Baicells Nova430i User manual

Nova430i
Outdoor 4x250mW
Two-Carrier
TDD eNodeB
Installation Guide
QRTB 2.9.4
March 2022
Version 1.01

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About This Document
This document is intended for personnel who will be installing the Baicells Nova430i Outdoor
4x250mW eNodeB (eNB) product. The product overview is followed by the procedures for properly
installing, performing basic configuration, and verifying the eNB is operational. Please be advised
that only personnel with the appropriate electrical skills and experience should install this device.
This document is based on software version BaiBS_QRTB_2.9.4. The Nova430i part number is
pBS3101S.
Terms used in this document or related to LTE are listed in alphabetical order and described in
Acronyms and Abbreviations, which can be found at Baicells.com > Resources > Documents.
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.
Revision Record
Date
Version
Description
SMEs/Contributors
Author/Editor
04-Mar-2022
1.01
Initial release for QRTB 2.9.4
Warren Lai, Sonny May, Abel
Lamas
Catherine Philley
Resources
•Documentation - Baicells product data sheets, this document, and other technical
manuals can be found at Baicells.com > Resources > Documents.
•Support - How to open a support ticket, process an RMA, and the Support Forum are at
Baicells.com > Support.

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Contact Us
Baicells Technologies North America, Inc.
North America
Address: 5700 Tennyson Pkwy, #300, Plano, TX 75024, USA
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] or [e-mail]
Website: https://na.Baicells.com
Safety Information
For the safety of installation personnel and 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 base station, 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: Equipment installation 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: 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
1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................7
1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................7
1.2 Features..........................................................................................................................8
2 Installation Preparation ..........................................................................................................10
2.1 Materials ......................................................................................................................10
2.2 LEDs and Interfaces.......................................................................................................12
2.3 Location and Environment ............................................................................................13
2.4 CloudCore Account .......................................................................................................13
3 Installation..............................................................................................................................14
3.1 Process Overview..........................................................................................................14
3.2 Install eNB on Pole or Wall ............................................................................................14
3.2.1 Install on Pole.....................................................................................................14
3.2.2 Install on Wall..................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Connect Cables .............................................................................................................17
3.3.1 Cable Laying Requirements.................................................................................17
3.3.2 Connect Ethernet Cable......................................................................................18
3.4 eNB Grounding .............................................................................................................18
3.4.1 Connect Grounding Cables .................................................................................18
3.4.2 Pole Grounding...................................................................................................19
3.5 Maintenance Chamber Waterproofing..........................................................................20
3.6 Power on to Check LED Status.......................................................................................20
3.7 Configure Basic Parameters...........................................................................................21
3.7.1 Launch the eNB GUI ...........................................................................................21
3.7.2 Upgrade Firmware.............................................................................................. 23
3.7.3 Basic Configuration Overview ............................................................................. 24
3.7.4 Configure Network Interfaces............................................................................. 24
3.7.5 Configure the Management Server.....................................................................29
3.7.6 Configure Quick Settings.....................................................................................31
3.7.7 Configure Carrier Setting ....................................................................................32
3.7.8 Reboot ...............................................................................................................33
3.7.9 Verify eNB Operational Status ............................................................................34
Appendix: Regulatory Compliance.............................................................................................37
FCC Compliance..................................................................................................................37
ISEDC Compliance...............................................................................................................37

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Nova430i eNB .............................................................................................................7
Figure 1-2: Network Structure ......................................................................................................7
Figure 2-1: Packout.....................................................................................................................10
Figure 2-2: LEDs and Interfaces...................................................................................................12
Figure 2-3: CloudCore Login Page ...............................................................................................14
Figure 3-1: Installation Process Overview....................................................................................14
Figure 3-2: Attach Bracket to Pole...............................................................................................15
Figure 3-3: Attach eNB to Bracket ...............................................................................................15
Figure 3-4: Completed Installation..............................................................................................15
Figure 3-5: Mark and Drill Holes .................................................................................................16
Figure 3-6: Attach With Expansion Bolts .....................................................................................16
Figure 3-7: Completed Installation..............................................................................................17
Figure 3-8: Connect Cables and Grounding Screws .....................................................................18
Figure 3-9: Pole Grounding .........................................................................................................19
Figure 3-10: Check LEDs .............................................................................................................20
Figure 3-11: GUI Login ................................................................................................................22
Figure 3-12: Home Page .............................................................................................................22
Figure 3-13: Configuration Flow..................................................................................................24
Figure 3-14: WAN/LAN/VLAN .....................................................................................................25
Figure 3-15: LGW........................................................................................................................26
Figure 3-16: LGW = Router..........................................................................................................28
Figure 3-17: Static Routing..........................................................................................................28
Figure 3-18: Management Server ...............................................................................................30
Figure 3-19: Quick Setting ..........................................................................................................32
Figure 3-20: Carrier Setting.........................................................................................................33
Figure 3-21: Reboot....................................................................................................................34
Figure 3-22: Cell Status (eNB GUI)...............................................................................................35
Figure 3-23: Cell Status (OMC)....................................................................................................35
Figure 3-24: OMC > eNB > Monitor > Display Settings.................................................................36

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List of Tables
Table 2-1: Materials....................................................................................................................11
Table 2-2: Installation Tools ........................................................................................................11
Table 2-3: LEDs ...........................................................................................................................12
Table 2-4: Interfaces ...................................................................................................................13
Table 2-5: Environment Specifications ........................................................................................13
Table 3-1: WAN/LAN/VLAN.........................................................................................................25
Table 3-2: LGW ...........................................................................................................................26
Table 3-3: Static Routing .............................................................................................................29
Table 3-4: Management Server...................................................................................................30

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1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
The Baicells Nova430i (Figure 1-1) is an advanced two-carrier outdoor eNodeB (eNB) that is
compliant with Third-Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) on Long-Term Evolution (LTE) Time
Division Duplex (TDD) technology. This 4x250mW eNodeB can operate in Carrier Aggregation (CA)
mode or Dual Carrier (DC)/split mode. The Nova430i supports broadband data access, providing
various data service transformation and transmission capabilities to enable outdoor wireless
coverage. This eNodeB can be used by operators to improve capacity and throughput while
eliminating existing dead zones.
Figure 1-1: Nova430i eNB
The network structure of the Nova430i is shown in Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-2: Network Structure

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As a two-carrier eNB, the Nova430i hardware unit contains two separate eNBs inside one shell.
Having two carriers provides versatile options in how you operate the eNB. The available operating
modes are described in the next section, Features.
The Nova430i's primary cell (Pcell) is referred to as Cell 1. The secondary cell (Scell) is referred to
as Cell 2. Each eNB comes pre-configured to simplify the installation. Baicells provides operators
with local and Web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) software applications to configure and
manage individual eNBs and Customer Premise Equipment (CPE).
Additionally, Baicells offers a centralized Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution called CloudCore.
CloudCore includes all of the essential LTE Evolved Packet Core (EPC) network functions, an
Operations Management Console (OMC) for managing multiple sites across the network, and a
Business and Operation Support System (BOSS) for subscriber management.
In this document, you will find a general description, guidelines, and procedures for installing,
entering basic configuration information, and verifying the operational status of the Nova430i eNB.
1.2 Features
The two-carrier Nova430i eNB can operate in one of several modes:
•Single Carrier (SC)
•Carrier Aggregation (CA) mode (based on software license)
•Dual Carrier (DC)/split mode (based on software license)
•HaloB mode (embedded in the base software)
•Citizens Broadband Radio System (CBRS) Spectrum Access System (SAS)
SC describes a scenario where the operator wishes to use only one of the two available cells in the
eNB. This may be necessary for operators who have limited licensed spectrum or who are planning
to use the second carrier later as their network grows. In SC mode, only the primary cell (Pcell),
aka Cell 1, is used.
CA provides the ability to aggregate channels from across the full CBRS range, even channels that
are not adjacent. Using CA essentially doubles the downlink capacity when all users have CAT6/7
or later customer premise equipment (CPE).
DC (split sector) mode enables the operator to run the Nova430i as two independent carriers for
split sector coverage.
HaloB allows the eNB to function with embedded Mobility Management Entity (MME) capabilities
on board so that the eNB operates independently from the usual cloud connection.
CBRS SAS is a multi-vendor Spectrum Access System database where CBRS spectrum use is
managed dynamically across operators. The CBRS band covers 3.55–3.70 GHz. Operators must sign
up with a SAS provider, which handles the dynamic frequency assignment and release process.
Baicells provides FCC Part 96 certified eNBs, including the Nova430i, and CPEs that operate within
the Part 96 rules for CBRS. The Baicells eNBs and CPEs use a Domain Proxy (DP) to connect to the
SAS server by leveraging the existing connection with the OMC.

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NOTE 1: Legacy Gen 1 CPEs do not support SAS.
NOTE 2: This installation guide only covers the basic configuration of a single cell for
verifying that the eNB unit is operational during the process of installation. More
detailed configuration guides are available on the Baicells website:
Baicells.com > Resources > Documents:
• CloudCore Configuration & Network Administration Guide (OMC/BOSS)
• CPE Configuration Guide
• eNodeB Configuration Guide
• Carrier Aggregation & Dual Carrier (Split Mode) Configuration Guide
• HaloB User Guide
• SAS Deployment Guide
In addition to the Nova430i eNB's two carriers and multiple operating modes, the following is a list
of other key features. The Nova430i datasheet providing technical specifications is kept up-to-date
on the Baicells website.
•Supports standard LTE TDD band 48, and partial bands 42 and 43 (3550–3700 MHz)
•Complies with 3GPP Release 15 standards
•Supports 5/10/15/20 MHz bandwidth per carrier
•Provides excellent Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) coverage
•Peak rate is a configurable parameter using special Subframe Assignment (SA):
o2x20 MHz, per carrier:
SA1: DL 80 Mbps, UL 28 Mbps
SA2: DL 110 Mbps, UL 14 Mbps
o2x10 MHz, per carrier:
SA1: DL 40 Mbps, UL 14 Mbps
SA2: DL 55 Mbps, UL 7 Mbps
•Supports 96 concurrent users per carrier [x2 carriers (96+96) if operating in
DC mode; upgradeable to higher capacity in future software releases
•Supports TR-069 network management interface
•Can be accessed via GUI-based local and remote web management
•Connects to any IP-based backhaul, including public transmission
•Is lightweight and uses low power consumption to reduce OPEX
•Compact, plug-and-play device with Self-Organizing Network (SON) capabilities
•Can be used for Internet of Things (IoT) with all mainstream Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
vendors
•Ensures secure protection against illegal intrusion
•Integrated high-gain internal antenna
•Compact, all-in-one design of internal antenna and GPS
•Integrated small cell form-factor for quick and easy installation
•Configured out-of-the-box to work with Baicells CloudCore

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•GUI-based remote Web management using Baicells Operations Management Console
(OMC)
•Supports both Carrier Aggregation (CA) and Dual Carrier (DC) modes
•Embedded HaloB ("lite" EPC) solution
•Supports Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) with dual carrier
•Built-in GPS synchronization
•Built-in Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Server, DNS Client, and Network
Access Translation (NAT) functionality, providing strong high-speed routing
•Supports Transparent Bridge Mode
2 Installation Preparation
2.1 Materials
Check the Nova430i package to ensure it contains the primary components in the packout (Figure
2-1). In addition to industry-standard tools, you will need the materials described in Table 2-1 and
the tools described in Table 2-2 during the installation.
Figure 2-1: Packout

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Table 2-1: Materials
Item Description
Power cable < 16 AWG, e.g., 14 AWG, shorter than 330 feet (100 meters)
Power plug The plug that connects the power cable to the electricity supply
Ethernet cable Outdoor CAT6, shorter than 109 yards (100 meters)
It is suggested that the diameter of the cable is 7 mm ± 1 mm.
Ground cable If the length of lead is more than 10 meters, 6 AWG
(10 mm²) grounding cable should be used.
Table 2-2: Installation Tools
Level bar Marker pen Knife Pliers
Wrench
Percussion drill and
drill heads
Hammer
Phillips-head
screwdriver
Cable vice (crimper) Tape measure
0.05 cm (5 mm) L-
shape Allen wrench
T7 screwdriver head

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2.2 LEDs and Interfaces
Figure 2-2, Table 2-3, and Table 2-4 explain the eNB's LED status indicators and interfaces.
Figure 2-2: LEDs and Interfaces
Table 2-3: LEDs
LED
Color
Status
Description
PWR Green Steady on Power is on
OFF No power supply
CELL1 Green
OFF CELL1 is inactive
Fast flash: 0.1 s on, 0.1 s off CELL1 is deactivated
Slow flash: 1 s on, 1 s off CELL1 is activated
CELL2 Green
OFF CELL2 is inactive
Fast flash: 0.1 s on, 0.1 s off CELL2 is deactivated
Slow flash: 1 s on, 1 s off CELL2 is activated
ALM Red Steady on Hardware alarm
OFF No alarm

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Table 2-4: Interfaces
Interface Name Description
ETH RJ-45 interface (FE/GE)
Used for power supply, debug or data backhaul.
PoE++, complies with IEEE 802.3bt standard
2.3 Location and Environment
The Nova430i can be installed on a pole or a wall. For the best signal coverage, place the eNB in
an unobstructed location. In addition to network planning, when determining where to place the
eNB, you need to consider the best location for signal coverage. 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 prone to impounded water, soaking, leakage, or
condensation. Environmental specifications are shown in Table 2-5.
Table 2-5: Environment Specifications
Item Description
Operating Temperature -40°F to 131°F / -40°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature -49°F to 158°F / -45°C to 70°C
Humidity 5% to 95% RH
Atmospheric Pressure 70 kPa to 106 kPa
Safety voltage 42 V to 58 V
2.4 CloudCore Account
The Baicells CloudCore includes the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), managed by Baicells, and two
operator applications, Operations Management Console (OMC) to manage network elements, and
Business and Operation Support System (BOSS) to manage subscribers. If you have not already set
up a Baicells CloudCore account, follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open a web browser, and enter the CloudCore address (Figure 2-3):
https://cloudcore.cloudapp.net/cloudcore/
Step 2: Click on the Sign up button.
Step 3: Complete the mandatory fields, and again click on Sign up.

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Figure 2-3: CloudCore Login Page
You will receive an email from Baicells. Click on the CloudCore link
to go to the login page.
Enter your login user name (email address) and password to
authenticate.
3 Installation
3.1 Process Overview
Figure 3-1 provides an overview of the installation process.
Figure 3-1: Installation Process Overview
3.2 Install eNB on Pole or Wall
3.2.1 Install on Pole
The eNB mounting bracket is assembled in manufacturing before packing. The only action required
by the installer is to attach the assembly to the pole.
Check to ensure the diameter of the pole is in the range of 1.6–2.8 in (40–70 mm). The position of
the eNB on the pole should be at least 47 in (120 cm) in height. Follow the steps below to install
the Nova430i eNB on a pole.

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1. Place the bracket on the pole and tighten the hex nuts on the mounting clamps
(Figure 3-2).
NOTE: The arrow must be pointing upward.
Figure 3-2: Attach Bracket to Pole
2. Using the two pins on the bracket on the back of the eNB, attach the eNB to the mounting
bracket on the pole. Push the eNB until the hook is firmly attached to the mounting bracket
(Figure 3-3).
Figure 3-3: Attach eNB to Bracket
3. Tighten the bolt on the top of the bracket using a Phillips-head screwdriver to complete
the installation (Figure 3-4).
Figure 3-4: Completed Installation
4. After installation is complete, adjust the eNB to a proper angle by tilting.

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3.2.2 Install on Wall
Ensure that the wall can bear at least four times the weight of the eNB. Follow the steps below to
install the Nova430i eNB on a wall.
1. Take apart the assembled installation bracket.
2. Place the installation bracket on the wall with the arrow facing upward, as shown in
Figure 3-5. Mark the drilling locations using a pencil or marker.
3. Drill two holes in the wall to match the size of the wall bracket holes (Figure 3-5).
Figure 3-5: Mark and Drill Holes
4. Check the up/down direction of the installation bracket, and then attach to the wall using
expansion bolts (Figure 3-6).
Figure 3-6: Attach With Expansion Bolts

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5. Using the two pins on the bracket on the back of the eNB, attach the eNB to the mounting
bracket on the wall. Push the eNB until the hook is firmly attached to the mounting bracket.
Tighten the bolt on the top of the bracket using a Phillips-head screwdriver to complete
the installation (Figure 3-7).
Figure 3-7: Completed Installation
3.3 Connect Cables
WARNING: Ensure the antenna is connected before powering up the eNB. The wireless
signal transmission power can cause bodily injury and damage to the eNB and Radio
Frequency (RF) power amplifier devices.
3.3.1 Cable Laying Requirements
General requirements:
Bending radius of antenna feeder cable: 7/8 in > 9.84 in (250 mm),
4/5 in > 14.96 in (380 mm)
Bending radius of jumper cable: 1/4 in > 1.38 in (35 mm)，
1/2 in (super soft) > 1.97 in (50 mm), 1/2 in (ordinary) > 5 in (127 mm)
Bending radius of power cable and grounding cable: > triple the diameter of the cable
Bind the cables according to the type of cable; intertwining and crossing are forbidden.
An identification label should be attached after the cable has been laid.
Grounding cable laying requirements:
The grounding cable must connect to the grounding point.
The grounding cable must be separated from the signal cables, of enough distance to avoid
signal interference.

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3.3.2 Connect Ethernet Cable
Refer to Figure 3-8 to complete the Ethernet cable connection.
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the ETH interface in the wiring cavity.
2. Lay the Ethernet cable along the wire groove, and stretch out the wiring cavity from ETH hole.
3. The Ethernet cable connects to the PoE interface of the PoE adapter.
4. The LAN interface of the PoE adaptor connects to a LAN switch or a router for maintenance
and backhaul.
NOTE: The PoE adaptor must be placed in the distribution box for waterproofing.
3.4 eNB Grounding
3.4.1 Connect Grounding Cables
Prepare the grounding cable according to the actual measurements and requirements of the
specific installation site. The Nova430i eNB has two grounding screws located on the bottom of the
unit, as shown in Figure 3-8. Follow the steps below the figure to connect the ground cable.
NOTE: All Nova eNBs have a floating ground on the power system.
1. Unscrew one grounding screw, connect one end of the ground cable to the grounding
screw, and retighten the screw.
2. Repeat step 1for the second grounding screw.
3. Once the eNB is installed at the outdoor location, the other end of the ground cable needs
to connect to a good earth grounding point.
Figure 3-8: Connect Cables and Grounding Screws
Before installing the eNB at its final destination, perform the steps in sections 3.6 and 3.7. Upon
successful testing, the eNB will be ready for installation at the cell site. Seal and weatherproof all
the connection points, and rustproof where needed.

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3.4.2 Pole Grounding
The purpose of pole grounding is to protect the equipment as much as possible from potential
damage of lightning overvoltage. However, the interfaces between the eNB and the outside world
mainly include power system, grounding system, antenna feeder and lightning receiving device,
and signal line. Therefore, any damage caused by lightning primarily comes from the voltage
difference between the equipment in the eNB and one or more of the four interfaces. The pole
grounding is shown in Figure 3-9.
Figure 3-9: Pole Grounding
1. The installation position of the grounding bar should meet the design requirements. The
holding pole and tower body must be connected to the lightning protection network, or
grounded with a separate lead.
2. The diameter of the grounding wire should meet the design requirements. The copper nose
must be used for grounding, and the grounding resistance is required to be less than 10 ohms.
If the resistance of the public network communication equipment placed in other systems is
less than 10 ohms, the grounding network of the system should be overlapped.
3. The grounding wire must be the whole wire material. When laying, it should be bound
separately with other cables. All grounding wires should be fixed with wire core or binding
tape with a fixed spacing of 0.3 m.
4. The copper bar must be used for the grounding bar, and the specification of the grounding bar
shall meet the design requirements. If there are no specific requirements in the design, 300 ×
40 × 4 mm and fixed with expansion bolts.

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5. The grounding wire must be made of the whole cable material, the intermediate joint is strictly
prohibited, and the excess length should be cut. The skin shall be complete, and the insulation
resistance of the core wire to the ground (or metal isolation layer) shall meet the technical
requirements of the cable.
6. The grounding wire shall be connected to the integrated grounding bar of the building. If it is
impossible to connect to the integrated grounding bar of the building, the appropriate
grounding point can be selected according to the integrated grounding situation of the indoor
building. The selection of grounding point must be higher than the grounding grid, and the
feeder grounding shall be towards the downward direction of the feeder, never upward.
7. The grounding electrode of the self-built grounding grid for the outdoor antenna of the tunnel
must meet the design requirements. The buried depth of the grounding electrode and the
welding quality of the flat iron meet the specification requirements. In principle, the buried
depth of the grounding electrode shall not be less than 0.7 m. The non-self-built grounding
network shall be connected to the grounding network of the owner.
8. The eNB grounding, power adapter grounding, distribution box grounding and feeder
grounding must be connected to the grounding bar independently, and the grounding bar
must have a path from the lead to the earth.
3.5 Maintenance Chamber Waterproofing
Once the installation is complete, you must close the maintenance chamber of the equipment and
waterproof the chamber.
Put the Ethernet cable on the wire, and seal the wire diameter 7 mm ±1 mm.
3.6 Power on to Check LED Status
After the Nova430i is powered on, check that the LED indicators are lighting as expected: Power is
steady green, cell activated is slow flash green, and there are no alarms (Figure 3-10) per previous
Table 2-3.
Figure 3-10: Check LEDs