MobileAccess MobileAccessVEDual-Band User manual

MobileAccessVE Kits
The MobileAccessVE Dual-Band Solution includes two kits: Control Unit Kit and Access Pod Kit.
Please verify that your kits include the items listed below.
Description Kit Includes Unit
NOTE: Only main items are displayed.
I VE Control
Unit (VCU) Kit A) VE Control Unit (includes brackets for securing the VCU to 19” rack)
B) Power Cord*
C) VE SW CD
D) Local Configuration Cable (crossed RJ-45
cable)
II VE Access
Pods (VAP) Kit
A) VE Access Pod (VAP)
B) Wall Mount Adaptor (includes double-sided
sticky tape on rear for faster installation)
C) Desk Mount Adaptor
D) RJ-45 Cat-5e Jumper Cable
E) 8 Screws:
4 short screws – for securing the
adaptor to the Access Pod
4 long screws - for securing the wall
mount adaptor to the wall (for “anti-
theft” installation)
* The included power cord should not be used with any products other than the VE Control Unit.
Required Equipment (Not Included)
The following elements are provided by your wireless service provider and are NOT included in either kit:
Service Provider’s RF source - Macro BTS, Microcell, Picocell or Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA)
Patch panel and jumper cables - typically included in your IDF/Telco closet
IMPORTANT:
This installation is performed in cooperation with your service provider. Contact your service provider for the
installation of the RF source (BTS, Microcell, etc.) and the provision of required parameters.
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Quick Installation Sheet
MobileAccessVE Dual-Band
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General Installation Approach
The VE Control Unit (VCU) can operate in ONE of the following modes where the operation mode is
automatically set by the unit according to the detected connections:
Master VE Control Unit (Master VCU) - connected to the RF source(s) and up to 12 VCUs.
Slave VE Control Unit (VCU) - Connected to the Master VCU and up to 12 VAPs.
NOTE: Do not connect VAPs and VCUs to the same VCU.
Service provider’s equipment (BTS, Repeater, etc.) is connected to the Master VCU through passive
interface (supplied by the service provider). The passive interface can either be a coaxial cable or include
other RF components such as splitters, attenuators, bi-directional couplers, etc.
Up to 12 Slave VCUs are connected to the Master VCU via dedicated CAT-6 cables.
Each Slave VCU is connected to an Ethernet switch (up to 12 ports) and up to 12 VAPs.
All VCUs (and their VAPs) are managed through the Master VCU WEB Management connection.
Figure 1: MobileAccessVE Dual-Band Basic Architecture
Figure 2: INCORRECT Installation – VAPs and VCUs connected to the Master VCU
NOTE: In installations of up to 12 VAPs, Slave VCUs are not required. VAPs can be connected directly to
the Master VCU.
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Operations performed by the Wireless Service Provider
The wireless service provider is normally responsible for the following operations:
Installing the corresponding RF sources in the building; typically a Picocell, Microcell or Bi-Directional
Amplifier.
Connecting the RF sources to the relevant VE Control Unit through passive interface.
Providing the RF parameters for each service: DL Central Frequency, Maximum BTS Power Out (0dBm-
33dBm) and UL Gain (5dB to -15dB).
Infrastructure requirements:
1. IDF/Telco closet space for one or more VCUs, depending on the number and locations of the installed VCUs:
(48.3 x 51.3 x 8.88 cm) per VCU.
2. 350 Watts of AC power to the VCU IDF/Telco closet.
3. Building infrastructure:
a. Category-5e or Cat-6 cabling, Unshielded or Shielded Twisted Pair (UTP/STP).
b. 24 AWG minimum diameter for CAT-5e cabling.
c. Dedicated CAT-6/7 STP cable from Master VCU to Slave VCUs with run lengths NOT exceeding
100m (300ft) and not shorter than 10m (30ft).
d. CAT-5/6 UTP or STP cable from VCU to each VAP with run lengths NOT exceeding 100m (300ft)
and not shorter than 10m (30ft). VAPs can be connected over existing Cat-5e/6 cabling
infrastructure and existing Ethernet jacks without affecting the LAN.
Note: Verify with the IT department that existing cables support the VE installation. If infrastructure
documentation is available, review the documentation to determine cable types and lengths. If the cable
information is not available, attempt to visually identify the cable type (depending on the cable vendor,
the cable type may be listed on the cable sheath). It is recommended to use a Fluke cable tester to
measure the cable length of the most remote VAPs.
4. Master VCU Cable Connections:
a. 2 x N-type female, 50 ohm interfaces to carrier equipment
b. 12 x RJ-45 interfaces to Slave VCUs
c. 1 x RJ-45 interface to Management
d. 1 x D-Type 9 pins RS-232 interface for local craft
e. 1 x D-Type 15 pins interface for External Alarms (dry contacts)
5. Slave VCU Cable Connections
a. 1 x RJ-45 interface to Master VCU (not used in small single-tier deployments)
b. 12 x RJ-45 interfaces to VAPs
c. 12 x RJ-45 interfaces to Ethernet Switch for LAN service
d. 1 x D-Type 9 pins RS-232 interface for local craft
Note: Ethernet standards specify that the maximum distance between an Ethernet switch and appliance
(computer, WLAN AP etc) should not exceed 100m (300ft). Therefore, when MobileAccessVE shares the IT
LAN, the maximum distance for a given cable run between the Ethernet switch and appliance cannot be longer
than 100m (300ft), including all patch cords (from switch to VCU, from VCU to patch panel, from RJ-45 outlet
to VAP, and from VAP to appliance).
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Phase I – VAPs Locations Planning
The MobileAccessVE Dual-Band solution supports up to 12 VCUs connected to the Master VCU, each capable of
supporting up to 12 VAPs.
Plan your VAP placement according to environments that are most compatible with your site:
Standard E
nvironment
1
Open
F
loor
P
lant
Dense E
nvironment
2
Place VAPs:
CELL/PCS:
67 feet (20.5 m) apart
Maximum of 33 feet (10 m)
from the outer building walls
(so mobile users have line-of-
sight to VAPs).
EGSM/UMTS or DCS/UMTS:
57.5 feet (17.5 m) apart
Maximum of 29 feet (9 m) from
the outer building walls (so
mobile users have line-of-sight
to VAPs).
Place VAPs:
CELL/PCS:
90 feet (27 m) apart
Maximum of 45 feet (13.5 m)
from the outer building walls
(so mobile users have line-of-
sight to VAPs).
EGSM/UMTS or DCS/UMTS:
67 feet (20.5 m) apart
Maximum of 33 feet (10 m)
from the outer building walls
(so mobile users have line-of-
sight to VAPs).
Place VAPs:
CELL/PCS:
64 feet (19.5 m) apart
Maximum of 33 feet (10 m)
from the outer building walls
(so mobile users have line-of-
sight to VAPs).
EGSM/UMTS or DCS/UMTS:
45 feet (13.5 m) apart
Maximum of 22.5 feet (7 m)
from the outer building walls
(so mobile users have line-of-
sight to VAPs).
Notes:
1. Check the availability of Ethernet jacks where VAPs are being installed.
2. The coverage guidelines above are conservative “rule of thumb” estimates of RF coverage per VAP, meant to be
used in scenarios in which detailed designs are not performed. When the coverage layout is designed, the coverage
per VAP is expected to increase by up to 33%. Coverage estimates in this section assume 25% overlap between
the coverage areas of neighboring VAPs to ensure robust, full coverage throughout the enterprise with no “dead
zones”.
1Such as office environment with hallways, cubicles and walls.
2Such as hospitals, manufacturing plants & buildings with cinderblock, concrete & sheet rock walls, or metallic partitions.
It is recommended to use
a floor plan when planning
the initial locations of the
VAPs. You may then move
around or add VAPs to
optimize coverage.
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Phase II – VCU Installation
Note: The RF Source LED of the connected port on the Master VCU should be lit GREEN, indicating that the Master
VCU senses the RF signal from the source at the expected level (according to Max Expected Pin).
b) Pre-configure the computer local LAN connection to operate in the same Subnet as the default VCU IP address.
c) Open a web browser and type the default IP address (192.168.1.1) in the address bar. The login window
appears.
Step 3 – IP and Name Setting
a) Type the User Name “engineer” and the Password “eng” in the
Login window, and then click Login.
b) Choose the Management tab in the main menu bar and click the
IP Settings tab on the side bar.
c) Click the Modify button to define the STATIC IP Address
according to existing LAN.
Note: After the initial IP configuration, the Master VCU can be accessed remotely via Ethernet.
d) Choose the Config tab in the main menu bar, select the VCU-M
(Master) from the network topology tree and refer to the Module
Info sub-tab.
e) Click the Modify button to define an indicative name for the VCU
(up to 17 alpha-numeric characters).
Step 1 – Install the Master VCU & the Wireless Signal Source(s)
a) Install the Dual-Band Master VE Control Unit (VCU) in the telecommunication room.
a) Apply power to the Master VCU and verify that the PWR LED is lit. Also verify that the unit ACT LED completes
initialization (blinking light) and shows a solid green light.
b) Connect (or request the service provider’s service personnel to connect) the provider’s signal sources
(Macrocell, Microcell, Picocell or BDA) to the Master VCU front panel RF ports through passive interface. Power
on the signal sources.
c) Connect the Master VCU VAP ports to the patch-panel that feeds the dedicated CAT-6 cabling system for
connection to the Slave VCUs.
Step 2 – Open a Session to the Master VCU
a) Connect a laptop to the VCU Management port located on the
front panel using the crossed RJ-45 cable supplied in the VCU kit.
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Step 4 – RF Service Configuration
Define the RF parameters by choosing the Service1/Service2 tab in
the work area:
DL central frequencies for each service according to the
following ranges.
EGSM: 925 - 960
UMTS: 2110 - 2170
PCS: 1930 - 1990
CELL: 869 - 894
DCS: 1805 - 1880
Max expected power of BTS (0-33dBm)
UL Gain for each service (5 to -15dB)
Step 5 – (Optional) Auxiliary Alarms and Alarm Output Connections
Connect the Auxiliary Alarms and Alarm Output connections on the
Master VCU rear panel Alarm port according to the instructions given
in the VE Dual-Band Installation and Configuration Guide.
Step 6 – Connect the Slave VCUs to the Master VCU
a) Install each Slave VCU in the IDF/Telco closets corresponding to the floors to be covered.
Note: VAPs for each VCU can be located over more than one (adjacent) floor.
b) Connect the VCU/VCH port to the patch-panel that feeds the dedicated CAT-6 cabling system for connection
to the Master VCU (one of the VAP ports).
Note: Verify that the VCU/VCH LED completes initialization (blinking light) and shows a solid green light. The RF
LEDs (of both services) should turn OFF.
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Step 7 (Option A) – For currently ACTIVE Ethernet ports on which VAPs will be installed.
Step 7 (Option B) – For currently INACTIVE Ethernet ports on which VAPs will be installed.
Phase III – VAPs Physical Installation
Desk Mount: Note: All components (adaptor, screws, and cables) are included in the VAP Kit.
a) Place the Desk Mount Adaptor on the VE Access Pod.
b) Secure the Desk Mount Adaptor to the VAP using (4) short screws.
c) Connect the RJ-45 Cat-5e jumper cable to the VAP’s RJ-45 port.
d) Place the VAP in the planned location on a flat surface.
e) Plug the other end of the cable into the VCU’s (RJ-45) Ethernet jack.
f) When using an external antenna, connect the Ext. Antenna SMA connector(s) to the external antenna(s).
This option must be configured via the web GUI. (Note: Internal antenna is enabled by default).
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Note: The maximum external antenna gain should not exceed 10 dBi.
g) Verify that the VAP receives power and connects to the VCU via the LEDs on the unit (both the GREEN LED and
the BLUE LED should be lit).
Wall Mount: Note: All components (adaptor, screws, and cables) are included in the VAP Kit.
a) Attach the VAP’s Wall Mount adaptor to the wall in the planned location, using the double-sided sticky tape
located on rear or via the longer screws.
b) Attach the Wall Mount Adaptor to the VAP using (4) short screws.
c) Connect the RJ-45 Cat-5e jumper cable to the VAP’s RJ-45 port.
d) Plug the other side of the cable into the VCU’s (RJ-45) Ethernet jack.
e) Verify that the VAP receives power and connects to the VCU via the LEDs on the unit (both the GREEN LED
and the BLUE LED should be lit).
Note 1: In addition to the internal antennas, VAPs are equipped with interfaces to external antennas that can be
used for special coverage requirements. The maximum external antenna gain should not exceed 10 dBi. When
installing a VAP with external antennas interfaces, perform the following:
● Verify that the external antenna is connected .
● Configure the VAP, via the web GUI, to use the external antenna (internal antenna is the default option) .
Note 2: For jacks that were initially connected directly to a LAN terminal, reconnect the LAN terminal to the VAP
RJ-45 output connector and verify that it operates properly.
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8391 Old Courthouse Road Suite 300, Vienna, VA 22182
Tel: [phone] TAC: [phone], Fax: [phone]
http://www.mobileaccess.com
Ext. Antenna SMA
Connector*
RJ-45 to
VCU
Access Pod
Wall Mount Adaptor
Assembly
=
+
Desk
Mount
Bracket
Assembly
Ext. Antenna SMA
Connector* RJ-45 to
Computer
VAP
+ =
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