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Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Document Number: 750-000XX-00 Revision: A1 Notice THE INFORMATION, DRAWINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER MATERIALS PROVIDED ARE ACCEPTED BY YOU “AS IS” AND YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT NO WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, CORRECTNESS, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER MATTER ARE TO BE IMPLIED BY YOUR USE OR WIRELESS SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS, LLC’s PROVISION OF THE MATERIALS.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx TABLE OF CONTENTS Paragraph Title Page Table of Contents 1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 1 1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 1.2 System Overview .................................................................................... 1 1.3 Related Documentation .........
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 4.3 Chassis Installation ............................................................................... 37 5.0 SYSTEM INTERCONNECTS .......................................................................... 39 5.1 Connector List and Descriptions ........................................................... 39 5.1.1 Front Panel............................................................................................
Rev A1 July -30 2020 9.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx GLOSSARY ...........................................................................................................
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure Title Figure 1.4-1 Figure 1.6-1 Figure 2.3.1-1 Figure 2.3.1-2 Figure 2.3.2-1 Figure 2.3.2-2 Figure 2.3.2-3 Figure 3.4-1 Figure 3.4-2 Figure 3.4-3 Figure 3.5.1-1 Figure 3.5.1-2 Figure 3.5.1-3 Figure 3.5.1-4 Figure 3.5.1-5 Figure 3.5.1-6 Figure 3.5.1-7 Figure 3.5.1-8 Figure 3.5.1.2-2 Figure 3.6.3.1-1 Figure 3.6.3.2-1 Figure 5.1.1-2 Figure 5.1.1-2 Figure 5.1.2-1 Figure 5.1.3-1 Figure 5.1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx LIST OF TABLES Table Title Page Temporary Revision History .......................................................................................... viii Service Bulletin History .................................................................................................. ix Table 1.5.1-1 WSS 4G System Components ............................................................ 4 Table 1.5.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 1.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.1 Introduction This document provides guidance for the installation of the WSS 4G LTE System. It describes the physical, mechanical and electrical characteristics for the installation of the WSS system. The System is intended for In-Flight Entertainment (IFE). IFE includes Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) advisory information only and does not include any flight-critical data. 1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 1.3 Unpacking and Inspecting Equipment Upon receipt of the equipment in shipping boxes, inspect them for damage. If shipment is determined to be damaged, take photographs of the damage, and notify the carrier and file a claim. If the boxes are intact, carefully unpack the equipment and make a visual inspection of the unit for evidence of damage incurred during shipment.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 1.4 WSS 4G System Components 1.4.1 WSS Provided Equipment Shipset Table 1.5.1-1 contains the quantity, depiction, description and part numbers for the WSS 4G System components that should be ordered from Wireless Systems Solutions for the installation. Table 1.5.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Table 1.5.2-2 Optional WSS Provided Material Quantity Description Part Number 1 RRH CONNECTOR KIT 765-00043-22 1 RRH CABLE KIT 765-00044-22 1.4.3 Installer-Provided Material Table 1.5.3-1 contains additional material needed for the System installation which are not provided and are the responsibility of the installer for their unique aircraft installation. Refer to Section 3.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 1.5 Interface Summary The WSS 4G System requires 8 phase-matched RF cables, power and fiber cable connections. Figure 1.6-1 shows the basic system, and a simplified cabling diagram. In addition to the radio-antenna cables, connection to the +28 VDC power line is required. Figure 1.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 2.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 2-1 presents Technical Specifications of the WSS 4G System. Table 2-1 Technical Specifications Remote Radio Head (RRH) Parameter FCC Identification Number Operating frequency range Power Input Composite Maximum RF Power Output Form Factor ABR Chassis Weight ABR Chassis Ventilation Requirements Specification 2AWXX--ARRH04885CVT 2.4GHz ISM Band - 2400 to 2483.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 2.1 Environmental DO-160G Testing is accomplished in accordance with DO-160G, Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment. The following DO-160G categories and test conditions are based on the design of the ABR and the aircraft antennas for the intended installation inside or outside of the pressure vessel. The Radio contains no lithium battery.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 DO160G Section Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Description 4.5.4 Operating High Temp 4.6.1 Altitude 4.6.2 Decompression 4.6.3 Overpressure 4.5.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx DO160G Section WSS Test Conditions Antennas (FDQ and HPB) Description Lightning Direct Effects Icing Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Fire, Flammability 23 24 25 26 2A2A A A X 2.2 Guidance Documentation Table 2.2-1 includes a list of applicable guidance documentation. Table 2.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Figure 2.3.1-1 Aircraft Base Radio Form Factor The RRH is mounted on the back of the antenna, shown in Figure 2.3.1-2. The antenna mounting plate is first mounted in the tower in the location identified, see Section 2.1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Figure 2.3.1-2 RRH Installation 2.3.2 Antenna Mechanical Definition The WSS 4G LTE system utilizes one Full-Duplex Phase array antenna. See Section 3.5 Mounting Considerations for more details. See Figure 2.3.2-1 for Beam Forming antenna (Rear Mount).
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Figure 2.3.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Figure 2.3.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Figure 2.3.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 3.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx PLANNING THE INSTALLATION 3.1 Introduction Installation should take place in an authorized location for such activity; the installer will need to consider the location of the antenna. 3.2 Safety Precautions, Warnings, and Advisories WARNINGS: are provided before potentially dangerous procedures, materials, methods, and processes and must be followed precisely to avoid injury.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx WHILE THE RRH SYSTEM IS NOT CLASSIFIED AS A STATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE, GOOD SHOP PRACTICES SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WHEN HANDLING AND INSTALLING ALL EQUIPMENT. USE OF GROUNDED CONDUCTIVE SURFACES AND ANTISTATIC MATERIALS IS RECOMMENDED.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx RF EXPOSURE STATEMENTS Exposure to radio frequency during wireless operation: Based on the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the separation distance between a wireless antenna and any person’s body must be at least 21.26 inches [54 cm]. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of 21.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 3.3 Installation Approval This guide is not approved installation data and only provides guidance to installation approval for this equipment. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the installer to obtain approval for the installation and for providing the owner/operator with evidence that the critical systems are not susceptible to RFI/EMI interference from portable electronic devices (i.e.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 3.4 Special Tooling 3.4.1 Installation Tools An optional special tool is recommended to mate and de-mate the TNC connectors on the front panel of the ABR chassis, as these connectors are tightly spaced. The tool is an Ideal Industries Tool, Connector Removal; BNC/TNC; 12-inch, Mfr. Part#: 35-042, or equivalent, as depicted in Figure 3.4-1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 3.4.2 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Post-Installation Tools The Drone Test System is used for the ground test of the WSS 4G LTE System after it has been installed. The Drone Test System includes all the equipment necessary to perform a Connectivity / Traffic Test and Max Power Test. See Section 6.2.4 of this manual for more information. 3.5 Mounting Considerations 3.5.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Once the antenna locations approved, the cable length required between the mounted and the antenna fixtures are fixed. 3.5.1.1 WSS Antenna Site Selection and Separation WSS provides dedicated engineering resources to work with the installer in the antenna..
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 6.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx POST INSTALLATION This section provides the necessary information for successful post-installation verification and test recommendations for the WSS 4G System. This process is intended to be a one-time process for the initial installation of the system.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 4. Using a capacitance meter, or suitable Digital Meter, measure the capacitance between outer and inner conductor 5. Verify that the result is in line with the calculated value and reconnect the cable at both ends. 6. If the value is not as expected, further troubleshooting to determine the cause of the error may be required. 7. Repeat this measurement for each coaxial cable. 6.1.1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 6.2.1 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Service Activation The WSS 4G system requires activation of service prior to flight testing and after system installation. System activation must also be performed after Aircraft Base Radio (ABR) exchange as unique system details will need to be updated for continued service.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx NOTE: While every effort will be made to activate service as quickly as possible, it is recommended that the activation process is started as early as possible during system installation to ensure any potential delays are minimized prior to aircraft delivery. For service activation under OEM or Dealer: 1. Identify the ABR Serial Number, located on the front panel of the unit. 2.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 6.2.2 System Traffic and Power tests The following sections provide an overview of the steps required to perform a system traffic test and system power test utilizing the WSS Drone test equipment. For full details regarding setup, configuration and test requirements, please refer to the Drone Operations Manual, PN 600-00336-000.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx Step Process 1 Establish network connection Confirmation of initial system attach within network coverage. 2 End-to-end device connection Verification of data connection from onboard user device and internet access. 6.3.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 6.3.2.2 End-to-End User Device Testing This section provides guidance on steps to validate an end-to-end user connection(s) while aircraft is operating within network coverage. While maintaining the flight plan previously initiated the following user test should be performed periodically to confirm a connection is maintained and the user experience is uninterrupted. 1.
Rev A1 July -30 2020 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx 6.4 Recommendations for Eliminating Self-Wi-Fi Interference This paragraph is to provide detailed instructions on recommendations for eliminating interference from Wi-Fi devices in the aircraft. Configure (Wi-Fi Router/Access Point) to 5.8 GHz band if possible. Routers and access points operating in the 2.4GHz band should be configured to operate on Channel 1 or Channel 6 (2.412 GHz or 2.437 GHz). 6.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 7.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx TROUBLESHOOTING AND FAULT DIAGNOSIS This section describes the troubleshooting and fault diagnosis processes for the WSS 4G system. It is always recommended that should an operational issue be suspected that you seek assistance with these procedures through Satcom Direct, details for which can be found below. 7.
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Rev A1 July -30 2020 8.0 Document: WSS 4G Ground Installation Manual 75000004-00 Reva1.Docx MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 8.1 General This section provides troubleshooting, maintenance and repair guidance for the WSS 4G system. 8.2 Maintenance The WSS 4G system requires no periodic routine maintenance. 8.
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