MBF-40 Americas Multi-band Series User Manual – 00071UM Rev. 4.3 The most important thing we build is trust Single/Dual-Band Repeater Tri/Quad-Band Repeater Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.cobham.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL This document is valid for the following MBF-40 37 dBm models: Type Description Part Number APAC 700MHz MBF-40 APAC 700MHz 40dBm 110VAC MBF-4007A-110V SPRINT 800&850 /1900MHz MBF-40 SPRINT 800&850/1900 37dBm 110VAC MBF-3708-3719-110V 700/1700MHz MBF-40 7/17 37/39 dBm 110VAC MBF-3707-3717-110V 700/SPRINT800&850/1700 MHz MBF-40 700/SPRINT 37/37/39 dBm 110VAC 800&850/17 MBF-3707-3708-3917110V 700/SPRINT800&850/1900 MHz MBF-40 800
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Copyright © 2015 Axell Wireless Limited trading as Cobham Wireless 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 Limited trading as Cobham Wireless.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL About This Manual This Product Manual provides the following information: • Description of the Repeater unit • Procedures for 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL System Maintenance • • • • • In the event of a failure Cobham Wireless’s support service should be contacted for advice on a possible module replacement or other action to be taken. If a shipment of a repeater back to Cobham Wireless is made within the period of guarantee the original packing must be used. The system normally operates without any operator intervention or maintenance.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Compliance with FCC FCC Part 20 Warning Statement WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It 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. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL General Safety Warnings Concerning Use of System Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of this product. Caution labels! 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Warning: Restricted Access Location Access to the MBF-40 unit installation location is restricted to authorized SERVICE PERSONNEL. • • • Attention: Electrostatic Sensitivity Caution: Class 1 Laser Observe electrostatic precautionary procedures. ESD = Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Device. Static electricity can be conducted to the semiconductor chip from the centre pin of the RF input connector, and through the AC connector pins.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Table of Contents 1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................. 1-1 1.1 Features and Capabilities .................................................................................................... 1-2 1.2 ALC ..................................................................................................................................... 1-3 1.3 Operating Temperature .
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 3.3.4 4 Management Options Buttons..................................................................................... 3-4 Home Screen Overview ............................................................................................. 3-5 Configuration Screen Overview................................................................................... 3-6 Five Service System GUI ............................................
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The MBF - Multi-Band Fibre optic fed system encapsulates solutions for both indoor and outdoor environments for single or multi-operator use. It offers seamless coverage in any indoor environment such as tunnels, metros and larger buildings. Signals are coupled off from a nearby base station and then distributed via fiber to one or several MBF repeaters.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.2 ALC The repeater has a constant gain in both uplink and downlink paths. 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. This ALC ensures that the amplifier does not add distortion to the radio signal. Below are examples of the ALC function for one and two carriers. 1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.5 MIMO Topology MIMO configuration is supported by specific MBF-40 models. The physical casing of these models supports two antenna ports and includes two (internal) optic conversion modules (see section 1.7.3.2). MBF-40 MIMO topology requires an OMU II unit that supports at least two sectors. Two dedicated optic Fibres are routed from the OMU II towards the MBF-40.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.6 Five-Band Configuration Cost effective five-band support over a single fibre-optic is implemented using two MBF-units: MBF40 Slave unit and MBF-40 Master unit. The Master unit can be either tri-band or quad-band unit, where the Slave provides single-band or dual-band support for a total of five bands. All the services are routed to the Master unit via the optic fibre.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.7 MBF-40 Basic Interfaces NOTE: This section describes the interfaces for MBF-40 models supporting up to four services and whose power consumption does not exceed 400W. MBF-40 models, supporting five services and with power consumption exceeding 400W are described in the relevant sections in chapter 2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.7.2 External Interfaces The repeater’s interfaces are located on the underside. Two basic models are available: single and dual service antennas. NOTE: The external connections at the bottom of the repeater can be protected with a cover which is screwed in place.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.7.3 Internal Interfaces This section shows the internal interfaces for the MBF-40 repeater. It is required to open the repeater during installation in order to connect the power, optic fibres and (optionally), the external alarms. In addition, it is required to verify the power and battery switches are set to ON. NOTE: The repeater is usually set up via an OMU II session.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 1.7.3.2 MIMO Model The MIMO model includes two Service Antenna ports and two Optic Converter modules (shown below). All other connections and interfaces are similar to the above models. Dual Fibre optic connectors to which routed optic Fibres are connected (section 2.2.7) Figure 1-10: MIMO Model 1.7.3.3 Dual Power Supply Model The figure below provides an example of a unit with a dual power supply. The internal view of your unit may differ.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2 REPEATER INSTALLATION This chapter describes the service antenna requirements and the installation of various repeater models, including repeaters with fan assemblies (section 2.3) and five service Master / Slave systems (section 2.4).
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.1.1 Required Antenna Information The following antenna requirements, specifications and site considerations should be met. • Type of installation – indoor or outdoor • Service area type and size • Antenna type and characteristics • Height • Length and type of coaxial cable required for connecting the Service antenna to the Remote and the attenuation. 2.1.1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.1.3 Recommended Splitters and Couplers Recommended Splitters Splitter part numbers 90 - 851102 90 - 851103 90 – 851104 Frequency band 700 – 2700 MHz 700 – 2700 MHz 700 – 2700 MHz Split 2 way 3 way 4 way Max Insertion Loss 0.4 dB 0.6 dB 0.6 dB Split Loss 3 dB 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.2.2 FCC et IC conformité de l'installation intérieure L'antenne de service est installé à l'intérieur, où le type d'antenne dépend de l'application.: • • • • • Un ou une combinaison des antennes suivantes peuvent être utilisées: Antenne Patch pour montage au plafond, antenne Patch pour montage mural, Réflecteur en Coin.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL • 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. • Make sure the cable and the connector are compatible. Using cables and connectors from the same manufacturer is helpful. • All connectors must be clean and dry.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.5.2 115 VAC Power Source Cable Requirements Cable requirements: • • Cable should be NRTL (safety) approved with a minimum of 14AWG or 2.5mm2 per conductor, and maximum of 12AWG or 4mm2 per conductor. For safety, the GND cable must be 10mm longer than the Phase and Neutral cables. 2.1.5.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.1.7 EMV Protection CAUTION!!! If insufficient Electromagnetic Protection is provided, or if EMV measures are not taken, warranties issued by Cobham Wireless are not valid. Connect the lightning protection The lightning hazard to electric and electronic equipment consists in the interferences of direct lightning current infections and high surge voltages induced by the electromagnetic field of nearby lightning channels or down conductors.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL The primary protective device is part of the site installation and is not supplied by Cobham 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 2-2: Protective device installed in connection with the power supply 2.1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL • Allow for heat dispersion - 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. If possible, use a wall in the shade to minimize the overall sun loading.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2 Standard Repeater Installation This section describes the installation of repeaters that do not include a fan-hood assembly (section 2.3) or consist of a Master/Slave (five service) configuration (section 2.4). The installations of repeaters with fan assembly or installed in a Master / Slave configuration are described in the corresponding sections. 2.2.1 Overview The standard repeater installation consists of the following steps.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.2 Unpacking and Accessories Upon receiving the MBF-40 Repeater perform the following: 1. Examine the shipping container for damage before unpacking the unit. 2. Perform a visual inspection to reveal any physical damage to the equipment. 3. Verify that all of the equipment (listed below) is included. Otherwise contact Cobham Wireless.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To mount the repeater in a rack 1. Use the x4 (provided) M8 Fixing Bolts and X4 Spring Washers to assemble the brackets as illustrated below. X4 M8 bolts x4 M8 spring washers Figure 2-5: Rack-mount bracket position 2. Mount the repeater vertically in the rack, while adhering to standard rack mounting procedures, and secure. Figure 2-6: Rack-mount Repeater position www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-12 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.4 Wall Mount Installation IMPORTANT!! • The repeater mounting procedure is for concrete or brick walls only. • The weight of the unit requires that two people mount the unit on the wall. • The signal booster must always be installed vertically with the connectors on the underside for protection. Horizontal installation on a bench for long time may cause damage to the signal booster due to over-heating. 2.2.4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.4.2 Wall Marking and Drilling WARNINGS!! • Due to the weight of the Repeater, it is NOT recommended to fix to a hollow wall). • The Repeater wall mount brackets assembly should be fixed to a solid wall (these include brickwork, block work, and concrete). • Always check that there are no pipes or cables hidden in the wall beneath the area to be drilled. Various pipe and cable detectors are available for this type of inspection.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To mark and drill the wall 1. Using the provided drill template, mark out the fixing centers of the repeater on the chosen wall. The repeater dimensions are shown below. Hole to take M6 rawl bolt Hole to take M6 rawl bolt 368mm 378mm Centre Line of MBF 189mm 189mm Hole to take M6 rawl bolt Hole to take M6 rawl bolt Figure 2-9: Fixing Centers 2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS 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 2-11: Anchor Sides Pushed Outwards. 7. Once all four fixings are in place, carefully withdraw the four bolts. Figure 2-12: Withdraw Bolts. 2.2.4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.4.4 Recommended Additional Fixing ATTENTION!! It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure the repeater is installed in a secure manner. Suggested precautionary measure: • A bracket is provided to securely mount the repeater on the wall; however, as an ADDITIONAL precautionary measure, it is recommended to further secure the repeater to the wall (in addition to the bracket). • This can be done using any appropriate method.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Another example is of a repeater installed on a stadium gantry. Again, the support can be in the form of a cable harness loop, using the handle of the repeater and part of the gantry structure. ATTENTION!! Any other SECURE method can be used. Figure 2-15: Example 2 – Additional Fixing to Gantry www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-18 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.5 Grounding WARNING!!! • Do not use the repeater grounding bolt to connect external devices. • For Dual Unit assemblies (five frequency band support), ground both units. To ground the repeater • Refer to the grounding requirements described in section 2.1.4. • Connect the grounding protection to the repeaters ground lug. Figure 2-16: Grounding the MBF-40 2.2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To connect the optic fibre 1. Refer to the optic fibre requirements and connection guidelines described in section 2.1.6. 2. Open the repeater door. Figure 2-17: Example of Dual Power Supply Model 3. Run the Fibre through a corrugated sleeve (not supplied). NOTE: For MIMO models, route both Fibres through the same sleeve. Figure 2-18: Run Optic Fibres through Sleeve 4. Route the optic cable(s) via the optic hose fitter on the front panel.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5. Connect the Fibre(s) to the Fibre Optic Converter inside the repeater. • For MIMO MBF-40, connect two fibres to the two optic converters installed in the repeater. See Figure 2-21: MIMO Dual F/O Connection. • Make sure the Fibre is not bent too sharply inside the repeater as to avoid communication disruptions. Single F/O Connector Dual F/O Connectors Figure 2-20: Single F/O Connection Figure 2-21: MIMO Dual F/O Connection 6.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 8. Attach the sleeve to the Fibre optic inlet. This completes the procedure. Note: Clean the Fibre connector before connecting it to the system. See instruction in Appendix C – F/O Cleaning Procedure. Figure 2-24: Connect Sleeve 2.2.7 Service Antenna Connections Depending on the repeater model, connect either one or both Server antennas to the Repeater DIN 7/16” server antenna connection.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.8 Power Connections and Power On This section describes how to connect the power source to the repeater and power on the repeater. This section also provides information about the backup battery pack. 2.2.8.1 Power Connections CAUTION!! • Make sure the antenna cables or 50 ohm terminations are connected to the repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4. -48VDC, connect wires to the plinth as follows: • Phase linked to brown cable • Neutral linked to the blue • Ground to the yellow/green. Figure 2-28: -48VDC Power Connections 5. 115 VAC connect wires to the plinth as follows: • Phase linked to Black cable • Neutral linked to the White cable • Ground to the Green cable Figure 2-29: 115VAC Power Connections www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-24 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.8.2 Power ON The power supply has a switch which allows it to be set in two positions: • ON – repeater is operational • STAND-BY - the repeater is still connected to the power supply but not operational. CAUTION!! Make sure the antenna cables or 50 ohm terminations are connected to the repeater’s antenna connectors before the repeater is turned on. To power on the repeater 1. Locate the power supply switches inside the repeater.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL NOTE: For dual power-supply repeaters, both power supplies must be on. Power Supply Switches Power Supply Switches Figure 2-31: Example of Dual Power Supply Model 2. Switch on the Power Switch. 3. Switch on the BATT power. Battery ON/OFF Backup Battery pack Power ON/STANDBY Figure 2-32: Power and Battery Switches 4. Referring to section 6.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.2.8.3 About the 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 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3. Connect the alarm cords to the plinth according to the pin layout below (in the standard version pins 14 – 18 are not used).
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.3 Repeater with Fan Hood Installation Some repeater models with power consumption exceeding 400W are supplied with a fan-hood assembly kit. This section describes the bracket and fan assemblies for the relevant repeater models. WARNINGS!!! • The fan modules can only be assembled on the appropriate repeater models. • This installation requires two people. 2.3.1 Assembly Overview and Dimensions 2.3.1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.3.1.2 Assembly Dimensions Figure 2-39: MBF-40 including Fan Hood – Assembly Dimensions www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-30 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.3.2 Physical Installation Overview The installation of the repeater with fan-hood consists of the steps detailed below. This section describes the packing list, brackets assembly and fan-hood assembly. The mounting and connections procedures are identical to those described in section 2.2 - Standard Repeater Installation. The latter are indicated by an asterisk (*) in the overview below.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.3.3 Unpacking Upon receiving the fanhood upgrade kit Repeater perform the following: 1. Examine the shipping container for damage before unpacking the unit. 2. Perform a visual inspection to reveal any physical damage to the equipment. 3. Verify that all of the equipment (listed below) is included. Otherwise contact Cobham Wireless.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.3.4 Bracket and Fan-Hood Assembly WARNING!! This Fan Hood is to be assembled only on the MBF-40 units for which it is designed and with which it is supplied. Do NOT assemble this fan hood on any repeater models for which it is not specifically designed. Be sure to CAREFULLY follow all instructions – beginning with Step-1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3. Assemble Rear Fan Hood: • Position the Rear Fan Hood under the (inserted) bolts and washers. • Tighten the four bolts. Fan Hood panel on top Position under bolts and tighten bolts Figure 2-42: Assemble Rear Fan Hood www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-34 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL The brackets and Rear Fan Assembly is shown below. Figure 2-43: Assembled Rear Fan Hood and Mounting Brackets 4. Referring to the MBF-40 User’s Manual, prepare the mounting area and hang the repeater on the wall: • Drill the holes in the wall. Prepare mounting area and mount repeater • Mount the Repeater. Figure 2-44: Mount the Repeater Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.cobham.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5. Assemble Front Hood Fan: • Loosely insert the x4 M8x16 bolts and washers (see Figure 45). • Hang the Front Fan Hood on the repeater and tighten the bolts. Loosely insert x4 bolts and washers Hang the Front Fan Hood on the bolts and tighten Figure 45: Insert the Four M8x16 Bolts www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 2-36 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6. Fan Hood power connections: Connect the Front Fan Hood power connectors to the Repeater power connectors. Connect power of Front Fan Hood assemblies Figure 46: Front Fan Hood Power Connections Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.cobham.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.4 Five-Band System Installation This section describes the connections for a five-band system. The 5-band system consists of two units dedicated to this application: Master MBF-40 and Slave MBF-40. All the services are routed to the Master unit via the optic fibre, where the Master and Slave are managed as a single unit via the Master connections.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.4.3 Connecting Master and Slave Units The following figure provides and example of a five band configuration implemented using a quadband Master and single-band Slave. The connections vary depending on whether external alarms are connected. The figure below shows the connections WITHOUT external alarms. Figure 2-48: Connections WITHOUT External Alarms Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To connect the Master and Slave (refer to the previous figure) 1. GND BOTH the Master and Slave units according to section 2.2.4. 2. Ensure good EMV protection according to section 2.1.7 3.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 2.4.4 Master/Slave Connections for External Alarms To connect external alarms, modify the connections to the Master and Slave as follows: Port location Connection type and details Master DONOR port Route and connect ALARMS according to section 2.2.9 IntrComm Interconnect RS-485 internal bus of MASTER and of SLAVE according to the following figure.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3 OPENING A SESSION AND NAVIGATING GUI 3.1 Opening a Direct Web Session 3.1.1 Connecting Locally NOTE: This connection requires downloading the USB driver from the provided setup disk (or connection to the internet, where the driver is automatically loaded). To open a local session: 1. Open the MBF-40 cover • Connect to the USB port on the Controller module.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3. Use the following username and password to login: • Username: axell • Password: AxellPasswd Note: It is highly recommended to change the default password according to section 5.3.3. The Web GUI Main Window appears. This is the same window is also viewed via the OMU II. 3.1.2 Remote Connection and Login This type of Web session requires connecting the Repeater to the network. 3.2 Open a Session to the MBF-40 via the OMU II 1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3 Navigating the Web Interface The Web GUI window provides access to the management options of the MBF-40. Several tabs (and sub-tabs) are available: Home, Nodes, Logs, etc., while the Home tab (illustrated below), is displayed on login. NOTE: for 5-Band MBF-40 home screen, see Figure 3-6. Menu options buttons Figure 3-4: MBF-40 Home Screen Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.cobham.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3.1 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 3.3.2. Lists the remote nodes – corresponding OMU and units connected the specific OMU. List of recent operations. Section 6.2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3.2 Home Screen Overview The screen is divided into four basic areas: • Controller – shows general information on the MBF-40 device such as identification and temperature level. • External Alarms – shows status of external alarms and the defined names. • Repeater Status – RF connection status is divided into two sections: • Band – shows general band status and band name (e.g. 800MHz GSM).
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3.3 Configuration Screen Overview The configuration screen provides access to the MBF-40 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 Configure and display MBF-40 identification information. See section 5.1.1 External Alarms Used to activate and assign names to external alarms. See section 5.1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 3.3.4 Five Service System GUI The five service system GUI has no significant differences with other GUIs. It is displayed as one 5band unit with same configurations and options. The Home screen displays all the 5 bands in a time (same as in a tri-band/ quad-band), as shown in Figure 3-6: 5-Band MBF-40 Home Screen. Figure 3-6: 5-Band MBF-40 Home Screen Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Figure 3-7: 5-Band MBF-40 Site Information www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 3-8 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4 MBF-40 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. MBF-40 Setup and Commissioning consists of the following 1. Opening an OMU II session – for accessing the MBF-40 configuration window (via OMU II) 2. Performing Optical Loss Adjustment on the connected MBF-40 3.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 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.). Figure 4-2. Configure and Initiate Optical Loss Adjustment 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).
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.2 RF Balancing The MBF-40 RF Balancing procedure can be performed manually (the automatic option specified in section 4.2.2 will be available in the future) via the OMU II web interface. 4.2.1 Manual RF Balancing NOTE: If connected locally, enter the MBF-40 Home screen and skip to step 2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Band information UL setting DL setting Figure 4-3: Example of MBF-40 Tri-Band Configuration window 3. In the Downlink: • Verify the Amplifier for each band is 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. 4. In the Uplink: • Verify the Amplifier for each band is ON.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.2.2 Automatic MBF-40 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. Figure 4-4: OMU II Main window 2. The following pane appears. 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4.3 Integration into the AEM NOTE: Integration into the AEM is only performed from the AEM side – no action is required from the MBF-40 side. The AEM automatically connects to the repeater, downloads all the repeater parameters and statuses into a database.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5 MBF-40 FULL GUI DESCRIPTION This chapter provides a detailed description of the complete MBF-40 specific Web GUI accessible when opening a direct session to the MBF-40. When an indirect session (via OMU II) is opened to the MBF-40, only the MBF-40 Main window is available. Additional options are available when a direct session is opened to the MBF-40 (not via OMU II).
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL To view MBF-40 Site Information Click the Config button and click on the Site Information icon. Two areas are displayed: • Control Module – provides hardware and software version information. • Site Information – provides MBF-40 identification information. NOTE: for 5-band MBF-40 Site Information, see Figure 3-7. Figure 5-2. MBF-40 Site Information 5.1.2 Date & Time NOTE: The date and time are automatically set from the OMU II.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.1.3 Configure External Alarms It is required to configure any connected external alarms according to the trigger (high or low) and it is recommended to assign the alarms recognizable names (such as Door Open, High Temperature, etc.) To configure the external alarms 1. In the Main menu, click the Config button. 2. Click on the External Alarms icon. 3. For each alarm: • Set the Trigger as High or Low as required. .
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.1.4 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2 Remote Communication and Fault Notification Setup This section describes the Ethernet and SNMP setup. The SNMP setup option also available in this dialog is described in section 5.2.2. SNMP . Select an option (ETH:TCP or ETH: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 or ETH:SNMP). 5.2.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.2.2 SNMP Support The MBF-40 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. 5.2.2.1 SNMP Traps Parameters The MBF-40 sends SNMP traps to user defined destination addresses. NOTE: One destination address can currently be defined via the Web. Seven more destination addresses can be defined via the CLI Shell.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 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. 5.3 User Accounts The MBF-40 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) Shell.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.3.2 User Access Levels In this generation of the system, standard users can be promoted to login via the Web Interface, inheriting the Read-Write or Read-Only access to this interface.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.4 Reboot CAUTION!! Use this function in Emergency Cases ONLY To reboot the Control Module: 1. Click the Config tab. 2. Click on the Reboot icon. 3. Approve the Reboot sequence. 5.5 CLI (Command Line Interface) Shell To access the CLI Shell: 1. Click on the Config button. 2. Select the Shell option. The Shell button invokes the CLI pane.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 5.6 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 MBF-40 Commands and Attributes document. www.cobham.com/wireless Page | 5-10 Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6 MONITORING AND FAULT SOURCING MBF-40 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.1 Monitoring Via the MBF-40 Home Screen In addition to RF settings and readings, the MBF-40 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 MBF-40 Main Monitoring and Configuration window 1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.1.1 General Page Area Figure 6-2: MBF-40 General Indicator Description Temperature Current ambient temperature Tag Name of Repeater, user customizable Door Status Green if closed Received Data Quality Check data for consistencies 6.1.2 Detailed view of the MBF-40 Figure 6-3: MBF-40 Repeater Status Cobham Wireless – Coverage Date: 14-Feb-16 Document number: 00071UM Rev. 4.3 www.cobham.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Indicator Description Band Overall band status. Radio System Identifier Band(s) and technologies in use Comm DL/UL status Power Power indication Radio Board Firmware Firmware related error Radio Board Temp Radio board temperature indicator Amplifier Power Turn amp. on/off.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.1.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.2 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL This section describes the LEDs of the internal modules. The modules are accessed if the remote is opened. An example of the MBF-40 Dual-band, dual-service antenna model is given below: Controller module LEDs, see 6.3.1 F/O converter module LEDs, see 6.3.2 Figure 6-7: Example of MBF-40 Repeater Internal View NOTE: MIMO models include two optic converter modules with separate LED indicators. Both modules’ LED status should be checked.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.3.1 Control Module LEDs Modem Status Modem Power The two LEDs “Modem Power” and “Modem Status” do not fill any function and can be disregarded. Status Login The Control Module has four LEDs which give information regarding the status of the MBF-40.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 6.3.3 Power Supply LEDs This section provides a detailed description of the LEDs and fault examples.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Appendix A - US Specifications Frequency Range Lower band Upper band 800MHz (Sprint) 850MHz (Cellular) 1900MHz (PCS) 1700MHz (AWS) LTE700 Uplink (UL) Downlink (DL) Operational BW 698-716MHz 776-787MHz 817-824 MHz 824-849MHz 1850-1915MHz 1710-1755MHz 728-746MHz 746-757MHz 862-869 MHz 869-894MHz 1930-1995MHz 2110-2155MHz 29MHz 29MHz 32MHz 32MHz 65MHz 45MHz General Parameters 3dB Typical (maximum gain) ±2dB < 2µs Adjustable, in 1dB steps
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Appendix B - Canada Specifications Frequency Range Lower band LTE700 Upper band 800MHz (Sprint) 850MHz (Cellular) 1900MHz 1700MHz (AWS) Uplink (UL) 698-716MHz 776-787MHz 817-824 MHz 824-849MHz 1850-1915MHz 1710-1755MHz LTE700 Lower band Upper band 800MHz (Sprint) + 850MHz (Cellular) 1900MHz 1700MHz (AWS) Nominal DOWNLINK and Nominal BW LTE700 Lower band Upper band 800MHz (Sprint) + 850MHz (Cellular) 1900MHz 1700MHz (AWS) System Impedance R
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL www.cobham.com/wireless Page | A-2 Cobham Wireless – Coverage Document number: 00071UM Date: 14-Feb-16 Rev. 4.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Appendix C – 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 Cobham Wireless. Tools Tool Description Illustration Fibrescope connected to a PC running the appropriate viewing software.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Dry Cleaning CAUTION!! 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL 4. With the cleaning-head end fully engaged in the connector, push until an audible “click” is heard 5. Without fully withdrawing the cleaning head end push it in again twice more, each time until an audible “click” is heard. 6. Withdraw the “One Click” cleaner and replace the protective end cap. 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.
MBF-40 AMERICAS REPEATERS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL Wet 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. Lightly moisten a new lint-free wipe with 99% isopropyl alcohol. (Step A below). Tip: Have a dry lint-free swab available for immediately drying after performing the wetcleaning. 2.
