EPOCH-S02-19001W USER MANUAL Version 1.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Version 1.0 (Modified October 12, 2005) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. 1996-2005. All rights reserved. Please send comments to: E-Mail: info@adrftech.com Phone: (323) 254-8131 Fax: (323) 254-4928 Address: Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. Attention: Technical Publications Department 2607 Colorado Blvd., Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90041 USA Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Installation Guide for Epoch-S02-19001W...........................................................5 1.1 Environmental Requirements..........................................................................5 1.1.1 1.1.2 Antenna Separation/Isolation...........................................................5 Line of Sight.....................................................................................6 1.2 Warnings and Hazards ........
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 5 Warranty and Repair Policy .............................................................................29 5.1 General Warranty..........................................................................................29 5.2 Limitations of Warranty ................................................................................29 Appendix A: Specifications ............................................................................................31 A.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1. Installation Guide for Epoch-S02-19001W 1.1 Environmental Requirements 1.1.1 Antenna Separation/Isolation Separation between antennas is necessary to prevent oscillation. Oscillation occurs when the signal entering the system continually reenters, due to the lack of separation between the donor and server antennas. In other words, the signal is being fed back into the system. This creates a constant amplification of the same signal.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1.1.2 Line of Sight The donor antenna which points towards the base station typically has a narrow beam antenna pattern. As a result, a slight deviation away from the direction of the BTS can lead to less than optimum results. In addition, obstacles between the repeater and the BTS may impair the repeater from obtaining any BTS signal. As a result, the repeater cannot transmit signal to the coverage area.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1.2 Warnings and Hazards WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK Tampering with the modules within the Epoch-S02-19001W repeater exposes the user to electric shock and the risk of damaging the unit. DO NOT TAMPER with modules within the unit. Opening or tampering with any modules inside the Epoch-S0219001W will void all warranties. WARNING! HIGH VOLTAGE In installing donor or server antennas, avoid close proximity to overhead power lines or high power components.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 WARNING! Operating the Epoch-S02-19001W with antennas in very close proximity facing each other could lead to severe damage to the repeater. 1.3 Tools and Recommendations for Installation The following may be necessary (not required) for installation of the repeater: a. Crescent Wrench b. Philips Screw Driver c. Lift, Ladder, or Boom Truck d. Spectrum Analyzer e. Sweep Tester f. Signal Generator g. Pilot Scanner h. RF Power Meter i. Voltmeter j.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 g. Straight-Through Serial Cable h. Keys SCST01 KEYS01 1 4 1.5 Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Installation and Requirements 1.5.1 Minimum Requirements Hardware (PC Platform) CPU: Memory: Hard Disk: Serial Port: CD-ROM Drive 200 MHz 32 MB 10 MB (Free Space) 1 Port (RS-232) Compatible Operating System: Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 (Preferred), XP 1.5.2 Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Installation Installing the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX a.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 ** If your PC does not have a serial port and only supports USB connection, you will then need a USB-to-Serial adapter so that it can connect to the straight-through serial cable that is provided. d. Click on the Status Window again to refresh the window. 1.6 Pre-Installation using Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Prior to the Epoch-S02-19001W installation, ensure that: a. The correct COM port is selected. b. The donor and server antennas are in place. c.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 3. Open the Epoch-S02-19001W Open the front door of the repeater cabinet by using the key (KEYS01) provided. There are two locks integrated into the door latches. One key works for both locks. ** Please keep the cabinet door open fully during the installation until you are instructed to close the cabinet. # 1 - NMS Port # 4 - Server Antenna Port # 2 - Donor Antenna Port # 3 - AC Power Supply # 5 - Ground Port Figure 3 – Bottom Side of the Repeater 4.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 7. Connect the Serial Cable Using the straight-through serial cable (included in the box), connect one end of the cable to the Epoch-S02-19001W’s NMS port located on the bottom of the repeater (# 1 - Figure 3) and the other end to the laptop’s serial port. 8. Turn On the Power for Epoch-S02-19001W Make sure that the donor and server antennas and the power cable are securely connected to the correct ports. located inside the repeater.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Figure 4 - Installation Window of the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX 12. Select the Desired Band or Bands Select the desired band or bands by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band or bands by clicking the button again. You can select among 15 band combinations; A, B, C, D, E, F, AD, AE, AF, BD, BE, BF, CD, CE or EF. Neither two 5 MHz bands (e.g. DE, DF, etc.) nor two 15 MHz bands (e.g. AB, AC, etc.) are allowed.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 14. Check the Modem Connection Verify that the Auto Connection box is checked and then click on “Connect.” 15. Click on Install After the first three steps, click on “Install.” This installation process will normally take less than 5 minutes. ** Please refer to the “Quick Installation Guide” for any questions or problems that you may encounter during this installation process.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2 User Manual V1.0 using Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX 2.1 Menu Structure 2.1.1 Window Overview Status Control Install you to monitor the current you to change or adjust the through an automated installation of The Status Window allows settings and status of the Epoch-S02-19001W. The Control Window enables Epoch-S02-19001W’s The Install Window guides you the Epoch–SO2-19001W repeater. parameters and settings.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.2 Status Window The Status Window is the monitoring window of the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX. This window enables the user to monitor the status and settings of the Epoch-S02-19001W. In other words, no parameters can be changed in the Status Window. To change parameters, you will need to go to the Control Window. Repeater Input Indicates input signal strength of Band Selection Currently selected band(s) are highlighted.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.3 Control Menu 2.1.3.1 General Setting Window Figure 7 - General Setting Window of the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX AGC Mode AGC (Auto Gain Control) adjusts the variable gain of the repeater to ensure a constant specified output power of 30 dBm. The functionality of the AGC feature is assured under the condition that the input BTS signal is within the specified AGC range (-66 to -26 dBm) and that sufficient isolation exists between antennas (≥ 109 dB).
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Either or both HPAs can be turned off for troubleshooting purposes during an installation process. Uplink Tracking/Offset Modes Uplink tracking mode enables or disables the Uplink Tracking ON feature that sets the gain in the uplink equaling to the gain in the downlink. gain offset is the difference in the uplink and downlink gains.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.3.2 Alarm Setting Window Figure 8 - Alarm Setting Window of the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Control Item Downlink/Uplink RSSI Downlink/Uplink Input Overload Action Downlink Uplink Sets Low RSSI Alarm Level -120 ~ -30 dBm -120 ~ -30 dBm Sets Input Overload Level -90 ~ -20 dBm -90 ~ -20 dBm Table 3 - Alarm Threshold Values RSSI The RSSI alarm is the minimum RSSI value that the Epoch-S02-19001W requires to ensure optimal coverage.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Heartbeat Heartbeat is a periodic message sent out to Wireless Provider’s NOC only if the repeater has a wireless modem connected to it. Control Item Action Setting Value Heartbeat ON/OFF Set Heartbeat Mode ON/OFF Periodic Time Set Heartbeat Time 1 ~ 60 min @ 1 min step Table 4 - Heartbeat Mode and Time Range Heartbeat Mode The Heartbeat ON box is checked by default.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Band Select the desired band or bands by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band or bands by clicking the button again. You can select among a total of 15 band combinations; A, B, C, D, E, F, AD, AE, AF, BD, BE, BF, CD, CE and EF. Neither two 5 MHz bands nor two 15 MHz bands can be selected at any given time.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Figure10 - Info. Window of the Epoch-S02-19001W OMS V4.XX 2.2 Using the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX 2.2.1 Changing Parameters In changing the parameters of the repeater via use of the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX, note that the values entered into the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX are limited to the ranges and modes specified in the Menu Structure section as explained in Section 2.1 on page 15.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Control Menu General Setting Alarm Setting Reboot Periodic Time Factory Setting Manual Gain Control* RSSI* Input Overload* AGC Level Control* Uplink Tracking Offset Figure 11 - Variable Parameters in the Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX 2.3 Alarms All the various alarms that are supported by Epoch-S02-19001W can be viewed by clicking the “Alarm” button on the Status Window.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 In the event of a hard fail alarm, the control board will shutdown the HPA (both uplink & downlink) for 30 seconds and then turns on the HPA to check for a repeated hard fail occurrence. If the next two occurrences sense a hard fail, the control board will shutdown the HPA for 20 minutes (total of three consecutive hard fails). After 20 minutes, the HPA will automatically come back alive and the control board will check if the Hard Fail alarm has cleared.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 The example below distinguishes the difference between an over power soft failure and an over power hard failure: The threshold value for the downlink over power parameter is set to 32.0 dBm (factory set value), a Hard Fail alarm would occur if the downlink over power value was greater than 32.0 dBm (30 dBm is the maximum composite power allowable). Similarly, a Soft Fail alarm would occur if the downlink over power value was greater than 31.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 3 Maintenance Guide for Epoch-S02-19001W 3.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist a. Ensure that the door is closed and locked before inspection. b. Check for loose connections to the repeater and antennas. If connections c. Cables and connectors are in good condition. are loose, make sure that all connections are tightly fastened properly. d. Open the repeater door to check that the repeater is turned on. e.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Epoch-S02 1W OMS V1.XX Scenarios Tx Rx Explanation The COM port can not send or receive data. Check the COM RED RED port connection to the computer and the repeater. Ensure that the repeater is turned on and that the connection to the repeater is secure. Blinking GREEN The repeater is not receiving any commands from the OMS RED Blinking Solid GREEN GREEN software.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 same version as the one provided with the repeater. If it is not, install the version of the OMS software from the CD provided. Option 3: Reposition or rotate the donor antenna around until a stronger signal is received. Low Isolation or Increase the separation between the donor and server Oscillation antennas by moving the antennas around or by rotating them.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 5 Warranty and Repair Policy 5.1 General Warranty The Epoch-S02-19001W carries a Standard Warranty period of two (2) years unless indicated otherwise on the package or in the acknowledgment of the purchase order. 5.2 Limitations of Warranty Your exclusive remedy for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective product. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 number has not been issued, will be returned to you at your expense. Authorized returns are to be shipped prepaid and insured to the address on the RMA in an approved shipping container. You will be given our courier information. It is suggested that the original box and packaging materials should be kept if an occasion arises where a defective product needs to be shipped back to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Appendix A: Specifications A.1 Repeater Specifications ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS Frequency SPECIFICATIONS COMMENTS FL 1930 to 1990 MHz RL 1850 to 1910 MHz TDMA, CDMA & GSM Sub Band Filtering 5 MHz, 15 MHz, or 20 MHz A, D, B, E, F, C, AD, AE, AF, Operating Frequency Programmable Frequency Error ≤ +/- 0.
Epoch-S02-19001W RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS COMMENTS Cabinet Size 15.75 x 17.72 x 9.
