Ceragon FibeAir IP-20C User manual

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FibeAir®IP-20C
Installation Guide
Part ID: BM-0266-0
Doc ID: DOC-00036522 Rev A.14
February 2015

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Table of Contents
1. Before You Start............................................................................................... 7
1.1 Important Notes.............................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Safety Precautions & Declared Material........................................................................ 7
1.2.1 General Equipment Precautions.................................................................................... 7
1.2.2 Précautions générales relatives à l'équipement ............................................................ 8
1.2.3 Allgemeine Vorsichtsmaßnahmen für die Anlage.......................................................... 9
1.3Pre-Installation Instructions............................................................................................ 9
1.3.1 Packing........................................................................................................................... 9
1.3.2 Transportation and Storage ........................................................................................... 9
1.3.3 Unpacking ...................................................................................................................... 9
1.3.4 Inspection..................................................................................................................... 10
2. Product Hardware Description ...................................................................... 11
2.1 IP-20C Hardware Overview ......................................................................................... 11
2.1.1 IP-20C Interfaces......................................................................................................... 12
2.1.2 Channel-Port Mapping to Polarization......................................................................... 13
2.2 MultiCore Mediation Devices (MCMD)......................................................................... 16
2.3 PoE Injector.................................................................................................................. 17
2.3.1 PoE Injector Interfaces................................................................................................. 18
2.4 System Components.................................................................................................... 18
2.5 Adaptors and Installation Kits ...................................................................................... 20
2.6 Antenna Connection..................................................................................................... 26
2.7 Power Specifications.................................................................................................... 27
2.7.1 Electrical Requirements............................................................................................... 27
2.7.2 Important Notes!........................................................................................................... 27
2.8 Environmental Specifications....................................................................................... 27
3. Cable Installation and Grounding.................................................................. 28
3.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................... 28
3.1.1 Grounding Procedure................................................................................................... 29
3.1.2 Grounding for MultiCore Mediation Devices................................................................ 30
3.1.3 Power Source............................................................................................................... 31
3.2 Available Cable Options............................................................................................... 31
3.2.1 Fiber Optic Cables - Single Mode................................................................................ 31
3.2.2 Fiber Optic Cables - Multi Mode .................................................................................. 31
3.2.3 DC Cable and Connector............................................................................................. 32
3.2.4 Cables for MIMO Connections..................................................................................... 32
3.2.5 Ethernet Cable and Specifications............................................................................... 32
3.3 Surge Protection .......................................................................................................... 33
3.4 Securing the Cables..................................................................................................... 34
3.5 Special Instructions for use of Glands ......................................................................... 35
3.5.1 General Installation Procedure .................................................................................... 36
3.6 Connecting an Optical Fiber Cable and SFP............................................................... 39

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3.7 Connecting a DC Power Cable.................................................................................... 43
3.8 Connecting the Ethernet Cable.................................................................................... 46
3.8.1 Preparing the Ethernet Cable and Plug-in Field .......................................................... 46
3.8.2 Preparing the Ethernet Cable Already Assembled ...................................................... 48
3.8.3 Connection of Ethernet Cable to IP-20C...................................................................... 49
3.9 Management Connection for 4x4 MIMO and 1+1/2+2 HSB Configurations................ 52
3.9.1 Preparing a MIMO/Protection Signaling Cable............................................................ 52
3.9.2 Connecting the MIMO/Protection Splitters and Protection Signaling Cable................ 52
4. PoE Injector Installation and Connection..................................................... 54
4.1 PoE Injector Cable Connection.................................................................................... 54
4.2 PoE Injector Grounding................................................................................................ 54
4.3 PoE Injector Wall Mount Installation ............................................................................ 55
4.4 PoE Injector Pole Mount Installation............................................................................ 57
4.5 PoE Injector 19” Rack Installation ................................................................................ 58
4.6 PoE Injector ETSI Rack Installation............................................................................. 60
5. Generic Installation Procedures.................................................................... 62
5.1 General Notes Concerning All Installation Procedures................................................ 62
5.2 IP-20C DC Pole Mount Procedure............................................................................... 62
5.3 Remote Mount Installation for Single Polarization with an Imperial Waveguide.......... 64
5.3.1 6-13GHz Installation Procedure................................................................................... 64
5.3.2 15-42GHz Installation Procedure................................................................................. 66
5.4 Management Connection for MIMO and Protection Configurations............................ 69
5.4.1 Preparing a MIMO/Protection Signaling Cable............................................................ 69
5.4.2 Connecting a MIMO/Protection Signaling Cable ......................................................... 69
5.4.3 Connecting a MIMO/Protection Splitter........................................................................ 70
6. Installation Procedures per Configuration Type .......................................... 72
6.1 MultiCore 2+0 Dual Polarization Direct Mount............................................................. 72
6.2 MultiCore 2+0 Dual Polarization Remote Mount.......................................................... 75
6.2.1 Common Installation .................................................................................................... 76
6.2.2 6-13 GHz...................................................................................................................... 77
6.2.3 15-42 GHz.................................................................................................................... 79
6.3 MultiCore 2+0 Single Polarization Direct Mount .......................................................... 80
6.4 MultiCore 2+0 Single Polarization Remote Mount....................................................... 82
Insertion Loss......................................................................................................................... 82
6.4.1 6-13 GHz...................................................................................................................... 83
6.4.2 15-42 GHz.................................................................................................................... 85
6.5 MultiCore 2+2 HSB Double Polarization Direct Mount ................................................ 87
6.6 MultiCore 2+2 HSB Double Polarization Remote Mount............................................. 91
6.6.1 Common Installation .................................................................................................... 92
6.6.2 6-13 GHz...................................................................................................................... 94
6.6.3 15-42 GHz.................................................................................................................... 96

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6.7 MultiCore 2+2 HSB Single Polarization Direct Mount.................................................. 98
6.8 MultiCore 2+2 HSB Single Polarization Remote Mount ............................................ 102
6.8.1 6-13 GHz.................................................................................................................... 103
6.8.2 15-42 GHz.................................................................................................................. 106
6.9 2 x MultiCore 2+0 Dual Polarization Direct Mount..................................................... 109
6.10 2 x MultiCore 2+0 Dual Polarization Remote Mount.................................................. 112
6.10.1Common Installation Procedure................................................................................. 113
6.10.26-13 GHz.................................................................................................................... 114
6.10.315-42 GHz.................................................................................................................. 116
6.11 2 x MultiCore 2+0 Single Polarization Direct Mount .................................................. 118
6.12 2x2 LoS MIMO Direct Mount...................................................................................... 121
6.13 2x2 LoS MIMO Remote Mount .................................................................................. 126
6.13.1For 6-13 GHz ............................................................................................................. 127
6.13.215-42GHz................................................................................................................... 128
6.14 4x4 LoS MIMO Direct Mount...................................................................................... 130
6.15 4+0 Dual Polarization, 2+2HSB Single/Dual Polarization Direct Mount .................... 134
6.15.14+0 with Dual Circulator (6-11GHz) Direct Mount ..................................................... 135
6.16 4+0 Dual Polarization, 2+2HSB Dual Polarization Remote Mount............................ 136
6.16.16-13GHz..................................................................................................................... 137
6.16.215-42GHz................................................................................................................... 139
6.16.34+0 with Dual Circulator (6-11GHz) Remote Mount.................................................. 141
6.17 2+2HSB Single Polarization Remote Mount.............................................................. 142
6.17.16-13GHz..................................................................................................................... 143
6.18 Dual Circulator Multi-Carrier Kit Installation............................................................... 146
6.18.16-8 GHz...................................................................................................................... 147
6.18.211 GHz only ............................................................................................................... 147
6.18.36-11GHz..................................................................................................................... 148
7. Installing IP-20C on Third-Party Antenna Adaptors................................... 152
7.1 Special Note on Converting ValuLine 3 Antennas..................................................... 153
8. Appendix A: Mediation Device Losses ....................................................... 155

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About This Guide
This guide describes the FibeAir IP-20C installation procedures and provides
additional information concerning system parts and frequency bands.
What You Should Know
For the warranty to be honored, install the unit in accordance with the
instructions in this manual.
Target Audience
This guide contains technical information about IP-20C installation, and is
intended for use by qualified Ceragon technical personnel at all levels.
Related Documents
FibeAir IP-20C Product Description
FibeAir IP-20C User Guide –DOC-00036523
FibeAir IP-20 Series MIB Reference

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1. Before You Start
1.1 Important Notes
For the warranty to be honored, install the unit in accordance with the
instructions in this manual.
Any changes or modifications of equipment not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
and the warranty for such equipment.
IP-20C is intended for installation in a restricted access location.
IP-20C must be installed and permanently connected to protective earth
by qualified service personnel in accordance with applicable national
electrical codes.
1.2 Safety Precautions & Declared Material
1.2.1 General Equipment Precautions
To avoid malfunctioning or personnel injuries, equipment or
accessories/kits/plug-in unit installation, requires qualified and
trained personnel. Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by Ceragon Networks could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Where special cables, shields, adapters and grounding kits are
supplied or described in this manual, these items must be used, to
comply with the FCC regulations.
Use of controls, adjustments, or performing procedures other than
those specified herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
When working with an IP-20C, note the following risk of electric
shock and energy hazard:
Disconnecting one power supply disconnects only one power supply
module. To isolate the unit completely, disconnect all power supplies.
Machine noise information order - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound
pressure level amounts to 70 dB (A) or less, in accordance with ISO
EN 7779.

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Static electricity may cause body harm, as well as harm to electronic
components inside the device. Anyone responsible for the
installation or maintenance of the IP-20C must use an ESD Wrist
Strap. ESD protection measures must be observed when touching the
unit. To prevent damage, before touching components inside the
device, all electrostatic must be discharged from both personnel and
tools.
In Norway and Sweden:
Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building
installation through the mains connection or through other
equipment with a connection to protective earthing –and to a cable
distribution system using coaxial cable, may in some circumstances
create a fire hazard. Connection to a cable distribution system has
therefore to be provided through a device providing electrical
isolation below a certain frequency range (galvanic isolator, see EN
60728-11).
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via
annet jordtilkoplet utstyr –og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan
forårsake brannfare. For å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av
utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en galvanisk isolator mellom
utstyret og kabel- TV nettet.
Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag
och/eller via annan utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV
nät kan i vissa fall medfőra risk főr brand. Főr att undvika detta skall
vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk isolator
finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet.
1.2.2 Précautions générales relatives à l'équipement
L’utilisation de commandes ou de réglages ou l'exécution de
procédures autres que celles spécifiées dans les présentes peut
engendrer une exposition dangereuse aux rayonnements.
L’usage de IP-20C s’accompagne du risque suivant d'électrocution et
de danger électrique : le débranchement d'une alimentation
électrique ne déconnecte qu'un module d'alimentation électrique.
Pour isoler complètement l'unité, il faut débrancher toutes les
alimentations électriques.
Bruit de machine d’ordre - 3. GPSGV, le plus haut niveau de pression
sonore s'élève à 70 dB (A) au maximum, dans le respect de la norme
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1.2.3 Allgemeine Vorsichtsmaßnahmen für die Anlage
Wenn andere Steuerelemente verwendet, Einstellungen
vorgenommen oder Verfahren durchgeführt werden als die hier
angegebenen, kann dies gefährliche Strahlung verursachen.
Beachten Sie beim Arbeiten mit IP-20C das folgende Stromschlag-
und Gefahrenrisiko: Durch Abtrennen einer Stromquelle wird nur ein
Stromversorgungsmodul abgetrennt. Um die Einheit vollständig zu
isolieren, trennen Sie alle Stromversorgungen ab.
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste
Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO
7779.
1.3 Pre-Installation Instructions
1.3.1 Packing
The equipment should be packed and sealed in moisture absorbing bags.
1.3.2 Transportation and Storage
The equipment cases are prepared for shipment by air, truck, railway and sea,
suitable for handling by forklift trucks and slings. The cargo must be kept dry
during transportation, in accordance with ETS 300 019-1-2, Class 2.3. For sea-
transport, deck-side shipment is not permitted. Carrier-owned cargo
containers should be used.
It is recommended that the equipment be transported to the installation site
in its original packing case.
If intermediate storage is required, the packed equipment must be stored in a
dry and cool environment, and out of direct sunlight, in accordance with
ETS 300 019-1-1, Class 1.2.
1.3.3 Unpacking
The equipment is packed in sealed plastic bags and moisture absorbing bags
are inserted. Any separate sensitive product, i.e. printed boards, are packed in
anti-static handling bags. The equipment is further packed in special designed
cases.
Marking is done according to standard practice unless otherwise specified by
customers. The following details should be marked:
Customers address
Contract No
Site name (if known)
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1.3.4 Inspection
Check the packing lists and ensure that correct parts numbers quantities of
goods have arrived. Inspect for any damage on the cases and equipment.
Report any damage or discrepancy to a Ceragon representative, by e-mail or
fax.

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2. Product Hardware Description
2.1 IP-20C Hardware Overview
IP-20C features an all-outdoor dual-carrier architecture consisting of a single
unit directly mounted on the antenna.
IP-20C Rear View (Left) and Front View (Right)
Cable Gland Construction

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2.1.1 IP-20C Interfaces
IP-20C Interfaces
Data Port 1 for GbE traffic:
Electric: 10/100/1000Base-T. Supports PoE.
Optical: 1000Base-SX (or X-LX-ZX/XD)
Data Port 2 for GbE traffic:
Electric: 10/100/1000Base-T
Optical: 1000Base-SX (or X-LX-ZX/XD)
Data Port 3 for GbE traffic/expansion port:
Electric: 10/100/1000Base-T
Optical: 1000Base-SX (or X-LX-ZX/XD)
Power interface (-48VDC)
Management Port: 10/100Base-T
2 RF Interfaces : Standard interface per frequency band
RSL interface: BNC connector
Source sharing: TNC connector
Grounding screw

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2.1.2 Channel-Port Mapping to Polarization
Two transceiver chains and two diplexers are embedded in each IP-20C unit.
In most cases, both diplexers are the same exact type. When the diplexers are
the same type, radio ports 1 and 2 cover the exact same frequency range.
In the 6-11GHz frequency bands, where channelization and diplexers are
relatively narrow, a single IP-20C unit might have to operate in two channels
that are not covered by the same diplexer.
When this is required, the IP-20C can be ordered with two different diplexer
types to cover two different channel ranges within the same frequency band.
An IP-20C with the same type of diplexer assembled on both transceiver
chains has the following marketing model structure:
Example: IP-20C-HP-6L-252A-1W4-H-ESX
In this example, 1W4 indicates that both transceivers cover channels 1
through 4.
An IP-20C with two different types of diplexers has the following
marketing model structure:
Example: IP-20C-HP-6L-252A-1W27W8-H-ESX
In this example, 1W27W8 indicates that channels 1 through 2 are covered
by Port1, while channels 7 through 8 are covered by Port2.
An IP-20C assembly for this example would look as follows:
Radio Port ID (EMS ID)
Channels Coverage
Port 2
Ch 7-8
Port 1
Ch 1-2
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When installing an IP-20C unit with two different diplexers in a Multicore 2+0
DP Direct Mount configuration, the V and H ports of the OMT are mechanically
connected to Port 2 and 1 respectively.
This means that in the above example, V polarization is covered by channels 7
through 8 (Port 2) and H polarization is covered by channels 1 through 2
(Port 1).
To assign the channels to different polarizations, a different system with a
different marketing model should be ordered.
The following marketing model represents a system in which V polarization is
covered by channels 1 through 2 (Port 2) and H polarization is covered by
channels 7 through 8 (Port 1):
IP-20C-HP-6L-252A-7W81W2-H-ESX:
Radio Port ID (EMS ID)
Channels Coverage
Port 2
Ch 1-2
Port 1
Ch 7-8
Please note that when selecting two operational channels that are not covered
by the same diplexer, certain TX-TX separation and TX-RX separation criteria
should be met.

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Separation Criteria when Working with Two Diplexer Types
Because diplexer coverage and channelization plans vary in different parts of
the world for specific applications, please consult with Ceragon pre-sales
representatives for support.

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2.2 MultiCore Mediation Devices (MCMD)
The MultiCore Mediation Devices (MCMD) are designed to offer a simple and
compact solution for a direct mount installation of the dual-carrier IP-20C on a
standard RFU-C antenna.
IP-20C is equipped with two antenna ports, which mandates the use of the
following MCMDs for direct mount connections. The specific MCMDs depend
on the configuration.
The following describes some of the available MCMDs. For a full list of
components, refer to System Components on page 18.
Note: MCMDs must be connected to the IP-20C using a Grounding
Jumper. See Grounding for MultiCore Mediation Devices on
page 30.
MCMD type
Functionality
Splitter
Combines the two carriers using the same polarization
OMT
Combines the two carriers on alternate polarizations (H,V)
Splitter

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OMT
2.3 PoE Injector
The PoE injector is an outdoor unit which can be mounted on a wall, pole, or
indoor rack.
Each PoE Injector kit includes the following items:
PoE injector
2 caps
Wall mount accessories
2 DC power connectors
PoE Injector

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2.3.1 PoE Injector Interfaces
Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) Port
GbE Data Port supporting 10/100/1000Base-T
DC Power Port 2 ±(18-60)V
DC Power Port 1 ±(18-60)V
Grounding screw
PoE Injector Ports
2.4 System Components
The following figures show the main components used in the IP-20C
installation procedures.
Note! The availability of the installation components follows the
IP-20C frequency rollout as stated in the published
roadmap.
The presence of a specific component in this manual does
not indicate that it is available for ordering. Please consult
with your respective pre-sales engineer for specific
component availability.
IP-20C
Dual Core Coupler/Splitter
DC OMT

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Remote Pole Mount
Remote Dual Pole Mount
DC Splitter
Adaptor for 6-13 GHz
PoE Injector
Dual Core Mediation
Device

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2.5 Adaptors and Installation Kits
6 GHz –18 GHz
Description
6 GHz
7-8 GHz
10-11 GHz
13 GHz
15 GHz
18 GHz
IP-20C DUAL COUPLER KIT
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit_6G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit_
7-8G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit
_10-11G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit
_13G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit_
15G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CPLR_kit_1
8G
IP-20C DUAL SPLITTER KIT
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_kit_6
G
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_kit
_7-8G
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_ki
t_10-11G
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_ki
t_13G
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_kit
_15G
IP-
20C_DUAL_SPLTR_kit_
18G
IP-20C SPLITTER KIT
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_6G
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_7-8G
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_10-
11G
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_13G
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_15G
IP-20C_SPLT_kit_18G
IP-20C OMT KIT
IP-20C_OMT_kit_6G
IP-20C_OMT_kit_7-8G
IP-20C_OMT_kit_10-
11G
IP-20C_OMT_kit_13G
IP-20C_OMT_kit_15G
IP-20C_OMT_kit_18G
IP-20C DUAL CORE KIT
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_MD_ki
t_6G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_MD
_kit_7_8G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_M
D_kit_10-11G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_M
D_kit_13G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_MD
_kit_15G
IP-
20C_DUAL_CORE_MD_
kit_18G
IP-20C DC ADAPTOR REMOTE
MOUNT KIT
IP-
20C_6G_Rmt_Mnt_adpt
IP-20C_7-
8G_Rmt_Mnt_adpt
IP-20C_10-
11G_Rmt_Mnt_adpt
IP-
20C_13G_Rmt_Mnt_a
dpt
IP-20C DC REMOTE MOUNT
OMT ADAPTOR KIT
IP-
20C_RM_OMT_6G_adpt
IP-
20C_RM_OMT_7_8G_
adpt
IP-20C_RM_OMT_10-
11G_adpt