Baicells Nova-233 G2 Outdoor 2x1W FDD/TDD User manual

Nova-233 G2 Outdoor 2x1W FDD/TDD
eNodeB Installation Guide
March 2018
Version 1.9

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About This Document
This document is intended for personnel who will be installing the Baicells Nova-233
Generation 2 (G2) Outdoor 2x1W eNodeB. The Nova-233 G2 is based on Frequency Division
Duplexing (FDD) or Time Division Duplexing (TDD) Long-term Evolution (LTE) technology, with
the option for an RJ-45 copper or an optical backhaul interface. The document includes
preparation of installation tools and materials, guidance on cell site location and other
considerations, and procedures for properly installing the eNB. Please be advised that only
personnel with the appropriate electrical skills and experience should install this device.
Copyright Notice
Baicells Technologies, Inc., copyrights the information in this document. No part of this
document may be reproduced in any form or means without the prior written consent of
Baicells Technologies, Inc.
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change at any time without notice. For more
information, please consult with a BaiCells technical engineer or the support team. Refer to
the “Contact Us” section below.
Disposal of Electronic and Electrical Waste
Pursuant to the WEEE EU Directive, electronic and electrical waste must not be
disposed of with unsorted waste. Please contact your local recycling authority for
disposal of this product.

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Revision Record
Date
Version
Description
SMEs/Contributors
Author/Editor
26-Mar-18
V1.9
Updated parts list
Boun Senekham
Jackie Rong
Sharon Redfoot
13-Mar-18
V1.8
Updated specs
Yang Yanan
Sharon Redfoot
21-Feb-2018
V1.7
Updated parts list, IP
address
Rick Harnish
Sonny May
Sharon Redfoot
21-Dec-2017
V1.6
FDD configuration
updates
Yang Yanan
Sharon Redfoot
20-Nov-2017
V1.5
Product updates
Yang Yanan
Sharon Redfoot
15-Nov-2017
V1.4
Updated from latest
specs
Cameron Kilton
Sharon Redfoot
15-Sep-2017
V1.3
Updates from SME review
Yang Yanan
Cameron Kilton
Sharon Redfoot
14-Sep-2017
V1.2
Updates based on China
mBS1105 IG update June
30, 2017
Yang Yanan
Cameron Kilton
Sharon Redfoot
6-Sep-2017
V1.1
Initial English edit
Yang Yanan
Cameron Kilton
Sharon Redfoot
30-Aug-2017
V1.0
Initial China IG version
Yang Yanan
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Contact Us
Baicells Technologies Co., Ltd.
China
North America
Address: 3F, Bldg. A, No. 1 Kai Tuo Rd,
Haidian Dist, Beijing, China
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75074, USA
Phone: [phone]
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Email: [e-mail] or
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Website: www.Baicells.com Website: https://na.Baicells.com

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Safety Information
For the safety of installation personnel and for the protection of the equipment from damage,
please read all safety warnings. If you have any questions concerning the warnings, before
installing or powering on the eNB contact the Baicells support team.
Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before
you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be
familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power
source.
Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical
codes.
Warning This product relies on the existing building or structure for short-circuit
(overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated no greater than 20A.
Warning Do not operate this wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or
in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified and qualified for such use.
Warning In order to comply with the United States Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a
minimum of 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) or more from the body of all persons.

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Table of Contents
1Overview ...................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Introduction................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 Features ....................................................................................................................... 9
2Out-of-Box Audit ......................................................................................................... 11
3Installation Preparation ............................................................................................... 13
3.1 Personnel................................................................................................................... 13
3.2 Operator Network Design Plan.................................................................................. 13
3.3 Materials and Tools.................................................................................................... 13
3.4 Software .................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Interfaces................................................................................................................... 14
3.6 Location and Environment......................................................................................... 16
3.7 Space Requirements.................................................................................................. 16
4Installation.................................................................................................................. 17
4.1 Process Overview ...................................................................................................... 17
4.2 Staging ....................................................................................................................... 18
4.2.1 Attach GPS Antenna to ENB.............................................................................18
4.2.2 Cabling Guidelines ...........................................................................................18
4.2.3 Connect GPS Antenna Cable............................................................................19
4.2.4 Connect RF Antenna Cables.............................................................................19
4.2.5 Connect Optical Fiber Cable ............................................................................20
4.2.6 Connect Ethernet Cable...................................................................................20
4.2.7 Connect Power Connector...............................................................................20
4.2.8 Connect Ground Cable ....................................................................................22
4.2.9 Power on the ENB to Check LEDs ....................................................................22
4.2.10 Staging Summary...........................................................................................23
4.3 Install Equipment on Tower, Roof, or Other Structure .............................................. 23
4.3.1 Attach ENB to Support Pole (if Needed)..........................................................23
4.3.2 Attach ENB to Wall (if Applicable) ...................................................................25
4.3.3 Install ENB and RF Antenna .............................................................................26
5Check ENB Status in Software ...................................................................................... 29
5.1 ENB GUI ..................................................................................................................... 29
5.2 OMC........................................................................................................................... 30
6Weatherproof All Connections..................................................................................... 31
Appendix A: FDD Technical Specifications ....................................................................... 32
Hardware Specifications .................................................................................................. 32
Software Specifications ................................................................................................... 33
Environmental Specifications .......................................................................................... 34
Appendix B: TDD Technical Specifications ....................................................................... 35
Hardware Specifications .................................................................................................. 35
Software Specifications ................................................................................................... 36

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Environmental Specifications .......................................................................................... 37
Appendix C: Regulatory Compliance ............................................................................... 38
Appendix D: FAQs .......................................................................................................... 39
List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Baicells Broadband Wireless Access Solution ......................................................... 9
Figure 1-2: Nova-233 G2 ENB .................................................................................................. 10
Figure 3-1: Side and Bottom Interfaces, LEDs ......................................................................... 15
Figure 3-2: Space Requirements.............................................................................................. 16
Figure 4-1: Installation Process Overview ............................................................................... 17
Figure 4-2: GPS Antenna.......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 4-3: Wiring Cavity ......................................................................................................... 20
Figure 4-4: Live and Neutral Wire Connections....................................................................... 21
Figure 4-5: Grounding Screws.................................................................................................. 22
Figure 4-6: LEDs ....................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 4-7: Pole Bracket Part 1 ................................................................................................ 24
Figure 4-8: Pole Bracket Part 2 ................................................................................................ 24
Figure 4-9: Connect Mounting Bracket to Pole Bracket .......................................................... 24
Figure 4-10: Completed Pole Mount ....................................................................................... 25
Figure 4-11: Wall Mount.......................................................................................................... 25
Figure 4-12: Assemble Directional Antenna............................................................................ 27
Figure 5-1: Web GUI ENB Status.............................................................................................. 29
Figure 5-2: CloudCore Login Page............................................................................................ 30
Figure 5-3: OMC ENB Status .................................................................................................... 30
Figure 6-1: Weatherproofing................................................................................................... 31
List of Tables
Table 2-1: Shipping List ............................................................................................................ 11
Table 3-1: Materials................................................................................................................. 13
Table 3-2: Operator-Supplied Tools ......................................................................................... 14
Table 3-3: Interfaces ................................................................................................................ 15
Table 3-4: LEDs......................................................................................................................... 15

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1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
The Baicells Nova-233 Generation 2 (G2) Outdoor 2x1W eNodeB (eNB) is a high-performing
outdoor micro base station. The Nova-233 G2 enables wired and wireless broadband access
to 3G Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD) and Time Division Duplexing (TDD) Long-Term
Evolution (LTE) backbone networks. It supports RJ-45 copper and optical backhaul options.
The Nova eNB makes use of the current LTE transmission resources to reduce the operator’s
investment with low-cost, enhanced coverage. Each eNB supports high-speed broadband data
and voice services, helping telecom operators, broadband operators, and enterprises to serve
customers in locations that might otherwise be difficult to reach.
The eNB is a component of the operator’s cell site and includes an integrated Global
Positioning System (GPS). The operator selects and provides one omni or directional Radio
Frequency (RF) antenna to install with each eNB. Optionally, the operator may install external
GPS antennas with each eNB.
Each eNB comes pre-configured so that installation is simplified and connection to the core
network is plug-and-play. Baicells provides operators with local and Web-based Graphical User
Interface (GUI) applications to configure and manage individual eNBs and Customer Premise
Equipment (CPE).
Additionally, Baicells offers a Software-as-a-Service (SAAS) solution called CloudCore.
CloudCore, also referred to as BaiCloud, includes an Operations Management Console (OMC)
for managing multiple sites across the network and a Business and Operations Support System
(BOSS) for subscriber management. Soon, CloudCore will include an Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
module for high-speed packet processing and high-quality mobile broadband services. The
EPC module is currently under field testing.
Figure 1-1 illustrates the Baicells broadband wireless access solution.

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Figure 1-1: Baicells Broadband Wireless Access Solution
1.2 Features
Key features of the Nova-233 G2 eNB include:
•Slim design, suitable for private and public deployments
•Integrated design of baseband and RF processing, saving cost and optimizing power
•Supports both FDD and TDD LTE carrier networks
oFDD bands 1/3/5/7/13/28A
oFDD maximum throughput @20MHz:
Downlink (DL) 150 Mbps
Uplink (UL) 50 Mbps
Refer to technical specifications in Appendix A: FDD.
oTDD bands 38/39/40/41/42/43/48 and customized

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oTDD maximum throughput @20MHz:
DL 112 Mbps
UL 20 Mbps
Refer to technical specifications in Appendix B: TDD.
•Flexible TDD 2:2 and 1:3 UL to DL transmission ratio
•5/10/15/20 MHz operation bandwidth options
•Up to 255 (FDD) / 96 (TDD) concurrent users
•Support for any IP based backhaul, including public transmission
•Low power consumption; can be integrated with solar power
•Supports emergency gateway (eGW) option for S1 aggregation to reduce signaling
load of the Mobility Management Entity (MME)
•Supports local traffic offload and charging with eGW, and with both integrated local
gateway and external eGW
•Highly secured with equipment certification against potential intrusion risks
The 1WG2 eNB has a sleek form factor: 8.9” (H) x 12” (W) x 2.9” (D) / 227mm (H) x 305mm (W)
x 74mm (D). It weighs only 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg). Figure 1-2 shows the Nova-233 G2 eNB.
Figure 1-2: Nova-233 G2 ENB

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2 Out-of-Box Audit
Before opening the box, check to see if the outer packaging is damaged or wet. If it is, or if any
items inside are missing or damaged, report the issue to the supplier within 10 days. Table 2-
1 is a shipping list showing the quantity of each item you should receive.
Table 2-1: Shipping List
Item
Qty
Description
Photograph of Item
Nova-233 G2 unit
1
This is a Nova-233 G2
eNB. Check the tag on the
unit to ensure you
received the correct
model eNodeB.
AC/DC Power
Adaptor
1
100V to 277VAC to 48VDC
0 to 4.17A, 200W adaptor
Power Terminal
1
2 wires green terminal
-
Power Plug
1
-
Optical Module
2
Small form-factor
pluggable (SFP) LC optical
modules
-
GPS Antenna Kit 1 Includes assembled GPS
antenna and GPS fixing
accessories, plus the GPS
jumper cable and M4*12
screw *3
Installation
Bracket Kit
-
Includes the assembled
installation bracket *1,
omega *4, M10*160
outer hex bolt *4, M10
flat gasket *4, M10 spring
gasket *4, M10 nut *4;
plus M10 flat gasket *6,
M10 spring cushion *6,
and M10 nut *6, M8x80
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expansion bolt *2
OT Ground
Terminal
2
Used to make ground
cable
-
Cold Shrink
Tubes
4
Installation accessory
Warranty
1
Printed document
-
Certification
1
Printed document
-
Quick Start Guide
1
Printed document
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3 Installation Preparation
3.1 Personnel
Installing the eNB on a tower, building, or other structure may require at least two people or
a tower crew. Installation personnel should follow standard safety precautions concerning
height, electricity, and other regulations. Baicells recommends that installation personnel
review this entire installation guide prior to beginning the installation.
3.2 Operator Network Design Plan
Installers should refer to the operator’s network design plan for information about specific
network components, IP addressing, radio frequency (RF) coverage goals for the specific cell
site, and initial configuration settings.
Each cell site may be unique in terms of the type and number of components to install, the
coverage area, the user requirements, and so forth. Clearly identify the structure on which the
eNB equipment will be installed, the intended height where the antenna and eNB will be
attached, the degree of antenna down tilt, and other necessary specifications that may impact
the success of the installation.
3.3 Materials and Tools
Tables 3-1 and 3-2 describe the materials and tools required during the installation. Materials
may be purchased through Baicells or through an authorized supplier:
https://na.Baicells.com/where-to-buy/. Match the frequency range of the antenna with the
eNB. Consult regulatory rules concerning output power specific to your location.
Table 3-1: Materials
Item
Description
Power Cable
Gauge: Less than AWG16 (e.g., AWG14)
Length: Shorter than 330 feet (100 meters)
RF Antenna Cable
50-ohm feeder
Optical Fiber
Single mode optical fiber
Ethernet Cable
Outdoor CAT6
Shorter than 330 feet (100 meters)
RF Antenna
Omnidirectional or Directional
Ground Cable
16mm² diameter yellow-green wire

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Table 3-2: Operator-Supplied Tools
Level bar Marking pen Knife Pliers Wrench
Percussion drill
and drill heads
Hammer Cross screw driver Cable vice (crimper) Tape measure
5mm L-shaped
Allen wrench
Torx screw-
driver
T7 screwdriver
head
Cable Stripper
3.4 Software
As part of finishing the eNB installation process, you will need a computer to log in and verify
that the eNB status is reported as active by:
•Using a local Ethernet connection to the eNB or a Web browser to access the eNB GUI
client application; or
•Accessing the internet to reach the cloud-based OMC application.
3.5 Interfaces
Figure 3-1 shows the side and bottom interfaces and LED indicators on the eNB. The interfaces
are described in Table 3-3, and the LEDs are described in Table 3-4.

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Figure 3-1: Side and Bottom Interfaces, LEDs
Table 3-3: Interfaces
Interface Name
Description
PWR
Power interface: +48V (+42V to +60V) DC
GPS
External GPS antenna, N-female connection
ANT0
External RF antenna 0, N-female connector
OPT
Optical interface to connect to external data backhaul
ETH
RJ-45 Ethernet interface, used for debugging or external data backhaul
ANT1
External RF antenna 1, N-female connector
Table 3-4: LEDs
LED
Color
Status
Description
PWR Green
Steady on
Power is on
Off
No power supply
RUN Green
Fast flash:
0.125s on, 0.125s off ENB is booting up
Slow flash:
1s on, 1s off ENB is booted and operational
Off
No power input, or board failure
ACT
Green
Steady on
Active cell site. The transmitting channel is
working normally.
Off
Inactive cell site. The transmitting channel is
not working.
ALM
Red
Steady on
Hardware alarm, e.g., VSWR alarm
Off
No alarm

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3.6 Location and Environment
When determining where to place the eNB, you need to consider factors such as climate,
hydrology, geology, the possibility of earthquakes, reliable electric power, and transportation
access. Refer to the technical specifications in Appendix A.
Avoid locating the eNB in areas where there may be extreme temperatures, harmful gases,
unstable voltages, volatile vibrations, loud noises, flames, explosives, or electromagnetic
interference (e.g., large radar stations, transformer substations). Avoid areas that are prone to
impounded water, soaking, leakage, or condensation.
3.7 Space Requirements
When determining the location for the eNB, consider what space is required for ongoing
operation and maintenance of the equipment. Allow space for heat dissipation and normal
operating limits. Recommended space allowances are shown in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2: Space Requirements

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4 Installation
Some cell site structures may have existing frameworks for attaching the eNB and antenna.
For purposes of explaining the installation procedure, this section assumes the eNB will be
installed on a support pole or on a wall.
4.1 Process Overview
Figure 4-1 provides an overview of the installation process. Note that you will complete the
basic connections and turn on the power to the eNB while it is still on the ground to ensure it
is operating properly before installing it at its final location on a tower, building, or other
structure.
Figure 4-1: Installation Process Overview

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4.2 Staging
You will assemble several components while the eNB and antenna are still on the ground. This
section covers the staging activities that prepare the eNB and antenna for installing at the
destined tower, roof, or other structure.
4.2.1 Attach GPS Antenna to ENB
The GPS antenna has been assembled before packing. The only installation step is to fix the
GPS mounting bracket on the eNB using the M4 *14 screws. The GPS will be attached to the
top of the eNB, as shown in Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2: GPS Antenna
4.2.2 Cabling Guidelines
The Nova eNB has several interfaces on the bottom and side of the unit. The interfaces were
shown in Figure 3-1 and described in Table 3-3.
The next part of the staging process is to connect the various cables such as RF antenna,
backhaul, and power to the eNB interfaces. Please review the following guidelines concerning
cable layout and installation. Follow all specifications provided by manufacturers of non-
Baicells products used.
General guidelines:
•RF antenna feeder cable bending radius: 7/8” > 250 mm, 4/5” > 380 mm or as specified
by the manufacturer
•Jumper cable bending radius: ¼” > 35 mm, ½” (super soft) > 50 mm, ½” (normal) > 127
mm or as specified by the manufacturer

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•Power cable and grounding cable bending radius: > triple the diameter of the cable or
as specified by the manufacturer
•Optical fiber bending radius: 20 times the diameter of the optical fiber or as specified
by the manufacturer
•Recommend not binding together the cables
•Attach a label to identify each cable.
Optical fiber cable layout guidelines:
•Do not coil or twist the cable.
•Do not bind on the turn in the cable.
•Do not pull or weigh down the optical fiber.
Grounding layout guidelines:
•The grounding cable must connect to the grounding point.
•The grounding cable must be kept separate from the signal cables, remaining enough
distance apart to avoid interference with the signal.
4.2.3 Connect GPS Antenna Cable
The procedure below assumes you are not only connecting but also weatherproofing the GPS
antenna cable. You may wait until later in the staging process to perform the weatherproofing
(that is, after you have tested the eNB). Weatherproofing is explained and illustrated in section
6.
1. Insert the GPS jumper cable into the cold shrink tube.
2. Connect one end of the GPS jumper to the GPS antenna.
3. Push the cold shrink tube to the top joint, and pull out the strip.
4. Connect the other end of the GPS jumper to the GPS interface on the bottom of the
eNB.
4.2.4 Connect RF Antenna Cables
You will need to prepare or secure the RF cables that will run between the eNB and RF antenna
at the destined site. Follow the steps below to attach the RF antenna cables to the eNB. The
procedure assumes you are not only connecting but also weatherproofing the RF antenna
cables. You may wait until later in the staging process to perform the weatherproofing (that is,
after you have tested the eNB). Weatherproofing is explained and illustrated in section 6.
1. Open the dust caps on the ANT0 and ANT1 interfaces that are on the bottom of the
eNB.
2. Insert each RF cable into a cold shrink tube.
3. Connect one end of each RF cable to ANT0 and ANT1 interfaces, and tighten them
using a wrench.
4. Push the cold shrink tube to the top joint, and pull out the strip.

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5. Connect the other ends of the RF cables to the external RF antenna. This end of the
cable also will need to be weatherproofed.
4.2.5 Connect Optical Fiber Cable
You will need to prepare or secure optical fiber cable if you are using an optical backhaul for
this site. Follow the steps below to attach the optical fiber cable to the eNB. The procedure
assumes you are not only connecting but also weatherproofing the cable. You may wait until
later in the staging process to perform the weatherproofing (that is, after you have tested the
eNB). Weatherproofing is explained and illustrated in section 6.
1. Use an M4 cross screwdriver to unscrew the three screws on the cover of the wiring
cavity located on the side of the eNB (Figure 4-3). Open the wiring cavity.
2. Connect the optical fiber cable to the OPT interface in the wiring cavity.
3. Lay the optical fibers along the wire groove in the cavity to stretch outside the wiring
cavity.
Figure 4-3: Wiring Cavity
4.2.6 Connect Ethernet Cable
You will need to prepare or secure Ethernet cable if you are using an Ethernet backhaul for this
site. Follow the steps below to attach the Ethernet cable to the eNB. The procedure assumes
you are not only connecting but also weatherproofing the cable. You may wait until later in
the staging process to perform the weatherproofing (that is, after you have tested the eNB).
Weatherproofing is explained and illustrated in section 6.
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the ETH interface in the wiring cavity.
2. Lay the Ethernet cable along the wire groove to stretch outside the wiring cavity.
4.2.7 Connect Power Connector
The two ends of the power adaptor are bare terminal ends, since the distance between the