User's Manual

iRU4438 iRRH installation overview
iRU4438 iRRH Product Descripton and Installation Guide 4-1
4 iRU4438 iRRH installation overview
This section provides an overview of the installation procedures and instructions for
installing the Altiostar Networks iRU4438 iRRH.
All required cabling for grounding, power, fronthaul, with the exception of RF and
optional GPS cables, are supplied by the Operator, as provided in the Site Installation
Plan, and should already be pre-installed with drops to the iRU4438 iRRH installation
location, or according Operator local practice.
4.1 Installation procedures
The following list describes the top-level iRU4438 iRRH installation procedures. You can
instantly navigate to any procedure by clicking on the procedure with the mouse.
Unpacking the shipping container on page 4-1
Verifying all parts received on page 4-2
Assembling cables on page 5-1
Routing pre-assembled power/fronthaul Ethernet/grounding cables on page 5-2
Installing RF antennas on upper/lower omni-antenna brackets on page 5-3
Installing RF antenna cables on page 5-5
Installing the iRU4438 iRRH mounting bracket on page 5-7
Hoisting the iRU4438 iRRH on elevated structures on page 5-9
Installing the iRU4438 iRRH on the mounting bracket on page 5-11
Connecting the grounding cable on page 5-12
Connecting the fronthaul Ethernet cables on page 5-13
Connecting the 110/220 V ac power cable on page 5-15
Checking power on page 5-15
Installing the solar shield on page 5-16
4.2 Unpacking the shipping container
The following procedure describes removing the iRU4438 iRRH from the shipping
container, inspecting the contents for damage, and what to do if damage is found.
To unpack the shipping container:
1. Verify no shipping damage to box.
NOTE
It is important to report damage or material shortages to the shipping
carrier while a representative is on site. If concealed damage or material
shortages are found at a later time, contact the shipper to make
arrangements for inspection and claim filing.