R tron APEX1924 Repeater User Manual

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APEX 1924 User’s Manual Please read this manual before operating this product. After you finish reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Notice Trademark R-tron is a registered trademark of R-tron Inc. Other products and company names mentioned here in this manual might be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners. Copyright Copyright © R-tron Inc. 2000-2010 All Rights Reserved Any reproduction, distribution, or revisions of any or all portions of this manual is prohibited without written permission from R-tron Inc. Notice This document describes the specifications, installation, and operation of the APEX 1900-24 repeater. Hardware and software mentioned in this document are subject to continuous development and improvement. Consequently, there may be minor discrepancies between the information in the document, performance, and design of the product. Specifications, dimensions, and other statements mentioned in this document are subject to change without notice. Questions or Comments Address: R-tron Inc. 6402 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211 Phone: +1-913-344-9977, 1-888-317-8766 Fax: +1-913-344-9988 e-mail: info@r-tronamerica.com Website: www.rtronamerica.com
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 1Safety Precautions Opening the APEX 1900-24 equipment could result in electric shock and may cause severe injury. Connect the equipment frame ground to the building ground. Operating the APEX 1900-24 with antennas in very close proximity facing each other can lead to severe damage to the repeater. RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION A minimum separation distance of 7.9 inches (20cm) must be maintained between the user and the external antenna of the repeater to satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements. For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov This equipment is for indoor use only and enables the communication wiring to communicate inside the building.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 2Manual Version History List Revision History Approval Ver. Issue Ver. Date Item/Description Reason Firmware Version History List Revision History Approval Ver. Issue Ver. Date Item/Description Reason WEB GUI Version History List Revision History Approval Ver. Issue Ver. Date Item/Description Reason
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 3Contents Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................4 1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................4 2. Description....................................................................................................................................5 2.1 Main Unit Overview............................................................................................................ 5 2.2 Internal Configuration.......................................................................................................... 6 2.2.1 RFU (RF Unit)……………………………………………………………………………...7 2.2.2 Duplexer…………………………………………………………………………………….8 2.2.3 PSU (Power Supply Unit)…………………………………………………………………..8 2.2.4 MCU (Main Control Unit)………………………………………………………………….8 3. Hardware Installation ...................................................................................................................8 3.1 Check List of Items ............................................................................................................. 9 3.2 Mounting............................................................................................................................ 9 3.3 Grounding ........................................................................................................................ 12 3.4 Cable Connection.............................................................................................................. 12 3.5 Power On……………..…….....……………….…..…...…………………………………………13 4. Operation....................................................................................................................................14 4.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 14 4.2 Network Setup .................................................................................................................. 14 4.2.1 Windows XP……………………………………………………………………………….14 4.2.2 Windows Vista……………………………………………………………………………..16 4.2.3 Windows 7…………………………………………………………………………………20 4.3 System Login.................................................................................................................... 24 4.3.1 Network……………………………………………………………………………………..28 4.3.2 Status……………………………………………………………………………………….28 4.3.3 Control……………………………………………………………………………………...28 4.3.4 File Update…………………………………………………………………………………29 4.3.5 Alarm History………………………………………………………………………………29 5. Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................30 6. Specifications...............................................................................................................................35 6.1 RF Characteristics.................................................................................................................. 35 6.2 Mechanical Specification........................................................................................................ 36 7. Appendix.....................................................................................................................................37
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 4Glossary The following is a list of abbreviations and terms used in this manual. Abbreviation Definition AC Alternating Current ANT Antenna ATT Attenuator / Attenuation CDMA Code Division Multiple Access DC Direct Current DL Downlink GND Grounding GUI Graphic User Interface LED Light Emitting Diode PLL Phase-locked loop PSU Power Supply Unit RF Radio Frequency RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication TEMP Temperature UL Uplink VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio AGC (Automatic Gain Control) AGC feature prevents the repeater from exceeding its maximum output power by reducing the gain automatically. AGC is used to adjust the gain to an appropriate level for a range of input signal levels. ASD (Automatic Shutdown) ASD does not: 1. prevent oscillation 2. protect from excessive input. ASD helps protect the amplifier from over load. ASD helps protect the network by preventing excessive signal output power. There are three parameters: ASD Level, ASD Time, and ASD Iteration. If the output power exceeds higher than the “ASD LEVEL”, the repeater will shut down for “ASD TIME” seconds and it will turn the amp back on to measure the output power again. If this repeats at “Iteration” times, the repeater will shut down completely. 1. Introduction APEX1900-24 is used to fill out areas in APEX1900-24 systems, such as base station fringe areas, business and industrial building, etc. APEX1900-24 receives signals from a base station, amplifies and retransmits the signals to the mobile stations. It also receives, amplifies and retransmits signals in the opposite direction. Both directions are served simultaneously with the following features:
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 5 < Basic Organization > APEX1924 Key Features ◈ Design(Each BDA is possible to service selected channels by the user within a band.) - Possible to select any channel combination within a band caused by the Digital Filter. - Using the Digital Filter: High quality, out of band rejection, high performance ◈ User friendly design. - Local monitoring and control through the Web GUI interface - Remote monitoring and control through the Remote Access and Control - Reports the status of connection as a function of SNMP regularly and reports an alarm if the event occurred. ◈ Protection function - Isolation Check - Auto Gain Control - Auto Shutdown 2. Description 2.1 Main Unit Overview
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 6 2.2 Internal Configuration
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 7 2.2.1 RFU (RF Unit) The RFU (RF Unit) is a bi-directional amplifier that sharply filters out unwanted noise.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 8 2.2.2 Duplexer A duplexer is a device that combines two or more signals onto a common channel or medium to increase its transmission efficiency. 2.2.3 PSU (Power Supply Unit) The AC-DC adaptor supplies a steady DC power to the APEX1924 equipment by drawing power from the general in-wall AC outlets. Specification Item Specification Operating Temp -10˚C~50˚C (14˚F~122˚F) Humidity 20%~90%RH Environmental Cooling method Convection. Voltage AC 85-264V Current +24V/6.5A (150W) Frequency 50/60(47-63) 2.2.4 MCU (Main Control Unit) The MCU (Main Control Unit) is the control unit of a APEX1924. It controls and monitors operational parameters. It is also responsible alarms, keeping event logs and performing many other functions of the APEX1924. 3. Hardware Installation The installation procedure is as follows: • Confirm Items from List
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 9• Mounting • Grounding • RF Cable Connection • Power On 3.1 Check List of Items Index Items Quantity 1 Repeater 1 2 AC Cable 1 3 LAN Cable 1 4 Anchor Bolt 4 5 Quick Installation Guide 1 6 User’s Manual 1 3.2 Mounting Step 1: Drill holes directly through the template. and attach the mounting bracket to the wall using provided bolts or extra screws.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 10 Step 2: Lean the APEX1924 to hang the topside of the Guide Ring on the mounting bracket, and push toward the wall to mount.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 11Step 3: Fix the APEX1924 using the 4 screws provided. Step 4: Example
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 123.3 Grounding A rod on the left side is intended for a building ground. Connect the ground cable to the rod. 3.4 Cable Connection Step 1: Connect a cable from the donor antenna to the Donor Antenna Port. Step 2: Connect a cable from a repeater’s service antenna to the Sever Antenna Port.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 13 3.5 Power On Step 1: Connect the power cord. Step 2: Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. Step 3: Check if the green LED at the Top turns on.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 144. Operation 4.1 System Requirements APEX1900-24 operates on a customer provided PC based platform with the following system requirements: • Windows® XP or Windows® Vista, Windows 7 • Internet Explorer 6.0(Recommended) or higher • 128 MB RAM or higher • Pentium Ⅲ processor or higher • RJ-45 jack required 4.2 Network Setup 4.2.1 Windows XP Step 1: Click the Start button and select My Network Places.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 15Step 2: Click View network connections. Step 3: Right-click on the Local Area Connection and select Properties to view the shortcut menu. Step 4: Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 16Step 5: Check Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Step 6: Close all widows. 4.2.2 Windows Vista Step 1: Click the Start button and select Control Panel.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 17Step 2: Click Network and Internet. Step 3: Click Network and Sharing Center.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 18Step 4: Click View status of Local Area Connection. Step 5: Click Properties and a caution pop-up window will appear. Click OK.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 19Step 6: Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. Step 7: Check Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Step 8: Close all windows.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 204.2.3 Windows 7 Step 1: Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Step 2: Click Network and Internet.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 21Step 3: Click Network and Sharing Center. Step 4: Click View status of Local Area Connection.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 22Step 5: Click Properties and a caution pop-up window will appear. Click OK. Step 6: Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 23Step 7: Check Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Step 8: Close all windows.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 244.3 System Login Step 1 Open your Web browser and type http://192.168.0.1 into the URL address box. Then press the Enter key. Step 2 The login screen will appear. Type “operator” for the ID and “rtron” for the password and then Click OK. Step 3 The pop-up message for the login success will appear. Click OK. Step 4 When the login process is complete, the initial screen will appear.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 254.3.1 Network ① Clock <Network Clock Status and Set-up> In the above page, you can set device time and update time-related information. Click the “set time” button to save your settings. ② Network Set-up <Network Set-up> ¾ SYSTEM
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 26• Cascade Code: Type the pre-assigned cascade code. Otherwise, you cannot access the system setup. • Location Information: Enter the latitude and longitude. You can input values either in Decimal Degrees or Degrees-Minutes-Seconds. [Example] (‘N/S’ | ‘E/W’) ddd.dddddd: (Latitude: N 39.006967 Longitude: W 94.532306) • Product Information: This is for manufacturer use only. Do not change this value. ¾ ETHERNET SETTING • IP Mode/IP Address: Enables you to set a connection mode for the network connected to the CAT5DAS-RU port. When you “select” Auto, the device automatically assigns the IP address. When you select “Static”, it is possible to set an IP address of your choosing. • SNMP: In order to send Heartbeat and alarm related information to a remote monitoring server, you can set a server IP address. The factory default IP address is 10.22.25.15. • Heartbeat Interval: Sets the time to transmit the Heartbeat to the NMC Server. (Default value is 20 minutes.) ③ User Note <Network User Note set-up>
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 27• Location Information: Type the location information such as the building name, address, city, state, zip code and telephone, and then click Apply. • Donor Site Information: Type the base station’s ID, and then click Apply. • Installer Information: Type the installer information such as the company, name and telephone, Click Apply. ④ User Comment <Network User Comment set-up> • User Comment: You can store up to 50 comments in memory. The length of each comment is limited to 20 characters.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 284.3.2 Status <Status> 4.3.3 Control <Control>
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 294.3.4 File Update 4.3.5 Alarm History Alarm history page allows you to record alarm information of each unit. Up to 300 lists can be accommodated. <Alarm History>
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 305. Troubleshooting Before contacting your service dealer, please make sure you refer to the following guidelines. If the APEX1900-24 repeater does not work normally after completing the following troubleshooting, please contact your local dealer or R-tron America’s Tech support line (1-888-31R-TRON). The alarm information is displayed by the LED lights on the APEX1900-24 repeater. Problem Cause Solution No LED on Check the power cord for secure connection The mobile phone is not working well. Check if the power is ON. Check if the DL Amplifier and the UL Amplifier of parameter Status are displayed as “ON” 1. Gain, Input/ Output power or DC Current are changed randomly under operating of DL ALC, UL ALC and ASD. 2. Over isolation attenuation range. Oscillation a. Turn off the repeater. b. Measure the isolation and verify if the isolation between the donor antenna and the service antenna is enough for the repeater. Refer to the note on page 19. If the measured isolation value is greater than the required isolation value, turn Power On. The red light Turns on. Check if DL Input Power, DL Output Power, UL Output Power, Temperature, DC Voltage, DC Current is out of range. Especially, if the Input Power or Output Power is out of range, please contact. Technical Support Web site: www.r-tronamerica.com Toll Free: 888-317-8766
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 31 Problem Cause Solution Cannot communicate with the CAT-5 DAS 1. Click My Network places Æ View network connections. Right-click on the Wireless Network Connection and then click Disable.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 32 Problem Cause Solution 2. Right-click on the Local Area Connection and then click Disable. After clicking Disable, click Enable again. 3. Double click the Local Area Connection and then click the Support tab Æ Repair.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 33 Problem Cause solution 4. Open the Internet Browser and then select Tools Æ Internet Options. Click Delete Files button in the Temporary Internet files section.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 34 Problem Cause Solution 5. Click Start and select Run. Type “ping 192.168.0.1-t” and click OK.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 356. Specifications 6.1 RF Characteristics Electrical Specifications Parameter Down-Link Up-Link Frequency Range 1930 - 1995 MHz (65M B.W) 1850 - 1915 MHz (65M B.W) Service CDMA2000 or LTE(FDD) Service Channel Select Center frequency + BW (1M - 20MHz) Non-continuous 3 channel Input Power Range -71 – -31 dBm -71 – -31 dBm Composite Output Power Range 24 dBm 24 dBm Gain Range 55 - 95 dB 55 - 95 dB Range 40 dB (min) AGC Time the AGC must track only slow variations with time on the order of 100ms. Gain Ripple ± 1.5 dB Max Gain 5 dB (max) 5 dB (max) Noise Figure Min Gain - 12 dB (max) > 50dBc at ± 1 MHz from band edge Filter set 1 > 50dBc at ± 2 MHz from band edge > 65dBc at ± 0.5 MHz from band edge Roll-off Filter set 2 > 65dBc at ± 2 MHz from band edge Filter set 1 6 μs (max) Propagation Delay Filter set 2 8 μs (max) Spurious Emission Section 24 and section 27 of FCC VSWR 1.4 : 1 (max) Impedance 50Ω Operating Temperature -10 - +50 ℃
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 366.2 Mechanical Specification Parameter Specifications Remark RF connectors N-female x 2 Dimensions (WxHxD) 9.35 * 16.8 * 5.67 Inch 242 * 426 * 144 mm W * D * H Weight 44.09 lb 20 Kg max
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 377. Appendix USPCS Channel
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 38Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY This product, as supplied and distributed by R-tron, in the original carton, is warranted by R-tron against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of: Five (5) Year Parts and Labor This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. R-tron will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of R-tron and must be returned to R-tron. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty. This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, and except to the extent otherwise expressly provided for in this statement, use of this product, and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to: damage which occurs in installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature; use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external wiring or connectors not supplied or authorized by R-tron which damage this product or result in service problems; or incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations and surges; customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instruction. R-tron does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON R-tron.
APEX 1900-24 USER MANUAL V1.0.00 Tech Support: 1-888-317-8766 39Return Material Authorization(RMA) Procedure The return and exchange of products are not allowed without prior approval from R-tron America, Inc. Please follow the exchange procedure below. 1. Call Tech Support for troubleshooting. 2. If the device has a hardware problem, R-tron will replace it if it is within warranty. A RMA number will be issued for the return. 3. R-tron will ship the replacement unit with a return shipping label. 4. The customer must return the product using the original packaging, including all accessories and/or parts.

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