User's Manual

AXELL DIGIMINI- AMERICAS REPEATER
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL
© Axell Wireless Ltd Doc PN 4000003431 Rev. 3.8 VII
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 9
1.1 Features and Capabilities .................................................................................................. 10
1.2 Models and Ordering Information .................................................................................... 11
1.3 Dual-band and Quad-band Installations .......................................................................... 11
1.4 Smart-ALC Function .......................................................................................................... 11
1.5 DMCU - Optional ................................................................................................................. 12
1.6 DIGImini Interfaces ............................................................................................................ 12
1.6.1 Front Panel Interfaces ............................................................................................. 13
1.6.2 Side Panel Interfaces .............................................................................................. 14
1.7 DIGImini Power Supply ...................................................................................................... 14
2 Antenna and Repeater Installation Requirements 15
2.1 Base (Donor) Antenna Requirements .............................................................................. 15
2.1.1 Required Antenna Information ................................................................................ 15
2.1.2 Donor Antenna specifications .................................................................................. 15
2.1.3 Installation Criteria ................................................................................................... 16
2.2 Service Antenna Requirements ........................................................................................ 16
2.2.1 Required Antenna Information ................................................................................ 16
2.2.2 Recommended Antennas ........................................................................................ 16
2.2.3 Mobile (Service) Antenna Installation Criteria ......................................................... 17
2.3 Repeater Pre-Installation Requirements .......................................................................... 17
2.3.1 Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................... 17
2.3.2 Required BTS Information ....................................................................................... 17
2.3.3 Criteria for Repeater Installation Location ............................................................... 18
2.3.4 RF Cable Installation Guidelines ............................................................................. 18
3 Dual-Band Repeater Installation 19
3.1 Single Unit Installation ...................................................................................................... 19
3.1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................. 19
3.1.2 Required Tools and Materials ................................................................................. 19
3.1.3 DIGImini Dual-band Kit ............................................................................................ 20
3.1.4 Mounting Repeater .................................................................................................. 21
3.1.5 Before Connecting the Antennas or Power ............................................................. 24
3.1.6 Antenna Connections .............................................................................................. 25
3.1.7 Power Up ................................................................................................................. 26
3.1.8 What Next? .............................................................................................................. 26
4 Two Dual Units (Quad-band) Installation 27
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................. 27
4.2 View of the Quad Band Installation .................................................................................. 28
4.3 Required Tools and Materials ........................................................................................... 29
4.4 DIGImini Tri/Quad-band Kit ............................................................................................... 29
4.4.1 Top Layer Items....................................................................................................... 29
4.4.2 Middle layer Items ................................................................................................... 30
4.4.3 Bottom Layer Items ................................................................................................. 30
4.4.4 Additional Items ....................................................................................................... 31
4.5 Upgrading to a Quad-Band System.................................................................................. 31
4.5.1 Assemble the DIGImini Units .................................................................................. 31
4.5.2 Assembling Quad-Band Plates and Labels ............................................................. 36
4.5.3 Connect SMA Jumper Cables ................................................................................. 38
4.5.4 Before Connecting the Antennas or Power ............................................................. 41