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Aperto PacketMAX
PacketMAX 5000
PacketMax 5000 Installation and Operation Manual
10007678 Rev J
(April 2008)
PacketMax 100 Installation and Operation
©Copyright 2008 by Aperto Networks
All rights reserved.
Specifications subject to change.
Aperto, PacketWave, PacketMax, and WaveCenter are trademarks of Aperto Networks.
All other trademarks used herein are the property of their respective owners.
Aperto Networks
598 Gibraltar Drive,
Milpitas, CA 95035 USA
Phone: 408.719.9977
Fax: 408.719.9970
www.apertonet.com
CE Notice
Declaration of Conformity
Aperto Networks Inc. of 1637 S. Main Street, Milpitas CA 95037, USA, declare under our
sole responsibility that the product PacketMax 5000 system to which this declaration
relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents.
• EN 301 753
• EN301 489-4
• EN60950
We hereby declare that all essential radio test suites have been carried out and that the
above named product is in conformity to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999/
5/EC.
The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in Annex [III]
or [IV] of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the following Notified Body: Compliance Certification Services, 561F Monterey Road, Morgan Hill, CA
95037
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
Compliance
Aperto Network products sold within the European Union (EU) are subject to the
requirements of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive; as
implemented by national legislation in each EU country. The objectives of the
Directive are to reduce the environmental impacts of WEEE by promoting re-use and
recycling, as an alternative to disposal.
From 13 August 2005, product placed on the EU market is required to be marked with
the symbol shown below. This symbol indicates that end-of-life electronic equipment
generated within the EU should not be mixed with other types of waste or placed in
the general waste stream; but should be segregated for the purpose of re-use or
recycling.
Preface
This manual is part of the documentation for the PacketMax fixed broadband wireless
system for delivering high-speed subscriber services. The PacketMax documentation
set includes:
• PacketMax 5000 Installation and Operation Manual
• WaveCenter Element Management System (EMS) Pro User Manual.
• PacketMax 100/300 Installation and Operation User Manual
Scope of This Manual
This manual documents the PacketMax 5000 Base Station Unit (BS). It provides the
following information:
• Chapter 1 Overview of Base Station: Provides the conceptual overview of the
PacketMax System.
• Chapter 2 Base Station Components: Provides descriptions of the PacketMax 5000 hardware components.
• Chapter 3 Installing the Base Station IDU: Provides step-by-step procedures
for installing the PacketMax Base Station Indoor Unit.
• Chapter 4 Installing the Base Station ODU Radio and Antenna: Provides
step-by-step procedures for installing the PacketMax Base Station Outdoor Unit
Radio and Antenna.
• Chapter 5 Commissioning the Base Station: Illustrates how to commission
the PacketMax Base station.
• Appendixes: Provides additional information, such as Event Reporting; Command Line Interface; Cables, Spares, and Accessories; System Specifications,
PacketMax Certifications, and Troubleshooting steps.
Installation and operating instructions for subscriber equipment (CPE) and WaveCenter EMS Pro are provided in the PacketMax 100/300 Installation and Operation
manual, WaveCenter EMS Pro Installation Manual, and WaveCenter EMS Pro User
Manual.
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Conventions Used in This Manual
PacketMax manuals represent special kinds of text as follows:
• Files names and URLs are represented in italics, with variables described
inside angle brackets. For example, if the URL http:/// is referenced, you will replace the variable  with the appropriate real IP
address.
• Management interface text is represented by a bold font: for example, the
Generate Config File button.
• Labels on equipment are represented in a bold font: for example, the Control
connector.
WARNING:
This format is used to indicate the possibility of personal injury or serious damage to equipment.
CAUTION:
This format is used to indicate the possibility of system or equipment
operation problems.
Items of special importance will be formatted and marked by a pointing-hand icon,
as this paragraph is.
Intended Audience for this Manual
This manual is intended for system designers and planners, base station installers,
system operators, and others requiring or desiring information about the PacketMax
5000 BS and the PacketMax System. It provides information specific to the PacketMax system, but cannot and should not be considered a tutorial on relevant technologies and practices.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that all customers who intend to deploy the
PacketMax System, attend both the PacketMax and the WaveCenter EMS
Technical Training courses taught periodically by Aperto Networks Technical
Training Department.
It is expected that system designers and planners are knowledgeable about radio
communications, cellular communication systems, and IP networks. Tutorials on
these subjects are beyond the scope of this manual, and are readily available in published and online materials.
Installation of radio equipment involves numerous factors, such as lightning and
weather protection, requiring considerable expertise. It is assumed that equipment
installers are professionals with knowledge of the principles, standard practices, pro-
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cedures of cell site installation, all relevant safety requirements, and applicable local
building codes.
General Cautions and Warnings
Observe the following when installing or operating any PacketMax System components.
Carefully follow all local building and electrical codes, especially the latest revision
of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard safety procedures for installing and working with this type of equipment. Improper procedures or installation
can result in damage to the equipment or the building, and injury or death. If you
are not sure about whether the installation follows these codes, contact a licensed
building inspector or electrician in the area for assistance.
Always use quality components—including cables, connectors, mounts, etc.—
specifically rated for your particular environmental conditions and system
performance requirements.
Always use appropriate tools, and follow the instructions of the tool
manufacturers.
All outdoor installation, including equipment mounting and cabling, should be performed by trained microwave radio technicians familiar with usual and customary
practices and procedures.
Take extreme care to avoid contacting any overhead power lines, lights, and
power circuits while you are installing outdoor equipment. Contact with any of
these objects could cause injury or death. Do not install outdoor equipment near
power lines.
Observe all customary and mandatory safety requirements when installing and
operating PacketMax equipment.
Make sure that the outdoor radio/antenna is grounded in accordance with local,
state, federal, and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. Pay special
attention to NEC sections 810 and 820. See the instructions in Chapter 4 of this
manual.
For the PacketMax 100/300 Series Indoor Unit, use an outlet that contains surge
protection and ground fault protection, or use a surge protection device. This will
protect the Indoor Unit and equipment connected to it from damage resulting from
AC current surges, lightning, etc. For complete protection, all connections to the
Indoor Unit (i.e., from radio/antenna and PC/hub) should be connected to a surge
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protection device. To ensure the best signal, use surge protectors designed for
the specific application.
RF Exposure Guidelines
In order to comply with FCC and Industry Canada requirements for maximum RF
exposure levels to persons, the antenna must be mounted in such a way that during operation, a minimum separation distance of 21 cm is maintained between the
antenna and all persons.
Prohibition against Unauthorized Modifications
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Aperto Networks could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Units sold in the United States can only be used in the FCC specified band of
5.725 to 5.850 GHz.
Because Aperto cannot be responsible for improper installation or use of its equipment, failure to follow these and other published cautions and warnings may void your
equipment warranty.
What is new?
Revision History
Release 2.3
Topics added/revised
Section
3 DES Encryption
See 3 DES Encryption.
Certificates and Management
See Certificates and Management.
LAN Upgrade Tool
See Upgrades.
VLAN
See VLAN Mode.
MSC FacePlate features
See Main System Controller
Card.
Hot-Swap
See Hot Swap.
Auto-Provisioning
See Provisioning the Base Station with WaveCenter EMS.
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Revision History
5.8 GHz Base Station Radio
For information on installing
the 5.8 GHz radio, see
Installing the Base Station
Radio ODU. For technical
specificaions on 5.8 GHz
radio, see PM-BSR-58 Radio
Specifications.
External Synchronization Support
See Synchronizing Multiple
BSs at a Site.
Point-to-Point Mode
Pont-to-Point Mode allows
you to increase the number
of supported hosts up to
7500. For more information
on Point-to-Point Mode,
please refer to the Point-toPoint Mode section.
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Table Of
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Scope of This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intended Audience for this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Cautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What is new? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1. Overview Of Base Station
Conceptual Overview of the PacketMax System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cell Size, Capacity, and Scalability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Frequency Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PacketMax Network Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bridge Mode and VLAN Mode of Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bridge Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VLAN Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Point-to-Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features of PacketMax System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The PacketMax System’s IP Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MIBs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Offerings and QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ARQ Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 DES Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certificates and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2. Base Station Components
PacketMAX Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-Slot ATCA Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless System Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Major Differences Between WSC-S-24 and WSC-48 . . . .
One Port WSC-S-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
QUAD Wireless Controller (QWC) Card - WSC-48 . . . . .
Compatibility matrix with radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main System Controller Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MSC Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Redundancy support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power LEDs and ESD connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hot Swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WSC-48 Hot Swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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WSC-S-24 Hot Swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MSC Hot Swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining Proper Chassis Air FLow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fan Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Cable Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Connection Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PacketMax 5000 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DC Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Base Station Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 3. Installing the Base Station IDU
Planning, Site Preparation, and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Synchronizing Multiple BSs at a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Chapter 4. Installing the Base Station ODU Radio and Antenna
Radio Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Base Station Radio ODU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 and 3.5 GHz BSR Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.8 GHz BSR Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing and Mounting the 3.3 and 3.5 GHz BSR . . . . . .
Preparing and Mounting the 5.8 GHz BSR . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the BSR with the Antenna and IDU . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grounding the PacketMax System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 5. Commissioning the Base Station
Summary of Configuration of Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Establishing an Ethernet Connection with Cat-5 Cable . . . . . . . . . .
Establishing a Serial Connection to the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Obtaining the MAC Address of the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Management or Data Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Provisioning the Base Station with WaveCenter EMS . . . . . . . . . .
Rebooting the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verifying Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ensuring Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upgrading Base Station Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WSC upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MSC Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix A. Event Reporting
PacketMax 5000 Dry Relay (Telco Port) Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
PacketMax 5000 and PacketMax 100 Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
PacketMax 100 Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7
Appendix B. Command Line Interface (CLI)
Accessing the CLI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Command Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Command Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix C. Cables, Spares and Accessories
PacketMax 5000 Products and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Cable Assembly and Testing Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
PacketMax Base Station Spares and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4
Appendix D. System Specifications
Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 12 sector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 4 sector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-5
QoS and Networking Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-7
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-8
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-8
Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-9
PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-35 Radio Specifications . . . . . . . D-9
PM-BSR-58 Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-12
Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-16
Antenna Types, Maximum Gains and Maximum Output Power Point to Multipoint
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-17
Transmit Output Power Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-18
Appendix E. Certifications
PacketMax 5000 Wimax Forum Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
X509 Crypto License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
Appendix F. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Issues and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1
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List of Tables
Table 7-7: Number of Hosts Supported in Point-to-Point Mode, 1-11
Table 2-A: Slot Positioning Requirements for MSC/WSC-S-24/QWC, 2-3
Table 2-B: Logical Port Number Assignments for WSC-S-48’s (Installed in QWC), 2-3
Table 2-C: Logical Port Assignments for WSC-S-24’s (Card only), 2-4
Table 2-D: Major Differences between WSC-S-24 and WSC-48’s, 2-6
Table 2-E: WSC-S-24 faceplate features, 2-6
Table 2-F: WSC-48 Faceplate Features, 2-8
Table 2-G: WSC card and Radio compatibility, 2-10
Table 2-H: MSC Faceplate Features, 2-11
Table 2-I: Serial Cable Connector Pinouts, 2-21
Table 3-A: Tool Kit, 3-2
Table 3-B: Parts List and Part Numbers, 3-4
Table 3-3: Sync and Clock LEDs, 3-9
Table 4-1: Maximum Allowable Cable Loss for IF Cable, 4-10
Table 4-2: LMR Cable Types and Maximum Lengths, 4-10
Table A-1: Pin Description of Telco, A-2
Table A-2: MSC related Alarms/Events in PM 5000, A-3
Table A-3: WSC related Alarms/Events in PM5000, A-5
Table A-4: SS related Alarms, A-6
Table A-5: CPE ID and Description, A-7
Table A-6: CPE Mac address and Description, A-8
Table B-1: Base Station Unit CLI Commands, B-3
Table C-1: PacketMax 5000 Multi-Sector Base Station IDU - Factory Integrated Buildto-order Systems, C-1
Table C-2: PacketMax 5000 Multi-Sector Base Station IDU - A-LA-CARTE-SPARES,
C-2
Table C-3: PacketMax 5000 CPE Upgrade Licenses, C-2
Table C-4: PacketMax Base Station Radios (for PM5000), C-3
Table C-5: PacketMax Base Station Antennas, C-3
Table C-6: Cable Specs, C-4
Table C-7: PacketMAX Surge Protectors, C-4
Table C-8: PacketMAX 5000 IDU Spare Parts, C-5
Table D-1: Specifications for Interfaces of PM 5000- 12 sector, D-2
Table D-2: Specifications for Interfaces of 4 Sector BS, D-5
Table D-3: Operation Specifications, D-6
Table D-4: QoS Parameters, D-7
Table D-5: Networking Parameters, D-7
Table D-6: Dimensions and Weight, D-8
Table D-7: Environmental Parameters, D-8
Table D-8: BSR General Specifications, D-9
Table D-9: Transmitter Specifications, D-9
Table D-10: Sensitivity, D-10
Table D-11: Channel Interference, D-10
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Table D-12: General Electrical and Mechanical Specifications, D-11
Table D-13: BSR Dimensions, D-11
Table D-14: Input DC Voltage Range, D-11
Table D-15: Environment Specifications, D-12
Table D-16: General Specifications, D-12
Table D-17: Transmitter Specifications, D-13
Table D-18: Receiver Specifications, D-13
Table D-19: Receiver Sensitivity, D-13
Table D-20: Channel Interference, D-14
Table D-21: General Specifications, D-14
Table D-22: 5.8 GHz BSR Dimensions, D-14
Table D-23: Environmental Specifications, D-15
Table D-24: Antenna Specifications, D-16
Table D-25: Maximum Pout, Point to Multi-Point Operation, D-17
Table F-1: Troubleshooting Problems and Corrective Actions, F-1
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Figure 1-1: PacketMax System Elements, 1-3
Figure 1-2: PacketMax System network, 1-5
Figure 1-3: Out of band Management, 1-7
Figure 1-4: Inband Management, 1-8
Figure 1-5: VLAN Application, 1-9
Figure 1-6: PacketMAX 5000 in Point-to-Point Mode, 1-10
Figure 1-7: PacketMax Service Flows, 1-15
Figure 1-8: 3-DES Encryption, 1-18
Figure 2-1: PacketMax Interface for PacketMax 5000, 2-2
Figure 2-2: Slots and port numbers allotment of PM 5000, 2-4
Figure 2-3: Slots and port numbers of four sectors BS, 2-5
Figure 2-4: PacketMax Interface of WSC Card (WSC-24), 2-6
Figure 2-5: PacketMax Interface of WSC-48, 2-8
Figure 2-6: PacketMax Interface of MSC card, 2-11
Figure 2-7: Redundant MSC, 2-14
Figure 2-8: PM 5000 with two AC power supplies installed for redundancy, 2-15
Figure 2-9: Front panel - Power Supply LEDs and the ESD Connector, 2-15
Figure 2-10: Ejector for hot swapping WSC Card, 2-17
Figure 2-11: Front Panel installed in PM 5000 chassis, 2-18
Figure 2-12: Front Panel installed as QWC card, 2-19
Figure 2-13: Fan - PM 5000, 2-19
Figure 2-14: Connecting to the RS-232 Craft Port, 2-20
Figure 2-15: DB 9 (Female) and RJ 11 (Male) pinout, 2-21
Figure 2-16: DC input- Rear of the PM 5000, 2-23
Figure 2-17: AC input- Rear of the PM 5000, 2-24
Figure 2-18: Base Station Radio, 2-25
Figure 3-1: Package Contents, 3-3
Figure 3-2: Mounting Base Station -PM 5000, 3-4
Figure 3-3: Ground lug on the Base Station, 3-5
Figure 3-4: Ground Strap Connector- Front and Rear Panel, 3-5
Figure 3-5: Insterting WSC, MSC and filler panels in to PM 5000 - 4 sector, 3-6
Figure 3-6: Insterting WSC, MSC and filler panels in to PM 5000 - 12 sector, 3-6
Figure 3-7: Connecting IF port cable, 3-7
Figure 3-8: Connecting IF port cable, 3-7
Figure 3-9: Connecting DB 9 serial cable to Management Port, 3-8
Figure 3-10: Connecting Cat 5 cable to the Backhaul port, 3-8
Figure 4-1: PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-35 Package Contents- Mounting Hardware, 4-3
Figure 4-2: Grounding lug on 3.3 and 3.5 GHz radio attached to base bracket, 4-5
Figure 4-3: Installation of the Base Station Radio, 4-6
Figure 4-4: Attaching the Base Support Bracket, 4-7
Figure 4-5: Attaching the Inner Mounting Bracket, 4-7
Figure 4-6: Attaching the Grounding Lug, 4-8
Figure 4-7: RF Cable connects BSR to the Antenna, 4-9
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Figure 4-8: Base Station - Surge Protector - PA SP-OUTDOOR-08, 4-12
Figure 4-9: Single Point Ground, 4-13
Figure 4-1: Grounding the PM 3000 System (IDU, Radio, and Antenna), 4-14
Figure 5-1: Connection to the com1, 5-3
Figure 5-2: COM 1 settings, 5-3
Figure 5-3: Verifying the Server mode, 5-4
Figure 5-4: Configure DHCP, 5-5
Figure 5-5: label on MSC Card, 5-5
Figure 5-6: Determining the right MAC address, 5-6
Figure 5-7: Port selection, 5-7
Figure 5-8: Rebooting BS, 5-8
Figure 5-9: General session page - WSC upgrade, 5-10
Figure 5-10: Startup session page - WSC upgrade, 5-11
Figure 5-11: Ftp page - WSC upgrade, 5-11
Figure 5-12: Telnet page - WSC upgrade, 5-12
Figure 5-13: General session page - MSC upgrade, 5-13
Figure 5-14: Startup session page - MSC upgrade, 5-13
Figure 5-15: Ftp page - MSC upgrade, 5-14
Figure 5-16: Telnet page - MSC upgrade, 5-15
Figure A-1: Telco Port and Alarm port on the MSC Card, A-1
Figure B-1: Examples of BS Command Line Interface (CLI), B-2
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Overview Of Base Station
This chapter provides a description of the PacketMax Broadband Multiservice Wireless Access System, including system architecture, functionality, features, benefits, as
well as hardware and software components.
This chapter covers the following topics:
Conceptual Overview of the PacketMax System
Bridge Mode and VLAN Mode of Base Station
Features of PacketMax System
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1.1 Conceptual Overview of the PacketMax System
PacketMaxtm5000 (PM 5000) is a carrier-class WiMAX Base Station (BS) that is certified by the WiMAX forum (See Appendix D). It is the network industry’s highest performing quality base station. PacketMax 5000 Base Station is based on a carrier class
ATCA chassis. The system is compliant with the options in the current 802.16-2004
WiMAX specification using the OFDM256 PHY option.
This base station is a modular design and supports large number of deployments. The
wireless sectors on the PacektMax 5000 indoor unit is equipped to be 1:N redundant
at the wireless port level and 1:1 redundant at the backhaul card level. Currently, it
has 4 ports and abundant processing power and bandwidth.There is a high capacity
non-blocking backplane with 2.56 Gbps of switching capacity. Figure 1-1 shows the
PacketMax overview.
A PacketMax System can include:
PacketMax infrastructure products such as base stations and point-to-multi
point systems:
- PackeMax 5000 Base Station, supporting multiple wireless sectors.
- Base Station Radios (BSR) and antennas for wireless communication with
subscribers. Antennas typically cover a 60°, 90° and 120° sector. So, a
360° cell requires six or four radios, respectively; omnidirectional or other
antennas may also be used.
PacketMax Subscriber Station products, which serve as interfaces between the
PacketMax wireless network and the subscriber’ computer/LAN including:
- PacketMax 100 Series Subscriber Stations, which include an integrated
outdoor radio/antenna and an indoor power supply.
Management tools and utilities, which run on standard computer platforms.
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Figure 1-1
PacketMax System Elements
1.1.1 Cell Size, Capacity, and Scalability
Aperto’s advanced wireless technologies support a wide range of cell requirements,
and make the PacketMax System an exceptionally scalable solution. PacketMax cell
specifications include the following:
Cell radius depends on the frequency band, line-of-sight, and local conditions.
Consult Aperto Networks Customer Service for more details.
A cell can employ multiple Base Station. Thus, a single cell can serve thousands of subscribers.
Subscriber data rates can be individually configured.
The ratio of downstream to upstream traffic can be adjusted.
The PacketMax System ensures that a wireless network can grow to thousands of
subscribers in urban or suburban areas through high frequency reuse and dense
multicell deployment. Combining high frequency reuse with advanced interference
management and mitigation techniques, the PacketMax System conserves valuable
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spectrum by covering extensive geographical areas with a minimum number of
channels.
As the number of subscribers and the bandwidth needs in a cell increase, new sectors
can be added, and multiple Base Station can be stacked to provide additional bandwidth using multiple channels per sector. To extend service offerings geographically,
a service provider simply deploys additional cells.
Cells can be interconnected and channels synchronized from a central site without
additional synchronization equipment. Aperto’s family of products provide the appropriate infrastructure.
1.1.2 Frequency Bands
The PacketMax System can be deployed in the standard frequency bands used variously throughout the world for licensed or unlicensed wireless broadband networking.
The PacketMax products operate in 3.3, 3.5, 5.8 GHz Frequency Bands.
1.1.3 PacketMax Network Connectivity
The PacketMax Base Station network connectivity has been highlighted in Figure 1-2.
This system demonstrates a bridge mode type of setting for the PacketMax system,
as follows.
The PacketMax 5000 is shown connected to the EMS Backend Server and the
EMS Client through the management interface on the MSC.
The MSCs and WSCs in the base station are connected through a Backhaul
plane. Further, WSCs on the Base Station are connected to the Base Station
Radio through RF connectivity.
The Base Station Radio is then connected to the Antennas that communicate
with the Subscriber Station PacketMax 100 (integrated antenna).
The EMS Backend Server, EMS Client, Base Station and the Subscriber Unit
should all be on the same network.
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PacketMax System network
1.2 Bridge Mode and VLAN Mode of Base Station
1.2.1 Bridge Mode
Following are the specifications of Bridge Mode:
The Management Port is part of the Bridge.
The 10/100 Base-T Management port can be used for data or management
traffic.
The gigabit-ethernet is backhaul port, meant for sending and receiving data
traffic and can also be used to pass IN-BAND management traffic. Only one of
these Backhaul ports will be part of the Bridge and is user configurable.
In Bridge mode, consider the pointers listed as below:
Do not connect both the Management and the Backhaul port to the network.
Connecting these ports will cause a loop, as both the ports are part of the
Bridge.
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The solution is to not use the dedicated management port but rather to use inband management on the backhaul port. In doing this, it is required to configure
the DHCP server settings on the BS to submit requests through the backhaul
port.
The basic goal is to allow DHCP/TFTP to happen over the Backhaul link, rather
than only over the Management port (fei).
1.2.2 VLAN Mode
VLAN Mode: Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) is a method that allows network
administrators to create logical broadcast domains, which implies division of local area
network by software rather than using cables. The broadcast domains can span
across one switch or multiple switches. Thus VLANs:
- Reduces the size of broadcast domains
- Reduces network traffic
- Increases Network security
- Reduces the need to create subnetworks
- Enables network to be logically separated and not physically.
For the Data Traffic in the VLAN Mode, the VLAN IDs are configured when provisioning SS using EMS.
1.2.2.1 VLAN Configurations
In the PacketMax system there are two types of management configurations, based
on the network design, on the PM5000 and they are:
Out of band Management
- Users can choose the management port on the MSC of the PM 5000 system, management traffic. All other traffic will pass through the backhaul
port.
Inband Management
- Users can choose the backhaul port on the MSC of the PM 5000 system,
for management traffic. In this configuration, both management and data
traffic will flow over the backhaul port.
Optionally, Management VLAN may be specified for management traffic.
The backhaul port connected to the VLAN switch, needs to be configured to dot1q
trunk (IEEE 802.1q) standard.
1.2.2.2 Out of band Management with Management VLAN
Outbound Management traffic adds security, when the management VLAN is
enabled. The outbound management is tagged with this VLAN ID. Both BS and SSs
should use same VLAN ID as Management VLAN ID. For example, if VLAN ID number is 1 on BS, it has to be the same (VLAN ID 1) on SS as well. The management
VLAN ID needs to be set:
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On the PM5000 BS, manually.
NOTE: Changing Management Port in VLAN requires MSC reboot.
On the SS, using the Installation Manager.
Please refer to Chapter 6 “Commissioning the Base Station”, for setting up Management VLAN ID on the BS and refer to the PacketMax 100/300 User Manual for setting
up the Management VLAN ID on the SS.
Typically management port is used for sending/receiving management traffic (Ping/
TFTP/DHCP packets from/to BS or SS). Figure 1-3 displays DHCP/TFTP over management port (a management interface set-up).
DHCP/TFTP
over
Management Port
SS
SS
BS
SS
VLAN Switch
EMS Server
VLAN 5
VLAN 4
VLAN Switch
Router
Figure 1-3
VLAN 2, 3
Management Port
Connection
Internet
Backhaul Port
Connection
Out of band Management
1.2.2.3 Inband Management with Management VLAN
The date/traffic are segmented by traffic VLANs and is implemented by the backhaul
ports (Inband management). This VLAN carries inbound traffic.
The Backhaul Interface can be either Fast Ethernet or Gigabit interfaces. Backhaul
port could be used for sending/receiving data traffic. Figure 1-4 displays DHCP/TFTP
over backhaul port (a backhaul interface set-up).
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DHCP/TFTP
over
Backhaul Port
SS
BS
Trunk carrying Data and
Management traffic Connection
VLAN Switch
Router
EMS Server
Figure 1-4
Internet
Inband Management
It is recommended to connect EMS server and Base station unit in the same VLAN,
for the ease of management and quick troubleshooting incase of any failures.
1.2.2.4 VLAN Classifiers
The VLAN switch identifies traffic corresponding to each LAN interface by attaching a
VLAN tag to the Ethernet frame as the traffic is switched to its WAN interface. The
Ethernet switch provides isolation of one customer LAN traffic from another customers. As each customer’s traffic can be identified with a VLAN ID, it can be mapped
onto an individual Service Flow enabling individualized QoS on a per customer basis.
A VLAN Classifier is a set of rules that determine how the PM 100/PM 300 assigns a
VLAN ID and priority to a packet based on a wide range of packet parameters such
as:
Source or destination IP address(es).
Source or destination MAC address(es).
IP TOS.
TCP/UDP Port numbers.
NOTE: VLAN classifiers are applied only when the unit is configured with
them enabled. This is configured in EMS, and is described in the WaveCenter
EMS User manual.
NOTE: IP addresses used for VLAN classifiers do not warn the user when
the resulting address is the broadcast or network address.
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1.2.2.5 VLAN Application Example
An example (Figure 1-5 )using the Point-to-Multipoint PacketMax 5000 Product with
two SSs (Subscriber Station) and a Cisco 2950 Series VLAN switch is described in
this section.
The Base Station Backhaul Fast Ethernet Port is Trunked, via the MSC (Main
System Controller), to the Cisco 2950 Series VLAN Switch.
Two ports on Cisco VLAN Switch are configured in Access mode to tag all
incoming packets. The first port is configured with VLAN ID 101 and the second VLAN ID 102; these ports are used to connect non VLAN enable devices.
Two PacketMax SSs are configured in VLAN mode to tag all incoming packets. One SS is configured to tag all incoming packets with ID 101 and the
other with ID 102.
The PacketMax products (MSC and SS) are configured to be managed using
VLAN ID 100. Hence, another Port on the VLAN switch is configured to tag
all packets coming from the EMS Server with VLAN ID 100 to the Base Station Management interface on the MSC.
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1.2.2.6 Looping Prevention
The communication between SS and PM 5000 and the communication between SS
and EMS server occurs over the management VLAN. The management traffic destined to EMS server from SS is sent out only on management port of PM5000 and it
will not be sent out of backhaul port.
Also, if backhaul port receives any management traffic, it will drop it. Hence, if you
try to ping PM5000 (which is in VLAN Mode) using management VLAN ID through
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backhaul, it will not work. Ping will work if it is tagged with appropriate management
VLAN ID and it is sent through management port.
NOTE: Base Station Unit and Subscriber Stations need to be configured in the
VLAN Mode to avoid any configuration issues. It is not recommended to run the
base station in the Bridge Mode and Subscriber station in the VLAN Mode. However,
this combination might work but we do not guarantee and Aperto does not support
in this mode.
1.2.3 Point-to-Point Mode
The PacketMAX 5000/3000 Base Stations in combination with PacketMAX 100/300
Subscriber Stations provide high-speed, cost-effective links for point-to-point applications. With unprecedented interference resilience and minimal spectrum usage, they
are ideal for such applications as high-speed backhaul of Wi-Fi hotspot networks,
higher-capacity alternatives to T1/E1 connections, and building-to-building connections in the enterprise environments.
Features that support Point-to-Point applications include:
Support for 3.3, 3.5, and 5.8 GHz frequency bands
High interference immunity
Exceptional wireless range (up to approximately 35 to 50 miles/ 55 to 80 km,
depending on the frequency band)
Outdoor radio units with connectorized output for high-gain antennas to extend
the range of the wireless link.
Synchronization between units
Management via SNMP-based Element Management System.
Figure 1-6
PacketMAX 5000 in Point-to-Point Mode
Pont-to-Point Mode allows you to increase the number of supported hosts up to 7500.
You can enable or disable the Point-to-Point Mode from the SS Configuration screen
in the WaveCenter EMS Pro.
The following table lists the number of hosts supported in Point-to-Point mode, based
on the product and the frequency band:
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Number of Hosts Supported in Point-to-Point Mode
Product
Frequency Band
Number of Hosts Supported
Point-to-Point Disabled
Point-to-Point
Enabled
PM 100
3.5 GHz
PM 100
5.8 GHz
7500
PM 300
3.5 GHz
250
7500
1.3 Features of PacketMax System
Some features of the PacketMax System are as follows:
IP Network Stack
Services and Quality of Service (QOS)
Automatic Repeat Request Support (ARQ)
3 DES Encryption
The following sections discuss about each of these features.
1.3.1 The PacketMax System’s IP Network
Overall, the system has the following network architecture.
The Base Station backhaul channel is part of a subnet which includes:
- A gateway to the outside world (Internet or private network).
- Access to a DHCP server (either the DHCP server or a DHCP relay agent
must be on the same subnet as the BS’s backhaul interface).
- Access to a TFTP server identified by the DHCP server.
Each wireless interface is the gateway for a subnet comprising itself, its Subscriber Stations and perhaps some or all of the hosts at the subscriber sites.
NOTE: A wireless interface can be configured for multiple subnets, if desired.
Subnets may be implemented at subscriber sites.
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1.3.1.1 DHCP Server and IP Address Assignment
The PacketMax System supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP),
which manages IP address assignment for most interfaces in the PacketMax devices.
NOTE: In the configuration of the DHCP server, the PacketMax System IP
addresses must be fixed—i.e., reserved for the specific units; they cannot
currently be dynamically assigned, but this planned for a future software
release.
Specifically, PacketMax System IP addresses are assigned as follows:
The BS receives the IP address of its backhaul interface from the DHCP server
for its subnet.
The BS’s wireless interfaces (WSC) are assigned IP addresses as part of the
BS configuration (using the WaveCenter Configuration Manager).
SS receive the IP addresses of their wireless interfaces from the DHCP server.
Computers, PCs and other hosts that WaveCenter EMS configures for its
DHCP server, connected to he SS receive IP addresses in a variety of ways:
- From ISP’s DHCP server, via DHCP relay agents in the SS.
- By manual assignment by the ISP.
1.3.2 Services
Each Base Station Unit requires access to DHCP and TFTP servers to boot up properly. Access to additional servers is required for the support of specific features.
1.3.2.2 TFTP Server
For the PacketMax System, the main function of the TFTP server is to store the
system configuration files, and download them on request. Each Base Station Unit
and Subscriber Unit requests its configuration file on hardware or software reboot
(cold or warm start). A TFTP Server is included in EMS.
NOTE: Whenever a Base Station Unit or Subscriber Unit boots up, the configuration file must be successfully downloaded from the TFTP server for the
unit to become operational. If the configuration file is not successfully downloaded, the BS or SS will come up in standby mode.
1.3.2.3 SNTP Server
The Base Station Unit typically derives the time and date from an SNTP (Simple
Network Time Protocol) server identified by the DHCP server. The BS includes time
zone and daylight savings time parameters which it applies to the received time and
date as appropriate. A SNTP Server is not included in EMS.
NOTE: Alternatively, date and time can be set via the Web and SNMP interfaces.
Subscriber Units use the BS as their time server.
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1.3.2.4 DNS Server
The DHCP server should identify a DNS server to be used in the resolution of Internet
domain names. This can be configured through the server configuration tool under
DHCP settings. A DNS Server is not included in EMS.
1.3.2.5 SMTP Server
The PacketMax Base Station Unit can use E-mail to announce events. If this feature
is to be used, an SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server must be specified. A
SMTP Server is not included in EMS.
1.3.2.6 System Log Server (Syslog)
If a Syslog server is identified in the BS configuration, the Base Station will log all
events to the specified server using the standard Syslog protocol. A Syslog Server is
not included in EMS.
NOTE: Syslog is needed to effectively monitor the PacketMax system. Service providers should install this server in their network.
1.3.2.7 SNMP Manager
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is an industry standard for management of computer networks. PacketMax Base Station Units and subscriber Indoor
Units include built-in SNMP agents. These agents can be accessed by SNMP management applications such as WaveCenter EMS Pro.
NOTE: PacketMax SNMP agents use SNMP v.2 syntax for objects.
1.3.3 MIBs
Each PacketMax BS and SS includes a SNMP agent supporting the following MIBs:
MIB II (RFC 1213)
Aperto private MIB
Wimax-IF-MIB (objects for 802.16 based SS and BS)
The complete MIBs are provided on the PacketMax CD-ROM, and are available on
the Aperto Web site, www.apertonet.com.
SNMP can be used to read configuration, status, and performance data from Subscriber Units. In addition, SNMP can be used to change some configuration parameters (those which can be changed via the Configuration Manager in EMS), and to
upload the configuration changes to the TFTP server (if the TFTP server is configured
to accept uploads).
The SNMP agents support trap reporting. Trap-reporting parameters can be specified
via the Configuration Manager as well as via SNMP.
NOTE: Changes to the IP addresses of SNMP servers do not take place until
a system reboot.
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1.3.4 Service Offerings and QoS
The PacketMax System is designed to give service providers freedom in the definition
of multiple services and the specification of quality-of-service (QoS) levels. Different
kinds of applications can be used with the three types of classes of service (CoS).
Before configuring individual subscribers, services and QoS parameters need to be
identified. Factors involved include:
Service Class, which may be:
- Best Effort (BE)
- Unsolicited Grant Service (UGS)
- Non Real Time (NRT)
Type of application
Overall and peak bandwidths
Be sure to check values of UGS service flows when switching between the selections
of VOIP FLOW types. The values of the previously configured information remain to
aid the user to create multiple, similar flows.
BE service flows are not given any performance guarantees, and are only allocated bandwidth after the requirements of the other service classes are satisfied (this is the class of service given to most current residential DSL and cable
modem users). However, to prevent starvation, the group of all BE flows is
guaranteed a configurable amount of bandwidth
UGS flows are designed for constant bit rate traffic (CBR). In the uplink, the BS
uses the unsolicited grant mechanism to schedule fixed-size grants at a recurring interval with as little latency as possible. Thus, UGS is suitable specifically
for voice and other applications with similar real-time requirements.
NRT service flows are given a guaranteed minimum amount of bandwidth, and
can be offered as a higher-priced tier of service. Note that the configured bandwidth is a minimum that can be exceeded if extra bandwidth is available (in contrast to traffic shaping, which enforces a maximum). Uplink service flows
provisioned as NRT, rely on the non real time polling scheme to request bandwidth.
1.3.4.8 Concepts of PacketMax Service Level Definition
The PacketMax quality-of-service (QoS) capability is based on sets of classifiers and
service flows, and links between the two, as shown in Figure 1-7.
A classifier is one or more layer 2 and/or layer 3 parameters which will identify
a particular traffic flow.
A service flow is a set of parameters which will determine the performance
characteristics (QoS) of traffic assigned to that flow.
When a classifier is defined, it is assigned to a specific service flow. Thus, any traffic
meeting the classifier specifications will be transmitted according to the performance
characteristics of its assigned service flow.
Traffic not meeting any of the defined classifiers is assigned to a default Best Effort
service flow. The characteristics of this default service are configurable, but the service class must be Best Effort (BE).
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1.3.4.9 Assigning Service Levels
Service levels are assigned in the individual SS configuration files, allowing for maximum flexibility in differentiating services among subscribers.
To define the Service flows for a subscriber, EMS lets the user choose a Default Service flow. This is done by choosing the Add Default Classifier button. The WiMAX
standard will drop any packet that does not meet any Classifier rule. So if the users
do not want to define specific Classifier rules for each type of traffic pattern, then they
can choose a Service Flow as the Default Service flow by adding a Default Classifier
for that Flow. Only 1 Default Service Flow should be defined for each direction, i.e.
one for the Upstream and another one for the Downstream.
Classifier
DEFAULT
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Class 1
Class 2
Packets are classified by
such parameters as TOS,
protocl, addresses and
ports
Class 3
Class 4
Packets identified by
Classifier are directed to the
proper Service Flow
CID
CID
CID
CID
CID
Service Flows specify
bit rate and QoS
factors
(CID =Connection ID)
Scheduler
Figure 1-7
PacketMax Service Flows
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1.3.5 ARQ Feature
ARQ is a technique that handles transmission errors that occur when data is transmitted over unclear (noise) channels. The way it works is that, the transmitter uses a
sliding-window protocol to control the number of blocks waiting to be transmitted,
retransmitted or acknowledged. The maximum number of unacknowledged blocks at
the transmitter should not exceed the ARQ Window Size.
The IEEE standard defines an ARQ feedback mechanism, used by the receiver to
provide feedback on ceaselessly received or lost ARQ blocks. A flexible bitmap-based
ARQ Feedback is defined in the standard which can support four different types of
acknowledgements. They are:
Selective ACK – In this, each bit in the bitmap indicates whether the corresponding block has been received correctly or not
Cumulative ACK – This is used to acknowledge correct reception of all blocks
up to a specified sequence number
Cumulative with Selective ACK entry – This combines functionality of Selective
ACK and Cumulative ACK.
Cumulative ACK with Block Sequence ACK entry – This has the ability to
acknowledge reception of ARQ blocks in terms of block sequences.
The standard does not specify any rules on the usage of the four different feedback
types and leaves it open to implementation. Aperto’s implementation of the ARQ feedback mechanism relies on a proprietary scheme, which allows to optimally select the
feedback type based on the block error pattern or in some cases to combine more
than one types in order to efficiently use the bandwidth.
The ARQ feedback information can be sent either as a standalone MAC management
message on the appropriate management connection, or piggybacked on an existing
data connection. The frequency of acknowledgement generation and the bandwidth
allocated for ARQ feedback traffic is controlled by the scheduler based on proprietary
scheme controls ARQ feedback traffic.
ARQ parameters can be configured or modified on a per Service class/service flow
basis to accommodate special traffic requirements. However, it is strongly recommended that the default settings are preserved since those are the result of an extensive simulation study and have been shown to result in very good performance under
noisy link conditions.Some of the configurable ARQ parameters are:
ARQ_WINDOW_SIZE
ARQ_BLOCK_SIZE
ARQ_BLOCK_LIFETIME
ARQ_RETRY_TIMEOUT
ARQ_SYNC_LOSS_TIMEOUT
ARQ_RX_PURGE_TIMEOUT
These parameters are discussed and explained in the WaveCenter EMS User Manual.
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1.3.6 3 DES Encryption
3 DES encryption scheme helps secure the communication channels between the
base station and subscriber station by encrypting the data flow between the two.
The Encryption procedure is as follows:
1.
At first, the SS initiates the authorization process and sends message to the
BS indicating that it is capable of encryption.
2.
The BS authorizes the SS by verifying the device and Vendor Certificate of the
SS during the Privacy Key Management (PKM) Message Exchange.
3.
An Authorization Key (AK) is used to decrypt the Traffic Encryption Keys
(TEKs) using PKM protocol. The AK is periodically refreshed and is encrypted
using 3DES.
4.
In the BS, the TEKs are generated and send to SS using the 3DES encryption
format. The SS decrypts these TEKs using a Key Encryption Key (KEK) generated from the AK. If the BS encrypts the TEK using the RSA Public Key of
SS, then the SS decrypts it using its Private Key.
5.
The TEKs are used for encrypting data on different Service Flows (SF) between
the BS and SS.
6.
All the Service Flows for one SS will have the same key in both upstream and
downstream.
NOTE: To enable encryption on every service flow, please refer to the WaveCenter
EMS User Manual.
7.
The traffic between the BS and SS can now be encrypted/decrypted using the
TEK keys.
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8.
If the CPE fails authentication, the CPE can re-try authentication.
Privacy Key Management — PKM
Private Key — PK
BS
Key Encryption Key — KEK
SS
Traffic Encryption Key — TEK
SS Initiates
Authorization
BS validates
Certificates
SS uses PK to
decrypt
Authorization Key
Traffic Encryption Key
SS uses KEK
from AK
3-DES Encryption
Traffic Encryption Key
3-DES Encryption
Authorization Key
Figure 1-8
3-DES Encryption
NOTE: TEK is encrypted using KEK derived from Authorization key and 3DES
Algorithm, while data is encrypted using TEK and DES Algorithm.
1.3.7 Certificates and Management
WiMax forum prescribes X.509 based digital-certificate for authorization process.
which is part of the negotiation process as described in the above section. The certificates are used to strengthen the security process.
The Aperto WiMax Root Certificate, is a Self-Signed certificate issued by the Aperto
Certifying Authority (CA). The CA is stored in the BS. The X.509 certificates are
injected into the subscriber station devices at manufacturing time and can later be
upgraded from the EMS.
The Root Certificate is the same across all Base Stations and shall be available on
MSC, as the Certificate Verification happens on MSC. In the case, when primary and
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redundant MSCs are installed, the Certificates need to be available on both the MSC
Cards (Primary and Redundant). Currently we are upgrading the Primary MSC with
the Wimax Root Certificate during the Upgrade Process.
1.3.7.10 Certificate Upgrades
Some important factors that users should take a note of, for certificate upgrades are:
In a redundant BS configuration, the certificates need to be installed using the
LAN upgrade tool.
Once the user has a device which is certified, the LAN upgrade and Bulk
Upgrade tool has to be used to upgrade the certificates.
1.3.8 Upgrades
There are two types of upgrades that can be done using the EMS, and they are:
Bulk Upgrade : The bulk upgrade feature of EMS allows the users to upgrade
the BS/SS efficiently.
LAN Upgrade: When there is network connectivity to the BS, users can
upgrade the SS using the LAN upgrade tool in EMS. This implies that LAN
Upgrade can be used typically in a laboratory environment.
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Base Station Components
This chapter explains PacketMax 5000 components and their functionalities,
necessary to complete the installation for PacketMax.
This chapter contains the following topics:
PacketMAX Base Station
5-Slot ATCA Chassis
Wireless System Controllers
Main System Controller Card
MSC Redundancy
AC Supply
Power LEDs and ESD connector
Hot Swap
Maintaining Proper Chassis Air FLow
Fan Unit
Serial Cable Pinout
PacketMax 5000 Rear Panel
AC Power Connection
Base Station Radio
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2.1 PacketMAX Base Station
A PacketMax Base Station 5000 consists of the following components:
19 inch rack-mountable standard compliant ATCA chassis.
Either AC and DC power supply.
One or more Wireless System Controller Cards (QWCs)
- Base Station Radio Connection
One or two (for redundancy) Main System Controller (MSC) Card.
- Serial port for CLI management.
The Front Panel of the PacketMax 5000 has
Wireless System Controllers (WSC) and Main System Controllers (MSC) with
their ports and interfaces
Access to Modular Fan Unit
Access to Modular AC Power supplies at the bottom.
Figure 2-1 shows the front view of the a PacketMax 5000 picture, with two MSCs and
three WSC Cards installed.
Figure 2-1
PacketMax Interface for PacketMax 5000
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2.2 5-Slot ATCA Chassis
The PM500 Base Station is based on a 5U high ATCA compliant modular chassis.
The chassis contains five physical slots numbered 1 through 5 that accommodate
three different Aperto hot-swappable cards:
Main System Controller (MSC)
Wireless System Controller (WSC-S-24)
Quad Wireless Controller (QWC) (holds up to four WSC-S-48’s)
Table 2-A lists and defines the slot positioning rules for the above-listed cards. Fully
populated slots for slots 3, 4 and 5 with three QWC cards, each containing four
WSC-S-48’s, defines the 12 sector system.
Table 2-A
Slot Positioning Requirements for MSC/WSC-S-24/QWC
Slot Number
Required Cards
Dedicated MSC (copper of fiber Ethernet interface)
Dedicated MSC/WSC (WSC-S-24)
One WSC-S-24 or one QWC (each QWC holds up to four WSC-S48’s)
One WSC-S-24 or one QWC (each QWC holds up to four WSC-S48’s)
One WSC-S-24 or one QWC (each QWC holds up to four WSC-S48’s)
The PM5000 Base Station system assigns a logical port number for each WSC and
is based on this card’s physical slot location in the chassis. The logical port number
acts as the internal address for the card and is used in the CLI, SNMP, and EMS
management interfaces.
Table 2-B lists and defines the logical port number assignments for the WSC-S-48’s
(installed in a QWC).
Table 2-B
QWC)
Logical Port Number Assignments for WSC-S-48’s (Installed in
Slot Number
Logical Port Assignments
10, 11, 12, 12
6, 7, 8, 9
2, 3, 4, 5
N/A
N/A
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Table 2-C lists and defines the logical port assignments for the WSC-S-48’s
(independent of QWC).
Table 2-C
Logical Port Assignments for WSC-S-24’s (Card only)
Slot Number
Logical Port Assignments
10
N/A
Figure 2-2 displays the slot and plot numbers on the PM 5000 hardware.
Figure 2-2
Slots and port numbers allotment of PM 5000
Figure 2-3 displays the slots and port numbers of a 4 sector base station and Figure 2-2
shows a 12 sector base station. Please note that the port numbers are labelled
according to software configuration of the device.
NOTE: In Element Management System and CLI, while configuring, please
enter the right port number.
Filler panels (PN PM 5000-FRONT PANEL) should be inserted, in to any unused
slots. Build-to-order systems will include filler panels in any unused slots.
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Figure 2-3
Slots and port numbers of four sectors BS
2.3 Wireless System Controllers
The WSC implements the 802.16-2004 MAC and PHY level functions.
The MAC functions include:
A configurable Time Division Duplexing frame for efficient and flexible spectrum
utilization.
A standard OFDM256 TDD frame structure.
Frame parameters that are configurable in the system.
Automatic Retransmission request (ARQ), which is a fast retransmission protocol at layer 2 that allows the MAC to recover burst errors and thus to improve
user throughput and overall system capacity.
Parameters such as modulation, FEC encoding, burst size, retransmission policy and transmit power.
Quality of Service (QOS).
Radio Control.
The PHY level features include:
Software selectable channel bandwidths, depending on the frequency band
Modulation and encoding, which are optimized and selected on a burst by burst
basis.
Transmission and Reception of Intermediate Frequency (IF) signals to support
BSR.
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Each WSC has a wireless interface port that connects via a coax cable to the outdoormounted BSR. The WSC uses a 70 MHz IF signal to transport traffic control signals
and power to the base station radio. The WSC card interfaces are labelled in Figure 2-4.
WSC cards are hot swappable, and can be replaced or added without having to
shutdown the PM 5000 Base Station or disrupt traffic passing through other WSC
cards.
2.3.1 Major Differences Between WSC-S-24 and WSC-48
Table 2-D lists the major differences between the WSC-S-24 and the WSC-48 which
installs in a QWC.Figure 2-4 and Figure 2-5 illustrates the WSC-S-24 and WSC-48
respectively.
Table 2-D
Major Differences between WSC-S-24 and WSC-48’s
WSC-S-24
WSC-48
Occupies an entire ATCA slot
Installs in a QWC
Outputs 24 Volts DC
Outputs 48 Volts DC
Supports 20 dBm Base Station
radios
Supports 20 and 30 dBm Base station
radios
2.3.2 One Port WSC-S-24
The one port WSC as in 4 sector BS.
Figure 2-4
PacketMax Interface of WSC Card (WSC-24)
Table 2-E
WSC-S-24 faceplate features
Function
Description
Main Management
RS-232
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Table 2-E
WSC-S-24 faceplate features
Function
Description
Radio IF
Radio IF Port
Establishes connection to the Base Station Radio.
LEDs
RX
Indicates the base station is receiving traffic from
the BSR, when the green LED blinks.
TX
Indicates the base station is transmitting traffic to
the BSR, if the green blinks.
Link
Indicates Link is established, when the green LED
lights up.
OOS LED
The Out-of-Service (OOS) LED is used for two
purposes. First, it indicates there is a critical problem with the WSC Card such that it is not operational. Second, it is also used to indicate the final
step in the Hot Swap Card Removal Procedure.
ON:
1) Indicates completion of the third and
final step in the Hot Swap Card Removal Procedure and that it is now safe to remove the WSC
card from the PM5000 chassis.
2) Indicates that the WSC card is not
operational due to a problem
OFF:
ON)
Minor LED
Unit is operational (when PWD Led is
Indicates that the WSC card is operational but a
problem has been detected.
ON:
Indicates that the WSC card is operational but a problem has been detected.The WSC
card will send an SNMP Alarm indicating what
problem was detected.
OFF: Indicates that the WSC card is operational and is functioning correctly
Pwr LED
Indicates that WSC has detected power (sufficient
to operate the device)
ON BLINKING:Power is detected
OFF:
H/S LED
Power is not detected
Used to indicate steps in the Hot Swap Card
Removal Procedure
ON:Indicates completion of first step in Hot Swap
Card Removal Procedure
OFF:
ON)
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2.3.3 QUAD Wireless Controller (QWC) Card - WSC-48
The Packet Max 5000 base station groups up to 4 wireless ports (WSC) in to a Quad
Wireless controller that fits in to the ATCA base station chassis. Figure 2-5 shows a
WSC-48.
Figure 2-5
PacketMax Interface of WSC-48
The QWC:
Provides fault tolerant connectivity to the ATCA base station
Provides power to the WSC ports and connected Base Station Radios
Implements functions such as shelf manager
Table 2-F
WSC-48 Faceplate Features
Function
Description
Main Management
RS-232
Serial Management Port/ port used to connect to
host computers.
This is for Internal use only.
Radio IF
Radio IF Port
Establishes connection to the Base Station Radio.
LEDs on card
RX
ON:Indicates the base station is receiving traffic
from the BSR, when the green LED blinks.
OFF:Indicates the base station is not receiving
traffic.
TX
ON:Indicates the base station is transmitting traffic to the BSR, if the green blinks.
OFF:Indicates the base station is not transmitting
traffic.
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Table 2-F
WSC-48 Faceplate Features
Function
Link
Description
ON:Indicates Link is established, when the green
LED lights up.
OFF:Indicates Link to ODU is not established.
OOS LED
The Out-of-Service (OOS) LED is used for two
purposes. First, it indicates there is a critical problem with the WSC Card such that it is not operational. Second, it is also used to indicate the final
step in the Hot Swap Card Removal Procedure.
ON:
1) Indicates completion of the third and final
step in the Hot Swap Card Removal Procedure and that it is now safe to remove the
WSC card from the PM5000 chassis.
2) Indicates that the WSC card is not operational due to a problem
OFF: Unit is operational (when PWD Led is ON)
Minor LED
Indicates that the WSC card is operational but a
problem has been detected.
ON: Indicates that the WSC card is operational
but a problem has been detected. The WSC
card will send an SNMP Alarm indicating
what problem was detected.
OFF: Indicates that the WSC card is operational
and is functioning correctly
Pwr LED
Indicates that WSC has detected power (sufficient
to operate the device)
ON BLINKING:Power is detected
OFF:
H/S LED
Power is not detected
Used to indicate steps in the Hot Swap Card
Removal Procedure
ON: Indicates completion of first step in Hot Swap
Card Removal Procedure
OFF: Unit is operational (when PWD Led is ON)
2.3.4 Compatibility matrix with radio
The PM5000 WSC cards perform a check and validate that its BSR is compatible with
that card (both in terms of voltage compatibility as well as power consumption).
Table 2-G shows the compatibility matrix.
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WARNING:
You cannot have a WSC-48 card drive a 24 V radio.
Table 2-G
WSC card and Radio compatibility
WSC Card
Compatible Radios
WSC-S-24
PM-BSR-35, PM-BSR-35X, PM-BSR-35X-48,
PM-BSR-33, PM-BSR-33X, and PM-BSR-58
WSC-48
PM-BSR-35, PM-BSR-35X-48,
PM-BSR-33, and PM-BSR-58
2.4 Main System Controller Card
The MSC serves as the brain of the PM 5000. It performs networking functions like
Bridging, VLAN, VLAN Tagging (double) and Routing (Future). Remote network
management and configuration is possible through dedicated management port (for
remote out-of-band management) or via the Backhaul port for in-band-management.
Local management is possible through a serial port. Its advanced processors deliver
superior packet processing performance for critical functions like QoS classification,
packet forwarding, and filtering. It also aggregates the traffic of up to 12 wireless
sectors into a high-speed Gigabit Copper of Fiber Backhaul interface. The MSC card
synchronizes all internal wireless sectors enabling efficient collocation and frequency
reuse when multiple radios are installed in the chassis. External clock input/output
ports enable the MSC card to synchronize either with other PacketMAX Base Stations
installed at the same location or with a external clock source like a GPS receiver.
Thus, the MSC monitors, controls, and assures proper operations of the modular base
station chassis.
The Networking functions include:
Management
Backhaul and data aggregation
Synchronization
The Shelf Management System (SMS) functions include:
Watches over the basic health of the system, reports anomalies, and takes corrective action when needed.
Retrieve inventory information and sensor readings as well as receives event
reports and failure notifications from modules in the system.
Perform basic recovery operations such as power cycle or reset each module
in the system.
Manage system power and cooling. The management entity on each intelligent
Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) negotiate power usage needs with the SMS
before it can be fully powered.
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Manage interconnect resources of the shelf. Boards must report their backplane interconnect types to SMS before the interconnects can be enabled.
The SMS is comprised of following major components:
Distributed management controllers that manage and monitor the operation
and health of each FRU in the system.
An Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) infrastructure that provides communications, management, and control among the distributed controllers and to an overall system manage.
A high-level, high-speed services for boards that need TCP/IP based management services such as remote booting, SNMP management, and other IP
based services.
Table 2-H covers the faceplate features and Figure 2-6 shows the MSC card.
Figure 2-6
PacketMax Interface of MSC card
Table 2-H
MSC Faceplate Features
Feature
Function
Main Management
RS-232
(Micro D-9 Serial Port)
Port used to connect to host computers.
Configure this connection to support:
38400, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control.
10/100/Base-T
Used for connectivity to network. Connection to Element Management System (EMS)
Sync*
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Table 2-H
MSC Faceplate Features
Feature
Function
Main
Used for multiple BS synchronization and GPS synchronization. This shows the main BS.
PW 1000
Connection for PW 1000.
EXT-CLK ( In and Out)
Connects the external 10MHz reference source for
PacketMax
signalling.
* Sync and EXT-CLK Interfaces are not currently supported.
Synchronization LEDs
MASTER LED
Indicates redundancy mode of the MSC Card.
ON:
Indicates MSC is operating in Slave Mode
OFF:
Indicates MSC is operating in Master Mode
When there is just one MSC installed in the system, the
MSC card will always be in Master Mode.
SYNC LED
Indicates the synchronization mode of the MSC Card.
OFF:
Indicates No Power
ON:
Indicates MSC Card is operating in Sync Master Mode.
ON BLINKING:
Indicates MSC Card is operating in Sync Slave Mode.
When in Sync Master Mode, the MSC Card is
using its internal clock for SYNC and 10 MHz for
frame synchronization.
When in Sync Slave Mode, the MSC Card is
using an external SYNC and 10 MHz clock signals that are connected to its BNC Input SYNC
ports.
When the MSC card is either Sync Master or
Sync Slave Mode, the MSC card will always output a SYNC and 10 MHz signal.
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Table 2-H
MSC Faceplate Features
Feature
EXT. CLK LED
Function
Indicates whether or not a 10 MHz External Clock signal
is detected on the MSC Card’s EXT. CLK BNC Input
Port.
ON:
A 10 MHz External Clock Signal is detected
OFF:
A 10 MHz External Clock Signal is NOT
detected
Backhaul
1000 Base-T
Connected to corporate network/routers/switches
100 Base-T
Connected to corporate network/routers/switches
Shelf Manager
RS 232
Not used.
TELCO
Dry Relay Alarm Port.
NOTE: Please Refer to Appendix B for details.
OOS LED
The Out-of-Service (OOS) LED is used for two purposes. First, it indicates there is a critical problem with
the MSC Card such that it is not operational. Second, it
is also used to indicate the final step in the Hot Swap
Card Removal Procedure.
ON:
1) Indicates completion of the third and final step
in the Hot Swap Card Removal Procedure and
that it is now safe to remove the MSC card from
the PM5000 chassis.
2) Indicates that the MSC card is not operational
due to a problem.
OFF:
MINOR LED
PWR LED
Unit is operational (when PWR Led is ON)
Indicates that the MSC card is operational but a problem has been detected.
ON:
Indicates that the MSC card is operational but a
problem has been detected.The WSC card will
send an SNMP Alarm indicating what problem
was detected.
OFF:
Indicates that the MSC card is operational and
is functioning correctly
Indicates that MSC has detected power (sufficient to
operate the device)
ON BLINKING:Power is detected
OFF:
H/S LED
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2.5 MSC Redundancy
The MSC Redundancy feature prevents the MSC from becoming a single point of
failure. This also reduces system downtime due to replacement of MSC cards. This
feature requires that a second MSC card is installed in to the PM 5000 BS.
The configuration uses a secondary card of the same type to serve as a standby card
and takes over if the active card fails. In this 1:1 redundant card configuration, one
card operates in the active mode and a second card operates in standby mode, ready
to provide services if an active card fails. To minimize switchover time and prevent
service interruption, standby cards are dedicated to a single active card and cannot
support additional cards. Standby cards do not support services until they transition
to the active state. Figure 2-7 shows MSC Redundancy.
Ejector
Master
Figure 2-7
Redundant MSC
2.5.1 Redundancy support
MSC Redundancy support for PM 5000 is as follows:
A Redundant system should have QWC with WSC-48. Single slot WSC-24
Redundancy is not supported
The shelf manager version should greater than or Equal to 17 for MSC and
QWC cards.
The MSC, QWC and WSC should have the latest hardware revision.
EMS Configuration of MSC Redundancy
In EMS configuration of MSC redundancy, the actions as listed below can be
configured during switch over process using the Server Configuration tool.
1.
Reset: In this case, after switch over the active MSC will restart and connect
as standby MSC
2.
Shutdown: In this case, after switch over the active MSC will be shutdown.
2.6 AC Supply
The PM 5000 can accommodate either one or two (redundant) 1200 watt AC Power
Supplies. Figure 2-8 shows the redundant power supply [AC 2]. The AC Power Supply
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(P/N: PM 5000-ac-2001) can be accessed through the front panel by removing the
Front Air Vent Cover. The PacketMax Rear Panel section covered in this chapter,
discusses the AC interface.
AC to DC
Power Supply
AC2 - Redundant
EJectors
AC Power
Good LED
Handle
Figure 2-8
DC
Power Good
LED
PM 5000 with two AC power supplies installed for redundancy
2.7 Power LEDs and ESD connector
When power supply A and B are turned on (indicates green) or off (not lit), the Power
Supply LEDs as indicated in Figure 2-9 display the status of the power supplies.
Indicates green when
Power Supply A is on
Indicates green if Power
Supply B is on as well.
ESD wrist Strap should be
inserted to this ESD connector
Figure 2-9
Front panel - Power Supply LEDs and the ESD Connector
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While working with the PM 5000 base station, use of the ESD strap is highly
recommended to prevent damage to equipment due to electro-static discharge.
2.8 Hot Swap
The MSC and WSC cards are hot-swappable. This implies that while the system is
on, the cards can be swapped without disrupting the system or operation of other
cards still installed and active in the chassis.
This multi-step procedure is designed to prevent against accidental enabling of the
Hot Swap function through normal handling of the system.
NOTE: Before you eject and handle and PM5000 card, please be sure to put
on a anti-static wrist strap and attach it to one of the ESD connectors on the
PM5000 (See Figure 2-9). Doing this will help prevent accidental ESD damage to the card.
Sequence of LEDs
1: H/S LED
2. Blinking H/S LED
3. OSS LED
2.8.1 WSC-48 Hot Swap
To remove the WSC-48 cards safely for hot swap, follow the instructions below:
1.
When the blue H/S LED is on, push the ejector arm (pointed outward) located
on each card (shown in Figure 2-10).
2.
Hold and pull (outwards) the handle provided on each WSC-S-48 card.
3.
Remove the card for Hot Swap.
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To remove the MSC cards safely for hot swap, follow the instructions below:
1: H/S LED
1.
Push in BOTH ejector arms located at each end of the card (shown in
Figure 2-10) and hold them until the blue H/S LED light turns ON.
2: Blinking H/S LED
2.
3: OSS LED
As soon as the LED light turns ON, gently pull back on both ejectors (but not
all they way back such that the card gets ejected) and wait until the blue H/S
LED light blinks. A blinking H/S LED signifies successful completion of the prior
steps.
If you wait too long to pull out both ejector arms, the cycle will abort and you will have
to repeat this step from the beginning.
3.
Push in and hold BOTH ejector arms on until the red OSS LED turns ON. At
this time, the card is ready to be safely removed from the PM5000 chassis.
Remove the card by pulling BOTH of the ejectors all the way out causing the
card to be removed from the system.
NOTE: If you loose the sequence at any time, repeat again from Step 1.
Handle
Ejector used for Hot SwapPM 5000 WSC-48
Figure 2-10
Right hand side Ejector used for Hot Swap - PM
5000 WSC-S-24
Ejector for hot swapping WSC Card
2.8.2 WSC-S-24 Hot Swap
To remove the WSC-S-24 cards safely for hot swap, follow the instructions below:
1.
Push in the right hand side ejector arm (vertically) located at end of the card
(shown in Figure 2-10) and hold them until the blue H/S LED light turns ON.
2.
As soon as the LED light turns ON, let go off the ejector and pull the ejector
arm lightly outward.
3.
Wait for about 2-3 seconds till the blue H/S LED blinks. Push the ejector (vertically) once again and wait until the red OSS LED turns ON.
If you push on the ejector too soon and the Red OOS LED does not turn on, the
cycle will abort and you will have to repeat the cycle starting from the beginning.
4.
At this time, the card is ready to be safely removed from the PM5000 chassis.
To remove the card, point the BOTH of the ejectors at each end of the card
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towards you and then bend them (horizontally) outwards. This will eject the
card.
NOTE: If you loose the sequence at any time, repeat again from Step 1.
2.8.3 MSC Hot Swap
To remove the MSC cards safely for hot swap, follow the instructions below:
1.
Push in BOTH ejector arms located at each end of the card (shown in Figure 2-6)
and hold them until the blue H/S LED light turns ON.
2.
As soon as the LED light turns ON, gently pull back on both ejectors (but not
all they way back such that the card gets ejected) and wait until the blue H/S
LED light blinks. A blinking H/S LED signifies successful completion of the prior
steps.
If you wait too long to pull out both ejector arms, the cycle will abort and you will
have to repeat this step from the beginning.
3.
Push in and hold BOTH ejector arms on until the red OSS LED turns ON. At
this time, the card is ready to be safely removed from the PM5000 chassis.
Remove the card by pulling BOTH of the ejectors all the way out causing the
card to be removed from the system.
NOTE: If you loose the sequence at any time, repeat again from Step 1.
2.9 Maintaining Proper Chassis Air FLow
Front Panel
Air
Figure 2-11
Front Panel installed in PM 5000 chassis
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Figure 2-12
Front Panel installed as QWC card
To maintain proper air flow within the chassis and to comply with Electro Magnetic
Interference (EMI) regulations, front panels must be installed on all empty slots.
Hence, PM5000 slots that have no cards installed, need a front panel (P/N: PM 5000FRONT PANEL) to be inserted. Each panel has a air baffle on the right hand side.
This air baffle ensures that air flow from the fan units blow only over the inserted
cards. It is critical to have front panels inserted into every “open” slot. Figure 2-11 shows
the picture of en empty card inserted in to a base station slot in a PM 5000 four sector
BS, while Figure 2-12 shows the 12 sector BS.
2.10 Fan Unit
The PM 5000 uses a hot-swappable modular fan-unit, (P/N: PM5000-FAN-1) that can
be replaced while the system is running.
To replace a new fan, unscrew the screw below and pull out the fan. Replace the fan
and shut the slot followed by tightening the screw. Figure 2-13 shows an open fan.
Unscrew to
Replace
Filter Plate
Unscrew to
Replace the
fan
Figure 2-13
Fan - PM 5000
NOTE: You do not need to replace filter plate with other filter plate.
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2.11 Serial Cable Pinout
The BS supports a direct serial RS 232 port for connection to a PC, and for local
management configuration, and troubleshooting using a command line interface
(CLI). The port employs a DB-9 female connector and operates with the following
parameters: 38.4K baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity.
To access the CLI through the serial port:
1.
Ensure that your computer’s serial port is configured for 38.4K baud, 8 bits, 1
stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.
2.
Using the serial cable included with the PM 5000 system (See Figure 2-14), connect the cable to the DB9 serial port on your computer and to the RS 232 RJ11
Jack on the PM 5000 system.
Operation of the CLI, which can also be accessed from the Ethernet port using Telnet,
is discussed in Appendix C of this manual. Please refer to PacketMax CLI Reference
Manual for further information on CLIs.
Figure 2-14
Connecting to the RS-232 Craft Port
NOTE: This serial cable PA-CABLE SERIAL-RJ11-DB9 is provided by
Aperto.
The Assembly Instruction for Serial Cable, RJ11 to DB9 (Female) is as follows.
The Serial Connection is made with an RJ11 to DB9 connector (also referred to as a
dongle). To establish connection:
1.
Connect the RJ11 to the Base Station
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2.
Connect the serial DB9 end to the PC. This connection will assist in aligning
the antenna and issuing CLI commands.
2.11.1 Serial Connection Instructions
Table 2-I shows the pinout of the serial connection needed to build a serial cable.
Table 2-I
Serial Cable Connector Pinouts
DB9 (Female) Connector on
computer
RJ11 (Male) Connector on the
MSC card
--
--
--
--
--
--
Figure 2-15 shows a DB 9 and RJ11 Cable Pin-out.
Figure 2-15
DB 9 (Female) and RJ 11 (Male) pinout
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2.12 PacketMax 5000 Rear Panel
Depending on the user’s needs, the BS could contain two hot-swappable, redundant,
and load-sharing power supplies. One power supply will take over the entire load if
the other one fails. The failed power supply can be removed and a new one installed
while the BS is operating.
2.12.1 Grounding
WARNING:
It is critical that users must properly ground their PM 5000 base station. Not grounding the PM 5000 BS can cause damage to the PM
5000 or other equipment that may be attached to it.
The BS rear panel contains a ground lug that is used to connect the system to ground.
Aperto recommends that a standard copper insulated wire that is at least 12 gauge
or less be used to ground the PM 5000 chassis.
To properly ground the PM5000 chassis:
1.
Use a grounding lug provided in the back of the system.
2.
Crimp the copper grounding cable to the base station grounding lug and earth
ground the other side of the cable.
2.12.2 DC Power Connection
A DC-powered PacketMAX 5000 includes two redundant 3-pin terminal blocks on the
rear panel. These terminals are labeled -, +, and GND. DC Power is provided
externally to the base station if DC chassis is being used; and there is no power
supply provided in the chassis.
To apply power to the PacketMAX 5000, screw in securely and connect the 3 leads
from a -48 V DC source that can supply up to 25 Amps to the terminals using 12 AWG
or heavier solid copper wire. For cable lengths greater 10m (30ft) use 10AWG or
heavier solid copper wire.
Since there is a on-off switch; disconnecting the power leads is the standard way to
remove power from the Base Station Unit.
NOTE: Please be sure to verify, using a volt meter, the polarity of the DC
Voltages. Not doing this could result in damage to the system.
NOTE: If you are using DC power to the BS, both power connectors on the
back of the BS have to be connected to power outlets for the power supply
to be redundant. The chassis has two redundant power backplanes and
each of the two DC connectors on the back of he chassis is connected to one
backplane.
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Figure 2-16 shows the AC input in PacketMax 5000.
Figure 2-16
DC input- Rear of the PM 5000
2.13 AC Power Connection
The AC power connection on the rear panel of the PacketMax 5000 is a three-prong
standard port for AC power that accommodates a standard IEC 320 plug. This port
also contains an On/Off switch. Figure 2-17 shows the AC input in PacketMax 5000.
If two AC power supplies are in use, only then the users can have power redundancy.
In the case that one AC chassis is in use, at least one AC power supply is required.
NOTE: If you are using DC power to the BS, both power connectors on the
back of the BS have to be connected to power outlets for the power supply
to be redundant. The chassis has two redundant power backplanes and
each of the two DC connectors on the back of he chassis is connected to one
backplane.
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Figure 2-17
AC input- Rear of the PM 5000
2.13.1 Fuse
The AC power supply is protected by a fuse in a holder located next to the power
connector on the rear panel of the Base Station. The fuse is a 10 A, 250 V time-lag
high-breaking fuse, 5 x 20 mm (Bussmann S505-10A). Replacement fused can be
ordered from Aperto parts.
Should this fuse blow, determine and correct the cause (if possible). Then replace the
fuse as follows:
1.
Disconnect the BS’s AC power cord.
2.
Remove the fuse holder.
3.
Remove the fuse from the clips that hold it, and verify that the fuse has blown.
4.
Place a new fuse in the clips.
5.
Snap the fuse holder into the opening in the rear panel.
6.
Reconnect the Base Station Unit’s power cord.
2.14 Base Station Radio
The BSR consists of a RF transceiver (available in a variety of frequency bands) that
connects to a base station antenna (120 degree, 60 degree, 90 degree, or
omnidirectional) through a single coaxial cable, up to a maximum of 200 m (600 ft).
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The BSR interfaces to the IF card of the WSS via a RG-6 cable. The input to the BSR
is a composite signal and comprises DC power, 20 MHz reference signal, 70 MHz
(IF) modulated signal, and the telemetry signals. The telemetry signals are used for
communication between BSR and WSS for controlling the RF parameters and also
for reporting radio status.
NOTE: A 1 m cable would have a loss of 0.5 dB. For more details on cable losses,
please refer to the Maximum Allowable Cable Loss for IF Cable section.
See Chapter 3,”Installing Radios and Antennas” for information and details on
installing the Base Station Radio.
Figure 2-18
Base Station Radio
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Installing the Base Station IDU
This chapter outlines the basic procedure for installing a PacketMax 5000 wireless
cell system and putting it into operation. It identifies the minimal requirements for
getting the system up and running.
WARNING:
Aperto assumes that installation procedures will be performed by
qualified professionals following all safety and other requirements and
acting in accordance with standard practices and procedures. Failure
to meet safety requirements and/or use of non-standard practices
and procedures could result in personal injury and/or damage to
equipment.
All of the instructions presented in this chapter are discussed in more detail in
subsequent chapters of this manual and in the PacketMax Subscriber Equipment
Installation and Operation manuals.
This chapter contains the following topics:
Planning, Site Preparation, and Installation
Installation Procedure
Synchronizing Multiple BSs at a Site
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3.1 Planning, Site Preparation, and Installation
Before you begin installing the PacketMax equipment, make sure you properly plan
the overall system and individual sites.
Table 3-A shows a list of the tool kit that Aperto recommends.
Table 3-A
Tool Kit
Description
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Part Number
Blue Nylon Tool Case, 18 Inches
Ideal
35-418
Crimp Tool for LMR300/400 connectors
Times Microwave
CT-300/400
3190-406 DEBURRING TOOL FOR LMR400/500/600
Times Microwave
DBT-01
Cable Preparation Tool for LMR-400 attachment of
CRIMP-style connectors.
Times Microwave
ST-400EZ
Plastic Pipe Scissors Cutter, Capacity 1 1/4 Inches,
Replaceable Stainless Steel Folding Cutting Blade
Rigid
BK125S
Type-F Male Connectors
Times Microwave
EZ-400-FM-75
Philips #2 Screw Driver, 6 " long with handle
Any
Any
Ideal 62-202 MiniTracker Coax Tester
Ideal Industries
62-202
Tie Wraps, 11 Inches Long, Nylon, Black,UV Protective
Vision Plastics
11-75-UV-100
Tubing, Cold Shrink, .31" to .56" Diameter
3M
8423-6
Tool, Crimpers, Cutters, All Purpose
Klein Tools
1002
Wire, Hook-Up, 10AWG, Green/Yellow
Manhattan
Wire Product
M218-54
Step 1. Determine and Prepare Locations
A. Make sure the base station is located such that it can communicate with subscribers.
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Cell sector width may be 60º, 90º, or 120º depending on the antenna chosen.
Distance between base station and subscriber site depends on the frequency
band, line-of-sight, and local conditions. Consult Aperto Networks Customer
Service for more details.
B. Make sure that the base station site includes a proper mounting structure for the
radios and antennas, an indoor location for the Base Station Unit and a good path
to run coax cable to connect the BSU to the BSR. Aperto Networks’ Customer
Service can provide training and assistance if needed.
C. Make sure all subscriber sites have an appropriate radio/antenna support or
mounting location.
WARNING:
Each Base Station is required to have lightning protection. Instructions and specific example of lightning protection equipment is contained in the Surge Protection document. This document is included
in the CD that shipped with the equipment. If it is missing, please contact Customer Service. Failure to follow the instructions will void your
equipment warranty. Your equipment warranty does not cover damage caused by lightning surge, or other environmental stress.
3.2 Installation Procedure
A. Inspect Package Contents, as displayed in Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1
Package Contents
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Table 3-B
Parts List and Part Numbers
Parts
Part Numbers
Description
10007456
Serial Cable
10002537
Nut Retainer (U-Style)
PM BSU-CD-ROM
PacketMax Software and Documentation
CD-ROM
10004194
Screw Cover (plastic)
10002438
1/4-20x0.75 in long Truss Head Screw
B. Mount the base station on a 19” rack, with the screws included with the base station. Figure 3-2 shows mounting of base station with the screws.
i.
Attach Rack Mount Brackets to side at each PM 5000 IDU.
ii.
Pass the 4X1/4-20 TRUSS HEAD SCREW through the 4xNUT RETAINER.
iii.
Mount the PM 5000 IDU on to the rack by securing the screw on to the rack.
Mount the Base Station in
rack
Figure 3-2
Mounting Base Station -PM 5000
C. Ground the Base Station
i.
Using the ground lug located in the lower left side of the back panel (See
Figure 3-3), ground the base station using either a 10 or 12 Gauge standard
insulated copper wire.
ii.
Be sure to observer all grounding and lightning requirement as described in
Chapter 4.
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Grounding Lug
Figure 3-3
Ground lug on the Base Station
Step 2. Installing cards in the PM 5000 chassis
A. Mount the chassis using the mounting brackets supplied, or other brackets as
required by the support structure, allowing for adequate air flow around and
through the unit (See Figure 3-2).
B. Ensure proper Air Flow. There should be atleast 5” of unobstructed air clearance
on each of the base station.
C. Before handling and installing the MSC and WSC cards, be sure to ground yourself by attaching a ESD strap to your wrist and connecting it to one of the ESD
connectors (See Figure 3-4).
Ejector Arms
ESD Ground Wrist
strap connector
Figure 3-4
Ground Strap Connector- Front and Rear Panel
D. Install WSC cards in to the slots 2, 3, 4 or 5 of the PM 5000 chassis. Figure 3-6
shows 3 WSC card and 2 MSC cards.
E. Similarly, each WSC-S-24 has two ejector arms (See Figure 3-6) located on each
side of the card, that are used to install an eject the card from the PM 5000 chassis. Insert the card in to one of its designated slots (Figure 3-6). Align the ejector
arms so that they grip the inner tip of the chassis. Then, push the card in to the
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slot, using the ejector arm to lock the card in to position. A Phillips screw driver
can be used to further secure the card if required.
F.
Install MSC (has two ejector arms as well) cards in to slot 1 and 2. Figure 3-6
shows insertion of the MSC card.
Filler Panels
WSC-24
MSC
ESD Connector Ground
Figure 3-5
Insterting WSC, MSC and filler panels in to PM 5000 - 4 sector
QWC
WSC-S-24
MSC
ESD Connector Ground
Figure 3-6
Insterting WSC, MSC and filler panels in to PM 5000 - 12 sector
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Step 3. Connect cables to the WSC and MSC card.
A. On any of the WSC cards (WSC-48 shown in the picture below) in QWAD, connect one end of the outdoor coax cable (IF port cable) to the WSC card (See
Figure 3-7) and the other end to the base station radio (As demonstrated in Section
4.3 in Chapter 4).
Figure 3-7
Connecting IF port cable
In a single sector WSC, connect one end of the IFport cable to the WSC card (See
Figure 3-8) and the other end to a base station radio (As demonstrated in Section 5.3
in Chapter 5) .
Figure 3-8
Connecting IF port cable
B. On the MSC card,
i.
For connection to Management port (RS 232 or 10/100 Base-T):
- Use one end of a RJ11 Connector with DB 9 Serial Cable and connect to
the management port on the MSC card as seen in Figure 3-9. Connect the
other end of the serial cable to the ethernet port on a computer or switch.
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Connecting to RS-232 Port
Figure 3-9
ii.
Connecting DB 9 serial cable to Management Port
For connection to Backhaul port (1000 Base-T or 100 Base-T):
- Use one end of the Cat 5 Cable with RJ45 Connector and connect to the
Backhaul port on the MSC card as seen in Figure 3-10. Connect the other
end of the serial cable to the ethernet port on a computer or switch.
Connecting to 10/100 Base-T
Figure 3-10
Connecting Cat 5 cable to the Backhaul port
Step 4. Install the Subscriber Station
Please refer to PacketMax 100 User Manual for further details on installation.
3.3 Synchronizing Multiple BSs at a Site
Time Division Multiple Access/Time Division Duplexing (TDMA/TDD) requires that allframes of adjoining frequency channels at a given cell site be synchronized to prevent
interference. When a set of base stations are synchronized together, they will all transmit at a time. Otherwise, additional frequency bandwidth must be provided between
each frequency channel to avoid interference.
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PacketMax Base Stations have the capability of synchronizing with each other by
using and sharing the common reference signals: A 1Hz sync signal and a 10 MHz
reference clock. This allows them to synchronize all of the adjoining frequencies, providing maximum efficiency of bandwidth utilization. The two clocks used for synchronization can be either externally generated (by a GPS receiver) or internally generated
by the PM 5000 BS itself. Internally generated signals are available on the PM 5000s
SYNC Output and 10 MHz Output BNC ports.
NOTE: For proper synchronization, the frame size and upstream/downstream frame
parameters must be the same for all synchronized BSs.
The PM 5000 has four BNC connectors that are used to synchronize multiple base
stations - two are used for Input Sync Signals (10 MHz and 1 PPS clocks) and two
are for Output Sync Signals (10 MHz and 1 PPS clocks). The PM 5000 internally generates a 10 MHz clock and a PPS clock. If no clock sources are detected on its 10
MHz and Sync Input ports, the PM 5000 turns into SYNC MASTER mode, internally
generates 10 MHz and 1 PPS clocks, and outputs them to its Sync Output ports. On
the other hand, if external clocks are detected, the PM 5000 turns into SYNC SLAVE
mode, using the external clocks to synchronize itself, and outputs them to its Sync
Output ports. As the sync signal is always available on PM 5000’s Sync Output ports,
it is possible to daisy chain multiple PM 5000s together. Clock and Sync LED status
is shown in Table 3-3.
Table 3-3
Sync and Clock LEDs
LEDs
Ext. Clock LED
Status
Off: No External clock detected, Internal Clock selected.
On: Solid Green. External clock detected.
Sync LED
Off: N/A
Solid Green: using internal source.
Blinking: using external source.
Solid Red: System Fault
To interconnect multiple Base Station Units:
1.
Select one Base Station Unit as the main Sync Master.
2.
Connect the Sync Out connector on the main Sync Master signal source to the
Sync In of the Slave Base station units. Additional units connect from Slave
Sync and Clock outputs.
3.
Connect the Clock Out connector on the main Sync Master signal source to
the Clock In of the Slave Base station units
4.
Repeat steps 2 and 3, for all additional slave Base Station units.
A short coax cable (RG6 or LMR) with BNC connectors must be used to interconnect
the base station radios. Note that two cables are needed for each base station connection. Although not required to co-locate multiple PM 5000 base stations, PM 5000
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can support external clock resources, like those generated from a GPS receiver, that
meet the requirements.
NOTE: A 1 m cable would have a loss of 0.5 dB. For more details on cable losses,
please refer to the Maximum Allowable Cable Loss for IF Cable section.
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Installing the Base Station ODU
Radio and Antenna
The PacketMax base station antennas and radios are designed for mounting outdoors
on common antenna masts, and include mounting brackets for such mounting. Different mounting hardware can be substituted as appropriate for your antenna support.
This chapter consists of the following topics:
Radio Compatibility
Installing the Antenna
Installing the Base Station Radio ODU
Grounding the PacketMax System
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4.1 Radio Compatibility
Ensure that the radio selected is compatible with PM 5000. PM 5000 is only compatible with PM-BSR-33, PM-BSR-35, PM-BSR-58. It is not compatible with PM-BSR-33x
or PM-BSR-35x. Use of PM 5000 with these radios can result in damage to the radio.
4.2 Installing the Antenna
Locate and install the antenna as close as possible to where you will mount the Base
Station Radio.
Various antenna mounting systems can be used for the PacketMax System base station. Use one mounting system appropriate for your particular antenna, and follow the
manufacturer’s directions to install.
NOTE: If the antenna mounting system has a directional aspect (for example, a sixsided antenna mast), be sure to consider the physical sector locations when installing.
WARNING:
Be sure that the antenna mounting system is appropriate for the
weights and wind-resistance of all of the antennas and radios to be
installed on it, and for local environmental conditions.
WARNING:
Outdoor installation procedures should be performed by quality professionals following all safety and other requirements and acting in
accordance with standard practices and procedures. Failure to meet
safety requirements and/or non-standard practices and procedures
could result in personal injury and/or damage to equipment.
4.3 Installing the Base Station Radio ODU
WARNING:
Outdoor installation procedures should be performed by quality professionals following all safety and other requirements and acting in
accordance with standard practices and procedures. Failure to meet
safety requirements and/or non-standard practices and procedures
could result in personal injury and/or damage to equipment.
4.3.1 3.3 and 3.5 GHz BSR Package Contents
The Base Station Radio (PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-35) includes the items shown and
listed, in Figure 4-1.
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Figure 4-1
ware
PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-35 Package Contents- Mounting Hard-
4.3.2 5.8 GHz BSR Package Contents
The 5.8 GHz base station radio package contains the items listed in the following
figure:
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Other Items needed to install the Base Station Radio are:
IF Cable (outdoor rated high quality coax) with two type-F connectors
Short RF Cable to connect BSR to the Antenna
Grounding Cable (AWG 10 or 12, copper stranded, outdoor rated) and two
Coax Surge Protectors (Aperto P/N: PA-SP-OUTDOOR-08 contains two surge
protectors and two grounding wires).
4.3.3 Preparing and Mounting the 3.3 and 3.5 GHz BSR
Step 1. Attach Bracket and Grounding Wire to BSR
A. Attach the mounting bracket to BSR using the included screws.
B. Attach the grounding lug to the radio, as shown in Figure 4-2 (PM-BSR-33 and PMBSR-35).
NOTE: The grounding lug does not exist on the BSR, the customer must install it.
C. Provide a proper grounding conductor (NEC Section 810-21) long enough to
reach from the Outdoor Unit to the earth ground. Color of the insulator of Grounding conductor should be Green with Yellow strip. The size of the grounding wire
should be AWG 10 or AWG 12.
D. Attach one end of the conductor to the lug on the radio.
E. Connect the other end of the grounding conductor to an appropriate earth ground
using a grounding clamp.
NOTE: If you install a grounding electrode separate from the power service grounding electrode system, connect the separate electrode to the grounding system in
accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local electrical codes.
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Grounding lug
12 or 10 Gauge
grounding wire
Figure 4-2
Grounding lug on 3.3 and 3.5 GHz radio attached to base bracket
NOTE: The “UP” sign in the BSR ( Figure 4-2 ) indicates proper vertical orientation
that would allow moisture to escape the unit.
Step 2. Mount Base Station Radio
A. Unscrew the Warm Gear Clamps. Slip it in the Arm Bracket holes.
B. Wrap it around the pole and screw it tightly.
C. Insert M5 screws through the bracket to the unit. Tighten the screws.
D. Attach Arm Bracket to the Base Support. Insert M8x40 mm screw (no washer
required on this end) from one end of the bracket and insert M8 Flat Washer, M8
Lock Washer and M8 Hex nut in the respective order from the other end. Tighten
the Hex nut.
The unit is now mounted on the pole. Figure 4-3 A, B,C shows the process.
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M8 NUT
M8 LOCK
WASHER
M8X50
SCREW
Figure 4-3
Installation of the Base Station Radio
4.3.4 Preparing and Mounting the 5.8 GHz BSR
Step 3. Assemble the Base Station Radio.
A. Attach the Base Support bracket to the Base Station Radio, as shown below:
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Figure 4-4
Attaching the Base Support Bracket
B. Attach the Inner Mounting Bracket to the Base Support bracket, as shown below:
Figure 4-5
Attaching the Inner Mounting Bracket
C. Attach the grounding lug to the Base Station Radio, as shown below:
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Figure 4-6
Attaching the Grounding Lug
Step 4. Mount the Base Station Radio
The PM-BSR-58 Radio comes with a handle that helps the technicians carry the radio
with ease while mounting the radio to the pole.
Keep the one Inner Mounting Bracket on one side of the pole and the Outer Mounting
Bracket on the other side of the pole. Then, Insert the screws through the bracket
holes and tighten the screws.
4.3.5 Using the BSR with the Antenna and IDU
Step 5. Connect the Base Station Radio to Antenna- RF Cable
Please follow Appendix C for further specifications on cabling requirements.
NOTE: To connect the radio to the antenna, Aperto recommends using a short LMR
600 Cable with Male Type-N connectors. The RF cable should be made as short as
possible (without sharp bends) to minimize cable RF attenuation. Aperto recommends applying a silicone sealant or other weatherproofing to the connections.
A. Remove safety cap from the RF Connector located at the back of the BSR.
B. Connect one end of a short coax cable (LMR-600 is recommended) to the RF
connector on the BS radio, as shown in Figure 4-7.
C. Connect the other end of the short coax cable to the Type-N connector of the
antenna.
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D. Aperto recommends applying a silicone sealant or other weatherproofing to the
connections as desired.
RF Connector
Torque to 20 in-lbs
[1.7 N-m]
IF coax cable from Base
Station connects here
Figure 4-7
RF Cable connects BSR to the Antenna
Step 6. Connect the BSR (ODU) to the BSU (IDU) - IF Cable
The coax cable connects the Base Station Radio to the Base Station IDU and provides
DC Power and IF Signalling. This cables runs from the outdoor radios to the indoor
Base Station Unit, so a suitable cable run and building entry point must be identified.
Maximum length depends on the BSR type and cable type used (Refer to Table 4-2).
NOTE: For these outdoor-to-indoor connections, the order of the steps in the installation procedure will vary depending on a number of factors, including site particulars and installers’ preferred practice. For example, in some cases it may be best to
run unterminated cable and then attach connectors; in others it may be more efficient
to attach one or both connectors to the cable before running it. Also, cable dressing
at various locations may be best performed at different points in the procedure.
Therefore, the procedures given for radio-to-BS connections should be taken as a list
of necessary steps and a suggested order, and modified as appropriate for your circumstances.
Choosing an IF Cable
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The IF cable between the BS and BSR carries a multiplexed signal along with the DC
voltage. They are identified below and the user should pay particular attention to the
choice of IF cable, in field deployments as the cable loss is a function of length, frequency and quality.
Following are the various signals the IF cable carries between BS and BSR.
DC voltage.
20 MHz reference signal.
70 MHz IF signal (bi-directional).
Telemetry link (260 and 420 MHz) for communication between BS-BSR and
BSR-BS (bi-directional).
When choosing IF cable of any given length and quality, the user should look at the
maximum allowable loss of the cable that is recommended below for reliable operation of the system. The below table allows sufficient margin for surge protectors and
connectors. Table 4-1 is based on a nominal Base Station Radio operating voltage of
52 Volts DC and 75% duty cycle.
Table 4-1
Maximum Allowable Cable Loss for IF Cable
Parameter
Value
DC Resistance inner +Outer conductor.
Maximum of 22 ohms
Loss at 20 MHz
Maximum of 20 dB
Loss at 70 MHz
Maximum of 9 dB
Loss at 260 MHz
Maximum of 20 dB
Loss at 420 MHz
Maximum of 20 dB
Cable Return Loss from 20 – 500 MHz
20 dB Typ
Apart from the above recommended cable loss characteristics, the RF shielding capability of the cable should be least 90 dB or better. As a last note, choice of quality
connectors and cables with good weatherability and outdoor rated is highly recommended for reliable performance of the system.
Typical cable lengths for LMR Cables from Times Microwave, Inc
Following are the assumptions in coming up with the prescribed lengths.
Two surge protectors are used each with ~ 0.1 dB loss at 70 MHz.
Connectors on either end have a loss of ~ 0.1 dB each.
PM 3000 BS outputs a nominal voltages of 52V at the IF port.
Table 4-2
LMR Cable Types and Maximum Lengths
Cable Type
Max Length with surge protectors for
PM BSR
LMR-200-75
100 meters
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Table 4-2
LMR Cable Types and Maximum Lengths
LMR-240-75
150 meters
LMR-400-75
250 meters
LMR-600-75
350 meters
NOTE: Be sure to use outdoor UV rated cables.
To install the radio IF signal cable, perform the following steps:
A. Run an appropriate length of cable from the Base Station to the radio. Include a
service/drip loop as appropriate.
B. Install a weatherproof female F connector at the radio end of the cable.
C. Attach the cable to the female F connector on the radio. Tighten the connector
until the cable is firmly secured, but do not overtighten.
D. Dress the outdoor portion of the cable as appropriate, making sure the cable has
adequate strain relief. Do not let the cable hang unsupported from the connector.
E. Install a Female F connector on the BS end of the cable.
F.
Attach the cable to the Radio IF connector (IF connector located on the card) for
the appropriate Radio port on the Base Station Unit.
G. Dress the indoor portion of the cable as appropriate.
H. Seal the entry of the radio signal and control cables to the building as appropriate.
Step 7. Connect Surge Suppressors
To connect the relevant Base Station Sector to its BSR requires three lengths of cable
plus two lightning surge suppressor units. Figure 4-1 shows the illustration that depicts
the overall picture of surge suppressors, BSR, and BS.
A. BSR to surge suppressor: Connect one cable from the BSR IF input to one side
of surge suppressor 1. Figure 4-8 shows a PA-SP-OUTDOOR-O8 surge suppressor
and a BSR IF input picture.
B. Surge suppressor to surge suppressor: From the other end of the surge suppressor 1 connect another cable, which is then attached to the surge suppressor 2.
C. Surge suppressor to Base Station: Connect the third cable from the other side of
surge suppressor 2 to the IF port on the Base Station.
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BSR IF Input
Surge Suppressor
Figure 4-8
Base Station - Surge Protector - PA SP-OUTDOOR-08
Step 8. Ground the Base Station and both the surge suppressors
All protection conductors of the installation must be interconnected and connected to
a single ground (or ground network).
NOTE: To minimize the residual voltages from lightning discharge currents, the connection of the suppressor to the ground network must be as short as possible (less
than 50cm) and have the largest possible cross-sectional area (at least 4mm 2).
Single point grounding requires that the grounding leads from the antenna, radio and
surge suppressor for a particular sector, be bonded together at the same point on the
tower down conductor. Ensure that the components of any individual sector have the
same ground point on the tower. The base station chassis ground and all the surge
suppressors grounds must be grounded at the same point. Figure 4-9 displays a single
point ground.
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Figure 4-9
Single Point Ground
To properly ground the Surge Suppressors:
A. Locate and insert the grounding lug on the surge suppressor (Figure 4-8 ). Aperto
recommends two grounding cables (60 inches, 10 AWG weather-proof cable).
B. Attach one end of the cable to the surge suppressor.
C. Cut the cable to the appropriate length and attach the other end to an appropriate
earth ground. Make sure that the cable is straight and not looped.
To properly ground a DC powered Base Station:
A. Locate the CGND DC lug on the base station rear panel.
B. Provide a proper grounding cable (NEC Section 810-21) long enough to reach
from the base station to the earth ground.
C. Attach one end of the cable to the lug on the base station.
D. Cut the grounding wire to the appropriate length. Make sure the wire is straight
and not looped.
E. Connect the other end of the grounding cable to an appropriate earth ground
using a grounding clamp.
NOTE: A base station AC unit is grounded via the AC power cable center prong.
The AC receptable must have it’s center prong connected to earth ground.
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4.1 Grounding the PacketMax System
Aperto provides:
Two Surge Suppressors for PacketMax IF Cables
Two Grounding Cables
Two Grounding Lugs
Grounding of the outdoor radio/antenna and the base station is an essential part of
the installation process. A proper grounding circuit is illustrated in Figure 4-1.
CGND
Figure 4-1
Grounding the PM 3000 System (IDU, Radio, and Antenna)
Make sure that the:
IDU is grounded - (Refer to Ground the Base Station and both the surge suppressors
section)
ODU is grounded - (Refer to Attach Bracket and Grounding Wire to BSR section)
Surge Protectors are grounded (Refer to Ground the Base Station and both the
surge suppressors section).
Antenna is grounded
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Commissioning the Base Station
This chapter highlights the procedure of bringing up the Base Station using initial CLI
configuration and creating configuration files in Element Management System (EMS)
and finally verifying operations.
This chapter covers the following topics:
Summary of Configuration of Base Station
Establishing an Ethernet Connection with Cat-5 Cable
Establishing a Serial Connection to the Base Station
Configuring DHCP
Obtaining the MAC Address of the Base Station
Selecting Management or Data Traffic
Provisioning the Base Station with WaveCenter EMS
Rebooting the Base Station
Verifying Operations
Ensuring Encryption
Upgrading Base Station Manually
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5.1 Summary of Configuration of Base Station
To summarize, following are the steps that users have go through in order to configure
the Base Station:
Make sure that Base Station is set up first (Chapter 2,3 and 4).
Refer to network diagram Figure 1-4 on page 1-7 of Chapter 1.
Configure the system by following the sections below
5.2 Establishing an Ethernet Connection with Cat-5
Cable
Before powering on the PM 5000, connect a Cat-5 cable from the Ethernet port on the
PM 5000 to the network where the EMS server is on.
5.3 Establishing a Serial Connection to the Base Station
At first, connect your host computer to the PacketMax 5000 using a standard RS-232
serial cable included with the system PM 5000 Base Station. Then, connect the cable
from your host computer’s serial port to the Management RS-232 port on the
PacketMax chassis. Now, power on the base station.
WARNING:
Ensure the PM 5000 is powered down while connecting the host computer. Connecting the base station while the PM 5000 is powered up
can permanently damage the base station or PM 5000 IDU.
Open a terminal emulation application (for example, HyperTerm) and configure the
connection to support 38,400 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no flow
control.
Follow the procedure below:
Step 1. Create a new serial connection to the com1.
See Figure 5-1.
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Figure 5-1
1.
Set COM1 settings to 38,400 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit. (Figure 5-2).
Figure 5-2
2.
Connection to the com1
COM 1 settings
When the console appears, follow the steps below as seen in Figure 5-2:
a.
Login using,
- User ID: ISP
- Password: isp [Case Sensitive]
b.
Verify that the DHCP is in “Server” mode by typing show dhcp at the
CLI prompt, as shown in the following screenshot:
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Figure 5-3
c.
Verifying the Server mode
If the system is in “Local” mode, configure the DHCP by typing config
dhcp at the CLI prompt. Follow the instruction in the next section to configure DHCP.
5.4 Configuring DHCP
Step 2. Configure in DHCP mode
While in Configure mode for DHCP, follow the steps below:
1.
Enter params at the CLI command prompt, to start configuring DHCP. Two
options, show up, 1 for Local mode and 2 for Server mode.
NOTE: For PacketMax, Local mode is not supported. The device gets the
config files from the flash. In Server mode, the device gets the config files
from TFTP Server via the DHCP server.
2.
Select 2, if not already selected, to obtain DHCP parameters from the Server.
See the screenshot captured from the console, as displayed below.
3.
Select the port from which DHCP/TFTP traffic will flow. In the screen below 1
has been selected.
4.
Leave other options as they will be retrieved from the DHCP Server.
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Figure 5-4
Configure DHCP
5.5 Obtaining the MAC Address of the Base Station
Step 3. Determine the MAC Address of the port used for DHCP/TFTP Management
Each Card will have 4 MAC Addresses. There are two ways to identify the MAC
Address of the BS, as described below:
On the label of the MSC Card, as shown in the label of Figure 5-5.
Figure 5-5
label on MSC Card
Use the “show msc” command for this, as displayed in Figure 5-6.
You must select the one MAC Address that corresponds to the Interface.
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Figure 5-6
Determining the right MAC address
5.6 Selecting Management or Data Traffic
Step 4. Select Inband or Outband Management
1.
To implement Base Station in VLAN mode, use Management port for EMS seperate.
Use the MAC ADDRESS for Commissioning on the EMS, as specified below.
If you want inband management of the device, then connect the EMS server
to one of the Backhaul ports.
If you want outband management of the device, then connect the EMS server
to communicate with the management port.
2.
On the CLI prompt, type “config dhcp dhcp-tftp-on-backhaul” and select the
mode desired as shown in the screenshot (Figure 5-7 ).
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Figure 5-7
Port selection
Choosing Auto-select implies that the link of the port is detected and selected.
If data and dhcp is desired on Fast Ethernet, then select option number 3 or 4.
NOTE: If the users want the EMS Server and the data port to be connected to the
same switch, Aperto Networks recommends not use the Management port for dhcp/
tftp provisioning.
5.7 Provisioning the Base Station with WaveCenter
EMS
Step 5. Use EMS to generate and provision config files for MSC, WSC and SS.
Please Refer to the WaveCenter EMS User Manual for further details on provisioning
in EMS and generating config files.
NOTE: Auto-Provisioning feature is now available through WaveCenter Element
Management System (EMS). Hence, the Subscriber Unit can be configured using the
Auto-Provisioning feature in WaveCenter EMS. Please refer to Chapter 4 of the
WaveCenter EMS User Manual for instructions on using the Auto-provisioning feature.
Step 6. Configure using EMS Server Configuration tool and generate base station configuration file in EMS.
A. EMS server is required to configure and manage the Base Station.
In the EMS Server Configuration tool, check if the Primary & Standby BE
server IP addresses are specified in EMS IPs page. Click on Update Setting
once the Primary and Secondary server IP addresses are entered.
Check IP address under cookies server on the ADHCP page. ADHCP option
in Sever Configuration tool allows users to de-select the use of the Aperto
DHCP server i.e. the user is given the option to use their own DHCP server.
NOTE: If users de-select using the APERTO DHCP server, it is their responsibility to set up their proprietary DHCP server correctly to work with Aperto
devices in server mode.
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Step 7. Generate Base Station Configuration file in EMS.
A. Generate the Base Station and Subscriber Unit configuration file using Configuration Manager in Element Management System (EMS). This configuration file
should be either saved on the BS’s TFTP server, or (for local configuration mode)
is already saved on a disk and provided to the installer.
Configure at least one Service Class in the Base Station configuration file.
While configuring Subscriber Hosts, the host may be statically configured
with an IP address, default gateway, and DNS server. If the Subscriber Unit is
in bridge mode, the default gateway could be the IP address of the Base Station’s Wireless Subsystem (WSS) that the Subscriber Unit connects to. Configure atleast one upstream and one downstream Service Flow in the Subscriber
Unit Configuration file.
NOTE: In EMS, SS configuration System pane, check the configure DHCP
box to switch to server mode. Refer to Chapter 4 in the WaveCenter User
Manual for details on SS configuration.
Please refer to the WaveCenter EMS User Manual for detailed instructions on creating
a BS config file.
There should be an ethernet connection between EMS and BS.
NOTE: Remember to manage the icons at the EMS end, after provisioning
in EMS.
5.8 Rebooting the Base Station
Step 8. Reboot BS and verify that it received IP Address and Configuration Settings.
Verify with the “reboot msc” command as displayed in Figure 5-8.
Figure 5-8
Rebooting BS
NOTE: The users can do a soft or hard reboot.
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5.9 Verifying Operations
Verify operations as follows:
1.
At the CLI prompt, enter show msc to verify that the base station received
the correct IP Address and Configuration file. Figure 5-6 shows an example of
show msc command.
2.
Verify that the BS is operational. Follow the instruction below:
a.
Ping the EMS from the Base Station
b.
View System Configuration via EMS
c.
Check if BS appears Green in EMS
d.
Telnet to BS
e.
Check that the LEDs on the BS are correct (per Table 2-A in Chapter 2).
This will verify if the BS is operational or not.
NOTE: There are a series of CLI commands that will enable you to check
the status of the system and also configure the system. Please refer to the
CLI Reference Manual, for further details.
5.10 Ensuring Encryption
When upgrading your system, to run encryption, make sure following (or newer)
binary is loaded correctly. To do this, check the command, on the WSC and make
sure that the binary date (in red) indicated in the following example is current.
PM5000-WSC-1> dumpArcCB
PSAP Interface Version 2.3+ Control Block.
----------------------------------------Component ID: 0xec55aa01, Firmware ID: 0x00000001
ARC Feature List:-"BS|PSAP2.3+|EC001|Jun 22 2007|17:06:"
Station ID:(H)=0xc03b0101, (h)=0x00004001
Watermark Level Tx:0x00000100, Rx:0x00000800
ARC Op Mode :0x00000008
MAC TxHead:0x000007d6, TxTail:0x000007d6
MAC RxHead:0x00000260, RxTail:0x00000260
MAC TxCtrlHead:0x000000d0, TxCtrlTail:0x000000d0
MAC RxCtrlHead:0x000000c3, RxCtrlTail:0x000000c3
MAC RxStatHead:0x000001bd, RxStatTail:0x000001bd
DMC 0x00000000
MAC MBox Lock: 0x00000000
PSAP MBox Lock:0x00000000
CID Table Lock: 0x00000000
Arc Trailer=0xaaaaaaaa
----------------------------------------value = 42 = 0x2a = '*'
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5.11 Upgrading Base Station Manually
Currently, the base station can be upgraded manually and the procedure for the WSC
upgrade and MSC upgrade is covered in details in the following sections.
NOTE: For Release 2.1, you can use the bulk upgrade utility to upgrade a
BS.
5.11.1 WSC upgrade
To upgrade WSC,
1.
Log on to the PM 5000 WSC card using a ftp server. For example, WS_FTP is
used here. Enter the Profile Name, Host Name/Address and user name/password. The user name is “target: ”, for example, “target: 1”.
Figure 5-9 shows the general session properties screen on WS_FTP. Click OK.
Figure 5-9
2.
General session page - WSC upgrade
Copy the following new Build files to the PM 5000 WSC Card in “/tffs0” folder.
Figure 5-10 displays this startup session page. Click on OK. The WS_FTP screen
opens.
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Figure 5-10
Startup session page - WSC upgrade
3.
Select the Customer_CD\PacketMax directory, and click on the “ARC” folder
and copy “bs.bin” file to the “ARC” folder in “/tffs0” of the WSC Card.
4.
Go to the “bootrom” folder and copy “bootrom_wsc.bin” file to the “/tffs0” of the
WSC Card. Figure 5-11 shows the ftp screen, once the transfer is done.
5.
Click on the Close button and then click on the Exit button on the WS_FTP
client.
Figure 5-11
Ftp page - WSC upgrade
6.
Open the telnet session, by going on command prompt, to the PM 5000 WSC
card. Type “telnet Host Address”. For example, “telnet 10.226.0.5 5001” at the
C:/prompt. Figure 5-12 displays the telnet session.
7.
Click the Enter key. The vxWorks will prompt to enter the WSC card number
and the Login prompt will appear. The Login is “target” and password is “pass-
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word”. The PM 5000-WSC-2 will show up at the command prompt, where 2 is
the port number here.
8.
Program the WSC bootrom by typing at the command prompt.:
“sysBootImangePut “tff0o/bootrom_wsc.bin”
9.
10.
Exit from the telnet session.
Repeat steps 1-9 for upgrading, all WSC cards.
Figure 5-12
Telnet page - WSC upgrade
5.11.2 MSC Upgrade
To upgrade MSC,
1.
Log on to the PM 5000 MSC card using a ftp server. For example, WS_FTP is
used here. Enter the Profile Name, Host Name/Address and User ID/Password. The user name is “target”. Figure 5-9 shows the general session properties screen on WS_FTP. Click OK.
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Figure 5-13
2.
General session page - MSC upgrade
Copy the following new Build files to the PM 5000 MSC Card in “/tffs0” folder.
Figure 5-14 displays this startup session page. Click on OK. The WS_FTP screen
opens.
Figure 5-14
Startup session page - MSC upgrade
3.
Select the Customer_CD\PacketMax directory, and click on the “bootrom”
folder and copy “bootrom_msc.bin” file to the “/tffs0” of the MSC Card.
4.
Go to the “msc” folder and copy “msc1_0_0.D” file to the “/tffs0” of the MSC
Card.
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5.
Go to the “wsc” folder and copy “wsc1_0_0.D” file to the “/tffs0” of the MSC
Card. Figure 5-15 shows the ftp screen, once the transfer is done.
6.
Click on the Close button and then click on the Exit button on the WS_FTP
client.
Figure 5-15
Ftp page - MSC upgrade
7.
Open the telnet session, by going on command prompt, to the PM 5000 MSC
card. Type “telnet Host Address”. For example, “telnet 10.226.0.5 5000” at the
C:/prompt.
8.
Click the Enter key. The vxWorks will prompt to enter the WSC card number
and the Login prompt will appear. The Login is “isp” and password is “isp”. The
PM 5000> command prompt will show up when login is successful.
9.
Program the MSC bootrom by typing “sysBootImangePut “tffso/
bootrom_wsc.bin” at the command prompt. The password prompted for is “otrepaotrepa”. Figure 5-16 displays the telnet session. A message shows “Are you
sure you want to continue (Y/N)”. Type Y. It may take a few minutes before
the process begins. Once its done, the command prompt PM5000> returns.
Verify that the MSC and WSC cards bootup using the appropriate software
images that were FTPed to the “/tffs0” directory of the MSC card.
10.
Type the command “nvramConfigChange”. Confirm that the “MSC Main” and
“WSC Main” image file names match those that were FTPed using the above
steps.
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Figure 5-16
Telnet page - MSC upgrade
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Event Reporting
The PacketMax equipment can be configured to report events by:
E-mail event messages.
SNMP traps.
Logging to a Syslog server.
A.1 PacketMax 5000 Dry Relay (Telco Port) Alarms
The Telco alarm is for external alarm connectivity that consists of a distinct dry contact
relay that corresponds to each alarm state. These are open or closed depending on
the state and are entirely under software control. The default is, no alarm state. This
includes both power off and power on, not the initialized state. Figure A-1 shows the
telco port.
Figure A-1
Telco Port and Alarm port on the MSC Card
Following are the electrical specifications:
The alarm signals are connected to a set of dry relays that should be capable
of carrying up to 75 VDC or 1 A with a maximum rating of 30 W/30 VA.
The reset inputs should be timed pulse inputs that are used to clear the minor
and major alarm states. (There is no reset for the critical state.) These reset
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inputs shall be optically isolated from the rest of the system. Reset is accomplished by asserting a voltage differential from 3.3 VDC to –48 VDC for
between 200ms and 300ms.
The supported voltage range shall be from 0 to –48VDC continuous, up to –
60VDC at a 50% duty cycle, and up to –72VDC at a 30% duty cycle. The current drawn by this input may be as high as 12mA with no damage resulting
from a reversal in polarity.
Table A-1
Pin Description of Telco
Pin
Description
Minor Reset+
Minor Reset+
Major Reset-
Major Reset-
Critical Alarm-NO
Critical Alarm-NC
Critical Alarm-Com
Minor Alarm-NO
Minor Alarm-NC
10
Minor Alarm-COM
11
Major Alarm-NO
12
Major Alarm-NC
13
Major Alarm-COM
14
Power Alarm-NO
15
Power Alarm-Com
A.2 PacketMax 5000 and PacketMax 100 Alarms
Table A-2 shows the MSC Alarms that are generated in the base station. Table A-3
shows the WSC Alarms that are generated in the base Station.
NOTE: Events are highlighted in brackets in the following tables.
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Table A-2
MSC related Alarms/Events in PM 5000
Alarm Type
Memory
Alarm Message in
EMS
/RAM0 Space Free: LOW
/RAM0 Space Free: NORMAL
Flash
/TFFS0 Space Free [Event]
/TFFS0 FS State
Cause and Description
Resolution
This indicates if there is a
problem with the memory in
the system.
Contact Aperto
This indicates that the flash
has a problem.
Contact Aperto
Msc Power Change
MSC Operational
MSC - POn .....
MSC - POff .....
WSC 1/Redundant MSC:
Link Ok
WSC 1/Redundant MSC:
Link Down
Indicates that MSC/WSC
Card is either inserted or
removed
Fan 1 Issue
EVENT: FAN-1 ShM: .....
This indicates Fan 1 is NOT
working. Replace the Fan
card.
Contact Aperto
Fan 2 Issue
EVENT: FAN-2 ShM: .....
This indicates that Fan 2
NOT working
Contact Aperto
Temperature
Change
EVENT: ROOM TEMP
CHANGE.....
Room or CPU Temperature is
either above or below acceptable levels
EVENT: CPU TEMP
CHANGE....
FTP Download Failure
CPE Name: , CPE
Mac Addr:
0xAA:0xBB:0xCC:0xDD:0x
EE:0xFF , CPE Id: :
Cfg File Not Found
System is not able to download configuration files from
the TFTP server.
Check network topology
CPE Name: , CPE
Mac Addr:
0xAA:0xBB:0xCC:0xDD:0x
EE:0xFF , CPE Id: :
CPE CFG File download
failed
MSC Cfg File Download
Success
MSC Cfg File Download
Failure
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MSC related Alarms/Events in PM 5000
Cfg File Parse Error
CPE Name: , CPE
Mac Addr:
0xAA:0xBB:0xCC:0xDD:0x
EE:0xFF , CPE Id: :
CPE CFG File Parse Failed
Version mismatch between
EMS & Base Station
Upgrade either the
device or EMS to
match the version.
All Tasks are not working
properly
Contact Aperto
One of the following on the
management port has
changed:
- Speed
- Mode
- Duplex
If not indicated, check
network
One of the following on the
management port has
changed:
- Speed
- Mode
- Duplex
Check network
One of the following
between the MSC-WSC has
changed:
- Speed
- Mode
- Duplex
Contact Aperto
CPE Name: , CPE
Mac Addr:
0xAA:0xBB:0xCC:0xDD:0x
EE:0xFF , CPE Id: :
CPE CFG File successfully
Parsed
MSC Cfg File Successfully
Parsed
MSC Cfg File Parse Error
Task Suspend
Task SUSP
System RAM: LOW
MSC Mgmt Port
Mode Change
Mgmt Port Link Status is UP
Mgmt Port Link Status is
DOWN
Link Up, Mgmt Port Operating in Full Duplex Mode
Link Up, Mgmt Port Operating in Full Duplex Mode
Link Up, Mgmt Port Operating at 100 Mbps
Link Up, Mgmt Port Operating at 10Mbps
MSC Backhaul Port
Mode Change
1G Backhaul Link Down
1G Backhaul Link Up
10/100 Backhaul Link Down
10/100 Backhaul Link Up
MSC-WSC Backplane Port Mode
changes
WSC 1/Redundant MSC
Link Down
WSC 1/Redundant MSC
Link Up
WSC  Link Down
WSC  Link Up
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Table A-3
WSC related Alarms/Events in PM5000
Alarm Type
WSC Card Status
Alarm Message in EMS
WSC Port No  has
NOT become operational
WSC  Down
Cause
Resolution
This alarm indicates that
WSC Card is operational
or Down.
WSC %d Connected [Event]
When the WSC becomes
operational, an event will
indicate this in the future
release.
WSC Power Change
WSC  : Info
WSC Card Power Change
Cookie Mismatch
Config Frame Params
COOKIE MISMATCH
 from WSC 
This happens when there
is an image mismatch
between components.
Image mismatch
between the components. Reinstall
Image
WSC Cfg File Download Error
WSC Cfg File Download Failure
Not able to download WSC
configuration file from the
TFTP server.
Check Network topology. Make sure that
TFTP server is accessible from Base Station
Config file is not generated
correctly.
Re-check your configuration.
WSC Cfg File Download
Success
WSC Cfg File Parse
Status
WSC Cfg File Parse Failure
WSC Configured Card
not Present
WSC Port No  is
Configured but NOT Present
WSC card is not available
in the chassis even though
it has been configured from
EMS.
Insert a WSC card.
Unconfigured WSC
Card Present
Unconfigured WSC Port No
 is Powered Up
This shows that an unconfigured WSC Card is
inserted
Configure WSC from
EMS.
WSC Card Not Powered
Configured WSC Port No
 is NOT Powered
Up
WSC Card is not working
properly
Hot Swap the WSC
card by removing and
re-inserting it back.
WSC Radio Link Status
Radio Link State is ON
[Event]
This indicates the status of
the Base Station Radio.
If Radio Link State is
OFF, check the RF
cable connection.
WSC Cfg File Successfully
Parsed
Radio Link State is OFF
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Table A-3
WSC related Alarms/Events in PM5000 (Continued)
Radio Cable Loss
Failed to initialize radio
power control
Cable Length is too long
Use shorter Cable
Length
Incorrect Frequency Programmed
Reconfigure the radio
& check radio
Users has powered off the
SS or the SS cannot talk to
the Base Station
Check SS configuration
Initialized radio power control
[Event]
Unable to compute cable
loss
Computed cable loss
Cable loss is too high
Cable loss detected  dB
Radio - Max Power not
reachable
Radio - Max power reachable
[Event]
Radio Not Reachable
Radio Reachable [Event]
Radio Frequency Error
Radio Frequency Configuration Error
Radio Frequency Properly
Configured [Event]
SS Added
SS %d Added On WSC Port
%d [Event]
SS Removed
SS %d Removed On WSC
Port %d
Table A-4
SS related Alarms
Alarm Type
Alarm Message
in EMS
Cause
Resolution
Ethernet Port Link
Change
SS Uplink Ethernet
Port Change
Change in Ethernet
settings
Check Network connections
Radio Frequency
Error
Radio Frequency
Configuration Error
Incorrect Frequency
Programmed
Reconfigure the radio
& check radio
Config file is not generated correctly.
Re-check your configuration.
Radio Frequency
Properly Configured
[Event]
Cfg File Parse Status
SS Cfg File Parse
Failure
SS Cfg File Successfully Parsed [Event]
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A.3 PacketMax 100 Events
Table A-5
CPE ID and Description
CPE ID
Description
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
SS Cfg File Not Found
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Not able to get CPE configuration file
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Invalid CPE CFG File, 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
CPE CFG File download failed"
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
CPE CFG File successfully Parsed "
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
CPE CFG File Parse Failed "
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
SS Added On WSC Port 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
S Removed On WSC Port 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Uplink Burst Profile Changed, Old Value , New Value 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Ranging Aborted
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Downlink Burst Profile Change, Old Value: , New Value: 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
REG_RSP FAILED
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
REG_RSP SUCCESS
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Sent SF request
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Basic Capabilities Mismatch, 
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Basic Capabilities Match between BS & SS
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Table A-5
CPE ID and Description
CPE ID
Description
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
DSA_REQ MAX Retries exceeded
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
DSA_RSP Re-Sent
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
MAX DSA RSP retries exceeded
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Registration Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
SS Authorization & Key Exchange Timeout
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Wait for DSA, DSC, DSD Response Timer
Expired,
CPE Mac Addr: CPE
Id:
Wait for Trasaction End Timer Expired
Table A-6
CPE Mac address and Description
CPE Mac Addr
Description
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for DSA/DSC Acknowledge Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Initial Ranging Success
CPE Mac Addr:
Ranging Aborted
CPE Mac Addr:
Re Range Request
CPE Mac Addr:
SS search for preamble Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for DCD Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for Broadcast Ranging Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for Ranging Response Reception Timer
expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for Unicast Ranging Opportunity Timer
expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for UCD descriptor Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
SS Wait for DL-MAP on given channel Timer
expired
CPE Mac Addr:
DBPC-REQ retry Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
RNG-REQ/DBPC-REQ retry Timer expired
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Table A-6
CPE Mac address and Description
CPE Mac Addr
Description
CPE Mac Addr:
DBPC-RSP reception Timer expired
CPE Mac Addr:
DSA_REQ MAX Retries exceeded
CPE Mac Addr:
DSA_RSP Re-Sent
CPE Mac Addr:
MAX DSA RSP retries exceeded
CPE Mac Addr:
SBC RSP received
CPE Mac Addr:
REG RSP received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSA REQ received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSA ACK received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSC REQ received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSC ACK received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSD REQ received
CPE Mac Addr:
DSD RSP received
CPE Mac Addr:
SBC REQ queued
CPE Mac Addr:
REG REQ queued
CPE Mac Addr:
Establishing provisioned connection
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for DSA, DSC, DSD Response Timer
Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for Trasaction End Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for DSA/DSC Acknowledge Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for Registration Response Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for registration response Timer expited
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for SBC-RSP Timer Expired
CPE Mac Addr:
Wait for SBC-RSP Timer Expired
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B
Command Line Interface (CLI)
Each Base Station Unit includes a simple command line interface (CLI) accessible
using Telnet via the RJ45 Connector and the front-panel RS-232 craft port. The CLI
is intended primarily for troubleshooting and debug use under direction of Aperto personnel.
Please Refer to PacketMax CLI Reference Manual, Rev B for further information on
the commands.
NOTE: CLI is not a supported management interface
B.1 Accessing the CLI
To access and use the Base Station Unit’s command line interface:
1.
Telnet to the Base Station Unit’s IP address, or connect directly to the RS-232
craft port.
2.
At the Login: prompt, enter ISP. (There is also a Debug logon level, which is
re-served for Aperto use.
NOTE: All CLI entries, including logon level and password, are case-sensitive.
3.
At the Password: prompt, enter the correct password for the specified logon
level.
NOTE: The default password is isp (case-sensitive). Passwords can be changed via
the WaveCenter Configuration Manager, SNMP, and the CLI.
4.
When the CLI# prompt appears, you are in the CLI.
5.
Figure B-1 shows sample CLI displays.
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Figure B-1
Examples of BS Command Line Interface (CLI)
B.2 Commands
PacketMax 5000 CLI commands are defined in Table B-1. All commands are casesensitive.
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2.2.1 Command Help
The CLI provides command help as follows:
For a list of commands, type ? (the ? will not appear on the screen; pressing
[Enter] is not necessary). The CLI will respond with a list of the available command groups.
To see the specific commands in a group, type the group name followed by
? (again, the ? will not appear, and pressing [Enter] is not necessary).
To display information about the use of a specific commands, including command parameters, enter the command followed by ?.
2.2.2 Command Entry
Commands can be entered all at once or in parts.
If a partial command is typed and [Enter] is pressed, the prompt will change to include
that partial command in parentheses. For example:
CLI# show
CLI(show)#
If a partial command is typed and ? is pressed, options for the next part of the command will be listed, and the prompt will change to include that partial command following #. For example:
CLI# show ?
In either case, the user then enters the rest of the desired command.
NOTE: When the prompt includes part of a command, typing [ctrl-Z] returns
the CLI to the top-level CLI# prompt.
Table B-1
Base Station Unit CLI Commands
Command
Function
config->dhcp> params
Configures DHCP params
config ->password
Configures the password
config ->mgmt ->vlan ->id
Configures the management VLAN ID
show ->dhcp ->params
Shows the DHCP params configured
show ->msc
Shows the status of the msc
show -> device->runningcfg- file -> msc/wsc/ss
This command doesn’t shows the config file on the screen,
But generates the config file in text format and stores in
“/ram0” directory
Reboot
reboot -> msc
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2.2.3 Error Messages
Error messages which may be returned by the BS CLI include the following:
Error: Bad Command — command has been entered incorrectly.
Error: Invalid Parameter — command parameter has been entered incorrectly.
Not applicable for BS — command applies to SS CLI only.
Passwords are not the same — when setting a password, two password
entries do not match.
NOTE: The highest priority in Aperto Networks’ system is passing of traffic.
The command line interface will be slow to respond if all bandwidth on the
ports is flooded. This will most likely happen in denial of service attacks from
the users and at the same time in the infrastructure. If the infrastructure is
clean from attacks, the CLI will be available.
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Cables, Spares and Accessories
This appendix provides complete Base Station products, accessories and cable
details for various PacketMax installation requirements.
C.1 PacketMax 5000 Products and Accessories
PacketMax Base Station IDU, cables, connector, Antennas and radio products and
their Part numbers are listed in Table C-1 toTable C-8.
C.2 Cable Assembly and Testing Accessories
Table C-8 identifies accessories that will simplify cable installation.
Table C-1
PacketMax 5000 Multi-Sector Base Station IDU - Factory Integrated Build-toorder Systems
Part Number
Product Description
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-DC2
PM 5000 CHASSIS - DC Power Option, NR
Includes: ATCA Chassis, CD-ROM, Fan Unit
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-AC
PM 5000 CHASSIS - AC Power Option, NR
Includes: ATCA Chassis, CD-ROM, Fan Unit, 1 AC Power Supply
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-AC2
PM 5000 CHASSIS - Dual AC Power Option, NR
Includes: ATCA Chassis, CD-ROM, Fan Unit, 2 AC Power Supplies
PM5000X-MSCC
PM 5000 Main System Controller Card - GBE Copper
Includes: Software License for 100 CPEs
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Table C-1
PacketMax 5000 Multi-Sector Base Station IDU - Factory Integrated Build-toorder Systems
PM5000X-WSC-S-24
PM 5000 WSC - Wireless System Controller, 24 Volt
PM5000-WSC-48
PM 5000 WSC - Wireless System Controller for QWC, 48 Volt
PM5000-QWC
PM 5000 QWC - Quad Wireless Controller
PW-PWR-01
AC Power Cord, North American
PW-PWR-02
AC Power Cord, EU(FR,DE,PL)
PW-PWR-03
AC Power Cord, EU(CL,IT)
PW-PWR-04
AC Power Cord, EU(UK,IE)
PW-PWR-05
AC Power Cord, Australia
PW-PWR-06
AC Power Cord, South Africa
Table C-2
PacketMax 5000 Multi-Sector Base Station IDU - A-LA-CARTE-SPARES
Part Number
Product Description
PM5000X-MSCC-SPARE
PM 5000 MSC Card - GBE Copper (10/100/1000), NR, SPARE
Includes: Software License for 100 CPEs
PM5000X-WSC-S-24-SPARE
PM 5000 WSC - Wireless System Controller, NR, SPARE
PA-FUSE-PM 5000
Replacement Fuse for PM 5000 IDU AC Chassis
Table C-3
PacketMax 5000 CPE Upgrade Licenses
Part Number
Product Description
CLK-PM5000-B
PM5000 Mode B, up to 200 CPE License
CLK-PM5000-C
PM5000 Mode C, up to 400 CPE License
CLK-PM5000-D
PM5000 Mode D, up to 800 CPE License
CLK-PM5000-E
PM5000 Mode E, up to 1200 CPE License
CLK-PM5000-F
PM5000 Mode F, up to product maximum CPE License
NOTE: Order the above CPE licenses along with the order for the IDU.
CLK-PM5000-A-B
PM5000 Mode A (100) to B (200) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-A-C
PM5000 Mode A (100) to C (400) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-A-D
PM5000 Mode A (100) to D (800) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-A-E
PM5000 Mode A (100) to E (1200) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-A-F
PM5000 Mode A (100) to F (product max) CPE License Upgrade
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Table C-3
PacketMax 5000 CPE Upgrade Licenses
Part Number
Product Description
CLK-PM5000-B-C
PM5000 Mode B (200) to C (400) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-B-D
PM5000 Mode B (200) to D (800) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-B-E
PM5000 Mode B (200) to E (1200) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-B-F
PM5000 Mode B (200) to F (product max) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-C-D
PM5000 Mode C (400) to D (800) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-C-E
PM5000 Mode C (400) to E (1200) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-C-F
PM5000 Mode C (400) to F (product maximum) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-D-E
PM5000 Mode D (800) to E (1200) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-D-F
PM5000 Mode D (800) to F (product maximum) CPE License Upgrade
CLK-PM5000-E-F
PM5000 Mode E (1200) to F (product maximum) CPE License Upgrade
NOTE: These CPE licenses are ordered after the IDU has shipped (and perhaps
installed). Be sure to include the MAC address GBE Ethernet Backhaul Ethernet
Port on the MSC Card.
Table C-4
PacketMax Base Station Radios (for PM5000)
Part Number
Product Description
PM-BSR-35X
PacketMAX 3.4-3.6GHz, Base Station Radio
PM-BSR-33X
PacketMAX 3.3-3.4GHz, Base Station Radio
PM-BSR-58
PacketMAX 5.8 GHz Base Station Radio
Table C-5
PacketMax Base Station Antennas
Part Number
Product Description
PWA3500D-60
3.4-3.7 GHz 16 Dbi, 60 Deg., Dual Polarization
PWA3500D-90
3.4-3.7 GHz 16 Dbi, 90 Deg., Dual Polarization
PWA3300D-60
3.3-3.8 GHz 16 Dbi, 60 Deg., Dual Polarization
PWA3300D-90
3.3-3.8 GHz 16 Dbi, 90 Deg., Dual Polarization
PWA3500V-360
3.4-3.7 GHz 10 Dbi, 360 Deg, Vertical Polarization
PWA3300V-360
3.3-3.6 GHz 10 Dbi, 360 Deg, Vertical Polarization
PWA3500V-90
3.3-3.8 GHz 16 dBi, 90 Deg., Vertical Polarization
PWA3500V-120
3.3-3.8 GHz 13 dBi, 120 Deg, Vertical Polarization
PWA5800D-60
5.15-5.875 GHz, 16 dBi, 60 Deg, Dual Polarization
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Table C-5
PacketMax Base Station Antennas
Part Number
Product Description
PWA5800D-90
5.25-5.875 GHz, 16 dBi, 90 Deg, Dual Polarization
PWA5800V-360
5.725-5.875 GHz, 12 dBi, 360 Deg, Vertical Polarization
C.3
PacketMax Base Station Spares and Accessories
Table C-6
Cable Specs
Part Number
Product Description
PA-RFCABLE-03
RF Cable, BSR Radio to Antenna, Type N Male to N Male, LMR600, 36in
Recommendation: Order one RF Cable Per Base Station Radio
PA-CABLE-LMR400-01
LMR 400-75 Cable, 1000ft reel
PA-CABLE SERIAL-RJ 11DB9
Cable, Serial, RJ11 to DB 9, PacketMax 5000 IDU, MSC
PA-CONN-LMR400-F
Connector for LMR400-75 Cable, Female F Type
PA-TOOLS-LMR400
Cable Install Kit,LMR400-75 Crimp Tool, Cable Prep and Debugging Tool
PM-BSR-MOUNT
Pole mounting bracket for Base Station Radio.
PA-CABLE-LMR400-01
IF Cable, outdoor rated high quality coax, 1000 feet
PA-CONN-LMR400-F
F-Type Connectors, one connector, two needed for IF Cable
Table C-7
PacketMAX Surge Protectors
Part Number
PA-SP-OUTDOOR-08
Product Description
PacketMAX IF / Coax Surge Protector Kit (two needed), Protects BSR and
IDU at IF Port
Includes: 2 Surge Protectors and 2 Grounding Cables
PS-SP-OUTDOOR-09
Optional item (sold separately)
RF / Coax Surge Protector (one needed), Protects BSR at Antenna Port
NOTE: RF Surge Protector required for OMNI
Antenna.
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Table C-8
PacketMAX 5000 IDU Spare Parts
Part Number
Product Description
PM5000-CHASSIS-AC
PM 5000 AC Chassis (with Fan Unit)
Note: Does not include an AC power supply
PM5000-AC-220-1
PM 5000 AC Power Supply, SPARE
PM5000-FAN-1
PM 5000 Fan Unit Module (w/filter and filter carrier), SPARE
PM5000-FANFILTER-10PK
PM 5000 Fan Air Filter (10 pack)
PM5000-FRONTPANEL
PM 5000 Front Panel Filler Panel
PM5000-FRONTPANEL-5PK
PM 5000 Front Panel Filler Panel (5 pack)
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System Specifications
This appendix provides complete system specifications, such as the following:
Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 12 sector
Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 4 sector
QoS and Networking Parameters
Dimensions and Weight
Radio Specifications
Transmit Output Power Regulations
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D.1 Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 12 sector
Table D-1
Device
PM 5000
Chassis
MSC Copper
MSCF
Fiber Card
Specifications for Interfaces of PM 5000- 12 sector
Interface Type
Interface Spec / Standard
Connector Type
and Spec
DC Power Input
DC Power Input
Recommended Operating Range: -43 to -58 Volts
Absolute Maximum Range:
-36 to -72 Volts
Qty=2, 3-Pin Terminal
Block
AC Power Input
AC Power Input, 100 to 240V VAC Volts, 50 to 60Hz
IED 320 CONNECTOR
Backhaul - Data
“1000 Base-T”
1000 Base-T, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3, Auto Sense, MDI/
MDI-X
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,600 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Backhaul - Data
“100 Base-T””
100 Base-T, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,600 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Main Management
“10/100 Base-T”
100/10 Base-T, Ethernet
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,548 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Main Management “RS 232”
Serial RS232
RJ11
SYNC
"Main"
Main Sync Input, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz,
TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
SYNC
"PW1000 Out"
Main Sync Output, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz,
TTL Voltage Levels
Use this port to Daisy Chain to Another PM5000 Unit or
Future PM3000 device.
Note: This port is also reserved for synchronization
with PacketWave 1000/760 (future possible feature),
Pulse Per Frame (PPF) format.
BNC, Output, Male,
50 Ohm
EXT. CLK “IN”
10 MHz Clock Input, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
EXT. CLK “OUT”
10 MHz Clock Output, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Output Male,
50 Ohm
SHELF MANAGER “TELCO”
Dry Relay Alarm Ports
Mini Sub-D, 15 Pin,
Female
SHELF MANAGER “10-Base
T”
10 Base-T, Ethernet
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
RJ45 (Shielded)
SHELF MANAGER “RS 232”
Serial RS232 Port
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
Audi Jack, Female,
3.5mm
BACKHAUL
“1000BaseFX”
1000 BaseFX, Ethernet
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,600 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
LC-Type, Multi-Mode,
850 nm
Maximum Fiber
Cable Length:
- 275 meters for 62.5/
125 um fiber cable
- 550 meters for 50/
125 um fiber cable
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Table D-1
Specifications for Interfaces of PM 5000- 12 sector
MAIN MANAGEMENT
“100-BaseT”
100/10 Base-T, Ethernet
Maximum IP Packet Size:
1,548 bytes (including the Ethernet Header and
excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
MAIN MANAGEMENT
“RS232”
Serial RS232
RJ11
SYNC
“Main”
Main Sync Input, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz,
TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
SYNC
“PW1000 Out”
Main Sync Output, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz,
TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Output, Male,
50 Ohm
Use this port to Daisy Chain to Another PM5000 Unit or
Future PM3000 device.
EXT. CLK
“IN”
10 MHz External Clock Input, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
EXT. CLK
“OUT”
10 MHz External Clock Output, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Output Male,
50 Ohm
SHELF MANAGER
“TELCO”
Dry Relay Alarm Ports
Mini Sub-D, 15 Pin,
Female
SHELF MANAGER
“10-BaseT”
10 Base-T, Ethernet
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
RJ45 (Shielded)
SHELF MANAGER
“RS232”
Serial RS232 Port
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
Audio Jack, Female,
3.5mm
WSC-48
IF
IF Port for Connection to Base Station Radio
20 MHz Reference Signal
70 MHz IF Signal
260 and 420 MHz Telemetry
52 Volt DC Output Voltage
Type-F, Male, 75
Ohm
Maximum IF Cable
Length:
LMR200-75 100
Meters
LMR240-75 150
Meters
LMR400-75 250
Meters
LMR600-75 350
Meters
“LMR” is a specific
brand of cable
WSC-S-24
IF
IF Port for Connection to Base Station Radio
20 MHz Reference Signal
70 MHz IF Signal
260 and 420 MHz Telemetry
24 Volt DC Output Voltage
Type-F, Male, 75
Ohm
Maximum IF Cable
Length:
LMR200-75 100
Meters
LMR240-75 150
Meters
LMR400-75 250
Meters
LMR600-75 350
Meters
“LMR” is a specific
brand of cable
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Table D-1
Base Station Radio
Specifications for Interfaces of PM 5000- 12 sector
Antenna
RF Antenna Port
Type-N, Female, 50
Ohm
IF
IF Port (70 MHz IF Signal and 24 Volt DC Output Voltage)
Type-F, Male, 75
Ohm
Maximum IF Cable
Length:
LMR600/Heliax 250
Meters
LMR400 200 Meters
Management
Serial Management Port
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
Mini Sub-D, 9 Pin
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D.2 Physical interfaces of PM 5000 - 4 sector
Table D-2
Device
PM 5000
Chassis
PM 5000
MSC Card
WSC Card
Specifications for Interfaces of 4 Sector BS
Interface
Type
Interface Spec / Standard
Connector Type
and Spec
DC Power
Input
DC Power Input
Recommended Operating Range(1): -43 to -58 Volts
Absolute Maximum Range(2):
-36 to -72 Volts
Qty=2, 3-Pin Terminal
Block
AC Power
Input
AC Power Input, 100 to 240V VAC Volts, 50 to 60 Hz
IED 320 CONNECTOR
Backhaul Data “1000
Base-T”
1000 Base-T, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3, Auto Sense, MDI/MDIX
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,600 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Backhaul Data “100
Base-T””
100 Base-T, Ethernet, IEEE 802.3
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,600 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Main Management
“10/100
Base-T”
100/10 Base-T, Ethernet
Maximum IP Packet Size: 1,548 bytes (including the
Ethernet Header and excluding the FCS)
RJ45 (Shielded)
Main Management “RS
232”
Serial RS232
RJ11
SYNC
"Main"
Main Sync Input, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz, TTL
Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
SYNC
"PW1000
Out"
Main Sync Output, Pulse-Per-Second (PPS), 1 Hertz, TTL
Voltage Levels
Use this port to Daisy Chain to Another PM5000 Unit or
Future PM3000 device.
Note: This port is also reserved for synchronization with
PacketWave 1000/760 (future possible feature), Pulse Per
Frame (PPF) format.
BNC, Output, Male,
50 Ohm
EXT. CLK “IN”
10 MHz Clock Input, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Input, Male, 50
Ohm
EXT. CLK
“OUT”
10 MHz Clock Output, TTL Voltage Levels
BNC, Output Male,
50 Ohm
SHELF MANAGER
“TELCO”
Dry Relay Alarm Ports
Mini Sub-D, 15 Pin,
Female
SHELF MANAGER “10Base T”
10 Base-T, Ethernet
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
RJ45 (Shielded)
SHELF MANAGER “RS
232”
Serial RS232 Port
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
Audi Jack, Female,
3.5mm
IF
IF Port, 70 MHz
24 V Output Voltage
Type-F, Male, 75
Ohm
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Table D-2
Specifications for Interfaces of 4 Sector BS (Continued)
Base Station Radio
Antenna
RF Antenna Port
Type-N, Female, 50
Ohm
IF
IF Port (70 MHz IF Signal and 24 Volt DC Output Voltage)
Type-F, Male, 75
Ohm
Maximum IF Cable
Length:
LMR600/Heliax 250
Meters
LMR400 200 Meters
Management
Serial Management Port
Not Supported, For Internal Use Only
Mini Sub-D, 9 Pin
4.2.0.1 Operation
Table D-3
Operation Specifications
Data Rates
384 kbps to 10 Mbps; Bursts up to 20 Mbps
Frequency Bands
3.3 - 3.6 GHz
Duplexing Mode
Time Division Duplexing (TDD)
Error Control
Advanced MAC-layer ARQ; Reed Solomon FEC with variable block length and correction factor.
4.2.0.2 Power Requirements
AC Option: 100 to 240 V AC, 47 to 63 Hz
DC Option:
Recommended Operating Range(1):
-43 to -58 Volts
Absolute Maximum Range(2):
-36 to -72 Volts
Stresses beyond those listed under “absolute maximum ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional operation of
the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under “recommended operating conditions” is not implied. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated
conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
Power consumption for the PacketMax 5000 base station is a function of the number
of provisioned MSC cards (backhaul) as well as provisioned WSC (channel elements).
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D.3 QoS and Networking Parameters
Table D-4
QoS Parameters
QoS Parameters
PM 5000
PM 100
512
n/a (not applicable)
128,000
1024
n/a
896
64 rules for each of the 14
interfaces (12 wireless, 1
backhaul, 1 management)
64
32 rules for each interfaces
(1 wireless, 1 ethernet)
Max User Service Flows (unidirectional) per SS
Unmanaged SS
15
Max User Service Flows (unidirectional) per SS
Managed SS
14
Max User Service Flows per Wireless Sector
Unidirectional, Unmanaged
7,680
n/a
Max User Service Flows per Wireless Sector
Unidirectional, Managed
7,168
n/a
Max QoS Classifiers per Wireless Sector (WSC)
8,000
n/a
Max QoS Classifiers per BSU
96,000
n/a
Max QoS Classifiers per SS - Downstream
16
n/a
Max QoS Classifiers per SS - Upstream
n/a
128
Max QoS Classifiers per Service Flow
16
16
4094
(1 to 4094 usable)
n/a
Max # of VLAN Classifier Rules Per SS
n/a
64
Max # of Concurrent VLAN's Per SS
n/a
16
Maximum CPE's Per BSU Wireless Sector
Maximum MAC Addresses (Bridging and VLAN)
Max Service Classes per BSU
Max IP Filter Rules
Max # of VLANs Per BSU
4.3.0.1 Networking
Table D-5
Networking Parameters
Protocols
- Variable-length Subnet Mask (VLSM)
QoS
ToS
Service Classes
- CBR (Constant bit rate)
- Classless Internet Domain Routing
(CIDR)
- CIR (Committed information rate)
- VLAN
- BE (Best effort)
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4.3.0.2 Management
- Centralized management via Element Management System
- Embedded web agent supporting SNMP and CLI interfaces
- SNMP (RFC 1157), MIB II (RFC 1213), Aperto private MIB,
Wimax-IF-MIB (objects for 802.16 based SS and BS)
- Software upgrades through TFTP
D.4 Dimensions and Weight
Table D-6
Dimensions and Weight
Base Station IDU and BSR Part Numbers
Weight
(Lbs / Kg)
Dimensions
(inches)
Dimensions
(millimeters)
PM5000-BASE-CHASSIS-DC2
27 / 12.2
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000-BASE-CHASSIS-AC
30 / 13.6
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000-BASE-CHASSIS-AC2
33 / 15
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000-MSCC
5 / 2.3
12.6 x 11.75 x 1.3
320 x 298 x 33
PM5000-WSC-S-24
5 / 2.3
12.6 x 11.75 x 1.3
320 x 298 x 33
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-DC2
27 / 12.2
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-AC
30 / 13.6
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000X-BASE-CHASSIS-AC2
33 / 15
19 x 17 x 8.6
482 x 431 x 218
PM5000X-MSCC
5 / 2.3
12.6 x 11.75 x 1.3
320 x 298 x 33
PM5000-AC-220
3 / 1.4
11 x 5.5 x 1.6
279 x 140 x 41
PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-33X
10 / 4.5
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
298 x 298 x 70
PM-BSR-35 and PM-BSR-35X
10 / 4.5
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
298 x 298 x 70
PM-BSR-58
10 / 4.5
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
298 x 298 x 70
D.5 Environmental
Table D-7
Environmental Parameters
PacketMAX 5000 IDU
PacketMAX 5000 ODU
0 degC to 40 degC, 10% to 90% relative humidity
-45 degC to 60 degC, 0% to 100% relative humidity, Ingress Protection
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D.6 Radio Specifications
4.6.1 PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSR-35 Radio Specifications
For Aperto Part Numbers PM-BSR-33(X) [ 3.3-3.4GHz Base Station Radio] and PMBSR-35 (X) [3.4-3.6GHz, Base Station Radio] following are the detailed specifications.
4.6.1.1 General Specifications
Table D-8
BSR General Specifications
General Specifications
Frequency Range
3.300 to 3.400 GHz and 3.400 to 3.600 GHz
Channel Bandwidth
3.0, 3.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 7.0 MHz
Antenna Port Return Loss
10 db
Access Method
TDD
4.6.1.2 Transmitter Specifications
Table D-9
Transmitter Specifications
Transmitter Specifications
Output Power [Guaranteed (avg Pout)]
- QPSK3/4 - 20 dBm
- 16 QAM3/4 - 20 dBm
- 64 QAM3/4 - 20 dBm
Frequency Step Size
250kHz
Transmit Power Accuracy
+/-1dB @ Max output power
+/-3dB over full range.
Manual SW TX Attenuation
30dB
Frequency Stability
+- 4 ppm
Phase noise
@ 10 KHz offset, -85 dBc/Hz
@ 100 KHz offset, -100 dBc/Hz
@ 1 MHz offset -105 dBc/Hz
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4.6.1.3 Receiver Specifications
Receiver Specifications
Rx Input Dynamic Range
65 dB
Max Rx Input Power, Operational
-30dBm
Max. Rx Input Power, No Damage
0dBm
Phase noise
@ 10 KHz offset, -85 dBc/Hz
@ 100 KHz offset, -100 dBc/Hz
@ 1 MHz offset -105 dBc/Hz
Rx Noise Figure
@ Hi signal input (-30 dBm) 36 dB
@ Lo signal input (-70 dBm) 4.5 dB
4.6.1.4 Sensitivity (dBm @ BER 10-6)For 3.5 MHz, 5.5 MHz, and 7.0
MHz
Table D-10
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
3.5 MHz
5.5 MHz
7.0 MHz (Future)
QPSK-1/2
-92.1
-90.0
-89.0
QPSK-3/4
-89.6
-87.5
-86.5
16QAM-1/2
-86.6
-86.6
-83.5
16QAM-3/4
-83.1
-81.0
-80.0
64QAM-2/3
79.1
-77.0
-76.0
64QAM-3/4
-77.1
-76.0
-74.0
4.6.1.5 Minimum Interference Adjacent Channel Interference (ACI)
Table D-11
Channel Interference
1st Adjacent Channel
2nd Adjacent Channel
16QAM-3/4
13dB
32dB
64QAM-3/4
6dB
25dB
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4.6.1.6 Electrical and Mechanical
Table D-12
General Electrical and Mechanical Specifications
General Specifications
Power Consumption
30 Watts
IF Frequency
70 MHz
Connectors (IF)
Female Type-F
Connectors (Antenna)
Female Type-N
Pole Mount Dimension (Max / Min)
2.5 inches to 4.5 inches
Table D-13
BSR Dimensions
Base Station IDU and BSR Part
Numbers
Weight
(Lbs / Kg)
Dimensions
(inches)
Dimensions
(millimeters)
PM-BSR-33 and PM-BSRX-33
10 / 4.5
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
298 x 298 x 70
PM-BSR-35 and PM-BSRX-35
10 / 4.5
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
298 x 298 x 70
4.6.1.7 Input DC Voltage Range
Table D-14
Input DC Voltage Range
BSR Part Number
Input DC Voltage Range
BSR-33X
18-36 VDC
BSR-35X
18-36 VDC
BSR- 35X-48
18-54 VDC
BSR-33
18-54 VDC
BSR-35
18-54 VDC
WARNING:
The IF port on the PM 3000 outputs 52 Volts DC to power the base
station radio. It is important that only the radios mentioned in the table
are used with the PM 3000; because, these radios support the higher
DC voltage input range. The usage of radios that only support up to
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24 V DC input, like BSR-33X or BSR-35X, with the PM 3000 can
result in severe damage to the radio.
4.6.1.8 Environment
Table D-15
Environment Specifications
Operating Temperature
-35 C TO 60 C
Storage Temperature
-40 C to 125C
Storage and Transit Altitude
ASTM D6653
Relative Humidity
0% - 100 %
Operating Altitude
10,000 feet
Wind
125mph
Water
IP65
Humidity
5 ~ 95%
Dust
IP65
Salt
MIL-STD-883E/3% @23C for 96hrs
Transit and Vibration
ASTM D3580
Spurrious Emissions
IAW CEPT/ERC/REC 74-01E
Safety Standards
EN 609501-1: 2002
EMI Standards
EN300 385[14], Class A
4.6.2 PM-BSR-58 Radio Specifications
For Aperto Part Numbers PM-BSR-58 [ 5.8 GHz Base Station Radio], following are
the detailed specifications.
4.6.2.9 General Specifications
Table D-16
General Specifications
Frequency Range
5727 to 5848 MHz (FCC only devices)
Note: World SKU of the BSR is 5725 to 5925 MHz.
Channel Bandwidth
3.5, 5.0, and 7.0 MHz
Antenna Port Return Loss
10 db
Access Method
TDD
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4.6.2.10 Transmitter Specifications
Table D-17
Transmitter Specifications
Output Power [Guaranteed (avg Pout)]
- BPSK -20dBm
- QPSK3/4 - 20 dBm
- 16 QAM3/4 - 20 dBm
- 64 QAM3/4 - 20 dBm
Frequency Step Size
500kHz
Transmit Power Accuracy
+/-1dB @ Max output power
+/-3dB over full range.
Manual SW TX Attenuation
30dB
Frequency Stability
+- 4 ppm
Phase noise
@ 10 KHz offset, -82 dBc/Hz
@ 100 KHz offset, -96 dBc/Hz
@ 1 MHz offset -105 dBc/Hz
4.6.2.11 Receiver Specifications
Table D-18
Receiver Specifications
Receiver Specifications
Rx Input Dynamic Range
60 dB
Max Rx Input Power, Operational
-35dBm
Max. Rx Input Power, No Damage
0dBm
Phase noise
@ 10 KHz offset, -85 dBc/Hz
@ 100 KHz offset, -100 dBc/Hz
@ 1 MHz offset -105 dBc/Hz
Rx Noise Figure
@ Hi signal input (-30 dBm) 36 dB
@ Lo signal input (-70 dBm) 8 dB
4.6.2.12 Receiver Sensitivity (dBm @ BER 10-6): for 3.5 MHz, 5.5 MHz
and 7.0 MHz
Table D-19
Receiver Sensitivity
Modulation
3.5 MHz
5.0 MHz
5.5 MHz
7.0 MHz
BPSK-1/2
-92
-98
-90.0
-94.0
QPSK-1/2
-89
-96.2
-87.0
-92.4
QPSK-3/4
-86
-94.3
-84.5
-89.1
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Modulation
3.5 MHz
5.0 MHz
5.5 MHz
7.0 MHz
16QAM-1/2
-83
-90.5
-81.5
-86.6
16QAM-3/4
-80
-87.4
-78.0
-82.3
64QAM-2/3
-76
-83.6
-74.0
-78.2
64QAM-3/4
-74
-81.4
-73.0
-73.7
4.6.2.13 Minimum Interference Adjacent Channel Interference (ACI)
Table D-20
Channel Interference
1st Adjacent Channel
2nd Adjacent Channel
16QAM-3/4
13dB
32dB
64QAM-3/4
6dB
25dB
4.6.2.14 Electrical and Mechanical
Table D-21
General Specifications
General Specifications
Power Consumption
30 Watts
IF Port Frequencies
70 MHz Reference SIgnal, 30 MHz Signal, 280+420
Telemetry signal.
Connectors (IF)
Female Type-F
Connectors (Antenna)
Female Type-N
Pole Mount Dimension (Max / Min)
2.5 inches to 4.5 inches
Input DC Voltage Range
18-54 VDC
Table D-22
5.8 GHz BSR Dimensions
Base Station IDU and BSR Part
Numbers
PM-BSR-58
Weight
(Lbs / Kg)
10 / 4.5
WARNING:
Dimensions
(inches)
11.75 x 11.75 x 2.75
Dimensions
(millimeters)
298 x 298 x 70
The IF port on the PM 3000 outputs 52 Volts DC to power the base
station radio. It is important that only the radios mentioned in the table
are used with the PM 3000; because, these radios support the higher
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DC voltage input range. The usage of radios that only support up to
24 V DC input, like BSR-33X or BSR-35X, with the PM 3000 can
result in severe damage to the radio.
4.6.2.15 Environmental
Table D-23
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
-35 C TO 60 C
Storage Temperature
-40 C to 125C
Storage and Transit Altitude
ASTM D6653
Relative Humidity
0% - 100 %
Operating Altitude
10,000 feet
Wind
125mph
Water
IP65
Humidity
5 ~ 95%
Dust
IP65
Salt
MIL-STD-883E/3% @23C for 96hrs
Transit and Vibration
ASTM D3580
Spurrious Emissions
IAW CEPT/ERC/REC 74-01E
Safety Standards
EN 609501-1: 2002
EMI Standards
EN300 385[14], Class A
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4.6.3 Antenna Specifications
Table D-24
Antenna Specifications
Part Numbers
PWA3500V-90 (sector 90º)
PWA3300D-60 (sector60º)
PWA3300D-90 (sector 90º)
PWA3500V-120 (sector 120º)
PWA3500V-360 (sector 360º )
PWA3300V-360 (sector 360º)
Parameter
Specification
Frequency range
3.3-3.8 GHz
Nominal Gain
16dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
90º
7º
Polarization
Vertical
Frequency range
3.3-3.8 GHz
Nominal Gain
16 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
60º
8º
Polarization
Dual
Frequency range
3.3-3.8 GHz
Nominal Gain
15.5 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
90º
8º
Polarization
Dual
Country
US
Frequency range
3.3-3.8 GHz
Nominal Gain
13 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
120º
7º
Polarization
Vertical
Frequency range
3.4-3.7 GHz
Nominal Gain
10 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
360º
9º
Polarization
Vertical
Frequency range
3.3-3.6 GHz
Nominal Gain
10 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
360º
9º
Polarization
Vertical
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Table D-24
Antenna Specifications
PWA5800D-60 (sector 60º)
PWA5800D-90 (sector 90º)
PWA5800V-360 (sector 360º)
Frequency range
5.725 - 5.875 GHz
Maximum Gain
16 dBi (>17dBi typical)
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
60º
10º
Polarization
Dual
Frequency range
5.725 - 5.875 GHz
Maximum Gain
16 dBi (>17dBi typical)
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
90º
8º
Polarization
Dual
Frequency range
5.725 - 5.875 GHz
Maximum Gain
12 dBi
Beamwidth:
Azimuth
Elevation
360º
4.8º
Polarization
Vertical
D.7 Antenna Types, Maximum Gains and Maximum
Output Power Point to Multipoint Operation
Table D-25
Antenna Type
Maximum Pout, Point to Multi-Point Operation
Antenna Gain
3 and 5 MHz
Channels
5 MHz
Channels
7 MHz
Channels
Omni
13 dBi
22 dBm
20.7 dBm
19.7 dBm
Panel
16.5 dBi
20 dBm
20 dBm
19.7 dBm
31 dBi
5.5 dBm
5.5 dBm
5.5 dBm
60 Degree Sector
16.5 dBi
20.0 dBm
20.5 dBm
19.7 dBm
90 Degree Sector
16 dBi
20.5 dBm
20.5 dBm
19.7 dBm
120 Degree Sector
14 dBi
22 dBm
20.5 dBm
19.7 dBm
Parabolic Dish
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D.8 Transmit Output Power Regulations
While setting the transmit output power, professional must ensure that they do not
exceed the maximum EIRP limit prevalent in the countries of their operation. Transmit
Output Power can be adjusted via the WSS Configuration window of the WaveCenter EMS Pro. For more information on WSS configuration, refer to Configuring a
Wireless Subscriber Sector (WSS) section of the WaveCenter EMS Pro User Manual.
The following table lists the EIRP limits for various countries:
EIRP Limit (dBm)
Band
US/Canada
EU
902-928 MHz
36
NA
2.4 - 2.4835 GHz - Point-to-Multipoint
36
20
2.4 - 2.4835 GHz - Point-to-Point
When G < 6:36
20
When G ≥ 6 , use the following
equation:
G–6
36 – ------------3
5.15 - 5.25 GHz
23
23
5.25 - 5.35 GHz
30
23
5.47 - 5.725 GHz
30
30
5.725 - 5.850 GHz - Point-to-Multipoint
36
14
5.725 - 5.850 GHz - Point-to-Point
No Limit
14
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E
Certifications
E.1 PacketMax 5000 Wimax Forum Certificate
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E.2 X509 Crypto License
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* This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as
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Troubleshooting
F.1 Troubleshooting Issues and Tips
Table E-A lists symptoms/problems, the meaning of the problem, and any corrective
action that should be taken.
Table F-1
Troubleshooting Problems and Corrective Actions
SYMPTOM/PROBLEM
WHAT IT MAY MEAN
WHAT TO DO
Subscriber Station
Subscriber Station is having
issues synching up with Base
Station
Incorrect Frequency
Incorrect Channel Width
Check AIM has the correct values for
all these factors and if they are correct,
then check the settings in WSS config
file, in EMS.
Incorrect BS ID
BS wireless port is not operational.
SS is not receiving IP address
from the EMS server.
The SS is out of range from the BS and
is not able to receive any signal from
the BS.
Move the SS to a different location and
try again.
The EMS Server may not have the correct reservation for the SS.
Check the MAC address which might
be wrong.
The EMS Server may be not operational.
Check the EMS server on the machine
on which it was installed and confirm if
the process is running.
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Table F-1
Troubleshooting Problems and Corrective Actions (Continued)
SS cannot register all its
service flow.
If the number of SSs registering
exceeds the number of supported SSs
configure in the BS.
Move the SS to another sector.
If the SS’s configuration file specifies a
larger number of Classifiers.
Reduce number of Classifiers.
The SS’s configuration file specifies
Service Flows for which the BS does
not have any reserved bandwidth.
Install more capacity or move the SS
another sector.
Base Station
MSC does not get an IP
address from EMS.
Wrong Mac address
Check the Mac address of the port that
you have connected to matches the
Mac address in EMS.
Verify the correct Mac address using
the “showmsc” command (CLI Reference manual).
Base Station and EMS are not on the
same network.
Check the EMS and BS are on the
same collision domain/same layer 2
subnet.
More than one dhcp in the server.
Check dhcp and make sure that there
is only one dhcp in the server.
Radio does not initialize
WSC and BSR are not connected properly.
Check to see if the cable is properly
connected to the WSC and BSR.
Check to see it meets the distance and
cabling specifications listed in this manual. Use a known good WSC or BSR to
isolate the failing portion.
TFTP failure
Config files are not in the right location
and Backend Server is still running.
Point config files to the right location.
No DHCP entry
Using third party DHCP and TFTP and
while adding SS and BS the DHCP
entry will not be created.
Users have to manually create DHCP
entry.
LED sequence unclear
Shelf Manager- WSC
OOS LED - Does not indicate
red
Indicates red, only when the system is
out of service.
Minor LED -Does not indicate
orange color.
This LED indicates an orange color
only when something is not working
and there is a minor alarm.
Link LED- Does not show
solid green light.
This could imply that the WSC is not initialized
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Wait till the OOS LED turns red. This
implies the card is safe to remove.
Check if WSC is initialized
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LED sequence unclear
Synchronization- MSC
Master LED- Does not show
green
The card is not inserted fully or properly.
Check if the card is inserted properly.
Since there is one MSC now, this
should always show green. When
there are multiple Base Stations there
would be a master and a slave. In that
case, master card will be green and the
slave will be blinking green.
Sync LED - Green
There is no synchronization of base
stations.
Indicates OFF if MSC is not in sync and
solid green if MSC is in sync. The Master mode and the standby mode is
blinking green.
Ext. Clk LED - Green
No external clk is connected. (OFF)
Connects the external 10MHz reference source for PacketMax
signalling. (ON)
LED sequence unclear
OOS LED - Red
Check the sync cable connected to the
cables.
Check that the external clock is up and
running. Check cable connection
between clock and sync port.
Shelf Manager - MSC
The card is not safe to remove.
Indicates red, only when the system is
out of service. Out of service indicates
red when the shelf manager detects
that there is a problem. For example,
the power is missing or the MSC card
has functionality issues.
Remove the card only when OOS
shows red. This indicates that the card
it is safe to remove.
Minor LED - Does not indicate
orange
This LED indicates an orange color
only when something is not working
and there is a minor alarm.
Pwr LED - If the Power LED is
not blinking green
This is Power LED. Green indicates
normal power. Off indicates no power.
Check the power supply and look at the
fault manager in EMS. This could also
mean that the IF card is bad.
H/S LED - Does not show
blue LED.
This LED indicates hot swap (blue in
color).
Holding the ejectors at both ends of the
cards will initiate a H/S LED to come
on.
Bootrom is at a higher version or is
incompatible with the firmware.
Upgrade the bootrom after upgrading
the firmware. BS should be operational
with the new firmware, before programming the bootrom of the BS.
Ensure the upgrade procedure of the
Base Station is done properly, as in the
Upgrade Base Station Instructions.
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