User's Manual

RadioFrame System Method of Procedure GSM/802.11b
System Description
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2.7.1 Main Rack
The main rack is a 19” EIA standard rack and that is typically used to house the BCU and
one ACU.
2.7.2 Remote ACUs
Remote ACUs are located in Telco rooms or other closets throughout the building
mounted in 19” EIA-standard compliant racks or equivalent. The racks for remote ACUs
may be either floor or wall-mounted racks. Any other method used to mount the remote
ACU is not approved, and could void the warranty on the product and other components
in the RFS.
2.7.3 RFUs
RFUs are located throughout the building to provide coverage for specific areas. RFUs
are typically mounted on or above the ceiling, or on a wall. The following illustration
depicts typical RFU locations using a simple floor plan. Three RFUs, denoted by
triangles, are located along the central hallway providing coverage to each portion of the
floor.
Figure 9 RFUs are located throughout the building to provide coverage.
2.7.3.1 RadioBlades and iRAPS
The number and combination of RadioBlades and iRAPs to be installed in each RFU is
driven by the coverage and capacity requirements of that particular portion of the
building. A maximum of six GSM RadioBlades can be installed in each RFU. A maximum
of two iRAPs can be installed in each RFU. Each RadioBlade is supplied with an antenna
that must be installed vertically and pointed down towards the ground.