OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL LTE CELLULAR REPEATER MODEL RPT 700 DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN CANADA Any modifications to this device will void FCC and IC approvals.
Manual Number: TELCOSAT RPT 700 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE MANUAL CELLULAR REPEATER MODEL RPT700 (698-716MHz, 777-787Mhz) TELCOSAT RPT700 The information set forth in this document and all rights in and to inventions disclosed herein, and patents which might be granted thereon disclosing, employing or covering the materials, methods, techniques or apparatus described herein are the exclusive property of Telcosat Inc. This document is an operation and maintenance manual.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 SAFETY SUMMARY High voltage is used in the operation of this equipment. Death on contact may result if personnel fail to observe the following safety precautions: Only qualified trained personnel can install this equipment. Electrical connection and installation must meet your local Electrical Safety Installation codes. Prior to any maintenance or inspection of this device disconnect the power supply.
TELCOSAT RPT700 1. Table of Contents 1. 2. CHAPTER 1 ............................................................................................................... 1 1.1 TERMINOLOGY................................................................................................. 1 1.2 GENERAL ........................................................................................................... 1 1.3 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................
TELCOSAT RPT700 5.1 6. APPENDIX A ........................................................................................................... 17 6.1 7. Storage of Equipment ......................................................................................... 16 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 17 APPENDIX B ........................................................................................................... 18 7.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 1. CHAPTER 1 1.1 TERMINOLOGY Throughout this manual, the terms DOWNLINK and UPLINK are used. Downlink is the direction of RF energy from the Cell Tower (Donor) to the Cell Phone. Uplink is the path direction from the Cell Phone to the Donor Cell Tower. Cell phone signal booster is used synonymously with cell phone repeater and cell phone extender. 1.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 1.3.1 Materials The only other materials supplied as standard by the manufacturer of the Repeater are this user manual. 1.3.2 Applications The RPT700 cellular repeater can be used as part of a complete in building package or as a stand-alone cell phone signal booster or extender in remote areas. 1.4 RPT700 SPECIFICATIONS Appendix A contains the TELCOSAT RPT700 Repeater Specifications. 1.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 2. CHAPTER 2 2.1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW 2.1.1 GENERAL The TELCOSAT RPT700 is available as a dual band or single band unit. The single band version is available in two Uplink bands; UL Band 12 covering 698MHz – 716MHz, UL Band 13 covering 776MHz – 787MHz. The Dual band version covers DownLink bands 12 and 13 from 728Mhz –746Mhz and 746Mhz – 756Mhz..
TELCOSAT RPT 700 Downlink Signal From the Remote Cell Tower to the Cell Phones Downlink RF signals from a donor cell site are received by the pick-up antenna connected to the repeater. This signal is then passed through a Diplexer. The RF output from the diplexer is then passed through a signal filter chain to reject out-of-band Inter Modulation products and unwanted radio signals.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 2.1.3 USER CONFIGURATION The RPT700 does not provide the ability for a user to make changes to the radio frequency, the radio bandpass, change the mode of operation, changes to the maximum R.F. power, or being able to modify the repeater in any way that will affect the designed and certified operation. Prevention control is managed by the use of factory preset cavity filters, maximum RF transmit power is digitally controlled and factory calibrated only.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 3. CHAPTER 3 3.1 INSTALLATION Any modifications to this device will void FCC and IC approvals. DETAILED SET UP INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR RPT700 CELLULAR REPEATER. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION 3.2 WARNINGS WARNING DO NOT POWER UP THE REPEATER WITH OUT THE ANTENNAS CONNECTED WARNING THIS IS NOT A CONSUMER PRODUCT. THIS IS A COMMERCIAL PRODUCT THAT MUST BE INSTALLED AND OPERATED BY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 If you require any additional installation guidelines then please consult your supplier or consult with an RF Systems Engineer. 3.3 TOOLS REQUIRED Spectrum analyzer with a tracking generator, frequency ranges 1 Gigahertz. Optional Signal Generator for onsite testing of the repeater, frequency range of 4 Gigahertz. Hand held cable fault locator (TDR) Multi-meter Hand tools. Water proofing tape. Coax cable straps for support. Cellular Phone. 3.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 Figure 2 Location of the N Type Connectors for the Antennas Page | 8 Document use is restricted to that described on the cover
TELCOSAT RPT 700 3.5 ANTENNA ISOLATION & COAX CABLES All repeaters require antenna isolation (separation) to prevent the signal from one antenna directly feeding into the other antenna. If this occurs it is called “oscillation” and your repeater will not work. The usable gain of your repeater is directly linked to the antenna isolation. Due to the variations of system layouts and requirements it is not possible to have one procedure that will suffice every installation.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 Figure 3 Antenna Connection Points Only when you have safely connected and installed your antennas and coax then proceed to the next step. DO NOT CONNECT TO THE POWER SUPPLY.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 3.7 POWER AND ANTTENUATION SWITCH SETTINGS Figure 4 RPT700 Dual Band Front Panel For the RPT700 Dual Band Repeater open the door on the Repeater and you will see three modules with a row of switches on each module The left side Module is marked “Uplink to Cell Tower” and below that is a frequency range. This module controls the power level that will be transmitted back to the cellular tower for the stated frequency range.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 Each module has five switches. Each switch has numbers engraved below them. Above the switches the word “Attenuate” is engraved into the module. When the switches are in the up position, towards the word Attenuate, the signal levels are reduced. (Attenuate means to reduce the signal level). To increase power you toggle the switch down. The numbers below the switches are calibrated in dBm.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 After adjusting the receive signal levels from the Cellular Tower we now adjust the power levels for the area fill. (Down-Link Signal) For the next step you can use your cellular phone signal level indicator or preferably a spectrum analyzer. Toggle down the area fill switches in 2dBm steps until the desired power levels have been obtained. 3.10 ADJUSTING UP-LINK TRANSMIT POWER TO CELLULAR TOWER It is important to only use the minimum required power level for the Up-Link transmit power.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 Your repeater contains no user replaceable parts and must be returned to the factory for repair. FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INSTALLING YOUR REPEATER PLEASE CONTACT: Telcosat Inc, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. T2E 7E4 403 291 4031 Fax 403 291 3059 Website: www.telcosat.com NOTE: Local time, Mountain Time.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 4. CHAPTER 4 4.1 WARRANTY AND REPAIR 4.1.1 WARRANTY Your Telcosat Repeater is guaranteed against manufacturers defects for 2 years. Telcosat Inc retains the right to decide if the fault/defect is a manufacturer’s defect. Telcosat Inc will not accept liability for any damage caused through improper use or poor installation practices. 4.1.2 Limited Warranty Hardware.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 5. CHAPTER 5. 5.1 Storage of Equipment When storing your equipment you must place the unit in a dry location, away from direct sun exposure and take measures to prevent moisture/condensation build up in your repeater enclosure. Silica Gel bags should be placed inside the enclosure to absorb moisture. The door on the enclosure should be closed and sealed with weather proof tape to ensure an air tight enclosure.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 6. APPENDIX A 6.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 7. APPENDIX B 7.1 RETURNED GOODS PROCEDURE 7.1.1 Technical Information Contact Telcosat Inc or your supplier to determine whether or not an item should be returned for repair. Contact Telcosat Inc 403 291 4031 or email, (Go to www.telcosat.com for email link.) 7.1.2 Return Identification Please provide the following information with each repair. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Date of requested repairs.
TELCOSAT RPT 700 7.1.5 Repair / Return Status Under normal circumstances defective items will be replaced repaired within 5 working business days of receipt. Telcosat Inc will inspect and test your repeater in a lab environment. Upon completion of the inspection a written estimate will be provided to the client. A minimum charge of $500.00 will be charged to the client to cover the cost of inspection and testing plus minor repairs.
