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DISCLAIMER
All information and statements contained herein are accurate to the best of Westell Technologies knowledge. Westell
makes no warranty with respect there to, including without limitation any results that may be obtained from the
products described herein or the infringement by such products of any property rights of any persons. Use or
application of such information or statements is at the users’ sole risk, without any liability on the part of Westell.
Nothing herein shall be construed as license or recommendation for use, which infringes upon any propriety rights
of any person. Product material and specifications are subject to change without notice. Westell standard terms of
sale and the specific terms of any particular sale apply.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Purpose................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Scope ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Audience ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Document Organization .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
References ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Document Conventions ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Safety Notices ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Technical Support............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Acronyms and Abbreviations ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements ...................................................................................................................................... 9
1 General Information ............................................................................................................................................... 10
1.1 Document Purpose and Intended Users ................................................................................................................................. 10
1.2 Application .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Product Registration Information ......................................................................................................................................... 10
1.3 Safety Guidelines .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
1.3.1 Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................ 12
1.4 FCC Part 90 Signal Boosters ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
2 Product Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 13
2.1 Product Information ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
2.2 Product Features .............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.3 Included Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.4 Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3 Product Specification ............................................................................................................................................. 15
3.1 RF Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Power Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................. 16
3.4 Environmental Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.5 GUI Items ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
3.6 Alarm Status ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.7 Alarm Relay ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4 Product Appearance ............................................................................................................................................... 20
4.1 External Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................... 20
5 Installation Guidelines ........................................................................................................................................... 21
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5.1 Important Installation Guidelines .............................................................................................................................................. 21
5.2 Donor Antenna Installation Guidelines ................................................................................................................................... 22
5.3 Indoor Antenna Installation Guidelines................................................................................................................................... 22
5.4 Mounting the Repeater ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
5.5 Verifying the Physical System Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 24
5.6 Controlling the Repeater ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.7 Connecting to the Alarm Relay Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 25
5.8 Connecting the Power Cable ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
6 Software Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 41
6.1 Upgrading the Firmware ............................................................................................................................................................... 44
7 System Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1 Operating the Program ................................................................................................................................................................. 29
7.2 Status .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
7.3 Control .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Appendix A Important Product Information....................................................................................................... 48
A.1 Registration Number ...................................................................................................................................................................... 48
A.2 Internal Power Supply .................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Appendix B Acronyms and Abbreviations ............................................................................................................... 49
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: Product Registration .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 4-1: External Product Configuration ............................................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 5-1: Repeater Mounting Bracket Mounted on Repeater Rear ............................................................................................. 23
Figure 5-2: Mounting Bracket with Mounting Screw Holes Highlighted in Red ......................................................................... 23
Figure 5-3: Ethernet Cable ................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 5-4: Stripped Cable Conductors ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
Figure 5-5: Alarm Relay 9 Position D-Sub Connector ............................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 5-6: Alarm Relay Cable Connected to Repeater ......................................................................................................................... 26
Figure 5-7: Remove the Power Connector Cap ........................................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 5-8: Connector Keys .............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Figure 5-9: Power Cable Connected to Repeater .................................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 5-10: Power Cable Connected to Repeater .................................................................................................................................. 28
Figure 6-1: Setup.exe file ................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
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Figure 6-2: Navigate to the destination directory ................................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 6-3: Click Next to Begin Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 42
Figure 6-4: Installation Progress Window ................................................................................................................................................... 42
Figure 6-5: Installation Complete ................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 6-6: Firmware Upgrade Progress Window showing File Open tab .................................................................................... 44
Figure 6-7: Navigate to the New Software BIN File ................................................................................................................................ 45
Figure 6-8: Firmware Version Check ............................................................................................................................................................. 45
Figure 6-9: File Upload Begins ........................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Figure 6-10: Upgrade Complete ..................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 6-11: Verify New Software Version .................................................................................................................................................. 47
Figure 7-1: IP Settings......................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 7-2: Run the Software ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 7-3: Status Page (after clicking connect) ....................................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 7-4: Status Mode Page ......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 7-5: Control Mode Page ...................................................................................................................................................................... 36
LIST OF TABLES
Table P-1: Document Conventions ................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Table 2-1: Included Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Table 2-2: Optional Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Table 3-1: RF Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Table 3-2: Power Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Table 3-3: Mechanical Specifications............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Table 3-4: Environmental Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Table 3-5: GUI Items ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Table 3-6: Alarm Status ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Table 3-7: Alarm Relay........................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Table B-1: Acronyms and Abbreviations ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
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Preface
This Preface includes the following:
Purpose
Scope
Audience
Document Organization
References
Document Conventions
Safety Notices
Technical Support
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements
Purpose
This manual contains information and procedures for the operation of the Westell PS51080 Public Safety Repeater.
Changes that occur after the publishing date may be incorporated by a complete manual revision or as additions.
Scope
Reference this manual when there is a need to add enhanced signal capability to a new or existing system, to monitor
a system, make maintenance adjustments, or address alarms.
Audience
This manual is intended for installers and users who are familiar with similar types of equipment.
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Document Organization
This manual includes the following chapters:
Chapter 1: General Information – Outlines the document purpose and intended users, application,
product registration, safety guidelines, disclaimer and FCC Part 90.
Chapter 2: Product Overview – Provides product information, describes product features and lists
accessories.
Chapter 3: Product Specification – Provides tables containing RF, power, mechanical and environmental
specifications. Also provides information about GUI items, alarm status and alarm relay.
Chapter 4: Product Appearance – Provides physical specifications, photographs and information about
the external and internal repeater configuration.
Chapter 5: Installation Guidelines – Lists guidelines for installing the repeater and antennas.
Chapter 6: Software Installation – Outlines the steps required to install the software.
Chapter 7: System Operation – Describes product operation, including how to open the communication
port and describes the functions in the Status and Control pages.
Appendix A: Important Product Information – Provides the product registration number and internal
power supply information.
Appendix B: Acronyms and Abbreviations – A table of acronyms and abbreviations and definitions for
each.
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References
FCC Part 90
Document Conventions
Table P-1 lists the conventions used throughout this document.
Table P-1: Document Conventions
Convention
Description
DANGER!
Description of an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, may result in severe personal
injury or death. Before you work on equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with
electrical and RF circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
WARNING!
Description of an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or
serious equipment damage.
CAUTION
Description of a conditions or practice that could cause damage to equipment or
property. Communicates information that is crucial to preventing loss of data or damage
to hardware or software, and actions that could result in equipment failure.
IMPORTANT
Additional important information that the user must be aware of, but is not related to a
hazard.
NOTE
Additional information that is beneficial for the user to know, but is not related to a
hazard.
Bold
Bold text indicates an action or provides emphasis.
Click
Instructs the user to press the primary (typically left) mouse button while the pointer is
over the specified location.
Right-click
Instructs the user to press the secondary (typically right) mouse button while the pointer
is over the specified location.
Double-click
Instructs the user to press the primary (typically left) mouse button twice, rapidly, while the
pointer is over the specified location.
Select
Instructs the user to perform a selection on the screen by clicking an active object.
Enter
Instructs the user to type text using the keyboard.
>
Indicates a level in a menu. For example, Start>Programs prompts the user to click on
Start, then locate and click Programs under the Start menu.
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Safety Notices
This general safety information applies to both operating and service personnel. Specific warnings and cautions are
located in other parts of this manual where they apply and may not appear in this summary. Failure to comply with
these precautions or specific warnings elsewhere in the manual violates the safety standards of design, manufacture,
and intended use of equipment.
Westell assumes no liability for the customer’s or user’s failure to comply with these requirements:
Explosive atmospheres - To avoid explosion or fire, do not operate this product in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes.
Lightning danger - Do not install or make adjustments to this unit during an electrical storm.
WARNING!
Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by Westell can void your
authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission’s
rules.
Technical Support
If you suspect a malfunction with this product or have a technical question, call your dealer or the Westell Support
Line at: (603) 626-6677, Toll Free (USA) 1-877-844-4274, press option 2, and then option 1. Westell Support can also
be reached via email at IBWsupport@westell.com.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Refer to Appendix B for definitions of the acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual.
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements
The following products are referred to in this manual:
is a registered trademark of Westell Technologies, Inc.
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1 General Information
1.1 Document Purpose and Intended Users
The purpose of this document is to provide a step-by-step procedure to help experienced technicians or engineers
install and commission an in-building wireless enhancement system using Westell’s PS51080 Public Safety Repeater.
Follow the instructions in this guide to minimize risks associated with modifying a live system and preclude service
interruptions. This document assumes the technician or engineer understands the basic principles and functionality
involved with repeater and in-building systems. This guide has been written to address the practical concerns of the
installer.
1.2 Application
Use this guide whenever there is a need to add enhanced signal capability to an existing system or when a repeater
is included in a new installation.
1.2.1 Product Registration Information
The serial number is located on the label on the panel near the power connectors. Record this number in Figure 1-1.
Retain this manual, along with proof of purchase, to serve as a permanent record of your purchase.
Figure 1-1: Product Registration
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1.3 Safety Guidelines
The general safety information in this guideline applies to both operating and service personnel. Specific warnings
and cautions are located in the applicable manual sections, but may not appear in this summary. Failure to comply
with these precautions or specific warnings elsewhere in the manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture,
and intended use of equipment. Westell assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these
requirements:
Grounding: This repeater is designed to operate at 110VAC @ 0.5A maximum current and must always be operated
with the ground wire properly connected.
Explosive atmospheres: To avoid explosion or fire, do not operate this product in the presence of flammable gases
or fumes.
Lightning danger: Do not install or adjust this unit during an electrical storm.
No user-serviceable parts are inside the unit. Hazardous voltages are present when the cover is removed. Opening
the chassis will void your warranty. If you suspect a malfunction with this product, call your dealer or Westell’s technical
support line at 1.877.844.4274.
CAUTION
Turn the repeater power off when connecting or disconnecting cables.
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1.3.1 Important Safety Information
Antennas used for the purpose of radiating signals indoors are limited to a maximum gain of 3 dBi. The outdoor
antenna used for the purpose of communicating to the wireless infrastructure is limited to 14 dBi gain, or any
combination of gain and loss that equals 14 dB at input. Each antenna must be positioned to observe minimum
separation requirements from all users and bystanders
.
The following guidelines
must be used
when considering separation
distances:
Indoor antennas
must be placed so that under normal conditions, personnel
cannot come within 20 cm (~8
in) of any inside antenna. Adhering to this minimum separation
will ensure that the employee or bystander
cannot exceed RF exposures beyond the maximum permissible
limit as defined by FCC Regulations section
1.1310 Limits for general population/uncontrolled exposure.
Outdoor antenna must be positioned so that under normal conditions
,
personnel cannot approach closer
than 120 cm (~4 ft.). A directional antenna having a maximum gain of 14 dBi is used, and precautions
should be taken to prevent personnel from routinely passing through the main radiation beam at a distance
closer than specified.
1.4 FCC Part 90 Signal Boosters
WARNING!
THIS IS A 90.219 CLASS B DEVICE
This is not a consumer device. It is designed for installation by FCC licensees and
qualified installers. You must have an FCC license 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.
1.5 FCC Contact Information
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 1-888-225-5322
TTY: 1-888-835-5322
Fax: 1-866-418-0232
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2 Product Overview
2.1 Product Information
The PS51080 repeater was developed for use in enclosed structures where signals from local public safety towers to
operate mobile units is poor or unavailable. Adequate signal strength must be available outside the structure as a
prerequisite to achieving in-building coverage. The device is connected to an external antenna, normally located on
a roof, and to one or more internal antennas placed strategically throughout the area where wireless service is desired.
The external antenna is typically directional, such as a Yagi antenna. Internal antennas are typically omnidirectional,
although various other types may be used, depending on the coverage application. The repeater amplifies both the
uplink (mobile to base) and downlink (base to mobile) signals, thus facilitating communications to and from the
intended wireless infrastructure.
With a maximum total of 80 dB nominal gain on both the uplink and downlink, gain can be adjusted over a range
from 50 dB to 80 dB in 1 dB steps.
The repeater is controlled using a computer connected to the 8P8C/RJ45 Female Network Connector labeled ‘GUI’.
There are also LED indicators to indicate alarm status, OSC and power. Refer to Figure 4-1.
2.2 Product Features
Easy installation
Light and small
One body type
Control using a Windows-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) and accessed by connecting a laptop or
desktop computer to the 8P8C/RJ45 Female Network Connector labeled ‘GUI’
User gain control
Automatic level control
Automatic shutdown function
Oscillation protection
Overdrive protection
Under/over voltage protection
Fault protection
Alarm notification
External interfaces – serial
Persistent status and error information
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2.3 Included Accessories
Table 2-1 contains the items that are shipped with the PS51080 Public Safety Repeater.
Table 2-1: Included Accessories
2.4 Optional Accessories
A complete line of accessories is available from Westell. Check with your Westell distributor for any additional items
needed. Some products that are suitable for most in-building needs are listed in Table 2-2.
Table 2-2: Optional Accessories
Quantity
Description
1
AC Power Cable, 5 feet 10 inches
1
Ethernet cable, 6 feet 1 inch
1
Alarm Relay Serial Cable, 4 feet 9 inches
1
USB Drive containing the User Manual and Software
5
Mounting Screws
5
Drywall Anchors
Item
Model Number or Description
Outside donor antenna panel
Clearlink-D/698-2.7 K/N
Inside omnidirectional antenna
ClearLink-O/698-2.7 K/N
Directional couplers
6 dB
Clearlink-DC6/698-2.7K/N
10 dB
Clearlink-DC10/698-2.7K/N
15 dB
Clearlink-DC15/698-2.7K/N
20 dB
Clearlink-DC20/698-2.7K/N
30 dB
Clearlink-DC30/698-2.7K/N
Power dividers
2:1
Clearlink-SPD2/698-2.7K/N
3:1
Clearlink-SPD3/698-2.7K/N
4:1
Clearlink-SPD4/698-2.7K/N
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3 Product Specification
3.1 RF Specifications
Table 3-1: RF Specifications
Parameters
Specifications
Comments
Frequency range
UL(Uplink)
788~805MHz
806~809MHz Sub-Band1
806~816MHz Sub-Band2
Each band, 700
and 800
independently
controlled by GUI
DL (Downlink)
758~775MHz
851~854MHz Sub-Band1
851~861MHz Sub-Band2
Frequency selectivity
UL/DL
@-40dBc ±2MHz
Gain
UL/DL
80dB (±1.0dB )
Sub-band balance
UL/DL
± 1.0dB
Gain adjustment range
UL/DL
30dB/30dB ± 1 dB
1dB step
AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
range
UL/DL
25 dB
Pass band ripple
UL DL
±1.5dB Typ (Peak-To-Peak
3dB)
±2.0dB Max (Peak-To-Peak
4dB)
Linear output power
UL/DL
+27dBm
3rd order intercept point
UL/DL
+42.5dBm
1 dB gain compression
UL/DL
31dBm
Input
VSWR (
Voltage Standing
Wave Ratio)
UL/DL
<2:1
Max power input w/o damage
UL/DL
+10dBm
Propagation delay
UL/DL
3㎲ Typ
4㎲ Max
Noise
figure @ maximum gain
UL/DL
6.5dB Typ.
8.0dB Max
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3.2 Power Specifications
Table 3-2: Power Specifications
3.3 Mechanical Specifications
Table 3-3: Mechanical Specifications
3.4 Environmental Specifications
Table 3-4: Environmental Specifications
Parameters
Specifications
Notes
Main power input voltage
AC110V
Internal AC DC Power Supply
Parameters
Specifications
Notes
Dimensions
279 x 425.958 x 81.28 mm (L x H x D)
11 x 16.77 x 3.2 in (L x H x D)
Weight
7.7 kg (~17 lbs.)
Connectors
Link/service antenna ports
N-female
Power Connectors
IEC320
Frame ground
External grounding point
provided on repeater, Figure 4-1
RJ45 (8P8C)
GUI (Graphical User Interface)
Alarm Relay (RS-232)
9P D-SUB, female
Mounting type
Wall mounting
Heat dissipation
Natural convection
Finish
Red color paint
Parameters
Specifications
Notes
Operating temperature
-30° to +50° C (ambient)
-22° F to +118° F
Storage temperature
-40° C to +60° C (ambient)
-40° F to +140° F
Humidity
95%
NEMA
IP65, NEMA 4 Compliance
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3.5 GUI Items
Table 3-5: GUI Items
Refer to Section 6 System Operation for more information about the GUI.
Parameters
Specifications
Notes
UL/DL Output Readings
5dBm to 30dBm
Reads and displays the UL/DL
output power
Alarm Readout Displays
PLL LD(Lock Detector), Isolation,
UL/DL shutdown, DC Fail, Relay
Status, UL/DL VSWR, Manual
Amp
Displays alarm status
UL/DL Shutdown Setting
23dBm to 30dBm
Use to set the peak power
(shutdown level)
UL/DL Gain Setting
0dB to 30dB
Used to set the UL/DL system
gain.
System Location Display
PS51080 PS-SMR700/800
Company, Address, City, State,
Contact
Displays the repeater name and
information.
Control Send
All Control Page Settings
Used to save settings in the
Control page.
Isolation
Settable to 0db -or- 15dB.
VSWR
Adjustable from 1-30
Quit
None
Closes the GUI page.
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3.6 Alarm Status
Table 3-6: Alarm Status
Refer to Figure 4-1 for LED locations.
Repeater Unit LED
Condition/Troubleshooting
Power (Green)
OSC (Red)
Alarm (Red)
X
X
X
Power supply inside the repeater is not functioning or
is turned off.
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Checking isolation
data.
Solidly lit
Off
Off
Normal condition at start up.
Solidly lit
Solidly lit
Solid
Insufficient data (isolation) exists between the DL and
UL antenna. Remove power and re-install the DL and
UL antenna to resolve isolation
problem.
Solidly lit
Off
Solidly lit
Shut down alarm. The cell tower signal is too strong
(exceeds AGC range). Attenuate DL path to clear alarm.
Solidly lit
Off
Blinking
PLL lock failure.
Blinking
Off
Off
Repeater is non-functional. Contact Westell customer
support.
Blinking
Solidly lit
Solidly lit
Antenna Failure Alarm.
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3.7 Alarm Relay
Table 3-7: Alarm Relay
NOTE
Either method in Table 3-7 would trigger the following alarms: Antenna Malfunction,
PA Failure and Power Failure.
Table 3-8: Alarm Relay Connections
Shutdown Signal
Relay Status
Notes
Normally Open
NO (pin 2) + CC (pin 3)
PIN 1 NC, PIN 2 NO, PIN 3 CC
Normally Closed
NC (pin 1) + CC (pin 3)
Pin Number
Contact Type
Conductor Color
1
NC
Black
2
NO
Brown
3
CC
Red
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4 Product Appearance
4.1 External Configuration
Figure 4-1: External Product Configuration
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5 Installation Guidelines
5.1 Important Installation Guidelines
The PS51080 repeater is designed for indoor use only.
The PS51080 repeater must be installed in a vertical position on the mounting bracket.
Install the PS51080 repeater in a dry, clean and dust-free environment.
Inadequate isolation between the outside and inside antennas may cause regenerative feedback in the
system.
This feedback can cause the amplifier to emit a continuous signal at maximum amplitude,
and, in some cases, interfere with normal operation of the donor site. Careful consideration
of the layout and placement of the system is imperative to minimize this possibility and to
minimize the amount of signal leaking from the building.
Do not disassemble the repeater.
DANGER!
Refer to the 1.3 Safety Guidelines section for proper antenna selection and
installation. To avoid serious injury, death and/or damage to the repeater,
do not install donor or server antennas near overhead power lines or high
power components. Allow enough distance so that falling antennas would
not come in contact with those components.
Electric shock may occur if the repeater is installed in close proximity to
water.
WARNING!
Amplifier or handset damage may occur if a handset is connected directly
to the repeater or to the coax that leads to the repeater.
The PS51080 repeater must be connected to ground for protection.
We recommend that installers do not wear jewelry or metal accessories
when installing this repeater.
Do not place cables or tools that may damage the repeater in close
proximity to it.
Check the installation site for hazardous conditions such as water-covered
floors or badly worn or damaged cables prior to installation.
Lifespan and performance of the repeater may be reduced if the unit is
operating outside its nominal temperature range.
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CAUTION
Close proximity to the donor or server antennas with the repeater in
operation may expose users or installers to RF fields that exceed FCC limits
for human exposure.
Turn power to the repeater off when connecting or disconnecting cables.
5.2 Donor Antenna Installation Guidelines
Accurately determine the azimuth to the donor site. Obtain the donor site information and approval from
the service provider/carrier.
Ensure that the radiation path to the donor site is unobstructed.
Mount the donor antenna at or toward the edge of the roof, in the direction of the donor site. Avoid having
the RF signal from the donor pass above the location(s) of the service antennas. Normally, the service
antennas are installed behind and below the donor antenna, as viewed from above. This approach helps
avoid interference and feedback to and from the service antennas.
Normally, mounting the donor antenna higher will allow a less obstructed path to the donor site. However,
in high traffic metro areas, avoid mounting the donor antenna higher than necessary, as the quality of the
donor signal may become less stable and it is more likely to encounter adjacent channel interference.
When possible, shield the rear of a donor antenna by locating it so that any HVAC units and/or penthouse
structures are behind the antenna, relative to the donor cell site location.
5.3 Indoor Antenna Installation Guidelines
Use omnidirectional antennas (see section 2.4. Optional Accessories) indoors and locate them centrally with
respect to the intended coverage area to minimize signal leakage to the outside. Only use directional
antennas indoors in special cases when higher gain and directionality would be helpful and RF exposure
limits will not be exceeded.
To avoid repeater uplink overload and gain limiting, mount the indoor antennas away from areas where
mobile subscribers frequently use their phones, such as desks or dispatch areas.
To determine the quantity and locations of indoor antennas, measure Received Signal Strength Indication
(RSSI) using DM Tool software to determine areas of weak signals. These are the approximate areas where
indoor antennas may be needed.
Be aware that the signal from an indoor antenna, in most cases, can be expected to penetrate approximately
two standard sheet rock walls to reach users. If the signal must travel through more than two walls, or if
the walls are made of materials other than sheet rock, it may be necessary to split the available signal and
add more antennas.
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5.4 Mounting the Repeater
Follow the instructions in this section to mount the repeater on a wall.
Figure 5-1: Repeater Mounting Bracket Mounted on Repeater Rear
1. If the mounting bracket is attached to the repeater, remove it.
a. Grasp the top of the mounting bracket and push firmly down to slide the bracket off
the repeater.
2. Using the bracket as a template, mark the five locations for the wall anchoring system screws,
Figure 5-2.
Figure 5-2: Mounting Bracket with Mounting Screw Holes Highlighted in Red
3. Move the mounting bracket and drill the mounting holes at the marks in the wall.
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4. Install a wall
anchor in each of the five drilled holes.
5.
Place the mounting bracket over the anchors and install the five screws into the anchors, fastening
the bracket to the wall.
6. Slide the repeater onto the receiver rails on the wall mount bracket.
5.5 Verifying the Physical System Setup
Check all cables for shorts and opens. Verify that there are no cables with loose or poor connections. RF
leakage could cause oscillation to occur under some conditions.
If the rooftop antenna (donor antenna) is directional, check it for proper alignment along the calculated
compass heading. Typically, the directional antenna would be aimed at the same site that your handset
uses, but that may not always be the case.
If cables and alignment are acceptable, and a problem persists, use a spectrum analyzer to examine the
signal environment in which the unit is operating. The existence of strong adjacent channel signals within
the frequency band(s) can cause the AGC to reduce the amplifier’s gain or cause alarms. In some cases,
additional filtering or attenuation may be required to reject these unwanted signals. In some instances, the
donor antenna can be reoriented horizontally to place the interference source in an antenna pattern null.
5.6 Controlling the Repeater
Control and monitoring the repeater requires that a properly configured computer with Westell PS51080 control
software installed is connected via an ethernet cable, such as the one shown in Figure 5-3. Connect the Ethernet cable
from the Network Interface port of a computer to the GUI port on the bottom end panel of the repeater.
Figure 5-3: Ethernet Cable
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5.7 Connecting to the Alarm Relay Panel
Use the provided Alarm Relay Serial Cable to connect the PS51080 Public Safety Repeater to the alarm relay panel. If
the provided cable is not long enough for your system, you will need to build one.
1. Strip the outer serial cable insulation back to expose the inner conductors, Figure 5-4. Only the
red, black and brown conductors will be used. You may cut the remaining conductors back to
end of the outer insulation to keep them out of the way.
2. Strip back the insulation on the ends of each conductor.
Figure 5-4: Stripped Cable Conductors
3. Remove the protective cover on the Alarm Relay 9 position D-Sub connector.
Figure 5-5: Alarm Relay 9 Position D-Sub Connector
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4. Connect the 9 position D-Sub connector at one end of the serial cable to the Alarm Relay
connector on the PS51080, Figure 5-6. Be sure to fasten the connector screws securely.
Figure 5-6: Alarm Relay Cable Connected to Repeater
5. Connect the stripped end of the serial cable to the alarm relay panel. Refer to Table 5-1 for
connection information.
Table 5-1: Alarm Relay Connections
Pin Number
Contact Type
Conductor Color
1
NC
Black
2
NO
Brown
3
CC
Red
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5.8 Connecting the Power Cable
Use the provided AC Power Cable to connect the PS51080 Public Safety Repeater to an AC power source.
1. Remove the cap from the AC 110V power connector on the repeater, Figure 5-7.
Figure 5-7: Remove the Power Connector Cap
2. Connect the power cable to the AC 110V power connector on the repeater, Figure 5-9 .
NOTE
The repeater connector and the cable connector are keyed as shown in Figure 5-8.
Figure 5-8: Connector Keys
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Figure 5-9: Power Cable Connected to Repeater
3. Screw the connector on securely.
4. When the repeater is properly set up and ready to have power applied, plug the other end into
the 110VAC outlet.
Figure 5-10: Power Cable Connected to Repeater
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6 System Operation
6.1 Operating the Program
Access the PS51080 Public Safety Repeater using the provided PS51080 PS-SMR 700/800 software through a LAN
connection. The repeater ships with the IP address 192.168.1.150.
To connect directly to the repeater from a laptop or PC with a crossover CAT-5E cable or over a LAN, change the
TCP/IP settings on your computer to enable a connection to a host that has a static IP.
1. Select Use the following IP Address and enter the IP address 192.168.1.x, where ‘x’ is any
number from 2 to 254, inclusive, other than 150, Figure 6-1.
2. Ensure that the subnet mask is set to 255.255.255.0.
NOTE
Refer questions about these settings to your IT department.
Figure 6-1: IP Settings
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Figure 6-3: Status Page (after clicking connect)
Item
Description
1
IP Address Field (editable when Connect button is displayed)
2
Connect/Disconnect toggle button
3
TX/RX LED indicates the state of communication with the repeater and GUI
4. Verify that the IP address in the left menu IP section correct. If it is not, edit it in the IP Address
field.
5. In the left menu Connection section, click the Connect button. The button label changes to
Disconnect.
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6.2 Status
Clicking the Status button in the menu on the left of the page changes the button text to and displays
the Status Mode page, Figure 6-4, described in this section.
Figure 6-4: Status Mode Page
Figure 6-4: Status Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
1
System Not User-Configurable/Informational Only
Manufacturer
Displays the repeater’s manufacturer
Repeater Type
Displays repeater model
S/W Version
Displays the firmware version of the control board
Temperature
Displays the inner temperature of the repeater
2
Location
Company
Company information display
Address
Address information display
City
City information display
State
State information display
Contact
Contact information display
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Figure 6-4: Status Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
3
700 MHz
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz uplink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz uplink end frequency
Downlink
Start Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz downlink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz downlink end frequency
4
Downlink
Gain dB (700 MHz)
Displays the downlink gain in the 700 MHz range
700 MHz Output
(dBm)
Displays the output level of the 700 MHz range
Gain dB (800 MHz)
Displays the downlink gain in the 800 MHz range
800 MHz Output
(dBm)
Displays the output level of the 800 MHz range
AGC Level (dBm)
Sets the unit’s maximum AGC output value
HPA
This
allows
the
user
to
toggle
the
downlink High Power
Amplifier (
HPA) on or off
5
800 MHz
Sub-band 1
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 uplink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 uplink end frequency
Downlink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 downlink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 downlink end frequency
Sub-Band 2
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 uplink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 uplink end frequency
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Item #
Section
5
Sub-band 2, continued
700 MHz Band
Displays the 700MHz band that is On.
800 MHz Band
Displays the 800MHz band that is On.
Uplink 700 & 800 MHz
Gain (dB)
Displays the status of the uplink gain
Uplink Output
(dBm)
Displays the uplink output level
AGC Level (dBm)
Sets the unit’s maximum AGC output value
HPA
This allows the user to toggle the uplink High
Power Amplifier on or off
6
Isolation
Isolation Value
Measured isolation value (air interface attenuation
value) between donor antenna and service antenna.
Isolation
Measured isolation value (air interface attenuation
value) between donor antenna and service antenna.
The isolation check can be performed with the RF
on or off.
On = Measure the Isolation and display the value in
the Isolation Value field
Off = Do not measure the isolation
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Figure 6-4: Status Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
7
Alarm Not User-Configurable/Informational Only
PLL LD
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Isolation
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Shutdown
(DL/UL)
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
DC Fail
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Relay Status
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
DL VSWR
DL Path VSWR check (green: Normal, red: Alarm)
UL VSWR
UL Path VSWR check ( green : Normal, red : Alarm)
Manual Amp
User HPA OFF Alarm ( green : Normal, red : Alarm)
8
VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio)
DL/UL
Ratio
VSWR Ratio Status Display, 0 to 30
Limit
VSWR Ratio Alarm Limit
On/Off
VSWR Alarm Display Enable(On)/Display(Off)
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6.3 Control
Clicking the Control button in the menu on the left of the page changes the button text to and displays
the Control Mode page, Figure 6-5, described in this section.
Figure 6-5: Control Mode Page
Item #
Section
1
700 MHz
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz uplink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz uplink end frequency
Downlink
Start Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz downlink start frequency
End Frequency
Displays the 700 MHz downlink end frequency
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Figure 6-5: Control Mode Page, continued
Figure 6-5: Control Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
2
Downlink
Gain dB (700 MHz)
Displays the downlink gain in the 700 MHz range
Atten(dB)(700
MHz)
Display attenuation value controlled by downlink
(700 MHz)
Gain dB (800 MHz)
Displays the downlink gain in the 800 MHz range
Atten(dB)(800
MHz)
Display attenuation value controlled by downlink
(800 MHz)
AGC
Auto Level Control Function On/Off
AGC Level (dBm)
Sets the unit’s maximum ALC output value
HPA
Downlink HPA On/Off
3
Shutdown Allows the shut down level to be set
Downlink
Shutdown
Allows the downlink shut down level to be set to on
or off.
Shutdown Level
(dBm)
Allows the maximum shut down level to be set
between 23 and 30.
Uplink
Shutdown
Allows the uplink shut down level to be set to on or
off
Shutdown Level
(dBm)
Allows the maximum shut down level to be set
between 23 and 30.
4
Control Send
When the unit is fully configured, the settings can be sent to the repeater
by clicking the Control Send button.
5
Shutdown Period Allows the shut down period to be set
Shutdown Period
Allows the shut down period to be set in minutes
and seconds.
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Item #
Section
6
800 MHz
Sub-band 1
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 uplink start
frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 uplink end
frequency
Downlink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 downlink start
frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 1 downlink end
frequency
Sub-band 2
Uplink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 uplink start
frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 uplink end
frequency
Downlink
Start Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 downlink start
frequency
End Frequency
Displays the sub-band 2 downlink end
frequency
700 MHz Band Drop-Down
List
Allows selection to turn the 758-775 MHz
band on or off
800 MHz Band Drop-Down
List
Allows selection to turn on Sub-band 1,
Sub-band 2 or Band Off.
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Figure 6-5: Control Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
6, continued
Uplink 700 & 800 MHz
Gain (dB)
Displays the status of the uplink gain
Atten
Displays the attenuation
AGC Atten
AGC (automatic gain control), reduces gain to
prevent in-band (measured) output power from
exceeding the specified maximum output level.
AGC
Control Auto Level Control Function On/Off
AGC Level (dBm)
Sets the unit’s maximum AGC output value
HPA
Uplink HPA On/Off
7
Alarm
PLL LD
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Isolation
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Shutdown (DL/UL)
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
DC Fail
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
Relay Status
Display alarm (green = normal; red = alarm)
DL VSWR
DL Path VSWR check (green: Normal, red: Alarm)
UL VSWR
UL Path VSWR check ( green : Normal, red :
Alarm)
Manual Amp
User HPA OFF Alarm ( green : Normal, red :
Alarm)
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Figure 6-5: Control Mode Page, continued
Item #
Section
8
Isolation
Isolation Value
When power is on, an isolation check is
performed and the values display.
Isolation
Measured isolation value (air interface
attenuation value) between donor antenna
and service antenna. The isolation check can
be performed with the RF on or off.
On = Measure the Isolation and display the
value in the Isolation Value field
Off = Do not measure the isolation
Isolation Recheck
The isolation check can be performed with the
RF on or off.
Isolation Attenuation
This allows control of the isolation
attenuation. After isolation check, attenuation
is set automatically (0 to 30).
Note: Neither the isolation check nor recheck will indicate a change in
power levels if the unit’s own power has been switched off.
9
VSWR
DL/UL
Ratio
VSWR Ratio Status Display, 0 to 30.
Limit
VSWR Ratio Alarm Limit, Set 0 to 30.
On/Off
VSWR Alarm Display Enable (On)/Display (Off).
10
Location
Company
Company information display
Address
Address information display
City
City information display
State
State information display
Contact
Contact information display
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7 Installing Software
1. Insert the included media into your computer and locate the Setup.exe file, Figure 7-1.
2. Double-click the file to begin software installation, Figure 7-1.
Figure 7-1: Setup.exe file
3. Navigate to the destination directory in which you want to install the file, Figure 7-2.
Figure 7-2: Navigate to the destination directory
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4. When the window shown in Figure 7-3 displays, click Next. The progress window, Figure 7-4
displays.
Figure 7-3: Click Next to Begin Installation
Figure 7-4: Installation Progress Window
5. When the installation is complete, click Finish, Figure 7-5.
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Figure 7-5: Installation Complete
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7.1 Upgrading the Firmware
Follow the instructions in this section to upgrade to a newer version of system firmware.
1. Click the Control button to display the Control page.
2. Click in the IP menu located on the left side of the Control page. The Firmware
Upgrade progress window, Figure 7-6, displays.
Figure 7-6: Firmware Upgrade Progress Window showing File Open tab
3. Click the File Open tab in the Firmware Upgrade progress window to display it, Figure 7-6.
4. When the Select INI File to Open browser displays, navigate to the location of the new
software version BIN file, Figure 7-7.
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Figure 7-7: Navigate to the New Software BIN File
5. Click to select the desired version file.
6. Click in the Specify INI File to Open browser window, Figure 7-7. The Firmware
Version Check dialog window displays, Figure 7-8.
Figure 7-8: Firmware Version Check
7. Click in the Firmware Version Check dialog window, Figure 7-8. The firmware upgrade
begins, as indicated by the progress bar in the Firmware Version Check window, Figure 7-9.
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Figure 7-9: File Upload Begins
8. When Step 3: Upgrade Complete displays in the Firmware Version Check window, Figure
7-10, the upgrade is complete.
Figure 7-10: Upgrade Complete
9. Click , located at the bottom left corner of the screen, to close the PS51080
software application. The software version will not be updated until the application is closed
and reopened.
10. Wait approximately 1 ½ minutes, then reopen the application.
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Appendix A Important Product Information
A.1 Registration Number
FCC – NVRCSIT51080SP78
A.2 Internal Power Supply
The internal power supply for this device carries a UL complaint rating.
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Appendix B Acronyms and Abbreviations
Table B-1 contains the acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual, along with a definition for each one.
Table B-1: Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronym/Abbreviation
Definition
AC
Alternating Current
AGC
Automatic Gain Control
COM
Communications
dB
Decibels
dBc
Decibels relative to the carrier
dBi
Decibels relative to isotropic
dBm
The power ratio in decibels (dB) of the measured
power referenced to one milliwatt (mW)
DC
Direct Current
DL
Downlink
FCC
Federal Communications Commission
HPA
High-Powered Amplifier
IF SAW
Intermediate Frequency Surface Acoustic Wave
IP
Internet Protocol
LAN
Local Area Network
LED
Light Emitting Diode
MHz
Megahertz
NMS
Network Management System
OSC
Oscillator
PLL LD
Phase-locked loop with lock detection
RF
Radio Frequency
RS-232C
Serial Communication Standard
UL
Uplink
UPS
Uninterruptable Power Supply
VAC
Volts Alternating Current (AC Voltage)
VSWR
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
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