User Manual

Chapter 1 ● Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000
14 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Sector Radio Kit
The Sector Radio Kit consists of two field-replaceable modules, the Radio Module (RM) and the Power
Amplifier (PA). The two modules are installed in the appropriate cabinet slots and cable connections must be
completed.
• See Understanding the Radio Module
on page 14.
• See Understanding the Power Amplifier module
on page 16.
• See Installing a Power Amplifier
on page 105.
Understanding the Radio Module
The Radio Module (RM) is one of two modules that make up the Sector Radio Kit. See Figure 7
and Table 9.
The RM provides modulation, demodulation, and radio frequency conversion services for a single radio
sector. Typical deployments supporting 360 degree radio coverage require three RMs. The RM is installed in
the bottom part of slots 1, 5, or 9, depending on the sector.
The RM is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Replacing an active RM in the field is service disrupting for
its sector.
For information about installing the RM module:
• See Understanding the installation process
on page 40.
• See Understanding the module installation process
on page 104.
Figure 7 Radio Module
TX output to PA
Top latch
LEDs
Power
Alarm
Sample
RX0 RX1
RX0 RX1
Craft/serial port
Captive screw
Captive screw
RMs (Radio Modules)
bottom of slots 1, 5, and 9
Bottom latch
Reset button