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LigoPTP 24
Technical Description & Configuration
Guide
Revision 1.0
December 9, 2009
Copyright © 2009 LigoWave www.ligowave.com
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Contents
Contents
Copyright .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Notice.................................................................................................................................................... 2
Trademarks .......................................................................................................................................... 2
CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................. 3
OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................. 5
LigoPTP 24 Full Outdoor Units ............................................................................................................. 5
LigoPTP 24 Feature Summary ............................................................................................................. 5
Main Features ................................................................................................................................. 5
Mechanical Features ....................................................................................................................... 5
Interfaces/Management .................................................................................................................. 6
Radio Parameters ................................................................................................................................. 7
Application Examples ........................................................................................................................... 8
4E1 + Ethernet with LigoPTP 24 FODU ......................................................................................... 8
Low Power Active Repeater with LigoPTP 24 FODU ..................................................................... 8
Metro Ethernet and Mesh Networks with LigoPTP 24 FODU ......................................................... 9
Technical LigoPTP 24 Specification ................................................................................................... 10
Cable Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 12
Labeling .............................................................................................................................................. 13
CONFIGURATION AND MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................ 14
Resetting the LigoPTP 24 FODU ....................................................................................................... 14
Web Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 14
10/100Base-T Port ........................................................................................................................ 14
Assembling the Ethernet Cable Connector ................................................................................... 14
Ethernet Management Connection Configuration......................................................................... 15
Power over Ethernet Injection ....................................................................................................... 18
Termination Panel for 4 E1 and with Power Injector (LigoPTP-TP4) ........................................... 19
Connection with Web Interface ..................................................................................................... 19
Interface Description ..................................................................................................................... 21
Command Execution ..................................................................................................................... 22
Initial Configuration with Web GUI ................................................................................................ 23
Command Prompt Interface ............................................................................................................... 27
RS-232 Serial Management Port .................................................................................................. 28
Telnet Connection ......................................................................................................................... 30
Initial Configuration with Command Prompt ................................................................................. 31
STATUS WINDOW ............................................................................................................................... 32
Radial MSE ......................................................................................................................................... 34
LDPC .................................................................................................................................................. 34
DETAILED CONFIGURATION IN WEB ............................................................................................... 35
Main Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 35
Radio Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 35
ATPC Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 36
ATPC Algorithm ............................................................................................................................ 36
Modem Configuration .................................................................................................................... 37
Loopback Configuration ................................................................................................................ 40
System Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 41
User Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 41
Names Configuration .................................................................................................................... 42
Other Configuration ....................................................................................................................... 43
Upgrade Software ......................................................................................................................... 44
IP Configuration Window .................................................................................................................... 44
Ethernet Management Port IP Configuration ................................................................................ 44
IP Services .................................................................................................................................... 45
Static Route Configuration ............................................................................................................ 45
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Ethernet Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 47
Ethernet Status ............................................................................................................................. 47
Ethernet Configuration .................................................................................................................. 48
VLAN Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 48
Ethernet Switch Port Status and Settings ..................................................................................... 49
Ethernet Switch Block (Functional) Diagram ................................................................................ 50
Ethernet Switch VLAN Status and Settings .................................................................................. 50
QoS..................................................................................................................................................... 54
QoS Status .................................................................................................................................... 54
QoS 802.1p Configuration ............................................................................................................ 55
DSCP Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 56
QoS 802.1p Bandwidth Configuration .......................................................................................... 56
SNMP Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 57
SNMP Community Configuration .................................................................................................. 57
SNMP Allowed Hosts Configuration ............................................................................................. 58
PERFORMANCE AND ALARM MANAGEMENT ................................................................................ 59
Alarm Management ............................................................................................................................ 59
Alarms and Events Structure ........................................................................................................ 59
Alarms-Events and Groups Tables ............................................................................................... 59
Alarm Status Window .................................................................................................................... 61
Alarm Log ...................................................................................................................................... 61
Alarm and Alarm Threshold Configuration .................................................................................... 62
Alarm Management Commands ................................................................................................... 64
Performance Management ................................................................................................................. 65
Performance Management Data Collection .................................................................................. 65
Performance Values ..................................................................................................................... 66
Threshold Seconds (TS) ............................................................................................................... 66
Tide Mark (TM).............................................................................................................................. 66
Performance Management in Web GUI ........................................................................................ 66
Constellation Diagram ................................................................................................................... 69
Adaptive Equalizer ........................................................................................................................ 70
Performance Management Commands ........................................................................................ 72
Ethernet Statistics ............................................................................................................................... 72
MISCELLANEOUS CONTROLS IN WEB ............................................................................................ 75
Configuration File ............................................................................................................................... 75
License Management ......................................................................................................................... 76
Command Line ................................................................................................................................... 77
File System ......................................................................................................................................... 78
Security Commands ........................................................................................................................... 79
UPDATING SOFTWARE ...................................................................................................................... 81
Update Software with Update Pack .............................................................................................. 81
Uploading File via Ethernet Management Port (TFTP) ................................................................ 82
Uploading File via Ethernet Management Port (FTP) ................................................................... 83
Uploading File via Serial Port (Xmodem) ...................................................................................... 84
RSSI PORT ........................................................................................................................................... 86
PINOUTS............................................................................................................................................... 87
18-pin Connector........................................................................................................................... 87
Twin BNC Connector .................................................................................................................... 87
Sealed RJ-45 Socket .................................................................................................................... 88
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................... 89
Other Available Accessories .............................................................................................................. 92
APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................ 93
List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................................................... 93
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Overview
Overview
This document briefly describes the LigoPTP 24 series Full Outdoor Unit (FODU) covering the built-in
management system, configuration functionality, hardware features, etc.
LigoPTP 24 Full Outdoor Units
LigoPTP 24 product family is the new next generation product line which is targeting growing
demands for data transmission over microwave radio.
As a result the primary traffic interface for LigoPTP 24 radio is Fast Ethernet. In addition, LigoPTP 24
is capable of delivering up to 4E1 interfaces for legacy connectivity or any other use. As LigoPTP 24 is
capable of providing bit rate of up to 108Mbps to all interfaces combined, it is a perfect addition to
LigoWave portfolio. This product family provides perfect solution for a user looking for higher than PDH
E3 capacity without need for STM-1 capacity. The excellent LigoPTP 24 radio and modem
performance allows achieving perfect system capacity by employing 32-level modulation scheme by
user‟s choice. Apart from the full system capacity of 108Mbps, it is possible to configure the radio to
any of 7 MHz, 14 MHz and 28 MHz channels as well as to any of QPSK, 16APSK and 32APSK
modulations, thus providing various capacities to suit particular needs.
LigoWave has employed most modern design solutions and components to create high performance
compact radio with low power consumption – 19-25W per radio, thus we have a capability to feed the
unit by using Power over Ethernet (802.3af) means.
LigoPTP 24 is a perfect building block for any modern future proof wireless network, including mobile
service providers, fixed data service operators, enterprise customers, municipal and governmental
networks among others.
LigoPTP 24 Feature Summary
Main Features
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Full Outdoor solution
Capacity: up to 108 Mbps
Channel Bandwidth: 7/14/28 MHz
Modulations: QPSK, 16APSK, 32APSK
Interfaces: 10/100Eth+4E1
Traffic: Ethernet only, Eth+1E1 to Eth+4E1
Frequency bands: 13 / 15 / 18 / 23 GHz
Power over Ethernet
Green Radio – 19-25W of power consumption
ACM and ATPC with QoS four priority queues
802.1Q VLAN support
Mechanical Features
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Compact unit, 285x285x80mm, 3.5kg,
3 handles for user convenience
Safe and easy to use 4 side locking arrangement
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All connectors on the side of the unit, always at 45 regarding vertical axis for both V and H
polarization
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Figure 1 – LigoPTP 24 Full Outdoor Unitt
Interfaces/Management
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LigoPTP 24 FODU unit provides 4 connectors and a grounding screw
User, NMS traffic and DC power are fed over Cat. 5e or above cable and weather protected RJ45 connector
Ethernet traffic supports QoS and 4 priority queues, essential for ACM use
User and NMS traffic could be treated as a single data stream or separated by tagging with
different VLAN tags
4 ports of balanced E1 interfaces are provided over weather protected 18pin connector
Twin BNC connector of the unit enables terminal access into the unit
BNC connector provides AGC voltage signal to assist unit alignment
Web, Telnet and SNMP are available as NMS interfaces into the unit
Figure 2 – LigoPTP 24 FODU Connectors
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Figure 3 – LigoPTP 24 FODU Connectors
Radio Parameters
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LigoPTP 24 is a good example of latest achievements in modem and transceiver development,
providing both excellent radio parameters (System Gain), due to use of APSK modulation and
efficient yet consuming little power Tx/Rx part of the system.
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RSL Threshold at BER 10 , 28MHz, 32APSK, 100Mbps: -77 dBm.
System Gain with guaranteed max Tx power and Rx sensitivity is 93 dB.
LigoPTP 24 provided the capability to replace typical 34Mbps PDH radio to 108Mbps system by
retaining the antenna size/distance
ACM (Adaptive Coding and Modulation), hitless ACM opens whole lot of new possibilities
depending on network designers strategy
ATCP, Automatic Transmitter Power Control, for increased deployment density capability.
Very high flexibility allows configuring the system to various channel bandwidths, modulation
schemes and capacity settings
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Application Examples
4E1 + Ethernet with LigoPTP 24 FODU
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LigoPTP 24 is a perfect tool for replacing the existing low capacity E1 radio system by preserving
E1 connectivity where needed and adding high capacity Ethernet channel for future use, perfect
for overlaying GSM network with 3G/WiMax and LTE (Long Term Evolution) services;
Suitable for transition from TDM to Ethernet based networks;
LigoPTP 24 FODU supports SNMP protocol for NMS.
Low Power Active Repeater with LigoPTP 24 FODU
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Extends network to non line-of-sight locations;
Ideal for crossing mountains and interconnecting Ethernet networks;
Low power consumption allows the use of battery backed alternative power sources like solar
panel and small wind turbine for off-grid remote sites.
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Metro Ethernet and Mesh Networks with LigoPTP 24 FODU
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Suitable for any 100Mbps Ethernet network topology – star, ring, mesh network;
Full Outdoor solution with Power over Ethernet Plus is efficient for All Outdoor Base station
connectivity;
Last Mile Access for demanding power user and many other applications;
Gigabit Ethernet backhaul can be supported with LigoWave products.
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Technical LigoPTP 24 Specification
Performance
Channel bandwidth (MHz)
5 / 10 / 20 / 30
Modulation
QPSK / 16APSK / 32APSK
Capacity, aggregate
212 Mbps
Frequency stability (ppm)
+/-7
Guaranteed max
power (dBm),
adjustable
QPSK
+5
16APSK
+5
32APSK
+5
RSL Threshold at BER 10-6, 30MHz,
32APSK, 212Mbps
-73dBm to -75dBm
Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM)
Hitless
Environmental
Stationary use
Ref. ETSI EN 300 019-2-4, class 4.1E;
non weather-protected locations
Operating temperature range
-33o to +55oC
Mechanical Data
Dimensions: HxWxD, in / weight, lb
(without antenna)
11.2x11.2x3.1 / 7.7
Max. power consumption
15-20 W
Management Options
TCP/IP
WEB, SNMP, Telnet - local and remote
ASCII Terminal
Serial via Twin-BNC
Monitoring
Via Telnet, WEB GUI
External Ports
Flange
Circular 11.5mm
Ethernet with PoE
RJ-45 (data traffic, management, power)
4E1
18-pin connector
Serial port for config
Twin BNC
RSL port, RSSI (BNC connector)
Output voltage
vs. RSL: 0 – 1.4V
vs. -90 to -20dBm
Antenna
PTP 24-1:
PTP 24-2:
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Gain
35.0 dBi
3dB Beamwidth
2.9°
VSWR/Return Loss
1.43:1 / 15 dB
Size (Diameter)
1 ft.
Weight
2.3 kg
Operational: 112
Wind load
Operational: 112 mph
Survival: 155 mph
Gain
40.3 dBi
3dB Beamwidth
1.7°
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Performance
VSWR/Return Loss
1.43:1 / 15 dB
Size (Diameter)
2 ft.
Weight
4.4 kg
Wind load
Operational:112 mph
Survival: 155 mph
RSL at 10-6 BER (dBm) and Total Payload Capacity (Mbps, Aggregate)*
Channel bandwidth (MHz) *
10
20
30
QPSK
-95 dBm
at 12.8 Mbps
-93 dBm
at 24.2 Mbps
-90 dBm
at 49.2 Mbps
-88 dBm
at 73.6 Mbps
QPSK+wide
-94 dBm
at 13.8 Mbps
-89 dBm
at 30.4 Mbps
-86 dBm
at 61.8 Mbps
-84 dBm
at 92.6 Mbps
16APSK
-89 dBm
at 23.6 Mbps
-86 dBm
at 48.6 Mbps
-84 dBm
at 98.6 Mbps
-81 dBm
at 147.4 Mbps
16APSK+wide
-86 dBm
at 27.8 Mbps
-81 dBm
at 61.0 Mbps
-78 dBm
at 123.8 Mbps
-75 dBm
at 170.6 Mbps
32APSK
-86 dBm
at 29.4 Mbps
-83 dBm
at 64.8 Mbps
-81 dBm
at 123.6 Mbps
-79 dBm
at 184.6 Mbps
32APSK+wide
-83 dBm
at 34.6 Mbps
-76 dBm
at 76.2 Mbps
-74 dBm
at 154.6 Mbps
-73 dBm
at 212 Mbps
*Preliminary data - actual data may vary slightly.
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Cable Requirements
RS-232 Serial Connection
The ASCII console must be connected to the RS-232 serial port with Twin-BNC connector. This
requires a twisted pair (TP) cable with common shield (foil and plaited shield); the cable must be
suitable for Twin-BNC connector.
Using a proper cable, the operation is guaranteed for up to 10 m of cable.
4E1
The user equipment is connected to the LigoPTP 24 FODU via twisted-pair cable (at least 8 pairs, - 16
wires), refer to the chapter Pinouts for details. The 18-pin connector is suited for cables with the
diameter from 4 to 10.5 mm.
E1 signals will be carried properly over at least 100 m of TP cable. The length of cable is restricted by
the maximum allowable attenuation, which must not exceed 6 dB.
10/100Base-T
Cat. 5e UTP or better cable is required for power supply, management of device and data traffic.
LigoPTP 24 FODU can be used with any LigoWave additionally provided Power over Ethernet
sourcing equipment (provided power >25 W). Used voltage is between 36–57 V DC, though the
nominal voltage is 48 V, over two of the four available pairs on a Cat. 5e cable. It is possible to use
passive injectors, utilizing spare leads. Refer to the chapter Pinouts for detailed information about
pinouts.
Length of Cat. 5e cable must not exceed 100 meters.
RSSI BNC
To connect the digital multimeter to the LigoPTP 24 FODU RSSI port in order to adjust the antenna
alignment, a coaxial cable with BNC connector on one end and appropriate termination on other end
can be used (see example in Figure 4 – Cable for connecting the voltmeter to the LigoPTP 24 FODU
RSSI port).
Figure 4 – Cable for connecting the voltmeter to the LigoPTP 24 FODU RSSI port
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Labeling
The label can be found on the front side of the unit.
The label contains the following information (see samples in the picture below):
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Model name (“LigoPTP 24-xx”).
Product Number (I24FAE03L): product number contains information in which band side (L, H) the
FODU operates. Letters A, B, C or D indicate specific subband.
Unit Serial Number (3163901 00001); the serial number uniquely identifies the FODU.
Figure 5 – Labels of the LigoPTP 24 FODU Low and High band side, operating in 24 GHz band
Note that frequency range is set from the central frequency of the first 7 MHz channel to
the central frequency of the last 7 MHz channel (see below)
Figure 6 – Frequency range of the LigoPTP 24 FODU
The Figure explains Tx frequency range of low side LigoPTP 24 FODU radio.
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Configuration and Management
There are four ways to adjust and read settings and operation parameters of the LigoPTP 24 FODU
equipment:
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using Web terminal connected to the 10/100Base-T management port,
using Telnet terminal connected to the 10/100Base-T management port,
using NMS or SNMP terminal, connected to the 10/100Base-T management port, or
using ASCII console connected to the serial port.
Resetting the LigoPTP 24 FODU
Depending on the method used, the user may reset the whole terminal or the management controller
individually, see table below for details.
Resetting
Description
Reset action unplugging power
source.
Restarts both the multiplexer module and the
management module. Resets all management counters.
Resetting with
button in Web GUI
„Configuration  System
configuration‟ window or using
command prompt command
“system reset”
Restarts CPU of the management controller. Resets all
management counters.
Resetting with command
prompt command “system
reset cold
Restarts modem and CPU of the management controller.
Resets all management counters.
Web Interface
This section will describe the points necessary for working with the Web interface.
10/100Base-T Port
The 10/100Base-T management port is used to connect the LigoPTP 24 to a PC or Ethernet network
for Web, SNMP and Telnet management.
The 10/100Base-T port cable length must not exceed 100 meters.
Assembling the Ethernet Cable Connector
Be aware that length of RJ45 connectors may vary! This is the reason why weatherproof
connector enclosure has room for longest possible RJ45 connector.
This instruction will show you how to correctly assemble weathered connector and have best possible
connection of RJ45 connector with socket.
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Figure 7 – Assembling Ethernet weatherproof connector
1. Prepare the cable as shown in the picture. DO NOT assemble weathered connector!
2. Plug RJ45 connector into the Ethernet socket.
3. Align weathered connector body and put it in place.
4. Fix the connector to the socket with screw. Note that cable sealing screw is still not fixed at this
moment.
5. Push the RJ45 connector into the socket by pushing the cable and at the same time seal and fix the
cable using cable sealing screw.
6. Assembled cable. Please fix the cable to the mast as close as possible to FODU. Do not bend it!
Minimum radius shall be no less than 10cm.
7. Incorrect position of RJ45 connector, weathered connector assembled without proper RJ45
alignment. Note, that it is too deep in the connector.
8. RJ45 connector position if it is aligned during weatherproof connector assembly „in-place”.
Ethernet Management Connection Configuration
Before you proceed to initial link setup with Web GUI, you must perform Ethernet connection
configuration by following these steps:
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Step 1.
In “MS Windows” operational system go to Start  Settings  Network connections (or
Start  Settings  Control panel  Network connections)
Step 2.
Find „Local Area Connection‟, click right mouse button on it and choose „Properties‟
Step 3.
Click on „Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)‟ from the list in the dialog box and then click on
„Properties‟
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Configuration and Management
In the dialog box enter the following values (so that your PC is in the same subnet as
default LigoPTP 24 addresses):
Now you are ready to connect to Web GUI or establish Telnet connection.
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Power over Ethernet Injection
You must have Power over Ethernet sourcing equipment (provided power>25W) to connect the laptop
to the LigoPTP 24 FODU. It is possible to use passive injectors, utilizing spare leads. Refer to chapter
Pinouts for detailed information on pinouts. Power over Ethernet injector can be purchased from
LigoWave as an optional accessory. Below is an example of a passive and active Power over Ethernet
injector, as well as its application scheme.
Figure 8 – Passive Power over Ethernet Injector (P/N I0ATPI01)
Figure 9 – Power over Ethernet Passive Injector Application
This passive injector features shielded RJ-45 jacks. This along with the metal housing helps reduce
the effects of EMI. A ground lug and terminal is provided directly on the injector housing providing
superior grounding. The cast aluminum housing includes integral mounting feet for easy installation.
Figure 10 –Power over Ethernet Active Injector (P/N I0ATPI02) Front and Back Views
This active injector is Power over Ethernet supply with integral DC injector, so separate power supply
and injector is not required. Injector is enclosed in impact resistant polycarbonate housing.
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Termination Panel for 4 E1 and with Power Injector (LigoPTPTP4)
Along with the LigoPTP 24 Full Outdoor Unit, the LigoPTP 24-TP4 panel (P/N I0GTP401) can be used
for LigoPTP interface termination; the LigoPTP-TP4 panel terminates the following ports:
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E1 ports: the unit passes four balanced E1 signals coming from the FODU to the termination
panel, providing four unbalanced 75Ω E1 ports with the BNC connector or four balanced 120Ω E1
ports with the RJ-45 socket (see Figure 2.9. for details).
WAN port: Ethernet 10/100Base-T port for connection with the equipment at user side;
FODU port: Ethernet 10/100Base-T for connection with the LigoPTP 24 FODU;
4E1 port: balanced interface for 4 E1 channels to/from the LigoPTP 24 FODU;
Grounding screw: for proper grounding of the termination panel.
Additionally, the termination panel provides power to the LigoPTP 24 FODU by means of the Power
over Ethernet (not 802.3af) technology, which utilizes spare leads on the cable to the LigoPTP 24
FODU from the FODU port connector and provides appropriate voltage (48V) and power (>25W) (see
the Figure below).
Figure 11 – Termination Panel for the LigoPTP 24 FODU; the E1 Port Numbers on the Front Panel Correspond to
the LigoPTP 24 FODU Port Numbering
The termination panel also features full surge protection, meeting ITU-T K.20/K.21/K.44/K.45
recommendations and ETSI ETS 301 489 standard.
The panel does not provide serial management port (RS-232); the serial port can only be
used by directly connecting to the FODU.
Power LEDs on the termination panel show if the power is being fed to the termination panel (Green
LED), and if the LigoPTP 24 FODU is powered on (Yellow).
The LigoPTP-TP4 unit is optional and can be used with any of the LigoPTP 24 Full Outdoor Units. It is
frequency and capacity independent.
LigoPTP-TP4 panel mechanical data:
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Dimensions (HxWxD): 44 x 482.6 x 54 mm;
Weight: 0.6 kg.
Connection with Web Interface
It is recommended to use the following web-browsers (and all later versions):
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IE v. 6.0
Mozilla Firefox v. 2.0.0.11
Safari v. 3.0
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Opera v. 9.50
After web browsers selection, open it and enter address of the FODU (Figure 2.10).
It is important to know the Side parameter of the FODU to which you want to connect;
whether the factory settings are loaded in FODU.
If Low Side -> IP: 192.168.205.10
If High Side -> IP: 192.168.205.11
Figure 12 – LigoPTP 24 FODU IP Address
The default username and password for Web access are:
username: admin
password: changeme
If the IP address is correct, and your browser is recommended (with a suitable version), you can see
the text confirming that your browser is accepted. After that you will be redirected to the “real” page. If
the IP address is not valid, you will not get configuration interface, but if your browser is not accepted
(not recommended or there are problems with the version), you will see the text informing that there
are problems with the browser. You can push the button Continue Anyway to be redirected to the
“real” page.
If everything is correct, you will see the main window of the WEB Interface. If in the field displaying
Local and/or Remote system values there are problems (configured values are not the same for Local
and Remote, or there is a problem with parameter value), the appropriate cell will be highlighted in red
colour.
If the WEB page is not shown correctly, try purging browser cookies, cache and offline
data and restarting the browser.
All the commands, which will be executed from the WEB GUI, will be translated to CLI
commands and will be executed as in CLI.
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Figure 13 –Web Interface - Main Window
Interface Description
WEB interface consists of four parts, they are:
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Top panel, that allows to log out and gives information about device type, software version, device
name, IP, serial number and uptime;
Menu panel that is used to open links to other pages;
Status summary for local and remote devices: this section is available while browsing other
pages.
The main panel where the new pages selected from the menu panel are loaded for display;
Also, special marks are used:
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Entries highlighted in red indicate that specific parameters do not comply with the norms of normal
operation. For example: value is out of range; local value is not equal to the remote value and vice
versa (only in some places); no value data (N/D).
If the entry is highlighted in yellow, this means warning condition.
If the value place reads „N/D‟, this means „No Data‟.
If the value place reads „N/A‟, this means „Not Available‟.
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Figure 14 – Web Interface - Main Window with Section Numbering
Command Execution
There is a “Main configuration” page shown in Figure 15 – Web Interface - IP Configuration Page with
Numbering. The entire page is divided into smaller fragments:
1. The header of page;
2. Sub-header of single type configuration parameters;
3. Execution controls related to a single type configuration parameters.
4. Execute configuration button executes configuration changes only on the local side LigoPTP
24 FODU, but Execute for both executes configuration changes on both remote and local
side LigoPTP 24 FODUs. Enabling rollback feature allows going back to previous configuration
in case of management connectivity loss.
5. Write to config file button, which generates “cfg write” CLI command, which saves changed
configuration;
6. Configuration parameter name;
7. Configuration parameter current value;
8. Comments (not on every page).
Execute for both is available in Main configuration section, configuring simultaneously the local and
remote side radio, modem or ATPC parameters only. Connection between both management CPUs
must be established in order to complete successfully configuration execution for both sides.
Rollback on feature is intended to maintain connectivity of the LigoPTP 24 link by cancelling last
erroneous configuration changes and reverting to previous successful configuration used. Rollback will
activate only if you lose connection to WEB interface of LigoPTP 24 FODU after configuration changes
applied, and reverting process will take approx. 3 minutes.
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After parameter value editing, when the focus from this object is removed, this parameter value edit
box may be highlighted in red, meaning that entered value is not valid.
If Execute configuration or Execute for both buttons are pressed, and one or several configuration
values edit boxes is/are highlighted in red, the user will see error message with the explanation text.
Figure 15 – Web Interface - IP Configuration Page with Numbering
Initial Configuration with Web GUI
Your connected laptop should be in the same subnet with manageable LigoPTP 24, so you can see
them. That is why, the laptop Ethernet port settings should be set as follows: (in „Microsoft Windows‟
go to Control panel  Network Connections  Local Area Connection  Properties  Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)  Properties):
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IP address 192.168.205.1;
netmask 255.255.255.0;
everything else is blank.
LigoPTP 24 FODU must be powered up using dedicated Power over Ethernet injector with
load power at least 25W. See Chapter 2.2.4 for details.
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The next step is to connect to LigoPTP 24 FODU by entering IP in the browser address line – which is
by default 192.168.205.10 for the low side and 192.168.205.11 for the high side. In case you are not
sure which side you are managing at the moment, you can try both default IP addresses.
Currently supported browsers you can use are „Internet Explorer‟, „Mozilla Firefox‟, „Opera‟, and
„Safari‟.
Figure 16 – Supported Browsers
When you are connected to the LigoPTP 24 FODU, you will see the window similar to the one shown
in Figure 13 –Web Interface - Main Window.
To start simple configuration process, you must proceed with the configuration wizard which will set up
the main parameters of the link to make it work. So, the first step is to go to „Configuration 
Configuration wizard‟ as shown below in the Figure 17 – Starting Configuration Wizard.
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Figure 17 – Starting Configuration Wizard
Initially, you can specify preferable system name, passwords for guest and admin accounts.
Default password for “admin” account is changeme.
“guest” account is disabled by default!
The next time you will try to access the Web GUI management, you will be asked to enter the user
name (guest or admin) and user password.
It is highly recommended to name the system after its geographical location.
By default, system name is „LigoPTP‟.
Figure 18 – STEP 1. Defining System Name and Passwords for “guest” and “admin” Accounts
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After accepting and pressing Next step >> button, you will be redirected to the second configuration
wizard screen, where you will be asked to define the network IP settings by entering IP address, IP
mask, default gateway and remote link side IP address.
Figure 19 – STEP 2. Defining IP address, mask, default gateway and remote IP address
The third screen of the wizard is devoted to the modem configuration and requires specifying utilized
bandwidth (7, 14 or 28 MHz), modulation type (QPSK, 16APSK or 32APSK) and the number of E1
channels (from 0 to 4 possible channels); besides, the modem data status is being shown.
These configuration parameters will determine overall link capacity.
Figure 20 – Defining modem bandwidth, modulation and the number of E1 channels
The next step is radio configuration. It primarily shows the radio data status and allows specifying the
main radio parameters – Tx power (the minimum value is –2, –1 or 0 dBm and the maximum – 17, 18
or 19 dBm, which depends on the modulation chosen) and Tx frequency which should be certainly
already known to you regarding the channel plan and the frequency regulation issues.
Figure 21 – STEP 4. Defining radio Tx power and frequency
The final screen allows checking the selected settings and applying them. The optional settings are as
follows:
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Clear cfg file before the new settings will take place – resetting or keeping all the other parameters,
not mentioned here, after configuration execution
Set local machine time – uses the time of your laptop
Write this configuration into cfg file – configuration is automatically written in configuration file
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Figure 22 – STEP 5. Checking settings and executing configuration
To verify the settings, we can go to Status or the main screen, which is the first option in the
navigation panel. If there are no „red fields‟, everything is set correctly and the link is up.
Command Prompt Interface
The LigoPTP 24 equipment can be monitored and configured by using command interface described
in this chapter.
This process is performed by connecting to the Telnet terminal via the Ethernet management port; the
Telnet management supports only one client.
The command line management interface offers the widest configuration and monitoring functionality.
The available commands for Telnet management are found in detailed explanation of Web GUI
windows, as well as in tables of additional commands.
− To end Telnet session press Ctrl+D. Opening the session again, the prompt will appear
to enter username and password.
− For default (factory) usernames and passwords please refer to chapter Configuration
File.
Syntactic notes for command prompt commands
 Commands are in bold font.
 All arguments (variables) are in italic font.
 Subcommands and keywords are in regular font.
 Arguments in square brackets ([ ]) are optional but required arguments are in angle
brackets (<>).
 Alternative keywords are grouped in braces ( {} ) and separated by vertical bars
 ( | ).
 The usage of each command is displayed if the command followed by the “?” (or any
unrecognizable string) is entered, e.g., radio ?
The management system is automatically restarted if it freezes. This is performed by the
watchdog timer. Restarting of the management system does not affect (interrupt) the
E1/Ethernet traffic.
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RS-232 Serial Management Port
The RS-232 serial management port provides terminal management via a connected PC or another
terminal device or modem.
The terminal connected to the serial management port provides the same management functionality as
Telnet interfaces (refer to chapter Telnet Connection). In order to interconnect the LigoPTP 24 FODU
and the management terminal directly through serial ports, a “straight through” modem cable is
required.
Figure 23 – Serial connection options to LigoPTP 24 FODU
When using modems, the management terminal is connected with the LigoPTP 24 FODU remotely
through a telephone line. In this case, the modem connected with the LigoPTP 24 FODU should be set
to Auto Answer mode.
In order to connect the console to the Radio via RS-232 interface, the serial port of the management
console should be configured as 19200 8-N-1, no data flow control.
To connect the PC to the RS232 management port using Hyper Terminal program (program is
included in any Windows version), proceed as described below.
Step 1.
Connect the PC to the RS232 serial port by means of “straight through” or modem serial
cable (null-cable).
Step 2.
Run “Hyper Terminal” program.
Step 3.
Make a New connection and enter connection name.
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Step 5.
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Choose port (COM1 or COM2).
Set port settings (bits per second: 19200, data bits: 8, parity: none, stop bits: 1, data
flow control: none).
Step 6.
Press OK
Step 7.
Press Enter. Password is disabled by default.
If successfully connected, the prompt should appear as in the picture below.
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Telnet Connection
The Telnet connection to the LigoPTP 24 FODU is carried out using the Ethernet management
connection. Please refer to chapter Assembling the Ethernet Cable Connector for Ethernet
management port connection details.
When you are ready to connect to Telnet interface, please follow these steps:
Step 1
Go to Start  Run…
Step 2
Type in telnet , where  is IP address of the LigoPTP 24 FODU you
want to connect to (refer to the LigoPTP 24 FODU label explanation in chapter Labeling)
Step 3
If the Ethernet management connection is configured properly, you will see a window
similar to the one shown below, where you will be asked to enter login and password.
Default login is identical to WEB login name:
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password – changeme
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After you have correctly entered the login and password, you are ready to work with all the available
command prompt commands.
Initial Configuration with Command Prompt
Configuration steps using command prompt are as follows:
Step 1.
Check the system settings with command status
Step 2.
Configuration required parameters:

Tx power with the command radio txpower [];

Tx frequency with the command radio freq [];

Channel bandwidth with the command „modem bandwidth <7|14|28>‟, where you can choose
among 7, 14 or 28 MHz values;
Before you set above mentioned parameters, you must know what frequency and
bandwidth you may use and at what power you may transmit.

Modulation with the command modem modulation  [wide] [ACM];

Number of E1 channels with the command e1 set ;

Name of LigoPTP 24 FODU with the command system name . Default name is
„LigoPTP‟;

IP address with the command net ip addr , if it is necessary;

IP mask with the command net ip mask  , if it is necessary;

IP default gateway with the command net ip gw  , if it is necessary;

Remote IP address with the command net ip remaddr , if it is necessary;
Step 3.
Save settings with the command cfg write; restarting with the command system reset;
Step 4.
Check the settings made, modem and radio status with the commands status, modem
status and radio status respectively.
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Status Window
Status Window
The main window in the Web GUI is the status window, which shows all the main system parameters,
and, in case of failure or any other problem, it tints a specific parameter in red.
To better understand what is exactly shown in the status window, we will go through every field of the
status window.
1.
Shows the name of this LigoPTP 24 FODU, its IP address, serial number and uptime since the
last restart. If uptime is displayed in red, the connection to LigoPTP 24 management port was lost;
2.
Shows the firmware version this LigoPTP 24 FODU is currently using;
3.
Logout button allows ending the current Web GUI management session and logging in as a
different user if necessary. After pressing the button, you are automatically redirected to the login
page;
4.
The tree of Web GUI sections;
5.
Shows short summary of the main operational parameters of local and remote system.
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Rx level (or RSL) at both ends must not differ significantly from the previously calculated
value.
Modulation indicates which modulation mode is used. For better operation the same
modulation must be set at both ends.
Radial MSE is explained below in the chapter Radial MSE.
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Status Window
LDPC is explained below in the chapter LDPC.
Radio data status – shows if management CPU was able to read data from radio;
Radio side – shows the radio side of local and remote LigoPTP 24 (command line – radio side);
Tx mute – shows if transmitter is currently muted;
Tx power – shows current transmitter power in dBm (command line - radio status or status);
ATPC – shows the amount of current ATPC correction in dBm (command line – atpc status);
Rx level – shows current level of received signal. It must not differ significantly from the previously
calculated value (command line - radio status or status);
Duplex shift – shows the margin between the transmitting and receiving frequencies (command line radio status);
Tx frequency – shows the transmitting frequency (command line - radio status);
Rx frequency – shows the receiving frequency (command line - radio status);
Configuration file – shows which configuration the modem is currently using (command line –
modem configuration);
Bandwidth – shows width of currently utilized bandwidth in MHz (command line – modem status or
status);
Modulation – shows modulation mode set (command line – modem status or status);
Total capacity – shows total capacity set (command line – modem status);
Ethernet capacity – shows Ethernet capacity set (command line – modem status or status);
E1 channels – shows the number of E1 channels set. The number must be equal at both ends
(command line – modem status or status);
Modem data status – shows if management CPU was able to read data from modem;
Modem status – indicates the acquire status of the modem. „ACQUIRE_IN_PROGRESS‟ will appear
during start-up, when modem acquires required parameters, but in normal operation mode
„ACQUIRE_LOCKED‟ will be seen. Any other options designate failure (command line – modem
status or status);
Last acquire error – indicates the reason of the modem acquisition error. In normal operation mode
„ACQUIRE_SUCCESS‟ will be seen, any other option designates the reason of acquisition error
(command line - modem status or status);
Radial MSE – shows radial mean square error value. Refer to the chapter Radial MSE for detailed
description (command line - modem status or status);
LDPC decoder stress – shows the load of LDPC (low-density parity-check code) decoder. Refer to
chapter LDPC for detailed description (command line – modem status or status);
ACM engine – shows if ACM (Adaptive Coding and Modulation) engine is running (command line –
modem status or status);
Current modulation Rx/Tx – shows the modulation modes currently utilized (command line – modem
status);
Current total capacity Rx/Tx – shows the current capacities in both directions (command line –
modem status);
Current ethernet capacity Rx/Tx – shows the current Ethernet capacities in both directions
(command line – modem status);
Diagnostics data status – shows if system parameters are in acceptable margins (command line diagnostics);
System temperature – shows the device internal temperature in degrees by Celsius (command line diagnostics or status);
Modem temperature – shows the temperature on modem in degrees by Celsius (command line diagnostics or status);
Input voltage – shows the input voltage of PSU in volts (command line - diagnostics);
Current – shows the current of PSU in amperes (command line - diagnostics);
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Consume power – shows the amount of power consumed by PSU in watts (command line diagnostics).
Tx polarization – shows transmission polarization and position of connectors and wires at the local
side (command line - diagnostics).
Radial MSE
Radial MSE is a method for estimating the signal to noise ratio. ACM engine uses normalized MSE,
which is the inverse of SNR. It is calculated by dividing the estimated MSE level with the energy of the
received constellation. Radial MSE peak value threshold is dependent on modulation used and LDPC
code rate.
If the Radial MSE value trespasses following thresholds, BER at the output of LDPC decoder will reach
-6
the value of 1.010 :
QPSK
16APSK
32APSK
Standard
-8 dB
-13 dB
-15.5 dB
Wide
-10.5 dB
-18 dB
-21.5 dB
LDPC
The LDPC is monitored for the number of errors being corrected on the input of LDPC decoder (see
figure below).
Figure 24 – LDPC decoder structure
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LDPC stress value thresholds @ BER 1.010 :


-2
for standard settings ~ 4.010 ;
-3
for "wide" option ~ 1.010
As long as LDPC stress value is under the specified thresholds, the amount of errors (and BER itself)
on the output of LDPC remains at zero level.
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Detailed Configuration in Web
Configuration section in Web interface allows customizing your system to suit your specific needs.
Main Configuration
The main configuration window provides the configuration of most vital system parameters, including
the ones in configuration wizard as well as some other important parameters. Below is a short
explanation of provided customization fields.
Radio Configuration
Radio data status – shows if management CPU was able to read data from radio;
Radio side – shows if radio side you are currently viewing is low or high (command line – radio side);
Tx power – allows you to define transmitter power. If the RSL is too high (much higher than normal 50dBm), you might want to lower transmitter power. Too high Rx level (>20 dBm) may even result in
synchronization loss. The minimum and maximal values you can choose are dependent on modulation
type and LigoPTP 24 model. Maximal and minimal Tx power values are shown in the brackets.
(command line - radio txpower []);
Tx frequency (22014000..22582000 KHz) – allows you to enter preferable transmitter frequency,
hence defining utilized channel (command line - radio txfreq []);
Rx frequency – shows the current receiver utilized frequency (command line - radio freq);
Duplex shift – shows the duplex shift between the transmitter frequency and receiver frequency
(command line - radio duplexshift);
Tx mute – allows turning transmitter power off. It may be effective when diagnosing on interference
existence – when transmitter power of one side is off, you should not experience significant RSL on
the other side (command line - radio txmute [on|off]);
Pressing Execute configuration applies changes made to the corresponding section only for the local
side LigoPTP 24 FODU. If “Rollback on is selected, configuration will be reverted in case of erroneous
configuration changes applied.
Pressing Execute for both applies changes made to the corresponding section both for local and
remote side LigoPTP 24 FODUs.
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ATPC Configuration
To configure ATPC, it is necessary to set Rx (remote) “min” and “max” values and enable the ATPC
feature.
ATPC update period and ATPC delta are recommended to be left unchanged. It is also possible to
change the limit of Tx power correction.
Note, that ATPC is mechanism for reducing Tx power, that‟s why to make proper use of
ATPC, transmitter power (Tx power) must be set to the maximum value.
ATPC function – allows enabling or disabling ATPC (Automatic Transmit Power Control). By default
this feature is disabled (command line – atpc [enable|disable]);
ATPC update period (1..5) – allows defining the period in seconds in which ATPC parameters are
being updated. By default the update period is 1 second (command line – atpc delay );
ATPC delta (1 .. 5 dB) – allows defining ATPC delta - an increment or decrement in which Tx power is
being changed. It is highly unadvisable to change this parameter (command line – atpc delta );
Tx power correction – displays the amount of transmitter power in decibels ATPC has currently
corrected (command line – atpc status);
Tx power correction limit (-19..-1 dB) – allows defining the amount of dB ATPC will be able to
correct regarding initial Tx power value (command line – atpc limit );
Remote device status – shows if management CPU was able to read data from remote management
CPU;
Rx (remote) level maximum (-60..-20 dBm) – allows defining the maximum Rx level. ATPC Tx power
correction will be performed only in case of exceeding this defined maximum Rx level (command line –
atpc rxmax );
Rx (remote) level minimum (-90..-50 dBm) – allows defining the minimum Rx level. ATPC Tx power
correction will be performed only in case of exceeding this defined maximum Rx level (command line –
atpc rxmin );
Pressing Execute configuration applies changes made to the corresponding section only for the local
side LigoPTP 24 FODU. If Rollback on is selected, configuration will be reverted in case of erroneous
configuration changes applied.
Pressing Execute for both applies changes made to the corresponding section both for local and
remote side LigoPTP 24 FODUs.
ATPC Algorithm
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ACM can be implemented together with automatic transmit power control (ATPC), complimentary
features that enhance overall system performance. ATPC reduces the average transmitted power as
well as CCI and adjacent-channel interference (ACI), which is caused by extraneous power from a
signal in an adjacent channel. It also enables a more efficient and cost-effective network frequency
plan and deployment, as well as eliminating some of the receivers‟ “upfade” problems by changing the
transmitted power according to the link momentary conditions. The lower average Tx power also
extends the equipment‟s mean time between failures.
ATPC can be used together with ACM to control the transmitted power in any given ACM profile.
Different algorithms can be implemented to achieve maximal spectral efficiency or minimal transmitted
power using both features in combination. One implementation could target maximal spectral efficacy
by trying to reach the highest ACM profile, while the other is willing to compromise on some of the
spectral efficiency enabling CCI and ACI reduction. In any chosen algorithm, ATPC reduces the
average transmitted power, benefiting each ACM profile and any link condition.
The local LigoPTP 24 FODU receives information (each second) about Rx level from the far-end
LigoPTP 24 FODU through the service channel; depending on the received Rx level parameter, the
local LigoPTP 24 FODU adjusts the transmitter power in accordance with the algorithm shown below.
Figure 25 – ATPC algorithm
Modem Configuration
Modem data status – shows if management CPU was able to read data from modem;
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Bandwidth – allows choosing between 7, 14 and 28 MHz bandwidths available. The default value is 7
MHz. This option is dependent on what bandwidth you have purchased. The wider bandwidth you
have, the higher will be the overall link bitrate. The maximum bitrate of 108 Mbps is possible when
using 28 MHz bandwidth (command line – modem bandwidth 7|14|28);
Modulation – allows choosing between QPSK, 16APSK and 32APSK modulation. The default value is
QPSK. The higher modulation order is, the higher the overall link bitrate, but worse RSL. The
maximum bitrate of 108 Mbps is possible when using 32APSK modulation (command line – modem
modulation QPSK|16APSK|32APSK [wide] [ACM]). See below the explanation for Adaptive Coding
and Modulation and wide options;
Number of E1 channels (0..4) – allows choosing preferable number of E1 channels to be used. When
the total capacity is over 100Mbps, number of E1 channels does not influence the total Ethernet
capacity (100Mbps), otherwise Ethernet capacity is  - *2,048
[Mbps]. By default E1 channels are turned off (command line – e1 set );
Configuration file – allows you to choose optional modem configuration file. This option is for specific
requirements that are not included in default set of configuration options (command line – modem
configuration show||embedded);
Pressing Execute configuration applies changes made to the corresponding section only for the local
side LigoPTP 24 FODU. If Rollback on is selected, configuration will be reverted in case of erroneous
configuration changes applied.
Pressing Execute for both applies changes made to the corresponding section both for local and
remote side LigoPTP 24 FODUs.
Adaptive code and modulation (ACM) technology allows operators to achieve high-capacity data
transmission over microwave links and improve the link utilization. This reduces both operational and
capital expenditures for maintaining high-capacity links. ACM can maintain the highest link spectral
efficiency possible at any given time in any link condition.
In traditional voice-dominated wireless backhaul transmission networks, service availability levels of
99.995% are the norm.
However, newer services such as Internet browsing, video streaming and video conferencing can
operate at more relaxed availability levels. With use of QoS prioritizing ACM can allocate the required
availability based on the priority. As a result, high-priority services such as voice enjoy 99.995%
availability, while low-priority services like video streaming are allocated lower priorities.
Use of QoS prioritizing defines which services should be transmitted under any link condition and
which services should be adapted whenever the link condition is degraded and the link payload is
decreased.
For example, when bad weather has decreased the channel capacity of a link, ACM maintains highpriority services – such as E1 channels – with full bandwidth capacity while adapting the bandwidth
capacity of low- and mid-priority services such as Internet browsing (see figure below).
Figure 26 – ACM bandwidth capacity adaptation
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Traffic can be mapped into different priorities, which define the level of service for each application.
Figure 26 – ACM bandwidth capacity adaptation illustrates how different services – such as rich voice
and video – are mapped into different classes of availability (CoA) such as 99.995% or 99.985%.
The implementation of multiple priorities increases the available capacity up to 10 times that of
standard links. When conditions are clear, the wireless link operates at maximum capacity and
provides all services with the full data rate. When link conditions are poor – during harsh rain, for
example – predefined high-availability services such as voice are not affected. However, the capacity
of low-priority services is adapted dynamically to the changing link conditions. This is done by
provisioning bandwidth according to the link conditions and traffic priority.
An ACM profile defines the link parameters (modulation) for a given range of the Radial MSE. The
Radial MSE range of each profile defines the threshold for switching from one ACM profile to another.
Each ACM profile has a different spectral efficiency, derived from its modulation.
The receiver continuously monitors the link condition based on Radial MSE value.
Once the estimators at the receiver side show that the link performance is not suitable for the current
ACM profile, an ACM switching process will be initiated. In case of degradation in the link performance,
the new ACM profile will include lower modulation, decreasing the link bitrate. The ACM switching rate
is measured in dB/s and is a key feature of ACM systems.
In general, the higher the switching rate, the better the system‟s immunity to rapid Radial MSE
changes. When the switching is being executed, the payload rate is being modified to fit the
aggregated data rate to the new available link data rate.
Alternatively, ACM can also be used to increase the link distance, resulting in added link spectral
efficiency. The same concept is implemented as previously, with the margins that were kept for
99.995-percent bandwidth availability now used to increase the link distance. Whenever the link
conditions are degraded, the system will switch to an ACM profile with lower spectral efficiency to
enable maintaining the link.
The following real-world example illustrates the benefits of ACM. Consider a LigoPTP 24 link operating
at 23 GHz with 28 MHz channel spacing and 45.9 dB (120 cm) antenna gain. The link is operating in a
moderate rain region similar to central Europe with a distance of 30 kilometers.
The system operation is set to a minimal payload of four E1 connections plus 34 Mbps Ethernet for
99.995% availability.
Using the new ACM technology, the system was able to operate most of the time at 108 Mbps,
depending on the link conditions.
Most of the time the system would support a 100Mbps Ethernet connection instead of a 34 Mbps
connection. The system automatically monitored the link conditions and changed the capacity without
interrupting the data transmission (hitless changes), as shown in figure below.
Figure 27 – Link availability and classes of services
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In comparison similar system using 32QAM and providing similar capacity would provide only 99,981%
of availability. Besides, lack of ACM would not provide higher availability. You would have to decrease
the distance, decrease modulation or increase antenna sizes to achieve 99,995% availability for the
given link.
This example demonstrates how the new technology, based on an ACM mechanism, can play a key
role in the development of cost-effective next-generation wireless access networks, by taking
advantage of traffic evolution from synchronous TDM traffic to packet IP-based traffic.
The wide option allows increasing overall capacity of the link in terms of deteriorating RSL sensitivity
threshold. Note, that using 32APSK with total capacity of 100Mbps, LigoPTP 24 automatically uses
"better sensitivity" mode, but incrementally enabling E1 channels, LigoPTP 24 adapts it's forward error
correction, till the maximum 108Mbps capacity (100Mbps Ethernet + 4E1) is enabled and LigoPTP 24
operates in "wide" mode. For more details refer to table in chapter Cable Requirements.
Loopback Configuration
Loopback tests are accessible using local or remote management methods.
For safety purposes all loopbacks (local and remote) can be set on a fixed time interval only. If no time
interval is specified, the default value is 60 seconds (1 minute).
Figure 28 – Loopback Modes
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
E1 loopback mode loops signal back to local end in bounds of E1 interface. E1 loopback mode
must be set on the particular channel you are wishing to test. If no E1 channels are selected, E1
loopback mode is not available;
NEAR loopback mode loops signal back to local end after the modem;
IF loopback mode loops signal back to local end by linking intermediate frequencies.
Loopback – allows choosing loopback mode and its activity time in seconds (command line –
loopback) {status | none | if | modem | e1{1|2|3|4}} [

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