mount external antenna. This
may be necessary in the following scenarios:
Subscriber's premises is located far from the base station, resulting in insufficient signal
strength for viable communication link to occur when using the clip-on antenna.
Location of mounted EasyST provides insufficient signal strength due to obstacles between
the EasyST and ISP (i.e. AS.MAX base station) when using the clip-on antenna.
EasyST provides an MCX connector for attaching the window-mount, external antenna's RF cable
(approximately 1.5 meters). The external antenna can then be easily mounted in a vertical position
on a window using adhesive pads.
The connection of the external antenna to the EasyST is performed in two main steps:
Attaching the antenna's RF cable to the EasyST
Mounting the external antenna to a window
For a detailed list of the specifications of the external antenna, see Window-Mount Antenna
Specifications.
Attaching the Antenna RF Cable
Warning: Before connecting the external antenna, ensure that the EasyST is NOT
connected to the power source. Do not connect and disconnect antennas while the power is
on. This can cause irreversible damage to the device.
To attach the external antenna's RF cable to the EasyST:
1.
If you had originally ordered the EasyST with a clip-on antenna, then you need to remove
it; otherwise, skip to Step 2.
Remove the clip-on antenna by holding down on the EasyST with one hand, and then with
the other hand, lifting the clip-on antenna up and away from the EasyST.
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Warning: Do not rotate the clip-on antenna until it has detached entirely from the
EasyST.
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2.
Remove the plastic protector cap to expose the MCX female connector. Insert a flat-head
screw driver (or any tool with a blunt, pointed edge), into the cable groove created by the
cap and the EasyST, and then gently leverage the cap's guides out of the EasyST's cover
pins.
3.
Plug the external antenna's MCX connector into the EasyST's MCX female connector, as
shown below.
Connecting the External Antenna
4.
Feed the RF cable into the EasyST's RF cable groove, ensuring that the RF cable exits the
EasyST through the EasyST's RF cable groove, as shown above.
5.
Protect the connectors by covering the area exposed by the removal of the clip-on antenna,
with the plastic protector cap (supplied). Attach the plastic protector cap to the exposed
area, by aligning the cap's two position cups with the EasyST's two position pins. Ensure
that the cap's RF cable groove is aligned and flush with the RF cable and EasyST's RF cable
groove.
Note: If you later decide to disconnect the external antenna and reconnect the clip-on
antenna, see Replacing the Clip-On Antenna.
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Mounting the External Antenna
The external antenna can be easily mounted in a vertical position on a window using the adhesive
pads located on the side and front panels of the antenna. The antenna can be mounted in one of
two orientations:
Antenna's front panel (narrow edge) is mounted flat against the window (typical
orientation)
Antenna's side panel is mounted flat against the window
Note: The external antenna must be mounted on a flat, smooth, dry, and clean surface
(i.e. window).
To window-mount the external antenna:
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1.
Locate the desired position on the inside of a window to where you want to mount the
antenna.
2.
Remove the white tape from the adhesive pads. Do not touch the adhesive surfaces.
3.
Align the antenna vertically just above the window surface to where you want to mount the
antenna, in the desired orientation (as described above).
4.
Press the antenna down firmly onto the window surface so that all adhesive pads touch at
the same time. Put pressure on all the areas under which are located adhesive pads.
Connecting the External Antenna
Mounting antenna on its front panel:
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Mounting antenna on its side panel:
Note: When mounted on its side panel, some loss in gain may be incurred.
The figure below displays the antenna mounted on a window using the antenna's side panel.
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REPLACING THE CLIP-ON ANTENNA
The EasyST is supplied with the clip-on antenna already attached to the EasyST. However, in cases
where you may have previously removed it to connect EasyST to an external window-mount
antenna, you may want to discontinue using the external antenna and replace it with the clip-on
antenna.
Warning: Before disconnecting the external antenna and replacing the clip-on
antenna, ensure that the EasyST is not connected to the power source. Do not connect and
disconnect antennas while the power is on. This can cause irreversible damage to the EasyST.
Note: Later EasyST models provide a screw for securing the clip-on antenna to the
EasyST.
To replace the clip-on antenna:
1.
Remove the plastic protection cap protecting the antenna connectors, by inserting a flathead screw driver between the cap and the EasyST, and then gently leveraging the cap's
guides out of the EasyST's cover pins.
2.
Unplug the external antenna's MCX connector from the EasyST's MCX jack.
3.
Align the clip-on antenna's knob with the EasyST's notch, as shown in the figure below.
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4.
Gently push the antenna down onto the EasyST so that the MCX and 6-pin connectors plug
into their respective receptacles, and that the antenna's knob sits firmly into the EasyST's
notch.
5.
For customers possessing EasyST models that implement a screw mechanism for securing
the antenna to the EasyST, continue with the following steps:
a.
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Flip the EasyST over so that its rear panel is visible. Insert the M3 25-mm flat-head
Philips screw (supplied) into the hole that's located on the rear panel, behind the RJ-45
and DC power connectors, as shown in the figure below.
Replacing the Clip-On Antenna
b.
Using a Philips screwdriver, tighten the screw so that the antenna is firmly attached to
the EasyST.
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EASYST SMART CARD
The EasyST has an integrated Smart Card (SIM) terminal, which can utilize the optional EasyST
Smart Card (sold separately). Contact your Airspan supplier for more information.
The EasyST is fully functional with or without the EasyST Smart Card.
When the EasyST Smart Card is inserted the EasyST uses the parameters set in the card (overriding
the NVRAM parameter settings). Otherwise it uses the parameters set in the EasyST's NVRAM.
Currently the Smart Cards are available from Airspan and are configured to your specific
requirements.
Note: In the event the Smart Card is removed the EasyST continues to function using SIM
parameters, until the next reset when it utilizes the default stored NVRAM settings.
The following defines the EasyST Smart Card stored parameters:
Operator ID - defines the Operator ID by means of the BS ID and Mask in order to enforce
the CPE to be associated to a specific BS or to a group of BSs. This prevents the CPE from
connecting to other BS(s) that do not belong to this specific operator
RF Channel Scanning Table - determines the channel scanning range, when there are RF
channel shifts in the table. This is performed during network entry, to find the best RF
channel with the best reception level
Maximum Tx Power - defines the maximum Tx power, to meet the regulations of the
region
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RESETTING EASYST TO DEFAULT SETTINGS
The EasyST allows you to apply factory default configuration settings to the EasyST. This is
performed by pressing the LED button (located below the LED lights on the top panel) continuously
for at least 10 seconds.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can
verify whether you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the EasyST LED status:
Connection
Power
LAN
LED
power
lan
Color Correct
Status
Troubleshooting
Red
If the power LED is off, recheck the power cabling
and that power exists at the wall socket.
On
GreenOn
If the lan LED is off, recheck the LAN cabling; ensure
that you have connected it to the correct LAN port on
your PC and that your network connection on your PC is
enabled.
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TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS
1.
©Airspan Networks Inc 2007
2.
The information in this document is proprietary to Airspan Networks Inc. This
document may not in whole or in part be copied, reproduced, or reduced to any
medium without prior consent, in writing, from Airspan Networks Incorporated.
3.
This manual is subject to revision.
4.
All rights reserved.
5.
Right of modification reserved.
6.
This manual is supplied without liability for errors or omissions.
7.
No part of this manual may be reproduced or used except as authorised by contract
or other written permission.
8.
This equipment is conditioned by the requirement that no modifications are made
to the equipment unless the changes or modifications are expressly approved by
Airspan.
9.
Prerequisite skills: Personnel installing, commissioning, and maintaining the
Airspan products must have a basic knowledge of telephony and radio
communications, and have experience in installing, commissioning and maintaining
telecommunications products. Airspan provides a range of comprehensive training
courses specifically aimed at providing operators/users of Airspan products with the
prerequisite skills to install, commission and or maintain the product. The courses
are tailored to provide the level of training required by the operator/user.
10. AS.MAX, MacroMAX, MicroMAX, HiperMAX Netspan, EasyST, EasyVoice, EasyWiFi
and ProST are brands of Airspan Networks Inc.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
UK Office for sales and general enquiries
Airspan Communications Ltd
Cambridge House
Oxford Road
Uxbridge
Middlesex
UB8 1UN
Call +44 (0) 1895 467100
Fax +44 (0) 1895 467101
email sales@ airspan.com
Internet: Airspan.com
Customer Service Help-Desk for customer service emergency
Airspan Communications Limited
Cambridge House
Oxford Road
Uxbridge
Middlesex
UB8 1UN
Int. Tel: +44 (0) 1895 467 467
Int. Fax: +44 (0) 1895 467 472
E-mail: Support@Airspan.com
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REVISIONS
Revision Level
Date
Main Changes
01
25-9-2005
Initial Document
02
20-02-2006
Warning changed to 20 cm
28-03-006
Warning Removed
30-04-2006
FCC Statement & warning replaced
12-06-2006
Added SIM, additional information
04-07-2006
Standardize document
22-10-2006
add tables
11-92-2006
Frequency additions
08-2007
Frequency additions + Max TX table
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WARNINGS
1. Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the material provided herein; however,
Airspan assumes no responsibility regarding the use of the material. Additionally, Airspan
makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding the contents
of this product. Airspan Networks Inc. shall not be liable for any misuse regarding this
product.
Any product performance limits stated within this document are for information purposes
only and should be considered as indicative.
1.1 Safety Warnings
1.
Read this User Manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.
2.
Keep all product information for future reference.
3.
This product is supplied with a grounding power plug. Do not defeat this important safety
feature.
4.
Warning: High voltages exist inside the product - do not remove the lid or base: No user
serviceable parts inside.
5.
CAUTION: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING - Always replace the fuse with the correct type
and current rating.
6.
Position the power cord to avoid possible damage; do not overload wall outlets.
7.
Do not place this product on or near a direct heat source, and avoid placing objects on the
terminal.
8.
Do not operate this device near water or in a wet location.
9.
Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Disconnect the
power before cleaning.
10. Protect the terminal by disconnecting the power if not used for long periods.
11. Mount the terminal in a Telco rack on a stable horizontal surface.
12. The radio antenna units must not be located near power lines or other electrical power
circuits.
13. The radio transceiver must be properly grounded to protect against power surges and
accumulated static electricity. It is the user’s responsibility to install this device in
accordance with the local electrical codes: correct installation procedures for grounding of
the transceiver unit, mast, lead-in wire and discharge unit, location of discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors and connection requirements for grounding electrodes.
14. Installation of the transceiver must be contracted to a professional installer.
15. Disconnect Device. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment , easily
accessible and will act as the disconnect for the device.
16. When installed in the final configuration, the product must comply with the applicable
Safety Standards and regulatory requirements of the country in which it is installed. If
necessary, consult with the appropriate regulatory agencies and inspection authorities to
ensure compliance.
1.2 Important Warning Symbols
The following symbols may be encountered during installation or troubleshooting. These warning
symbols mean danger. Bodily injury may result if you are not aware of the safety hazards involved
in working with electrical equipment and radio transmitters. Familiarize yourself with standard
safety practices before continuing.
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Warnings and Cautions
Electro-Magnetic Radiation
High Voltage
1.3 Important Service Information
1.
Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify any
part of this device, as this will void the warranty.
2.
Disconnect the power to this product and return it for service if the following conditions
apply:
3.
a.
The terminal does not function after following the operating instructions outlined in this
manual.
b.
Liquid has been spilled, a foreign object is inside, or the terminal has been exposed to
rain.
c.
The product has been dropped or the housing is damaged.
Locate the serial number of the terminal, antenna, and transceiver and record these on
your registration card for future reference. Use the space below to affix serial number
stickers. Also record the MAC address, located on the back of the terminal.
1.4 UL Information
- The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local safety code
requirements
- Reminder to all the BWA system installers: Attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as is practical.
1.5 CE Notice
The MacroMAX shelf carries the CE mark to demonstrate conformity with the Radio
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and the Mutual recognition of their
conformity (R&TTE) directive 1999/5/EC.
WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Installation
The transceiver and antenna equipment must be installed in compliance with regional,
national, and local regulations. It is the responsibility of the system installer and/or system
operator to ensure the installed system does not exceed any operational constraints
identified by local regulations.
Refer to the sections in this product User Guide for detailed information about the correct
installation steps to ensure power and frequency settings are set correctly before connecting
the antenna.
Antenna Selection
Refer to the product User Guide for a list of Airspan Networks approved antennas. Antennas
not listed in the User Guide are outside the scope of this Declaration.
CAUTION: European Directive 1999/519/EC details basic restrictions and reference levels on
human exposure to electromagnetic fields as advised by the ICNIRP. The directive states that
adherence to these recommended restrictions and reference levels should provide a high
level of protection as regards the established health effects that may result from exposure to
such fields.
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By the very nature of the system design and installation users will not find them selves
within close proximity of the subscriber terminals.
Standards EN50383 and EN50385 are the applicable harmonised standards for EM fields
generated by fixed wireless equipment.
The Electromagnetic fields generated by the Central Terminal antenna are below the
recommended safe levels at all distances greater than 65 cm from an approved Airspan
antenna.
The safe distance from a non-approved antenna of length D and Sector Angle δ may be
calculated using the formula:
Safe distance, r = 36 / (π * D * δ)
1.6 European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and
Liechtenstein
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
English:
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Deutsch:
Dieses Gerät entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren
entsprecheneden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU.
Dansk:
Dette udstyr er i overensstemmelse med de væsentlige krav og andre relevante
bestemmelser i Directiv 1999/5/EF.
Español:
Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales asi como con otras disposiciones de la
Directive 1999/5/EC.
Eλληνικά:
Αυτός ο εξοπλισµός συµµορφώνεται µε τις ουσιώδεις απαιτήσεις και τις λοιπές διατάξεις της
Οδηγίας 1999/5/EΚ.
Français:
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigencies essentialles et aux autres dispositions pertinantes
de la Directive 1999/5/EC.
Íslenska:
Þessi búnaður samrýmist lögboðnum kröfum og öðrum ákvæðum tilskipunar 1999/5/ESB.
Italiano:
Questo apparato é conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed agli altri principi sanciti dalla Direttiva
1999/5/EC.
Nederlands:
Deze apparatuur voldoet aan de belangrijkste eisen en andere voorzieningen van richtlijn
1999/5/EC.
Norsk:
Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i
EU-directiv 1999/5/EC.
Português:
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Este equipamento satisfaz os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões da Directiva
1999/5/EC.
Suomalainen:
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleelliset vaatimukset ja on siinä asetettujen
muidenkin ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska:
Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och andra relevanta
bestämmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC.
The Declaration of Conformity related to this product can be obtained from
product_management@Airspan.com
1.7 CAUTION
Any modifications to this device not expressly authorized by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate this device.
Responsible party for compliance is:
David Mann, Airspan Networks Inc., Cambridge House, Oxford Rd, Uxbridge, Middlesex,
England, UB8 1UN. Telephone (44) 1 895 467450.
1.8 Lightning Protection
WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system. The wireless
equipment should be installed by a qualified professional installer and must follow local and
national codes for electrical grounding and safety. Failure to meet safety requirements
and/or use of non-standard practices and procedures could result in personal injury and
damage to equipment. A direct lightning strike may cause serious damage even if these
guidelines are followed.
All outdoor wireless equipment is susceptible to lightning damage from a direct hit or induced
current from a near strike. Lightning protection and grounding practices in local and national
electrical codes serve to minimize equipment damage, service outages, and serious injury.
Reasons for lightning damage are summarized as:
- Poorly grounded tower/antenna sites that can conduct high lightning strike energy into
equipment.
- Lack of properly installed lightning protection equipment that can cause equipment failures
from lightning induced currents.
A lighting protection system provides a means by which the energy may enter earth without
passing through and damaging parts of a structure. A lightning protection system does not
prevent lightning from striking; it provides a means for controlling it and preventing damage
by providing a low resistance path for the discharge of energy to travel safely to ground.
Improperly grounded connections are also a source of noise that can cause sensitive
equipment to malfunction.
A good tower grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a tower strike away
from the building and equipment. The remaining energy on the RF cable shield and center
conductor can be directed safely to ground by using a lightning arrestor in series with the RF
cable.
To limit the equipment damage due to a lightning strike, the following practices are
recommended for the wireless system:
- Provide direct grounding from the antenna mounting bracket, the radio and antenna and
the lightning arrestors to the same ground point at the base of the tower or a ground bus on
the building. Use the grounding screws on the antenna bracket and the radio and antenna for
terminating the ground wires.
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- Install one RF lightning protector between the radio and antenna in series with the RF
cable.
- A lightning arrestor in series with the RF cable at the point of entry to the building.
- Install a lightning arrestor in series with the IF cable at the transceiver on the tower/mast.
- The AC wall outlet ground for the MacroMAX terminal must be connected to the same
grounding system as the radio and antenna lightning protectors.
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GLOSSARY
BPSK: Binary Phase Shift Keying
BS: Base Station
BWA: Broadband Wireless Access
CID: Connection IDs
CPE: Customer Premises Equipment (interchangeable with ST)
dB: Decibel
dBm: Power ratio in dB (decibel) of the measured power referenced to one milliwatt
DL: Downlink
FDD: Frequency Division Duplex
FEC: Forward Error Correction
GHz: Gigahertz
H-FDD: Half-Duplex FDD
IAD: Integrated Access Device
IP: Internet Protocol
ISP: Internet Service Provider
LAN: Local-Area Network
MAC: Media Access Controller. The next layer up from the PHY.
Mbit/s: Megabits per second
MHz: Megahertz (one million cycles per second)
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MIB: Management Information Base
NLOS: Non line-of-sight radio propagation path
ODU: Outdoor unit associated with an ST
OFDM: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
PHY: The physical layer associated with the WiMAX interconnection stack
POTS: Plain Old Telephone Service
QAM: Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
QoS: Quality of Service, which is used to specify level of data throughput
QPSK: Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
RF: Radio Frequency
Rx: Receive
SF: Service Flow
SIM: Subscriber Identity Module
SNMP: Simple Network Management Protocol
SNR: Signal-to-Noise Ratio
ST: Subscriber Terminal (interchangeable with CPE or SS)
TDMA: Time Division Multiple Access. Technology for delivering digital wireless service using timedivision multiplexing (TDM)
Tx: Transmit
UGS: Unsolicited Grant Service used to provide fixed bandwidth slots on the uplink for an ST to
transmit data at regular intervals. The bandwidth should be used by the UGS SF, however
the final decision of which SF (if any) uses the bandwidth slot is made by the ST.
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Glossary
VoIP: Voice over Internet Protocol
Wi-Fi: Wireless Fidelity
WiMAX: WiMAX is a wireless industry coalition whose members are organized to advance IEEE
802.16 standards for broadband wireless access (BWA) networks.
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INDEX
Antenna Alignment (SNR) ....................... 30
Minimum PC Requirements...................... 16
Architecture .......................................... 10
Mounting
Attaching RF Cable................................. 33
Desktop Mounting ............................... 27
External Antenna ................................ 33
Bandwidth Speed................................... 10
Wall Mounting..................................... 27
Benefits................................................ 10
Block Diagram....................................... 10
Optimizing Performance .......................... 30
BPSK ................................................... 10
Overview .............................................. 10
Cabling
Package Contents .................................. 16
Attaching RF Cable .............................. 33
Physical Dimensions ............................... 17
Connecting External Antenna ................ 33
Ports, Description .................................. 17
Connecting to PC ................................ 22
Power
Connecting to Power............................ 22
Connecting to EasyST .......................... 22
Verifying Correct Cabling...................... 22
Protocol Stack ....................................... 10
Components.......................................... 10
Computer, Connecting ............................ 22
QAM .................................................... 10
QPSK ................................................... 10
Defaults, Resetting to Factory.................. 43
Desktop Mounting .................................. 27
Replacing Clip-On Antenna ...................... 39
Dimensions ........................................... 17
Required Tools ...................................... 16
Resetting to Factory Defaults................... 43
External Antenna
Attaching RF Cable to EasyST ............... 33
SNR for Alignment ................................. 30
Mounting ........................................... 33
Theory of Operation ............................... 10
Features ............................................... 10
Wall Mounting ....................................... 27
LED Button ........................................... 17
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How to find out
more about
Airspan products
and solutions
For more information about Airspan, its
products and solutions, please visit our
Web site:
www.airspan.com
Or write to us at one of the addresses
below.
Airspan has offices in the following
countries:
Europe
Czech Republic
Poland
Russia
We will be delighted to send you
additional
United Kingdom
information on any of our products and
their
Africa
applications around the world.
South Africa
Americas
United States
Asia Pacific
Australia
China
Indonesia
Japan
New Zealand
Worldwide Headquarters:
Airspan Networks Inc.
777 Yamato Road, Suite 105
Boca Raton, Florida 33431-4408
USA
Tel: +1 561 893 8670
Fax: +1 561 893 8671
Main Operations:
Airspan Communications Ltd.
Cambridge House, Oxford Road,
Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 1UN
UK
Tel: +44 (0) 1895 467 100
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