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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide

Part Number: DUG01623

System Release: 17.5

Revision: A1

Published: August 2020

Summary of content (49 pages)

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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Part Number: DUG01623 System Release: 17.
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© Copyright by Airspan Networks Ltd., 2020. All rights reserved worldwide. Legal Notices The information contained within this document is proprietary, privileged and intended only for the recipient. As such, the information is subject to all relevant copyright, patent and other laws protecting intellectual property, as well as any specific agreements protecting Airspan Networks Ltd. rights in the aforesaid information.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Table of Contents Document Information.............................................................................5 Abstract .................................................................................................................. 5 Revision History ..................................................................................................... 5 Warnings and Cautions...........................................................................
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Related Reading .................................................................................................. 15 Customer Care Help Desk ....................................................................16 Airspan Encourages Comments .......................................................................... 16 1 Introduction .......................................................................................17 1.1 AirSpeed 1030 B48 ..........................
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide A Job Sheet ..........................................................................................44 B Checklist ...........................................................................................45 C Abbreviations ....................................................................................46 Figures Figure 1: AirSpeed 1030 B48 (GPS Attached) .....................................................................................
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 33: Insert Holder onto RJ45 ....................................................................................................... 37 Figure 34: Holder into Housing Base .................................................................................................... 37 Figure 35: Align RJ45 into Holder ......................................................................................................... 37 Figure 36: Lift Lever ............................
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Document Information Abstract This document details procedures for installing the Airspan’s AirSpeed 1030 B48 Pico-class LTE eNodeB variant. Revision History Revision Details Date Rev 0.1 – 0.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Warnings and Cautions Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies The AirSpeed 1030 B48 should be installed and operated from a minimum safe distance of at least 31.2 in. (80cm) and installed higher than 2 meters to prevent unauthorized access.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide   Son installation requiert une formation spécifique du personnel. L’AirSpeed 1030 B48, radio et antenne doit être installe UNIQUEMENT par des installateurs professionnels expérimentés et ayant une connaissance des constructions locales et règles de sécurité, ainsi que, dès que nécessaire, disposant d’un agreement des autorités gouvernementales de régulation.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 8. L’installation de AirSpeed 1030 B48 doit être contractualisée avec un installateur professionnel. 9. L’interrupteur de circuit électrique doit être facilement accessible afin de pouvoir déconnecter l’équipement. 10. Lors de l’installation de la configuration finale, le produit doit être conforme aux Standards de Sécurité en vigueur ainsi qu’aux exigences réglementaires du pays dans lequel il est installé.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide a. The terminal does not function after following the operating instructions outlined in this manual. b. Liquid has been spilled, a foreign object is inside, or the terminal has been exposed to rain. c. The product has been dropped or the housing is damaged. Locate the serial number of the terminal and record this on your registration card for future reference. Also record the MAC address, located on the product sticker.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Ar šo Airspan paziņo, ka vienība atbilst Direktīvas 2014/53 / ES būtiskajām prasībām un citiem attiecīgajiem noteikumiem; Lithuanian: Šis „Airspan“ pareiškia, kad šis įrenginys atitinka esminius Direktyvos 2014/53 / ES reikalavimus ir kitas nuostatas. Nederlands: Airspan verklaart hierbij dat de apparaateenheid voldoet aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 2014/53 / EU.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Maximum Output TX Power Table 1: AirSpeed 1030 B48 ETSI Maximum Output TX Power Frequency Band (MHz) TX (dBm) 3550-3700 ETSI EIRP (dBm) 33 Antenna Gain (dBi) Variant 17 1030 50 Table 2: AirSpeed 1030 B48 FCC Maximum Output TX Power Frequency Band (MHz) TX (dBm) FCC EIRP (dBm) Antenna Gain (dBi) Variant 28.99 @ 10MHz 31.90 @ 20MHz 45.99 @10MHz 48.96 @20MHz 17 1030 27.99 @ 10MHz 30.96 @ 20MHz 45.99 @10MHz 48.96 @20MHz 18 1030 25.49 @ 10MHz 28.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Power Consumption Table 4: Power Consumption Power Source Nominal Power Consumption (W) Max Nominal Power Consumption (W) DC 65 95 Note: Nominal Power Consumption (W) - refers to average power consumption over time.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide External Antennas (Optional) AirSpeed 1030 B48 can be connected to external antennas (if required) via four (4) N-Type female connectors located at the top panel. The antenna should be mounted to its appropriate mounting facility. The supported antennas should be dual slant, cross polar, DC grounded antennas. Note: For a list of compatible external antennas, please contact your nearest Airspan Sales representative.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide About This Document Purpose This guide provides the workflow and step-by-step procedures for installing the Airspan’s AirSpeed 1030 B48, Pico-class LTE eNodeB variant. These procedures include:     Verify prerequisites Install Back bracket & Pole/Wall bracket Install the AirSpeed 1030 B48 Connect and manage cables Intended Audience This guide is intended for persons who are responsible for installing the AirSpeed 1030 B48 equipment.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Related Reading The following documents contain related information:  AirSpeed 1030 B48 Product Datasheet  Airspan LTE Commissioning Manual DUG01623 Airspan Commercial and Internal Use 15
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Customer Care Help Desk Airspan’s Customer Care Help Desk offers prompt and efficient customer support services. Note: To avail Airspan’s Customer Care Help Desk support, you must be a registered user and must have a valid support contract. To register, click here and fill the Registration form. To create and update issue logs, send e-mails to Customer Care Help Desk.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 1 Introduction This section provides a descriptive overview of the Airspan’s AirSpeed 1030 B48 small cell eNodeB variant and its place in the Airspan product suite. 1.1 AirSpeed 1030 B48 AirSpeed 1030 B48 is part of Airspan’s carrier-class LTE Advanced outdoor small cell eNodeB family. AirSpeed 1030 B48 provides high-speed data, mobility, Voice over LTE, and broadcast/multicast services.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 2 Getting Started 2.1 Workflow of Installation The Workflow to install the AirSpeed 1030 B48 is displayed in the following diagram: Figure 3: Workflow 2.2 AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Checklist Plan the installation of the AirSpeed 1030 B48 by using the Installation Checklist, which you can find as a removable job aid in Appendix B for this guide.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 3 Verifying Prerequisites Prior to installing the AirSpeed 1030 B48, verify the required safety, power, tools, parts and components. This chapter includes the hardware, software, and client requirements for installation. Important: Set up requirements for the installation is detailed in the Job Sheet, see Appendix A. 3.1 Verifying Site Requirements To set up the AirSpeed 1030 B48, an IP connection to a Netspan server is required. 3.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 3.2.2 Verify the Parts and Kits Note: Verify order and requirements to ensure the correct unit type is being installed. Table 7. Parts & Kits Installation Kit / Part AirSpeed 1030, 3.55-3.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 3.2.3 Power Supply AirSpeed 1030 B48 supports direct connection to -48VDC power source:  Operational Voltage Range: -40.5 to -57 VDC 3.2.4 Connections The following diagrams display the connections on the top and bottom panels of the AirSpeed 1030 B48. Note: The unit requires a secure ground connection and a grounding screw fitted with a flat washer and lock washer is provided on the back and clearly marked with the universal ground symbol.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 5: AirSpeed 1030 B48 Bottom Ports Note: When the Serial port or one of the backhaul ports are not in use it should be sealed with a cap or plug to keep it secured and environmentally protected.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 3.2.5 Physical Dimensions AirSpeed 1030 B48 is an outdoor enclosure. Table 8. AirSpeed 1030 B48 Physical Dimensions Variant AirSpeed 1030 B48 Weight Dimensions (H x W x D) Comment 500 x 285 x 125 mm / 19.68 x 11.22 x 4.92 in. The dimensions exclude connectors and protruding screws Main Unit 7.5 Kg / 16.53 Lbs. Mounting Bracket (Bracket Base) 1 Kg. / 2.2 Lbs. 3.2.6 Environmental Note: AirSpeed 1030 B48 is not meant to be used in a Marine environment.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 3.3 LEDs Display Two (2) LEDs appear on the bottom of the unit, providing unit status indication.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 4 AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation AirSpeed 1030 B48 offers two optional methods for outdoor mounting using the mounting kit, either:   Pole Mounting Wall mounting The AirSpeed 1030 B48 Mounting Kit - includes a back bracket and pole/wall mounting bracket for fastening the unit to a pole or on a wall. Prior to installation the back bracket must be assembled on the AirSpeed unit and then the mounting bracket must be affixed in place on either the pole or a wall.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 4.2 Connecting the GPS Antenna Note: The GPS Antenna Kit is ordered separately. Note: AirSpeed 1030 B48 works only with GPS antennas that are approved by Airspan. The following describes the connection of the GPS antenna which is installed directly to the top of the unit. 1. Unscrew the protective metal sealed cap from the GPS antenna jack prior to mounting the GPS on the AirSpeed-1030 B48 unit. 2. Align the GPS jack with the plug attached to the top panel on the unit.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 4.4 Pole Mounting Assembly Caution: Mount the AirSpeed 1030 B48 unit in an orientation such that it’s ports (located on the bottom) face downwards. This prevents rain water from settling on the port, and thereby, avoiding damage to the unit such as corrosion and electrical short–circuiting. The following describes the pole mounting procedure: 1. Select the location on the pole to mount the AirSpeed 1030 B48 mounting bracket. 2.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide The following displays the AirSpeed 1030 B48 mounted on a pole.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 4.5 Wall Mount Assembly The following describes the wall mounting procedure: 1. Select the location on the wall to mount the AirSpeed 1030 B48 mounting bracket. 2. Position the mounting (base) bracket onto the wall at the required height and mark where to drill the holes. 3. Insert screws and appropriate wall anchors (not provided) and tighten in place. 4. Assemble the 2 SEMS screws (M8 x 20) into the lower threaded holes on the mounting (base) bracket, do not tighten.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 4.6 Tilt Adjustment On the AirSpeed 1030 B48 it is possible, after assembly to adjust the unit’s tilt, either up or down. This allows for maximum system optimization and reduce interference while increasing coverage. There are adjustment slots located on the sides of unit body where it is attached to the Mounting bracket. Note: The AirSpeed 1030 B48 unit body has a yield of a maximum tilt of +20° (up) and -30° (down).
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 5 Connect and Manage Cables The following section explains the grounding procedure, cable preparation, external antenna assembly and general instructions on how to connect the DC power cable and the Fiber Ethernet (SFP) cable to the AirSpeed 1050 unit. Note: Grounding cable, Fiber cables, SFP connector adaptor and AC power cable. Ethernet cables and RJ45 copper connector adaptor are not supplied as part of the AirSpeed 1030 B48 and can be ordered separately. 5.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide 2. Open the housing lock by sliding up then lift the clamp handle, Figure 14: Open Housing Lock 3. Separate the housing into its component sections. 4. Insert the gland nut through the front end of LC Duplex assembly. Figure 15: Gland Nut on Cable 5. Insert the “split tightening cone” from the side of the cable. Figure 16: Insert Tightening Cone on Cable 6. Insert the “split rubber gland” from side of the cable.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 18: Pass Cable thru Housing 8. Insert the LC Duplex cable into the transceiver. A “click” is heard when engaged. Figure 19: Insert Cable into Transceiver 9. Insert the holder subset section from the front end of Transceiver. Figure 20: Insert Holder over theTransceiver 10. Fix the holder into the housing base. A “click” is heard when engaged. Figure 21: Holder into Housing Base 11. Secure the holder into the transceiver, “click” when engaged.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 22: Holder into Transceiver 12. Lift the lever of housing base slightly so that the rubber gland, tightening cone and gland nut can be inserted and tightened correctly. Figure 23: Lift Lever 13. Push to insert the rubber gland. Figure 24: Insert Gland 14. Push to insert the tightening cone. Figure 25: Insert Cone 15. Tighten the gland nut with a 21mm wrench, to a torque of no more than 2-2.5 Nm (1.47 – 1.84 ft-lb) max.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 26: Tighten Gland Nut 16. Insert the connector into the SFP port on the bottom of the chassis. Verify that the connector’s latch faces the rear of the unit to enable potential unlocking. 17. Close the lever and secure the lock by sliding the secondary lock/button, so that lever can’t be lifted. Figure 27: Secure Housing Lock 5.3 Copper Ethernet Cable Preparation Note: A pre-assembled RJ45 cable is required for the Copper Ethernet assembly.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 29: Gland Nut on Cable 3. Insert the “split tightening cone” from the side of the cable. Figure 30: Insert Tightening Cone on Cable 4. Insert the “split rubber gland” from side of the cable. Note: Inner diameter of rubber gland is in the 5.8mm to 6.8mm or 8.8mm to 9.8mm range. Make sure to select the correct gland size. Figure 31: Insert Rubber Gland on Cable 5. Insert the housing onto the RJ45 cable. Figure 32: Insert Housing onto Cable 6.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 33: Insert Holder onto RJ45 7. Fix the holder into the housing base. A “click” is heard when engaged. Figure 34: Holder into Housing Base 8. Ensure correct alignment of the RJ45 in the hosing by raising the lever to allow free movement and then push the RJ45 plug into the plug cap to ensure proper location, then lock the cap. Figure 35: Align RJ45 into Holder 9.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 37: Insert Gland 11. Tighten the gland nut with a 21mm wrench, to a torque of no more than 2-2.5 Nm (1.47 – 1.84 ft-lb) max. Figure 38: Tighten Gland Nut 12. Insert the connector into the Copper Ethernet port on the bottom of the chassis. Verify that the connector’s latch faces the rear of the unit to enable potential unlocking. 13. Close the lever and secure the lock by sliding the secondary lock/button, so that lever can’t be lifted.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Warning: This unit incorporates double pole/neutral fusing. Both the Line & Neutral have fuses in them. Warning: The onsite source circuit breaker (6A) should be gang operated, two (2) pole (single phase type). The following displays the proper steps for DC cable preparation: 1. Strip back and remove the outer sheath to a length of 9.0mm± 2 (0.35 in) to expose the inner insulated wires to a length of 13.5mm± 2 (0.53 in). Then strip back 7mm± 2 (0.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 43: Insert Gland Nut 5. Loosen the strap clamp and feed the prepared end of the source power cable into the inner part of the DC connector housing. Figure 44: Pass DC Cable Thru 6. Secure the prepared ends of the cable into the inner part of the connector housing and tighten the 2 screws. Caution: Verify the wire polarity before securing. Figure 45: Tighten Two (2) Set Screws 7. Tighten the strap clamp screw as shown below.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 47: Align Marks + Click in Place 9. Place the split rubber gland onto the cable. Figure 48: Place Split Rubber Gland 10. Place the tightening cone onto the split rubber gland. Figure 49: Place Tightening Cone on Split Gland 11. Tighten the gland nut with a 21mm wrench, to a torque of no more than 2-2.5 Nm (1.47 – 1.84 ft-lb) max. Figure 50: Tighten gland Nut 12. Insert the connector into the Power port on the bottom of the chassis.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 51: Secure Housing Lock Note: When securing the cable verify there is no tension on the connector so that it is easy to disconnect and re-connect for future maintenance actions. 5.5 Remote (External) Antenna Assembly Note: External antennas connected to AirSpeed 1030 B48 should be DC grounded. Caution: Power down the AirSpeed unit prior to disconnecting the antenna, to prevent damage. The AirSpeed 1030 B48 unit can utilize remotely attached antennas.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Figure 53: Connecting Antenna RF Cable Caution: Do not over-tighten the RF connector. RF failures can result when the RF connector is over-tightened.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide A Job Sheet This job sheet enables the users to keep track of their installation. It covers all the prerequisites required for accomplishing the AirSpeed 1030 B48 installation.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide B Checklist During installation, review and perform all the steps on this checklist (in the given order). This checklist is meant for the person who performs the AirSpeed 1030 B48 installation. Tip: To make sure you complete all the tasks, detach or print this checklist and use it as a job aid. After performing, check off each task. Procedure Action Check If Performed Verify the site requirements. ☐ Verify the installation requirements.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide C Abbreviations Table 11: ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS Term Expansion 3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project, responsible for LTE AWGN Additive White Gaussian Noise is a channel model in which the only impairment to communication is a linear addition of white noise with a constant spectral density and a Gaussian distribution of amplitude. BER Bit Error Rate dB Decibel.
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AirSpeed 1030 B48 Installation Guide Term Expansion MME Mobility Management Entity is the key control-node for the LTE access-network.