044-05288 RET System Installation and Service Manual Rev E

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RET SystemINSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL

044-05288 Rev. EOctober 2011

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For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED EQUIPMENT, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring

Read this manual carefully before installing the Powerwave Technologies, Inc. RET System equipment and follow any and all instructions set forth herein. Non-compliance with, or non-observance of the instructions in this manual may cause personal injury or damage to property and may be illegal. Powerwave Technologies, Inc.and its subsidiaries dis-claim any and all liability in case of non-compliance with, or non observance of the instructions in this manual.

This Powerwave Technologies, Inc. product is designed to operate within the Normal Operating (typical operating) ranges specified in this document. Operation of this equipment beyond the specified ranges in this document may cause (1) spurious emissions that violate regulatory requirments; (2) the equipment to be automatically removed from the service when maximum thresholds are exceeded; or (3) the equipment to not perform in accordance with its speci-fications. It is the Operator’s responsibility to ensure this equipment is properly installed and operated within Power-wave Technologies, Inc. operating specifications to obtain proper performance from teh equipment and to comply with regulatory requirements.

Powerwave Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the documentation and equipment, including but not limited to component substitution and circuitry changes. Changes that impact this manual may subsequently be incorporated in a later revision of this manual. This document is subject to revision without notice. Powerwave Technol-ogies, Inc. has no liability for typing errors in this document or damages of any kind that result from the use of this doc-ument.

Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings, Cautions, and NotesWarnings, Cautions, and Notes are found throughout this manual where applicable. The associated icons are used to quickly identify a potential condition that could result in the consequences described below if precautions are not taken. Notes clarify and provide additional information to assist the user.

WARNING: This symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical and RF circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.

CAUTION: This symbol means reader be careful. In this situation, the user might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data.

NOTE This symbol means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to material not covered in the document. Procedures are not contained in notes.

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Revision Record

Revision Letter Date of Change Reason for Change

R1A February 2005 Original Issue

R1B May 2005 New software version R2E

R1C July 2005 New software version R5A

D March 2006 New document layout

A Nov 2007 Manual updated for new software version R7A, reformatted and document number changed from 7005.00 to 044-05288.

B Aug 2008 Added iRET and MCU R9F firmware

C April 2009 Added procedures for setting the electrical tilt of a RET or iRET unit with MCU, page 3-46

D June 2011 Combined iRET Installation procedure

E October 2011 Added the following:

• More detail on MCUs, pg 1-3.

• Photos of eRET units, pg 1-4.

• iciloc detail, Fig 3-3, pg 3-4.

• RET system cable detail, Fig 3-4, pg 3-5.

• Reorganized antenna installation section and added photos of eRETs and iRETs , pages 3-7 through 3-15.

• Added detail on iRETs, pg 3-16 and 3-17.

• Updated screen shot, fig. 4-3, pg 4-4.

• Updated specifications in tables 6-8, 6-12, added tables 6-9 and 6-10.

• Incorporated appendix B into chapter 3.

Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Abbreviations

Abbreviations

AISG Antenna Interface Standards Group

ALD Antenna Line Device

ANT Antenna

AWG American Wire Gauge

BTS Base Transceiver Station

CILOC Current Injector and Layer One Converter

CIN Current Injector

DB Dual-Band

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DNS Domain Name System

eRET external Remote Electrical Tilt

FTP File Transfer Protocol

GSM Global System for Mobile communication

HB High Band

HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol

HW Hardware

ICILOC Intelligent Current Injector Layer One Converter

ID Indoor

iRET integrated Remote Electrical Tilt

IP Internet Protocol

LAN Local Area Network

LB Low Band

LED Light-Emitting Diode

LOC MCU Layer One Converter Master Control Unit

MCU Master Control Unit

MET Mechanical Electrical Tilt

MIB Management Information Base

N/A Not Applicable

NC Normally Closed

NO Normally Open

NTP Network Time Protocol

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Abbreviations Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

NWM NetWay Manager™

OD Outdoor

OMC Operation & Maintenance Centre

PPP Point-to-Point Protocol

RAM Random Access Memory

RET Remote Electrical Tilt

SB Single-Band

SMA Sub-Miniature version A

SMB Sub-Miniature version B

SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol

SPDT Single Pole, Double Throw

SSH Secure (Socket) Shell

SSL Secure Sockets Layer

STP Shielded Twisted Pair

SW Software

TB Triple-Band

TCP Transmission Control Protocol

TMA Tower Mounted Amplifier

UDP User Datagram Protocol

UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service

URL Uniform Resource Locator

UTC Coordinated Universal Time

VG Variable Gain

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Rermote Electrical Tilt (RET) Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Product Description

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Scope of Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Typing Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

MCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

RET Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

eRET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

iRET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5

TMAs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5

CILOCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

ICILOCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

CINs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

Lightning Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

Software and Data Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

System Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8

Chapter 2 - Controls, Indicators, and Connections

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

MCU / LOC MCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

MCU Reset Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

LOC MCU Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

DC Power Supply Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

RET Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

TMAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Chapter 3 - Installation

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Site Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Required Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

Separate Cable Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

RF Feeder Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

I-CILOC Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

RET System Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

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Dimensioning RET System Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Cable Reliefs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Connector Vulcanization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Setting the Electrical Tilt of a MET Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

eRET Tilt Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

Setting Manual Electrical Tilt on an iRET Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

RET Unit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

eRET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Small Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Large Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

iRET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17

MCU Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18

TMA Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19

CILOC and RET System Cable Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19

Separate RET System Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19

Basic RF Feeder Cable Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21

RF Feeder Cable Installation with TMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24

Lightning Protection Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-28

Alarm (IN) and Control (OUT) Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29

Alarm (IN) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29

Alarm Port Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29

Control (OUT) Port Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30

Relay Port Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30

Preparing the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-31

Chapter 4 - Configuration

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Initial Start-up Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Establishing a Local Management Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Windows 2000 Configuration for Dynamic IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Windows XP Configuration for Dynamic IP Addresses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Connecting the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Accessing the Webpages of the MCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

MCU Login . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Configuring Management Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

Workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

Setting up IP Addresses on the MCU Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Static IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Dynamic IP Address on the Site LAN Port of the MCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

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Configuring the DHCP server in the MCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7

Setting Up IP Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

Restarting the MCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Connecting the MCU to the Site LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Setting up SNMP Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

Configuring and Calibrating the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10

Workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10

Entering MCU Identification Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Configuring Device Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Switching between AISGV1.1 and AISGV2.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13

Uploading Antenna Configuration Files to RET Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14

Entering RET Installation and Configuration Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15

Calibrating eRET and iRET Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-19

Device Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20

Scanning for New ALDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20

Setting the Electrical Tilt of a eRET or iRET Unit with MCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22

MCU/Antenna Tilt Settings and XML File Generation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24

Generate and Upload the XML FIle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25

Setting the Gain of an AISG TMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-26

Downloading and Installing Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27

FTP Server Setup and MCU Software Updating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28

Installing the FTP server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28

Configuring the FTP server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28

Updating the MCU Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28

Downloading and Installing MCU Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29

Downloading and Installing ALD Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32

Restarting the MCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33

Network Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34

Configuring IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34

Configuring IP Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36

Configuring IP Forwarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37

Configuring SNMP Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37

Configuring NTP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38

Contacting Powerwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38

Chapter 5 - Maintenance

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

MCU Reset Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

Alarm handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

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Viewing active alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Configuring Alarms and Control (OUT) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Configuring Triggers for Alarm (IN) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Monitoring the Status of the RET System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8

Reporting problems and getting technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9

Field Replaceable Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9

RET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10

iRET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10

MCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

CILOC/I-CILOC/CIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

TMA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

Return For Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

Obtaining An RMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

Repackaging For Shipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

Contacting Powerwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12

Chapter 6 - Specifications

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1

Other Specifications: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8

RET System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9

Antenna Tilt Configuration Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9

Appendix A - Software License Information

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List of Figures1-1 System overview ............................................................................................................................1-21-2 Standard MCU ...............................................................................................................................1-31-3 LOC MCU .......................................................................................................................................1-31-4 RET modules (large and small) ......................................................................................................1-41-5 Dual Band Antenna with Two iRET Units .......................................................................................1-51-6 TMA ................................................................................................................................................1-51-7 CILOC ............................................................................................................................................1-61-8 ICILOC ...........................................................................................................................................1-61-9 Current Injector (CIN) .....................................................................................................................1-61-10 Lightning protection ........................................................................................................................1-71-11 Management protocol hierarchy .....................................................................................................1-8

2-1 MCU ...............................................................................................................................................2-12-2 LOC MCU .......................................................................................................................................2-1

3-1 Separate RET System Cable Configuration ...................................................................................3-23-2 RF Feeder Configurations Installation Options ..............................................................................3-33-3 I-CILOC Installation ........................................................................................................................3-43-4 RET System Cable Connectors .....................................................................................................3-53-5 Cable Relief ....................................................................................................................................3-63-6 Mounting the MCU in a 19" rack ..................................................................................................3-183-7 Lightning Protection Module Installation ......................................................................................3-283-8 Grounding Cable Connection .......................................................................................................3-293-9 Alarm Sensing Port (IN) ...............................................................................................................3-293-10 Relay Ports (OUT) ........................................................................................................................3-303-11 MCU Alternative Power Inputs .....................................................................................................3-31

4-1 MCU Login Window .......................................................................................................................4-34-2 User Name Pop-up Window ...........................................................................................................4-34-3 MCU Main Web Page ....................................................................................................................4-44-4 ALD SW Download Screen ..........................................................................................................4-13


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2-1 MCU LED Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

3-1 Required Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13-2 8-Pin Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

4-1 Default Access Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

5-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15-2 Alarm List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15-3 Alarm Severity Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35-4 Alarm Status LED Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35-5 eRET Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-105-6 iRET Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-105-7 MCU Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-115-8 CILOC/I-CILOC/CIN Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11

6-1 MCU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16-2 RET Unit Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-26-3 TMA Unit Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-46-4 CILOC Unit Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-56-5 I-CILOC Unit Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-66-6 CIN Unit Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-76-7 Other Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-86-8 eRET Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-96-9 Antenna Tilt Configuration Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-96-10 RET Model Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-106-11 iRET Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-106-12 RET System Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11

Chapter 1 Product Description

IntroductionThis manual contains information and procedures for installation, operation, and maintenance of the Powerwave Remote Electrical Tilt (RET), addressing both External RET (eRET) and integrated Remote Electrical Tilt (iRET) systems.

Scope of ManualThis manual is intended for use by service technicians familiar with similar types of equipment. It contains service information required for the equipment described and is current as of the printing date. Changes which occur after the printing date may be incorporated by a complete manual revision or alternately as additions. The manual is organized into the following chapters:

❑ Chapter 1 - Product Description

❑ Chapter 2 - Controls, Connections, and Indicators

❑ Chapter 3 - Installation

❑ Chapter 4 - Maintenance

❑ Chapter 5 - Specifications

Typing ConventionsThe following typing conventions are used throughout this manual:

Select Select prompts you to perform a selection on the screen by clicking on an active object or check box.

Enter Enter prompts you to type text using the keyboard.

Press Press prompts you to press a button on the keyboard.

Clear Clear prompts you to click in a check box on the screen to de-activate an option.

Devices List Text in bold shows you that the text represents a button, list, field or screen in the software.

Response Text in this font indicates text displayed in response to an executed command.

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Overview Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

OverviewThe development of UMTS has increased the need for dynamic networks that can be configured by remote real-time access. Remote-controlled electrical downtilt (RET) has become one of the most important features of such networks, providing several benefits including:

❑ easy configuration/tuning of new equipment.

❑ power control and cell breathing through variation of antenna coverage footprints.

❑ fine tuning of soft handover situations during running operation.

❑ real-time adaptation to changes in capacity need, for example during rush hours.

❑ remote re-configuration when changing network plans or expanding existing networks.

The Powerwave RET System is designed to meet the high requirements for reliability, flexibility and efficiency needed for remote control of mast-mounted telecommunication equipment. The system consists of a Master Control Unit (MCU), and one or more Antenna Line Devices (ALDs).

MCUThe Master Control Unit (MCU) controls the Antenna Line Devices (ALDs) and supplies DC power to them on a common bus. ALDs are connected to the MCU either by using the existing RF feeders in your system, or by using a separate cable.

Powerwave offers a complete range of MCUs, RET units, TMAs, and supplementary equipment, all parts of which are compatible with the requirements of the AISG specification.

The MCU monitors system status, and receives commands and configuration instructions from a Network Operations Center (NOC). You can access an MCU through a site LAN by using a web browser, through an SNMP agent by using the Powerwave NetWay Manager (NWM), through a standard Telnet client, or by using a text terminal. The MCU acts as the primary station, controlling data signalling as well as ongoing activities. The ALDs act as secondary stations reporting data and carrying out instructions received from the MCU.

Figure 1-1 System overview

RET system component part numbers and descriptions are listed in Chapter 5.

Remote Management

Local Management

Data Communications

Network

LAN

· HTTP

· SNMP · Telnet

· Web browser

· NetWay Manager

· Text Terminal

· Web browser

· NetWay Manager

· Text Terminal

MCU

AISG: RS-485 / Coaxial

TMA RET

ALDs, such asA

LD

03

3-3

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A standard MCU is illustrated in Figure 1-2. Operations such as electrical tilting of antennas and setting of TMA gain can be performed from a remote NOC using a web or an SNMP interface. Local management of the MCU at the base station is also possible by connecting a computer directly to the local ethernet port on the MCU. The MCU has three AISG-compatible ALD ports and is available in +24 VDC, -48 VDC or 115/230 VAC versions. .

Figure 1-2 Standard MCU

Figure 1-3 LOC MCU

On a Layer One Conversion (LOC) MCU, the multi-pole AISG connectors are replaced with SMA female to deliver DC power and AISG signalling. The RF ports make it possible to use Current Injectors (CINs) instead of Current Injector and Layer One Converters (CILOCs) at the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) end in RF feeder configurations. The CINs must be able to transfer signals at the AISG sub-carrier frequency 2.176 MHz

ALD Ports(dashed lines indicate ALD port status)

Alarm Ports(Alarm In)

Control Ports(Alarm Out)

RS-232(Internal use only)

Local Ethernet

Site LAN

ALD Ports(dashed lines

indicate ALD port status)

Alarm Ports(Alarm In)

Control Ports(Alarm Out)

RS-232(Internal use only)

Site LAN

Local Ethernet

(crossover cable)

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RET UnitsRET units consist of stepping motors that can be connected to the positioning racks used for adjusting the electrical down tilt of MET antennas. The motors can be connected externally (eRET) to the antenna or integrated (iRET) with the antenna.

When it receives a command from the MCU or base station control units, a stepping motor moves the positioning rack up or down to achieve the desired antenna tilt angle. RET units can be mounted on an antenna that is already mounted in place on site. They can also be delivered mounted on a Powerwave antenna. The connection to the MCU is made using the AISG compliant connector. An additional connector is available for daisy-chaining of several RET units or connecting to other types of ALDs.

eRET

An eRET unit has one, two, or three stepping motors.

There are two types of RET units, one with a small housing and one with a large housing. RET units in small housings are mainly used for single-band antennas with a single RET positioning rack. RET units in large housings are used for dual-band and triple-band antennas with one, two or three RET positioning racks. The small and large RET modules are illustrated in Figure 1-4.

Figure 1-4 RET modules (large and small)

ALD System Cable port

ALD Daisy-chain Port

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iRET

The iRET is integrated in many Powerwave antennas from the 8-series and the P-series. They perform the same actions as an eRET. Each iRET unit controls one band on an antenna so, for example, dual band antennas will contain two iRET units as shown in Figure 1-4.

Figure 1-5 Dual Band Antenna with Two iRET Units

iRET Antennas also contain an Absolute Position Sensor, which is a passive unit that tracks the tilt position of the antenna. If an iRET is removed from its antenna, the antenna is held into position. When a new iRET is installed (or the existing iRET is replaced), it notes the position on the sensor and sets itself appropriately.

TMAsPowerwave provides AISG-compatible TMAs with built-in CILOC functionality that can be used in RF feeder configurations. Both variable and fixed gain TMAs are available for GSM and UMTS networks. DC supply and AISG signals to TMAs and other ALDs are transferred via the RF feeder. Monitoring of TMA alarms and configuration of RF gain can be performed for both branches. A TMA is shown in Figure 1-6.

Figure 1-6 TMA

iRET iRET

Cutaway view of iRET mounted in an antenna

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CILOCsThe CILOCs use an RF feeder cable to transfer DC power and AISG signalling to ALDs, such as RETs.

Figure 1-7 CILOC

ICILOCsThe intelligent CILOC (ICILOC) is used for RET unit installation on sites that have non-AISG TMAs so that current level alarms can be monitored. The ICILOC provides the DC supply and an evaluation of DC current alarms for the TMA that is installed between the ICILOC and the antenna, as well as an additional TMA connected to the ICILOC DC voltage supply connector. Active voltage regulation is implemented within the ICILOC to provide DC transfer at the specified voltage level from the BTS port to the TMA DC ports.

The ICILOC provides a signaling link to the BTS following AISG standards. It converts and transfers the signalling from the RET port to the BTS, and adds signalling from the TMA DC alarm evaluations.

Figure 1-8 ICILOC

CINsIf you use a LOC MCU you can use CINs instead of CILOCs at the BTS end for injecting DC and AISG signals to the ALDs in the RF feeder. CINs for indoor and outdoor use are available for different RF frequencies and have a built-in lightning protection circuit. Note that CINs used together with the LOC MCU must be able to transfer signals at the AISG sub-carrier frequency 2.176 MHz.

Figure 1-9 Current Injector (CIN)

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Lightning ProtectionThe lightning protection unit protects the ALD ports on the MCU from damage due to lightning strikes in the mast and cables.

Figure 1-10 Lightning protection

Software and Data StorageThe software for the RET System includes functions for control of hardware functionality, system performance, MCU and ALD alarms, and system communication. Software modules are stored in the MCU, RET unit, ICILOC, and TMA; and are executed by CPUs in these units. New software can be downloaded remotely for all units.

The Powerwave RET system uses AISG standards, and has a Management Information Base (MIB) that lists all of the configuration parameters for each device in an RET system. Depending on the parameter, it may be stored in the individual device, or in the MCU. For example, while the MCU only saves information needed to identify connected ALDs, each ALD stores all of its configuration data locally. Production data for each device (MCU and ALD) is stored locally in the permanent memory in each unit.

NOTE CILOCs or CINs in your system will protect the RF BTS port from lightning. Powerwave recommends that a Lightning protector is included in your configuration, however, to ensure protection of your complete system.

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System ManagementThe RET System can be managed locally or remotely. Local management is performed using a PC connected to the Local Ethernet port on the MCU. Remote supervision, control and maintenance from a NOC can be performed via NWM, or by an internet browser connected through a site LAN. All system software can be updated from any management terminal, both locally and remotely.

The management system is based on open standards. Each MCU includes a web server, and an SNMP agent.This makes it possible to manage the RET System using a web

browser, an SNMP manager, a text terminal or a Telnet client. (Dashed lines indicate functionality that is not available in MCU software version 7000.00 R5A.)

Figure 1-11 Management protocol hierarchy

MCU

ApplicationProtocol Layer

Transport Layer

Network Layer

Data Link Layer

Physical Layer(External I/F)

Ethernet

InternalFunctions

MACPPP

HTTPTelnet

SSH

SNMP

WebServer

SNMPAgent

IP

FTP, SCP

ALD

007-

8

RS-232

Command LineInterfaceApplication

DHCP, NTP

TCP UDP

SSL

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Chapter 2 Controls, Indicators, and Connections

IntroductionThis chapter contains descriptions of the controls, indicators and connections of the RET System.

MCU / LOC MCUThe MCU and LOC MCU, illustrated in Figures 2-1 and 2-2, each have three ALD signalling ports. The standard MCU has three AISG-compatible ALD ports while the LOC MCU has three SMA RF ports. Each port is capable of supporting 12 devices. DC power provided to each ALD is +24 V. In addition to the ALD ports, the MCU has the following ports for system management:

❑ 2 Ethernet ports: one Local Ethernet 10/100 BaseT port for connection to a computer, and one 10 BaseT port for connection to a site LAN.

❑ 1 RS-232 DTE port for serial communication (for factory use only).

❑ 8 alarm sensing ports (IN ports) for surveillance of external functions/equipment.

❑ 2 control ports (OUT ports) for control of external functions/equipment via single pole, double throw (SPDT) relays. Each relay can switch one common line between two contacts – one that is normally closed (NC) and one that is normally open (NO).

Figure 2-1 MCU

Figure 2-2 LOC MCU

ALD PortsRS-232

DC SupplyAlarm ports

Local LAN Site LAN

AC Supply and Fuse (on back panel)

Control ports

MCU Reset

Switch

ALD PortsRS-232

DC SupplyAlarm ports

Local LAN Site LAN

AC Supply and Fuse (on back panel)

Control ports

Power

MCU Reset

Switch

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MCU Reset SwitchThe MCU has a hard reset switch located next to the Power LED on the front panel. Use a pin or paperclip to press this switch and reset all values in the MCU back to factory defaults. Only use this switch as a final option in the event the MCU locks-up.

LOC MCU CablesThe LOC MCU cables are RF cables for connecting the ALD ports on a LOC MCU to CINs with SMA or SMB connectors.

DC Power Supply CableThe DC power supply cable for the 24 V MCU and the -48 V MCU is equipped with a MATE-N-LOK connector at the MCU end. You must mount a connector that fits your DC power source at the other end of the power cable.

RET ModulesEach RET module has two connectors; an input connector for communication to the MCU and an output connector for daisy-chain configurations.

TMAsAISG TMAs have input and output RF connectors and the DC supply and AISG signalling is transferred via the RF feeder connected to the BTS 0 port.

With combinations of the ICILOC and standard TMAs, the DC only is sent to the BTS port.

Table 2-1 MCU LED Indications

Color Pattern MCU Status

Power

Green Flashing Power OK; Booting

Stable Power OK

Red Flashing Power not OK

ALD Port

Green Stable ALD connector current OK

Red Flashing ALD connector overcurrent

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Chapter 3Installation

IntroductionThis chapter contains unpacking, inspection and installation instructions for the RET System.

Site SurveyPowerwave recommends that a site survey be performed prior to equipment ordering or installation. Performing a detailed site survey reduces or eliminates installation and turn-up delays. Pay particular attention to power cabling and breaker requirements, as well as RF cabling requirements. Specifications are listed in Chapter 5.

Unpacking and InspectionThis equipment has been operated, tested, and calibrated at the factory. Carefully open containers to remove equipment. Retain all packing material that can be reassembled in the event unit must be returned to the factory. Perform the following steps:

1. Visually inspect equipment for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If possible, in the presence of the delivery person.

2. Check for evidence of water damage, bent or warped chassis, loose screws or nuts, or extraneous packing material in connectors.

If equipment is damaged, file a claim with the carrier once the extent of any damage is assessed. If equipment must be returned to factory, please contact Powerwave for a Return Material Authorization (RMA). See Chapter 4.

Required ToolsThe following tools are required for RET System installation:

Table 3-1 Required Tools

Table 3-1 Required Tools

Torx screwdriver, size TX20 Flathead Screwdriver

Pozidrive screwdriver, size 1 Box spanner with flexible shaft, size SW 10

Cutting pliers Pen and paper

Wrench, size SW 10 or SW 13 (depending on product version)

ALD

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TX20

ALD

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1

ALD

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Size 1

ALD

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ALD

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SW 10/SW 13

SW 10

ALD

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Installation Options Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Installation OptionsThere are two ways to connect the MCU to the ALDs:

1. Use a separate cable.2. Use the existing RF feeder cable.

Separate Cable ConfigurationThe example illustrated in Figure 3-2 shows three daisy-chained RET units mounted on Powerwave MET antennas. DC supply and data signalling is distributed to the RET units via a separate cable connected to the MCU.

Figure 3-1 Separate RET System Cable Configuration

MCU

RETmodule

Feed

er

Base station ALD

034-

3

a.

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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Installation Options

RF Feeder ConfigurationRF feeders connect the MCU to the ALDs in several different ways depending on your overall system design. Figure 3-3 illustrates two common ways of implementing an RF feeder configuration:

❑ Using CILOCs at both base station and antenna end.

❑ Using CILOCs at the base station end and AISG-compatible TMAs with built-in CILOC functionality at the antenna end. Remote configuration of TMA gain and supervision of TMA alarms for both branches is in this case possible via the MCU.

It is also possible to use a LOC MCU with built-in layer one conversion and RF outputs (SMA connectors) for DC supply and AISG signalling with either option. The CILOCs at the BTS end can then be replaced by CINs with capability of transferring signals at the AISG sub-carrier frequency (2.176 MHz).

Figure 3-2 RF Feeder Configurations Installation Options

MCU

RETmodule

Fe

ed

er

RETmodule

CILOC

CILOCAISG TMA

Fe

ed

er

Base stationBase station

CILOCMCU

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Installation Options Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

I-CILOC ConfigurationThe I-CILOC configuration, illustrated in Figure 3-4, uses standard TMAs & CINs, along with a LOC MCU. At the BTS, the RF sub-carrier and DC power is output onto the feeder cable through a a standard CIN. To do so, the CIN must pass the AISG sub-carrier frequency. At the other end, the feeder cable connects to the I-CILOC on the tower.

The I-CILOC has four ports: a DIN connector port for the connection to the BTS, a DIN connector port for the connection to the Antenna (ANT), an SMA connector port for DC power, and an AISG port to connect to a RET. The I-CILOC receives the RF sub-carrier and DC power from the feeder line and distributes the DC power to the primary TMA through the port labeled ANT, and to the diversity dualband TMA CIN through the DC port. The I-CILOC converts the RF sub-carrier into RS-485 data which distributes the data and DC power to the AISG RET port.

Figure 3-3 I-CILOC Installation

RETmodule

TMA

Feed

er

CIN LOCMCU

Diplexer

TDMA 850UMTS 1900

Node-BDuplexed

I-CILOCCIN

From BTS

To TMATo RET module

DC Power

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Cable Installation

RET System Cable

Figure 3-4 RET System Cable Connectors

Table 3-2 8-Pin Connector

Pin Connection Pin Connection

1 +12 V 5 RS-485A

2 Not connected 6 +24 V

3 RS-485B 7 DC Return

4 Not Connected 8 Not connected

Female Male

4

1

6

8

25

3

7

8

6

1

4

2

Female

Male

Threaded Nut

NOTE: Verify that the threaded nut is tightened to 1.0 - 1.5 N-m to prevent water ingress.

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Cable Installation Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Dimensioning RET System CablesThe voltage drop across the system cables, connectors and equipment can limit the maximum cable length in the system and the maximum number of ALDs that can be connected. However, in practice, the maximum cable length in the RET System is normally not a limiting factor when designing Node B/BTS sites.

Cable ReliefsWhen you connect the RET System cables to the ALDs it is very important that you add cable reliefs at each connection point. This allows the cable to stretch and shrink due to variations in temperature without causing stress on the connectors. Always add cable reliefs as illustrated in Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5 Cable Relief

Connector VulcanizationDo not vulcanize AISG connectors on Powerwave products (including RET units, TMAs, and CILOCS) whether or not the connectors are attached. The connectors themselves have an IP67 ingress protection rating, which means they are dust proof and protected from temporary immersion in 1 meter deep water for 30 minutes.

CAUTION: Vulcanization can weaken the protection and make the connectors more sensitive to dust and water.

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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Antenna Installation

Antenna InstallationFor instructions on how to mount the MET antenna, refer to the appropriate antenna mounting instructions, such as “Mounting of Powerwave Antennas, part number 044-05450.

Setting the Electrical Tilt of a MET Unit

Unlock positioning rod

1. Loosen locking screw two revolutions.2. Disengage locking mechanism by turning

counter-clockwise.

Adjust the electrical tilt angle

3. Align (pull) positioning rod to desired electrical tilt angle. Electrical tilt angle is shown on scale along side of positioning rod.

Lock the positioning rod

4. Lock positioning rod by turning locking mechanism clockwise until stop is engaged.

5. Gently tighten locking screw.6. Refer to the eRET section under to attach an

external antenna motor.

NOTE: On dual band and triple band antennas, repeat the steps above for each positioning rod.

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Antenna Installation Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

eRET Tilt Indicator

Setting Manual Electrical Tilt on an iRET Antenna1. Pull out and hold the Electrical Tilt Indicator.2. Turn the Manual Adjustment knob left or right until you have reached the desired setting.3. Slowly release the Electrical Tilt Indicator.

CAUTION:

CAUTION: The Electrical Tilt Indicator is spring loaded. To avoid damaging the spring, do not allow the indicator to snap back into the antenna housing.

eRET Tilt Indicator

-reading a value of 8 (+/- 1°)

Manual Adjustment Knobs

Electrical TiltIndicators

Triple Band Dual Band Single Band

iRET Tilt Indicator - reading a value of 4° (+/- 1°)

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RET Unit InstallationThe following sections describe the steps for installing the eRET and the iRET units.

eRET

Small Housing

Follow the steps listed below to install an eRET contained in a small housing (single band).

1. Use a pozidrive screwdriver to loosen the locking screw of the locking device.2. Pull the tab of the locking device to release the positioning rod.3. Unscrew the two torx screws that hold the locking device in place.4. Slide the locking device off the positioning rod.

5. Pull the positioning rod slowly, until it stops, then apply the grease (supplied) to all four sides of the rod.

6. Attach the adapter plate to the bottom of the antenna using the supplied torx screws.

WARNING: RF radiation can cause serious harm. If you mount the eRET unit on an antenna that is already in place, make sure that all RF signals to the antenna are turned off.

CAUTION: Over-tightening screws may damage the threads. Tighten screws firmly, by hand.

1

34

2

3 ALD

008-2

ALD

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Use as many screws as possible to fasten the plate (3 or 5 depending on the number of holes).

7. Remove the plastic cover from the back of the eRET unit. If the cover is difficult to remove, carefully insert a screwdriver in the slot at the bottom of the eRET unit to ease removal.

8. Make sure the positioning rack is oriented according to the figure below. The notches should be on the left side when seen from the front of the antenna.The vertical position of the rod is not important at this point.

9. Insert the four steering pins on top of the eRET unit into the grooves on the adapter plate.10. Slide the eRET unit diagonally towards the back of the antenna until the steering pins reach the

dedicated holes.

CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when inserting the screwdriver. This can damage the plastic cover.

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AL

D0

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11. Make sure the stepping motor wheel hooks onto the notches on the positioning rod.

12. Hook the mounting clamp onto the flange of the adapter plate and fasten the eRET unit by pulling the clasp fully downwards. Make sure the catch locks the clasp in place when you reach the down position.

13.

14. Attach the plastic cover to the back of the eRET unit.

NOTE The force required to turn the stepping motor wheel is very high. Therefore, the positioning rod must be fully extended before you mount the eRET unit so it can be pushed back in again by the stepping motor wheel.

ALD

050-3

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10

11

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AL

D0

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15. Ground the eRET unit by connecting a grounding cable to the ground screw.

16. Write down the eRET unit serial number, the antenna model number, the antenna serial number, and the sector in which the antenna will be operating.

NOTE You must write down this information. Otherwise you will not be able to configure the system properly, and will have to climb up the mast again to obtain this information before configuring the system.

ALD

086-

2

SW 10/SW 13

RET Serial No

Sector

Antenna Model

Antenna Serial No

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Large Housing1. Use the Pozidrive screwdriver to loosen the locking screw of the locking devices.2. Pull the tab of the locking devices to release the positioning rods.3. Unscrew the two M4 torx screws that hold the locking devices in place.4. Slide the locking devices off the positioning rods.

5. Pull out the positioning rods so that they are fully extended, and apply grease – delivered in a plastic tube together with the eRET unit – to all sides of the positioning rods.

6. Remove the plastic cover from the back of the eRET unit.

7. Slide the eRET onto the positioning rods (A) making sure that the stepping motor wheels hook onto the notches on the positioning rods (B). Secure the eRET unit onto the antenna using the three M6 screws (C). The tightening torque must be 5–7 Nm (3.7–5.2 ft lb)

ALD

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.

8. Attach the plastic cover to the back of the eRET unit.

9. Pull to tighten the cable ties and cut away the loose ends.

NOTE The force required to turn the stepping motor wheels is very high. Therefore, the positioning rods must be fully extended before you mount the RET unit so that they can be pushed back in again by the stepping motor wheels.

AL

D0

74

-4

A

C

B

SW 10

ALD

075-

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10. Write down the RET unit serial number, the antenna model number, the antenna serial number, and the sector in which the antenna will be operating for future system configuration purposes

Below are photos of eRETs installed on various antennas.

NOTE You must write down this information. Otherwise you will not be able to configure the system properly, and will have to climb up the mast again to obtain this information before configuring the system.Grounding is not required on the large housing. Previous version had a grounding lug available for a grounding strap. Newer versions have the grounding lug removed.

ALD

076-

3Antenna Model

Sector

Antenna Serial No

RET Serial No

Large housing Small housing

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iRET1. Insert the iRET into the slot on the antenna base. Verify that the iRET is aligned correctly in the

slot.

2. Attach the iRET to the antenna base with two M4 screws.

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MCU InstallationMount the MCU in the 19-inch rack using screws as illustrated in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6 Mounting the MCU in a 19" rack

WARNING: You must make sure the mounting rack is connected to ground and verify the MCU is grounded via the rack’s connection to ground.

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TMA Installation Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

TMA InstallationIf you are installing a system with a TMA, refer to the TMA Installation and Service Manual 044-05214, for instructions on how to mount the TMA.

Write down the TMA serial number and the Sector in which the connected antenna will be operating for future system configuration purposes.

CILOC and RET System Cable InstallationThe following sections describe the procedures for installing CILOC and RET cables.

Separate RET System Cable Installation1. Verify that the RF jumper cable from the BTS is connected to the antenna


NOTE If you are mounting an TMA with AISG functionality, make sure that a RET system cable of suitable length is available to connect the AISG port of the TMA to the next ALD. Add an extra margin for a cable relief at both AISG connectors.

NOTE The tightening torque must be from 25 to 30 Nm (18 to 22 ft lbs) for all 7/16 connectors. The tightening torque for AISG connectors must be 0.5 to 1.0 Nm (0.4 to 0.7 ft lbs).

TMA

ALD

060-

3

Sector

TMA Serial No

ANTENNA

ALD

051-

2

BTS / Node B

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2. Use a RET System cable to connect one of the RET ports of the MCU to the RET unit.

3. If you have several RET units, or other ALDs that you want to connect, daisy-chain these modules using RET System cables.

4. Secure all RET System cables to the structure, leaving excess cable for strain relief.

NOTE Verify that sufficient cable is available for strain relief at each AISG connector.

ALD

052-

2

MCUMODULE

ANTENNA

ALD

053-

2

ALD

047-

3

Fastenall cables!

ALD

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3

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CILOC and RET System Cable Installation Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Basic RF Feeder Cable Installation1. Mount the BTS CILOC in one of the following ways:

❑ Mount the BTS CILOC directly onto the RF connectors on top of the cabinet.

❑ If there is not enough room on top of the cabinet, use an RF jumper cable to connect the BTS RF port of the CILOC to the base station

2. Connect the RF feeder/RF jumper cable to the ANT RF port of the BTS CILOC.

NOTE The CILOC contains sufficient lightning protection for the base station. Additional lightning protection devices that generate DC short circuits are not allowed in the RF feeder path towards the antenna after the BTS CILOC.

BTSCILOC

CABINET

ALD

031-

7

a)

b)

BTSCILOC

CABINET

Alt

BTS RF

BTSCILOC

ANTENNA

ALD

038-

7

Do not mount lightning �protection above the�BTS CILOC!

BTSCILOC

ALD

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8

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3. Mount the Antenna CILOC directly on the RF port of the antenna.

4. Connect the RF jumper cable from the RF feeder/base station to the Antenna CILOC.

5. Connect the RET unit to the Antenna CILOC using a RET System cable.

6. If you have several RET units, or other ALDs that you want to connect, daisy-chain these

NOTE The CILOC should be mounted on the antenna port to the right when seen from the front, as illustrated above.

ANTENNA

ALD

032-

7

CILOCANTENNA

ALD

018-

13

ANTENNA

ANTENNACILOC

RETMODULE

ALD

020-

11

ANTENNA

ANTENNACILOC

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modules by using RET System cables.

7. Connect the RET port of the BTS CILOC to one of the AISG ports of the MCU by using a RET System cable.

8. Secure all RET System cables to the structure.9. Secure all RET System cables to the structure leaving excess cable for strain relief


ALD

057-

2

ALD

021-

9

BTSCILOC

MCUMODULE

ALD

047-

3

Fastenall cables!

ALD

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1. For AISG TMA Installation, mount the BTS CILOC in one of the following ways:

❑ Mount the BTS CILOC directly on the RF connectors on top of the cabinet.

❑ If there is not enough room on top of the cabinet, use an RF jumper cable to connect the BTS RF port of the CILOC to the base station

For Non-AISG (Standard) TMA Installation, mount the CIN in one of the following ways:

❑ Mount the BTS CIN directly on the RF connector on top of the cabinet.

❑ If there is not enough room on top of the cabinet, use an RF jumper cable to connect the BTS RF port of the CIN to the base station

NOTE The CILOC, CIN and I-CILOC contain sufficient lightning protection for the base station. Additional lightning protection devices that generate DC short circuits are not allowed in the RF feeder path towards the antenna after the BTS CILOC or CIN.

BTSCILOC

CABINET

ALD

031-

7

a)

b)

BTSCILOC

CABINET

Alt

BTS RF

BTSCILOC

ANTENNA

ALD

038-

7

Do not mount lightning �protection above the�BTS CILOC!

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2. Connect the RF feeder/RF jumper cable to the ANT RF port of the BTS CILOC or CIN.

3. For AISG TMA installations, connect the RF feeder cables to the TMA.

For Non-AISG (Standard) TMA installations, connect the RF feeder from the CIN to the I-CILOC BTS port and connect the I-CILOC TMA port to the TMA.

4. Connect the RF ports of the TMA to the antenna ports using jumper cables.

5. For AISG TMA installations, connect the RET unit to the TMA using a RET System cable.

NOTE On AISG TMA installations, the feeder from the BTS CILOC must be connected to the BTS 0 port on the TMA.

BTSCILOC

ALD

017-

8

TMA

BTS

CILOC AL

D0

22

-12

BTS 0

ANTENNA

TMA

ALD

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For Non-AISG (Standard) TMA installations, connect the RET unit to the I-CILOC RET port using a RET system cable and connect the TMA DC port to the TMA.

6. Write down the following information for future system configuration purposes

❑ TMA serial number

❑ I-CILOC serial number (if used)

❑ Sector in which the connected antenna will be operating

7. If you have other ALDs that you want to connect, daisy-chain these modules by using RET system cables.

8. Connect the RET port of the BTS CILOC or CIN to one of the RET ports of the MCU by using a


RETMODULE

AN

TE

NN

A

TMA

AL

D0

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-6

TMA

ALD

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Sector

TMA Serial No

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RET system cable.

9. Secure all RET system cables to the structure leaving sufficient cable for strain relief.


BTSCILOC

MCUMODULE

ALD

025-

10

ALD

047-

3

Fastenall cables!

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Lightning Protection Module InstallationFollow the steps below to install the lightning protection module.

Mount the splitter or lightning protection module on a pole using the hose clamp delivered with the unit or on a wall using screws (not supplied) as illustrated in Figure 3-7. The maximum screw size is M6.

Figure 3-7 Lightning Protection Module Installation

The module is grounded by connecting a grounding cable to the M8 ground screw located on the right side as illustrated in Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8 Grounding Cable Connection

NOTE The lightning protection should be mounted outside the base station, as close to the wall entrance as possible.

ALD

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ALD

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ALD

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Alarm (IN) and Control (OUT) Connections Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Alarm (IN) and Control (OUT) ConnectionsThe alarm and control ports are available through the connector panel located on the front of the MCU. The connector panel can be pulled from the MCU chassis for access to the screws on the top and bottom; Stripped cables can then be connected to the ports using these screws.

Alarm (IN) PortsThe local alarm sensing ports can be used for surveillance of external functions/equipment. The alarm ports are normally open. As long as an input port is in open circuit, no alarm will be triggered. The alarm associated with an input port will be triggered when the port is short-circuited by external circuitry. The characteristics of the ports are:

❑ Output voltage at open: 5 ± 1 V

❑ Output current at closed: 20 ± 5 mA

Figure 3-9 Alarm Sensing Port (IN)

Alarm Port Connections

1. Strip the cable you want to connect to the port.2. If necessary, pull out the connector panel for better access to the connector screws.3. Insert the stripped cable in the connector and tighten the M2 screw on the top or bottom of the

connector.4. When you have connected all cables, if necessary, push the connector panel back in place

ALD

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1 4

5 8

ALD

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ALD

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Control (OUT) Port ConnectionsThe single pole, double throw (SPDT) relays can be used for control of external functions/equipment. Each relay can switch one common line between two contacts – one that is normally closed (NC) and one that is normally open (NO). The relays can be activated by an MCU alarm or a combination of MCU alarms that you specify. The maximum operational limits of the relay ports are:

❑ Max. input voltage: 30 V DC

❑ Max. input current: 0.5 A

Figure 3-10 Relay Ports (OUT)

Relay Port Connections

1. Strip the cable you want to connect to the port2. If necessary, pull out the connector panel for better access to the connector screws3. Insert the stripped cable in the connector and tighten the M2 screw on the top/bottom of the

connector4. When you have connected all cables, in necessary, push the connector panel back in place.

CAUTION: Make sure the cable is locked firmly in place, but do not over tighten the screws.

NOTE The control ports are in alarm mode – NC contact open and NO contact closed – as long as the MCU is without power. If there are no active MCU alarms, the control ports will be deactivated as soon as the MCU is switched on and power is restored.

ALD

056-

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Relay 1 Relay 2

NormallyClosed

Common NormallyOpen

CommonNormallyClosed

NormallyOpen

AL

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NormallyClosed

Common NormallyOpen

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Preparing the Power CableDepending on the product version, the MCU will either be designed for AC or DC power. MCUs that require a DC power supply are equipped with a MATE-N-LOK connector (male) on the front panel (1).

You must mount a connector that fits your DC power source at the other end of the power cable, by connecting the black lead to the positive terminal on your power source. The required voltage level, +24 V or -48 V is indicated on the front panel of the unit.

Pin 1 (to the left on the MCU when seen from the front) is connected to positive voltage, and pin 2 (to the right) is connected to negative voltage. The MCU is equipped with a protection circuit that prevents it from starting if the polarity of the power supply voltage is reversed. MCUs requiring an AC power supply have a power inlet (male) at the back (2).

Figure 3-11 MCU Alternative Power Inputs

CAUTION: Make sure the cable is locked firmly in place, but do not over tighten the screws.

NOTE Do not connect the power cable until you are ready to start up the system.

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Chapter 4Configuration

IntroductionThis chapter contains configuration instructions for the RET System.

Initial Start-up Procedure.Follow the steps below to start the MCU and connected ALDs.

1. Power-up the MCU by connecting the power cable. 2. Verify Power and ALD Port LED indications.3. Wait until the MCU has finished booting and the Power LED has stopped flashing before

establishing a local management connection.

Establishing a Local Management ConnectionThe MCU can be managed both locally and remotely, but when accessing the MCU for the first time you must connect locally. A web browser, an SNMP manager, a Telnet client or a text terminal may be used to configure the system.

Verify that your PC is using dynamic IP addressing. This is the default case for most computers, but if you are unsure you can configure your PC by following the steps listed below.

Windows 2000 Configuration for Dynamic IP Addresses1. In Windows, open the folder containing your network connections by selecting Start Programs

Accessories Communications Network and Dial-up/Internet Connections.

2. Right-click Local Area Connection, and select Properties.

3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

4. Write down all settings on this screen, so that you can change the settings back when you have completed the procedure.

5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically.

6. Click OK twice.

7. Close the Network and Dial-up/Internet connections folder.

Windows XP Configuration for Dynamic IP Addresses1. In Windows, open the folder containing your network connections by selecting Start All

Programs Accessories Communications Network Connections.

2. Right-click Local Area Connection, and select Properties.

3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

4. Write down all settings on this screen, so that you can change the settings back when you have completed the procedure.

5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically.

NOTE The first time you switch on the MCU it may take several minutes for the MCU to scan the AISG bus for connected devices and retrieve device information. Before the MCU has finished retrieving device information the data in your management application may not correspond to the actual system configuration.

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6. Click OK twice.

7. Close the Network Connections folder.

Connecting the PC1. Use a shielded crossover Ethernet cable (STP Cat. 5 or higher) to connect the Ethernet port of

your PC to the Local LAN port of the MCU. (MDI–MDI connection)

2. Normally, your PC will receive a valid IP address automatically when you connect it to the MCU. However, if you are unable to communicate with the MCU, you might have to restart your PC after you have connected it to the MCU. If you don’t want to restart your PC, you can do the following instead:

a. Open the command prompt by selecting Start Programs Accessories Command Prompt, or by selecting Start Run, typing cmd in the Open box, and clicking OK.

b. In the command prompt, type ipconfig/renew to receive a valid IP address from the MCU.

When your PC has connected to the MCU, you can start your management application to configure the system.

Accessing the Webpages of the MCUThis section is only applicable if you are going to use a web browser for configuration and/or management of the RET System. Before you can access the web pages of an MCU you must establish a local management connection via the Local LAN port or the RS-232 port or a remote management connection. The web pages are best viewed using a minimum screen resolution of 800 600 pixels.

Access ControlThere are four different access levels for the MCU, as listed in Table 3-4. A higher level always has access to everything that is accessible at lower levels. The user name and password are case sensitive.

Table 4-1 Default Access Levels

Access levelUser name

Default password

Description

Surveillance Level1 public Read access only.

ALD Configuration Level2 limited Write access to parameters for ALD configuration.

Network Configuration Level3 private Write access to configuration parameters for the management network.

Software version verification

Level4 admin22 Unlimited read/write access. Allows user to validate updated software revision for the MCU.

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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Accessing the Webpages of the MCU

MCU LoginTo access the MCU, start a web browser on your PC and enter the IP address of the Local LAN port of the MCU (Always 192.168.47.10) in the URL address field and press Return. The login dialog box illustrated below will appear.

Figure 4-1 MCU Login Window

Depending on what you want to do, enter the corresponding user name and password from Table 3-2 and click OK. The main web page of the MCU and a pop-up asking you to enter your user name appears.

Figure 4-2 User Name Pop-up Window

The user name you enter will be added to the beginning of any event texts that are recorded in the event log when you configure the MCU. Enter your user name and click Set. The maximum string length is 30 characters. If the Set button is still greyed out (not activated) after you have entered your user name, click

NOTE Your web browser must be set up to allow pop-ups. If the pop-up does not appear, click the information bar that appears at the top of the browser window to change your settings and allow pop-ups from this site.

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somewhere in the dialog box – outside of the value field – to activate it. The MCU main web page will then be displayed.

Figure 4-3 MCU Main Web Page

To logout, click log out, leave the user name and paswrod fields blank, and click OK.

In order to always display an updated view of the status of the RET System, some of the web pages can be automatically refreshed. To make your web browser automatically refresh the Main Page, make sure Refresh this page automatically is checked.

Configuring Management Connections

Workflow1. Establish a local management connection to the MCU.

2. Access the web pages of the MCU.

3. Set up the IP addresses on the Local LAN/Site LAN port.

4. Configure allocation of IP addresses to computers connected to the Local LAN port.

5. Set up the network routing path for accessing other networks.

6. Restart the MCU to make the IP configuration take effect.

7. Connect the MCU to the site LAN.

8. Set up the SNMP traps.

NOTE You must make sure that Refresh this page automatically is checked on each individual web page you want your web browser to refresh.

NOTE Before attempting to establish a remote management connection, you should plan your work carefully and decide which connections to make, which IP addresses to configure, and which routing scheme to use.

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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Configuring Management Connections

Setting up IP Addresses on the MCU Ports

Static IP Addresses1. To setup a static IP address, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of

IP addresses will be displayed.

2. If you are setting up an IP address on the Site LAN port, make sure that Use DHCP is not checked for this port.

3. In the table IP Address Configuration, enter an IP address and a subnet mask for the Local LAN and/or Site LAN port.

4. Click Set.

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Dynamic IP Address on the Site LAN Port of the MCU

To setup a dynamic IP address, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses will be displayed.

To make the MCU obtain a dynamic IP address from the DHCP server on the site LAN, check Use DHCP for the Site LAN port and click Set.

NOTE The values on IP address, subnet mask and default gateway further down on the web page are now greyed out and will be overridden by values obtained from the DHCP server on the site LAN.

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Configuring the DHCP server in the MCU

1. To enable the allocation of IP addresses to computers connected to the Local Lan port, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses is displayed.

2. To make the MCU allocate dynamic IP addresses to the Ethernet port of PCs connected to the Local LAN port, check Use DHCP for the Local LAN port. The MCU will now automatically allocate an IP address whenever a PC is connected to the Local LAN port.

3. Click Set.

NOTE In order to receive an IP address from the DHCP server in the MCU, computers connected to the Local LAN port must be configured for dynamic IP addressing.

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Setting Up IP Routing

To setup a default gateway, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses is displayed.

In the Default Gateway Configuration table, enter the IP address of the default gateway in the Value field.

Click Set.

NOTE If you have configured the MCU to use DHCP on the Site LAN port, the default gateway is obtained from the DHCP server and can not be configured manually.

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Restarting the MCUThe MCU must be restarted to make the IP configuration take effect. To restart the MCU, scroll down to the bottom of the page Network IP Addresses and click Restart MCU to make the MCU perform a soft restart.

Connecting the MCU to the Site LANMake sure your PC is connected to the site LAN, or to another MCU connected to the LAN network, and that it is set up to work properly in its environment.

Connect the MCU to the site LAN by connecting a shielded straight-through Ethernet cable (STP Cat. 5 or higher) to the Site LAN port. (MDI–MDIX connection)

If possible, verify that the MCU can communicate with the remote management terminal or other hosts connected to the site LAN.

Setting up SNMP TrapsThe MCU is capable of sending SNMP v1, v2 or v3 traps to notify an SNMP manager about certain events. It can generate traps to as many as eight (8) SNMP managers simultaneously. To configure SNMP traps, select Network SNMP Traps. The web page for configuration of SNMP traps is displayed. If your network contains the Powerwave NWM software, enter the NWM server IP address in the Destination field, the community (password) Community field, select Yes from the Enabled list, and select SNMP v3 from the Trap Version list, then click Set, to add the new traps.

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Configure the following parameters for each SNMP manager the MCU should send traps to:

Configuring and Calibrating the SystemBefore you can configure your system:

❑ Verify that you have notes from the mechanical installation of the ALDs at hand. The notes should contain the information needed to identify different ALDs in the system, as well as information about the antenna the ALDs are connected to. If you are unsure of what information you need, it is recommended that you read the instructions in this chapter and acquire the necessary information before attempting to configure the system.

❑ Verify that you have files containing correct antenna configuration data for your RET units. Antenna configuration files for different Powerwave antennas are available from Technical Support at Powerwave, or at http://www.powerwave.com/antenna-tilt-configuration.asp.

WorkflowWhen you have installed new units, you must perform the relevant actions listed below. Depending on which type of units you have installed, some actions may not be applicable.

1. Establish a local or remote management connection.

2. Start your web browser and log on to the MCU.

3. Enter information about a new MCU.

4. Configure the device scan procedure for a new MCU.

5. Upload antenna configuration data to new RET units.

6. Enter information about new ALDs to make it possible to distinguish them from each other.

7. Calibrate new eRET units.

Destination Enter the IP address or host name of the SNMP manager.

Community Enter the community that should be used for the SNMP traps.

Confirm community Enter the community once more, to ensure a correct configuration.

Enabled If you want the MCU to send SNMP traps to this destination, select Yes.

Trap version Select the SNMP version the traps should be sent in.

NOTE You must always recalibrate the eRET unit after mounting an eRET unit back on an antenna and/or if you upload a configuration file.

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Entering MCU Identification DataSelect the web page General Identification. The Identification page for the MCU will be displayed. Enter information in the available fields:

Click Set.

Configuring Device ScanIf the device scan process is too slow due to many non-responsive ALDs in your system, you can minimize the time the MCU spends on waiting for non-responsive ALDs by applying strict AISG compliance for response timing of ALDs.

If you have problems detecting ALDs from other manufacturers in your system, you can set the device scan speed to “Slow”. This will force the MCU to try several different device scan procedures. (The reason for the existence of different device scan procedures is that the definition of this procedure in the AISG specification is ambiguous and can be interpreted in different ways by different ALD manufacturers.)

MCU Id The name you want to use to identify the MCU. Max. string length: 30 characters.

Location The location of the MCU. Max. string length: 30 characters.

Contact Contact information for the person responsible for the MCU, such as an e-mail address.Max. string length: 30 characters.

User Name Your user name, if different from the one that was entered in the pop-up query at login. Max. string length: 30 characters.

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Select the web page Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs is displayed. Under Device scan, set the following parameters:

then click Start Device Scan to cause the MCU to scan for the devices.

AISG Version

Select the appropriate AISG version that you wish to scan for.

• Select AISGV1.1 to scan for only AISGV1.1 compliant devices.

• Select AISGV2.0 to scan for only AISGV2 compliant devices.

• Select AISGV1.1+AISGV2.0 to scan for both types of devices.

Strict AISG Response

Compliance

Select if AISG-compliant response timing should be applied.

• Yes (Faster): The ALDs must start transmitting their response within 10 ms, and the entire HDLC frame must be received within 104 ms. The MCU will always wait up to 140 ms for reception of an HDLC frame. The MCU will check if at least one octet has been received after 10 ms. If not, the MCU assumes that the ALD will not respond.

• No (Slower): The MCU will not require the ALDs to start transmitting their response within the required time. (If you experience communication problems, this setting might solve the problem.)

Device Scan

Speed

Select the device scan speed.

• Fast: The device scan will be performed using a procedure that will detect all Powerwave AISG equipment (and most equipment from other manufacturers).

• Slow: The MCU will try all possible device scan procedures. (This option should only be used if the previous option fails to produce a valid list of ALDs.)

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Switching between AISGV1.1 and AISGV2.0in order to speed up scans and parameter updates, it may be necessary to have all of your ALDs set to AISGV1.1 or to AISGV2.0. The Powerwave MCU includes a feature that allows you to switch all connected AISG devices (which can switch) between the two versions.To switch all ALD devices to a specific AISG version, follow the steps below.

Select the Devices ALD List page and verify that there are units to be switched.

Select ALD SW Download from the menu ont he left

On the ALD SW Download screen shown in Figure 4-4, choose the approprate value in the Reset to AISG version list (AISGV1.1 or AISGV2.0) and click Reset, then click OK to continue.

Figure 4-4 ALD SW Download Screen

A dialog box is displayed to notify you that all ALDs will be removed in order to complete the process. Click OK to continue.

All devices will then be reset to the chosen AISG Version. In order to redisplay the ALDs, follow the instructions listed in Configuring Device Scan above.

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Uploading Antenna Configuration Files to RET UnitsSelect the web page Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs is displayed.

Make sure that the RET unit is present in the list. If it is not, start a device scan as described in the previous procedure. When the RET unit displays, click the RET link in the Type column for the unit you want to configure. The RET Configuration page for the RET unit is displayed.

Scroll down to the table containing the field Antenna Configuration File and select the Browse or the URL radio button.

If you select the Browse Radio button, select the Antenna Configuration File you want to use from the list, then click Send.

If you select the URL button, enter the FTP or HTTP address for the antenna configuration file (you can enter an address for any location reachable from your computer), then click Send.

Repeat steps above for each RET unit you want to configure.

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Entering RET Installation and Configuration DataIt is recommended that you enter unique information about all RETs to make it possible to distinguish them from each other. To enter information about an RET, do the following:

Select the web page Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs is displayed.

Make sure that the RET unit is present in the list. If it is not, start a device scan as described in the previous section. Click the link in the Sector column for the unit you want to configure. The ALD Installation page is displayed.

Enter the following installation data and click Set:

Installation Date The date the ALD was installed. Max. string length: 6 characters

Installer The name or ID of the person(s) who installed the ALD and performed the initial configuration and calibration. Max string length: 5 characters

Base Station The ID of the base station. Max string length: 12 characters

Sector The sector in which the antenna that the ALD is connected to will be operating. Max string length: 4 characters

Antenna Bearing The bearing of the antenna in degrees.

Mechanical Tilt The mechanical tilt of the antenna in degrees.

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If you are installing a RET unit, click the link RET Configuration. The RET Configuration page will be displayed.

Most of the data below is automatically entered when you upload the antenna configuration file. Enter the remaining configuration data, if necessary, and click Set:

Antenna Model The antenna model

Antenna Serial No. The serial number of the antenna. Max. string length: 17 characters

Frequency Bands A comma separated list containing the frequency bands in MHz in which the antenna is operating, for example: 900,1500,2100. Possible frequency bands: 800, 900, 1500, 1800, 1900, and 2100 MHz.

Beam Width, first band The beam width in degrees for frequency band 1 (lowest).

Beam Width, second band The beam width in degrees for the frequency band 2.

Beam Width, third band The beam width in degrees for the frequency band 3.

Gain, first band The gain in dB for frequency band 1 (lowest).

Gain, second band The gain in dB for frequency band 2 (middle).

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If you are installing a TMA, click the link TMA Configuration. The TMA Configuration page will be displayed.

If needed, select the appropriate TMA mode by clicking the button Change to Normal/Bypass mode.

Gain, third band The gain in dB for frequency band 3 (highest).

Max. Tilt The maximum tilt for the antenna.

Min. Tilt The minimum tilt for the antenna.

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Scroll down, enter the following data and click Set:

Check the Status field at the bottom of the table to see if the ALD is OK. If it isn’t, try clicking the refresh link in the left menu bar – not the refresh button in the toolbar of your web browser – or wait around 10 seconds for the web page to be updated automatically.

Repeat the steps above for all new ALDs.

Model The model number of the TMA. Max. string length: 15 characters

Serial No. The serial number of the TMA. Max. string length: 17 characters

Type The type of TMA: “Bypass” or “VSWR”.

Receive Band The frequency band in MHz in which the TMA is receiving, for example: 1210.0-1340.0

Transmit Band The frequency band in MHz in which the TMA is transmitting, for example: 1210.0-1340.0

Max. Gain (dB) The maximum possible gain in dB.

Min. Gain (dB) The minimum possible gain in dB.

Gain Resolution (dB) The gain resolution in dB.

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Calibrating eRET and iRET UnitsCalibrating a eRET unit allows the MCU to verify the top and bottom of the tilt range for the attached motors. When the calibration of a eRET is complete, the motor will be reset to its original position, so resetting the tilt is not necessary. To calibrate a eRET or iRET unit, follow the steps listed below.

Select the web page Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs will be displayed.

Make sure that the RET unit is present in the list. If it is not, do the following:

1. Click Start device scan.2. When the system asks if you want to start a device scan, click OK. The message Device scan

in progress is displayed in red.3. The device scan may take up to 1 minute. The web page is automatically updated every 10

seconds. When the device scan is finished, the text Last device scan finished successfully is displayed. If no ALD is connected to the MCU, and no ALD previously has been detected by the MCU, the text Last device scan failed is displayed.

Click the tilt value link in the Tilt/Gain column for the RET unit you want to calibrate. The RET Tilt page for the RET unit will be displayed.

NOTE You must always re-calibrate the eRET unit after mounting an eRET unit back on an antenna and/or if you upload a configuration file.

NOTE iRET Antenna units are pre-calibrated in the factory. There is no need to calibrate the iRET units in a newly installed iRET antenna. If an iRET is replaced, be sure to upload the correct configuration file.

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Click Calibrate or Calibrate All ALDs. The Calibration Status is set to Calibrating.

Wait about 1–2 minutes for the RET unit to finish calibrating. The web page is automatically updated every 5 seconds. When the calibration has finished successfully, the Calibration Status will change to Calibrated.

Device ManagementBefore you can start managing the RET System you must do the following:

1. Establish a local management connection to the MCU.

2. Access the MCU web pages.

Scanning for New ALDsWhen a new ALD has been connected you have to perform a device scan so that the MCU detects it. The new ALD will then appear on the web pages.

Select Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs will be displayed. Click Start device scan.

NOTE If the MCU fails to detect the new ALD, or if the device scan is very slow, refer to the section Configuring Device Scan for information on how to modify the device scan procedure.

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When the system asks if you want to start a device scan, click OK. The message Device scan in progress is displayed in red.

The device scan may take up to 1 minute. The web page is automatically updated every 10 seconds. When the device scan is finished, the text Last device scan finished successfully is displayed. (If no ALD is connected to the MCU, and no ALD previously has been detected by the MCU, the text Last device scan failed is displayed.)

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Setting the Electrical Tilt of a eRET or iRET Unit with MCU Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Setting the Electrical Tilt of a eRET or iRET Unit with MCUThe MCU provides an option for scheduling one or more tilt set tasks on RET/3GPP devices on the ALD list page. The MCU automatically places a completion notice in the event log when the tilt set task is complete. In the MCU, scheduled task details are maintained in Flash memory to avoid data loss during a MCU reboot operation. Each scheduled task is considered an individual record containing the following details:

❑ ALD Address

❑ Tilt values needs to be set

❑ Scheduled Date and time for setting tilt

❑ Status of the task.

❑ Subunit information for 3GPP device

To schedule a MCU tilt set task, follow the steps below.

1. Select Devices ALD List, then select Schedule Tilt from the Commands list..

The Schedule Tilt window displays.

2. Enter the tilt value in degrees.(For information on how the electrical tilt value is defined, refer to the AISG specification (Ref. [1])

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3. Click Set, then click the Calendar icon.The Calendar window displays.

4. Enter the time using 24 hour notation, then click the date on which the task should be run. Months can be selected from the month list, and years may be selected by clicking on the left or right arrows surrounding the year. Then click Set to store the schedule. Click Close to close the windows.

NOTE: All information must be entered into this window. Blank hour, minute, or second fields will be rejected.

The Scheduler runs as a separate thread in the MCU to schedule the tilt operation. Periodically, the thread retrieves data from the flash memory and checks the date of the retrieved task with the current Date/Time. When the scheduled time matches with the current time, the scheduler initiates the set tilt operation. The status of the scheduled task is available as a part of the MCU event logs, as shown below.

The web page is automatically updated every 5 seconds. When the correct value is displayed in the Current Tilt field, the tilt has been set successfully.

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MCU/Antenna Tilt Settings and XML File Generation Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

MCU/Antenna Tilt Settings and XML File GenerationThis feature enables the MCU to generate an XML file for each tilt change. The MCU will generate and upload the XML file to a designated FTP site. This XML file can be used as a base file for generating analysis reports.

The XML files contain the following information:

❑ (Sitename)_(antenna position)_(band)_(date)_(Time).xml

❑ Date Format: DDMMMYYYY

❑ Time Format: HHMMSS (Time in 24 hour Format)

All the above values are retrieved from the MIB to generate the XML file name. See below for an example of the XML file format.

The above parameters are available as part of the MCU-MIB, AISG-MIB, RET-MIB and 3GPP-MIB. These details are used to generate the analysis report. Since there is not enough memory to store the XML file, the MCU must be set up to store the file in an FTP site. See the following section for details.

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" ?> <Logs> <AntennaModel>7785.00blue</AntennaModel> <AntennaSerialNumber>33</AntennaSerialNumber> <AntennaBand>1800,1900,2100</AntennaBand> <AntennaBeamWidth1>65</AntennaBeamWidth1> <AntennaBeamWidth2>65</AntennaBeamWidth2> <AntennaBeamWidth3>65</AntennaBeamWidth3> <AntennaBeamWidth4>0</AntennaBeamWidth4> <AntennaGain1>175</AntennaGain1> <AntennaGain2>175</AntennaGain2> <AntennaGain3>175</AntennaGain3> <AntennaGain4>0</AntennaGain4> <AntennaBearing>0</AntennaBearing> <CurrentTiltValue>2.0</CurrentTiltValue> <MaxTilt>8.0</MaxTilt> <MinTilt>0.0</MinTilt> <MechanicalTilt>0.0</MechanicalTilt> <InstallationDate>5</InstallationDate> <InstallersId>x</InstallersId> <BaseStationId>Three</BaseStationId> <SectorId>G123</SectorId> <UniqueId>PW2A0123456782</UniqueId> <Vendor>PW</Vendor> <aldProductNumber>8000.10P1A1</aldProductNumber> <aldSerialNumber>2A0123456782</aldSerialNumber> <HardwareVersion>1100096323R1A(03)</HardwareVersion> <SoftwareVersion>7000.10P4F3(2.12.64)</SoftwareVersion> </Logs>

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Generate and Upload the XML FIleFollow these steps to configure the FTP site details and upload the XML file from the MCU.

1. Go to Report RET Report Configuration.

2. Enter the following information:

Each time the tilt value changes in the RET or 3GPP device, the MCU uploads this data into flash memory to avoid data loss in case of an MCU reboot. File upload status (both success and failure) is available in the MCU event logs page (see below). The Event log provides the failure logs, in case of wrong FTP settings. The user must manually check the event log and correct the FTP settings. By default, the MCU contains the details in the FTP settings and will not generate any XML file.

Table 4-1 FTP Site Details for XML File Upload

Field Description

Host FTP Host on which the file has to be uploaded

Folder Name Folder name at the FTP server side

Username Login Credentials

Password Password

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Setting the Gain of an AISG TMA Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)

Setting the Gain of an AISG TMA1. Select Devices ALD List. A list of the connected ALDs is displayed.

2. Click the TMA link in the Type column for the unit you want to configure. The TMA Configuration page for the unit is displayed.If necessary, select the correct TMA mode by clicking the button Change to Normal/Bypass mode.

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3. In the field Change Gain To, enter the gain value in dB.4. Click Set.

The web page is automatically updated every 5 seconds. When the correct value is displayed in the Current Gain field, the gain has been set successfully.

Downloading and Installing SoftwareNew software for the MCU and the ALDs can be downloaded from a remote server via FTP or HTTP. The server can be located anywhere in the management network or on a local PC.

When you have downloaded new MCU software, you can restart the MCU and swap to the new software to verify it. When you have verified that the new software is functioning correctly, you must validate the new software in order to install it permanently in the MCU. The old software is then erased from the MCU. However, if you don’t want to validate the new software you can revert to the old software.

ALDs can only contain one software version at a time. This means that you cannot revert to the old software once you have downloaded new software to an ALD.

If the image size of the latest downloaded ALD software is smaller than 128 kB, a copy of this software is cached in the MCU. This speeds up the subsequent download of software to ALDs of the same type.

Before you can configure a RET System you must make sure you have access to files containing correct configuration data for the RET modules. Antenna hex files are available at http://www.powerwave.com/retconfigfiles.asp. Contact Powerwave Technical Support if you encounter any issues or have additional questions.

NOTE If the MCU is restarted before you have validated the new software, the old software will automatically be reinstalled.

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FTP Server Setup and MCU Software Updating

Installing the FTP server

If an FTP server is not available on your PC, you must download one. Powerwave recommends a free of use, open source product called FileZilla. It can be found at http://filezilla.sourceforge.net/.

1. Download the open source (free) FTP server FileZilla from http://prdownloads.sourceforge.net/filezilla/FileZilla_Server_0_9_3.exe?download

2. Run the downloaded program to start the installation.3. Click I Agree to the licence agreement.4. Choose Standard as the type of install and click Next.5. Enter, or browse the destination folder or use the recommended one and click Next.6. The next screen lets you decide how the FTP server should be started. The default is having the

server started automatically with windows and run as a service. If you later don’t need the server, it can be stopped by the Windows Administrative Tools found in the Control Panel. The other options should be left as they are. Finally click Install which will start the copy process.

7. When installation says “Completed”, click Close to exit installation program. The installed FTP server will be started automatically.

Configuring the FTP server1. In the pop-up window, click OK to continue.2. Create a folder (using Windows explorer or similar) where the MCU software can be placed. For

example c:\mcu.3. Contact Powerwave Technical Support as described at the end of this chapter and request a

copy of the latest MCU software. Copy both the image (*.img) and the checksum file (*.img.sum) to the c:\mcu folder.

4. Go back to the FTP server window and click edit and choose groups.5. On the “General” page, click Add and enter a description for this group, for example “MCU

software” and then click OK.6. Select the Shared folders page and click on the left most Add button to add a folder.7. Choose the folder c:\mcu and click OK.8. In the directory list, select the folder just added and click on Read in the Files form, and List and

+Subdirs in the Directories form to set permissions of this folder on the FTP server.9. Close the Group configuration screen by clicking on OK.10. Choose the menu item Edit once again, and select Users.11. On the General page, click Add to add a user.12. Enter the user name anonymous.13. In the list User should be member of the following group below, highlight the group MCU

software and then click on OK.14. Close the User configuration screen by clicking on OK.15. The FTP server is now configured and accepting file transfers by the user “anonymous”.

Updating the MCU Software1. Navigate in your web browser to the IP address of the MCU to be updated.2. Log in with “Level4” and the corresponding password.3. Click on General tab, and choose MCU SW Download.4. Select ftp as download service and enter the name or IP address of the computer you’ve installed

the FTP server on. The IP address can be found by starting a Command Prompt on the Windows computer and run the command ipconfig.

5. Enter the file name of the MCU software image (for instance “pw_mcu_software.img”) (same file name as used in Configuring the FTP server, step 3).

6. Enter “anonymous” as user name and leave the password blank. Then click Set.7. When the page has been reloaded, click on Start Download.8. After the download has finished, click on Swap to new SW. The MCU will then reboot with the

new software.

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Downloading and Installing MCU SoftwareSelect General MCU SW Download. The MCU Software Download page is displayed.

Specify the following parameters:

Click Set then click Start Download.

The web page is automatically updated every 10 seconds. When the software has finished downloading the download status value will change to Successful.

Download service Select the method/protocol (ftp or http) you want to use for downloading data.

Server Enter the IP address or DNS name of the remote server you want to download software from. Since your laptop will be configured to be the FTP server, simply run the command “ipconfig” to find your IP address and enter it as the server.

File name Enter the name of the software file you want to download. You must have the latest software somewhere on your laptop and this is where you call out to the name of that file. Example: mcu-7000.00R7A.img.

User name Enter the user name you want to use for logging on to the server.

Password Enter the password for the user name above. If the server requires user name authentication, you must enter a password every time.

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The table at the bottom of the MCU Software Download page contains the following information:

To install new software in the MCU, swap to the new software by clicking Swap to new software. The MCU is now restarted with the new software. The text No further information due to restart will be displayed on the web page.

Current version The software version currently running on the MCU

Downloaded version The new software version that has been downloaded to the MCU, if any.

Software status The current software status of the MCU.

• Running new software: New software that has not yet been approved is running on the MCU. You can still revert to the previous software version.

• Running validated software: The software has been approved. You cannot revert to the previous software version since it is no longer available in the MCU.

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Wait for about 30 seconds for the MCU to restart then select General MCU SW Download again to reload the MCU Software Download page. If the web page is not displayed correctly, the MCU is still rebooting; wait a couple of seconds and try again.

When the MCU Software Download page has been reloaded correctly, check that the software status has been changed to Running new software. If not, the software swap has not been performed.

Verify the new software is functioning correctly by select the web page General MCU SW Download again and do one of the following:

❑ If the new software is functioning correctly, click Validate new SW to permanently install the new software. The previous software version is now automatically erased from the system and the software status is changed to Running validated software.

❑ If the new software is not functioning correctly, click Revert to old SW to restart the MCU and reinstall the previous software version.

NOTE If the MCU is restarted before you have validated the new software, it will automatically swap back to the old software.

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Downloading and Installing ALD SoftwareSelect General ALD SW Download. The ALD Software Download page will be displayed. Click the link in the Current Version column for the ALD you want to download software to. The software download page for the ALD is displayed.

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Specify the following parameters:

Click Set then click Start Download.

The web page is automatically updated every 10 seconds. When the software has finished downloading the download status value will change to Successful.

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click Restart ALD.

Restarting the MCUThere are two types of restart: hard restart and soft restart. A hard restart re-initiates all hardware and software in the MCU and any ALDs connected to the MCU. It can be used for re-initiating MCUs or ALDs that are not responding. A hard restart can interrupt the traffic transmitted by AISG TMAs connected to the MCU. A soft restart restarts the software in the MCU only.

To perform a reset, select General MCU SW Download. The MCU Software Download page is displayed. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click Hard restart or Soft Restart depending on what you want to do.

Download service Select the method/protocol (ftp or http) you want to use for downloading data.

Server Enter the IP address or DNS name of the remote server you want to download software from.

File name Enter the name of the software file you want to download.

User name Enter the user name you want to use for logging on to the server.

Password Enter the password for the user name above. If the server requires user name authentication, you must enter a password every time you download software.

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Network Management

Configuring IP AddressesIP addresses may be either static or dynamic. Static IP addresses are permanent. Dynamic IP addresses are only allocated for the duration of each communication session, or for some other specified amount of time. Once the host disconnects from the network, the dynamic IP address goes back into the IP address pool and can be assigned to another user. In a network with dynamic IP addresses, a DHCP server allocates all IP addresses upon DHCP requests from the hosts.

To setup static IP addresses, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses opens.

If you are setting up an IP address on the Site LAN port, make sure that Use DHCP is not checked for this port.

In the table IP Address Configuration, enter an IP address and a subnet mask for the Local LAN and/or Site LAN port and click Set.

If you want to configure the default gateway, you can do this before you continue to the next step and restart the MCU; refer to the Configuring IP Routing section in this chapter.

Scroll down to the bottom of the web page and click Restart MCU.

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To setup a dynamic IP address on the Site LAN port of the MCU, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses opens.

To make the MCU obtain a dynamic IP address from the DHCP server on the site LAN, check Use DHCP for the Site LAN port and click Set.


NOTE The values on IP address, subnet mask and default gateway further down on the web page (see Configuring IP Routing) are now greyed out and will be overridden by values obtained from the DHCP server on the site LAN.

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Configuring IP RoutingIn a network using static IP addresses, you can configure the default gateway for accessing other networks. A “gateway” is a network point that acts as an entrance to another network. The computers that control traffic within your network are gateway nodes.

To setup a default gateway, select Network IP Addresses. The web page for configuration of IP addresses is displayed.

In the Default Gateway Configuration table, enter the IP address of the default gateway in the Value field and click Set.

If you want to configure static IP addresses ("Static IP Addresses" on page 5) you can do this before you continue to the next step and restart the MCU.


NOTE If you have configured the MCU to use DHCP on the Site LAN port (see "Dynamic IP Address on the Site LAN Port of the MCU" on page 6), the default gateway is obtained from the DHCP server and can not be configured manually.

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Configuring IP ForwardingThe MCU forwards any IP packets received on the Local LAN port that are addressed to other hosts in the management network. This means that computers connected to the Local LAN port of an MCU can communicate with other equipment connected to the site LAN. If IP forwarding is not activated in your version of the software, contact the Powerwave Technical Help desk as described at the end of this chapter, and request an upgrade to the newest software version.

Configuring SNMP SettingsThe MCU supports SNMP v1, v2 and v3. It is capable of sending SNMP traps to notify an SNMP manager about certain events. It can generate traps to up to eight (8) SNMP managers simultaneously.

To configure SNMP traps, select Network SNMP Traps. The web page for configuration of SNMP traps is displayed.

Configure the following parameters for each SNMP manager the MCU should send traps to:

Click Set.

NOTE It is not possible to communicate with equipment on the site LAN via a PPP connection to the RS-232 port.

Destination Enter the IP address or host name of the SNMP manager.

Community Enter the community that should be used for the SNMP traps.

Confirm community Enter the community once more, to ensure a correct configuration.

Enabled If you want the MCU to send SNMP traps to this destination, select Yes.

Trap version Select the SNMP version the traps should be sent in.

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Configuring NTP SettingsTo connect to an NTP server, select Network NTP Settings. The web page for the Network Time Protocol is displayed.

Enter the IP address or host name of the NTP server(s) you want to use in the Value fields and click Set.

Select the geographical location or time zone of the MCU from the left drop-down list. If you selected a geographical location in the previous step, use the next one or two drop-down lists to further specify the geographical location of the MCU.

Click Set.

Contacting Powerwave Technical support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the terms defined in the Powerwave Standard Warranty Policy. To contact Powerwave technical support:

In the US:

Call 1-888-797-9283 and select option 3

or e-mail [email protected].

In EMEA:

Call +46 8 540 822 00

or email [email protected]

In Asia:

email [email protected]

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Chapter 5 Maintenance

IntroductionThis chapter contains periodic maintenance and performance test procedures for the RET System.

Periodic MaintenancePeriodic maintenance requirements are listed in Table 5-1, as well as the intervals at which the tasks should be performed.

TroubleshootingThe sections that follow contain a list of problems that could occur and a few suggested actions that can correct the problem. If the suggested corrective action does not eliminate the problem, please contact your Powerwave field representative or help line for further instruction. The Status menu contains settings for configuration and monitoring of alarms. An alarm is defined as an indication a fault has occurred. To optimize the fault management of the RET System you should go through all alarms and adjust the behavior of the MCU to fit your requirements. A complete list of alarms is shown in Table 5-2.

Table 5-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance

Task Interval Action

Inspection of cables and connectors

12 months Inspect power and RF cables for signs of damage or wear (frayed insulation, cracks, punctures, etc.) Check connections to be sure they are tight.

Optional Perform cable sweeps.

Clean equipment

Clean as required depending on operating environment.

Table 5-2 Alarm List

Code Description Details Default severityDefault

trap

1 Authentication failure An authentication failure has occurred on an MCU interface.

Warning Yes

2–4 MCU overcurrent on port 1–3

ALD port 1, 2 or 3 on the MCU has shut down due to overcurrent.

Major Yes

5 Over temperature Temperature in the MCU is higher than the maximum allowed operating temperature.

Minor Yes

6 Under temperature Temperature in the MCU is lower than the minimum allowed operating temperature.

Minor Yes

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MCU Reset SwitchThe MCU has a hard reset switch located next to the Power LED on the front panel. Pressing this switch will reset all values in the MCU back to factory defaults. Only use this switch as a final option in the event the MCU locks-up.

7–14 External alarm #1–8 An alarm signal has been received on the alarm port.

Indeterminate Yes

15 Power failure The supply voltage to the MCU is outside the specified range.

Major Yes

16 ALD does not respond The MCU has lost contact with an ALD.

RET: MinorTMA: Major

Yes

17 Different ALD detected The ALD has been changed. Warning Yes

18 ALD software download failure

The download of software to an ALD failed.

Minor Yes

19 ALD internal error An internal error has occurred in an ALD.

RET: MinorTMA: Minor/Major

Yes

20 ALD comm error An ALD has produced an invalid response.

Warning Yes

21 ALD TMA alarm Not used. Is reported as ALD internal error. (See 19 ALD internal error)

N/A N/A

22 ALD TMA gain out of range

Not used. Is reported as ALD internal error. (See 19 ALD internal error above.)

N/A N/A

23 ALD RET jam The RET tilt mechanism cannot be operated.

Minor Yes

24 ALD RET temporary jam Not used. N/A N/A

25 ALD RET tilt out of range Not used. Is reported as ALD comm error. (See 20 ALD comm error above.)

N/A N/A

26 ALD RET not calibrated The RET is not calibrated, or the position of the RET has been lost.

Minor Yes

27 ALD RET not scaled No antenna configuration file is present.

Minor Yes

Table 5-2 Alarm List (Continued)

Code Description Details Default severityDefault

trap

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Alarm handlingTable 5-3 lists the different alarm severities of the system. When an alarm condition ceases, the alarm severity changes to “Cleared”.

The Alarm Status LED on the front panel of the MCU will indicate if there are any raised alarms as listed in Table 5-4.

Table 5-3 Alarm Severity Definitions

Severity Description

Indeterminate An unknown fault or an event not considered to be a fault has occurred.

Warning A fault not affecting normal operation has occurred.

Minor A minor fault hindering normal operation has occurred.

Major A major fault hindering normal operation has occurred.

Critical A fault interrupting normal operation has occurred.

Cleared The alarm has been cleared. (An SNMP trap is sent by default when this occurs.)

Table 5-4 Alarm Status LED Behavior

Color Pattern MCU Status

Green Stable No alarm

Red Flashing Alarm raised

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Viewing active alarmsTo view active alarms, select Status Active alarms. A list of the alarms that are currently active is displayed.

Configuring Alarms and Control (OUT) PortsIt is possible to configure how each alarm should be handled. You can define the following:

❑ A text string describing the alarm

❑ An action to be performed when the alarm is raised, such as sending of an SNMP trap or on/off switching of external equipment via the control ports.

❑ An action to be performed when the alarm is cleared, such as sending of an SNMP trap or on/off switching of external equipment via the control ports.

Code The alarm number identified in Appendix A.

Serial no. The serial number of the device that generated the alarm.

Sector The sector in which the device that generated the alarm is operating.

Description The alarm description.

Severity The configured severity of the alarm.

Time The time the alarm occurred.

ALD status Click the link to go to the Alarm Status page for the ALD.

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Click on Status Alarm model. A list of all available alarms is displayed.

The list contains two rows for each alarm: one row for the clearing of the alarm (Default severity = Cleared), and one row for the raising of the alarm (Default severity = Indeterminate/Warning/Minor/Major/Critical).

Click Configure to clear or raise an alarm. The Event Configuration page for the alarm is displayed.

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If you want, you can now change the description of the alarm by entering your own Alarm Description.

Define the actions, if any, that should be performed when the alarm is raised/cleared by checking the corresponding boxes and click Set.

Relay output #1 The outputs of relay 1 will switch state.

Relay output #2 The outputs of relay 2 will switch state.

SNMP trap An SNMP trap will be sent.

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Configuring Triggers for Alarm (IN) PortsTo configure triggers, click on Status Alarm triggers. A list of the alarm ports is displayed.

Enable or disable the alarm port by selecting the corresponding alternative from the Enabled drop-down list. If you are enabling an alarm, use the Trigger on drop-down list to specify if the alarm should be triggered on the rising or falling edge of the input signal.

Click Set.

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Monitoring the Status of the RET SystemTo view the event log, select Status Event Log. A list of latest 100 alarms and events is displayed.

Log time The time when the alarm occurred.

Event type Starting: An alarm was activatedCeasing: An alarm was clearedSingle: A single event occurred

Event text A description of the event. If the event was caused by an operator, the user name of the operator is stated first in the event text.

NOTE The Event Log is cleared at hard or soft restart of the MCU.

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Reporting problems and getting technical supportIf you experience problems and need technical support from Powerwave, select Status Trouble report. The trouble report page will be displayed.

Click Generate report to generate a trouble report describing the status of the RET System. When the report has been generated, an ftp link to the trouble report will appear on the web page. Right-click the ftp link and select Save Target As. Save the trouble report file on your computer or your network.

Write an e-mail describing your problem, attach the trouble report to the e-mail and send the e-mail to [email protected]. Technical support at Powerwave will get back to you as soon as possible.

Field Replaceable UnitsThe following units can be replaced in the field on-site by a qualified technician with experience maintaining RF equipment:

❑ eRET

❑ iRET

❑ MCU

❑ CILOC / I-CILOC / CIN

❑ TMA

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RETTo replace a eRET, follow the steps listed in Table 5-5.

The new eRET must be recalibrated after installation. Follow the steps listed in Calibrating eRET and i-RET Units in Chapter 3.

iRETTo replace an iRET, follow the steps listed in Table 5-6.

The new iRET must be recalibrated after installation. Follow the steps listed in Calibrating eRET and i-RET Units in Chapter 3.

Table 5-5 eRET Replacement Procedure

Step Action

1 Verify that cables are labeled correctly, then disconnect all cables including ground cable.

2 Remove any cable ties holding plastic cover in place and remove cover.

3 Remove mounting screws and carefully remove eRET Unit making sure stepping motor wheels un-hook properly from positioning rack(s).

4 Inspect positioning rack(s) for any damage or missing teeth.

5 Follow the steps outlined in Chapter 3 for the installation of the appropriate eRET Unit housing starting at step 5.

6 Verify configuration by logging into MCU and following procedures outlined in Chapter 3.

Table 5-6 iRET Replacement Procedure

Step Action

1 Verify that cables are labeled correctly, then disconnect all cables including the ground cable.

2 Remove and retain the two screws holding the iRET motor into the antenna.

3 Slide the iRET motor out of the antenna.

4 Verify that the new iRET motor is turned in the correct orientation, and that the ridges on the side of the unit match the holes in the antenna.

5 Slide the iRET motor into the antenna until the front plate of the unit touches the antenna base.

6 Insert and tighten the two screws holding the iRET motor to the antenna

7 Re-connect all cables, including the ground cable.

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MCUWhen an MCU is replaced, it will be necessary to upload the appropriate antenna configuration table (see Uploading Antenna Configuration Files to RET Units in Chapter 3.) To replace an MCU, follow the steps listed in Table 5-7.

CILOC/I-CILOC/CINTo replace a CILOC, I-CILOC or CIN, proceed as described in the Table 5-8.

TMATo replace a TMA, follow the procedures outlined in the associated TMA Installation and Service Manual.

Return For Service ProceduresWhen returning products to Powerwave, the following procedures will ensure optimum response.

Obtaining An RMAA Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained prior to returning equipment to the factory for service. Please contact our Repair Department, based on your location using a method listed in the Contacting Powerwave section. Failure to obtain this RMA number may result in delays in receiving repair service.

Repackaging For ShipmentTo ensure safe shipment of the equipment, it is recommended that the original package designed for shipping the amplifier be reused. If it is not available, contact Powerwave’s Customer Service Department for packing materials.

Table 5-7 MCU Replacement Procedure

Step Action

1 Set Power switch to OFF.

2 Verify cables are labeled before disconnecting, then disconnect all cables.

3 Remove mounting screws holding MCU in rack and remove MCU from rack.

4 Mount new MCU in position and secure into place with mounting screws.

5 Connect all cables and apply power.

6 Verify configuration by logging into MCU and following procedures outlined in Chapter 3 for Configuring Management Connections, and Configuring and Calibrating the System.

Table 5-8 CILOC/I-CILOC/CIN Replacement Procedure

Step Action

1 Verify cables are labeled before disconnecting, then disconnect all cables.

2 Replace CILOC/CIN and reconnect cables.

3 Verify configuration by logging into MCU and following procedures outlined in Chapter 3.

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Contacting PowerwaveIn the Americas:

call: +1 714 466 1000 or +1 888 797 9283

press 2 for RMA, Repair and Warranty

press 3 for Technical support

email: [email protected] for RMA, Repair and Warranty

[email protected] for Technical support

fax: +1 714 466-5816 for RMA, Repair and Warranty

In EMEA:

call: +46 8 540 822 00

email: [email protected]

In Asia:

email [email protected]

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Chapter 6Specifications

IntroductionThis chapter provides specifications for the RET System.

Table 6-1 MCU Specifications

MCU unit Specifications/Features

+24 V DC voltage range

Nom. current consumption

Max. current consumption

22 to 30 V

4.6 A (Vin = 24 V)

5.0 A (Vin = 22 V)

-48 V DC voltage range



-39 to -57 V

2.5 A (Vin = -48 V)

3.0 A (Vin = -39 V)

115/230 V AC voltage range

AC frequency



90–250 V RMS

45–65 Hz

1.7/1.0 A (Vin = 115/230 V)

2.5 A (Vin = 90 V)

Generated ALD supply voltage

Output voltage range for +24 V

Output voltage range for others

Internal resistance

Max. output current per connector (current limited)

Total max. output current

Total min. available surge supply at start-up (sum of all connectors)

24 VDC

2 V below input voltage value

26 ± 0.5 V (Output current I = 0 A)

0.5

2.7 A

3.4 A (current limited, sum of all connectors)

54 mC during < 10 ms

AISG data rate 9.6kbps, 38.4kbps

Local alarm ports (IN ports)

Output voltage

Output current

5 ± 1 V at open

5 ± 2 mA at closed

Local control ports (OUT ports, 3-pole relays)

Max. input voltage

Max. input current

30 VDC

0.5 A

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Connectors

DC power supply

AC power supply

RET 1-3

Site LAN (Ethernet 10 BaseT)

Local (Ethernet 10/100 BaseT)

RS-232

Local alarm and control ports

Max. conductor cross section

AWG/kcmil

Protection ground terminal

CAP 2 Circuit Universal MATE-N-LOK 350778-1 (AMP)

IEC/EN60320-1 male

IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) female

4-pole RJ45 MDI

4-pole RJ45 MDI

9-pin D-SUB male

Connector panel,M2 screw

(IN and OUT)

0.14 Ø 1.5 mm

Rigid/flexible cable

28 Ø 16

M6 screw

Dimensions (W×H) 19 in. × 1 U

Weight 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)

Table 6-2 RET Unit Specifications

RET Unit Specifications

Power supply 9–30 VDC

Current consumption

Start-up surge

During antenna tilting

During all other operating states

2 mC (during first 10 ms, in addition to normal current consumption)

500 mA (Vin 10 V)

400 mA (10 V Vin 19 V)

250 mA (Vin 19 V)

100 mA (Vin 19 V)

50 mA (Vin 19 V)

AISG data rate 9.6kbps

Rack positioning accuracy ±0.8 mm

Table 6-1 MCU Specifications (Continued)

MCU unit Specifications/Features

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Connectors

AISG input/output


IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) male/female

M6 or M8 screw depending on product version

Dimensions (W×H×D)

RET in small housing 53 × 74 × 217 mm (2.09 × 2.91 × 8.54 in.)

RET in large housing 152 × 82 × 219 mm (5.98 × 3.23 × 8.62 in.)

Weight

RET in small housing

RET in large housing

for 1 positioning rack

for 2 positioning racks

for 3 positioning racks

900 g (2 lbs)

1050 g (2.3 lbs)

1160 g (2.6 lbs)

1270 g (2.8 lbs)

Table 6-2 RET Unit Specifications (Continued)

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Table 6-3 TMA Unit Specification

TMA Unit Specifications

Power supply

LGP16720

LGP16721

9.0–30.0 V

10.0–30.0 V

Current consumption (sum of both branches)

Normal mode

LGP16720

LGP16721

Start-up surge (during first 10 ms, in

addition to normal current consumption)

LGP16720

LGP16721

175 mA (Vin 19 V)

90 mA (Vin 19 V)

825 mA (Vin 19 V)

420 mA (Vin 19 V)

0.5 mC (Vin 15 V)

1 mC (Vin 15 V)

1 mC (Vin 15 V)

2 mC (Vin 15 V)

AISG data rate 9.6kbps

Connectors

Node B/ANT port


AISG connector

Type

Pin 6/7 current handling

DIN 7/16 female

M8 screw

IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) female

1.3 A

Dimensions (W × H × D) 169 × 273 × 68 mm (6.65 × 10.75 × 2.68 in.)

Weight 5.6 kg (12.35 lbs)

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Table 6-4 CILOC Unit Specification

CILOC Specifications

Power supply 8–31 V

Current handling 2.7 A

Current consumption 50 mA


Max. RF power 55dBm RMS68dBm peak (Pulse duration <0.5 s)

Idle state biasing Yes

Insertion loss 0.2dB

RF operational bands 806–960 MHz and 1710–2170 MHz

Return loss at RF ports 20dB

Lightning current pulse handling ±0–3 kA / 10/350 s

Connectors

Antenna CILOC

AISG output IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) female

Antenna/BTS RF DIN 7/16 male/female

Protection ground M6 screw

BTS CILOC

AISG input IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) male

Antenna/BTS RF DIN 7/16 female/male

Protection ground M6 screw

Dimensions (W×H×D) 48 × 92 × 80 mm (1.89 × 3.62 × 3.15 in.)

Weight 750 g (1.65 lbs)

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Table 6-5 I-CILOC Unit Specifications

I-CILOC Specifications

Power supply 9–31 V


Current consumption 50 mA


Max. RF power 55dBm RMS 68dBm peak (Pulse duration < 0.5 s)



RF operational bands 806–960 MHz and 1710–2170 MHz



Connectors

Antenna CILOC

AISG output

Antenna/BTS RF

Protection ground

BTS CILOC

AISG input

Antenna/BTS RF

Protection ground

IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) female

DIN 7/16 male/female

M6 screw

IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) male

DIN 7/16 female/male

M6 screw

Dimensions (W×H×D) 85 × 165 × 65mm (3.37 × 6.5 × 2.56 in.)

Weight 1600 g (3.75 lbs)

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Table 6-6 CIN Unit Specifications

CIN Unit Specifications

Voltage handling 0–30 V


Voltage drop, input to output 1.1 V @ I = 1.5 A


Frequency range 806–960 MHz and 1710–2170 MHz



Operation conditions

LGP213nn Indoor/outdoor use


±0–2.5 kA 200/700 s

Connectors

DC/AISG

Antenna/BTS RF

SMA

DIN 7/16 female/male

Dimensions 3.46 × 1.57 × 2.13 in. (88 × 40 × 54 mm)

Weight 1.10 lbs (0.5 kg)

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Lightning protection Specification

Voltage handling -55 to +55 V

Current handling (AISG ports pin 6/7) 4.9 A

Internal resistance 0.2

AISG data rate 9.6–115.2 kbps


Lightning current pulse handlingat AISG ports

±0–5 kA / 8/20 s

±0–3 kA / 10/350 s

at housing ±0–20 kA / 10/350 s

Connectors

AISG connector input/output IEC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) male/female

Protection ground terminal M8 screw

Dimensions 5.90 × 4.72 × 3.94 in. (150 × 120 × 100 mm)

Weight 2.20 lbs (1.0 kg)

RET System cables

Conductors

DC AWG18 or lower number

RS-485 AWG24 or lower number

Max. current 5 A

DC conductor resistivity (AWG18) 22 m/m

Cable screening Yes

Connector type 8-pin circular EC 60130-9 (Ed. 3.0) with screw ring locking

LOC MCU cables

RF/DC conductor 2219 SPC (19 × 0.160 mm)

Shield Yes

Resistivity 50 m/m

Capacitance (nom.) 190 pF/m @ 1 kHz

Characteristic impedance (nom.) 26 @ 10 MHz

Connectors SMA–SMA or SMA–SMB

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RET System ComponentsTable 6-8 and Table 6-11 list the components that make up the RET System. The images in Table 6-8 illustrate the eRET design when seen from the back, showing stepping motor wheels for RET positioning racks and fixing clips for MET positioning racks.

Antenna Tilt Configuration FilesThe antenna tilt configuration files presented below contain information needed by the RET controllers to identify which antenna type it is connected to. It also contains the necessary data about the antenna in order to set the correct tilt angle. Antennas delivered with pre-mounted RET units already have the correct antenna tilt configuration file installed. Files are located at powerwave.com/antenna-tilt-configuration.asp.

Table 6-8 eRET Units

Product No.

eRET Design

eRET

Type 1Antenna

Type 1, 2

8110.108110.408210.40

SB SB, DB

8211.108211.408212.108212.40

SB DB LB/HB

8220.108220.40

DB DB LB/HB

8230.108230.40

TB TB

1. SB = Single-Band, DB = Dual-Band, TB = Triple-Band2. HB = High-Band, LB = Low-Band

Table 6-9 Antenna Tilt Configuration Files

Type File

AISG v 1.1 AISGv1.1_BIN_20100910.zip/AISGv1.1_HEX_20100910.zip

AISG v 2.0 AISGv2.0_BIN_20100910.zip/AISGv2.0_HEX_20100910.zip

AT&T AT&T P65-90 ACF 052011.zip

Ericsson XML Format XML Ericsson AISGv2.0_20100910.zip/XML Legacy Ericsson_20100910.zip

Siemens Legacy XML Format Siemens_20100910.zip

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Table 6-10 RET Model Comparison

AISG 1.1 (default) +AISG 2.0 (w/ up-grade)

AISG 1.1(Siemens)

Ericsson(P5 - Ericsson

proprietary protocol

compatible)

AISGv2.0 +Ericsson P6

AISGv1.1 (default) + AISGv2.0

(w/ reset) + Ericsson (P5 & P6)

AISGv2.0 (default) + AISGv1.1

(w/ reset) + Ericsson (P5 & P6)

Single Band E-

RET(small

housing)

7010.00 7012.00 7011.00 7010.05 8110.10 8110.40

Dual Band E-RET(large

housing)

7020.00 7020.05 8220.10 8220.40

Triple Band E-RET(large

housing)

7030.00 7030.05 8230.10 8230.40

Single Band E-

RET(large

housing)

7032.00 70.33.00 7031.00 7032.05 8210.10 8210.40

I-RET(single mo-tor for each

band)

8510.10 8510.40

AISG2.0: 7-Series to 8-Series Replacement

AISG1.1: 7-Series to 8-Series Replacement

Table 6-11 iRET Units

Product number

AISG Standard

8510.108510.40

AISG 1.1/V2.0/3GPP

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Table 6-12 RET System Products

Product No.

Description Details

Master Control Units (MCUs)

7070.10 MCU AC Input voltage 115/230 V AC Output voltage 24 V

7070.30 MCU 24 V Input voltage 24 V DC Output voltage 24 V

7070.50 MCU -48 V Input voltage -48 V DC Output voltage 24 V

7072.10 MCU AC LOC Input voltage 115/230 V AC Output voltage 24 V. Built-in Layer One Converter (SMA connector interface at ALD ports)

7072.30 MCU 24 V LOC Input voltage 24 V DC Output voltage 24 V. Built-in Layer One Converter (SMA connector interface at ALD ports)

7072.50 MCU -48 V LOC Input voltage -48 V DC Output voltage 24 V. Built-in Layer One Converter (SMA connector interface at ALD ports)

Tower Mounted Amplifiers (TMAs)

LGP16720 UMTS 12 dB AISG-compatible TMA with 12 dB gain for UMTS

LGP16721 UMTS VG AISG-compatible TMA with variable gain for UMTS

LGP18607 PCS 12 dB AISG-compatible TMA with 12 dB gain for PCS

LGP18610 PCS 12 dB AISG-compatible TMA with 12 dB gain for PCS

Current Injector Layer One Converters (CILOCs)

7060.00 CILOC ANT 24 V Converter for antenna side mounting, 24 V system

7060.10 CILOC BTS 24 V Converter for BTS side mounting, 24 V system

7060.05 CILOC ANT 24 V Converter for antenna side mounting, 24 V system

7060.15 CILOC BTS 24 V Converter for BTS side mounting, 24 V system

1001940 CILOC BTS 24 V Converter for BTS side mounting, 24 V system

1001983 CILOC ANT 24 V Converter for antenna side mounting, 24 V system

Intelligent Current Injector Layer One Converters (ICILOCs)

7065.00 ICILOC Used with Dual-band TMA DDD - 850 and 1900 MHz

7065.50 ICILOC Used with Dual-band DPX/TMA DD - DPX 850 and TMA 1900 MHz or TMA 850 MHz or TMA 1900 MHz

Current Injectors (CINs)

LGP213nn CIN OD For indoor and outdoor use an the BTS end together with a LOC MCU (with SMA connectors at ALD ports)

RS-485 Splitters

7040.13 1:3 RS-485 AISG-compatible. Can be used if daisy-chaining is not possible.

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Lightning Protection and Grounding Equipment

7075.00 Lightning protection For protection of equipment inside the BTS

7075.50 Shield ground For grounding of the RET System cable to the mast structure

RET System cables

7085.05 RET short cable 0.5 m 5-wire cable for MCU to BTS CILOC connection, for Antenna CILOC/TMA to a RET unit connection, and for daisy-chaining

7085.15 RET short cable 1.5 m See 7085.05



7095.10 RET long cable 10 m 5-wire RET communication cable tower

7095.20 RET long cable 20 m See 7095.10









LOC MCU Cables

7087.05 RF cable LOC MCU 0.5 m SMA–SMA

RF cable for connecting the ALD ports on a LOC MCU to CINs with SMA connectors


See 7087.05


See 7087.05


See 7087.05

7088.05 RF cable LOC MCU 0.5 m SMA–SMB

RF cable for connecting the ALD ports on a LOC MCU to CINs with SMB connectors


See 7088.05

Table 6-12 RET System Products (Continued)

Product No.

Description Details

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See 7088.05


See 7088.05

DC Power Supply Cable

7082.50 DC power supply cable 5.0 m

For MCU 24 V and MCU -48 V, equipped with a MATE-N-LOK connector at the MCU end. You also need a separate connector – that fits your DC power source – to mount at the other end of the power cable. This is not supplied by Powerwave. (The color coding of the DC power cable is black = positive).

Table 6-12 RET System Products (Continued)

Product No.

Description Details

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Appendix ASoftware License Information

This product includes software published under the GNU General Public License (GPL). If you would like a copy of the GPL source code in this product, please call Powerwave Technical Support.

This product also includes software published under the following licenses:

Copyright 1989, 1991, 1992 by Carnegie Mellon University

Derivative Work - 1996, 1998-2000

Copyright 1996, 1998-2000 The Regents of the University of California

All Rights Reserved

Permission to use, copy, modify and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose and without fee is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice appears in all copies and that both that copyright notice and this permission notice appear in supporting documentation, and that the name of CMU and The Regents of the University of California not be used in advertising or publicity pertaining to distribution of the software without specific written permission.

CMU AND THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO THIS SOFTWARE, INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. IN NO EVENT SHALL CMU OR THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER RESULTING FROM THE LOSS OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORTIOUS ACTION, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS SOFTWARE.

Copyright (c) 2001-2003, Networks Associates Technology, Inc. All rights reserved.

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.

Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.

Neither the name of the Networks Associates Technology, Inc. nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS `ÀS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

Portions of this code are copyright (c) 2001-2003, Cambridge Broadband Ltd. All rights reserved.

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The name of Cambridge Broadband Ltd. may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER `ÀS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

Copyright © 2003 Sun Microsystems, Inc., 4150 Network Circle, Santa Clara, California 95054, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

Use is subject to license terms below.

This distribution may include materials developed by third parties. Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo and Solaris are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.




Neither the name of the Sun Microsystems, Inc. nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.


Copyright (c) 2003, Sparta, Inc. All rights reserved.



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Neither the name of the Networks Associates Technology, Inc. nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior writ-ten permission.


Copyright 1998 by Carnegie Mellon University. All Rights Reserved.

Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose and without fee is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice appear in all copies and that both that copyright notice and this permission notice appear in supporting documentation, and that the name of CMU not be used in advertising or publicity pertaining to distribution of the software without specific, written prior permission.

Copyright 2001 e2 Home AB and Nano System AB. All rights reserved.




THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS `ÀS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

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