Manual for TFAH-ES70/80/50 and TFAH-ES70/80 MN024-15 Page 1
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems DISCLAIMER: This document has been developed by CommScope, and is intended for the use of its customers and customer support personnel. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to eliminate errors, CommScope disclaims liability for any difficulties arising from the interpretation of the information contained herein.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1. About CommScope 5 1.2. International Contact Addresses for Customer Support 6 2.1. 2.1.1. 2.1.2. 2.1.3. 2.1.4. 2.1.5. Case U Remote Unit Specifications Health and Safety TFAx Case U Mechanical Installation Wall Mounting Procedure TFAx Case U Electrical Installation 2.1.5.1. 2.1.5.2. 2.1.5.3. 2.1.5.4. 2.1.5.5. 2.2. 2.2.1. 2.2.2. 2.2.3.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems FIGURES AND TABLES Figure 4-58 Case U Remote Unit ............................................................................................. 9 Figure 4-59 Case U connectors ............................................................................................. 10 Figure 4-60 Wall-mounting bracket ........................................................................................ 16 Figure 4-61 RU threaded pin power supply side ..................................
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 1.1. ABOUT COMMSCOPE CommScope is the foremost supplier of one-stop, end-to-end radio frequency (RF) solutions. Part of the CommScope portfolio are complete solutions for wireless infrastructure from top-of-the-tower base station antennas to cable systems and cabinets, RF site solutions, signal distribution, and network optimization. CommScope has global engineering and manufacturing facilities. In addition, it maintains field engineering offices throughout the world.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 1.2. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT Americas: Canada United States CommScope Canada Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company Mail 505 Consumers Road, Suite 803 Toronto M2J 4V8 Canada Mail 620 North Greenfield Parkway Garner, NC 27529 U.S.A. Phone +1-905-878-3457 (Office) +1-416-721-5058 (Cell) Phone +1-888-297-6433 Fax +1-905-878-3297 Fax +1-919-329-8950 E-mail wisupport@commscope.com E-mail wisupport@commscope.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Europe: United Kingdom Scandinavia Andrew Wireless Systems UK Ltd Andrew Norway (AMNW) Mail Unit 15, Ilex Building Mulberry Business Park Fishponds Road Wokingham Berkshire RG41 2GY England Phone +44-1189-366-792 Phone + 47 32-12-3530 Fax +44-1189-366-773 Fax + 47 32-12-3531 E-mail wisupport.uk@commscope.com E-mail wisupport@commscope.com P.O.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Czech Republic CommScope Solutions Czech Republic C-Com, spol. s r.o Mail U Moruší 888 53006 Pardubice Czech Republic Phone +49 871 9659171 (Office) +49 171 4001166 (Mobile) Fax +49 871 9659172 E-mail wisupport@commscope.com Africa & Middle East: Middle East & North Africa CommScope Solutions International Inc.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2. 2.1. CASE U REMOTE UNIT 2.1.1. Specifications Dimensions: mm 500 x 480 x 205 (inches 19.7 x 18.9 x 8.1) Weight: Please refer to the Remote Unit dedicated e-catalog entry in order to know the updated data about the weight of your Case U Remote Unit. Figure 2-1 Case U Remote Unit Case U Remote Units are available with and without the red cover, which serves for indication of public safety services equipment.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems B C E D F A K J I H G Figure 2-2 Case U connectors A Status LED G Power supply connector B Alarms lower band H Grounding bolts C Alarms higher band(s) I UL/DL antenna port higher band(s) D Expansion UL port J UL lower band, not connected in 2 band E Expansion DL port K DL lower band, not connected in 2 band F UL / DL optical ports Antenna Port In the two band configuration the RU has one duplexed N-female antenna port I for transmitting and r
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Optical Ports The LC-APC optical connectors F are used to send and receive the signals between the RU and the Master Unit’s OTRx modules. A DL optical port receives downlink signals from the MU OTRx. A UL optical port transmits uplink signals to the MU OTRx. Mains Connector The RU receives its power through the Mains connector G . The type of connector is dependent on the RU model. A 4-pin Amphenol connector is used for AC models and standard DC models.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.2. Health and Safety 1. Danger: Obey all general and regional installation and safety regulations relating to work on high voltage installations, as well as regulations covering correct use of tools and personal protective equipment. 2. Danger: Before opening the unit, disconnect mains power. 3. Danger: Laser radiation! Do not stare into the beam; do not view it directly or with optical instruments. 4.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 12. Warning: For installations, which have to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna selection and installation must be completed in a way to ensure compliance with those FCC requirements.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 19. Note: For a Class A digital device or peripheral: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.3. TFAx Case U Mechanical Installation Each Case U Remote Unit kit includes: 1. a RU TFAx 2. a power supply plug 1. Warning: Do not install the unit in a way or at a place where the specifications outlined in the Environmental and Safety Specifications leaflet of the supplier are not met. 2. WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO EQUIPMENT FALLING CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Wall-Mounting 1. Check the suitability of the wall-mounting kit and the wall. 2. Install the wall-mounting bracket using 4 M6 screw anchors (not included*) or suitable lag bolts according to the drilling layout. Confirm that the bracket is securely fastened to the wall. Installer must verify that the supporting surface will safely support the combined load of the electronic equipment and all attached hardware and components.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 3. Attach an M6 threaded pin to the Remote Unit by inserting it into the threaded hole adjacent to the power supply and turning it clockwise. Tighten the pin securely with a socket wrench. M6 threaded pin B0400AJA Figure 2-4 RU threaded pin power supply side 4. Attach an M6 threaded pin to the Remote Unit by inserting it into the threaded hole above the handle and turning it clockwise. Tighten the pin securely with a socket wrench.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.4. Wall Mounting Procedure 1. Follow the instructions for mounting the bracket and installing the threaded pins in chapter 0. 2. Install the Remote Unit on the wall-mounting bracket by lifting the RU into place and using both handles and lowering it down onto the bracket. The M6 pins must align with the slots in the bracket to support the RU. B0400AKA Figure 2-6 Place RU onto wall mounting bracket Page 18 Manual TFAHES70_80_50.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 3. Fasten the lower section of the Remote Unit to the bracket using a washer and an M6x12 screw (on both sides). Slide a washer over each screw and then insert the screw and tighten it securely. Washer M6x12 screw B0400ALA Figure 2-7 Install M6x12 screws and washers for single mount 4. Fasten the Remote Unit to the bracket using a washer and M6 nut.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Figure 2-9 Completed RU Mount Page 20 Manual TFAHES70_80_50.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.5. TFAx Case U Electrical Installation 2.1.5.1. General 1. Warning: This unit contains dangerous voltages. Loss of life, severe personal injury, or property damage can be the result if the instructions contained in this manual are not followed. 2. Caution: It is compulsory to ground (earth) the unit before connecting the power supply. A grounding bolt is provided on the cabinet to connect the groundbonding cable. 3.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 12. Caution: The unit complies with the surge requirement according to EN 61000-45 (fine protection); however, installation of an additional medium (via local supply connection) and/or coarse protection (external surge protection) is recommended depending on the individual application in order to avoid damage caused by overcurrent. 13. Caution: Observe the labels on the front panels before connecting or disconnecting any cables. 2.1.5.2.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.5.3. Mains Power Connection Before connecting electrical power to the units, the system must be grounded (earthed) as described in the previous chapter. The Mains power must be connected to the Mains connector of the unit for operation of the RU. A power cable is delivered with each RU. The type of power cable delivered is dependent on the type of power supply in the RU. The AC power cable is a 3.2 m (10.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems The Vdc/100 power cable is available for locations where the power drawn on each cable must be limited to a maximum of 100 VA. This cable is a 3.2 m (10.5 ft) 16 AWG cable with a 7-pin Amphenol C016 series plug on one end to connect to the RU Mains connector. The other end of the cable is un-terminated with 4 end splices to connect to the -48 Vdc power source.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Use the following method to install and connect the Mains power to the RU: 1. Locate the Mains power cable that was delivered with the RU. 2. Locate or install a suitable power junction box or receptacle near the RU and route the power cable from the power source to the RU. Do not connect the cable to the RU’s Mains connector at this time. The power source must be interruptible. 3. The Mains cable must be properly secured observing local regulations and electrical codes.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.5.4. Antenna Connection The Remote Unit has one N-type antenna connector(s) (Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.). For mounting the cable connector, it is recommended to refer to the corresponding documentation of the connector manufacturer. The bending radius of the antenna cables must remain within the given specifications. The selection of cable and antenna is an important consideration.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Figure 2-16 N-type antenna connection Page 27
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.1.5.5. Alarm Ports The Alarm port provides alarm contacts that are used to report alarms generated by the RU to external equipment. The connector is a 5-pin Binder 712 series connector. 5 1 B0400AZA Figure 2-17 Alarm Connector Page 28 5-Pin Binder 712 Series Pin Assignment 1 EXT1_Alarm 2 EXT1_GND 3 n.c. 4 EXT2_Alarm 5 EXT_GND Table 6 Alarm Connector Manual TFAHES70_80_50.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.2. 2.2.1. LOW POWER RU OPTICAL INSTALLATION Optical-Fiber-Cable Connection - Rules Main optical system parameters: Fiber: Single mode fiber, type is 9.5/125 µm Fiber-cable connectors LC/APC ION-U system: The pigtails for the connection between Master Unit and Remote Unit must have a sufficient length. Protection for the optical fibers must be provided where the fibers feed into the units.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems Using high-grade alcohol and lint-free cotton cleaning swabs, clean the end of the fiber-optic cable that will be inserted in the optical connectors on the donor interface box. Use a fiber end-face inspection tool to scan both, the class fiber and its surrounding area. Check for dirt on the cladding, chips/pits, dirt on the ferrule, and scratches. Connect the fiber-optic cables by inserting the cable end into the laser receptacle.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.2.2. Optical cable installation 1. Locate the Optics connector cover on the lower right side of the RU. Loosen the four cover screws, remove the cover, and set it aside. Removing this cover allows access to the UP and DL optical connectors. Cover Screws Figure 2-18 Remove optics cover 2. Remove the sealing nut from the optical cable gland at the bottom of the RU.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 3. Remove the split-seal and clamp jacket. Sealing nut Clamp jacket Split-seal Figure 2-20 Split-seal and clamp jacket 4. Insert the optical cables through the sealing nut and the clamp jacket. 5. Then insert the optical cables through the opening in the cabinet. 6. Connect the optical cables to the proper UL and DL LC/APC connectors. Connect LC/APC optical cables Figure 2-21 Optical cables connected Page 32 Manual TFAHES70_80_50.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 7. Separate the two halves of the split-seal. Place one cable into the hole and the other in the groove of each half of the split-seal. Insert the spit seal into the clamp jacket. Split-seal Clamp jacket Sealing nut Connector socket Figure 2-22 Place cables into split-seal 8. Insert the clamp jacket with split seal to the connector socket and fasten them with the sealing nut. Figure 2-23 Optical cable installed 9.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 2.2.3. RU Power Supply Replacement The power supply for the RU is a field replaceable module. The type of power supply used by the RU (AC, DC, or Vdc/100) is dependent on the model number of the RU. Before starting any maintenance on the RU, read the health and safety warnings in chapter 4.2.1. 1. Switch off the circuit breaker supplying power to the RU. 2. Once you have confirmed that the power has been shutdown, remove Mains power connector from the RU.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 4. Use a #2 Phillips head or slotted screwdriver to loosen the 8 universal slot/Phillips captive power supply screws and carefully remove the supply. The weight of the power supply must be supported as you loosen the screws to prevent damage to the supply. Loosen 8 universal slot/Phillips screws Mains connector Figure 2-26 8 RU power supply screws 5. Carefully remove the power supply from the unit.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 8. Locate the output connector for the power supply on the left side of the supply. 9. Loosen the 2 Phillips head screws and remove the output connector. Figure 2-29 RU power supply output cable 10. Remove the defective supply. Figure 2-30 RU with power supply removed 11. Replace the defective power supply with the new power supply. It is very important to confirm that the replacement supply is the same type as the original supply.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 13. Insert the power supply into the RU carefully to avoid damaging any cables. The supply must be supported until the 8 universal slot/Phillips captive power supply screws have been tightened. 14. Tighten the 8 universal slot/Phillips captive power supply screws. Figure 2-32 RU insert power supply 15. Reconnect the Mains power plug. 16. Switch on the breaker and check the RU for proper operation.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 3. TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3.1. CONTACT ADDRESSES The ION-B is developed by: Commscope Italy Srl Via Pier De Crescenzi 40 48018 Faenza, Italy Tel: +39.0546.697111 Fax: +39.0546.682768 For further information about the product, please write to: IONB.support@andrew.com Page 38 Manual TFAHES70_80_50.
User’s Manual for ION-B Systems 3.2. RETURNING EQUIPMENT Before returning any equipment to the manufacturer for repairation or replacement, the customer should give prior notice to the manufacturer and ask for the ‘Return Material Authorisation’ (RMA request).
