Redline Communications AN-50 User manual

AN-50 System User Manual
AN-50 System User Manual
[PTP/PMP]
Manual 70-00001-01R00
Release 2.01

AN-50 System User Manual
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AN-50 System User Manual
Redline Communications …..solving the first mile challenge.
Redline Communications
AN-50 System User Manual
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Contact Information
Redline Communications Inc.
302 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON
Canada L3R 0E8
Web site: http://www.redlinecommunications.com
Sales Inquiries:
North American – [email protected]
International – [email protected]
Toll-free sales line – 1-866-633-6669
Support:
Email – [e-mail]
Contact your Redline Distributor
Product Registration / Product Options:
http://www.redlinecommunications.com
Click on ‘Support’ User ID: Register Password: Redline
Comments or suggestions concerning this manual may be e-mailed to the support
team.
Disclaimer
This manual was designed to help you install, use and troubleshoot the Redline AN-50
Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) system. Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy of the material provided herein; however, Redline assumes no responsibility
regarding the use of the material. Additionally, Redline makes no representations or
warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding the contents of this product. Redline
Communications shall not be liable for any misuse regarding this product.
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FCC & IC Information
1 - This 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
2 - A Class A digital device is marketed for use in a commercial, industrial or
business environment, exclusive of a device which is marketed for use by the
general public or is intended to be used in the home.
3 - Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance must not be made. Any such modifications could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
UL Information
1 - Caution for all AC and DC models - Double Pole/Neutral Fusing.
2 - The DC source must be fused at Time Delay 2.5A, 250V.
3 - The DC input wiring must be 18 AWG minimum.
4 - The DC powered unit wiring is secured and chassis grounded using the following
parts:
a) Internal Grounding: Ground wire: 18 AWG, 600V, style 1015, Green/Yellow
with ring terminal. Nut size: #6-32 Hex Machine. Washer size: #6 Flat Washer,
and #6 Internal Tooth Lockwasher. These are assembled onto #6-32 stud
mounted to the chassis.
b) External Grounding: Ground wire: 18 AWG, 600V (not supplied). Nut size: Part
of chassis. Screw size: 6-32 X 7/16, PPHMS, SEMS, Internal, Zinc. Washer size:
Part of screw.
5 - The DC input source must be SELV.
6 - The DC input source must comply with the US National Electrical Code in the US and
the Canadian Electric Code in Canada.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Getting Started .......................................................................................................... 8
1.1. How To Use This Manual ..................................................................................8
1.2. AN-50 System Overview ................................................................................... 8
2. Important Safety Information...................................................................................10
3. Important Service Information ................................................................................. 12
4. Unpacking the AN-50 System ................................................................................. 13
5. AN-50 System Mode of Operation .......................................................................... 14
6. The AN-50 Terminal at a Glance............................................................................. 15
6.1. The AN-50 System’s T-58 Transceiver / Antenna at a Glance ....................... 17
7. AN-50 System Installation.......................................................................................19
7.1. General Site Survey ........................................................................................ 20
7.2. Installing The Antenna..................................................................................... 21
7.3. Running The IF Cable .....................................................................................22
7.4. Installing The Terminal .................................................................................... 23
7.5. Aligning The Antenna ...................................................................................... 25
8. System Configuration and Operation Via the Web Interface................................... 27
8.1. System Configuration ...................................................................................... 29
8.2. ID Configuration and Status ............................................................................32
8.2.1. Link Configuration.................................................................................... 33
8.2.2. Wireless Link Statistics ............................................................................ 35
8.3. ID Browser....................................................................................................... 37
8.4. System Information ......................................................................................... 38
8.5. System Statistics ............................................................................................. 39
8.6. Upload Software.............................................................................................. 41
8.7. System Password............................................................................................ 43
8.8. System Logs.................................................................................................... 44
9. Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 46
9.1. Diagnostics Via The Front Panel..................................................................... 46
9.1.1. System Power ......................................................................................... 47
9.1.2. System Fault............................................................................................ 48
9.1.3. Wireless Link ........................................................................................... 48
9.1.4. Wireless Signal........................................................................................ 49
9.1.5. Ethernet Link ........................................................................................... 49
9.1.6. Ethernet Collision .................................................................................... 50
9.2. Troubleshooting The Web Interface ................................................................51
9.3. Broadband Fixed Wireless Primer................................................................... 52
9.4. Deployment Scenarios .................................................................................... 53
9.5. Who Can Benefit From The AN-50 System?................................................... 55
9.6. The AN-50 Advantage..................................................................................... 58
9.7. Wireless Facts................................................................................................. 58
9.7.1. The Link Budget Tool ..............................................................................59
10. Appendix ............................................................................................................. 66
10.1. PMP Configuration Tool .............................................................................. 66
10.2. Appendix 1 - Glossary Of Terms ................................................................. 69
10.3. Appendix 2 - AN-50 System Specifications ................................................. 71
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Max. Operational Power Per Antenna (in dBm) ................................................31
Table 2: Max. Operational Power Per Channel (in dBm) vs. Modulation........................ 31
Table 3: System Power Diagnostics ...............................................................................47
Table 4: Wireless Link Diagnostics ................................................................................. 48
Table 5: Wireless Signal Diagnostics.............................................................................. 49
Table 6: Ethernet Link Diagnostics ................................................................................. 50
Table 7: Ethernet Collision Diagnostics .......................................................................... 50
Table 8: Web Interface Diagnostics ................................................................................ 51
Table 9: Modulation Scheme vs. Data Rate................................................................... 60
Table 10: Availability Versus Outage Time ..................................................................... 62
Table 11: Radar Horizon Ranges For Different Terminal Heights (H1and H2) ............... 65
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: The AN-50 System Out Of The Box................................................................. 13
Figure 2: Front Panel – System ...................................................................................... 15
Figure 3: Front Panel - Wireless ..................................................................................... 16
Figure 4: Front Panel – Ethernet..................................................................................... 16
Figure 5: LAN Interface................................................................................................... 17
Figure 6: AN-50 Radio With Vertical Mount .................................................................... 18
Figure 7: AN-50 System Installation................................................................................ 19
Figure 8: Radio Deployment Options .............................................................................. 21
Figure 9: IF Cable ........................................................................................................... 22
Figure 10: AN-50 Terminal Connected To Switch / Router / Hub ................................... 23
Figure 11: AN-50 Terminal Connected To Host Computer ............................................. 24
Figure 12: AN-50 Terminal LAN Ethernet Port Pinout ....................................................24
Figure 13: Aligning The Antenna - Vertical Mount .......................................................... 25
Figure 14: User Name And Password Dialog .................................................................28
Figure 15: System Configuration..................................................................................... 29
Figure 16: ID Config / Status........................................................................................... 33
Figure 17: Link Configuration.......................................................................................... 34
Figure 18: Wireless Link Status ...................................................................................... 35
Figure 19: ID Browser ..................................................................................................... 37
Figure 20: ID Browser Results ........................................................................................ 37
Figure 21: AN-50 General Information ............................................................................ 38
Figure 22: System Status................................................................................................ 39
Figure 23: Upload Software ............................................................................................ 41
Figure 24: File Transfer Progress ................................................................................... 42
Figure 25: System Password .......................................................................................... 43
Figure 26: System Logs Screen...................................................................................... 44
Figure 27: Front Panel Status LEDs ............................................................................... 46
Figure 28: Cell Sectorization........................................................................................... 53
Figure 29: Growing a Network ........................................................................................54
Figure 30: Hybrid PTP/PMP............................................................................................ 54
Figure 31: Single Sector PMP Deployment..................................................................... 55
Figure 32: Wireless Extension for Carriers ..................................................................... 56
Figure 33: Wireless Solution For ISPs ............................................................................ 56
Figure 34: Wireless Solution For Enterprise ................................................................... 57
Figure 35: Wireless Solution for MTUs ...........................................................................57
Figure 36: Fresnel Zone Obstruction .............................................................................. 60
Figure 37: Fresnel Zone Radius Calculation................................................................... 61
Figure 38: Link Budget For 64 QAM ¾ Code Rate ........................................................ 63
Figure 39: Fade Margin Graphs For LOS, OLOS and NLOS.......................................... 64
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1. . G Ge et tt ti in ng g S St ta ar rt te ed d
1.1. How To Use This Manual
This User Manual is designed to get you started using the Redline Communications
Access Node-50 (AN-50) Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) system by guiding you
through the step-by-step process of setting up the system for the first time.
To that end, the following principal steps will need to be followed in order:
1. Review the safety and service information (Sections 2 and 3 of this manual)
2. Unpack the AN-50 system (Section 4)
3. Install the outdoor radio (transceiver plus antenna) (Section 7)
4. Install the indoor terminal (Section 7)
5. Configure the system via a host computer and web browser interface (Section 8)
6. Ensure the Mac address of the remote AN-50 has been properly configured (see
Section 8.2.1) on the local unit
7. Install the license key option (page 8.1)
This User Manual will also help with the following:
• Understanding Fixed Wireless Systems
• Referencing AN-50 System Specifications
• Troubleshooting the System
1.2. AN-50 System Overview
The AN-50 is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge that provides a
scalable platform for the deployment of multi-services over a common equipment
infrastructure and management system. The AN-50 System can operate in a Point-To-
Point (PTP) or Point-To-Multipoint (PMP) mode depending on the software configuration.
In PTP mode, only two stations can communicate with each other, while the PMP mode
consists of one or more Subscriber Station(s) that communicate with the Base Station.
For complete procedures on software upgrade and use of the option key please refer to
sections 8.1 and 8.6.
The AN-50 system operates in the unlicensed band of 5.8 GHz and includes advanced
technologies to address any potential inter-cell interference issues. The system also
features adaptive modulation in both directions in PTP mode for automatic selection of
modulation schemes, including BPSK, QPSK, 16 and 64 QAM to maximize data rate,
and hence spectral efficiency. Additionally, the system delivers enhanced security
through a proprietary, over the air encryption scheme that significantly improves the
privacy and integrity of all traffic.
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The AN-50 can be equipped with a narrow beam antenna to provide high directivity for
long-range operations beyond 50 miles (80 km) in line of sight (LOS) conditions, and up
to 6 miles (10 km) in NLOS conditions. The AN-50 using wide beam antennas
associated with the PMP mode of operation can operate at over 15 miles ( 24 km) ,
depending on power limits mandated by regional regulation.
The AN-50 system is a Class A digital device for use in a commercial, industrial or
business environment.
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2. . I Im mp po or rt ta an nt t S Sa af fe et ty y I In nf fo or rm ma at ti io on n
1 Read this User Manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.
2 Keep all product information for future reference.
3 This product is supplied with a grounding power plug. Do not defeat this important
safety feature.
4 The power requirements are indicated on the product-marking label. Do not exceed
the described limits.
5 Always replace the fuse with the correct type and current rating.
6 Position the power cord to avoid possible damage, and do not overload wall outlets.
7 Do not place this product on or near a direct heat source, and avoid placing objects
on the terminal.
8 Do not operate this device near water or in a wet location.
9 Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Disconnect the power before cleaning.
10 Protect the unit by disconnecting the power if it is not used for long periods of time.
11 Locate the AN-50 terminal on a stable horizontal surface or mount it securely in a
19” Telco rack.
12 The T-58 Transceiver unit must not be located near power lines or other electrical
power circuits.
13 The T-58 Transceiver must be properly grounded to protect against power surges
and accumulated static electricity. It is the user’s responsibility to install this device
in accordance with Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-
1984 or Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code. These codes describe correct
installation procedures for grounding of the transceiver unit, mast, lead-in wire and
discharge unit, location of discharge unit, size of grounding conductors and
connection requirements for grounding electrodes. It is recommended that the
installation of the transceiver be contracted to a professional installer.
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