Larus 9000 E1/DS1 SPREAD SPECTRUM 5.78 GHz DIGITAL RADIO User Manual Installation Instructions 3
Larus Corporation E1/DS1 SPREAD SPECTRUM 5.78 GHz DIGITAL RADIO Installation Instructions 3
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;~_~ rut: "- Antenna Alignment 3 3.01 For the Model 9000 radio system to operate properly, the near and far ends must be aligned as accurately as possible. Antenna alignment requires two persons who are able to communicate with each other, one at the near end and the other at the far end. 3.02 You will need these tools to align the antennas: - Binoculars or the equivalent (if the far end is more than one-half mile distant). - High-powered (9.9. 600 watt) spotlight for night visibility or a mirror for daytime to flesh the path. t Walkie-talkie portable radios or cellular phones (for communicating with the far end). ' Common wrenches and sockets: 7/16 inch socket/nut driver 7/16 inch open-end wrench 9/16 inch deep socket 9/16 inch open-and wrench 3/4 inch socket 3/4 inch open-end wrench 0 Approved and inspected safety equipment for climbing aloft. A DANGER: Wear approved and inspected safety equipment when climbing alolt on any antenna tower or other antenna-mounting location where there is a risk of falling. ALWAYS work with a line tender on the ground who can summon aid if you’ere injured. Lerus 80-600-281 Issue 1. September 1999 3-1 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 Follow these steps to align the near-end and far-end antennas: Using a local map, determine the proper direction to point the antenna. 2. Check that both teedhorns are horizontally polarized (there is a "zero" indication on the feed that should be turned so that it is on the side of the feed at both ends). 3. Verify that the paeudorandom number (PNS) codes are properly set to ensure communlcations. 4. Turn on power to both the near-end and far-end systems. 5" If using walkie—telkie radios or cellular phones, establish communication with the tar and. @ NOTE: Monitor the automatic gain control (AGE) voltage at the front panel local DB-9 connector. A strong receive level Is 1 Vdc. a weak level is 2 Vdc. This is not real time. 6. Observing all safety precautions, including a line tender on the ground, climb to the antenna. 7. Loosen the antenna adjustment bracket just enough to allow the antenna to be swung back and forth in the azimuth plane and elevation plane. 8. Loosen the antenna securing bracket just enough to allow the antenna to be swung up and down (refer to Figure 3-1). 9. Have your assistant at the far end turn on his/her spotlight and aim it toward you (refer to Figure 3~2l or flash the path with a mirror. 10. Aim the antenna as close to the light as possible. 11 Have your assistant check the monitor at the far end for minimum AGC voltage. TIP: The beamwidth ol the typical Model 9000 antenna is around 3.25“ to the 3 dB points on the main lobe. Because the 9000 will not operate if the antenna is aimed more than 4° off “boresight,” visually point the antenna as close as possible even after obtaining a minimum voltage reading. Section 33 Antenna Alignment (continued) 12. Instruct the far end to perform the same procedure. 13. Reedjust the near—end and fer—end antennas for a minimum reading on the voltmeter. 14. Tighten the antenna's securing and adjustment hardware. Make certain that the mounting is sufficiently rigid to assure alignment accuracy under maximum expected wind loading. The Model 9000 is now ready to be tested for acceptance. Instructions follow in Section 4 and also appear in Lerus Practice 80-100-281, the QuadHoppar" Model 9000 System Description. Larus 80-600~231 Issue 1, September 999 3-3 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 Antenna swlng Range 50° .,_‘_ mounting lor / lnven antenna 50' range below horizon U~Bolls Azimuth Adjustmenl Screws Elevation Pivot Elevation Adjustment Rod — Azimuth Adiu stmenl Clamp Antenna Polmlnu Requirement Beam centeriine must be accurate wilhin 14° (vertical and horizontal) Figure 3-1. Typical Positioning of Parabolic Dish Antenna 3-4 Section E} nAngennu Alignment _¢_ Aim high-powered I: - spotlight along path of antenna Figure 3-2. Aiming Antenna Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1. September 1999 3-5 This page is intentionally left blank" Radio System Acceptance end Turnup 4 The Model 9000 has. two built-in tests which can be run from a terminal connected to the LOCAL part. These tests make installation checkout and acceptance testing easy to do without additional test equipment. Instructions for running each of the tests follow. Each procedure presumes that a terminal is connected to the local virtual data circuit port on the Control Module. @ NOTE: Call Laws Customer Service if the results from either test indicate a failure. If Test 2 fails. check to make sure the radios have power, the antennas are aligned, and the despreader codes are correctly set at each and. if problems with Test 2 persist, contact Larus Customer Service at 1~800~999~9946. A CAUTION: Running the field diagnostic tests with live traffic in operation will cause loss of traffic during the test sequence. Heconiiguring the system while live traffic is up will cause loss of traffic during the reconfiguration sequence. Test 1: E1/DS1 Loopback Test 1 verifies the El or 051 connections to the Model 9000 by sending a signal through the circuit to the near-end digital signal crossconnect (DSX), the E1/DS1 interface, and monitoring the return path for the same signal (refer to Figure 4-1). For the test to operate, the E1/DS1 signal at the near end muet be looped back at the customer's E1 or 051 equipment. This test can be done at the same time at both the near and tar ends. Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 4-1 Larus 80v600—281 Issue 1, September 1999 EllDS1 Control Module RF Module Test Sequence Transmitter Virtual Data Connection Figure 4-1. E1/DS1 Loopback Test 4‘12 To run Test 1 from the VT-100 or compatible terminal connected to one of the local virtual data circuits ports, perform these steps: 1. At the DSX, loop back each of the receive E1 or D51 lines from the 9000 to the transmit lines to the 9000 2. Run Test L If an error is indicated, check wiring from the Control Module and customer equipmenti Test 2: End-to-End Path Continuity 421 Test 2 verifies end-to-end periormance of the Model 9000 radios‘ This test loops the signal through the multiplexer/demultiplexer (muldem) in both the near~end and far-end radios (refer to Figure 4~2). It must be done first from the near end, then from the far end. This procedure does not test the E1/DSl interface at either end. Section 4 - RedioSystem Acceptance and Turnup 51081 cm Module RF Module RF Module Control Module E1081 Figure 4-2. Near-end to Far-end Loopback Test 4.22 To run Test 2 from a VT-100 or compatible terminal connected to one of the virtual data circuit ports, perform these steps: 1 At the DSX, loop back each of the receive E‘l or D51 lines from the 9000 to the transmit lines to the 9000. 2. If near-end and far-end DSX Ioopback is not possible, a Model 9021 E1 or 051 Test Interface is available for testing (refer to Figure 4-3). 3. Run Test 2. If any errors are reported, check each El/DSl line. If all lines are reporting errors, check for interference or other problems. 4. If no errors are reported, the equipment is ready to carry traffic. Larus 80-600—281 Issue 1 September 1999 4-3 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1. September 1999 Figure 4-3. Model 9021 E1/DS1 Test Interface Checklists 5 5.01 If you have not completed the Site Planning/Preparation Worksheet in Larus Practice 80-801-281, fill in the following checklist BEFORE installing the Model 9000. ll you have already completed the preparation worksheet, continue with the installation checklist beginning on page 5-& 5.1 Pre-installation Checklist 5.11 Path Survey Is the path less than 15 miles? El Yes D No For a given distance, the height of the antenna must be sufficient to clear all obstacles in the path. Consult the table below. For a path of: Height at each end for antenna: CI 1 mile D 25 feet D 2 miles E 33 feet Cl 4 miles 0 50 feet D 8 miles D 75 feet 0 15 miles E! 120 feet @ NOTE: Contact Lams Corporation If the distance is greater than 15 miles. Distance from near end to far end The radio transmission path crosses: El between close buildings El a parking lot D town D residential area El other (describe) Larus 80600481 Issuel September 999 5-1 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 5.12 Interference Survey D Within the whole spectrum of operation D High tension lines. D Sodium or mercury vapor arc lamps in the first Fresnel zone. (The Fresnel zone is the distance from the transmitter to any point on the shell and on to the receiver.) D Industrial area. Watch for high energy sources (eg airports, radio pagers, weather radar). D Polarization-dependent interference. If present. is it from the low or high part of the band? D Other antennas near or in the radiation aperture — frequency — power MW: Jaw: My“ irmN rn: D Deciduous trees D Evergreen trees D Radio or electrical line towers D Tall buildings D Airport flight path D Hills D Valleys D Water D Roof obstruction, metal D Metal roof D Other (describe) 5-2 5.12 5.13 Section 5 - Checklists (continued) How many of the following are in view? El Homes El Factories D Businesses D Apartment buildings (This helps characterize the potential for interference from microwave ovens.) Anv radio or radar signals detected between 5.78 GHz and 5,845 SH: in the proposed Model 9000 path? Frequencies: Bandwidth: _ Average power: Peak power: Signal strength: Measured at: Location: Directivity: El In line with path El Crosses path Type of Signal: Cl Intermittent (radar, pager, etc. Cl Continuous (telemetry, data link, etc Locetlon of sources (if known): Unpacking Model 9000 Equipment Unpacking location: El Receiving dock El Telephone equipment room Other: Larus 80~600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 5-3 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1. September 1999 5 4 Equipment Room Requirements Does the site have power? D Yes D No Does the site have a place to install the Model 9000 assembly and peripheral equipment? D Yes D No Access to E110513 within 655 feet? D Yes D No Adequate air conditioning or ventilation? D Yes D No Telephone line connection available? D Yes Electrical support required: D -24/—48 Vdc D 120 Vac D 220 Vac D ACI—24/-48 Vdc converter D Convenience outlets Cable routes for customer connections to the Model 9000: D Primary power D E1IDS1 signals D Telephone line Equipment room adequately lighted per local code requirements? D Ya: 5.15 Outdoor Requirements Does the site have power? D Yes Does the site have a place to mount an antenna? D Yes D No Does the site have grounding locations, bars, pipes. etc? D Yes D No Antenna mounting mast fixture: If not a 3- to 4-inch wide vertical pipe, what is it (angle, etc.l? 5-4 Section 5 — Checklists 5.15 5.18 (continued) Roof mounting: 0 Will the roof support the weight? D Yes D No ls there legal and physical access to the roof? D Yes 0 Permission to be at that location (permits, etc.) or to make modifications? D Yes D No Are extra lightning protection measures necessary for the location? D Yes D No Clear, unobstructed view of far end? D Yes 0 Close to high voltage lines (100 kVi,7 D Yes D No 0 Is this a hostile environment? D Yes D No Route for the RF unit to antenna cabling: Route for waveguide when distance from antenna to RF unit is greater than 8 feet (see Figure 25): Cable run bulkhead through holes available for the RF unit to antenna cabling (minimum diameter 3 inches)? D Yes CO-to-Customer E1/051 Service Link fiatistagtgrv Unsatisfactory Error-free seconds objective of 98.7% D D Availability objective of 99.7% Larus 80-600-281 lssue 1 September 1999 5-5 Larus 80-600-281 issue 1, September 1999 Installation Checklist 5.201 Use this checklist to check Off (1) each of the installation tasks as you complete it. You can find information and instructions for the tasks as referenced. Receiving Equipment Refer to subsection 1.1 for instructions. (3 Carefully check unpacked and inventoriad equipment against the packing Iistlsl. Check for damage incurred during shipment. Notify transfer company regarding shipping damage, if any. Save and store packing materials and shipping containers for reuse. Installing and Connecting Model 9000 Collect the required tools (subsection 2.2). Mount the Model 9000 assembly where instructed in the installation plan. Connect plant battery to the Model 9000 shelf (paragraph 2.41). A minimum 14-gauga wire is recommended. Do not install fuses or apply power at this time. Connect Model 9000 shelf alarm outputs to facility alarm equipment (paragraph 2.42). Connect the E1 or 051 lines to the Model 9000 shelf connector P4 (paragraph 2.43). Ground the Model 9000 (paragraph 2.44). Connect a VT-100 (or compatible) terminal or terminal emulator to the Control Module for local maintenance access to the equipment (subsection 2.8). $ection 5 - Checklists 5.22 (continued) El El Connect the interface cable from the controller to the RF unit (paragraph 2.302). Mount the antenna on the mast or tower (paragraph 2.302). Connect the coaxial cable (mm the RF unit to waveguide and the waveguide, in turn, to the antenna (Figure 2—5). Ground the waveguide (Figure 28). Power on the maintenance terminal and set its data parameters, i.e. rate. bits, start, stop, and parity (subsection 2.6). 5.23 Initial Configuration E] Check -24/—-48 Vdc battery plant, wiring, and frame ground before installing fuse in fuse panel or turning power on. A 5 amp fuse is recommended. Check EIIDSI wiring. Check that the antennas are pointed visually close to the transmission path and that the polarization fiduciary marks are either UP/DOWN (vertical polarization) or RIGHT/LEFT (horizontal polarization). On the LOCAL CONFIGURATION screen at the maintenance terminal, verify that the pseudorandom number (PNS) codes are correct for full-duplex transmission and reception end-to-end. The PNS codes are assigned as pairs of DIFFERENT numbers and are SWAPPED from end to end. The near-end station might use 200 as the RECElVE PNS and 201 as the TRANSMIT PNS. In this case, the far-end settings must be 200 for the TRANSMIT and 201 for the RECEIVE PNS. If the codes must be changed, type HELP PNS and follow the instructions on the screen. Using the LOCAL CONFIGURATION screen at the maintenance terminal, check the EI/DSI channel programming. The LINE EQUALIZE (line buildout) distance and REPORT ALARMS status may need to be changed from the factory defaults of 0 to 133 feet and NO EI/Dsl Alarm Report. (continued) Larus 80-600281 Issue 1 September 1999 5-7 Larus 80-600—281 Issue 1, September 1999 (continued) To change the default setting: El E! Type HELP E1 or HELP 081 Select each of the options for the first E1/DSl channel. Enter the next E1/DS1 channel and repeat the process for ell four channels. 5.24 “Power Application m has: A WARNING: Do not power up unless the antenna system is connected, Extended operatlon into an unterminated connection can cause damage to the equipment. D Apply electrical power. El As the system powers up, observe the DESPREADER LOCK alarm condition occurring at both ends. (It may take 2 to 3 minutes for the units to clear this alarm.) D Observe the next alarm, UNFRAMED ERROR. Wait for the UNFRAMED ERROR to clear. El The final alarm is BER EXCEEDED. After the BER EXCEEDED alarm clears, the units are in operation. El Finish pointing the antennas and rotating feeds for LOWEST AGC voltage, as relayed via the PC or modern interface. El If the unit will not clear the DESPREADER LOCK condition, check the PNS codes and refer to the PNS verification step in paragraph 5.23 above. If the unit still will not lock. contact Larus. Section 5 - Checklists 5.24 (continued) El The expected AGC voltage for the path should be part of pre-installation information. (Refer to paragraph 3.03.) If this is not available, contact Larus for the calibration of these units. A larger voltage indicates that the antennas may not be pointed correctly, the feeds may be misaligned, or an object may be blocking the path. If the voltage is lower than expected, a source of interference may be present 5.25 Configuration of Local and Remote Consoles El Select the desired LOCAL baud rate on the CRT (or PC, laptop, etc. Set for 8-bit characters, no parity, 1 step bit. El Connect the terminal to the front panel LOCAL port using the appropriate cable with wiring as shown in Figure 5-1 or Figure 5-2. El Apply power to the terminal and press the ENTER key a few times. There should be a prompt of "—> D If not, check the baud rate settings and verify that the cable is wired correctly. El If the cable is incorrect, try using a null modern adapter on one end of the cable if all else fails, contact the factory. Larus 80600-281 Issue 1 September 1999 Larus 50-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 LOCAL port CRT or PC (DB-9 female) DTE (DB-25 male) pin pin 1 DCD CGND 1 2 RXD - - TXD 2 3 TXD RXD 3 4 DTR RTS 4 5 SGND\ 01's 5 e DSR \ DSR e 7 RTS SGND 7 a CTS 000 s 9 RI DTR 20 Figure 5-1. LOCAL Port Cable Wiring (B-pin to 25-pin) LOCAL port PC DTE (DB-9 female) DTE (DB-Qfemale) pin pm 1 000 D00 1 2 RXD \< RXD 2 3 TXD - TXD 3 4 DTR DTR 4 5 SGND SGND 5 6 DSR DSR 6 7 RTS v RTS 7 B CTS - 000 8 9 Rl RI 9 Figure 5-2. LOCAL Port Cable Wiring (9-pin to 9-pin) Section 5 — Checklists 5.26 Modem Setup To set up the modern, you will need to use the system console attached to the LOCAL port (refer to paragraph 5.25), Because setting up the modem can be a difficult process, it is strongly recommended that this be done BEFORE putting the 9000 system into service. El Select the modern baud rate using the HELP PORT command at the console. On-Iine HELP can be accessed if the manual is not available. @ more: The back panel 9-pin IRS-232 connector marked REMOTE is wired for DTE connection. It uses the RI, 000. DTR/DSR. and RTSJCTS modem statue signal so a cable with all at these signals is required. El Connect the modem to the REMOTE port using a cable with wiring similar to that depicted in Figure 5-3. REMOTE port MODEM DTE (DB-9 male) DCE (DB-25 male) pin pin 1 000 D00 8 2 RXD RXD 3 3 TXD TXD 2 4 DTR ————-——-——-— DTR 20 5 SGND SGND 7 6 DSR —-——————-————- DSR 6 7 RTS ————-—————-———— RTS 4 8 CTS CTS 5 9 RI RI 22 Figure 5-3. REMOTE Port Cable Wiring (S-pin to 25-pin) (continued) Larus 80-600-281 Issue , September 1999 5-11 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 m3: ea==a======== 5.26 (continued) I] Apply power to the modem. 5-12 El El At the LOCAL console, use the XCON command to gain "transparent" access to the modem. Anything you type at the console will be sent to the modern and anything received from the modem will be displayed on the screens Type AT followed by the ENTER or Carriage Return key. If the modem responds with ”OK”. then everything has been done correctly. @ NOTE: The modem must be set for DCD lData Carrier Detect) to "follow" the state of the telephone carrier. This is necessary so that the beginning and end at a call can be detected. In addition. the modem must be set to use the D’I‘RIDSR handshake to determine that the modem is plugged in and powered up The modem must also be set to use the RTSlCTS handshake for flow control. (E) NOTE: The Model 9000 does not support XON/OFF protocol. Some modems come with factory defaults set the wrong way D At the LOCAL console, execute the MODEM commend end review the default data strings for modern initialization, answer mode, and dial-out. Compare them with the documentation for your modern but do not make adjustments at this time. (The default strings should work with a wide veriety of modems.) If you wish to use the 9000 to place calls to the far-end 9000, enter the telephone number for the tar-end system at this time. El If you will be receiving calls to the 9000, you may wish to change the security password using the PASSWD command. The next time that power to the 9000 is cycled, the modem should initialize properly and be ready to initiate and receive calls, . :S5ction 5 - Checklists 5.27 Troubleshooting El If there are problems, try changing the REMOTE port baud rate. Use the XCON command to access the modern as described above. @>\ NOTE: Some modems come from the factory configured to respond at only one baud rate but may be reconfigured to auto-detect the DTE baud rate, El If this fails, use the DTE command at the LOCAL console to manipulate the RTS and DTR signals at the REMOTE port to try to force the modem to respond. El If the modern has special initialization requirements, enter them into the initiation string using the MODEM command [3 If your local telephone company uses pulse dialing instead of tone dialing, you will have to modify the dial~out string. If all else fails, remove the modern and attach it to a personal computer. Attempt to configure it using any available modem software. Any modern that conforms to the industry de facto standard Hayes Modem AT Command Set should be able to operate correctly. @ NOTE: The ideal modem for use with the Model 9000 should have some nonvolatile memory so that it will "remember" its configuration. In addition, a modem that supports a DTE baud rate up to 57,600 baud will allow higher throughput at the REMOTE port. The remote access feature has been tested with the following modems: Practical Peripherals PM144MT Data/FAX Modern Telebit TraiIBIazer Plus T2000 Telebit WorldBlazar T3000 Larus 80-600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 5-13 [This page is intentionally left blank.] 544 Larus 8045004281 lssue 1, September 1999 6.03 (continued) e. Larus also reserves the right to make product improvements without incurring any obligation or liability to make the same changes in products previously manufactured or purchased. In no event shall Larus be liable for any breach of warranty in an amount exceeding the net selling price of any defective product. No person, including any dealer, agent, or representative of Laws, is authorized to assume for Larus any other liability on its behalf except as set forth herein. Non-payment of any invoice rendered within the stated payment terms automatically cancels any warranty or guarantee stated or implied. If any payment is due Lerus for services performed hereunder, it shall be subject to the same payment terms as the original purchase. i. Except for the express warranties stated herein, Larus disclaims all warranties on products furnished hereunder, including, without limitation, all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness, and the stated express warranties are in lieu of all obligations or liabilities on the part of Larus arising out of or in connection with the performance of the products. Repaired Products and Repair Parts Products repaired within the warranty period continue to be warranted to the end of that period or for 90 (ninety) days, whichever is longer. Repair work done on products repaired outside the warranty period is warranted against defects in workmanship and material for a period of 90 (ninety) days. Products and Components Manufactured by Others For products or components not manufactured by Larus, the original manufacturer's warranty shall be assigned to the purchaser to the extent permitted and is in lieu of any other warranty, expressed or implied. For warranty information on a specific product, a written request should be made to Larus. NOTE: Features and specifications are subject to change without notice Equipment lssue nformation 7 7.01 Practice 80-600-281, Issue 1 applies to the following equipment: Emulation Emflm Eguipmgnt |§§Q€ RF Module, High Freq th and Low 020-02106-000 Freq Rev, plus 4 x E1 Control Module RF Module, Low Freq th and High 020-02107-000 Freq Flcv, plus 4 x E1 Control Module RF Module, High Freq th and Low 020-02106v001 (N/A) Freq Rcv, plus 4 x 081 Control Module RF Module, Low Freq th and High 020-02107-001 lN/A] Freq Hov, plus 4 x D31 Control Module Spare RF Module, High Freq th and 007-02078-000 1 Low Freq Flcv Spare RF Module, Low Freq th and 007-020784001 High Freq Rcv Modern Board, 4 x E1 007-01794-000 1 Modern Board, 4 x D51 007-01794-001 Power Supply Board 007-02068-000 1 Control Module, 4 x E1 007-02079-000 1 Control Module, 4 x DS1 007-02079—001 1 (continued) Larus 80600-281 Issue 1, September 1999 7~1 Larus 80-600281 issue 1, September 1999 10.01 (continued) EanLMndel Installation Kit. RF/Controller 00702109-000 1 Assembly mounted in 19" or 23" rack Antenna Jumper Cable 041-021 10-XXX DS1 Single-ended Route Diversity 5702 List 1 1,2,3,4 Switch Circuit Pack RouteSwitch“ 12-slot, 19" shelf 5702 List 3 2 Cable with N—tvpe Connectors, RF 7509 List 3 Module to Waveguide. 3 feet Frequency Translator, 5.7 GHz 9020 List 0 1 051 Test Interface (Test Adapter) 9021 List 0 E1 Test Interface (Test Adapter) 9021 List 1 NOTE: Contact Larus Sales for special antenna mounting arrangements, lightning protection, and custom installation. Extended Service Agreements: Lerus SmartService 7100 List 0 Larus SmartService Plus 7100 List 1 Laws On-Site SmartService 7100 List 2 Lerus SmartService Training 7100 List 3
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