AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL BSF-4004 UHF Repeater Product Description and User’s Manual Doc No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Copyright © 2014 Axell Wireless Ltd All rights reserved. No part of this document may be copied, distributed, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any human or computer language without the prior written permission of Axell Wireless Ltd. The manufacturer has made every effort to ensure that the instructions contained in this document are adequate and free of errors and omissions.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL About This Manual This Product Manual provides the following information: • Description of the BSF-4004 repeater • Procedures for installation, setup, configuration and checking the proper operation of the unit • Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures Intended Audience This Product Manual is intended for experienced technicians and engineers.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Compliance with FCC Part 90 Signal Boosters THIS IS A 90.219 CLASS B DEVICE WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. This device is designed for installation by FCC LICENCEES and QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC LICENCE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to operate this device. You MUST register Class B signal boosters (as defined in 47 CFR 90.219) online at www.fcc.gov/signal-boosters/registration.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Antenna Installation Installation of an antenna must comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements. The antenna used for this transmitter must be mounted on permanent structures. The FCC regulation mandate that the ERP of type A signal boosters should not exceed 5W, this is equivalent to 8.2W EIRP.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Equation (3) - Input Noise to service antenna Input Noise to service antenna: -45 dBm + Service Antenna gain – Antenna splitter losses in dB – cable loss in dB Example: Signal booster connected to 20 service antennas with a 100m long ½ inch cable.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL General Safety Warnings Concerning Use of This System Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of this product. Caution labels! Danger: Electrical Shock Throughout this manual, there are "Caution" warnings. "Caution" calls attention to a procedure or practice, which, if ignored, may result in injury or damage to the system, system component or even the user.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL When installing, replacing or using this product, observe all safety precautions during handling and operation. Failure to comply with the following general safety precautions and with specific precautions described elsewhere in this manual violates the safety standards of the design, manufacture, and intended use of this product.
AXELL AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Table of Contents BSF-4004 UHF Repeater .................................................................................................... I FCC Part 90 ................................................................................................................................. IV Unauthorized Changes to Equipment ......................................................................................
AXELL BSF-3604 TETRA REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.2 BSF-4004 Optical Loss Adjustment (OLA) ...................................................................... 20 4.3 RF Balancing ...................................................................................................................... 22 4.3.1 Manual RF Balancing .............................................................................................. 22 4.3.2 Automatic BSF-4004 RF Balancing..........................
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1 Introduction The BSF 4004 is a fibre optic fed UHF repeater. It is part of a system that is fed from an Optical Master Unit (OMU), supporting WDM technology, lowering the number of fibres needed per system. The maximum optical loss of up to 10dB is allowed over the fibre interconnecting the OMU II and the most distant last remote unit that the OMU supports.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.2 ALC The repeater is equipped with an ALC, Automatic Level Control. The ALC feature enables maintaining the maximum defined output level. Output Power Level, dBm ALC +20 Gain 70dB -50 Input Signal, dBm The repeater has a defined maximum output level. If the input signal amplified by the gain set exceeds the set output limit, an ALC (Automatic Level Control) loop is activated.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.4 Management WEB GUI BSF-4004 is remotely commissioned and monitored via an OMU II session. Local access to the unit is not required for commissioning. Additional configuration and troubleshooting options are available via a direct connection to the BSF-4004 IP address. A direct session can be opened locally or remotely.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.5.2 External Interfaces The repeater’s interfaces are located on the underside panel. Note: The external connections at the bottom of the repeater can be protected by a cover which is screwed in place. Power Ground Fiber input Server antenna External alarms The following table provides a description of the front panel ports and connections.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.5.3 Internal Interfaces This section shows the internal interfaces for the repeater. You will need to open the Repeater in order to do the following: • Connect power • Connect optic fibres • Connect alarms (if relevant) • Power-on (Power-ON and Battery ON switches) • Optional – USB/Ethernet port for local setup Rechargeable backup battery pack, see 2.7.6 Power and battery switches See section 2.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2 Antenna and Repeater Installation Requirements This chapter provides information on the Remote installation site requirements, on the installation requirements of the antennas, the specifications of the service antennas suitable for operation with this remote and RF and F/O cable requirements. 2.1 BSF-4004 Installation Requirements 2.1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.3 RF Cable Installation Guidelines Required: • For all coaxial connections to/from the Repeater - high performance, flexible, low loss 50Ω coaxial communications cable. • All cables shall be weather-resistant type. • Cable length - determined by the Repeater installation plan. When calculating the cable length, take into account excess cable slack so as not to limit the insertion paths. 2.1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.2 Indoor Installations 2.2.2.1 Recommended Antennas The following describes the requirements for an omni-directional mobile used for indoor applications. Specifications: • One or a combination of the following antennas can be used: Ceiling Mount Patch antenna, Wall Mount Patch antenna, Corner Reflector. • Choose an antenna with high side lobe attenuation which enables maximum isolation from the service/ mobile antenna.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.2.3 Installation Criteria Determine the antenna installation configuration, requirements and the installation site conditions. according to the transmission Installation requirements: • An indoor antenna should be installed at a convenient location. It should be free of metallic obstruction. Install the Service Antenna at the designated height and tune it roughly toward the Service coverage area. 2.2.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3 Installation 3.1 Unpacking Inspect the shipped material before unpacking the equipment, document any visual damage and report according to routines.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.2.1 Selecting a Location to Ensure Proper Cooling • Mount the repeater so that heat can be dispersed from it. • The repeater wall mounting kit ensures an optimum airflow between the wall and the repeater. • Do not block this air channel as it will cause the MTBF of the repeater to drop dramatically, or even in the worst case cause the repeater to fail completely.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Fix bolts –f ix M6 Rawbolts or similar (50 to 75mm in length) into the wall at the dimensions as illustrated in figure 1 below using equipment as specified by the fixing manufacturer. A recommended method is set out below. Care must be taken to ensure the alignment of the four fixings. A spirit level or plumb line should be used to ensure horizontal/vertical alignment.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Fix mounting brackets to BSF – use the supplied four M8 bolts and spring washers. Fix mounting brackets to MBF with M8 fixing bolts and spring washers supplied Figure 3-5: Fix mounting plates to BSF M8 fixing bolts POWER GND OPTO SERVER ALARM M8 fixing bolts Figure 3-6: Mounting Plates Fixed to BSF 4 Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.2.3 Mount the Repeater on the Wall The Repeater wall mount brackets assembly should be fixed to a solid wall (these include brickwork, blockwork, and concrete.); (Due to the weight of the Repeater, it is NOT recommended to fix to a hollow wall). 50 - m 75m Bolt head 6m m dia. Sleeve/Anchor Washer Figure 3-7: M6 Rawlbolt – recommended for wallmount.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6. As the bolt pulls its way in, the sides of the anchor section are forced outwards, gripping the surrounding surface. Figure 3-9: Anchor Sides Pushed Outwards. 7. Once all four fixings are in place, carefully withdraw the four bolts. Figure 3-10: Withdraw Bolts. 8. Align repeater with the four fixings. Great care should be exercised here as the repeater is very heavy.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3 Grounding Connect the grounding protection as follows: • Ensure that good grounding protection measures are taken to create a reliable repeater site. • Make sure to use adequately dimensioned grounding cables. The minimum recommended conductive area for a grounding cable is 16mm2 • Make sure the grounding product used is suitable for the kind and size of cable being used.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.4 Ensure Good EMV Protection CAUTION! If insufficient Electromagnetic Protection is provided, or if EMV measures are not taken, warranties issued by Axell Wireless are not valid.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL The primary protective device is part of the site installation and is not supplied by Axell Wireless. Coaxial lightning protection is normally one of these three types: Gas capsule, High-pass and Bandpass. There also need to be a protective device installed on the power supply cord. Figure 3-14: Protective device installed in connection with the power supply © Axell Wireless Ltd Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.5 Fibre Optic Connection Class 1 Laser This product is equipped with class 1 lasers, as per definition in EN 60825-1. Caution!!! Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation. Do not stare into beam or view with optical instruments.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4. Connect the fibre to the Fibre Optic Converter inside the repeater. Note: Make sure the fibre is not bent too sharply inside the repeater as to avoid communication disruptions. 5. Place the fibre in the rubber seal. Note: The sleeve (not supplied), together with the rubber seal, meets the protection standard IP65. 6. Adjust the fibre length inside the repeater and insert the seal into the fibre input interface.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 7. Attach the sleeve to the fibre optic inlet. Note: Clean the fibre connector before connecting it to the system. See instruction in Appendix B F/O Cleaning Procedure. 12 Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.6 External Alarm and Relay Connections The repeater is equipped with an external alarm interface card. The connector plinth for the external alarms is located at the bottom of the repeater. The strain relief fitting in is a Pg 13.5 suitable for a 6-12 mm cable diameter. Connect the alarm cords to the plinth according to the pin layout below (in the standard version pins 14 – 18 are not used).
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.7 Power and Backup Battery Caution! Make sure the antenna cables or 50 ohm terminations are connected to the repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on. Caution! Be sure a CIRCUIT BREAKER meeting the instructions given in this section is connected near the unit at an easily reachable and accessible location from the unit. 3.7.1 Circuit Breaker The power connections to the unit are hard-wired.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.7.2.1 Backup Battery • On the Power Supply unit a rechargeable battery pack in mounted. This part also includes charging and supervision electronics. • The backup battery will provide the Control Module and modem with enough capacity to send an alarm in case of input power failure. • The battery can be switched on and off. The switch is placed adjacent to the main power switch on the power supply.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.7.2.3 230 VAC Power Source Connect the power cable to the plinth as show below: • Phase linked to the brown cable • Neutral linked to the blue • Ground to the yellow/green. See illustration below. Figure 3-17: 230 VAC Power Connections 3.7.2.4 115 VAC Power Source Cable requirements: • Cable should be NRTL (safety) approved with a minimum of 14AWG (2.5mm) per conductor.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.7.2.5 -48V Power Source Connection Note: The -48VDC version of the power supply is designed to turn off if the supply voltage falls below -36V (±1V), not to drain the feeding battery. It will turn on again as the supply voltage reaches -43V (± 1V). -48V power supply requirements The 48VDC power supply must comply with SELV requirements, as defined in EN60950, which implies double isolation.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.7.3 Power ON 3.7.3.1 Switching Power ON Caution!! Make sure the antenna cables or 50Ω terminations are connected to the repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on. 1. Switch on the Main Power Switch. 2. Switch on the Battery power. Battery Switch Main Power Switch Figure 3-20: BSF-3604 Power Module Note: The power switches have two positions: “on” and “stand by”.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4 BSF-4004 Commissioning After the repeater is connected, it is identified by the OMU II via the fibre connection and the unit is commissioned from the OMU II. The commissioning process consists of a few simple steps. To commission the BSF-4004 - overview: 1. Open an OMU II session – used to access the BSF-4004 configuration window (via OMU II). 2. Perform Optical Loss Adjustment. 3.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.2 BSF-4004 Optical Loss Adjustment (OLA) BSF-4004 OLA is performed from the OMU II. To perform BSF-4004 OLA (via OMU II) 1. From the OMU II main window, click the Opto Adjust button. Click to access OLA screen OMUII Main window Figure 4-2: OMU II Main window The OLA screen appears. The screen lists the OLA options (and status) for each link. (The links are listed according to the OMU II slot to which the remote is connected.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Column Description Pos Each Rack corresponds to an OMU unit whereas each Slot corresponds to an Opto-Module. Slots are numbered according to their position in the OMU Chassis (numbered left to right). Select All Batch selection options: - mark all remotes for UL opto-adjustment. - mark all remotes for DL opto-adjustment. - mark all remotes for DL and UL adjustment. Node Node list number and identification (e.g.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.3 RF Balancing The BSF-4004 RF Balancing procedure can be performed manually (the automatic option specified in section 4.3.2 will be available in the future) via the OMU II web interface. 4.3.1 Manual RF Balancing NOTE: If connected locally, enter the BSF-4004 Home screen and skip to step 2.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL UL/DL bandwidth UL Attenuation DL Attenuation Figure 4-5: Example of Partial view of BSF-3604 Configuration window 3. In the Downlink section: • • • • Verify the Amplifier is set to ON. Set Attenuation to maximum value (15dB). Lower the Attenuation level step by step until the desired Output power level is reached (Zero attenuation = maximum gain). Verify the Amplifier Saturation is GREEN.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4. In the Uplink: • • Verify the Amplifier is set to ON. Set UL Attenuation == DL Attenuation value. Figure 4-7: BSF-4004 Uplink Configuration Section 5. If noise is detected, adjust only the uplink value. 4.3.2 Automatic BSF-4004 RF Balancing NOTE: This feature will be available in future release. To access the Automatic RF Adjustment pane 1. Access the OMU II Home window and click on RF Adjustment.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Remote with selected bands to adjust 3. Select the bands of each remote to be adjusted (e.g. 1900MHz band on Node #3) 4. Adjust the following for each band: • Nominal Level (dBm) • Uplink Delta (dB) 5. Click Adjust. The procedure may take several minutes depending on the number of units selected. 4.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5 BSF-4004 Full GUI Description This chapter provides a detailed description of the complete BSF-4004 Web GUI that is accessed when a direct session is opened to the BSF-4004. When an indirect session (via OMU II) is opened to the BSF-4004, only the BSF-4004 Main window is available. The additional options are available when a direct session is opened to the BSF-4004 (not via OMU II).
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1. Open the web browser and type "axell-ne" in the address bar. The Axell login dialog appears. Figure 5-2: Login Screen 2. Use the following username and password to login: • Username: axell • Password: AxellPasswd For backwards compatibility, you may also use: • User Name: Avitec • Password: AvitecPasswd Note: It is highly recommended to change the default password according to section 5.6.3.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2 Navigating the Web Interface The Web GUI window provides access to the management options of the BSF-4004. Several tabs (and sub-tabs) are available: Home, Nodes, Logs, etc., while the Home tab (illustrated below), is displayed on login. Menu options buttons Home screen Figure 5-3: BSF-4004 Home Screen 28 Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2.1 Management Options Buttons The following table briefly describes the main functions of each tab: Tab Description Provides a general status and alarm information. Switching to Advanced View will toggle a more detailed view of each band and module. Section 6.2. Lists the remote nodes – corresponding OMU and units connected the specific OMU. List of recent operations. Section 6.3.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2.2 Home Screen Overview The screen is divided into four basic areas: • Controller – shows general information on the BSF-4004 device such as identification and temperature level. • External Alarms – shows status of external alarms and the defined names. • RF Status – RF connection status is divided into two sections: • Frequency Range – shows frequency range used per DL/UL.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2.3 Configuration Screen Overview The configuration screen provides access to the BSF-3604 configuration options. To access the configuration screen Click on the Config menu option in the Main window. The following screen appears. Option Description Site Information Display BSF-4004 identification information. See section 5.3.1 External Alarms Used to activate and assign names to external alarms. See section 5.3.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.3 Configuring General Parameters 5.3.1 Site Information – BSF-4004 Identification It is recommended to assign each BSF-4004 a recognizable name that will identify the location, site name, etc. The Site Information button provides access to BSF-4004 hardware and software version information. To set BSF-4004 TAG 1. In the Home window, click the edit button next to Tag. Lock Name Edit Tag Figure 5-4. Set BSF-4004 TAG Name 2.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.3.2 Date & Time NOTE: The date and time are automatically set from the OMU II. Be sure to set the correct date and time in order to accurately timestamp all events occurring on the BSF-4004. To set the Date & Time: 1. Click the Config button. 2. Click on Date & Time. 3. Do one of the following: • Either, enter the correct date and time according to the displayed formats.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.3.4 IP Address This procedure describes how to set up the IP address either manually or configure for acquisition via DHCP (usually configured for local management options). To configure the IP address 1. In the Main menu, click the Config button. 2. Click on Ethernet. 3. For manual IP address configuration: • Select Manually Configure IP Address. • Set the IP, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS addresses. • Click Apply. 4.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.4 Remote Communication Setup This section describes the Ethernet and modem setup. The SNMP setup option also available in this dialog is described in section 5.5. SNMP . Select an option (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP) and configure. Then select the next relevant option. NOTE: The configuration of each option is saved and active. It is not relevant which option is currently selected (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP). 5.4.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.4.2 Modem Setup NOTE: This section is relevant only if a modem is installed in the system. If connecting directly via Ethernet, see section 5.4.1. The BSF-4004 can operate over two types of modem: Packet Switched (GPRS, GSM etc.) or Circuit Switched (PSTN/GSM). The available options depend on the modem type installed in your system. Modem Setup Overview 1. Insert the SIM card in the modem SIM slot (if using a wireless modem).
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.4.2.2 Circuit Switched Modem (PSTN/GSM) Using a circuit switched modem requires a landline connection be present at the site (for PSTN) or a SIM card supporting this feature (for wireless). Communication Setup 1. From Device:Method select STD:DTC (Stadnard AT:DataCall). 2. In the modem initialization string type: AT+CBST=7,0,1. 3. Click Apply. Verify Circuit Switched Modem Functionality 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.5 SNMP Support The BSF-4004 includes SNMP support, including an SNMP Agent and SNMP traps (alarms). All SNMP queries and traps are supported either via the OMU II or a direct connection to the unit. 5.5.1.1 SNMP Traps Parameters The BSF-4004 sends SNMP traps to user defined destination addresses. NOTE: One destination address can currently be defined via the Web.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To activate the BSF-4004 SNMP Agent 1. Click on the Config button (top right corner) and select SNMP Agent Config. The following pane appears: 2. Set the SNMP Agent toggle to ON. 3. Set the port and the Read-Only community. 4. Click Apply. © Axell Wireless Ltd Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.6 User Accounts The BSF-4004 comes pre-configured with default usernames and passwords in the various administration levels. At the moment, updating user accounts is available only via Command Line Interface (CLI) or Axell Shell. See the Common Commands and Attributes v2.0.0 document for detailed commands and syntax or click on the Help button at the top right of the Web-GUI screen. 5.6.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.6.3 Change Password To prevent unauthorized access, it is highly recommended to change the default password of the user. NOTE: Note that you can only change the password for the User Name with which the session was accessed. To change the Password 1. In the Main menu, click the Config button. 2. Click the Change Password button. 3. For the current User Name (e.g. axell): • Enter the New password. • Repeat the entry. 4.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.8 Axell Shell (Command Line Interface) To access the Axell Shell: 1. Click on the Config button. 2. Select the Axell Shell option. The Axell Shell button invokes the CLI screen. It is used to run some of the commands that are currently not provided by the Web GUI (user privileges and administration) and/or for advanced troubleshooting and configurations procedures.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.9 Attribute Reference To access the Attribute Reference 1. Click on the Config button. 2. Select the Attribute Reference option. The Attribute Reference lists all available CLI commands and includes details and examples on how to use the commands. Additional information may be found in the BSF-4004 Commands and Attributes document. © Axell Wireless Ltd Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6 Monitoring, Fault Sourcing and Maintenance BSF-4004 provides the following monitoring and fault sourcing options: • Web GUI Home screen Advanced mode – shows general status of system and components • Web GUI Logs screen – provides logs of faults and operations • Module LEDs – can be seen locally when opening the Repeater This chapter describes these fault sourcing tools.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.2 Monitoring Via the BSF-4004 Home Screen In addition to RF settings and readings, the BSF-4004 Home screen provides detailed information on the operation status of internal modules. This information can be used to aid in remotely troubleshooting the Remote. To access the BSF-3604 Main Monitoring and Configuration window 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.2.1.1 General Page Area This section displays general status parameters such as temperature, alarms and site name. Figure 6-2: BSF-4004 General Indicator Description Temperature Current ambient temperature Tag Name of Repeater, user customizable Door Status Green if closed 6.2.1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Indicator Details Frequency Range Visualization of Bandwidth Amplifier Power Turn amp. on/off. Attenuation Use to define DL/UL attenuation level (in dBm) Saturation Saturation status Output output power level 6.2.1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.2.1.4 Subsystems Temp Batt. status Comm Pwr. input 48 Pwr. modules status Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.3 Logs Screen The Alarms Log displays the last 100 alarms and/or user actions on the remote system in a chronological order. By hovering with the mouse over each alarm, full alarm details are available, including alarm descriptions, severities, alarm classes and time of event.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.4 Module LEDs This section describes the LEDs of the internal modules. The modules are accessed if the remote is opened. An example of the BSF-3604 Dual-band, dual-service antenna model is given below: Power module LEDs, see 5.3.2.3 Controller module LEDs, see 5.3.2.1 F/O converter module LEDs, see 5.3.2.2 Figure 6-7: Dual band Dual Service Antenna Model 50 Doc. No. PN 4004 BSF0038 Series-UM Rev. 1.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.4.1 Control Module LEDs Modem Status Modem Power Status Blue LED - Login Quick flash Login The Control Module has four LEDs which give information regarding the status of the BSF-4004. If the BSF-4004 is configured for Ethernet communication the two LEDs Modem Power and Modem Status do not fill any function and can be disregarded.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL D O ata pt o Rx O pt o Tx DL UL PW R ER R There are 6 LEDs on the module to indicate the status. Da ta 6.4.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.4.3 Power Supply LEDs This section provides a detailed description of the LEDs and fault examples.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Appendix A - Specifications Frequency Range Operational Bandwidth Duplex distance Impedance IP3 Output power/carrier (DL) Group delay Noise Figure (UL) Fibre Optic Loss Compensation Spurious Emissions from RF port Uplink 428-430 2MHz 5MHz 50Ω > +68dBm 1 carrier: +36dBm, 2 carriers: +33dBm, 3-4 carriers: +30dBm, 8 carriers: +27dBm 2µs max < 6dB, 5dB Typical at maximum gain Implemented < -13dBm Optical Module Electrical Specifi
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Appendix B - F/O Cleaning Procedure NOTE: The process is demonstrated on an OMU F/O module and is similar to all F/O equipment supplied by Axell. Tools: Tool Description Illustration Fibrescope connected to a PC running the appropriate viewing software.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL The Cleaning Procedure: Dry Cleaning ATTENTION! Invisible laser radiation might be emitted from disconnected fibres or connectors. Do not stare into beams or view directly with optical instruments. 1. Before cleaning the optical connectors on the OMU it is advisable to clean the connector of the mating cable being attached to the optical port. An unclean optical connector is often the cause for reduced system performance.
AXELL BSF-4004 BSF0038 SERIES REPEATER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 7. Inspect the fibre connector using a Fibrescope. On the PC monitor, verify that there is no contamination present on the connector end-face. 8. If the connector is dirty, clean it with a wet cleaning technique followed immediately by dry cleaning. This is to remove any remaining residue from the wet clean (the following steps demonstrate a wet cleaning technique).
