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RT System 2

Deployment Guide

December 12, 2013

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R01.b

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Table of Contents

1.1. Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.1 About this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.2 Who Should Use this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.3 Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.4 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.2. Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.1 Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.2 Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.3 Preparing the Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.4 Laying Out the Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.4.1 Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2.4.2 Assembling the Ground Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2.4.3 Placing the WRU in the Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

2.4.4 Placing the LIU in the Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3.3. Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

3.2 Backhaul Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

3.2.1 LIU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

3.2.2 LIU Battery or Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

3.2.3 LIU and WRU Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

3.2.4 Line Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

3.2.5 Recorder Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

3.2.6 Radio Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

3.2.7 Surge Protector Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

3.2.8 Cable Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

3.2.9 Mast and Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

3.2.9.1 Telescoping Mast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

3.2.9.2 Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

3.3 Setting up the Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

4.4. Point-to-Point Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

4.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

4.2 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

4.3 Create Plan and Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

4.4 Install and Troubleshoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

4.5 Final Communication Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

4.6 Rolling the Backhaul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

4.7 Replacing a Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

4.8 Upload New Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

4.9 Unzipping the Configuration Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

4.10 Connecting to the Recording Truck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

5.5. Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

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5.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

5.2 Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

5.3 Create Plan and Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

5.4 Install and Troubleshoot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

5.4.1 Using one Recorder Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

5.4.2 Using a Redundant Recorder Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

5.4.3 Using a Custom Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

5.5 Final Communication Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

5.6 Replacing a Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

5.7 Upload New Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

5.8 Unzipping the Configuration Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

5.9 Connecting to the Recording Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

6.6. Demobilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

6.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

6.2 Removing the WRU from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

6.3 Disassemble the WRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

7.7. Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

7.1 Lithium Ion Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

7.1.1 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

7.1.2 Handling and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

7.1.3 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

7.1.4 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

7.2 Charging Lithium Ion Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

7.2.1 Charging Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

7.2.2 Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

A.A. Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143

A.1 FCC Rules and Regulations Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143

A.2 Industry Canada Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

A.3 CE Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

B.B. WRU and LIU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

B.1 WRU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

B.2 LIU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

C.C. Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

C.1 Antenna Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

C.1.1 Bullet Line Station Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

C.1.2 Rocket Recorder Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

C.1.3 NanoStation Recorder/Line Station Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

C.2 Radio Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154

C.2.1 Bullet Line Station Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

C.2.2 Rocket Recorder Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

C.2.3 NanoStation Recorder/Line Station Radios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158

D.D. LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

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D.1 WRU Undeployed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

D.2 WRU Deploying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

D.3 WRU Deployed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

D.4 LIU Power-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

D.5 LIU Normal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

D.6 Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

E.E. Weighted Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

E.1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

E.2 Hardware Supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

E.3 Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

F.F. Using a Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

G.G. Rope Knot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

H.H. Country Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

I.I. Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

I.1 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

I.1.1 Batteries au lithium-ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

I.1.1.1 Spécifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

I.1.1.2 Directives en matière de manipulation et de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . 193

I.1.1.3 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

I.1.1.4 Entreposage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

I.1.2 Chargement des batteries au lithium-ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

I.1.2.1 Précautions de chargement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

I.1.2.2 Chargeur de batterie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197

I.2 l'information juridique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

I.2.1 Conformité avec les règles et règlements de la FCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

I.2.2 Industrie Canada Conformité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

I.2.3 Acquiescement de CE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

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Figure 2–1 WRU .......................................................................................................... 12

Figure 2–2 WRU with Geophone..................................................................................... 13

Figure 2–3 LIU ............................................................................................................ 14

Figure 2–4 Assembling WRUs........................................................................................ 15

Figure 2–5 Battery Latch .............................................................................................. 17

Figure 2–6 Installing the Battery.................................................................................... 17

Figure 2–7 Installing the Geophone................................................................................ 18

Figure 2–8 Antenna Extender (65-0091)......................................................................... 18

Figure 2–9 Antenna with Spring Relief............................................................................ 19

Figure 2–10 Power on the Unit........................................................................................ 20

Figure 2–11 Place the Unit.............................................................................................. 21

Figure 2–12 Geophone Self-Test Failure ........................................................................... 22

Figure 3–1 Point-to-Point Single Backhaul Data Direction .................................................. 25

Figure 3–2 Point-to-Point Dual Backhaul Data Direction .................................................... 26

Figure 3–3 Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Data Direction..................................................... 27

Figure 3–4 Line Station Backhaul Components................................................................. 32

Figure 3–5 Recorder Backhaul Components..................................................................... 33

Figure 3–6 Recorder/Line NanoStation Backhaul Components............................................ 34

Figure 3–7 Line Interface Unit (LIU)............................................................................... 35

Figure 3–8 Line Radio and Antennas, Bullet..................................................................... 37

Figure 3–9 Line Radio, NanoStation................................................................................ 38

Figure 3–10 Bullet Radio Case (70-0138).......................................................................... 38

Figure 3–11 NanoStation Radio Case (70-0176) ................................................................ 39

Figure 3–12 Recorder Radio............................................................................................ 40

Figure 3–13 Surge Protector Connections ......................................................................... 41

Figure 3–14 Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034) .................................................................... 42

Figure 3–15 Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036)..................................................... 43

Figure 3–16 Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039) .......................................................................... 43

Figure 3–17 Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft Shielded (65-0104)......................................................... 44

Figure 3–18 Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053)....................................................... 44

Figure 3–19 Cable, RF Extender, 10 ft (65-0103)............................................................... 45

Figure 3–20 Media Converter (60-0017)........................................................................... 45

Figure 3–21 Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033) ................................................................ 45

Figure 3–22 Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026) ................................................ 46

Figure 3–23 Mast (55-0050) ........................................................................................... 46

Figure 3–24 Base (55-0050)........................................................................................... 47

Figure 4–1 Channel – 80 MHz Wide Frequency Band......................................................... 62

Figure 4–2 Line Station Backhaul................................................................................... 63

Figure 4–3 Radio-to-Radio Communication...................................................................... 65

Figure 4–4 Radio-to-Fiber Communication....................................................................... 66

Figure 4–5 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow................................................................... 67

Figure 4–6 Invalid Country Code Error Message............................................................... 68

Figure 4–7 Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection............................................. 70

Figure 4–8 Ubiquiti Discovery Tool Icon .......................................................................... 70

Figure 4–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Window............................................................................ 71

Figure 4–10 Ubiquiti airOS Login Window.......................................................................... 72

Figure 4–11 Ubiquiti airOS Window, System Tab................................................................ 73

Figure 4–12 Ubiquiti, Upload Configuration File.................................................................. 73

Figure 4–13 Ubiquiti, Apply Configuration Changes ............................................................ 74

Figure 4–14 Create Plan and Map Troubleshooting Flow...................................................... 74

Figure 4–15 Maintain Line-of-Sight .................................................................................. 75

Figure 4–16 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow......................................................... 76

Figure 4–17 Final Communication Test Flow...................................................................... 79

Figure 4–18 Ubiquiti airOS Tools...................................................................................... 80

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Figure 4–19 Speed Test Window ..................................................................................... 81

Figure 4–20 NanoStation Main Tab .................................................................................. 82

Figure 4–21 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor.......................................... 83

Figure 4–22 Rolling the Poles Example for 18 Total Poles.................................................... 85

Figure 4–23 Rolling Scheme, 18 Total Poles Example ......................................................... 86

Figure 4–24 Rolling Scheme, 18 Pole Backhaul, 10 Poles in Use........................................... 87

Figure 4–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware ......................................................... 89

Figure 4–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber...................................................... 90

Figure 4–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link................................ 91

Figure 4–28 Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording Truck.................................................. 92

Figure 4–29 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link ................................................................ 93

Figure 4–30 Wireless Tab............................................................................................... 95

Figure 5–1 Channel, 80 MHz Wide Frequency Band .......................................................... 96

Figure 5–2 Line Station Mast (Bullet Radio)..................................................................... 97

Figure 5–3 Recording Truck or Line Station Mast (NanoStation Radio) ................................ 98

Figure 5–4 Recording Truck Mast with LIU (Rocket Radio)................................................. 99

Figure 5–5 Recording Truck Mast without LIU (Rocket Radio) ...........................................100

Figure 5–6 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow .................................................................102

Figure 5–7 Invalid Country Code Error Message..............................................................103

Figure 5–8 Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Private Network Connection ..........................................105

Figure 5–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Tool Icon.........................................................................106

Figure 5–10 Ubiquiti Discovery Window...........................................................................107

Figure 5–11 Ubiquiti Login Window.................................................................................107

Figure 5–12 Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Window, System Tab....................................................108

Figure 5–13 Upload Configuration File.............................................................................108

Figure 5–14 System Tab, Apply Changes.........................................................................109

Figure 5–15 Create Plan and Map Troubleshooting Flow.....................................................109

Figure 5–16 Maintain Line-of-Sight .................................................................................110

Figure 5–17 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow .......................................................114

Figure 5–18 Final Communication Test Flow.....................................................................118

Figure 5–19 Tools, Speed Test.......................................................................................119

Figure 5–20 Speed Test Window ....................................................................................120

Figure 5–21 Bullet Radio Status Tab ...............................................................................122

Figure 5–22 NanoStation Main Tab .................................................................................123

Figure 5–23 Radio/Antenna Shielding..............................................................................124

Figure 5–24 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor.........................................125

Figure 5–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware ........................................................126

Figure 5–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber.....................................................128

Figure 5–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link...............................129

Figure 5–28 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link ...............................................................130

Figure 5–29 Wireless Tab..............................................................................................132

Figure 6–1 Power Off the Unit ......................................................................................133

Figure 6–2 Undeployed Unit.........................................................................................134

Figure 6–3 Removing the Battery .................................................................................135

Figure 7–1 Example Battery Shipping Label....................................................................138

Figure 7–2 Battery Charger..........................................................................................141

Figure 7–3 Serial Number Label and LED Indicator..........................................................141

Figure A–1 CE Mark ....................................................................................................144

Figure C–1 19 dBi Antenna (65-0177) ...........................................................................147

Figure C–2 6 dBi Antenna (65-0179).............................................................................148

Figure C–3 13 dBi Antenna (65-0178) ...........................................................................151

Figure D–1 WRU Down-Tilt Action .................................................................................161

Figure D–2 WRU Up-Tilt Action .....................................................................................161

Figure E–1 Weighted Mast ...........................................................................................180

Figure E–2 Tripod Assembly, Front View ........................................................................181

Figure F–1 Sighting Compass (70-0067)........................................................................182

Figure F–2 Declination Indication on Map.......................................................................183

Figure F–3 Compass and Map ......................................................................................184

Figure F–4 Compass Adjusted for Declination.................................................................185

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List of Figures

Figure F–5 Compass Adjusted for Declination ................................................................ 185

Figure G–1 Tying the Taut-line Hitch Knot ..................................................................... 186

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List of Tables

Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts................................................................ 23

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber.................................................... 28

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios....................................................................... 29

Table 3–4 Antenna Specifications, WRU/LIU................................................................... 36

Table 3–5 Antenna Specifications, Radios ...................................................................... 41

Table 3–6 Cable Pinout, LIU to Battery (60-0034)........................................................... 42

Table 3–7 Cable Pinout, to NanoStation Radio(60-0036).................................................. 43

Table 3–8 Cable Pinout, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)................................................................. 44

Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)....................................................... 45

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul.......................................................................... 47

Table 4–1 Label Nomenclature ..................................................................................... 64

Table 4–2 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison......................................................... 78

Table 4–3 Pendant Radio Link Elements......................................................................... 94

Table 5–1 Supported Backhaul Radios..........................................................................103

Table 5–2 Example File Names....................................................................................104

Table 5–3 Creating a Google Earth Elevation Profile .......................................................111

Table 5–4 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison........................................................116

Table 5–5 Pendant Radio Link Elements........................................................................131

Table 7–1 Lithium Ion Battery Specifications.................................................................136

Table A–1 Antenna Specifications ................................................................................143

Table B–1 WRU Specifications .....................................................................................145

Table B–2 LIU Specifications.......................................................................................146

Table C–1 Antenna Specifications, 6 dBi (65-0179)........................................................148

Table C–2 Antenna Specifications, 13 dBi (65-0177) ......................................................149

Table C–3 Antenna Wind Loading, 13 dBi (65-0177).......................................................150

Table C–4 Antenna Specifications, 13 dBi (65-0178) ......................................................151

Table C–5 NanoStation Integrated Antenna Specifications...............................................153

Table C–6 Bullet Line Station Radio Specifications (56-0019 US, 56-0024 Intl) ..................155

Table C–7 Bullet Line Station Radio Power Specifications (56-0019 US, 56-0024 Intl).........156

Table C–8 Rocket Recorder Radio Specifications (15-0052 US, 15-0054 Intl).....................157

Table C–9 Rocket Recorder Radio Power Specifications (15-0052 US, 15-0054 Intl)............158

Table C–10 NanoStation Radio Specifications (56-0035 US, 56-0032 Intl)...........................158

Table C–11 NanoStation Radio Power Specifications (56-0035 US, 56-0032 Intl) .................159

Table D–1 WRU LED Indications, Undeployed ................................................................162

Table D–2 WRU LED Indications, Undeployed Power-On Sequence....................................163

Table D–3 WRU LED Indications, Deploying Sequence.....................................................164

Table D–4 WRU LED Indications, Deploying Power-On Sequence......................................169

Table D–5 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, No Geophone Tilt ..................................170

Table D–6 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, Geophone Down Tilt ..............................171

Table D–7 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, Geophone Up Tilt ..................................172

Table D–8 LIU LED Indications, Power-On Sequence.......................................................173

Table D–9 LIU LED Status Indications, Normal Mode ......................................................175

Table D–10 LIU LED Error Indications, Normal Mode ........................................................177

Table D–11 WRU and LIU LED Status Indications, Firmware Upgrade..................................178

Table H–1 ISO 3166 Country Codes .............................................................................187

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1. Overview

1.1 About this Guide

This document provides information on how to deploy the RT System 2 in the field. See

the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the recording truck

equipment and software.

1.2 Who Should Use this Guide

The expected users of this document are as follows:

Crew (Layout/Troubleshooters)

Technician (LIU)

Bosses (Line Crew)

1.3 Related Documents

RT System 2-related documents are as follows:

RT System 2 Documents Guide (90-0026) – Lists all of the RT System 2

documents with a brief description of each.

RT System 2 Glossary (90-0032) – Lists and defines RT System 2 terms and

acronyms. Includes some general seismic and geologic terms and acronyms.

RT System 2 Installation Guide (90-0028) – Provides instructions for setting up

the recording truck hardware, and installing and updating software and firmware.

RT System 2 Troubleshooting Guide (90-0039) – Provides instructions on how to

solve common problems.

1.4 Getting Help

To get help on the RT System 2 Central Recording System, consult the online help. You

can find the help documents by clicking the help icon in the user interface, or by

navigating to the following directory:

C:\wsi\rt\vx.y.z\server\help\index.htm

Where vx.y.z is the version number (for example, v2.3.0).

To get help on the RT System 2 deployment, consult this document.

If you cannot find the answers you need, please contact Wireless Seismic, Inc. Customer

Support at:

13100 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150

Sugar Land, TX 77478

(832) 532-5048

support@wirelessseismic.com

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2. Layout

This chapter describes how to prepare (mobilization) and layout (install) the ground

electronics. See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the

recording truck equipment and software.



2.1 Prerequisites

In preparation for mobilization, define the following:

Survey

Backhaul plan

2.2 Getting Ready

Collect all of the following:

RT System 2 ground equipment (05-0007):

WRUs

LIUs (see “Backhaul Components” on page 28)

Antennas 5.5 dBi (65-0204)

Geophones

WRU Batteries (0400-001-01)

WRU Dummy Batteries (55-0009)

Antenna Extenders

●30 in (762 mm) antenna extender (65-00941) (standard)

●10 ft (3 m) M-to-F coax cable (65-0103)

●25 ft (7.6 m) M-to-F coax cable (65-0110)

Backhaul Components (see “Backhaul Components” on page 28)

Tools

Manuals

Consumables

Spares (15-0003)

●Mast Parts

●Base Parts

●Guy Lines

NOTE

Please refer to “Antenna Specifications” on page 143 for the list of supported

antennas. Use of accessories other than those specified in this document is not

supported or warrantied.

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2. Layout

Preparing the Equipment

●Antennas

●Antenna Extenders

●Batteries

●Cables

●Connectors

2.3 Preparing the Equipment

Ensure that the Central Recording System has the latest available software installed. Ensure

that the ground equipment has the latest available firmware installed. See the following for

more information:

See the RT System 2 Release Notes for version numbers.

See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for installation and update instructions.

Ensure that the industry standard best practices are followed for securing the equipment for

transport.

2.4 Laying Out the Equipment

Lay out the ground equipment while the central recording system hardware and software is

being prepared to save time.

The WRU is shown in the following figure:

NOTE

The batteries (when fully discharged) require 8 hours of continuous charging in

the battery charger connected to an AC source; therefore, the battery charger

should be located at the staging area or in town.

Figure 2–1 WRU

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A WRU with a geophone attached is shown in the following figure

Figure 2–2 WRU with Geophone

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The LIU is shown in the following figure:

2.4.1 Prerequisites

Attach the batteries, antennas, and geophones to the ground equipment prior to going into

the field, or as each unit is placed. If you are assembling as you place the units, ensure that

you have sufficient quantities for each unit, plus a few spares.

Figure 2–3 LIU

NOTE

Do not deploy (tip to power on) the WRUs until they are at the actual location

where they will be placed.

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Laying Out the Equipment

The RT System 2 shall be used with only the supplied antennas (Table A–1 Antenna

Specifications, on page 143) attached to the WRU with an integrated type N male connector.

The RT System 2 antennas shall be installed and handled by professionals specifically

designated for this purpose.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wireless Seismic, Inc. can void the

users’s authority to operate the equipment.

Figure 2–4 Assembling WRUs

WARNING

In order to comply with radio frequency (RF) exposure requirements, the RT

System 2 units must be installed so that a minimum separation distance of 20

cm is maintained between the antenna(s) and the body of all persons at all times

during normal operation.

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Laying Out the Equipment

2.4.2 Assembling the Ground Equipment

This section describes the process to assemble the ground equipment prior to deployment.

To assemble the ground equipment:

1Gather the equipment:

●WRU

●Antenna

●Antenna Extender

●Geophone

●Batteries

2Gather any special tools and equipment:

●Optional: Nylon grip pliers

●Optional: Loctite® 222

●Safety gear such as vests, hard hat, and gloves.

3Attach one or more batteries to the WRU.

●Press the battery into the connector.

●Flip the bail over the molded area on the end of the battery.

●Press the lever until the catch snaps to lock it in place.

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin de se conformer aux normes de la en matière d'exposition aux

radiofréquences (RF), les unités RT System 2 doivent être installées de

manière à garder en permanence une distance minimale de 20 cm entre

la ou les antennes et le corps de toute personne en mode de

fonctionnement normal.

CAUTION

The metal ground equipment can become hot while exposed to the sun. Wear

gloves to handle hot equipment.

PRUDENCE

L'équipement au sol en métal peut devenir très chaud lors de l'exposition au

soleil. Portez des gants pour manipuler l'équipement chaud.

UWAGA

L'équipement au sol en métal peut devenir très chaud lors de l'exposition au

soleil. Portez des gants pour manipuler l'équipement chaud.

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4Attach the geophone to the WRU.

Figure 2–5 Battery Latch

Figure 2–6 Installing the Battery

TIP

To record three components of seismic data with the multiple-channel WRU,

connect three separate arrays of one-component geophones to the same WRU,

or connect a multiple-component geophone to the WRU

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5Attach the antenna with extender to the WRU. Ensure that the antenna connection is

clean, and the antenna is snug and does not wobble.

Figure 2–7 Installing the

Geophone

TIP

The antenna screws on to the WRU in a clockwise direction. It should twist on

easily; do not use force. To ensure that the threads are properly aligned, turn

the connector counter-clockwise until you hear a click indicating that the threads

are aligned, then turn clockwise to tighten.

Figure 2–8 Antenna Extender (65-0091)

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Laying Out the Equipment

2.4.3 Placing the WRU in the Field

This section describes the process to ready the ground equipment for interaction with the

central recording system (deployment).

To deploy the WRU:

1Prerequisites:

●The WRU is assembled with battery, geophone, and antenna

2Pick up the WRU and point the geophone connector end towards the ground as shown in

the following figure. After a few seconds, all of the LEDs illuminate:

Figure 2–9 Antenna with Spring Relief

NOTE

Do not deploy (tip to power on) the WRUs until they are at the actual location

where they will be placed.

NOTE

When using a WRU as a Repeater, the deployment instructions are the same,

except a geophone is not required. Repeaters are added to the line segment in

the Spread Manager. See the RT System 2 Operator Guide for more information.

If a geophone is not connected, you can skip the geophone test. See “D. LED

Indicators” on page 161 for more information on skipping the test and the

relevant LED status indicators.

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3Place the unit flat on the ground as shown in the following figure:

Figure 2–10 Power on the Unit

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4The unit first turns on its GPS and acquires a new position. Then it will begin a series of

internal and external tests. The LEDs on the top of the unit indicate the current test and

whether the unit passes or fails each test.

5Press or stomp the geophone into the ground. If you stomp the geophone while the

geophone test is running, the test will fail and the WRU will not deploy.

Verify that the WRU does not show a GEO self-test failure (see the following figure) after

placing the geophone. If the WRU does show a self-test failure, pick up the WRU, point

the geophone connector end towards the ground until all of the LEDs illuminate, and then

place the unit flat on the ground to re-run the self-test.

Figure 2–11 Place the Unit

NOTE

The WRU will attempt to get a 3-meter GPS lock for up to 15 minutes. During

this time, the GPS LED flashes. The WRU will not form until the GPS lock is

achieved. If the GPS lock cannot be achieved, form by serial number.

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Laying Out the Equipment

2.4.4 Placing the LIU in the Field

The LIU is part of the backhaul configuration. See “3. Backhaul” on page 23 for more

information.

Figure 2–12 Geophone Self-Test

Failure

NOTE

See “D. LED Indicators” on page 161 for an explanation of the LED status and

error conditions.

If a WRU self test fails, the WRU will continue to the next test.

Skip a self-test by tipping the WRU geophone down and then returning it to the

upright position (flat on the ground).

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3. Backhaul

3.1 Overview

In network communications, the backhaul is the part of the network that contains the

links and equipment between the core network and the sub networks. The following

table defines concepts associated with backhaul communications:

Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts

Term Definition Reference

Point-to-Point A method where each radio node in the

network captures and disseminates its own

data as well as serves as a relay for other

radio nodes in the network sending data

along a path, hopping from one node to the

next.

This is how the RT System 2 WRUs send

information to the LIU and how LIUs

communicate with each other in a point-to-

point configuration.

Also called Bucket Brigade or String-of-

Pearls.

•“Point-to-Point Single

Backhaul Data Direction” on

page 25

•“Point-to-Point Dual Backhaul

Data Direction” on page 26

•“4. Point-to-Point Backhaul”

on page 62

Point-to-Multipoint A method where each line station LIU

communicates directly with the recorder LIU.

The backhaul is composed of a number of

line station mast/radio/LIUs pointing to a

recording truck mast/radio/LIU. The following

list describes the most common

configurations:

•Point-to-Multipoint – A single

recording truck radio and multiple line

station radios

•Point-to-Multipoint (redundant) – A

single active recording truck radio, a

backup (redundant) recording truck

radio, and multiple line station radios

•Point-to-Multipoint (custom) – A

combination of recording truck radios

and line station radios

Also called Star Configuration.

•“Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul

Data Direction” on page 27

•“5. Point-to-Multipoint

Backhaul” on page 96

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3. Backhaul

Overview

In the RT System 2 system, the LIU communicates with the Central Software System (CSS)

computer in the central recording truck along a backhaul on the

5.8 GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) radio band. Some smaller systems may not

require a backhaul.

Power over Ethernet

(PoE) A technology that passes electrical power

along an Ethernet cable. PoE is used where

DC power is not available and USB

unsuitable. Power can be supplied at the end

of a network span or somewhere in the

middle.

PoE switches supply power at the end of a

span. The RT System 2 Line Interface Unit

(LIU) acts as a switch with PoE.

PoE injectors supply power somewhere

between the PoE switch and the powered

device. They inject power and do not affect

the data. A discrete PoE injector is used

when configuring the backhaul radios.

•“Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Private

Network Connection” on page

105

•“Ubiquiti NanoStation Private

Network Connection” on page

Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts

Term Definition Reference

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a four-line, single-backhaul,

point-to-point line:

Figure 3–1 Point-to-Point Single Backhaul Data Direction

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a four-line, dual-backhaul,

point-to-point line:

Figure 3–2 Point-to-Point Dual Backhaul Data Direction

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a point-to-multipoint, star

configuration:

Figure 3–3 Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Data Direction

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3. Backhaul

Backhaul Components

3.2 Backhaul Components

The backhaul components are either line station (remote) backhaul components or recorder

(central) backhaul components. Line station components are the components that are not

physically located next to the recording truck. Recorder components are physically located at

the recording truck.

The following tables and figures illustrate the backhaul components.

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber

#EA Item Line Recorder Reference

L-1 1LIU Kit (15-0041) Y Y —

L-2 1 • LIU (10-0016) Y Y “LIU” on page 35

L-3 1 • Cable, LIU to Battery, yellow (60-

0034) YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

L-4 — • An antenna is required to

communicate with the WRUs. YY“LIU and WRU Antennas” on

page 36

L-5 — • A 12 V DC Battery or power supply

is required, but not included. YY“LIU and WRU Antennas” on

page 36

M-1 1Mast Kit (15-0046) Y Y —

M-2 1 • Mast (15-0051) Y Y “Mast and Base” on page 46

M-3 1 – 20 ft Telescoping Mast (70-

0130) YY—

M-4 1 – Mast Guy Ring (70-0133) YY—

M-5 1 – Bracket, Omni Antenna

(70-0136) YY—

B-1 1• Base (55-0050) Y Y “Mast and Base” on page 46

B-2 2 – Knob, 10-32 x 1/2 inch

Threaded Stud (70-0137) YY—

BK-1 1• Backpack Kit (15-0014) Y Y “Setting up the Backhaul” on

page 47

BK-2 1 – Backpack, Red/Grey (70-

0059) YY—

BK-3 4 – Antenna Mast Guy Line, 4

mm, 15.25 m, Orange (70-

0057)

YY—

BK-4 4 – Tent Stake, Steel, 12 in

(70-0061) (hard ground

stakes)

YY—

BK-5 4 – Tent Stake, Plastic, 16 in,

Orange (70-0060) (soft

ground stakes)

YY—

BK-6 5 – Nail, 12 in (70-0062) YY—

BK-7 4 – Guy Line Holder (70-0063) YY—

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Backhaul Components

BK-8 1 – Hammer, 2.5 lb (70-0064) YY—

BK-9 1 – Pry Bar, 15 in (70-0065) YY—

BK-10 2 – Flagging Roll, Orange (70-

0066) YY—

BK-11 1 – Compass Sighting (70-

0067) YY“F. Using a Compass” on

page 182

BK-12 5 – Hose Clamp, 2 in (70-

0142) YY—

BK-13 2 – Hose Clamp, 0.5 in (70-

0084) YY—

BK-14 15

ft – Wire, 18AWG Green (65-

0077) YY—

F-1 1• Fiber Backhaul Kit, 250 m (15-

0037)

– OR –

• Fiber Backhaul Kit, 500 m (15-

0038)

Y Y —

F-2 1 – Media Converter (60-0017) YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

F-3 1 – Cable, Backhaul Jumper

(60-0033) YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

F-4 1 –Cable, Fiber Optic,

Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

– OR –

–Cable, Fiber Optic,

Armored, 500 m (60-0023)

YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber (cont.)

#EA Item Line Recorder Reference

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios

#EA Item Line Recorder Reference

LB-1 1

Ubiquiti Bullet Radio

Line Radio Kit (US) (15-0044)

– OR –

Line Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0053)

Y — —

LB-2 2 • 5 GHz Radio (US) (56-0019 US)

– OR –

• 5 GHz Radio (Intl) (56-0024)

Y—“Bullet Line Station Radios”

on page 155

LB-3 1 • 5.8 GHz 6 dBi Omni Antenna (65-

0179) Y—“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 147

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Backhaul Components

LB-4 1 • 5.8 GHz 19 dBi Panel Antenna, W

Polarization (56-0020) Y—“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 147

LB-5 1 • 5.8 GHz 19 dBi Panel Antenna, G

Polarization (56-0021) Y—“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 147

LB-6 1 • Bracket, Line Radio (55-0047) Y — —

LB-7 2 • Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft,

White (60-0053) Y—“Cable Assemblies” on page

LB-8 1 • Cable, Armored Ethernet, 15 ft,

Green (60-0055) Y—“Cable Assemblies” on page

LB-9 2 • Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 15 ft,

Black (60-0054) Y—“Cable Assemblies” on page

LB-10 1 • Carrying Case (70-0138) Y — —

LB-11 1 • Hose Clamp, 4 in (70-0140) Y — —

LB-12 1 • Hose Clamp, 2 in (70-0142) Y — —

LB-13 1 • Nut Driver, 5/16 in (70-0147) Y — —

LB-14 2 • Elbow connector (comes with 15-

0044 and 15-0053) Y——

RR-1 1

Ubiquiti Rocket Radio

Recorder Radio Kit (US) (15-0045)

– OR –

Recorder Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0055)

— Y —

RR-2 1

• Recorder Radio and Antenna (US)

(15-0052)

– OR –

• Recorder Radio and Antenna (Intl)

(15-0054)

—Y—

RR-3 1

– 5 GHz Radio (US) (75-

0031 US)

– OR –

– 5 GHz Radio (Intl) (75-

0038)

—Y“Rocket Recorder Radios” on

page 157

RR-4 1 – 5 GHz 13 dBI Dual Polarity

Omni Antenna (65-0178) —Y“Rocket Recorder Antenna”

on page 150

RR-5 1 – Shield, Recorder Radio

Omni (70-0129) —Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

RR-6 1 – Bracket GPS Antenna

Holder (70-0148) —Y—

RR-7 – GPS Antenna (comes with

15-0045 and 15-0055) —Y—

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios (cont.)

#EA Item Line Recorder Reference

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Backhaul Components

RR-8 1 – Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 3

ft, Black (65-0104) —Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

—1 – PoE Injector (75-0023) ——•“Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet

Private Network

Connection” on page 105

•“Ubiquiti NanoStation

Private Network

Connection” on page 70

RR-9 1 • Surge Protector (75-0021) — Y “Surge Protector Box” on

page 41

RR-10 1 • Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 120 ft,

Black (60-0038) —Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

RR-11 60

ft • Wire, 18AWG Green (65-0077) — Y —

RR-12 1 • Case, Recorder Radio Kit (70-

0139) —Y—

RR-13 1 • Nut Driver, 5/16 in (70-0147) — Y —

RN-1 2

Ubiquiti NanoStation Radio Kit

• Recorder Radio Kit (US) (15-0068)

– OR –

• Recorder Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0067)

— Y —

RN-2 2 – 5 GHz Radio Assembly

(US) (56-0035 US)

– OR –

– 5 GHz Radio Assembly

(Intl) (56-0032)

—Y—

RN-3 2 – Cable, Shielded Ethernet,

120 ft, Black with Red

shrink tube (60-0036)

—Y—

RN-4 3 – Strain Relief, Wedge Clamp

.160/.330 DIA. (70-0171) —Y—

RN-5 1 – Case, NanoStation Line

Radio (70-0176) —Y—

RN-6 1 – Nut driver, 7/16 in, Brown

(70-0178) —Y—

RN-7 1 – Wrench, Double Open-end,

7/16 in - 1/2 in (70-0179) —Y—

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios (cont.)

#EA Item Line Recorder Reference

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Figure 3–4 Line Station Backhaul Components

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Figure 3–5 Recorder Backhaul Components

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Figure 3–6 Recorder/Line NanoStation Backhaul Components

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Backhaul Components

3.2.1 LIU

The data transmitted by the WRUs is collected by the Line Interface Unit (LIU). The LIU acts

as the interface between the network of WRUs and the backhaul equipment. The LIU has an

Ethernet port that can be connected directly to a computer, or more commonly, to an

armored fiber optic cable or a backhaul radio. Backhaul radios operate in the 5.8 GHz band.

A second array of WRUs can be deployed on the other side of the LIU, symmetrically or

asymmetrically around the LIU. The LIU is shown in the following figure:

Before the Central Software System can communicate with the LIU, you must set up the

backhaul.

Figure 3–7 Line Interface Unit (LIU)

NOTE

See “D. LED Indicators” on page 161 for an explanation of the LED status and

error conditions.

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Backhaul Components

3.2.2 LIU Battery or Power Supply

Power is supplied to the LIU components by way of a 12 V DC battery or power supply. The

external battery is not supplied as part of the backhaul system.

See the Troubleshooting Guide, Best Practices chapter, LIU Batteries section for instructions

on how to hot-swap the LIU battery.

3.2.3 LIU and WRU Antennas

The following table lists the supported antennas for the LIUs and the WRUs. The remote and

central backhauls use the same antennas:

There is an auto-power-leveling feature built into the firmware. It works in conjunction with

the RSSI parameters to keep the power at a defined level. If the Unit Thresholds →

Command (or Data) RSSI parameter is set to any number greater than zero, power-

leveling is enabled.

3.2.4 Line Radios

There are two line radio options provided as follows:

Ubiquiti Bullet – Currently supported for point-to-point (string-of-pearls) backhauls:

●5 GHz Radio (US) (56-0019 US)

●5 GHz Radio (Intl) (56-0024)

Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 – Currently supported for point-to-multi-point (star)

backhauls:

●5 GHz Radio Assembly (US) (56-0035 US)

●5 GHz Radio Assembly (Intl) (56-0032)

The Ubiquiti Bullet line radio is normally used with a directional antenna; however an

omnidirectional antenna is also included. The antennas are attached at the top of the mast

and the radio is attached to the mast at eye level as shown in the following figure.

TIP

The backhaul power requirements vary depending on the hardware in use and

period of use. For example, you may be using one or two radios. Supply enough

power to ensure there is enough power for the entire duration of the time you

are using the backhaul.

Table 3–4 Antenna Specifications, WRU/LIU

Model Frequency

(MHz) Gain Vertical

Beam Width Weight Dimension

(Length x

Diameter)

WSI 65-0204

(antenna-standard) 2400 5.5 dBi 25° 0.4 lbs

0.2 kg 32 x 0.6 in

810.5 x 15 mm

WSI 65-0091

(extender-standard) 2400 0 dBi N/A 0.6 lbs

0.3 kg 30 x 0.7 in

762 x 18.5 mm

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Figure 3–8 Line Radio and Antennas, Bullet

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The Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 radio has an integrated (internal) antenna. The radio is attached

at the top of the mast with a surge protector as shown in the following figure:

The line radios and antennas can be stored in their protective case when not in use:

Figure 3–9 Line Radio, NanoStation

Figure 3–10 Bullet Radio Case (70-0138)

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Backhaul Components

See “C. Radio Specifications” on page 147 for FCC information and other technical

specifications.

3.2.5 Recorder Radio

There are two recorder radio options provided as follows:

Ubiquiti Rocket – Currently supported for point-to-point (string-of-pearls) backhauls:

●Recorder Radio and Antenna (US) (15-0052)

●Recorder Radio and Antenna (Intl) (15-0054)

Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 – Currently supported for point-to-multi-point (star)

backhauls

●5 GHz Radio Assembly (US) (56-0035 US)

●5 GHz Radio Assembly (Intl) (56-0032)

Figure 3–11 NanoStation Radio Case (70-0176)

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The Ubiquiti Rocket recorder radio is used with an omnidirectional antenna. It is attached to

the top of the mast and is shown in the following figure. The Rocket radio is completely

enclosed in a protective metal case when installed.

The Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 radio has an integrated (internal) antenna. The radio is attached

at the top of the mast with a surge protector as shown in “Line Radio, NanoStation” on page

38.

See “C. Radio Specifications” on page 147 for FCC information and other technical

specifications.

Figure 3–12 Recorder Radio

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Backhaul Components

3.2.6 Radio Antennas

The following table lists the supported antennas for the radios:

3.2.7 Surge Protector Box

The following figure illustrates the inside of the Surge Protector Use a surge protector on

each mast between the Rocket radio or the NanoStation radio and the LIU.

Table 3–5 Antenna Specifications, Radios

Model Frequency

(MHz) Gain Dimension (Length

x Diameter) See

WSI 65-0178

2x2 Dual Polarity

MIMO Omni

5450 - 5850 13 dBi 6.2x3.8x32.8 in

158x98x834 mm

“Rocket Recorder Antenna” on

page 150

WSI 65-0179

Omni 5275 - 5850 6 dBi 10.6 in

269 mm

“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 147

WSI 65-0177

Antenna Panel 5150 - 5825 19 dBi 7.5 x 7.5 x 0.8 in

190 x 190 x 20 mm “Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 147

Figure 3–13 Surge Protector

Connections

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Backhaul Components

3.2.8 Cable Assemblies

The following cables are used in the backhaul:

Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034)

Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036)

Cable, Ethernet, 120 ft Shielded, Black with Red shrink tube (60-0036)

Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)

Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft Shielded (65-0104)

Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053)

Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 15 ft (60-0054)

Cable, Armored Ethernet, 15 ft (60-0055)

Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 120 ft (60-0038)

Cable, RF Extender, 10 ft (65-0103)

Cable, RF Extender, 25 ft (65-0110)

Fiber Backhaul Kit, 250 m (15-0037)

●Media Converter (60-0017)

●Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

●Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

Fiber Backhaul Kit, 500 m (15-0038)

●Media Converter (60-0017)

●Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

●Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 500 m (60-0023)

Figure 3–14 Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034)

Table 3–6 Cable Pinout, LIU to Battery (60-0034)

5-Pin Connector 2-Terminal End Signal Name

ANC—

BWHT+V

CBLK5-V

DNC—

ENC—

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Figure 3–15 Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036)

CAUTION

The LIU to Radio cable is a powered Ethernet Cable. Do not plug it into the

Ethernet port on a Laptop computer when troubleshooting the radios. Use a non-

powered Ethernet cable.

Table 3–7 Cable Pinout, to NanoStation Radio(60-0036)

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector Signal Name

B1TX+

A2TX-

C3RX+

H 4 POSITIVE

F 5 POSITIVE

D6RX-

E 7 RETURN

L 8 RETURN

P — SHIELD DRAIN

R* NC —

M* NC —

* Jumper R and M together.

Figure 3–16 Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)

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Table 3–8 Cable Pinout, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector Signal Name

B1TX +

A2TX -

C3RX +

NC 4 POSITIVE

NC 5 POSITIVE

D6RX -

NC 7 RETURN

NC 8 RETURN

P — SHIELD DRAIN

Figure 3–17 Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft

Shielded (65-0104)

Figure 3–18 Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053)

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Figure 3–19 Cable, RF

Extender, 10 ft (65-0103)

Figure 3–20 Media Converter (60-0017)

Figure 3–21 Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

14-Pin Connector Wire Color 8-Pin Connector Signal Name

BWHT/ORGATX +

AORGBTX -

CWHT/GRNCRX +

HBLUDPWR +

FWHT/BLUEPWR +

DGRNFRX -

EWHT/BRNGGND

LBRNHGND

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3. Backhaul

Backhaul Components

3.2.9 Mast and Base

The line and recorder backhauls use the same mast kit components.

3.2.9.1 Telescoping Mast

Telescoping backhaul masts are used to elevate the backhaul components above obstructions

and to enable radio communications to accommodate typical cross-line distances. The mast

is stabilized with guy ropes. The following figure shows the mast:

3.2.9.2 Base

The base (shown in the following figure) stabilizes the mast that is attached to the hinged

mast sleeve. The base is staked into the ground for added stability.

R* RED NC —

M* NC —

* Install a 1.5 inch long jumper wire between pins R and M

WHT = White, ORG = Orange, GRN = Green, BLU = Blue, BRN = Brown, BLK= Black, YEL = Yellow

Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

14-Pin Connector Wire Color 8-Pin Connector Signal Name

Figure 3–22 Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

Figure 3–23 Mast (55-0050)

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Setting up the Backhaul

The Weighted Base (70-0070) is another option for use when staking is impractical (see “E.

Weighted Base” on page 180).

3.3 Setting up the Backhaul

This section provides instructions on how to assemble the backhaul components.

Figure 3–24 Base (55-0050)

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

1Gather all of the backhaul components.

2Refer to the deployment instructions to

determine the location and compass heading to

the next back haul site closer to central.

3Use the compass to determine and mark that

direction.

4Use the following considerations while

positioning the base:

●Locate the base such that the guy lines and

the mast clear obstructions during erection

and while in operation.

●If the ground is sloped, position the base

such that when the base is flush to the

ground, the bracket orientation allows the

mast to remain perpendicular to the ground.

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●If the wind is blowing, the mast is more

stable when the brackets are perpendicular

to the wind.

5Secure the base [B-1] to the ground with stakes

[BK-4] or nails [BK-6].

6Attach the mast [M-3] to the base [B-1].

Tighten both knobs [B-2].

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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7Position four stakes equal distances apart at

approximately 20 ft (6 m) from the base. Pound

them into the ground.

8Assemble the radios and brackets:

●Bullet line radio installation – Assemble the

Bullet radios and brackets.

►Insert the 4 in hose clamp [LR-11] in the

side slots of the bracket [LR-6].

►Insert the 2 in hose clamp [LR-12] in the

center slots of the bracket [LR-6].

►Insert the line radio between the bracket

[LR-6] and the 2 in hose clamp [LR-12].

►Tighten the 2 in hose clamp

[LR-12]around the radio.

Line radio in bracket:

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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Setting up the Backhaul

●Rocket radio installation – The Rocket radio,

antennas, and bracket are already

assembled.

Recorder radio in bracket:

●NanoStation radio installation – The

NanoStation radio, surge protector, and

bracket are already assembled.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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9Assemble the mast:

●Bullet radio installation – While the mast is

resting on the ground, slide the following on

the mast:

►Bullet radios and clamps (do not tighten)

►Mast guy ring [M-4]

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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●Rocket radio installation – While the mast is

resting on the ground, slide the following on

the mast:

►Mast guy ring [M-4]

►Surge Protector cable clamp (do not

tighten)

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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●NanoStation radio installation – While the

mast is resting on the ground, slide the

following on the mast:

►Mast guy ring [M-4]

10 Attach and tighten the following:

●Bullet radio installation:

►Bullet radio antenna brackets and

antennas [LR-4, LR-5]

►Omni antenna bracket [M-5] and

antenna [LR-3]

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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●Rocket radio installation – Attach the Rocket

radio antenna and bracket [R-2] to the

mast.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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Setting up the Backhaul

●NanoStation radio installation – Attach the

NanoStation radio bracket assembly [RN-2]

to the mast.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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11 Attach the cables:

●Bullet radio installation – Attach an elbow

connector [LR-14] to the antenna and then

an armored cable [LR-7, LR-8] to the elbow

connector.

Match white-to-white and green-to-green if

your panels are color-coded.

●Rocket radio installation:

►Open the protective metal case if the

Ethernet cable is not already attached.

►Connect the GPS antenna if it is not

already connected.

►Connect a short Ethernet cable [R-8] to

the radio [R-3].

►Close the protective metal case.

►Open the surge protector case [R-9].

►Remove the rubber grommet from the

surge protector case and cut some slots

in it.

►Thread two Ethernet cables [R-8, R-10]

and a ground wire [BK-14] through the

grommet and place the grommet back in

the case.

►Plug the Ethernet cables into the

shielded RJ45 jacks. It does not matter

which cable goes to which jack; the unit

provides bidirectional protection.

►Attach the ground wire to the ground

lug.

►Close the surge protector case and

secure it to the mast with the hose

clamp.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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●NanoStation radio installation:

►Open the surge protector case [R-9].

►Remove the grommet from the case.

►Thread the Ethernet cable [RN-3],

through the grommet with the short

Ethernet cable (that is attached to the

redound the ground wire [BK-14]. Place

the grommet back in the case.

►Plug the Ethernet cable into the shielded

RJ45 jacks. It does not matter which

cable goes to which jack; the unit

provides bidirectional protection.

►Close the surge protector case.

►Attache the strain relief [RN-4] to the D-

ring on the bracket.

►Loop the Ethernet Cable [RN-3] through

the strain relief [RN-4].

12 Attach the guy lines to the mast collar.

NOTE: Use a taut-line-hitch knot for best results (see

“G. Rope Knot” on page 186).

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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13 Lay out the four guy lines close to the stakes.

14 Extend the mast, clicking the segments into

place.

15 Attach the guy lines to the stakes.

NOTE: Use a taut-line-hitch knot for best results (see

“G. Rope Knot” on page 186).

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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16 Walk the mast to an upright position.

17 While one person holds the mast, a second

person tightens the guy lines evenly. Keep the

mast level/vertical (use the level included with

the kit).

18 If assembling the Bullet radio backhaul:

aAttach the cables from the antennas to the

top of the Bullet radios.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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bAttach the cables to the bottom end of the

Bullet radios.

►Assemble the connector for the radio as

shown in the image to the right:

►Plug the Ethernet connector into the

radio.

►Screw the large coupler into the base of

the radio. Hand-tighten only.

►Push the rubber grommet into the base

of the large coupler.

►Screw the end cap on the large coupler.

Hand-tighten only.

cTighten the clamps on the Bullet radios.

►Verify that the armored cables attached

to the antennas are straight and not

twisted.

►Position the line radio so the armored

cable is not pulling on the antenna.

►Tighten the cable clamp.

19 Set up the LIU:

●Ground the LIU – Verify that the LIU is

grounded. Attach a ground wire to the case,

and to a nail that is driven into the ground.

Attach the LIU ground wire and the Surge

Protector ground wire to the same nail.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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3. Backhaul

Setting up the Backhaul

●Attach the radio cables to the LIU.

●Attach the antenna to LIU.

●Attach the battery to the LIU.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

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4. Point-to-Point Backhaul

4.1 Overview

The backhaul is composed of a number of line station mast/radio/LIUs. The number of

poles pole (masts/towers) in your point-to-point spread must be a multiple of the

number of channels used.

A channel is an 80 MHz wide frequency band with 40 MHz on either side of the center

frequency. For example, if the center frequency is 2.412 GHz, the frequency range for

that channel is 2.372 to 2.452 GHz.

When using a system with six possible channels, the backhaul could have just 6 poles,

or a multiple of 6 poles: 6, 12, 18, 24, and so on.

This section uses an example of six possible channels, and 18 line station mast/radio/

LIUs. Each pole (mast/tower) has two radios and one LIU as shown in the following

figure.

Figure 4–1 Channel – 80 MHz Wide Frequency

Band

NOTE

If using the mast at the recording truck, connect the LIU with an Ethernet or

Fiber cable to the recording truck. If the mast is not used at the recording truck,

the connections shown in the figure to the recording truck are not used.

See “Connecting to the Recording Truck” on page 90 for a radio link (pendant)

option).

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4. Point-to-Point Backhaul

Overview

Figure 4–2 Line Station Backhaul

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4. Point-to-Point Backhaul

Overview

The radios are configured as pairs and are either an Access Point (A) or a Station (S).

An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate with

an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station.

The poles (masts) and radios for a six-channel system are labeled and color-coded as

follows. The number of colors used should match the number of channels used.

Where:

Label Nomenclature:

S = Station

A = Access Point

The pole pairs must remain in sequential order:

●Radio 1:A-P1 communicates only with Radio 1:S-P2

●Radio 2:A-P2 communicates only with Radio 2:S-P3

●And so on until pole 18, where Radio 18:A-P18 communicates only with Radio 18:S-

Pole Radio Color Pole Radio Color

Pole 1 18:S-P1 White Pole 10 9:S-P10 Red

1:A-P1 Black 10:A-P10 Green

Pole 2 1:S-P2 Black Pole 11 10:S-P11 Green

2:A-P2 Yellow 11:A- P11 Blue

Pole 3 2:S-P3 Yellow Pole 12 11:S-P12 Blue

3:A-P3 Red 12:A-P12 White

Pole 4 3:S-P4 Red Pole 13 12:S-P13 White

4:A-P4 Green 13:A-P13 Black

Pole 5 4:S-P5 Green Pole 14 13:S-P14 Black

5:A-P5 Blue 14:A-P14 Yellow

Pole 6 5:S-P6 Blue Pole 15 14:S-P15 Yellow

6:A-P6 White 15:A-P15 Red

Pole 7 6:S-P7 White Pole 16 15:S-P16 Red

7:A-P7 Black 16:A-P16 Green

Pole 8 7:S-P8 Black Pole 17 16:S-P17 Green

8:A-P8 Yellow 17:A-P17 Blue

Pole 9 8:S-P9 Yellow Pole 18 17:S-P18 Blue

9:A-P9 Red 18:A-P18 White

Table 4–1 Label Nomenclature

Pair # :A or S -Pole #

2:A-P2

2:S-P3

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Overview

In some cases—such as when line-of-sight cannot be established—using fiber cables can

improve communication. Install the radios and poles using the same labels and positioning;

however, only the odd or even pairings are used for radio communication. The other pairings

are linked together with fiber cable as shown in the following figure.

NOTE

The primary indicator for radio-to-radio communication is the alpha-numeric

label. The colored label is provided as a visual indicator to ensure that the pole is

pointed correctly to the next radio. For example, a yellow radio cannot

communicate with all yellow radios.

Figure 4–3 Radio-to-Radio Communication

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Overview

Figure 4–4 Radio-to-Fiber Communication

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4. Point-to-Point Backhaul

Preparation

4.2 Preparation

This section provides the steps required to prepare the radios for placement in the field.

There are two versions of the NanoStation M5 radio. Verify that you are using the correct

radio and configuration files for your location. Wireless Seismic, Inc. recommends using only

the following radios in a point-to-point network.

Figure 4–5 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow

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United States frequencies (56-0035 US) – Operating frequency 5745 – 5825 MHz

International frequencies (56-0032 INTL) – Operating frequency 5470 – 5825 MHz

If you use an international configuration file with a United States radio, or a United States

configuration file with an international radio, an error message is displayed:

The ability to modify the Country Code is disabled for radios that are configured for use in

the United States and Canada.

To discover and configure the radios:

→RT System 2 Windows computer

1Verify that the configuration files for the radios and the discovery tool are on the

RT System 2 Windows computer. The configuration files and the Ubiquiti Discovery

WARNING

Operating outside of the allowed frequency range could result in sanctions by

governmental regulatory agencies. Verify that all radios are correct for the

market in which they will be used.

AVERTISSEMENT

Le fait de faire marcher à l'extérieur de la bande de fréquences permise

pourrait s'ensuivre dans les sanctions par les agences gouvernementales

de contrôle. Vérifiez que toutes les radios sont correctes pour le marché

dans lequel ils seront utilisés.

OSTRZEŻENIE

Działających poza zakres częstotliwości dozwolonych może skutkować

sankcjami przez rządowe agencje regulacyjne. Sprawdź, czy wszystkie

radia są poprawne dla rynku, w którym będą one wykorzystywane.

Figure 4–6 Invalid Country Code Error Message

NOTE

Country codes are three-digit codes defined in ISO 3166-1. See the following for

more information:

•http://www.iso.org/iso/home/standards/country_codes.htm

• “H. Country Codes” on page 187

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Preparation

Tool files are provided as a ZIP file. Extract the files if necessary.

The file names are as follows:

2Configure the computer to be a private network with a static IP address of

192.168.1.100. See the Troubleshooting Guide, Additional Information chapter, Setting a

Static IP Address section if you need instructions on setting the IP address.

3Connect a single radio to the computer.

• ubnt-discovery-

v2.3.bat • ubnt-discovery-

v2.3.jar

•1-AP.cfg •7-AP.cfg •13-AP.cfg

•1-S.cfg •7-S.cfg •13-S.cfg

•2-AP.cfg •8-AP.cfg •14-AP.cfg

•2-S.cfg •8-S.cfg •14-S.cfg

•3-AP.cfg •9-AP.cfg •15-AP.cfg

•3-S.cfg •9-S.cfg •15-S.cfg

• 4-AP.cfg • 10-AP.cfg • 16-AP.cfg

•4-S.cfg •10-S.cfg •16-S.cfg

• 5-AP.cfg • 11-A P.cfg • 17-AP.cfg

•5-S.cfg •11-S.cfg •17-S.cfg

• 6-AP.cfg • 12-AP.cfg • 18-AP.cfg

•6-S.cfg •12-S.cfg •18-S.cfg

NOTE

When using a radio link (pendant) to the recording truck, the following

configuration files are also required:

• Recorder-AP.cfg

•Recorder-S.cfg

See “Connecting to the Recording Truck” on page 90 for more information on

using a pendant radio link.

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4Open the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool by double-clicking the shortcut on the desktop.

Figure 4–7 Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection

Figure 4–8 Ubiquiti

Discovery Tool Icon

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Ensure that the .bat file and the .jar file are in the same directory.

NOTE

The discovery tool can also be downloaded from the following location:

http://www.ubnt.com/download#app

Extract the files from the downloaded ZIP file to the desktop.

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5The Discovery window opens and displays a list of all Discovered Devices:

6If the list does not look correct, click Scan.

7Right-click one of the radios and then click Web UI. For example, right-click the

following row:

L M5 | 192.168.1.20 | DC-9F-DB-78-53-F3 | NanoStation Loco M5

and then click Web UI. The airOS login window opens:

NOTE

The factory default IP address for the radios is 192.168.1.20. Configure the

radios one at a time.

Figure 4–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Window

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8Type the following credentials and click Login:

●Username: ubnt

●Password: ubnt

9The radio configuration window opens. Click the System tab.

Figure 4–10 Ubiquiti airOS Login Window

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10 In the Configuration Management → Upload Configuration area, click Browse.

Browse to the configuration file (for example 1-AP.cfg), and then click Upload.

Figure 4–11 Ubiquiti airOS Window, System Tab

Figure 4–12 Ubiquiti, Upload Configuration File

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11 Click Apply.

12 The radio reboots and obtains a new IP address if a DHCP server is active. The current

session of airOS is no longer valid since the IP address of the radio has changed.

13 Close the browser window.

14 Disconnect the radio. It is now ready for deployment.

15 Continue connecting radios and uploading configuration files until they are all configured.

4.3 Create Plan and Map

Using the documents provided for the job (survey, planned LIU locations, and so on), create

a plan to plot radio locations and map the layout of AP and S radios.

Keep the following in mind as you create the layout plan:

Point the radio pairs directly at each other whenever possible maintaining line-of-sight

around obstructions (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight” on page 75).

Figure 4–13 Ubiquiti, Apply Configuration Changes

NOTE

Radios were labeled prior to shipment and there should be a 1:1 correlation

between radios and configuration files. Make sure the correct configuration file is

loaded onto the corresponding radio.

Figure 4–14 Create Plan and

Map Troubleshooting Flow

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Use a tool such as Google Earth or Global Mapper to create an Elevation Profile to assist

with determining the best locations for radio towers. See “Creating a Google Earth

Elevation Profile” on page 111 for an example.

An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate

with an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station.

4.4 Install and Troubleshoot

This section describes how to install the radios and troubleshoot the radio communications.

Figure 4–15 Maintain Line-of-Sight

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Install and Troubleshoot

To install and troubleshoot the radios:

1Using the plan created in section “Create Plan and Map” on page 74. install all of the

radios, masts, and LIUs. Keep the following in mind as you proceed through the

installation:

Figure 4–16 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow

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●Use labels to ensure that the correct radios are in the correct positions.

●Install the Access Point (A) radios are at the top of the pole, and the Station (S)

radios on the same pole are at least three feet below the Access Point radios as

shown in “Radio-to-Radio Communication” on page 65.

●Point radio pairs directly at each other where possible (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight”

on page 75). Some inaccuracy is tolerable; however, align the radios as close as

possible using binoculars or compass bearing.

2From the recording truck, open the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool. Verify that all of the radios

are listed, and verify that each of the radios has a valid IP Address. Note the following:

●If a radio is listed, that means there is an Ethernet path to the radio.

●If a radio has a valid IP address that means the DHCP is active, DHCP is being

accepted by the radios, and DHCP is being passed from radio link to radio link.

►DHCP server-assigned IP addresses are 10.xxx.xxx.xxx

►Non-DHCP server-assigned IP addresses are 192.168.1.xxx

3If a radio is not listed, send a troubleshooter to the first radio that is not listed (the radio

closest to the recording truck) and perform the following steps:

aVerify that the LIU has active LED lights (the battery has power).

bVerify that the radio is visible in Discovery.

cVerify that the radio is securely connected to the LIU with a known-good cable.

dConnect a laptop to the LIU.

IMPORTANT: The Ethernet ports on the LIU are PoE enabled. When connecting a

laptop computer to the LIU, use a non-powered cable (60-0039) to protect the

computer’s Ethernet port. Do not use a powered Ethernet cable (60-0054). See

“Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison” on page 78 for more information.

eOpen the discovery tool and verify that the radio is listed. If the radio is not listed,

perform the following steps.

1) Verify that the radio has power by visually inspecting the LEDs.

2) If the radio has power but is not visible to the laptop, try a different Ethernet

port.

3) If the radio does not have power, troubleshoot the power and/or replace the

radio.

fVerify that the radio is pointed in the direction of its partner (pair) radio and has

reasonable line-of-sight to its partner (pair) (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight” on page

75).

gVerify that the last radio visible from the doghouse is pointed in the correct direction.

hReload the configuration file to the radio.

iIf the above steps fail, contact Wireless Seismic, Inc. for assistance.

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Final Communication Test

The following table compares the powered Ethernet cable and the non-powered Ethernet

cable:

4.5 Final Communication Test

This section describes how to run the final speed test to verify good communication

throughout the backhaul.

Table 4–2 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison

60-0039 LIU to Computer Signal Name 60-0054 LIU to Radio PoE

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector RJ-45 Connector 11-Pin Connector

B1TX+1B

A2TX-2A

C3RX+3C

NC 4 POSITIVE 4 H

NC 5 POSITIVE 5 F

D6RX-6D

NC 7 RETURN 7 E

NC 8 RETURN 8 L

P — SHIELD DRAIN — P

———NCR*

———NCM*

— *Jumper pins R and M together.

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Figure 4–17 Final Communication Test Flow

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To run the speed test:

1Verify that all radios are listed in the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool as described in step 4 on

page 70 through step 6 on page 71.

2Make a note of the following IP addresses:

●The last radio in the line segment, that is, the radio farthest away from the recording

truck:

______.______.______.______

●The radio at the recording truck:

______.______.______.______

3The speed test should be run from the recording truck radio to the radio farthest from

the recording truck. Log in to the recording truck radio as described in step 4 on page 70

through step 8 on page 72.

4Verify that browser pop-ups are allowed:

►Firefox – Tools → Options → Content → clear the Block pop-up

windows check box → click OK

►Internet Explorer – Tools → Internet Options → Privacy → clear the

Turn on Pop-up Blocker check box → click OK

5Click Tools → Speed Test.

6In the Speed Test window, perform the following steps:

aClick the IP address for the radio farthest from the recording truck in the Select

Destination IP list:

Figure 4–18 Ubiquiti airOS Tools

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bType ubnt in the User text box.

cType ubnt in the Password text box.

dType 443 in the Remote WEB Port text box.

eThe default test Direction is duplex; the test is performed for both transmit and

receive. If you want to run the test in only one direction, perform the following steps:

1) Select the Show Advanced Options check box.

2) Select transmit or receive.

fClick Run Test.

gGood Test Results are as follows:

►RX (receive) only = 70+ Mbps

►TX (transmit) only = 70+ Mbps

►Total (duplex) = 90+ Mbps

–RX = 40+ Mbps

–TX = 40+ Mbps

7If Speed Test results are low, use a systematic approach of testing links to identify the

offending radio pairs:

aLog in to a Station (S) radio.

bClick the Main tab and verify the following values:

►Signal Strength < -75 dBm

►Either the Vertical or Horizontal (Main Tab, Stations only) < -80 (between -65

and -75 is ideal)

►Transmit CCQ < 90% (100% is ideal)

►Click AP Information in the Monitor area. Verify that the Access Point Signal

Strength < -75 dBm

Figure 4–19 Speed Test Window

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cRepeat step a on page 81 and step b on page 81 for all of the radios.

8If the individual links are all good but the backhaul as a whole does not deliver the

appropriate throughput, it indicates that there is an interference problem.

Contact Andy Prokop, Jerry Stair, or Mike Shilts for project-specific recommendations.

9If there are individual links with low numbers, perform the following steps to fix them:

aVerify that the radios are pointing in the correct directions.

bVerify that shielding is properly installed. The following figure shows the NanoStation

radio shielding and surge suppressor assembly (56-0032):

Figure 4–20 NanoStation Main Tab

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cCheck for misaligned or improperly installed shielding.

dVerify that the radios on the same pole are at least three feet apart.

eVerify that the Access Point (A) radio is three feet higher on the pole than the Station

(S) radio.

fIf possible, raise the poles (masts) to provide the least-obstructed view to the

partner radio as is reasonable.

gVerify that there are no frayed cables or cables with water intrusion.

Figure 4–21 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor

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4.6 Rolling the Backhaul

As production rolls away from the lines, radios, and towers farthest from the recording truck,

these lines, radios, and towers become available to be used on the other side of the

recording truck.

As you move the equipment, note the following:

Maintain the A-to-S configuration throughout the survey.

The poles must stay in sequential order as you roll the spread.

The following figure shows the movement of the poles and recording truck:

NOTE

The recording truck radio can be any one of the poles; in an ideal case the

recording truck starts at pole farthest from the recording truck, for example Pole

18. When you roll Pole 18, you will also need to move the recording truck.

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Figure 4–22 Rolling the Poles Example for 18 Total Poles

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The following figure shows the movement of the poles when using 18 total poles:

Figure 4–23 Rolling Scheme, 18 Total Poles Example

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For a backhaul using 18 poles, even if you do not have all 18 lines set up at the same time,

the rolling scheme must be followed using all 18 poles as shown in the following figure:

Figure 4–24 Rolling Scheme, 18 Pole Backhaul, 10 Poles in Use

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Replacing a Radio

4.7 Replacing a Radio

Any number of environmental hazards could destroy an existing radio. When this happens,

replace it using the following instructions:

1Identify the radio that needs to be replaced.

2When the radio was initially configured for the point-to-point backhaul, a label was

attached to the radio indicating which configuration file was used. Make a note of the

configuration label (for example, 12:A-P12).

3Duplicate the configuration label and attach it to the replacement radio using the same

information and color.

The following example label indicates a radio configured for the following:

●Radio pair 12

●Access Point

●Pole 12

4Locate the corresponding configuration file (for example, 12-AP.cfg) and upload it to the

replacement radio according to step 4 on page 70 through step 13 on page 74.

5Mark the faulty radio is so that it does not work its way back into the spread.

6Replace the radio on the pole.

4.8 Upload New Firmware

This section describes how to upload new firmware into the radio.

To upload new firmware:

→Windows computer → Radio Configuration, System tab

1Click Browse next to Upload Firmware and navigate to the supplied BIN file.

2Select the file and click Open.

3Click Upload.

4Click Update.

5Do not power off the radio until the firmware is updated.

12:A-P12 White

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4.9 Unzipping the Configuration Files

The configuration files are delivered combined into one compressed file (config.zip).

To extract the files, use the built-in Windows 7 extraction process, or you can use a third-

party tool such as 7-Zip.

To use the Windows 7 process:

1Locate the ZIP file in Windows Explorer.

2Right-click the ZIP file name and then click Extract All.

3Browse to and select a folder.

4Click Extract.

To use 7-Zip:

1Download and install 7-Zip if it is not already installed:

http://www.7-zip.org/download.html

2Locate the ZIP file in Windows Explorer.

3Right-click the ZIP file name and then click 7-zip → Extract Files.

4Browse to and select a folder.

Figure 4–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware

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5Click OK.

4.10 Connecting to the Recording Truck

The line communicates to the recording truck through an LIU using one of the following

methods:

Fiber cable

Radio link (pendant)

The following figure shows a fiber cable connection example:

Figure 4–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber

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The following figure shows a radio link (pendant) connection example.

Figure 4–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link

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The following figure shows the optimal angle between the pendent and the line.

Figure 4–28 Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording

Truck

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The following figure shows the connections for the pendant radio link example.

Figure 4–29 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link

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The following table lists information about the pendant radio connection.

Table 4–3 Pendant Radio Link Elements

Item Description

Configuration The following additional configuration files are provided:

• • Recorder-AP.cfg

• • Recorder-S.cfg

RR • The radio at the recording truck is a Rocket radio with an Omni

antenna and is indicated in the drawings as RR (Recorder/

Rocket).

• Use the Recorder-AP.cfg file with this radio.

• The RR radio should be installed at the top of the pole, pointing

directly at the pendant radio (PN).

PN • The radio at the line is a NanoStation radio with a built-in

antenna and is indicated in the drawings as PN (Pendant/Nano).

• Use the Recorder-S.cfg file with this radio.

• The PN radio should be installed at the top of the pole, pointing

directly at the recording truck radio antenna (RR).

• The optimal angle between the pendant radio link (RR to PN)

and the next LIU in the line segment (pearl) is 90° as shown in

“Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording Truck” on page 92. If

necessary, ±30° off of perpendicular should also work.

• The PN radio should be at least 3 ft (0.91 m) from the line pole

(Pole 1 in the example shown in “Connecting the Recording

Truck with a Pendant Radio Link” on page 91). Use as much

distance as you can as allowed by your cable lengths.

• The PN radio and pole should be between the line and the

recording truck as shown in “Connecting the Recording Truck

with a Pendant Radio Link” on page 91.

Batteries • Adding a third radio to the LIU increases the battery usage at

this position. To ensure that the LIU does not reset due to a low

or depleted battery, keep two batteries connected to the LIU at

all times.

• The battery with the lowest voltage is used until the voltage falls

below the Unit Thresholds ? LIU Voltage Warning number

(usually about 11V). At this point, the LIU auto-swaps to the

battery with the higher voltage. Monitor the battery status in

the Ground Equipment Table. Replace the low-voltage battery

with a fully-charged battery as soon as possible after the battery

auto-swap occurs.

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After the pendant radio link radios are configured and installed, log in to the PN radio and set

the power level to the minimum amount required to achieve communication with the RR.

To set the PN radio power level:

1Click the Wireless tab.

2Move the Output Power slider bar to the desired power level.

3Click Change at the bottom of the window.

4Click Apply Command at the top of the window.

5Wait 30 – 60 seconds.

Figure 4–30 Wireless Tab

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5.1 Overview

A channel is a frequency band of a specified width. For example, if the center frequency

is 2.412 GHz, and the frequency band is 80 MHz wide, there are 40 MHz on either side

of the center frequency, and the frequency range for that channel is 2.372 to 2.452 GHz.

Some custom configurations will require multiple channels operating at the same time.

Verify that channel ranges do not overlap to avoid interference.

The recording truck radios are configured Access Points (A) and the line station radios

are configured as Stations (S).

An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate

with an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station.

Figure 5–1 Channel, 80 MHz Wide Frequency

Band

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A line station mast requires an LIU to communicate with the recording truck. A

mast located at the recording truck can communicate using an LIU or a PoE

connected directly to the recording truck computer. See the following figures for

examples.

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Figure 5–2 Line Station Mast (Bullet Radio)

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Figure 5–3 Recording Truck or Line Station Mast (NanoStation Radio)

NOTE

If using the mast at the recording truck, connect the LIU with an Ethernet or

Fiber cable to the recording truck. If the mast is not used at the recording truck,

the connections shown in the figure to the recording truck are not used.

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Figure 5–4 Recording Truck Mast with LIU (Rocket Radio)

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Figure 5–5 Recording Truck Mast without LIU (Rocket Radio)

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NOTE

You can use a NanoStation radio instead of the Rocket Radio on the mast at the

Recording Truck without an LIU.

TIP

If you have multiple radios at the recording truck, and enough PoE devices,

Ethernet cables, Ethernet ports, and AC power receptacles, all of the recording

truck radios can be used without an LIU unit.

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