DAMM BS422 Manual

BS422 installation and setup
guideline
Ver. 1.11
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is intended for installation and configuration of the BS422 for operational use.
It is recommended that engineers doing the installation and configuration of a BS422 have
practical experience in installation of radio and computer systems, and have made
themselves familiar with the BS422 equipment through appropriate DAMM training courses
and study of the content of the TetraFlex manual and other documentation from DAMM.
IMPORTANT:
Updates / changes / important information related to the TetraFlex® system and software
may be downloaded from the protected part of www.damm.dk
Please check this URL for updated information before attempting to install or correct errors
NOTE: Chapters marked with a indicate areas where special care must be taken to
avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Before starting installation and configuration, please read the entire
manual carefully.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the system owner / operator to ensure
that only authorized service persons has access to the inside circuits
of the BS422
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the system owner / operator to ensure
that all local legislation, rules and regulations are complied.
Internal fuses protect the BS422. Always replace with fuses of
equivalent value and type.
General Warning
This manual contains important safety and operational information. Please read and follow
the instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could be hazardous and result in damage to
your device.
Changes and modifications to this device not expressly proved by DAMM could void the
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North America regulations
The Base Station Transceivers and products devices mentioned in this User Manual comply to
FCC part 90 and Industry Canada (IC) RS119 regulations for such equipment.
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. The
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications.
Canadian regulations
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner
avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie
Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres
utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication
satisfaisante.
RF Exposure
EU: The DAMM developed transmitting devices mentioned in this User Manual have the
Nemko approval concerning “Maximum Permissible Exposure Calculations” which are the
European limits for maximum permissible exposure defined in the document 1999/519/EC,
Council Recommendation of 12. July 1999. A summary of the results is listed below. The
specific Nemko Document 128948/5 and 365007-07r01 can be obtained by request from
the DAMM Support Department.
USA: RF Exposure compliance is determined at time of licensing.
Canada: the following minimum safety distances should be maintained based on
maximum authorized output power.
Au Canada, les distances de sécurité minimales suivantes doivent être respectées
en fonction de la puissance de sortie maximale autorisée.
RF Exposure Requirements (Canada):
Freq. band: 68-174MHz
TR type Power Safety Distance m/ft
BS422 68MHz 450WE.I.R.P.
273W E.R.P.
5.5/18
BS422 146MHz 794W E.I.R.P. 7.5/24.6
484W E.R.P. 7.5/24.6
Freq. band: 410-470MHz
TR type Power Safety Distance m/ft
BS422 420-460MHz 794W E.I.R.P. 6.5/21.3
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Antennas
The outside antenna connected to this device must be installed on an outdoor
permanent structure.
L'antenne extérieure connectée à cet appareil doit être installée sur une structure
permanente extérieure.
Notice
Do not modify any part of this device for any reason
Do not place any combustible material near the transceiver
Do not spray any liquid over the device
Ensure that the power and antenna connections are securely made, using cables
recommended and with excess capacity for the power being utilized.
Installing more BS422 according to user manual and using DAMM filter and combiner
systems together with tested and verified cabling, connectors and antennas –will avoid any
problems with intermodulation. Installation of the maximum number of transceivers will not
extend the maximum range of calculated output power and intermodulation according to the
DAMM products sheets. Any BS-type determines how many TR modules can be installed
and the whole BS design has taken the Tetra specification on the subject matters into
consideration. This is e.g. reflected in all DAMM EU certificates / grants and test reports of
which you can find on our web page.
Please notice that any BS type / mode shipped to end customer is fully assembled and tested
from factory. No assembly is needed in the field except setting up the BS rack or mount the
outdoor unit putting on power and LAN/WAN connections.
The installation and user manual refer to product sheets for any unit in the rack which can be
accessed on our web page / restricted area for customers and any customer/partner can
request a paper copy hereof.
Installing DAMM BS422 according to this installation manual –will prevent issues with RF
exposure according to our certifications (see web page).
DAMM User Manual describes installation practices and contains section with recommended
BS hardware. Recommended external hardware, cables etc. is tested and verified with
DAMM BS-equipment.

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REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
For detailed information’s regarding the TetraFlex®release and features supported, please
consult the documents listed below:
No.:
Document Title
Document Contents
1
TetraFlex v7.7 System description.pdf
Missing -TetraFlex®system overview
2
TetraOM_x.x_help.pdf
Missing -TetraFlex®OM manual
3
TetraFlex_RN_x.x_201x-xx-xx_01.pdf *
Missing -TetraFlex®system release
notes
4
TetraFlex update to x.x.pdf
Missing -Update guideline for ver.7.x
to x.x
5
TetraFlex x.x BS422 redundant setup.pdf
Missing - Redundancy SW setup
guideline for BS422
6
TetraFlex v. xx User manual
Missing
*) These documents are a part of the TetraFlex®release and placed in the C:\tetra\Active\Doc directory
All documents can be found on www.damm.dk extranet.
TETRAFLEX® MANUAL BREAKDOWN
Section
Description
Level
Part 1
Physical hardware installation
Tech
Part 2
Software installation and configuration of software and system
Tech
Part 3
User manual intended for operators and non-technical personnel
User
Part 4
Technical reference
Tech
Part 5
Hardware Units Ref.
Tech
Part 6
List of figures and Alphabetic index
All

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................................................................................................................2
Reference documents..................................................................................................................................5
TetraFlex®Manual breakdown.....................................................................................................................5
Revision......................................................................................................................................................7
Abbreviations / Definitions..........................................................................................................................8
1.1 Operational description of the BS422 ..................................................................................................2
1.2 BS422- Installation..............................................................................................................................4
1.2.1 Environmental / climatic requirements ......................................................................................................4
1.2.2 Placement....................................................................................................................................................4
1.2.3 Grounding....................................................................................................................................................4
1.2.4 BS422 main components.............................................................................................................................5
1.2.5 Attaching RX/TX antennas...........................................................................................................................6
Single BS422 installation recommendation .............................................................................................6
Dual BS422 installation recommendation................................................................................................6
1.2.6 Power connection to BS422........................................................................................................................7
System Connector ....................................................................................................................................8
1.2.7 Ethernet Connection .................................................................................................................................10
1.2.8 RJ45 Ethernet Connection terminals.........................................................................................................11
2.1 BS422 Configuration .........................................................................................................................15
2.1.1 Set-up of LAN and WAN IP address...........................................................................................................15
2.1.2 Setting the frequenzies of the BS422........................................................................................................16
Some useful TetraOM Commands .........................................................................................................16

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REVISION
Software covered by this manual (for information about other TetraFlex software modules see
TetraFlex 8.xx user manual):
Covered TetraFlex 8.xx modules
Software module
Version
Node.exe
8.xx
OM.exe
8.xx
TR.exe
8.xx
Record of Manual Versions Numbers
SW.
Ver.
Release Date
Main Cause of change
Author
Approved
8.xx
1.00
01-11-2017
Initial release
JR
Record of Changes of Documents since last Manual Version Number
Man.
ver.
Sec.
Page
Cause of change
Date
Initial
IMPORTANT:
DAMM will execute great effort to maintain and update this manual so it will always be up to
date regarding information and readability.
To do this DAMM needs to get feedback from you.
So, if you as reader find anything that could be done better, items that is not dealt with,
sections that is difficult understandable etc. DAMM would appreciate your comments
Please mail support on [email protected] or
Contact support on [phone]
Thank you for your input.

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ABBREVIATIONS / DEFINITIONS
Short
Explanation / Definition
AIE
Air interface encryption
API
Application Programming Interface
Application Date
Is checked against the Dongle Application Date Limit.
Software package execution is only possible if Application Date is equal or less than the
Dongle Application Date Limit.
The Application Date is hard coded into the software package and will normally be the
same date as the Release Date, but can be set to an earlier date.
Application Date
Limit.
All software packages with an Application Date earlier than this Application Date Limit can
be executed
Application PC
Any PC, with the exception of RF nodes, which are running DAMM application(s)
BS
Base Station, BS41x or a combination of SB421’s and BS421’s
BSC
Base Station Controller
BSC.exe
Base Station Controller Software
BSS
Base Station Switch
CAD
Call Authorized by Dispatcher
CDR
Call Data Records
Cell
(Radio) Cell –a radio node with one or more transceivers
Cell ID
ID is broadcasted every 10 sec (configurable).
CF
Compact Flash memory card
CMoIP
Circuit Mode over IP
DB
Data Base
DCK
Derived Cipher Key
DGNA
Dynamic Group Number Assignment
Dongle
A USB dongle, programmed by DAMM, to be inserted in the node and/or application PC.
The dongle controls which functions and applications can be executed
Dongle Date
Limit
When this date is exceeded the dongle will not allow execution of DAMM software
packages
DSA
Dynamic Subscriber Assignment
DSP
Digital Speech Processing
E2E
End to end encryption
ETSI
European Telecommunications Standard Institute
FACCH
Fast Associated Control Channel
FTP
File Transfer Protocol
GCK
Group Cipher Key
GIS
Geographical Information system
GPS
Global Positioning System
GSI
Group Subscriber Identity
GUI
Graphical User Interface
GW
Gate Way
IP
Internet Protocol
ITSI
Individual Tetra Subscriber Identity
L1 Warning
System function is not likely to be affected
L2 Alarm
System function is partly affected
L3 Blocked
Some components of the system are not active
LAN
Local Area Network (For TetraFlex® meaning connection BSC/TR and IP backbone)
MCC
Mobile Country Code
MCCH
Main Control Channel
Missing
A node which has been visible is missing
NM
Network Management
MNC
Mobile Network Code
MS
Mobile Station (Terminal)
Node
Any unit, with exception of redundant BSC(s), running the DAMM bsc.exe application
OM
See TetraOM
OS
Operation System. Windows XP, Vista, 7, CE etc.
PABX
Private Automatic Branch Exchange
PC
Normally the BSC, but could also refer to a standard consumer PC

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PD
Packet Data
PEI
Peripheral Equipment Interface
PSTN
Public Switched Telephone Network
PTT
Push to Talk
RAM
Random Access Memory
Release Date.
The date where DAMM releases the software. This date is hard coded into the software
package
Release number
Hard coded into the software package and have 2 levels, separated with a dot (example:
7.40)
SACCH
Slow Associated Control Channel
SCCH
Secondary Control Channel
SCK
Static Cipher Key
SDS
Short Data Service
SELV
Safety Extra Low Voltage
Site
Geographical position of equipment or nodes
SLA
Service Level Agreement, earlier called “Service and Maintenance Agreement” (SMA).
SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol
Software
package
A package containing all functions and applications available on the release date.
SSI
Short Subscriber Identity
Subscriber
register
Register where the variable data regarding subscribers and profiles are stored.
TBD
To Be Determined
TCP
Transmission Control Protocol
TEA1…
Tetra Encryption Algorithm 1… 2…. 3… 4… etc.
TEI
Tetra Equipment Identification
TETRA
Terrestrial Trunked Radio
TetraOM
The DAMM Tetra Operations & Management command line application
ToIP
Tetra over IP
TSI
Tetra Subscriber Identity, consist of MCC:MNC:SSI
UDP
User Datagram Protocol
User number
Unique DAMM subscriber reference used as an example by the voice GW and to manage
terminal exchange
UTP
Unshielded Twisted Pair
VoIP
Voice over IP
WAN
Wide Area Network (For TetraFlex®meaning connection to www, gateways etc.)

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PART-1: Hardware Installation

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1.1 OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION OF THE BS422
The BS422 has all the RF circuitry required for a completely self-contained base station. Its
main RF components are outlined in Chapter “BS422 main components”.
The BS422 is a multi-technology basestation that is based on a Software Defined Radio,
which enables it to operate several different radio technologies:
TETRA
TEDS
DMR Tier 3
Analog PMR
Each BS422 can operate up to four different carriers simultaneously, independent of the
selected radio technology, inside a defined band.
The different carriers may operate in different bandwidths depending of the selected
technology.
25kHz
TETRA 25kHz TETRA 25kHz TETRA 25kHz TETRA
300 kHz BS bandwidth
25kHz
TETRA 25kHz TETRA
12.5 kHz DMR 12.5 kHz DMR
300 kHz BS bandwidth
300 kHz BS bandwidth
150 kHz TEDS
25kHz
TETRA 25kHz TETRA 25kHz TETRA

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Hardware
The BS422 is a compact single-box unit with build in duplex filter.
The concept is based on a decentral architecture, which means that no further components
like servers or switches are needed. All features for a functional trunked radio system is build
into the BS422.
The basestation is designed for direct outdoor mounting.
Block diagram:
Soft
Transciver
Controller
LAN
WAN
GPS
reveiver
ADC
DAC
Filter
Rx
Tx
RXTX/RX
USB Display
port
Dimensions:
360 mm
245 mm 190 mm
Weight
9 Kg (approximately)
Power supply
External -48Vdc source, 100 W (approximately @ full output power)
Cooling
Natural convection (vertical or horizontal cooling plates avaliable)
RF connectors
N-type, female
Control/LAN/WAN
100 Mbps Ethernet, LSA connector
Network
Management
MS Windows Remote Desktop

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1.2 BS422- INSTALLATION
1.2.1 Environmental / climatic requirements
The Base Station is designed for outdoor operation, such that it can be placed in the antenna
mast close to the antennas.
The Base Station is designed to be able to operate at severe environmental conditions.
The Base Station is guaranteed to operate under ambient air temperatures from –25°C to
+55°C Celsius. Maximum BS422 cabinet temperature is +85°C. Storage temperature for the
BS422 is from –40°C to +85°C.
Note that the guaranteed MTBF data is valid only within the standard specified temperature
range
Screening of BS422 to specific customer defined temperature range (from -40°C to +55°C
ambient air temperature) is optional upon request.
The Base Station encapsulation complies with IP65
1.2.2 Placement
The recommended placement of the Base Station is as close to the antennas as possible to
reduce cable loss. The placement of the Base Station shall be such that it is securely fastened
to a mast or building that is able to carry the weight of the BS422 and withstand the local
environmental conditions. All cables, antennas etc. shall be properly fastened to the mast or
building using appropriate fixtures as to avoid damage to the equipment and possible injury to
persons.
1.2.3 Grounding
The BS requires careful grounding.
Grounding is important to protect the equipment when inserting/removing cables and to protect
the operator from faulty equipment.
An effective grounding is also important to protect the installation during thunderstorm
(lightning).
The grounding shall be as specified in paragraph “1.2.6 Power connection to SB422”

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1.2.4 BS422 main components
Filter cover and filters removed. BS viewed from the filter (back) side
Figure 1-1: BS422 main components
The HDMI monitor connector together with the USB connector allows a connection of a
standard monitor and mouse/keyboard connection
If monitor, keyboard and mouse are connected, the Windows 10 operation system in the
BS422 can be accessed directly for configuration or faultfinding purposes
To access the connectors, remove the filter cover
To access the CF card also remove the filter mounting plate
The connectors need not to be unscrewed, just carefully lift the filter base plate slightly and
the CF card can be removed / inserted

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1.2.5 Attaching RX/TX antennas
Before installing the Base Station please read the application note in the TetraFlex user manual
about the Antenna Systems.
The following antenna cables shall be attached:
Single BS422 installation recommendation
o3 cables to the BS422 (one for Tx/Rx-A, one for Rx-B, and one for GPS*)
TX/RX-A GPS RX-B
Figure 1-2: Single BS422
NOTE: The BS422 will function with only Tx/Rx-A and without GPS antenna with the following limitations:
Timing via GPS will not be available (BS422 runs on internal oscillator - Not recommended) and there will be no Diversity when only
using one Rx antenna.
Dual BS422 installation recommendation
oCables to the 2 x BS422 (two for TX/RX, two for GPS* and two for RX-B / A-OUT
between the BS422’s)
Optional
BS1 BS2
TX/RX-A GPS TX/ GPS
RX-A
RX-B RXA-OUT
Figure 1-3: Dual BS422
NOTE: 2 x BS422 with 2 GPS antennas will provide full GPS redundancy (Antenna and GPS receiver)
*If using BS422 with build in GPS Antenna the external is not connected.

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1.2.6 Power connection to BS422
Before starting this task, please read the entire chapter carefully.
LAN/WAN or LAN/PPS
Figure 1-4: Power connection
The BS422 is operated at -48V nominal DC SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage).
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE A POWER SUPPLY THAT HAS
THE MINUS CONNECTED TO POWER SUPPLY CHASSIS
The cables used for power supply must be equal to or more than 3 x 1,5mm2
Connect the three wires in the power connection cable according to the color markings inside
the BS422 system connector.
GND
0 V
(+48V)
- 48V
RX/TX A RXB PS LAN GPS OUT A

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System Connector
There is two type of System Connetors:
1. System Connector with LAN and WAN (30528001)
2. System Connector with LAN and PPS (30528002)
Use a LSA tool for the Ethernet connection, a small flat screedriwer for the power connector
and torx screwdriver for the fastner clamps.
Figure 1-5: System Connector

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Cable connection for LAN, WAN- 30528001:
NOTE: Cable used must be 0.4mm2to 0.6mm2(24AWG) solid cores

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LAN /WAN connector:
1.2.7 Ethernet Connection
The BS422 supports either 2 x 100 Mb/s. Ethernet connection for WAN and LAN or as an
option 1 x 100Mb/s Ethernet for LAN and a Ethernet type DC connection for timing (PPS).
The purpose of the connections is
oTo establish connection for control of the base station
oTo establish connection to other BS422 and for timing and synchronization. (1 sec
Pulse- PPS).
The Ethernet connections are limited to SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) connections.
The PPS DC timing connection can be connected to another BS422 for timing. Arresting units
are an integrated part of the BS422
POWER:
NOTE: Cable used must be equal to or more than 3 x 1,5mm2 (e.g. DAMM no. 883013)
Ground GND 1 Yellow/Green
0 + 2 Black
-48Volt - 3 Blue

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1.2.8 RJ45 Ethernet Connection terminals
RJ45 connection for WAN/ LAN: