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BSF3604-470-490-DP-AC
UHF Fiber Optic Repeater
Part Number: 61-102001
Product Description and User’s Manual
Document No. 61-102001HBK
This document is valid for the
BSF3604-470-490-DP-AC (470/490MHz) Repeaters for the US Market
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Product Description and User’s Manual
Table of Contents
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Notices .................................................................................................................................. 4
Copyright © 2015 Axell Wireless Ltd .................................................................................. 4
Contact Information ............................................................................................................ 4
About This Manual .............................................................................................................. 5
Compliance with FCC ......................................................................................................... 6
1.4.1
FCC Part 15 ............................................................................................................. 6
1.4.2
Unauthorized Changes to Equipment ...................................................................... 6
1.4.3
FCC RF Exposure Limits ......................................................................................... 6
1.4.4
Antenna Installation ................................................................................................. 7
1.4.5
Compliance with FCC deployment rule regarding the radiation of noise ................. 7
1.4.6
General Safety Warnings Concerning Use of This System ..................................... 9
Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 11
Features and Capabilities ................................................................................................. 12
Automatic Level Control ................................................................................................... 13
Operating Temperature .................................................................................................... 13
Management WEB GUI .................................................................................................... 14
Interfaces .......................................................................................................................... 14
2.5.1
Securing the Unit ................................................................................................... 14
2.5.2
External Interfaces ................................................................................................. 15
2.5.3
Internal Interfaces .................................................................................................. 16
Antenna and Repeater Installation Requirements .......................................................... 17
BSF-3604 Installation Requirements ................................................................................ 17
3.1.1
Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................... 17
3.1.2
Criteria for Repeater Installation Location ............................................................. 17
3.1.3
RF Cable Installation Guidelines ........................................................................... 18
3.1.4
F/O Cable Installation Guidelines .......................................................................... 18
3.2 Service Antenna Requirements ........................................................................................ 18
3.2.1
Required Antenna Information ............................................................................... 18
3.2.2
Indoor Installations ................................................................................................. 19
3.2.2.1
Recommended Antennas ................................................................................... 19
3.2.2.2
Recommended Splitters and Couplers .............................................................. 19
3.2.2.3
Installation Criteria ............................................................................................. 20
3.2.3
Service (Mobile) Antenna Installation Criteria ........................................................ 20
3.3 RF Cabling Requirements ................................................................................................ 20
3.1
Installation .......................................................................................................................... 21
Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 21
Mount the Repeater .......................................................................................................... 21
4.2.1
Selecting a Location to Ensure Proper Cooling ..................................................... 22
4.2.2
Wall-Mounting Preparation .................................................................................... 22
4.2.3
Mount the Repeater on the Wall ............................................................................ 24
4.3 Grounding ......................................................................................................................... 26
4.4 Ensure Good Electromagnetic Vulnerability (EMV) Protection ......................................... 27
4.5 Fiber Optic Connection ..................................................................................................... 29
4.6 External Alarm and Relay Connections ............................................................................ 31
4.6.1
External Alarm ....................................................................................................... 31
4.6.2
Relay ...................................................................................................................... 31
4.7 Power and Backup Battery ............................................................................................... 32
4.7.1
Circuit Breaker ....................................................................................................... 32
4.7.2
Power Connections ................................................................................................ 32
4.7.2.1
Backup Battery ................................................................................................... 33
4.7.2.2
Connecting the Power Source ........................................................................... 33
4.7.3
Power ON .............................................................................................................. 34
4.7.3.1
Switching Power ON .......................................................................................... 34
4.1
4.2
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4.7.3.2
Verifying LEDs ................................................................................................... 34
4.8 Closing and Securing the Repeater .................................................................................. 34
BSF-3604 Commissioning................................................................................................. 35
Open a Session to the BSF-3604 via the OMU II ............................................................. 35
BSF-3604 Optical Loss Adjustment (OLA) ....................................................................... 36
RF Balancing .................................................................................................................... 38
5.3.1
Manual RF Balancing ............................................................................................ 38
5.3.2
Automatic BSF-3604 RF Balancing ....................................................................... 40
5.4 Integration into the Axell Element Manager (AEM) .......................................................... 41
5.5 What Next? ....................................................................................................................... 41
5.1
5.2
5.3
BSF-3604 Full GUI Description ......................................................................................... 42
Opening a Direct Web Session ........................................................................................ 42
6.1.1
Connecting Locally ................................................................................................ 42
6.1.2
Remote Connection and Login .............................................................................. 43
6.2 Navigating the Web Interface ........................................................................................... 44
6.2.1
Management Options Buttons ............................................................................... 45
6.2.2
Home Screen Overview ......................................................................................... 46
6.2.3
Configuration Screen Overview ............................................................................. 47
6.3 Configuring General Parameters ...................................................................................... 48
6.3.1
Site Information – BSF-3604 Identification ............................................................ 48
6.3.2
Date & Time ........................................................................................................... 49
6.3.3
Configure External Alarms ..................................................................................... 49
6.3.4
IP Address ............................................................................................................. 50
6.4 Remote Communication Setup ......................................................................................... 51
6.4.1
TCP/IP and Ethernet .............................................................................................. 51
6.4.2
Modem Setup ........................................................................................................ 52
6.4.2.1
Packet Switched Modem Configuration (GSM/GPRS) ...................................... 52
6.4.2.2
Circuit Switched Modem (PSTN/GSM) .............................................................. 53
6.4.2.3
SIM-card Using Single Numbering Scheme ....................................................... 53
6.5 SNMP Support .................................................................................................................. 54
6.5.1
SNMP Traps Parameters ....................................................................................... 54
6.5.2
Activating and Configuring the SNMP Agent ......................................................... 54
6.6 User Accounts .................................................................................................................. 55
6.6.1
Default User Accounts ........................................................................................... 55
6.6.2
User Access Levels ............................................................................................... 56
6.6.3
Change Password ................................................................................................. 56
6.7 Reboot .............................................................................................................................. 57
6.8 Axell Shell (Command Line Interface) .............................................................................. 57
6.9 Attribute Reference ........................................................................................................... 58
6.1
Monitoring, Fault Sourcing and Maintenance ................................................................. 59
Cautions and General Statements ................................................................................... 59
Monitoring Via the BSF-3604 Home Screen .................................................................... 60
7.2.1
General Page Area ................................................................................................ 61
7.2.2
Detailed view of the BSF-3604 RF Status ............................................................. 61
7.2.3
Detailed view of Fiber Optic Unit ........................................................................... 62
7.2.4
Subsystems ........................................................................................................... 62
7.3 Logs Screen ..................................................................................................................... 63
7.4 Module LEDs .................................................................................................................... 64
7.4.1
Control Module LEDs ............................................................................................. 65
7.4.2
F/O Converter LEDs .............................................................................................. 66
7.4.3
Power Supply LEDs ............................................................................................... 67
7.1
7.2
Appendix A - Specification .......................................................................................................... 68
Appendix B - F/O Cleaning Procedure ........................................................................................ 69
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1.1
Notices
Copyright © 2015 Axell Wireless Ltd
All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be copied, distributed, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval
system, or translated into any human or computer language without the prior written permission of
Axell Wireless Ltd.
The manufacturer has made every effort to ensure that the instructions contained in this document
are adequate and free of errors and omissions. The manufacturer will, if necessary, explain issues
which may not be covered by this document. The manufacturer's liability for any errors in the
document is limited to the correction of errors and the aforementioned advisory services.
This document has been prepared to be used by professional and properly trained personnel, and
the customer assumes full responsibility when using them. The manufacturer welcomes customer
comments as part of the process of continual development and improvement of the documentation
in the best way possible from the user's viewpoint. Please submit your comments to the nearest
Axell Wireless sales representative.
1.2
Contact Information
Headquarters
Axell Wireless
Aerial House
Asheridge Road
Chesham
Buckinghamshire HP5 2QD
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 1494 777000
Fax: +44 1494 777002
Commercial inquiries
Web site
Support issues
Technical Support Line,
English speaking
info@axellwireless.com
www.axellwireless.com
support@axellwireless.com
+44 1494 777 747
Contact information for Axell Wireless offices in other countries can be found on our web site,
www.axellwireless.com
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1.3
About This Manual
This Product Manual provides the following information:
●
Description of the BSF3604-470-490-DP-AC repeater
(hereinafter referred to as BSF-3604)
●
Procedures for installation, setup, configuration and checking the proper operation of the
unit
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Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures
Intended Audience
This Product Manual is intended for experienced technicians and engineers. It is assumed that the
customers installing, operating, and maintaining Axell Wireless Repeaters are familiar with the
basic functionality of Repeaters.
Notice
Confidential - Authorized Customer Use
This document may be used in its complete form only and is solely for the use of Axell Wireless
employees and authorized Axell Wireless channels or customers. The material herein is
proprietary to Axell Wireless. Any unauthorized reproduction, use or disclosure of any part thereof
is strictly prohibited.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Disclaimer of Liability
Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. Axell Wireless reserves the right to
change the contents without prior notice. The information furnished by Axell Wireless in this
document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Axell Wireless assumes no
responsibility for its use. In no event shall Axell Wireless be liable for any damage resulting from
loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and Axell Wireless further disclaims any and all liability
for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages. This disclaimer of liability
applies to all products, publications and services during and after the warranty period.
Safety to Personnel
●
Before installing or replacing any of the equipment, the entire manual should be read and
understood.
●
This equipment is to be installed only in a restricted access location where access is
restricted to is restricted to SERVICE PERSONNEL and to USERS who have been
instructed on the restrictions and the required precautions to be taken.
●
Throughout this manual, there are "Caution" warnings. "Caution" calls attention to a
procedure or practice, which, if ignored, may result in injury or damage to the system,
system component or even the user. Do not perform any procedure preceded by a
"Caution" until the described conditions are fully understood and met.
This notice calls attention to a procedure or practice that, if ignored, may
result in personal injury or in damage to the system or system component. Do
not perform any procedure preceded by a "CAUTION!" until described
conditions are fully understood and met.
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1.4
Compliance with FCC
Part 90 Signal Boosters
THIS IS A 90.219 CLASS B DEVICE
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. This device is designed for installation
by FCC LICENCEES and QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC
LICENCE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to operate this device.
You MUST register Class B signal boosters (as defined in 47 CFR 90.219) online at
www.fcc.gov/signal-boosters/registration.
Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in
excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
The installation procedure must result in the signal booster complying with FCC
requirements 90.219(d). In order to meet FCC requirements 90.219 (d), it may be
necessary for the installer to reduce the UL and/or DL output power for certain
installations.
1.4.1
FCC Part 15
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, this equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to RF reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
●
Reorient or relocate the Donor antenna.
●
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●
Connect the equipment into an power outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
1.4.2
Unauthorized Changes to Equipment
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
1.4.3
FCC RF Exposure Limits
This unit complies with FCC RF exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
can only be installed for applications, driving passive or active DAS systems. All antennas must be
operated at a minimum distance of 47 cm between the radiator and any person’s body.
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1.4.4
Antenna Installation
Installation of an antenna must comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements. The antenna
used for this transmitter must be mounted on permanent structures.
The FCC regulations mandate that the ERP of type B signal boosters should not exceed 5W, this
is equivalent to 8.2W EIRP.
Therefore the max antenna gain allowed for this type of signal booster should be limited to the
values given by equation 1 (below) for the service antenna.
Equation (1) - Max SERVICE antenna gain
Max SERVICE antenna gain (dBi) = 39.1 – (37dBm - # of antennas in dB – cable losses in dB).
For example:
No. of Antennas
10
1.4.5
Cable Losses
Max Allowed Antenna Gain
39.1 - (37-6-3) =11.1dBi
39.1- (37-0-3) = 5.1dbi
39.1- (37-10-3) = 15.1dbi
Compliance with FCC deployment rule regarding the radiation of noise
Good engineering practice must be used in regard to the signal booster’s noise radiation. Thus, the
gain of the signal booster should be set so that the ERP of the output noise from the signal booster
should not exceed the level of -43 dBm in 10 kHz measurement bandwidth.
In the event that the noise level measured exceeds the aforementioned value, the signal booster
gain should be decreased accordingly.
In general, the ERP of noise on a spectrum more than 1 MHz outside of the pass band should not
exceed -70 dBm in a 10 kHz measurement bandwidth.
The BSF-3604 61-102001 Repeater has a noise level of -66 dBm in 10 kHz measurement at 1
MHz spectrum outside the passband of the signal booster and an in-band noise level at around -37
dBm in a 10 kHz bandwidth. Therefore, the noise at the antenna input port should be calculated
based on equation (2).
Equation (2) - Input Noise to service antenna
Input Noise to service antenna:
Noise level + Service antenna gain - Antenna splitter losses in dB - cable loss in dB
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Example: In band Noise
Signal booster connected to 10 service antennas with a 100m long ½ inch cable.
Losses of such a cable with the connectors = ~ 12dB
Gain =~2 dBi
Assuming 10 service antennas: antenna splitter losses = 11 dB
Based on equation (2) Input antenna noise (to the antenna) = -37 + 2 - 12 - 11 = -58 dBm ERP
The in-band input noise to the antenna should be -37 +2 - 12 - 11= -58 dBm ERP
Example: Out of band noise
Signal booster connected to 10 service antennas with a 100m long ½ inch cable.
Losses of such a cable with the connectors = ~ 12dB
Gain =~2 dBi
Assuming 10 service antennas: antenna splitter losses = 11 dB
Based on equation (2) Input antenna noise (to the antenna) = -66 + 2 -12 - 11 = -87 dBm ERP
The Out of-band input noise to the antenna should be -66 + 2 -12 - 11 = -87 dBm ERP
NOTE: In this example there is no need to add an external band pass filter to attenuate the out of
band noise. If fewer antennas are deployed then additional filtering may be required
Conclusion:
Good engineering practice requires that in general when the out of band noise measured at the
service antenna input is more than -70 dBm per 10 kHz measurement bandwidth, an external band
pass filter should be added to attenuate the out of band noise level.
All Axell Wireless repeaters include high selectivity duplexers and filters to attenuate the out of
band noise. Should additional filtering be required, we have a comprehensive range of interference
filters which can be supplied upon request.
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1.4.6
General Safety Warnings Concerning Use of This System
Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of this
product.
Throughout this manual, there are "Caution" warnings. "Caution" calls
attention to a procedure or practice, which, if ignored, may result in injury
or damage to the system, system component or even the user. Do not
perform any procedure preceded by a "Caution" until the described
Caution labels!
conditions are fully understood and met.
Danger:
Electrical Shock
To prevent electrical shock when installing or modifying the system
power wiring, disconnect the wiring at the power source before working
with un insulated wires or terminals.
Before installing or replacing any of the equipment, the entire manual
should be read and understood.
Caution:
Safety to personnel
The user needs to supply the appropriate AC power to the repeater.
Incorrect power settings can damage the repeater and may cause injury
to the user.
Please be aware that the equipment may, during certain conditions
become very warm and can cause minor injuries if handled without any
protection, such as gloves.
RF radiation, arising from transmitter outputs connected to AWL’s
equipment, must be considered a safety hazard.
This condition might only occur in the event of cable disconnection, or
because a ‘spare’ output has been left un-terminated. Either of these
conditions would impair the system’s efficiency. No investigation should
be carried out until all RF power sources have been removed. This would
always be a wise precaution, despite the severe mismatch between the
impedance of an N type connector at 50Ω, and that of free space at
377Ω, which would severely compromise the efficient radiation of RF
power. Radio frequency burns could also be a hazard, if any RF power
carrying components were to be carelessly touched!
Caution:
RF Exposure
Antenna positions should be chosen to comply with requirements (both
local & statutory) regarding exposure of personnel to RF radiation. When
connected to an antenna, the unit is capable of producing RF field
strengths, which may exceed guideline safe values especially if used
with antennas having appreciable gain. In this regard the use of
directional antennas with backscreens and a strict site rule that
personnel must remain behind the screen while the RF power is on, is
strongly recommended.
Where the equipment is used near power lines or in association with
temporary masts not having lightning protection, the use of a safety earth
connected to the case-earthing bolt is strongly advised.
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When installing, replacing or using this product, observe all safety
precautions during handling and operation. Failure to comply with the
following general safety precautions and with specific precautions
described elsewhere in this manual violates the safety standards of the
design, manufacture, and intended use of this product.
Caution:
Safety to equipment
Warning:
Restricted Access
Location
Attention:
Electrostatic
Sensitivity
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Axell Wireless assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply
with these precautions. This entire manual should be read and
understood before operating or maintaining the repeater.
This Axell Wireless equipment is to be installed only in a restricted access
location where access is restricted to SERVICE PERSONNEL and to
USERS who have been instructed on the restrictions and the required
precautions to be taken.
Observe electrostatic precautionary procedures.
ESD = Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Device.
Static electricity can be conducted to the semiconductor chip from the
center pin of the RF input connector, and through the AC connector pins.
When unpacking and otherwise handling the repeater, follow ESD
precautionary procedures including use of grounded wrist straps,
grounded workbench surfaces, and grounded floor mats.
The repeaters described in this manual are equipped with class 1 lasers,
as per definition in EN 60825-1
Caution! - Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation.
Exercise caution as follows:
●
Do not stare into the beam or view with optical instruments.
Optical transmitters in the fiber optic converter can send out high
energy invisible laser radiation. There is a risk for permanent
damage to the eye.
Caution:
Class 1 Laser
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Always use protective cover on all cables and connectors which
are not connected.
●
Never look directly into a fiber cable or a connector.
●
Consider that a fiber can carry transmission in both directions.
●
During handling of laser cables or connections, ensure that the
source is switched off.
●
Regard all open connectors with respect and direct them in a
safe direction and never towards a reflecting surface. Reflected
laser radiation should be regarded as equally hazardous as
direct radiation.
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Introduction
The BSF-3604 is a fiber optic fed UHF repeater. It is part of a system that is fed from an Axell
Wireless Optical Master Unit Mk. 2 (OMU II), supporting WDM technology, lowering the number of
fibers needed per system. The maximum optical loss of up to 10dB is allowed over the fiber
interconnecting the OMU II and the most distant last remote unit that the OMU supports. This
offers great flexibility when providing RF coverage in areas where it is not possible to rely on off-air
transmission.
The fiber optic system is easily remotely monitored and controlled by Axell Wireless’ effective
supervision tool, The Axell Wireless Element Manager (AEM).
The BSF-3604 includes automatic optical gain settings, where the gain is adjusted in the downlink
chain by measuring the level of the pilot carrier sent from the OMU II. The level of the received pilot
carrier is continuously monitored.
Figure 2-1 Illustration of OMU II Connection to BSF Remote
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2.1
Features and Capabilities
●
Supports frequency bands 470-490MHz
●
Operational bandwidth:
0-5 MHz
●
Duplex Distance:
0-5 MHz
●
Output Power per carrier UL/DL:
●
1 carrier:
+ 36dBm
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2 carriers:
+ 33dBm
●
3-4 carriers: +30dBm
●
8 carriers:
+27dBm
●
Supports WDM technology
●
Automatic Optical Gain Setting via OMU II
●
Remote configuration and management:
●
Via OMU II intuitive Web GUI
●
Via AEM – automatically detected via AEM no local setup required
●
Optionally via Ethernet or GSM, GSM-R PSTN modem
●
SNMP v1/v2c support
●
Automatic Level Control (ALC) - provides constant gain in both uplink and downlink paths
according to the defined maximum output level
●
Very low noise factor - minimizes interference to BTS and increases high speed data
throughput
●
Backup battery for ‘last gasp’, sending fault error before power failure
●
Wall or pole mount conforming to IP65 and NEMA 4 standard
●
Power source: 115VAC, 230 VAC or -48VDC power (depending on your order)
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2.2
Automatic Level Control
The repeater is equipped with Automatic Level Control (ALC). The ALC feature enables
maintaining the maximum defined output level.
Output Power Level, dBm
ALC
+20
Gain 70dB
-50
Input Signal, dBm
The repeater has a defined maximum output level. If the input signal amplified by the gain set
exceeds the set output limit, an ALC loop is activated. This ALC ensures that the amplifier does not
add distortion to the radio signal. Below are examples of the ALC function for one and two carriers.
Output power, dBm
ALC one carrier
+36,5
+35
+33,8
ALC two carriers
Gain: 60 dB
-24 -16
2.3
Input signal, dBm
Operating Temperature
The BSF-3604 is designed primarily for multi carrier purposes. If the repeater is run at full output
power over a long period of time, the convection cooling may not be enough. The repeater is
equipped with a power management function that steps down the power and, if needed, fully shuts
down the amplifier chains until temperature reaches normal values. In situations where a repeater
will be run in such a manner extra cooling can be provided by putting the repeater in a temperature
controlled environment or via external fans.
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2.4
Management WEB GUI
BSF-3604 is remotely commissioned and monitored via an OMU II session. Local access to the
unit is not required for commissioning.
Additional configuration and troubleshooting options are available via a direct connection to the
BSF-3604 IP address. A direct session can be opened locally or remotely.
NOTE: Direct remote communication requires connecting the BSF-3604 to an Ethernet network
and configuration of an IP address, or via GSM/GSM-R PSTN modem.
2.5
Interfaces
The BSF-3604 unit provides the following interfaces:
●
Lockable door catches for protection and security
●
External TX and RX antenna and GND connections
●
External connection for power
●
Internal connection for fiber optics and alarm cables routed via cable gland on the side of
the unit
●
Internal USB/Ethernet connection for (optional) management and analysis via Web GUI
routed via cable gland on the side of the unit
2.5.1
Securing the Unit
The repeaters are secured with two, quarter-turn door catches which can be locked with a key.
NOTE: The two door catches must be fully closed and locked. Failure to do so will affect the IP65
compliancy and therefore any warranty.
Figure 2-2: Securing the Unit
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2.5.2
External Interfaces
The repeater’s external interfaces are located on the right-hand side of the unit
Figure 2-3: ports and connections
The following table provides a description of the ports and connections.
Port
D/L DAS RF Port
U/L DAS RF Port
Cable Gland
Power Connection
Grounding
Connection
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Downlink output connection to TX Antenna – N type connector, female
Uplink input connection from RX Antenna – N type connector, female
The fiber optic cable link from the master site is routed through this gland.
The optional Ethernet connection for management and analysis via Web
GUI may also be routed through this gland.
Connections for routing external alarms and relay wiring cable for internal
connections (section 4.6.) are also routed through this cable gland
AC inlet, 3 pole panel plug (section 4.7.)
Grounding bolt (section 4.3.)
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2.5.3
Internal Interfaces
This section shows the internal interfaces for the repeater. You will need to open the Repeater in
order to do the following:
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Connect optic fibers
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Connect alarms (if relevant)
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Power-on (Power-ON and Battery ON switches)
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USB/Ethernet port for local setup
Figure 2-4: Repeater with Door Open
Feature
Rechargeable
Backup Battery
Power and battery
Switches
Controller Module
Fiber Optic Converter
module
Alarm and Relay
Connections
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Provides the Control Module and modem with enough capacity to send an
alarm in case of input power failure. See section 4.2.7.1.
Separate switches for PSU module and Backup Battery. See section 4.7.3.
Provides RS232 ,USB and Ethernet ports for local and remote control and
reporting/interrogation of alarm data. See section 7.4.1.
The fiber optic transceiver module. See section 7.4.2.
The external alarm interface card. See Section 4.6.
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3 Antenna and Repeater Installation Requirements
This chapter provides information on the Remote installation site requirements, on the installation
requirements of the antennas, the specifications of the service antennas suitable for operation with
this remote and RF and F/O cable requirements.
3.1
3.1.1
BSF-3604 Installation Requirements
Safety Guidelines
Before installing the Repeater, review the following safety information:
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Follow all local safety regulations when installing the Repeater.
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Only qualified personnel are authorized to install and maintain the Repeater.
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Ground the Repeater with the grounding bolt located on the external lower side of the
Repeater.
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Do not use the grounding bolt to connect external devices.
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Follow Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions.
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Use low loss cables to connect the antennas to the Repeater.
Class 1 Laser
This product is equipped with class 1 lasers,
as per definition in EN 60825-1.
Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation. Do not stare into
the beam or view with optical instruments
3.1.2
Criteria for Repeater Installation Location
The following criteria should be considered when selecting the Repeater installation site location:
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Application type
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General surroundings
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Available installation
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Install the Repeater in a shielded, ventilated, and easy-to-reach area.
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Verify that there is a minimum of a 50 cm (20”) radius of space around the Repeater,
enabling easy access to the repeater for maintenance and on-site inspection.
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Distance from antenna site - It is recommended that the installation location be as close
as possible to the antenna site in order to maintain the cable loss to a minimum.
●
The Repeater is convection cooled so airflow and alternation should be possible.
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Follow Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions.
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Install the Repeater close to the service area to monitor the output power.
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Use low loss cables to connect the antennas to the Repeater.
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3.1.3
RF Cable Installation Guidelines
Required:
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For all coaxial connections to/from the Repeater - high performance, flexible, low loss
50Ω coaxial communications cable.
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All cables shall be weather-resistant type.
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Cable length - determined by the Repeater installation plan. When calculating the cable
length, take into account excess cable slack so as not to limit the insertion paths.
3.1.4
F/O Cable Installation Guidelines
Use the following over the complete link between the Remote and OMU:
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Use SC/APC connectors (8 degree angle) for all connections
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Cable length - determined by the Remote installation plan. When calculating the cable
length, take into account excess cable slack so as not to limit the insertion paths.
Recommended fiber-optic cable:
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3.2
Single-mode type fiber 9/125
Service Antenna Requirements
a. The installer is held accountable for implementing the rules required for
deployment.
b. Good engineering practice must be used to avoid interference.
c. Output power should be reduced to solve any IMD interference issues.
The Service antenna type (i.e. the antenna feeding the mobile/remote units) depends on the
design of the indoors DAS.
3.2.1
Required Antenna Information
The following antenna requirements, specifications and site considerations should be met:
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Type of installation – indoor DAS/Radiating Cable
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Service area type and size
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Antenna type and characteristics
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Height
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Length and type of coaxial cable required for connecting the antenna to the Repeater and
the attenuation.
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3.2.2
Indoor Installations
3.2.2.1 Recommended Antennas
The following describes the requirements for an omnidirectional mobile used for indoor
applications.
Specifications:
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One or a combination of the following antennas can be used: Ceiling Mount Patch antenna,
Wall Mount Patch antenna, Corner Reflector.
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Choose an antenna with high side lobe attenuation which enables maximum isolation from
other co-located antennas.
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Equation (1) - Max SERVICE antenna gain
Max SERVICE antenna gain (dBi) = 39.1 – (37dBm - # of antennas in dB – cable losses in dB).
For example:
No. of Antennas
10
Cable Losses
Max Allowed Antenna Gain
39.1 - (37-6-3) = 11.1dBi
39.1- (37-0-3) = 5.1dBi
39.1- (37-10-3) = 15.1dBi
Typical Antenna Types:
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Indoor Dome 2.1dBi beam width 360o
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Indoor Panel 4.2dBi beam width 106o
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Radiating Cable Typically < -50dBi
3.2.2.2 Recommended Splitters and Couplers
Axell Wireless can supply a comprehensive range of splitters and Couplers to aid the installation of
the internal DAS system. Typical specifications as below:
Splitter Part Numbers
Frequency Band
Split
Max Insertion Loss
Split Loss
Coupler Part Number
Frequency Band
Coupling
Max Mainline Loss
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90-851202
2 way
0.3dB
3dB
90-852306
-6dB ±1.0dB
1.7dB
90-851203
300 - 500MHz
3 way
0.5dB
4.8dB
90-851204
4 way
0.4dB
6dB
90-852310
90-852315
300 - 500MHz
-10dB ±1.0dB
-15dB ±1.0dB
0.8dB
0.4dB
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3.2.2.3 Installation Criteria
Determine the antenna installation configuration, according to the transmission requirements and
the installation site conditions.
Installation requirements:
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An indoor antenna should be installed at a convenient location. It should be free of
metallic obstruction.
Install the Service Antenna at the designated height and tune it roughly toward the Service
coverage area.
3.2.3
Service (Mobile) Antenna Installation Criteria
Determine the antenna installation configuration, according to the transmission requirements and
the installation site conditions.
Installation requirements:
●
An indoor antenna should be installed at a convenient location. It should be free of
metallic obstruction.
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Install the Service Antenna at the designated height and tune it roughly toward the
Service coverage area.
●
Installation of this antenna must provide a minimum separation distance of 47 cm from
any personnel within the area.
3.3
RF Cabling Requirements
●
For all coaxial connections to/from the Repeater - high performance, flexible, low loss
50Ω coaxial communications cable.
●
All cables shall be weather-resistant type.
●
Cable length - determined by the Repeater installation plan. When calculating the cable
length, take into account excess cable slack so as not to limit the insertion paths.
●
Make sure that cable and connector are compatible. Using cables and connectors from
the same manufacturer is helpful.
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All connectors must be clean and dry
●
Waterproof all outdoor connections using silicone, vulcanizable tape or other suitable
substance as moisture and dust can impair RF characteristics.
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Make sure enough room has been allocated for the bending radius of the cable. RF
cables must not be kinked, cut or damaged in any way
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Connect the RF cable to the antenna tightly but without damaging threads
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Fasten cables tight to cable ladder or aluminum sheet
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For short length of feeder cables use ½ “, for longer feeder cables use ⅞”. Chose thicker
coax cables for lower attenuation. Minimize the length of the coax cables to reduce the
attenuation
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Use jumper cable for easy installation. The RF Coaxial cable can be substituted at each
end with a jumper cable.
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Installation
4.1
Unpacking
Inspect the shipped material before unpacking the equipment, document any visual damage and
report according to routines.
A delivery of a repeater from Axell Wireless contains:
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Checklist with delivered items
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Repeater with attached wall mounting brackets
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Mains lead
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Keys to repeater
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Rubber inset for fiber inlet cable gland
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CD containing User’s Manual and RMC
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Any other specifically ordered item
4.2
Mount the Repeater
The BSF-3604 Remote is designed to be mounted on a wall. The Repeater is delivered with wall
mounting brackets attached.
Mount the repeater in an accessible location and in a location that fulfils the environmental
requirements. Mounting must be tight to eliminate vibration.
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4.2.1
Selecting a Location to Ensure Proper Cooling
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Mount the repeater so that heat can be dispersed from it.
●
The repeater wall mounting brackets ensure an optimum airflow between the wall and the
heat-sink on the rear of the repeater.
●
Do not block this air channel as it will cause the MTBF of the repeater to drop
dramatically, or even in the worst case cause the repeater to fail completely.
●
If possible, use a wall in the shade to minimize the overall sun loading. If sufficient
shielding cannot be obtained, an additional sun shield should be mounted.
Figure 4-1: Example of a sun shield
4.2.2
Wall-Mounting Preparation
It is recommended that two people lift the repeater since (depending upon the
configuration) the BSF-3604 weighs approximately 30 kg.
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Wall compatibility - check the suitability of the wall on which the BSF-3604 is to be to be
fitted.
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Plan mount - check the actual fixing centers (see below) and overall dimensions of the
BSF-3604 enclosure. The BSF-3604 is fitted with wall mounting brackets which provide
adequate ventilation between the BSF-3604 and the wall to which it is fixed.
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Plan connection cable clearances - the Optical, RF and power connections located on
the side of the BSF-3604 will need at least 300mm clearance to enable the connections
to be made. The minimum bend radius for Optical and RF cables must not be less than
the recommendations made by the cable manufacturer. Plan the cable runs and ensure
adequate space is available.
●
Allow for door opening - ensure that there is sufficient space at the front of the BSF3604 to allow the door to be fully opened and for maintenance engineers to get access to
the unit with test equipment such as a spectrum analyzer. Allow an additional 500mm of
space in front of the BSF-3604 when the door is fully open.
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Fix bolts –fix M8 RawlBolts or similar (100mm in length) into the wall at the dimensions
as illustrated in figure 1 below using equipment as specified by the fixing manufacturer. A
recommended method is set out below. Care must be taken to ensure the alignment of
the four fixings. A spirit level or plumb line should be used to ensure horizontal/vertical
alignment.
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BSF-3604 should be fixed to a solid wall (these include brickwork, blockwork, and concrete.), due
to the weight of the cell enhancer, fixing to a hollow wall is not recommended.
Always check that there are no pipes or cables hidden in the wall beneath the area to be drilled.
Various pipe and cable detectors are available to check this.
To provide secure fixing to a solid wall, the
most common method is drilling and plugging.
The size of fixing is dependent on the item to
be fixed and the nature of the wall, Repeater
50-122503 should be fixed with mild steel, M8
x 100mm RawlBolts or similar.
Right: M8 RawlBolt of the type recommended
to fix BSF-3604 to a wall.
First mark out on the chosen wall the fixing centers of the BSF
Figure 4-2: Fixing Centers
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4.2.3
Mount the Repeater on the Wall
The Repeater wall mount brackets assembly should be fixed to a solid wall (these include
brickwork, blockwork, and concrete.);
(Due to the weight of the Repeater, it is NOT recommended to fix to a hollow wall).
Figure 4-3: M8 RawlBolt – recommended for wallmount.
Always check that there are no pipes or cables hidden in the wall beneath the
area to be drilled. Various pipe and cable detectors are available for this type
of inspection.
To provide secure fixing to a solid wall, the most common method is drilling and plugging. The size
of fixing is dependent on the item to be fixed and the nature of the wall, The Repeater should be
fixed with mild steel, M8 (100mm) RawlBolts or similar.
1.
Mark out the fixing centers of the repeater on the chosen wall (see 4.2.2).
2.
Mark and drill the wall with the correct size masonry bit as specified by the fixing
manufacturer.
NOTE: It is good practice to wear goggles to protect your eyes from flying debris when using power
tools.
3.
Hold the drill bit against the mark and begin drilling slowly so that the bit does not wander
from the position. The wall should be drilled to a depth which is sufficient to accommodate the
full length of the fixing.
4.
Insert the fixings so that the top of the sleeve/anchor section is level with the wall surface.
Gently tighten the bolt by hand so that the anchor section of the fixing expands and grips the
inside of the hole.
Figure 4-4: Inserting Fixing and Tightening.
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5.
6.
7.
As the bolt pulls its way in, the sides of the anchor section are forced outwards, gripping the
surrounding surface.
Figure 4-5: Anchor Sides Pushed Outwards.
Once all four fixings are in place, carefully withdraw the four bolts.
Figure 4-6: Withdraw Bolts.
Align repeater with the four fixings. Great care should be exercised here as the repeater is
very heavy. Once repeater is held in the chosen position (a suitably rated heavy duty scissor
lift table/trolley may be suitable for this operation). Carefully insert the fixing bolts through the
mounting lugs of the Repeater and into the sleeve/anchor sections of the fixing in the wall and
tighten the bolts.
Align Repeater
and Secure Bolts
Figure 4-7: Mount Repeater
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4.3
Grounding
This equipment must be grounded.
Connect the grounding protection as follows:
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Ensure that good grounding protection measures are taken to create a reliable repeater
site.
●
Make sure to use adequately dimensioned grounding cables. The minimum
recommended conductive area for a grounding cable is 16mm2
●
Make sure the grounding product used is suitable for the kind and size of cable being
used.
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Connect the repeater grounding bolt to the same ground.
Figure 4-8: Grounding the BSF-3604
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4.4
Ensure Good Electromagnetic Vulnerability (EMV) Protection
If insufficient Electromagnetic Protection is provided, or if EMV measures are
not taken, warranties issued by Axell Wireless are not valid.
Connect the lightning protection
The lightning hazard to electric and electronic equipment consists in the interferences of direct
lightning current infections and high surge voltages induced by the electromagnetic field of nearby
lightning channels or down conductors. Amplitudes from cloud-to-earth lightning amounts to
several 10kA and may last longer than 2ms. The damage caused depends on the energy involved
and on the sensitivity of the electronics systems.
Ensure that lightning protection measures are taken to create a reliable repeater site. Protect all
coaxial cables and power cables from the transients caused by lightning. Fit all cables with suitable
lightning protection devices.
BTS Area
The top of the mast
must be higher than
the antenna and
grounded properly
Fiber Optic Link
Repeater Area
Antenna
Primary
Protection
Device
RF to/from
DAS
Equipotential
Grounding Bar
The grounding path
must have reliable
continuity and be
dimensioned correctly
BSF
Repeater
OMU
Directional
Coupler
Circuit
Breaker
Optical Fiber
BTS
AC Supply
Figure 4-9: Example of EMV protection for a repeater system
For detailed information please refer to IEC 61024-1 and 61312-1 for international standards for
protection of information systems against LEMP (Lightning Electromagnetic Pulse), including radio
transmitters. They define proper planning, installation and inspection of effective lightning
protection systems.
The Axell Wireless repeaters comply with the EN standard ETS 301 498-8 which stipulates
demands on lightning/surge protection for typical infrastructure telecom equipment installations.
Several lightning protection devices should be used in series with declining threshold voltages to
help attenuate the pulse component which makes it through the first layer of protection.
The primary protective device is part of the site installation and is not supplied by Axell Wireless.
Coaxial lightning protection is normally one of these three types: Gas capsule, High-pass and
Bandpass.
There also needs to be a protective device (circuit breaker) installed on the power supply cord (see
section 4.7).
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Figure 4-10: Example of protective device installed in connection with the power supply
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4.5
Fiber Optic Connection
Class 1 Laser
This product is equipped with class 1 lasers, as per definition in EN 60825-1.
Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation. Do not stare into
the beam or view with optical instruments
Use the following over the complete fiber link between the OMU and the Repeater:
●
Single-mode type fiber 9/125
●
Use SC/APC connectors (8 degree angle) for all connections
Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable
1.
The fiber optic cable with its SC/APC connector must be passed through the cable gland on
the side of the repeater. If the rubber sealing insert is already inside the gland it must first be
removed.
2.
Ensure that there is enough cable slack between the cable gland and the fiber optic converter
module to connect the free SC/APC connector to the SC/APC receptacle on the F/O
converter module.
Make sure the fiber optical cable is not bent too sharply inside the repeater as
this can damage the cable and lead to communication disruptions.
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3.
Remove any protective caps from the SC/APC connector and SC/APC receptacle and mate
the free connector to the receptacle.
NOTE: Clean the fiber connector before connecting it to the system. See instruction in
Appendix B - F/O Cleaning Procedure.
4.
To ensure IP65 compliancy and provide a degree of strain relief rubber sealing insert should
be employed. The insert has a slit along one side; on the outside of the repeater, pass the
fiber optic cable through the slit in the insert and then slide the insert along the cable and into
the cable entry gland.
5.
With the rubber sealing insert sitting inside the
cable entry gland, tighten the exterior nut until it
grips the rubber sealing insert - the exterior nut
acts as a collet gripping the rubber sealing insert.
Check again that there is enough cable slack
between the cable gland and the fiber optic
converter module, the cable should not be too
tight.
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4.6
External Alarm and Relay Connections
The repeater is equipped with an external alarm interface card. The connector terminal block for
the external alarms is located at the base of the repeater.
Connect the alarm cords to the plinth according to the pin layout below (pins 14 – 18 are not used).
Pin 1
External alarm 1A
Pin 2
External alarm 1B
Pin 3
External alarm 2A
Pin 4
External alarm 2B
Pin 5
External alarm 3A
Pin 6
External alarm 3B
Pin 7
External alarm 4A
Pin 8
External alarm 4B
Pin 9
Alarm +15V
Pin 10
Alarm 0V
Pin 11
Relay Output 1A
Pin 12
Relay Output 1B
Pin 13
GND
Pin 14
Not used
Pin 15
Not used
Pin 16
Not used
Pin
17
Not used
Figure 4-11: External alarm interface card
Pin 18
Not used
located inside Repeater
4.6.1
External Alarm
●
Four external alarm sources can be connected to the repeater.
●
Alarm operating voltage: between 12 and 24VDC.
●
Alarm polarity can be configured:
●
Active-low - when there is no voltage the alarm indicator will turn red
●
Active-high - an applied voltage of between 12 and 24VDC will cause the external alarm
indicator to turn red.
●
The repeater can supply +15 VDC to an external alarm source through pin 9 and 10. The
maximum allowed load is 100mA.
4.6.2
Relay
●
Relay (pins 11 and 12) can be connected to an external device to indicate an alarm.
●
Can be configured to trigger on any number of internal and external alarms. The
maximum current that can be supplied is 100mA.
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4.7
Power and Backup Battery
Make sure the antenna cables or 50 ohm terminations are connected to the
repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on.
Be sure a CIRCUIT BREAKER meeting the instructions given in this section is
connected near the unit at an easily reachable and accessible location from
the unit.
4.7.1
Circuit Breaker
The internal power connections for the unit are hard-wired. The Repeater’s internal PSU Module
has a switch which allows it to be set in the “on” or “standby” position. Setting the switch to standby
will disable the repeater. In the standby position the PSU module and repeater are still connected
to the AC power supply but the PSU module is not operational,
As an additional safety feature to disconnect the unit (either manually or automatically in case of
overcurrent), it is good practice to install a circuit breaker on the wall near the unit, at an easily
accessible distance and location from the unit.
Circuit-breaker minimum requirements
●
10AT, 250VAC
●
Needs to be SAFETY approved
●
Requires minimum contact separation of 3mm
●
Install on the wall near the unit
4.7.2
Power Connections
The image below shows the location of the various power elements. These are described in detail
in the following sections.
Figure 4-12: Power Elements – Located Inside Repeater
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4.7.2.1 Backup Battery
●
A rechargeable battery pack is mounted in a small recess on the PSU module. The PSU
module also includes charging and supervision electronics.
●
The backup battery will provide the Control Module and modem with enough capacity to
send an alarm in case of input power failure.
●
The battery can be switched on and off. The switch is placed adjacent to the main power
on/standby switch on the PSU module.
●
At delivery the back-up battery is connected.
●
The battery is replaced by removing the restraining clip and lifting the battery pack out of
the recess and disconnecting the cable.
Figure 4-13: Backup Battery
4.7.2.2 Connecting the Power Source
●
The BSF unit is supplied with an AC Mains cable with a free socket which mates with the
panel plug on the side of the unit.
●
Power Source: 115 VAC 60 Hz
●
The power supply module has a switch which allows it to be set in “on” position or in
“stand by”.
NOTE: With the PSU module on/standby switch in the standby position the repeater is still
connected to the AC power supply but is not operational.
●
To disconnect the repeater completely from the AC supply the PSU on/standby switch
should be set in the standby position and the mains flying socket removed from the panel
plug on the side of the repeater.
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4.7.3
Power ON
4.7.3.1 Switching Power ON
Make sure the antenna cables or 50Ω terminations are connected to the
repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on.
1.
2.
Set the PSU On/Standby Switch to On
Set the Battery On/Off switch to On.
Figure 4-14: BSF-3604 Power Module
NOTE: With the PSU module on/standby switch in the standby position the repeater is still
connected to the AC power supply but is not operational.
4.7.3.2 Verifying LEDs
Verify the LEDs from the following modules are indicating correct operation (see section 0):
●
Control module
●
F/O converter
●
Power supply modules
4.8
Closing and Securing the Repeater
Close the door, tighten the quarter-turn door catches and lock repeater with the keys provided.
Continue with the following section “Commissioning” to setup the repeater.
NOTE: The two door catches must be fully closed and locked. Failure to do so will affect the IP65
compliancy and therefore any warranty.
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BSF-3604 Commissioning
After the repeater is connected, it is identified by the OMU II via the fiber connection and the unit is
commissioned from the OMU II. The commissioning process consists of a few simple steps.
To commission the BSF-3604 - overview:
1.
Open an OMU II session. This is used to access the BSF-3604 configuration window (via
OMU II).
2.
Perform Optical Loss Adjustment.
3.
Set the required RF attenuation and gain levels
4.
Assign the unit a recognizable name (according to its location).
5.1
Open a Session to the BSF-3604 via the OMU II
1.
Open a local or remote session to the host OMU II:
Remote session – open a Browser session in the same subnet as the host OMU II and
enter the IP of the host OMU II (see OMU user manual for detailed procedure). Enter the
OMU II User Name (e.g. axell) and Password (provided by your system administrator).
●
●
Local session– connect to the OMU II Control Module's USB or Ethernet ports. Enter the
OMU II User Name (e.g. axell) and Password (provided by your system administrator).
●
After accessing an OMU II session, commission the BSF-3604 according to the following
section.
Connect to either the USB port
or the Ethernet port
Figure 5-1: Connection to OMU II
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5.2
BSF-3604 Optical Loss Adjustment (OLA)
BSF-3604 OLA is performed from the OMU II.
To perform BSF-3604 OLA (via OMU II)
1.
From the OMU II main window, click the Opto Adjust button.
Click to access OLA
screen
OMUII Main
window
Figure 5-2: OMU II Main window
The OLA screen appears. The screen lists the OLA options (and status) for each link. (The links
are listed according to the OMU II slot to which the remote is connected.).
Select nodes
for UL/DL
Adjustment
Rack#:
Opto-Module
F-DAS
Remotes via
Optic Splitter
Figure 5-3. Configure and Initiate Optical Loss Adjustment
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Column
Description
Pos
Each Rack corresponds to an OMU unit whereas each Slot
corresponds to an Opto-Module. Slots are numbered according
to their position in the OMU Chassis (numbered left to right).
Select All
Batch selection options:
- mark all remotes for UL opto-adjustment.
- mark all remotes for DL opto-adjustment.
- mark all remotes for DL and UL adjustment.
Node
Node list number and identification (e.g. AHFK)
Status
Displays an Error if process failed. If successful the pilot tone
used and the adjustment level will be displayed.
Resulting Attenuation
Compensation level used for the opto-module (in dB).
2.
Mark the check-boxes corresponding to the remotes (each connected to the designated Optomodule/Opto-Splitter) to which to perform the adjustment.
3.
OLA (DL/UL) may be performed on each node individually (or a batch) or on all nodes at
once by marking the checkbox next to the desired corresponding Opto-module and clicking
Adjust.To easily mark all checkboxes mark the checkbox named OLA.
NOTE: The process may take several minutes depending on the size of the system and remote
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5.3
RF Balancing
The BSF-3604 RF Balancing procedure can be performed manually (the automatic option specified
in section 5.3.2 will be available in the future) via the OMU II web interface.
5.3.1
Manual RF Balancing
NOTE: If connected locally, enter the BSF-3604 Home screen and skip to step 2.
The manual balancing procedure consists of the following steps:
●
Verifying the DL RF output level is maximized by setting the required DL attenuation of
the signal.
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Setting the UL attenuation according to the DL.
●
In case of noise, adjusting the UL attenuation to reduce noise
To balance the BSF-3604 UL and DL outputs
1.
Access the BSF-3604 Configuration window:
●
Click on the Nodes button. The below pane appears
●
Click Control next to the node to be balanced.
Figure 5-4: OMU II System Nodes window
2.
The resulting pane can be displayed in two views:
●
Basic – default view (Basic button)
●
Advanced – provides more information (Advanced button)
The dialog below shows an example of the Basic (default) view.
NOTE: The various elements monitoring options are described in detail in section 7.
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UL/DL bandwidth
UL Attenuation
DL Attenuation
Figure 5-5: Example of Partial view of BSF-3604 Configuration window
3.
In the Downlink section:
●
Verify the Amplifier is set to ON.
●
Set Attenuation to maximum value (15dB).
●
Lower the Attenuation level step by step until the desired Output power level is reached
(Zero attenuation = maximum gain).
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Verify the Amplifier Saturation is GREEN.
Saturation
status
Figure 5-6: BSF-3604 Downlink Configuration Section
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4.
In the Uplink:
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Verify the Amplifier is set to ON.
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Set UL Attenuation == DL Attenuation value.
Figure 5-7: BSF-3604 Uplink Configuration Section
5.
If noise is detected, adjust only the uplink value.
5.3.2 Automatic BSF-3604 RF Balancing
NOTE: This feature will be available in future release.
To access the Automatic RF Adjustment pane
1. Access the OMU II Home window and click on RF Adjustment.
Figure 5-8: OMU II Main window
2.
The following pane appears.
Remote with
selected
bands to
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3.
Select the bands of each remote to be adjusted (e.g. 450MHz band on Node #3)
4.
Adjust the following for each band:
●
Nominal Level (dBm)
●
Uplink Delta (dB)
5.
5.4
Click Adjust. The procedure may take several minutes depending on the number of units
selected.
Integration into the Axell Element Manager (AEM)
NOTE: All integration into the AEM is performed from the AEM side – no action is required from the
BSF-3604 side.
The AEM automatically connects to the repeater, downloads all the repeater parameters and
statuses into a database. When all parameters have been downloaded, the AEM configures the
repeater with the IP address where alarms and reports should be sent to, and optionally with a
secondary IP address where the repeater can connect to in case connection to primary IP fails.
When heartbeat reports and alarms are sent from the repeater to the AEM also the latest
information about the status and RF-configuration is included. This means that the AEM operator
always has information about the current status in the AEM database (and do not need to call the
repeater to find this out).
NOTE: Once the repeater is integrated to the AEM, all changes to the repeater should preferably
be done from the Axell Element Manager in order to ensure that the database always
contains correct information.
5.5
What Next?
The BSF-3604 unit is now ready for operation. You may monitor the unit's general status via the
OMU II Home screen and if the node is faulty (red LED), access the Home screen in Advanced
mode for more detailed information.
NOTE: Consult the OMU II User Manual for additional information on RF and Optical adjustments.
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BSF-3604 Full GUI Description
This chapter provides a detailed description of the complete BSF-3604 Web GUI that is accessed
when a direct session is opened to the BSF-3604.
When an indirect session (via OMU II) is opened to the BSF-3604, only the BSF-3604 Main
window is available. The additional options are available when a direct session is opened to the
BSF-3604 (not via OMU II).
This chapter describes how to open local and remote direct sessions to the Remote and the
available options when such a session is opened.
6.1
Opening a Direct Web Session
You may open a direct Web session to the BSF-3604 by connecting to the unit either:
A. Locally
B. Remotely via an Ethernet/modem connection – requires to unit to be connected to the
network.
6.1.1
Connecting Locally
NOTE: This connection requires downloading the USB driver from the provided setup disk (or
connection to the internet, where the driver is automatically loaded).
To open a local session:
1.
Open the BSF-3604 door
●
Connect to the USB port or the Ethernet port on the Controller module. If the USB driver
is not already installed on your laptop, the system will search for the driver on the
provided setup disk or on the internet (if a network connection is available).
●
Run a browser and login according to the following section.
Figure 6-1: BSF-3604 Controller Module Connections
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1.
Open the web browser and type "axell-ne" in the address bar.
The Axell login dialog appears.
Figure 6-2: Login Screen
2.
Use the following username and password to login:
●
Username: axell
●
Password: AxellPasswd
For backwards compatibility, you may also use:
●
User Name: Avitec
●
Password: AvitecPasswd
NOTE: It is highly recommended to change the default password according to section 0.
The Web GUI Main Window appears. This is the same window is also viewed via the OMU II.
6.1.2
Remote Connection and Login
This type of Web session requires connecting the Repeater to the network and defining an IP
address. See section 6.3.4.
To login:
●
Open a standard Browser.
●
Enter the IP address of the Repeater in the address bar.
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Enter the User Name and Password as described in the following section.
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6.2
Navigating the Web Interface
The Web GUI window provides access to the management options of the BSF-3604. Several tabs
(and sub-tabs) are available: Home, Nodes, Logs, etc., while the Home tab (illustrated below), is
displayed on login.
Menu options buttons
Home
screen
Figure 6-3: BSF-3604 Home Screen
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6.2.1
Management Options Buttons
The following table briefly describes the main functions of each tab:
Tab
Description
Provides a general status and alarm information. Switching to Advanced
View will toggle a more detailed view of each band and module. Section 0.
Lists the remote nodes – corresponding OMU and units connected the
specific OMU.
List of recent operations. Section 0.
Provides a range of BSF-3604 configuration procedures such as
communication, RF, Date and Time, Password, etc. Section 0.
Logout of the system.
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6.2.2
Home Screen Overview
The screen is divided into four basic areas:
1.
General
●
Controller – shows general information on the BSF-3604 such as identification and
temperature level.
●
External Alarms – shows status of external alarms and the defined names.
2.
RF Status
●
Frequency Range – shows frequency range used per DL/UL.
●
Uplink/Downlink – gain, attenuation and connection status in the specific direction.
3.
Fiber Optic Unit
●
4.
Shows status on connection to remote OMU and allows for optical link adjustment.
Sub-systems
●
Shows overall status of all sub-systems such as power supplies, battery, communication
etc.
General
Information
External
Alarms
UL and DL
output control
options
Fiber Optic
options
Power
monitoring
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6.2.3
Configuration Screen Overview
The configuration screen provides access to the BSF-3604 configuration options.
To access the configuration screen
Click on the Config menu option in the Main window. The following screen appears.
Option
Site
Information
External
Alarms
Change
password
Description
Display BSF-3604 identification information.
See section 6.3.1
Used to activate and assign names to external alarms.
See section 6.3.3
Used to update system login password for the logged-in user.
See section 0
Used to configure the time stamp for dating BSF-3604 events.
Date and Time
See section 0.
Ethernet
Used to define the IP Address for remote access via Ethernet.
See section 6.3.4
Remote
Used to configure remote communication parameters and AEM
Communication integration. See section 0
Axell Shell
Command line used to communicate with the remote units. List of
commands is found under Help. See section 0
Attribute
Lists all possible Axell Shell commands, detailed and explained. You may
Reference
also refer to the Common Commands and Attributes document.
See section 0
Reboot
Soft restarts the BSF-3604 device.
controller
See section 6.7.
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6.3
Configuring General Parameters
6.3.1
Site Information – BSF-3604 Identification
It is recommended to assign each BSF-3604 a recognizable name that will identify the
location, site name, etc. The Site Information button provides access to BSF-3604
hardware and software version information.
To set BSF-3604 TAG
1.
In the Home window, click the edit button next to Tag.
Lock Name
Edit Tag
Figure 6-4. Set BSF-3604 TAG Name
2.
Enter the Name (up to 30 characters), click OK and click Apply.
To view BSF-3604 Site Information
Click the Config button and click on the Site Information icon. Two areas are displayed:
●
Control Module – provides hardware and software version information.
●
Site Information – provides BSF-3604 identification information.
Figure 6-5. BSF-3604 Site Information
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6.3.2
Date & Time
NOTE: The date and time are automatically set from the OMU II.
Be sure to set the correct date and time in order to accurately timestamp all events
occurring on the BSF-3604.
To set the Date & Time:
1.
Click the Config button.
2.
Click on Date & Time.
3.
Do one of the following:
●
Either, enter the correct date and time according to the displayed formats.
●
Or, click on Local Time to set the time according to the PC running the Web-GUI.
4.
Click Apply.
Set to local time
Figure 6-6: Configure Date and Time
6.3.3
Configure External Alarms
It is necessary to configure any connected external alarms according to the trigger (high or
low) and it is recommended to assign the alarms recognizable names (such as Door Open,
High Temperature, etc.)
To configure the external alarms
1.
In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2.
Click on the External Alarms icon.
3.
For each alarm:
4.
●
Set the Trigger as High or Low as required.
●
Assign the alarm a recognizable description
Click Apply.
Set High/Low
Enter Alarm
Description
Figure 6-7: Configure External Alarms
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6.3.4
IP Address
This procedure describes how to set up the IP address either manually or configure for
acquisition via DHCP (usually configured for local management options).
To configure the IP address
1.
In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2.
Click on Ethernet.
3.
For manual IP address configuration:
●
Select Manually Configure IP Address.
●
Set the IP, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS addresses.
●
Click Apply.
4.
For DHCP IP address configuration:
●
Select Automatically Obtain IP Address (DHCP).
●
No other settings are required.
●
Click Apply.
The Manual configuration settings are illustrated below.
Figure 6-8: Configure Local Network Parameters
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6.4
Remote Communication Setup
This section describes the Ethernet and modem setup. The SNMP setup option also
available in this dialog is described in section 6.5. SNMP .
Select an option (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP) and configure. Then select the next
relevant option.
NOTE: The configuration of each option is saved and active. It is not relevant which option is
currently selected (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP).
6.4.1
TCP/IP and Ethernet
1.
Click on the Config button.
2.
From Device:Method select ETH:TCP (Ethernet:TCP/IP).
3.
Click Apply.
Figure 6-9: Remote ETH Configuration
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6.4.2
Modem Setup
NOTE: This section is relevant only if a modem is installed in the system. If connecting directly via
Ethernet, see section 0.
The BSF-3604 can operate over two types of modem: Packet Switched (GPRS, GSM etc.) or
Circuit Switched (PSTN/GSM). The available options depend on the modem type installed in your
system.
Modem Setup Overview
1.
Insert the SIM card in the modem SIM slot (if using a wireless modem).
2.
Click the Config button and then select Remote Communication from the displayed icons.
The following dialog appears.
3.
Verify that Remote Communication is ON.
4.
Select the Device:Method – communication method. Select the option relevant to your
installed modem. (STD:DTC = Standard AT:Data Call, ETH:TCP = Ethernet:TCP connection)
5.
Configure your communication method according to the relevant following section.
6.4.2.1 Packet Switched Modem Configuration (GSM/GPRS)
NOTE: In case network attach is not done properly (using GPRS), it is necessary to telnet, SSH or
serial into the controller and enter TRACE MODEM to see why modem is not initialized
(wrong / missing PIN, wrong APN etc).
●
From the Remote communication menu, select TRM-3 GPRS.
●
In the GRPS area, enter the following:
●
Access Point Name – customer’s Access Point name.
●
Click Apply.
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6.4.2.2 Circuit Switched Modem (PSTN/GSM)
Using a circuit switched modem requires a landline connection be present at the site (for PSTN) or
a SIM card supporting this feature (for wireless).
Communication Setup
1.
From Device:Method select STD:DTC (Stadnard AT:DataCall).
2.
In the modem initialization string type: AT+CBST=7,0,1.
3.
Click Apply.
Verify Circuit Switched Modem Functionality
1.
Use the ACT RCD command via the Axell Shell or via Terminal to launch a modem restart (if
logged in, restart will be performed on the first logout).
2.
Dial the modem number (if PSTN) or the data number (if SIM card).
3.
Verify modem LEDs are lit correctly (model dependent).
4.
Use any ACT command using the RMC or other Terminal to test connectivity and
responsiveness.
6.4.2.3 SIM-card Using Single Numbering Scheme
If using SNS (Single Numbering Scheme), calls to the modem within the network are automatically
classified as DATA. However, if calling from outside the network, you must first verify how its
interfaces handle the VOICE vs. DATA bearing. This cannot be solved at remote level. The
external network administrator must provide the above information.
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6.5
SNMP Support
The BSF-3604 includes SNMP support, including an SNMP Agent and SNMP traps (alarms). All
SNMP queries and traps are supported either via the OMU II or a direct connection to the unit.
6.5.1
SNMP Traps Parameters
The BSF-3604 sends SNMP traps to user defined destination addresses.
NOTE: One destination address can currently be defined via the Web. Seven more destination
addresses can be defined via the Axell Shell.
To configure the SNMP traps destination address
1.
Click on the Configure button (top right corner).
2.
Select Remote Communication.
3.
In the Device:Method field, select ETH:SNMP
4.
Define the SNMP trap destination IP address (additional addresses can be defined via the
Axell Shell.).
5.
Enter the (destination address device) Trap Port and its Community parameters.
6.
Click Apply.
6.5.2
Activating and Configuring the SNMP Agent
The SNMP agent provides inventory management for hosted repeaters (on which the SNMP agent
is enabled) and a table of active alarms in the controller or fiber system for remote querying.
The SNMP Agent is responsible for responding to queries and carries out requests. The SNMP
Agent also provides the proprietary Axell MIB (AXELL-AM-MIB), accessible via any SNMP
manager (e.g. HP OpenView).
All SNMP queries to the remote are implemented via an OMU session.
To allow SNMP agent queries
●
To allow SNMP queries of the OMU II – the SNMP agent must be enabled on the OMU II.
●
To allow SNMP queries of the remote devices via OMU II – the SNMP agent must be
enabled on the OMU II and on the remote devices.
●
Remote units configured with an IP address and connected to the communication
infrastructure, can be queried directly.
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To activate the BSF-3604 SNMP Agent
1.
Click on the Config button (top right corner) and select SNMP Agent Config. The following
pane appears:
2.
Set the SNMP Agent toggle to ON.
3.
Set the port and the Read-Only community.
4.
Click Apply.
6.6
User Accounts
The BSF-3604 comes pre-configured with default usernames and passwords in various
administration levels.
At the moment, updating user accounts is available only via Command Line Interface (CLI) or Axell
Shell. See the Common Commands and Attributes v2.0.0 document for detailed commands and
syntax or click on the Help button at the top right of the Web-GUI screen.
6.6.1
Default User Accounts
User Name
axell
Default
Password
AxellPasswd
Details
omcuname
iwnkhoob
sysadmin
AxellAdmin4050
useradmin
UseradminPwd23
Avitec
AvitecPasswd
Default user name.
Axell Element Manager (AEM) user account. This
account will not generate VLI, LGO or CLR alarms.
This is the system administration password which is used
for firmware upgrades and user administration.
Escalation to this level is achieved by issuing command
SYSADMIN from the user prompt.
This account contains user administration privileges.
Escalation to this level is achieved by issuing command
USERADMIN from the user prompt.
Account available for compatibility reasons with older
system firmware.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to change the default user names and passwords immediately
at commissioning. This is done by using the command ACT PASSWORD. Please refer to
the User Administration section in Common Commands and Attributes document for
detailed syntax.
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6.6.2
User Access Levels
In this generation of the system, standard users can be promoted to login via the Web Interface,
inheriting the Read-Write or Read-Only access to this interface.
There are five different access levels:
Access Level
Default User Levels
axell, avitec, omcuname, useradmin,
Read-Only
sysadmin
axell, avitec, omcuname, useradmin,
Read-Write
sysadmin
Web
axell, avitec
User Administrator
omcuname, useradmin, sysadmin
System Administrator
omcuname, sysadmin
NOTE: New users added to the system have read-only access.
Users may be promoted to read-write and/or web access using the ACT USERPROMOTE
command. See Common Commands and Attributes document for details on promoting users.
NOTE: Users omcuname, sysadmin and useradmin cannot be promoted to Web Access due to
security reasons.
6.6.3
Change Password
To prevent unauthorized access, it is highly recommended to change the default password of the
user.
NOTE: You can only change the password for the User Name with which the session was
accessed.
To change the Password
1.
In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2.
Click the Change Password button.
3.
For the current User Name (e.g. axell):
4.
●
Enter the New password.
●
Repeat the entry.
Click Apply.
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6.7
Reboot
Use this function in Emergency Cases ONLY!
To reboot the Control Module:
1.
Click the Config tab.
2.
Click on the Reboot icon.
3.
Approve the Reboot sequence.
Figure 6-10: Reboot System
6.8
Axell Shell (Command Line Interface)
To access the Axell Shell:
1.
Click on the Config button.
2.
Select the Axell Shell option.
The Axell Shell button invokes the CLI screen. It is used to run some of the commands that are
currently not provided by the Web GUI (user privileges and administration) and/or for advanced
troubleshooting and configurations procedures.
All configuration and management procedures can be implemented using this interface. Please
refer to the Attribute Reference section (by clicking the Cofing button on the top right and selecting
Attribute Reference – see 0) for detailed syntax and available commands. You may also consider
viewing the BSF-3604 Commands and Attributes document.
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6.9
Attribute Reference
To access the Attribute Reference
1.
Click on the Config button.
2.
Select the Attribute Reference option.
The Attribute Reference lists all available CLI commands and includes details and examples on
how to use the commands. Additional information may be found in the BSF-3604 Commands and
Attributes document.
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Monitoring, Fault Sourcing and Maintenance
BSF-3604 provides the following monitoring and fault sourcing options:
●
Web GUI Home screen Advanced mode – shows general status of system and
components
●
Web GUI Logs screen – provides logs of faults and operations
●
Module LEDs – can be seen locally when opening the Repeater
This chapter describes these fault sourcing tools. Be sure to review the Cautions and General
Statements below.
7.1
Cautions and General Statements
●
The system normally operates without any operator intervention or maintenance. If in the
unlikely event of any unit failure, the faulty repeater should be replaced. A failed unit can
be removed and replaced with a spare while the rest of the system (other repeaters) is
still operating. However, the power supply of the failed repeater should be isolated from
the power before anything is replaced.
●
In the event of a malfunction in the system, the status of the antenna systems as well as
the continuity of the cabling should be checked before replacing any modules within the
repeater.
●
In the event of a failure Axell Wireless’ support service should be contacted for advice on
a possible module replacement or other action to be taken.
●
If a shipment of a repeater back to Axell Wireless is made within the period of guarantee
the original packing must be used.
●
Component Replacement - None of the modules in the repeater can be replaced without
removing the repeater from its mounting and opening the cover of the repeater.
●
Product Disposal - Disposal of this product must be handled according to all national laws
and regulations. For detailed information regarding materials, please refer to Axell
Wireless.
Please be aware that the equipment may, during certain conditions become
very warm and can cause minor injuries if handled without any protection,
such as gloves.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to local laws and instructions.
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7.2
Monitoring Via the BSF-3604 Home Screen
In addition to RF settings and readings, the BSF-3604 Home screen provides detailed information
on the operation status of internal modules. This information can be used to aid in remotely
troubleshooting the Remote.
To access the BSF-3604 Main Monitoring and Configuration window
1.
Access the OMU II main windows, click the Nodes button, choose the remote related node
and click the adjacent Control button. The BSF-3604 Home window appears in Basic View. To
view more details, click Advanced.
General
(same as Basic view)
Detailed RF
Status view
Detailed fiber optic
status
Power
measurements
status
Figure 7-1: BSF-3604 Main Screen Advanced
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7.2.1
General Page Area
This section displays general status parameters such as temperature, alarms and site name.
Figure 7-2: BSF-3604 General
Indicator
Description
Temperature
Current ambient temperature
Tag
Name of Repeater, user customizable
Door Status
Green if closed
7.2.2
Detailed view of the BSF-3604 RF Status
The BSF-3604 RF Status screen provides the RF balancing options as described in section 5.3.,
as well as various status monitoring options. Below is the Advanced view of the RF Status screen.
Firmware
Comm.
Temp
Pwr.
modules
status
Figure 7-3: BSF-3604 Repeater Status
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Indicator
Frequency Range
Amplifier Power
Attenuation
Saturation
Output
7.2.3
Details
Visualization of Bandwidth
Turn amp. on/off.
Use to define DL/UL attenuation level (in dBm)
Saturation status
output power level
Detailed view of Fiber Optic Unit
Figure 7-4: BSF-3604 F/O Status
Indicator
#Module
Comm
Temperature
Tx Opto
Rx Opto
Pilot Tone Synth
Firmware
Received Pilot Level
Optical Level Adjustment
Optical Compensation
7.2.4
Description
Overall optic module status
Optic connection status
Temperature level and status indicator
DL optic signal status
UL optic signal strength and status
Pilot tone synthesizer status
Firmware related error
Pilot tone level received in optic module
Perform UL OLA (on repeater side)
Compensation performed on the optic link
Subsystems
Temp
Comm
Pwr.
input
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Batt.
status
Pwr.
modules
status
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7.3
Logs Screen
The Alarms Log displays the last 100 alarms and/or user actions on the remote system in a
chronological order. By hovering with the mouse over each alarm, full alarm details are available,
including alarm descriptions, severities, alarm classes and time of event.
Figure 7-5: Logs
To receive a summary containing all information on a reported incident in the Log list, simply hover
with the mouse over the specified Log and view all details contained in the Log (see below).
Figure 7-6: Logs – Summary
Column
Date & Time
Source
Description
Icon
Description
Time of occurrence
ID of reporting source
Additional alarm information (e.g. Open Door)
Description
Alarm attended to and cleared.
System alarm – displayed when system functionality may be
compromised.
Alarm status: OK
Alarm status: Error
Acknowledge alarm – Green = Acknowledged.
Click to change acknowledgement.
Use the Ack All button to acknowledge all alarm logs.
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7.4
Module LEDs
This section describes the LEDs of the internal modules. The modules are accessed if the remote
is opened.
Figure 7-7: Position of Module LEDs
Module
Control Module
F/O Converter
PSU Module
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Description
See section 7.4.1.
See section 7.4.2.
See section 7.4.3.
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7.4.1
Control Module LEDs
Off (except for a quick flash
every 10th second)
Off (permanent)
Green LED – Modem Power
On
Off
Green LED – Modem Status
On
Control Module switched on, someone logged in
locally and/or remotely
Control Module switched on, no one logged in
Control Module switched OFF
Control Module switched on, one or more
errors/alarms detected
Control Module switched on, status OK
Control Module switched off
Modem Power is on
Modem Power is off
Flashing
(irregular)
75ms on/75ms off/75ms on/3s off
75ms on/3s off
600ms on/600ms off
Off
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Depending on type of call:
Voice call: Connected to remote party
Data call: Connected to remote party or
exchange of parameters while setting up or
disconnecting a call
Indicates GPSR data transfer. When a GPRS
transfer is in progress the LED goes on within
1 second after data packets were exchanged.
Flash duration in approximately 0.5s.
One or more GPRS contexts activated
Logged to network (monitoring control
channels and user interactions). No call in
progress
No SIM card inserted, or no PIN entered, or
network search in progress, or ongoing user
authentications, or network login in progress
Modem is off
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Modem Status
Off (except for a quick flash
every 10th second)
Off (permanent)
Red LED - Status
Quick flash
Status
Blue LED - Login
Quick flash
Login
If the BSF-3604 is configured for Ethernet communication the two
LEDs Modem Power and Modem Status do not fill any function and
can be disregarded.
Modem Power
The Control Module has four LEDs which give information regarding
the status of the BSF-3604.
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LED 1, Power, Green
On
Off
LED 2, Error, Red
On
Off
LED 3, UL Data, Yellow
On
Off
LED 4, DL Data, Yellow
On
Off
LED 5, Opto Rx, Green
On
Off
LED 6, Opto Tx, Green
On
Off
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Da
DL ta
O ata
pt
Rx
pt
Tx
UL
There are 6 LEDs on the
module to indicate the
status.
ER
F/O Converter LEDs
PW
7.4.2
Unit is powered on
Unit has no power
Error detected
No error
Communication is ongoing in the uplink direction
No communication
Communication is ongoing in the downlink direction
No communication
Received RF signal on fiber channel is above threshold
Input level below threshold
Transmitted RF signal on fiber channel is above
threshold
Output level below threshold
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7.4.3
Power Supply LEDs
This section provides a detailed description of the LEDs and fault examples.
Input
Power
+6V
+15V
+28V
LED 1, Input Power, Green
Slow flash
OFF
LED 2, +6V, Red
Slow flash (every 10
seconds)
Quick flash
LED 3, +15V, Red
Slow flash (every 10
seconds)
Quick flash
LED 4, +28V, Red
Slow flash
(every 10 seconds)
Quick flash
Power supply unit operating on AC or DC
Power supply unit not operating
+6V power supply operating
+6V power supply not operating or operating with malfunction
+15V power supply operating
+15V power supply not operating or operating with
malfunction
+28V power supply operating
+28V power supply not operating or operating with
malfunction
Examples
Input
Power
Input
Power
+6V
+6V
+15V
+15V
+28V
+28V
LED 1 is flashing slowly, LED 2 – 4 are flashing slowly (once
every 10 seconds)
=> power supply unit is operating without problem
LED 1 is flashing slowly, one or two of the red LEDs are
flashing quickly
=> Input power is operating but there is a problem with some
of the other voltages
LED 1 is flashing slowly, all of the red LEDs are flashing
quickly
=> Input power is out and unit is operating on backup battery
Input
Power
+6V
+15V
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Appendix A - Specification
Electrical Specifications
Standard Operational Frequency Range
Duplexer Frequency Spacings
Filter options (passband/guardband)
Impedance
Output power/carrier (DL)
IP3
Noise figure (UL)
Group delay
System net gain at 10 dB optical loss
Spurious Emissions from RF port
Optical Module Electrical Specification
DL Optical Wavelength
UL Optical Wavelength
Maximum optical output power
Maximum optical input power
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
External connection
Local Maintenance Terminal
TX Server Port
RX Server Port
Optical Ports
Remote connection
Modem antenna connector (if fitted)
Mechanical Specification
Dimensions
Enclosure
Weight
Cooling
Environmental Specification
Operating Temperature
Storage
Compliance
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470-490 MHz
5 MHz
0.5 MHz / 2.5 MHz
1.0 MHz / 2.0 MHz
1.5 MHz / 1.5 MHz
1.8 MHz / 1.2 MHz
2.0 MHz / 1.0 MHz
50 Ω
1 carrier: +36 dBm
2 carriers: +33 dBm
3-4 carriers: +30 dBm
8 carriers: +27 dBm
> +63dBm
<6dB, 5dB typical at maximum gain
2us max
Uplink & Downlink Net Gain = 30dB with OMU
Complies with FCC
1310 ± 10 nm
1550 ± 3 nm
+3 dBm ±2 dB
+2 dBm
115 VAC, 60Hz (options: 230 VAC 50Hz, -48 VDC)
<120W, typical
RS232
N female
N female
1 x SC/APC female
Via OMU (options GSM, GSM-R PSTN modem or Ethernet)
SMA
24½” x 16½ ” x 10¼” (ex handles, feet and heatsinks)
Aluminum (IP65/NEMA4)
66 lbs. approx.
Convection
-13 to +131˚F (- 25˚C to + 55˚C)
-22 +158˚F (- 30˚C to + 70˚C)
FCC
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Appendix B - F/O Cleaning Procedure
NOTE: The process is demonstrated on an OMU F/O module and is similar to all F/O equipment
supplied by Axell.
Tools:
Tool Description
Fiberscope connected to a PC running the
appropriate viewing software.
Illustration
It is highly recommended that some form of fiber
viewing equipment such as a Fiberscope is used
to ensure that all fiber connections are clean
before termination; failure to do so could result in
poor system performance
Lint-free swabs (box), Axell P/N 99-000127
Lint-free wipes (pack) Axell P/N 99-000125
Fujikura “One Click” cleaner, Axell P/N 98-900004.
99% isopropyl alcohol (can), Axell P/N 99-000126
Cletop type S Cassette Cleaner, Axell P/N 98900001
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The Cleaning Procedure:
Dry Cleaning
ATTENTION!
Invisible laser radiation might be emitted from disconnected fibers or
connectors. Do not stare into the beams or view directly with optical
instruments.
1.
Before cleaning the optical connectors on the OMU it is advisable to clean the connector of
the mating cable being attached to the optical port.
An unclean optical connector is often the cause for reduced system performance. A bit of dust or
oil from a finger can easily interfere with, or block light. Fortunately, it is very easy to clean the
connector. Be sure to use the correct procedure for the given connector. When disconnected, cap
the SC/APC connector to keep it clean and prevent scratching the tip of the ferrule.
Use a product specially designed for the
purpose, such as the Cletop type S
Cassette Cleaner.
2.
Begin by dry cleaning the F/O bulkhead connector (shown below is the Fujikura One-Click
in use).
Always make sure there is a way of inspecting the connector after
cleaning. Cleaning can actually leave the end-face in a worse condition,
IMPORTANT
since alcohol residue is one of the most difficult contaminants to
remove.
3.
Remove the protective cap
from the cleaning-head end of the
“One Click” cleaner, lift the
protective end-cap on the fiber
connector and offer-up the end to
the fiber connector.
4.
With the cleaning-head end
fully engaged in the connector, push
until an audible “click” is heard
5.
Without fully withdrawing the
cleaning head end
push it in
again twice more, each time until an
audible “click” is heard.
6.
Withdraw the “One Click”
cleaner and replace the protective
end cap.
7.
Inspect the fiber connector using a Fiberscope. On the PC monitor, verify that there is no
contamination present on the connector end-face.
8.
If the connector is dirty, clean it with a wet cleaning technique followed immediately by dry
cleaning. This is to remove any remaining residue from the wet clean (the following steps
demonstrate a wet cleaning technique).
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Wet Cleaning
ATTENTION!
1.
Invisible laser radiation might be emitted from disconnected fibers or
connectors. Do not stare into the beams or view directly with optical
instruments.
Lightly moisten a new lint-free wipe with 99% isopropyl alcohol. (Step 1 below).
Tip: Have a dry lint-free swab available for immediately drying after performing the wet-cleaning.
2.
Lightly press and turn a clean lint-free swab in the moistened area of the wipe to moisten
the swab. It is important that the swab is not too wet. (Step 2 below).
3.
Insert the moistened lint-free swab into the bulkhead adapter. Lightly press and rotate
several times in the same direction. (Step 3 below).
Step 1
4.
Step 2
Step 3
Wet-Cleaning Technique
Immediately use a dry lint-free swab to clear any remaining alcohol residue.
NOTE: Do not re-use any of the wipes and/or swabs. Dispose of them properly.
5.
Follow steps 3 to 6 of Dry Cleaning above
6.
Re-inspect the fiber using the Fiberscope. On the PC monitor, verify that there is no
contamination present on the connector end-face.
7.
If the fiber is still dirty, go back to step 1 (Wet Cleaning) and repeat the entire process.
NOTE: The entire wet/dry cleaning cycle should only be used twice, if the fiber is still dirty after two
cycles of wet/dry cleaning seek advice from the Axell Wireless Support Desk.
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