INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Airmux-200 Wireless Broadband Multiplexer Version 1.
Airmux-200 Wireless Broadband Multiplexer Version 1.750 Installation and Operation Manual Notice This manual contains information that is proprietary to RAD Data Communications Ltd. ("RAD"). No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form whatsoever without prior written approval by RAD Data Communications.
Limited Warranty RAD warrants to DISTRIBUTOR that the hardware in the Airmux-200 to be delivered hereunder shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of shipment to DISTRIBUTOR.
General Safety Instructions The following instructions serve as a general guide for the safe installation and operation of telecommunications products. Additional instructions, if applicable, are included inside the manual. Safety Symbols This symbol may appear on the equipment or in the text. It indicates potential safety hazards regarding product operation or maintenance to operator or service personnel.
Handling Energized Products General Safety Practices Do not touch or tamper with the power supply when the power cord is connected. Line voltages may be present inside certain products even when the power switch (if installed) is in the OFF position or a fuse is blown. For DC-powered products, although the voltages levels are usually not hazardous, energy hazards may still exist.
Before connecting the DC supply wires, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. Locate the circuit breaker of the panel board that services the equipment and switch it to the OFF position. When connecting the DC supply wires, first connect the ground wire to the corresponding terminal, then the positive pole and last the negative pole. Switch the circuit breaker back to the ON position.
there are restrictions on the diameter of wires in the telecom cables, between the equipment and the mating connectors. Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cords. Attention Pour réduire les risques s’incendie, utiliser seulement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de section supérieure. Some ports are suitable for connection to intra-building or non-exposed wiring or cabling only.
Note The following part is applicable to non-intentional radiation only. FCC-15 User Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of the 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.
Regulatory Considerations for Radio Sets In order to protect wireless telecommunication systems, local spectrum authorities may impose restrictions on the use of radio sets. The mains regulatory regimes are those of the European Community, which is governed by the R&TTE Directive, and USA/Canada which is governed by USA CFR Ch. 47 and the equivalent Industry Canada regulations.
Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer's Name: RAD Data Communications Ltd. Manufacturer's Address: 24 Raoul Wallenberg St., Tel Aviv 69719, Israel declares that the product: Product Name: Airmux-200/F24E in the frequency range 2.400-2.4835 GHz Conforms to the following standard(s) or other normative document(s): Radio: EN 300 328 V1.4.1 EMC: Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.
Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer's Name: RAD Data Communications Ltd. Manufacturer's Address: 24 Raoul Wallenberg St. Tel Aviv 69719, Israel declares that the product: Product Name: Airmux-200/F54E in the frequency range 5.470-5.725 GHz Conforms to the following standard(s) or other normative document(s): Radio: EN 301 893 V1.2.3 EMC: Broadband radio Access Networks (BRAN); 5 GHz high performance RLAN; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
Quick Start Guide Installation of Airmux-200 should be carried out only by a qualified technician. If you are familiar with Airmux-200, use this guide to prepare the units for operation. If you are not familiar with Airmux-200, please read the Installation and operation Manual carefully. 1.
Quick Start Guide Installation and Operation Manual 3. Installing the Airmux-200 Units To install the ODU: 1. At site A, route the ODU cable from the ODU location (on the roof) to the IDU location (inside the building). The maximum length is 100m. 2. Mount the ODU unit to the mast or wall, using the mounting kit and mounting instructions.
Installation and Operation Manual Quick Start Guide To align the ODU: 1. Connect power to the site A IDU. After approximately 20 seconds the ODU beeper starts beeping. This is normal. 2. Verify normal operation of the IDU by the LED indications on the front panel.
Quick Start Guide Note Installation and Operation Manual Three beeps and a pause is the best signal Two beeps and a pause, signal quality increased One beep and pause is no signal change Any other signal detects no signal between ODUs. 8. Secure the site B ODU to the mast/wall. 9. At site A, adjust the ODU slowly while listening to the beeper sequence until the best signal is attained. 10. Secure the site A ODU to the mast/wall. 11. Monitor the link quality for about 15 minutes to verify stability. 12.
Installation and Operation Manual Quick Start Guide Only UL Listed parts and components will be used for installation. Use UL Listed devices having an environmental rating equal to or better than the enclosure rating to close all unfilled openings Warning 4. Connecting the Power Before connecting any cable, the protective earth terminals of the AC/DC adapter must be connected to the protective ground conductor of the mains power cord.
Quick Start Guide Installation and Operation Manual Connecting Power to an O-PoE AC power is supplied to the O-PoE via a 3m (10 ft) 3-prong AC cable attached to the unit (pigtail). The AC cable is provided with no termination. To connect AC power to an O-PoE: Connect the power cable to a protected/shielded AC mains outlet. The unit will be turned on automatically upon connection to the mains.
Installation and Operation Manual Caution Caution Quick Start Guide Do not connect both LAN ports to the same LAN segment, a loop will be created that will flood the network. For O-PoE only UL Listed parts and components are used for installation. Use UL listed devices having an environmental rating equal to or better than the enclosure rating to close all unfilled openings. Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
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Contents Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Overview....................................................................................................................1-1 Application .............................................................................................................1-1 Product Options......................................................................................................1-1 Features .............................................................................
Table of Contents Installation and Operation Manual Airmux-200 with Automatic Channel Select.......................................................2-17 Airmux-200 5.4 GHz ETSI Version......................................................................2-18 Airmux-200 BRS Version........................................................................................2-19 Selecting the Service Parameters ..........................................................................
Installation and Operation Manual 4.19 4.20 4.21 4.22 Table of Contents Restoring a Configuration File ...............................................................................4-28 Reinstalling the Link .................................................................................................4-28 Resetting Airmux-200 ..............................................................................................4-29 Displaying the Inventory......................................................
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview Airmux-200 is a carrier-class, high capacity, point-to-point broadband wireless transmission system. Airmux-200 combines legacy TDM and Ethernet services over 2.3 to 2.7 and 4.0 to 5.9 GHz bands, and is suitable for deployment in FCC, ETSI, CSA-regulated countries, and other regions. The system provides up to 48 Mbps wireless link and supports ranges of up to 80 km (50 miles) with an external antenna.
Chapter 1 Introduction • Installation and Operation Manual F59, 5.865–5.935 GHz Several special systems are also available; • AIRMUX-200-AIND, All Indoor unit, F58/FCC with 4T1 support. AIRMUX-200-AIND integrates the ODU and the IDU-E into a single 19" IDU-E box. • AIRMUX-200-L, Ethernet only units powered over the Ethernet via PoE unit. Available in F23, F24, or F58 frequency ranges.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Initial encryption and authentication is based on a user-defined master key (Link Password). While standard wireless LAN encrypts only the Ethernet payload, Airmux-200 encrypts both the source and destination MAC addresses. Management Airmux-200 has full local and remote management capabilities. The user-friendly SNMP-based management tool provides full end-to-end configuration, event log and performance monitoring capabilities.
Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual the alarm trap. The ODU sends the alarm within less than a second from actual alarm trigger. The alarm connector is available as an ordering option for the IDU. Link Compatibility Airmux-200 indicates the version compatibility via software traps. As new hardware is added to existing networks compatibility issues may arise. Trap messages indicate the problem and suggest upgrades as appropriate.
Installation and Operation Manual 1.2 Chapter 1 Introduction Physical Description An Airmux-200 system may consist of an Outdoor Unit (ODU) and an Indoor Unit, which may be an IDU or an IDU-E; an All Indoor Unit, AIND; or an all outdoor unit O-PoE, housed in a weather proof enclosure. Figure 1-2 shows the IDU, IDU-E carrier class unit, and an ODU with integrated antenna. Figure 1-2. Airmux-200 Units Figure 1-3.
Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual IDU-E The IDU-E front panel includes four LEDs that display the status of E1/T1and, wireless link, self-test results, and ODU-to-IDU link. For a detailed description of the front panel LEDs, see Chapter 3. ODU ODU includes a power connector, which receives -48 VDC, and RJ-45 for Ethernet traffic from the IDU. The ODU is attached to a mast using a special mounting kit, which is supplied with the unit.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Features Description Power Source 100–240 VAC 20 to 60 VDC (protected against reverse polarity connection) AC/DC or both O-PoE O-PoE (Outdoor Power over Ethernet) includes an AC power cable with no termination which can be connected to100-220 VAC outlet. The designated PoE connector is connected to an ODU via a shielded CAT-5e twisted pair cable and delivers Ethernet traffic with 48 VDC power towards the ODU.
Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual Figure 1-4. ODU Block Diagram 1.4 Air Interface 1-8 Technical Specifications Technology OFDM Duplexing Method Time Division Duplex (TDD) Capacity Configurable up to 48 Mbps Modulation OFDM - BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM Channel Resolution 5/10/20 MHz Transmitter Power Specification is different per product, for further details refer to the Link Budget Calculator Range Up to 41 km (25.
Installation and Operation Manual Frequency Bands [GHz] and Standards Chapter 1 Introduction 2.300–2.483 FCC, ETSI 2.496–2.690 FCC part 27 (BRS) 4.940–4.990 FCC 5.150–5.350 FCC 5.470–5.725 ETSI 5.725–5.850 FCC Antennas (See Antenna Characteristics in Appendix E) LAN Interface PHY Up to 2 × 10/100BaseT, auto-sensing Framing/Coding IEEE 802.
Chapter 1 Introduction Power Alarm Connector Physical Installation and Operation Manual SERVICE (green/red) E1/T1 signal status Source IDU: 100–240 VAC via external AC/DC converter IDU-E: 100–240 VAC via AC cable -48 VDC (-42 to –60 VDC), 24 VDC Power Received by the ODU -48 VDC Power Consumption ODU plus IDU – 10W max ODU plus IDU-E – 14W max Connector IDU 2-pin IDU-E AC – 3-pin IEC connector DC – 3-pin terminal block Connector DB-9 female Electrical Characteristics Dry Contact, 30V/2A Ma
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2.1 Introduction This section describes the installation, alignment, and setup procedures for an Airmux-200 system. After installing the hardware and establishing a link, refer to Chapter 3 for operation instructions and Chapter 4 for configuration instructions. In case a problem is encountered, refer to Chapter 5 for test and diagnostic instructions.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual Package Contents The Airmux-200 packages include the following items: ODU package containing: ODU Mast/Wall mounting kit plus mounting instructions CD-ROM [Airmux-200 Manager, Installation and Operation Manual, and Link Budget Calculator] Self adhesive label showing the MAC address and the alternative community string KEY. Keep this label safe.
Installation and Operation Manual 2.4 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Additional Equipment Required The following is a list of the equipment required for installing the Airmux-200 hardware: • RJ-45 crimp tool (if pre-assembled ODU/IDU cable is not used) • Drill (for wall mounting only) • IDU and ODU grounding cables • O-PoE 10AWG grounding cable • 13 mm (½″) spanner/wrench • Cable ties • Laptop running Windows 2000 or Windows XP. 2.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Figure 2-1. Typical Installation Diagram 2.6 Mounting the ODU or O-PoE The ODU is the transmitting and receiving element of the Airmux-200 system. The ODU or O-PoE can be mounted on a mast or a wall. In both installations, the supplied mounting kit is used to secure the ODU. Appendix B describes the mast/wall installation instructions. An Airmux-200 link operates in pairs of two ODUs with the same configuration.
Installation and Operation Manual Warning Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Prior to connecting cables to the ODU, the protective earth terminal (screw) of the ODU must be connected to an external protective ground conductor or to a grounded mast. For an O-PoE the grounding cable must be connected to an external protective ground conductor or to a grounded mast via the mounting ear of the O-PoE. Only a qualified person using the proper safety equipment should climb the antenna mast.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual To connect the ODU or O-PoE to the IDU 1. ODU: Route the cable from the ODU to the IDU. O-PoE: Route the cable from ODU to O-PoE along the mast or wall. 2. Secure the cable along its path. 3. ODU: Connect the ODU-IDU cable to the RJ-45 connector on the IDU designated ODU or WAN. O-PoE: Connect the ODU-IDU cable to the RJ-45 connector on the O-PoE designated PoE. The figures below illustrate typical IDU panels.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2-6. Airmux-200 Outdoor PoE (O-PoE) Note Panels may be fitted with different connector combinations than shown, depending on the model ordered. 2.8 Airmux-200 Management Software Minimum Requirements The Airmux-200 management application is distributed on CD-ROM as an executable file.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Installing the Software To install the Airmux-200 management program: 1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2. The autorun feature starts to install the software automatically. If the installation does not start automatically, run setup.exe. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions of the installation wizard to complete setup of the Airmux-200 management program in the desired location.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup To connect AC power to an IDU-E: 1. Connect the power cable socket to the power connector on the Airmux-200 front panel. 2. Connect the power cable plug to the mains outlet. The unit turns on automatically upon connection to the mains. To connect DC power to an IDU-E A special IEC 60320 adapter for-48 VDC power connection is supplied with the unit.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual 4. Coarsely align the site B ODU in the direction of the site A ODU. 5. Make an azimuth sweep of 180 degrees with the site A ODU. So that the strongest signal from site B can be detected. 6. Slowly turning the site A ODU back towards the position of site B, listen to the beeps until the best signal is reached. Figure 2-7 indicates the beeper signals with the black representing the beeps. Figure 2-7.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2-8. Login Screen 3. Select the Connection Mode for the IP Address: Local Mode: Select Local Connection (Broadcast), if user is connected directly to the IDU LAN port. Network Mode Enter IP address (of the ODU) Default address: 10.0.0.120 The Subnet mask is 255.0.0.0. Versions 1.700 and up, any valid subnet mask may be used. Note The actual IP address is defined during link configuration (see Defining the Management Addresses). 4.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Figure 2-9. Login Screen with Community Options Visible • If using the system for the first time, leave the default community passwords, netman for read-write, and public for read-only. • If community values have previously been defined, enter them in the readonly or read-write communities. • If you are a user with read-only permission, click the Read Only Mode check box.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2-10. Airmux-200 Manager Main Screen 2.12 Over-the-Air Connection Indication During the login the Manager reports on over the air connection. Note Over the Air connection to remote unit is not recommended • Select the relevant option for your login requirements. Figure 2-11. Over the Air Connection Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual 2.13 Installing the Link During the installation procedure, the definition of all parameters is automatically applied to both sides of the link. Note For HSS screens see Appendix F. To install the link: 1. Verify that the management station is properly connected to the same LAN as the IDU, and the Airmux-200 Manager application is running. 2. With BRS systems you need to activate the link at both sites, see Appendix G for method.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 5. On the first installation the default link password must be changed. Click OK in the message box. The Change Link Password dialog box opens. Note Use the Hide Characters check box for maximum security. Figure 2-13. Change Link Password Dialog Box 6. Enter the default link password wireless-bridge. 7. Enter a new password. 8. Retype the new password in the confirm field. 9. Click OK. 10.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Figure 2-14. Installation Wizard, System Dialog Box 12. Enter a SSID (System ID). The SSID must include at least eight alphanumeric characters. Up to 24 characters are allowed. Note Both sides of a link must have the same SSID number for data transmission to take place. 13. Enter a Link Name for the link identification. 14. Enter a name for site 1. 15. Enter a name for site 2. 16. Enter the Link Password (version 1.400 and after).
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup The Channel Setting dialog box appears. This dialog box may be different according to the version that you have purchased. Selecting Channels Airmux-200 later than version 1.300 has a feature called Automatic Channel Select, which allows you to define several alternative frequency channels if interference is detected on the channel in use.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual When changing the channel bandwidth Airmux-200 repeats evaluation of the link. Note ACS is disabled if 5 or 10 MHz channel bandwidth are selected. F2.x GHz versions with TDM services operate at 10 or 20 MHz steps only. Ethernet Only also supports 5 MHz bandwidth. 3. Click the check box if Automatic Channel Selection is required. 4.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup The Evaluating Rate box appears. The optimum rate for the link is selected. The Service Parameters dialog box opens. Airmux-200 BRS Version Note Both sites in a BRS Link must be configured identically. Any changes to the frequency settings cause the link to re-synchronize. A short loss of service will occur during re-synchronization. To Configure BRS Channel Settings 1. Select the Band Plan. 2.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Selecting the Service Parameters The user defines the type of service required, Ethernet Only or Ethernet with TDM. The bandwidth remaining available for Ethernet if TDM services are required is shown in the dialog box. Note Airmux-200-L versions are Ethernet Only. Figure 2-17. Installation Wizard, Services Dialog Box To select the services: 1. In the Service dialog box, select one of the following: E1/T1 – E1/T1 data and Ethernet data.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 3. Click Next. If TDM services were selected, then the TDM parameters dialog box appears, (see Figure 2-18). 4. The optimum transmission rate for the selected services is evaluated. Table 2-1 shows the rates used by Airmux-200. Note Airmux-200-L versions do not have TDM services, they operate at a default rate of 2 Mbps.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Table 2-2.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2-18. TDM Parameters dialog box Note This dialog box is available only with IDU units, it is activated after TDM service was chosen in the previous Service dialog box. In Ethernet only services, the TDM dialog box does not appear. Setting the T1 Line Code The T1 line code can be set as B8Zs or AMI in the TDM Parameters dialog box. The default is B8ZS.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual To use the Backup Mode 1. Click Enabled Backup Mode. 2. Set which link is backup link; either Airmux-200 or the external equipment. The second link becomes the main link. To disable the Backup mode 1. Click Disable Backup Link 2. Set which link is the Main Link; either Airmux-200 or the external equipment. Figure 2-19. TDM Backup, IDU-R units only 3. Click Next.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2-20. Installation Wizard, Finish Screen 4. Click Finish to complete the installation wizard. When the wireless link is established between the site A and site B units, the Quality bar is within the yellow area for Ethernet only links, or within the green area for Ethernet plus TDM links. 5. Verify that the Radio Signal Strength (RSS) is according to expected results as determined by the Link Budget Calculator. 2.
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual connecting to different LANs depending on the IDU unit ordered. Refer to Appendix A for the connector pinout. Notes 2-26 Use a straight cable for router connection. Do not connect two LAN ports to the same LAN, or flooding may occur. Connecting the User Equipment Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Chapter 3 Operation This section provides the following information for Airmux-200: • Operating procedures (turning-on and turning-off) • IDU indicators • Normal Indications • Default settings • Managing the Airmux-200 3.1 Turning On Airmux-200 To turn on Airmux-200: • Connect the AC/DC converter to the IDU power connector and to the mains. See Chapter 2 for full instructions on connecting the power. The PWR indicator lights up (IDU only) and remains lit as long as the IDU is receiving power.
Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual Figure 3-1. IDU Front Panel Figure 3-2. Typical IDU-E Front Panel Figure 3-3. Airmux-200-AIND All Indoor Radio Unit Table 3-1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation WAN/LAN Indicators The WAN/LAN and TDM connectors (IDU rear panel, IDU-E front panel) have LED indicators that show the operating status. Table 3-2 and Table 3-3 describe the indicators. Table 3-2. WAN/LAN LEDs Name Color Function Location LINK Green On – Good Ethernet link integrity WAN/LAN connectors ACT Yellow Blinks according to the Ethernet traffic WAN/LAN connectors Table 3-3.
Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual 3.3 Default Settings Table 3-5 lists the default settings of the Airmux-200 configuration parameters. Table 3-5. Default Settings Parameter Default Value ODU IP Address 10.0.0.120 Subnet Mask 255.0.0.0 SSID – Frequency First Frequency in the range Rate Adaptive Services Ethernet Ethernet Configuration Auto Detect Bridge Hub Mode.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation Figure 3-4. Main Screen, Wireless Link is Active The Airmux Manager main screen consists of the following elements: • Toolbar – includes buttons serving for: Changing configuration parameters of operating wireless link; assigning text files for storing alarms, statistics and configuration data (Link Configuration button) Performing preliminary configuration of the system (Link Installation button). This button is disabled once a link is defined.
Chapter 3 Operation • Installation and Operation Manual Monitor Pane – displays the link quality between local and remote devices and the following statistics: Radio signal strength (RSS) in dBm Current Ethernet bandwidth in Mbps. This is not the actual traffic rate, but the maximum capacity that can be supported currently, see Figure 3-5. The scale on the bar adjusts according the link distance and the link budget. Local/remote receive and transmit traffic rate, in Mbps or Fps (frames per second).
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation Figure 3-5. Ethernet Bandwidth Indication To change link configuration parameters: 1. In the Main menu, click Configure Link. The Configure Link wizard appears. See Chapter 4 for configuration details. 2. Click Next. 3. Continue through the configuration wizard and define the Link name and ID, Channel, Rate and Services. 4. Once you finish changing configuration parameters, click Finish.
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Chapter 4 Configuration This chapter describes configuration procedures, which are performed after the physical installation of the local and remote Airmux-200 units and the Installation Link wizard has been performed. A second wizard is used to redefine the configuration parameters if necessary. Both sites in the link are defined simultaneously.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Figure 4-1. Configuration Link Wizard 3. Click Next. The Link Configuration dialog box appears (see Figure 4-2). Figure 4-2. Link Configuration, System Dialog Box 4-2 Configuring the System Parameters Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration 4. In the System dialog box, enter the new data for the link. All fields with a white background can be edited. 5. Click Next. The Frequency dialog box appears. 4.2 Selecting Channels The user is required to define the operating frequency channel. Newer versions of Airmux-200 have a feature called Automatic Channel Select.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual To define automatic channel selection: 1. Select the main frequency from the Operating Channel menu. 2. Select the required Bandwidth 5, 10, or 20 MHz. Note F2.x GHz versions operate at 10 or 20 MHz steps only. 3. Click the check box if Automatic Channel Selection is required. 4. Click the check boxes in the Available Channels List of all the allowable channels that can be automatically selected. 5.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-4. Channel Select Dialog Box (DFS, ETSI Requirement) The sign on the configuration Wizard and Status bar indicates that the radar detection is on. To define automatic channel selection in the 5.4 ETSI version 1. Select the main frequency from the Operating Channel menu. Note Automatic Channel Selection is selected by default. 2.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual The maximum rate is selected according to the link conditions The quality bar shows the adjustment until the system finds the best quality link. 5. Click Next. The Service Parameters dialog box appears. Airmux-200 BRS Version Note Both sites in a BRS Link must be configured identically. Any changes to the frequency settings cause the link to re-synchronize. A short loss of service will occur during re-synchronization.
Installation and Operation Manual 4.3 Chapter 4 Configuration Configuring Service Parameters The user defines the type of service required, Ethernet Only or Ethernet with TDM. The bandwidth remaining available for Ethernet if TDM services are required is shown in the dialog box. Note Airmux-200-L versions are Ethernet Only. In the Service Parameters dialog box select if Airmux-200 is to provide E1/T1, (x1 or x2 for IDU, or x4 for IDU-E).
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual The TDM Parameters dialog box or the Finish screen appears depending on which services were selected. Figure 4-6. Service Parameters Dialog Box, E1/T1 Interface 4.4 Configuring TDM Operation Setting the Clock Configuration The TDM clock feature is enabled in all carrier class IDU’s in addition to new hardware IDU’s. A TDM dialog box will appear where IDU supports the clocking configuration feature (see Figure 4-7 and Figure 4-8).
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-7. TDM Clock Dialog Box for T1 IDU Figure 4-8. TDM Clock Dialog Box for E1 IDU If TDM services are selected then the TDM parameters dialog box appears. The TDM Parameters dialog box contains five working modes; select the appropriate clock mode according to your application. Choosing one of these Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual modes sets the TDM clock behavior on both sides of the link. The user equipment must be configured as described Table 4-1. Table 4-1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Setting the TDM Backup (IDU-R only) IDU-R units have two E1 trunk lines, one for Airmux-200 air interface via the ODU, and the second external equipment such as a PBX. The TDM backup screen is displayed in IDU-R systems only. The external equipment status is displayed on the Main screen of the Manager in IDU-R systems. To use the Backup Mode 1. Click Enabled Backup Mode. 2.
Chapter 4 Configuration • Installation and Operation Manual Click Finish to complete the configuration wizard. The Main screen is displayed. 4.5 Editing the Configuration Parameters You can edit the configuration parameters for each site individually without running a wizard. From the Configuration dialog box, (see Figure 4-10) the following functions are available by selecting the items on the left of the dialog box: System Edit the contact person and location details.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-10. Configuration Dialog Box 3. Select the appropriate item in the left hand list to open a dialog box. 4. Click Apply to save the changes. 4.6 Changing the Transmit Power Each site can have a different transmit power level. To change the Transmit Power: 1. Click Configuration from the main menu. 2. Select which site to configure. The Configuration dialog box opens. 3. Select Air Interface. (See Figure 4-11) 4.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Figure 4-11. Changing the Transmit Power Table 4-2.
Installation and Operation Manual 4.7 Chapter 4 Configuration Defining the Management Addresses Each site must be configured separately, first site A then site B. To define the Management Addresses: 1. Click Configuration from the main menu. 2. Select which site to configure. The Configuration dialog box opens. 3. Select Management (see Figure 4-12). 4. Enter the IP address of the ODU in the IP address field.
Chapter 4 Configuration Notes Installation and Operation Manual The Installation mode button opens the Link Installation wizard to reinstall the link. The Backup and Restore buttons are for saving and restoring the configuration files. 4.8 Configuring VLAN Management VLAN management enables the separation of user traffic from NMS traffic. The user decides if such a separation is required. Both the headquarters and remote sites are configured with VLAN management. To enable VLAN management: 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-13: Configuring VLAN Settings Warning When this parameter is changed, it causes the management application to immediately disconnect. In order to avoid problems, verify the change by setting the VLAN on only one ODU. Only after proper VLAN network operation is verified, the other VLAN setting can be changed. To troubleshoot VLAN problems: If the VLAN ID is forgotten or no VLAN network is connected to the ODU: • Reset the device.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual recommended since reset, power up, or synchronization with an NTP server will override the setting. Note • The NTP uses UDP port 123. If a firewall is configured between the ODU and the NTP server this port must be opened. (Windows XP command w32tm /stripchart /computer: can be use to check the NTP server connectivity). • It can take up to 8 minutes for the NTP to synchronize the ODU date and time. To set Date and time 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-15. Manually Changing Date and Time 4.10 Configuring the Bridge Bridge configuration is required in various network topologies, such as protection (1+1) and ring application. The bridge configuration parameters are located under the Advanced tab of the Configuration dialog box (Figure 4-16). Figure 4-16. Advanced Configuration-Ethernet Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual ODU Bridge Mode This parameter controls the ODU mode with two optional values, Note • Hub Mode – in Hub mode the ODU transparently forwards the all the packets over the wireless link. • Bridge Mode – In Bridge mode the ODU performs both learning and aging, the aging time of the ODU is fixed at 300 seconds. Changing these modes requires system reset. IDU Aging time This parameter controls the IDU aging time.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration To configure the Ethernet Mode: 1. From the Configuration menu, select the site to reconfigure. The Site Configuration dialog box opens. 2. Click Advanced > Ethernet. 3. In the Ethernet Ports Configuration pane, use the drop-down menu to select the LAN configuration. 4. Click Apply to save the changes. Note It is possible to close the Ethernet service by disconnecting the Ethernet port.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual 4.13 Configuring the Jitter Buffer To increase system resistance to interference the Jitter buffer, the receiver jitter buffer for each site can be enlarged by configuration. The larger the jitter buffer, the longer the interference period that the system overcomes without TDM BER. You can also decrease the jitter buffer to decrease the system delay. The jitter buffer can be configured between 2.1 and 16.0 milliseconds.
Installation and Operation Manual Caution Chapter 4 Configuration Use extra caution when decreasing the value, since the service quality might be affected during interference. In cases of asymmetric interference, the jitter buffer can be set to different values per site. Latency is also asymmetric in these cases. 4.14 Changing Community Values The ODU communicates with the management application using SNMPv1 protocol.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Figure 4-18. Changing the Community String Forgotten Community String If the read-write community string is unknown, an alternative community key can be used. The alternative community key is unique per ODU and can be used only in order to change the community strings. The alternative community key is supplied with the product, and it is recommended to keep it safe.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Figure 4-19. Alternative Community Dialog box 4.15 Changing Passwords There are two passwords necessary to use the Airmux-200 system. The first is encountered when running the management software, the second, the link Password is used for encryption purposes and is found when installing or configuring the link. Changing the Management Password To change the management password 1. From the Tools menu, select Change Password 2.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual To change the Link Password: 1. From the Configuration dialog box, select the Security tab 2. Click Change next to the Link Password field box. The Change Link Password dialog box appears. 3. Enter the current link password. 4. Enter the new password. 5. Enter the new password again in the Confirm box. Forgotten the Link Password In case of a forgotten link password, the user may enter the key password supplied with the product.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration To restore the beeper: 1. Click Configuration in the Menu bar and select the relevant site. The Configuration dialog box opens. 2. In the Configuration dialog box, click the Buzzer button. The button toggles between on and off. The Beeper starts. 4.17 Setting External Alarm Inputs The IDU-E has two external alarm inputs in the form of dry-contact relays.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual 4.18 Managing Configuration Files Saving the Airmux-200 Configuration in a File Airmux-200 management software allows you to save configuration parameters of the local and remote units on the management station as an INI file. Each site is saved in a separate INI file. To save the configuration in a file: 1. Click Configuration from the main menu. 2. Select which site to backup. The configuration dialog box opens. 3. Click Backup. 4.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Airmux-200 enters install mode and the beeper starts beeping. 4. Realign the ODUs and complete the Installation wizard (see Chapter2). 4.20 Resetting Airmux-200 Note Resetting the link causes service disconnection. In order to maintain the link configuration, reset the remote Airmux-200 first. To reset Airmux-200: 1. From Maintenance, reset the remote Airmux-200. 2. From Maintenance, reset the local Airmux-200. To reset to Factory Defaults 1.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Figure 4-21. Inventory Screen 4.22 Configuration via Telnet A Telnet terminal can be used to configure and monitor the ODU on site. Remote configuration cannot be performed via Telnet. The login password is identical to the communities' strings; read allows display only, read/write allows display and set commands. Table 4-3 depicts the Telnet commands that are supported: 4-30 Configuration via Telnet Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Table 4-4.
Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Hello admin, welcome to ODU Management CLI! +-----------------------------------------------------------+ Software Revision 1.700_b900_Feb 11 2007 +-----------------------------------------------------------+ admin@10.103.6.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting This chapter describes the Airmux-200 diagnostic functions, which include: • Get Link Information • Monitoring Performance • Error detection and alarms including Link Compatibility • Diagnostic tests (local and remote loopbacks on E1 or T1 link) • Troubleshooting • Frequently asked questions. 5.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Figure 5-1. Get Link Information 5.2 Monitoring Performance Airmux-200 constantly monitors traffic over the radio link and collects the following statistics data: • Site 1/Site 2 received traffic rate (in Mbps) • Site 1/Site 2 received frames rate (in Mbps) • Radio signal strength (in dBm) • Error (Blocks). The statistics (monitor) log and event log can be saved as TXT files.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Figure 5-2. Preferences Dialog Box, Monitor Tab Setting the Events Preferences You can define a color that the traps are displayed in the monitor pane, according to severity of the event. The severity is predefined. To set the trap color: 1. From the Tools menu, choose Preferences. The Preferences dialog box appears. 2. Click the Events Tab (see Figure 5-3). 3. Select the Event priority type and click on the button.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Saving the Events Log To save the event log: 1. From the Tools menu, choose Preferences. The Preferences dialog box appears (see Figure 5-3). 2. Click the Events Tab. 3. Select the file to save. 4. Click the check box to open the file for saving. 5. Click the button and in the Select File dialog box indicate in which folder and under what name the alarm log file is to be saved, and click OK. Figure 5-3.
Installation and Operation Manual • Current (t=0) • 15 minutes Intervals • Daily. Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting UAS – This parameter counts the time the air link was not providing any service. There are several possible reasons for this situation; one of the sites has a power failure, high interference, maintenance operation, etc. Radio BBER Threshold – This parameter counts the seconds in which the radio performance is below a user specified threshold.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Table 5-1. Explanation Of Performance Data Data type Reported value Explanation Generic PM Data UAS – Unavailable Seconds Seconds in which the interface was out of service. ES – Error Second The number of seconds in which there was at least an error block. Note that notation of an error block is different per interface.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Table 5-2. Action Of The Tool Bar Button Commands Button Action Get Data Uploads the selected report from the ODU. Save Saves the data in a CSV or Text format for additional analysis. Clear Removes the current data from the window. Selection pane Selects the site, interface, and interval to be displayed. Threshold Opens the threshold configuration dialog box (Figure 5-5) to set the Air Interface thresholds.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Table 5-3.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Figure 5-6. Active Alarms Summary Table 5-4. Active Alarms Command Buttons Command Action Save Saves the alarms in CSV or text format for further analysis. Refresh Reads the alarms from the ODU, and displays the alarms. Site Selects site for the active alarms. Close Closes the active alarm window. 5.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 5.6 Installation and Operation Manual Link Compatibility Airmux-200 indicates the version compatibility via software traps. As new hardware is added to existing networks compatibility issues may arise. An incompatibility issue is indicated to the user via a change of color of the Link Status box on the Main Menu screen. Trap messages in the Event Log indicate the problems or limitations and suggest upgrades when appropriate.
Installation and Operation Manual 5.7 Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Testing Airmux-200 Airmux-200 supports activation of the internal and external loopbacks on the local and remote units. To activate a loopback: 1. From the Maintenance menu, choose Set Loopbacks. The Loopbacks dialog box appears (see Figure 5-7). 2. From the Local or Remote drop-down box, select a loopback that you intend to run, and click OK. A confirmation message appears. 3. Click OK to activate a loopback.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Local External Loopback Local Airmux-200 can be set to an external loopback to test the local E1/T1 port and its connection to the local side user equipment. In this mode, data coming from the local user equipment is looped back to it (see Figure 5-8). This loopback is initiated from a management station connected to the local unit. E1/T1 Interface Testing Equipment Local ODU Management Station Figure 5-8.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Remote External Loopback Remote Airmux-200 can be set to an external loopback to test the remote E1/T1 port and its connection to the remote side user equipment. In this mode, data coming from the remote user equipment is looped back to it (see Figure 5-10). This loopback is initiated by an inband command sent from a management station connected to the local unit.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 5.8 Installation and Operation Manual Troubleshooting Use Table 5-7 and Table 5-7 to diagnose any faults in the system. Table 5-6. Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy No power Verify that AC power is connected to the IDU. Verify that the ODU cable is properly wired and connected. No signal Complete the installation procedure from the management software. Verify the ODU alignment.
Installation and Operation Manual 5.9 Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Replacing an ODU Prior to any action verify that both ODUs have the same software version (Configuration > Configure site > Inventory). If one ODU has an old software version, perform a software upgrade. It is important to configure the new ODU exactly the same as the old ODU to avoid configuration mismatches, which will disrupt the link. An ODU may be replaced with a new ODU in one several ways.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual Q: What type of security is offered on Airmux-200? A: Airmux-200 has three levels of security: 1. AES hardware mechanism 2. Each unit uses a unique SSID link-specific code (up to 24 alphanumeric characters) 3. Proprietary protocol protects from eavesdropping from other systems.
Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Rate [Mbps] Sensitivity [dB] 12 -84 18 -81 36 -74 48 -68 Q: Does Airmux-200 withhold any MAC Addresses? A: The Airmux-200 is a layer 2 Bridge (VLAN transparent). The built-in switch contains a MAC Address table up to 2047. Q: Can I use any category 5e cable in order to connect the IDU and ODU? A: The cable should be suitable for outdoor use, and shielded Category 5e.
Chapter 5 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Installation and Operation Manual 5.11 Technical Support Technical support for this product can be obtained from the local distributor from whom it was purchased. For further information, please contact the RAD distributor nearest you or one of RAD's offices worldwide. This information can be found at www.rad.com (offices – About RAD > Worldwide Offices; distributors – Where to Buy > End Users). 5-18 Technical Support Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix A Pinouts A.1 ODU-IDU Cable The ODU-IDU cable is standard CAT-5, 4 twisted-pair 24 AWG FTP, terminated with RJ-45 connectors on both ends. It is covered by a cable gland on the ODU side for hermetic sealing. Table A-1 shows the connector pinout. Table A-1.
Appendix A Pinouts Installation and Operation Manual A.2 User Port Connectors The IDU includes ports for connecting E1/T1 and 10/100BaseT Ethernet user devices. Trunk Port The Trunk (E1/T1) interface terminates in an 8-pin RJ-45 balanced connector, wired in accordance to Table A-2. Table A-2. E1/T1 Connector Pinout Pin Function 4,5 Receive (input) 1,2 Transmit (output) LAN Port The LAN 10/100BaseT interface terminates in an 8-pin RJ-45 connector, wired in accordance to Table A-3. Table A-3.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix A Pinouts IDU-C Alarm Connector Table Table A-5 lists the alarm connector pinout. Table A-5.
Appendix A Pinouts A-4 IDU-C Connectors Installation and Operation Manual Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix B Mast and Wall Installation B.1 Mounting the ODU or O-PoE The ODU or O-PoE can be mounted on a mast or a wall. ODU Mounting Kit Contents The ODU mounting kit includes the following items: • One Large Clamp (see figure B-1) • One Small Clamp (see figure B-2) • One Arm (see figure B-3) • Four Screw hex head M8x40 • Two Screw hex head M8x70 • Four Washer flat M8 • Three Washer spring M8 • Two M8 Nuts. Figure B-1. Large Clamp Airmux-200 Ver. 1.750 Figure B-2.
Appendix B Mast and Wall Installation Installation and Operation Manual Mounting Airmux-200 on a Mast B-2 Mounting the ODU or O-PoE Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix B Mast and Wall Installation Mounting Airmux-200 on a Wall Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix B Mast and Wall Installation B.2 Installation and Operation Manual Mounting an External Antenna The optional external antenna can be mounted on a mast. External Antenna Mounting Kit Contents The external antenna mounting kit includes the following items: • • • • • • • Twelve flat washers Eight spring washers Eight hex nuts Four bolts One U-bracket One pivoting bracket Two metal strap clamps. To install external antenna on the mast: 1.
Appendix C Link Budget Calculator C.1 Overview The Link Budget Calculator is a utility for calculating the expected performance of the Airmux-200 wireless link and the possible configurations for a specific link range. The utility allows you to calculate the expected RSS of the link, and find the type of services and their effective throughput as a function of the link range and deployment conditions. The Link Budget Calculator is supplied on the Airmux-200 Manager CD.
Appendix C Link Budget Calculator Installation and Operation Manual 2W = 2000 mW 10 x Log (2000) =33 dBm C Max/ Min range (distance) Airmux-200 sensitivity threshold in -60dB range (-30 dBm < RSS (sensitivity) <-90 dBm, in addition Propagation Delay is also considered 3.3uS / 1 km (refer to Throughput vs Distance guideline Example 2: RSS = Tx(power) + Ant(Tx) + Ant(Rx) – loss loss = 32.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix C Link Budget Calculator Figure C-3. Climate and Terrain Factor Figure C-4. Geographical Conditions Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix C Link Budget Calculator Installation and Operation Manual Figure C-5. Fresnel Zone C.3 Using the Link Budget Calculator The Link Budget Calculator comprises of one table where all the link parameters are defined. To calculate the link budget 1. Select your system product from the dropdown list of products. 2. Select the rate from the dropdown list. The rate defines the air-interface rate in Mbps.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix C Link Budget Calculator The Expected Performance parameters are calculated and displayed in the lower part of the table. Expected RSS – this is the number that the Airmux-200 Manager software shows when the Airmux-200 ODUs are best aligned. Ethernet Rate – Maximum throughput available with the chosen system. If the expected performance is not suitable for your application, select a different data rate and re-calculate. Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix C Link Budget Calculator C-6 Using the Link Budget Calculator Installation and Operation Manual Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix D AIND Antenna Alignment Procedure Use this procedure when using the all indoor system Airmux-200-AIND or manually aligning two Airmux-200 units. To achieve the best benefit and link budget from the Airmux-200 installation, the link antennas must be aligned and the two antennas should exactly face each other. In order to achieve the best performance, the line of sight must be as clear as possible with no obstructions between the two sites.
Appendix D AIND Antenna Alignment Procedure D.1 Installation and Operation Manual Expected Signal Level Based on the link budget parameters of the actual Airmux sites, you need to calculate the expected signal level that will be received by the receiving site. Use the Link Budget Calculator utility supplied on the Airmux-200 Manager Software CD-ROM to calculate the expected performance of the Airmux-200 wireless link.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix D AIND Antenna Alignment Procedure When the SA reads the expected receive signal, the antennas are aligned and there is an indication of a good link between the sites. 6. Tighten the antenna azimuth axis and elevation axis. 7. Stop the CW function. The NMS will restart the system. 8. Connect Airmux-200-AIND unit to external antenna. See Airmux-200 Installation and Operation Manual for details. The operational link is shown in Figure 2-3. 9.
Appendix D AIND Antenna Alignment Procedure D.5 Installation and Operation Manual Alignment Troubleshooting If the link is not within the acceptable limit as defined in Evaluating the Link, check the following: • Verify that both antennas have the same polarization (horizontal/vertical). • Check all the Airmux-200-AIND cable connectors for faulty connections. • Verify that there are no obstacles in the Fresnel zone of the antenna path such as large buildings, trees, etc.
Appendix E Antenna Characteristics An antenna is the radiating and receiving element from which the radio signal, in the form of RF power, is radiated to its surroundings and vice versa. The transmission range is a function of the antenna gain and transmitting power. These factors are limited by country regulations. Airmux-200 may be operated with an integrated antenna attached to the ODU unit, or with an external antenna wired to the ODU via an N-type connector.
Appendix E Antenna Characteristics Installation and Operation Manual Used for 2.4 GHz applications. Due to the large size, the grid design minimizes weight and windloading. Grid Antenna E-2 Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization F.1 Introduction HSS is an ordering option, Airmux-200 ODU units are supplied with special hardware for the collocation of several units, using a method called Hub Site Synchronization (HSS). HSS uses an external cable connected to all collocated Airmux-200 radios. This cable carries pulses sent to each radio, which synchronize their transmission with each other.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Installation and Operation Manual Figure F-2. Collocated Units Using Hub Site Synchronization F.2 Hardware Installation HSS supports installation of up to eight collocated units. In addition to each unit being connected to its IDU or PoE device, the collocated unit has an additional cable that is connected to the HSS Unit. The HSS Unit is a compact, weatherproof (IP67) connector box that is installed on the same mast as the ODUs.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization SYNC 1 SYNC 2 SYNC 3 SYNC 4 SYNC 5 HSS Unit connector instructions: Ports must be connected continuously When disconnecting a radio unit shift used ports to maintain continuous connectivity SYNC 10 SYNC 9 SYNC 8 SYNC 7 SYNC 6 Figure F-3. HSS Interconnection Unit Note Ensure that the collocated units are connected in sequence from SYNC 1.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Installation and Operation Manual The remote ODUs that are not located at the hub site, are called Independent Units and do not require HSS hardware. Figure F-4. HSS Typical Application F.4 Radio Frame Pattern Table The synchronization pulse is termed Radio Frame Pattern (RFP). Four RFP pulses are available. The RFP is selected depending on the type of services that the complete system is to provide (see Table F-1.
Installation and Operation Manual F.5 Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization HSS Link Configuration For HSS-enabled units, the Hub Site Synchronization Settings dialog box appears in the Link Configuration Wizard. Figure F-5. Hub Site Synchronization Settings Dialog Box The Synchronization Status dialog box displays the current status of each side of the link.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Installation and Operation Manual Table F-2. External Pulse Status Status Description Text Color Not Detected Sync pulses not detected Green Generating Unit is HSM and is generating RFP pulses Green Generating and Detected Unit is HSM and generating RFP pulses and is also receiving pulses from another unit. Incorrect configuration.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Figure F-6. Hub Site Configuration Dialog Box F.6 Site Configuration For units that support HSS, the Hub Site Sync option appears in the Air Interface section and displays the current HSS of the unit. Configure the unit from the Link Configuration Wizard according to the procedure described above. Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Installation and Operation Manual Figure F-7. Site Configuration – Hub Site Sync Dialog Box Figure F-8 is displayed when the hardware does not support HSS. These units may be used as independent remote units. F-8 Site Configuration Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization Figure F-8. HSS Not Supported Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix F Hub Site Synchronization F-10 Site Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix G BRS Installation Procedure G.1 BRS Link Activation In accordance with 2.5 GHz standard, Airmux-200-BRS systems links must be activated before use. This is done at both ODUs independently before installation on site. Both ODUs must be configured the same. To Activate a BRS Link 1. Install Airmux-200 Manager software as usual. 2. When the Manager Main Screen is displayed it appears with the Link Status label red and showing Inactive.
Appendix G BRS Installation Procedure Installation and Operation Manual Figure G-2. BRS Air Interface Dialog Box 4. Set the appropriate Frequency Band Plan and Bandwidth. 5. Select the required frequency band, and click Apply. 6. Click Installation Mode 7. Repeat for the remote ODU. G-2 BRS Link Activation Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Installation and Operation Manual Appendix G BRS Installation Procedure Figure G-3. BRS Channel Settings Pre-Transition 8. Perform the remainder of the Installation procedure as defined in the Installation section. G.2 BRS Link Configuration The BRS link is reconfigured during the Link Installation or the Link Configuration wizards, or from the Air Interface screen. Note Both sites in a BRS Link must be configured identically. Any changes to the frequency settings cause the link to re-synchronize.
Appendix G BRS Installation Procedure Installation and Operation Manual Figure G-4. BRS Channel Settings Post-Transition G-4 BRS Link Configuration Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Appendix H RF Exposure The antennas used for the following transmitters must be installed to provide a separation distance as specified. They must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Product FCC ID F58A/HE/FCC Q3KAMWL1580 22 109 F58A/HE/FCC Q3KAMWL1580 28 217 Q3KAMWL1580 32.5 364 F24A/FCC Q3KAMWL1240 16 16 F24A/FCC Q3KAMWL1240 24 40 F24A/HE/FCC Q3KAMWL1240H 24 71 F24A/HE/FCC Q3KAMWL1240H 15.
Appendix H RF Exposure H-2 Installation and Operation Manual Airmux-200 Ver. 1.
Index —A— AC power connecting, 2-8 Active Alarm Summary, 5-8 Adaptive modulation, 1-3 Adaptive Modulation, 4-7 Advanced configuration, 4-12 Advanced Encryption System, 1-2 Advanced Tab, 4-19 Air Interface, 1-8 configuration, 4-12 rate, 4-7 Alarm connector, 1-4, 1-10, A-3 Alarms, 5-7 list of, 5-8 Antenna, 1-4 Antenna characteristics, E-1 Application, 1-1 —B— Backup, 4-28 button, 4-12 Band Plan, G-2 Beeper muting, 4-26 restore, 4-26 sequence, 2-10 Bridge configuration, 4-12, 4-19 BRS, G-1 BRS Link Activation
Index Event log, 3-6, 5-7 save, 5-4 External antenna, 1-4 mounting, B-4 —F— Factory default, 4-29 FAQ, 5-15 Fast Ethernet Pinout, A-2 Features, 1-2 —G— Get Link Information, 5-1 Grid Antenna, E-2 —H— HSS.
Installation and Operation Manual data, 5-6 time intervals, 5-4 Performance monitoring, 1-3 Physical description, 1-5 Physical dimensions, 1-10 Pinout alarm connector, A-3 DC power connector, A-2 E1/T1 Connector, A-2 Fast Ethernet connector, A-2 Pinout ODU-IDU cable, A-1 Power IDU, 2-8 IDU-C, 2-8 IDU-E, 2-8 O-PoE, 2-8 Power specifications, 1-10 Power supply, 2-9 AC, 2-8 Preferences, 5-2, 5-3, 5-4 event colors, 5-3 reset event colors, 5-3 Prerequisites, 2-1 —Q— Quality bar, 2-18, 4-5 —R— Radio signal strengt
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