GS Instech GRS-1915DC-SPR Repeater User Manual GRS 1915D SPR Manual 09 01 30

GS Instruments Co., Ltd. Repeater GRS 1915D SPR Manual 09 01 30

Users Manual

                                3G Indoor Repeater GRS-1915D-SPR User Manual January, 2009Version 0.1
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   2- INDEX - 1. SUMMARY................................................................................... 3 2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......................................................... 5 2.1 3G Indoor Repeater Service Network Configuration............... 5 2.2 System Design and Operation.................................................. 6 2.2.1 System Design........................................................................... 6 2.2.2 Downlink/Uplink Path ................................................................. 9 2.2.3 Frequency Selection................................................................. 10 3. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 11 3.1 System Capacity..................................................................... 11 3.2 System Specifications ............................................................ 12 3.3 Electrical and Environmental Specifications.......................... 12 3.4 Functions................................................................................ 13 4. SETUP....................................................................................... 15 4.1. Equipment Needed for 3G Indoor Repeater Setup ............... 15 4.1.1 Checkpoints before turning on the Repeater .............................. 15 4.1.2 System Setup .......................................................................... 16 4.1.3 Open for Service...................................................................... 17 4.2.1 Necessary Testing and Measuring Equipment ............................. 19 4.2.2 Notice..................................................................................... 19 4.2.3 Simple Troubleshooting Method ................................................ 19 4.2.4 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................. 20 4.2.5 Troubleshooting Guide Related to RF ......................................... 21 4.2.6 Troubleshooting Guide Related to NMS ...................................... 23
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   31. Summary  GRS-1915D-SPR is a 3G Indoor repeater, which has been designed to improve signals in blanket/shadow areas inside of buildings to transmit Sprint signals at  PCS 1900MHz band. Characteristics  PCS  Band: 72dB Gain with 15dBm maximum composite output power. Bandwidth: Entire PCS 1900 frequency A Block to F Block (45MHz). Bandwidth selection adjustable per user’s situation. - 5MHz, 10MHz, 15MHz Blocks  - Three continuous 5MHz, 10MHz, 15MHz  block combinations ( only continuous ) - See page 10 for more details.
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   4Characteristics  GRS-1915D-SPR repeater is an indoor repeater with output power of 15dBm.  Functional modules are classified as below: - DPX Filters to combine the input/output signals for:  CDMA   - Body (the whole module) - AC/DC Adapter  - Controller to monitor each module in repeater.       Abbreviation  PAM:  POWER AMPLIFIER MODULE LNA:  LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER AGC: AUTO GAIN CONTROL ALC: AUTO LIMIT CONTROL     Caution:  Risk of explosion if battery on the controller board is replaced by an incorrect type.                                     -.Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.  -.Warning: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna should not be less than 20cm during normal operation. The gain of the antenna for pcs Band must not exceed 12 dBi.
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   52. System Configuration 2.1 3G Indoor Repeater Service Network Configuration  <Pic.1> 3G Indoor In-building Repeater Service Organization
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   62.2 System Design and Operation 2.2.1 System Design     <Pic.2>  GRS-1915D-SPR repeater
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   7  <Pic.3> Internal Design  No  Part 1 Module 2 Control Board 3 Ethernet Board
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   8  <Pic.4> Outside Port Design NO.  PORT 1  Server Antenna Port 2   Donor Antenna Port 3  DC Power Port 4  CLI Monitor Port 5 Ethernet Port 6 Grounding port
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   92.2.2 Downlink/ Uplink Path GRS-1915D-SPR improves and strengthens signals in PCS 1900MHz band.  In downlink path, received from Donor Antenna signal is transferred through Duplexer (DPX) and Down Conversion (DNC) module, and after choosing one of 5MHz, 10MHz or 15MHz in IF path the signal is forwarded to Up Conversion (UPC) module. Then, improved signal is sent to Service Antenna through Diplexer (DPX).  Uplink path is vice versa to Downlink path.    <Pic.5> Block Diagram
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   10A1 A2 A3 DB1 B2 B3 E F1930 1935 1940 1945 1950 1955 1960 1965 1970 1975MHzA1 A2 A3 DB1 B2 B3 E F1850 1855 1860 1865 1870 1875 1880 1885 1890 1895MHz 2.2.3 Frequency Selection   Downlink Frequency Table     Uplink Frequency Table  <Pic.6 > 1900MHz Band Structure  PCS 1900 repeater has 5MHz, 10MHz, 15MHz Paths in IF division, so any of these bandwidths can be selected for providing service. 5MHz, 10MHz, 15MHz are only continious bands.   But there are some cases when this choice is not applicable: - Not continuous 3 Paths [5 MHz each], so total band is 15MHz  Ex) A1, D, E  - Not continuous 3 Paths [5 MHz each], so total band is 10MHz  Ex) A1, D - Not continuous 3 Paths [5 MHz  and 10M ], so total band is 15MHz  Ex) A1,A2,E
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   11 3. SPECIFICATIONS  3.1 System Capacity Item  Specification  Remark Downlink  1930MHz ~ 1975MHz  45MHz Freq. Uplink  1850MHz ~ 1895MHz  45MHz Donor  CDMA Tx / Rx  DPX Port  Server  CDMA Tx / Rx  DPX Capacity OMNI    Channel Capacity  5MHz, 10MHz 15MHz   Only continuous Output Power  +15dBm / Total
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   123.2 System Specifications Parameter  Specification  Remark Range  52dB ~ 72dB   Adjust Step  ±1.0dB   Gain Adjust Accuracy  ±0.5dB   Propagation Delay < 5.0us   F0±885kHz  < -45dBc  ∆marker: 29dB Spurious Emission   F0±1.98MHz  < -55dBc  ∆marker: 39dB Out Band Spurious Emission  < -13dBm  RBW: 30MHz  Flatness  < 3dB   Return Loss / VSWR  < 1.5 : 1   Uplink Noise Figure < 5dB @ Max gain < 12dB @ Min gain   Roll off  ±1.0MHz  >  50dBc  Test frequency measured from band edge Characteristic Impedance  50Ω   3.3 Electrical and Environmental Specifications Item  Specification  Remark RF Connector  N-Type Female  Donor & Server ANT Port AC Supply  Input : 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 1.2A Output : +12V / 3.5A   AC/DC Adapter Out Dimension  9.45(L)*8.27(W)*4.92(H)  Unit : inch Net Weight  <5  kgs Module AL6063S-T5   Material  Cabinet AL5052P   Operation Temperature  -10℃ ~ +50℃ Convection cooling Humidity  5% ~ 95%  Non-condensing Dust Resistance  TELCORDIA GR63-CORE
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   133.4 Functions Parameter  Specification Gain Control  • Adjustable DL and UL Gain range 52~72dB   • Display default Gain and current Gain function AGS Auto Gain Setting  OUTPUT LEVEL≥ 15dBmDL PAM OFFUL PAM OFFSHUTDOWN OFFDL ATT 20dBUL ATT 20dBOSCILLATION ALARM  ON D L PAM  O NOUTPUT LEVEL≥ 발 진  LevelAGS ONALC MODEAGS 종료OSCILLATION ALARM & SH U TDOW NISO L ATIO N  C H E C KATT 0dBOUTPUT LEVEL≥ 발 진  LEVELATT 1dB 감 소ATT > 0 dBISOLAT IO N C HECKATT 7dBAGC MODEATT 값 설정ISO L ATIO N  C H E C KATT 7dBATT > 3dB ALC MODEAGC MODEAGS 종료AGS 종료AGS 종료AGS 종료OSCILLATION ALARM OFFOSCILLATION ALARM OFFOSCILLATION ALARM OFFOSCILLATION ALARM OFFYNYNYNYNYN AGC Auto Gain Control • It always operates in Downlink AGC ON status • To maintain same Downlink output power despite flexible input signal strength.  • To add or subtract Attenuation level referring to AGC Power Limit level. • Used with the Automatic Setup  (Auto Gain Setting) ALC Auto Limit Control • To limit output power as far as default range  • Used for DAS configuration and when oscillation/isolation is a concern • Automatic Gain decrement when output power of repeater is higher than default level • Automatic Gain recovery when output power of repeater is reduced.  • Shutdown when output power is higher than default level in Minimum Gain • Automatic Recovery Algorithm conversion after Shutdown status Band Select  • To select either 5MHz/10MHz/15MHz
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   14 Power Monitoring Function • Monitoring repeater’s output level DL Input control   • Monitoring Donor ANT input power of DL Automatic Recovery • When repeater is shutdown, it periodically recovers output power of repeater then monitors alarming Security  • Support HTTPS for Web Browser security • User authentication through User ID and Password Temperature Control  • Monitoring temperature of repeater • Maximum and minimum set up is possible.  Shutdown in over temperature • Automatic recovery after temperature becomes normal. (Hysteresis 10degree) IP address report via E-mail • When in PPP reconnection, E-mail which includes HTML to connect to newly assigned IP Address, reports to operator.  DHCP Client   • Automatic IP assignment DHCP Server   • Server function for automatic IP assignment Web GUI   • Remote and local user browser support through Web Browser SNMP Agent   • NMS report via SNMPv2 Trap LED Display  • LED displays power and operation status on front side of repeater system.  • Input and Output signal levels are verified by LED bars.
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   154. SETUP 4.1. Equipment Needed for GRS-1915D-SPR Repeater Setup  Parameter  Item  Quantity  Remark Major Component  GRS-1915D-SPR  1 EA  Provided by GST Additional  Components CD which contains User Manual V0.1 and Installation Guide V0.1 Ethernet Cable 6.6ft  AC/DC Adapter  Ground Cable 6.6ft  Anchor Bolt  (¼" X ½") Hex Lag Screw (¼" X 1½") 1 EA  1 EA 1 EA 1 EA 4 EA 4 EA Provided by GST Antenna  Donor ANT Server ANT 1 EA 1 EA  Not Included RF Cable  Antenna connection Cable  TBD  Not Included Testing and Measuring Equipment  Spectrum Analyzer  1 EA  Not Included  4.1.1 Checkpoints before turning on the Repeater 1) System Power Check: DC electrical power to the repeater should be 12V, input electricity only after power verification.  2)  Input RF Signal Range: Optimal input RSSI into the repeater is -57dBm ~ -37dBm for 1900MHz CDMA. User should verify input   condition of Donor ANT.   3) Isolation check between DONOR/SERVER ANT: Isolation condition of this equipment is 79dBc (Gain+7dB) for CDMA. User should check its condition before installation.         .
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   164.1.2 System Setup 1) This equipment is basically wall mountable. 2) Installer will have to connect the power supply (after verifying the input power) and RF cable to the Repeater and then it will be ready to use. 3) For grounding, there is a grounding terminal in main power supply which will be plugged into power   outlet.  There is also a separate grounding terminal on the repeater which should be connected to the  on-site grounding terminal to ensure proper grounding. 4) Mounting of repeater should be done by at least two technicians to ensure a safe and proper installation.
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   174.1.3   Open for Service 1) Check points before open:    a. Verification of system installation status: - Electricity, In/Out antennas, cable connection, and equipment mount status.   b. Verification of system accessories:  - User should check all necessary accessories.   c. Check receipt signal level - Installer should check whether environmental conditions are in accordance with system specification to ensure that system operation will be optimized. 2) Check points after open:  a. Check external LED 1) RUN: Green light ON   (Off: all lights off) 2) ALARM: Green light in normal status, Red light in alarming 3) SHUT DOWN: Green light in normal status, Red light in Shutdown status    Display LED level bar  Number of LED bars on front side of repeater will show input signal level.  Less than ~ -85dBm: LED 1bar -84dBm~-70dBm: LED 2 bars -69dBm~-54dBm: LED 3 bars -53dBm~-41dBm: LED 4 bars More than -40dBm: LED 5 bars  Number of LED bar on front side of repeater will show output power signal level.  Less than ~ 7dBm: LED 1bar +8dBm~+9dBm: LED 2bars +10dBm~+11dBm: LED 3bars +12dBm~+13dBm: LED 4bars More than +14dBm: LED 5bars
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   18  <Pic.7> Front LED   b. Verification of operation status User should verify following status with Output monitoring terminal, which is provided by  Spectrum Analyzer: - Output power generation status, system spurious emission characteristics.   c. Verification of signal quality and strength in service area User should verify signal strength and quality of in-service coverage area by using cell phone or other measuring device.  d. Verification of upper-level NMS operation status
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   194.2 Troubleshooting  In case of abnormal operation, technician should diagnose abnormality via remote access or directly connecting to repeater using Ethernet cable.  If technician is required to conduct repairs due to major alarm, repeater should first be powered off, and then technician should prepare the proper measurement equipment before trying to fix the problem.  In most cases of major repairs, GST will simply replace the unit and conduct repairs at the appropriate facility.  4.2.1 Necessary Testing and Measuring Equipment a. RF Power Meter: 10Watt Max, 50ohm b. Signal Generator: 3GHz c. Spectrum Analyzer: 3GHz d. Multi-Meter  4.2.2 Notice a. Troubleshooting should be performed by a trained technician. b. Parts that seem to be not used should not be disassembled.  c. While troubleshooting, technician should use attenuator to check RF Signal output.  4.2.3 Simple Troubleshooting Method a.  Verify LED Status, both on external LED’s as well as internal module LED’s -  Normal operation: Green light On.  Alarming: Red LED on  b.  Technician should check external and internal connectors to ensure that all connections are  tightly secure.  These connectors should be cleaned regularly.  c. If technician thinks there is a serious problem, call after sales team for over-the-phone technical support.  1-866-9-GST-USA    (1-866-947-8872)
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   204.2.4 Troubleshooting Guide Item  Check Point  Trouble shooting Note before system operation * System Input power range  Input Level Downlink -57dBm/Total ~ -37dBm/TotalUplink   -57dBm/Total ~ -37dBm/Total  Note before system operation * System Gain  Gain Downlink   52 ~ 72dB Uplink   52 ~ 72dB  Note before system operation * Output power at Server port  Output power Downlink   15dBm/Total Uplink   15dBm/Total  Check in Advance * Check points before open for    service * Please check quantity of all accessories with specification before you set up. * Fit cable length in accordance with field condition. * Set up 1900MHz CDMA Donor antenna to secure Isolation (More than 79dBc) Check after open  * Check points after open for service * Check following status  - Verify that the antennas are securely mounted and pointed in the correct directions - Connection status between antennas and RF cable - Verify that the Repeater is securely mounted - Proper AC power status  - Grounding status of electrical circuit - Coaxial cable (RF) construction status  - Connectors and combiners connection status - Cable connection status against leakage of water
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   214.2.5 Troubleshooting Guide Related to RF Symptom  Check Point  Troubleshooting When repeater does not work properly * Check Electricity Cord connection status   * Re-plug in Adapter cord When in  alarming  * DL over-input alarm * Please Check following status   - Proper maximum output power limit level - BTS input level (Spectrum Level) - Input RSSI value on Status Page  - Downlink Attenuation level * Please reset Adapter upon completing Alarm                           troubleshooting When in  alarming  * DL over-output alarm * Make sure output power is operating normally.  * Reset Adapter upon completing Alarm              troubleshooting. When in  alarming  * UL over-output alarm * Please make sure output level is operating normally * Please reset Adapter upon completing Alarm               troubleshooting   When in  alarming  * Temperature alarm * Check following status: - Setting level of maximum temperature limit  - Temperature offset is normal or not.  - Circumstances of temperature.  * Reset Adapter upon completing Alarm              troubleshooting When in  alarming * RF OFF * Verify that the HPA’s are On. * Reset Adapter upon completing Alarm              troubleshooting When output power is  no longer problem  * Technician should verify category of alarm at the front side of repeater.  * When Red light on the Shutdown LED, technician should troubleshoot the alarm via Notebook computer.
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   22When output power is  no longer problem  * Technician should connect antenna with output port of repeater.  * Please make sure all connectors are fastened  * Reconnect the connector. * Change it if the connector is defective.  When output power is  no longer problem  * Check the input level   * Increase output power or check input change of BTS side.  When output power is  no longer problem  * Check Gain of the unit  * If the Gain is different from normal level, please contact A/S team. When output power is  no longer problem  * Cable connector loose.   * It is possible for connectors to get too tight and damage the equipment or throughput. * Please contact installer or service provider upon verification.  In case of dropped call or bad  signal after  set up  * Check input signal strength in the service area   * Increase output power level of repeater by adjusting         attenuation level. In case of drop call or bad  signal after  set up  * If input signal strength is not a problem, please check delay of calling time.   * Increase output level of Uplink signal, then set to optimal level. In case of dropped call or bad  signal after  setup  * Check RSSI signal strength  * Contact network management team or service  provider
Sprint User Manual 3G Indoor Repeater   23In case Output Signal wavelength is  not shown flat  or looks like  oscillation * Check connection fastened between antenna and cable  (Signal wavelength should be flat and stable if technicians shake CABLE. If not, it is connection problem.)   * If connection is not proper, reconnect cable and connector and then check the output power again. Same as above  * Input level change or    module overheating.  * Check input level from BTS side. * Check performance of each module. (Diagnosed by A/S team.) Same as above  * Please check VSWR of the Cable is normal.  * Change to normal Cable.    4.2.6 Troubleshooting Guide Related to NMS Symptom  Check Points  Troubleshooting Link Fail   * Communication problem * In case of Ethernet, verify IP addressing, DHCP function, and that Cookies are deleted. * Verify that a crossover Ethernet cable is being used. Link Fail   * CLI Connection, Cable       status check  * Make sure 1:1 connection. * Follow instructions in the installation guide for this connection procedure. Link Fail   * CLI connection Check by USB to Serial Cable  * Please verify Port number of PC communication. * Please check Cable connection status.

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