User Manual FP16204 Femtocell 3G Access Point for Offices & Indoor Spaces
Contents 1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 3 2 Getting started .................................................................................................................. 4 3 2.1 Check what’s in the box............................................................................................. 4 2.2 Location ......................................................................................
1 Introduction The FP16204 Femtocell Access Point from NEC is one of the most technically advanced 3G access points, yet installation is simple and straight forward. Plugging the compact unit into your broadband router or cable modem will grant your existing 3G phone or data‐card exclusive access to its own 3G access point. The Femtocell is like a low‐power 3G equivalent of a Wi‐Fi hotspot that works with all your 3G devices.
2 Getting started 2.1 Check what’s in the box Femtocell with free standing mount and (optional) wall bracket Ethernet data cable to connect the Femtocell to your LAN, broadband router or cable modem Mains power supply adaptor and plug External GPS antenna User Guide 2.2 Location The range of the Femtocell depends on a number of factors including its location, the number and the construction of the walls, and the proximity to other Femtocells.
Ideally, place your Femtocell somewhere central in an elevated location and close to a window. For even better coverage throughout the home, the external GPS antenna can be connected and placed by a window to allow the Femtocell to be located in a more central location. To avoid interference it is recommended that the Femtocell is placed at least 1m away from any cordless phone base unit or wireless LAN router.
3 Using your Femtocell 3.1 How it works Traditionally your mobile phone provides service using a long‐distance radio connection with a mobile phone network. The Femtocell is a mobile access point that seamlessly replaces this service when you are indoors.
of self‐checks and configures itself to give best coverage in your home or office. All communications between the Femtocell and the central management system are secure and carried over your broadband data connection. If for any reason the indicator light is red this means that there is a problem. Section 4 contains information about the state of the indicator light, what it means, and what actions need to be taken. 3.
4 Troubleshooting The Red Indicator light is used to signal a problem with the unit. If the Red Indicator light is flashing this means that there is a problem which you can resolve yourself. The number of flashes indicates the type of problem as shown in the table below. If the Red Indicator light is on but not flashing then please contact your customer care who will be able to assist you with the problem.
5 Safety and Product care All instructions, warning and caution statements that accompany this equipment must be strictly followed at all times to ensure its safe use. Observe all warning and caution symbols that are fixed to this equipment. This electrical equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
6 Specifications Model FP16204 Radio Interface 3GPP WCDMA Band ϰ Range 200m maximum (50m in a typical office) Transmit power 20dBm maximum Capacity Up to 4, 8 or 16 users simultaneously using a mix of voice and data applications (subject to software licence) Power Supply Plugtop AC Adaptor with mains plug adapter. AC100 ~250V,50Hz/60Hz. Power Consumption 10.
7 Conformance information Uni t ed St at es FCC Compl i ance This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Canada EMI Regul at i on This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES‐003. Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme NMB‐003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS‐132 and RSS‐133 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ‐ This device may not cause harmful interference. ‐ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
8 Glossary 3G Third Generation mobile radio technology using WCDMA and the successor to GSM. 3GPP Third Generation Partnership Project. A collaboration of telecommunication associations around the world responsible for defining the specifications for a worldwide 3G mobile network. Broadband Generic term used to describe a wide bandwidth data connection suitable for Internet browsing and downloading music. Cable modem Module that provides access to a data signal sent over the cable television network.
SIM Subscriber Identity Module. Removable smart card used in a mobile phone or datacard to hold network security data, identify the owner and store personal information. Uplink Wireless connection between the mobile device and the fixed base station. WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access. Fundamental technology for 3G networks used in Europe and the rest of the world. Wi‐Fi Wireless technology to provide a local data connection between electronic products.
NEC FP16204 Femtocell User Manual Version 1.0 September 2011 © 2011 NEC Europe Ltd. All rights reserved. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. Information is subject to change without notice. NEC Europe Ltd Registered in England No. 2832014 Registered Office: NEC House, 1 Victoria Road, London W3 6BL Web: www.nec.com/femtocell Email: femtocell@eu.nec.