Sagem SAGEM-LINK F User manual

SAGEM-LINK F
Microwave Radio Links
7 GHz – 38 GHz
Installation and Operation Manual
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SAGEM-LINK F
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 - INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 7
1.1 - Overview................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 - Unpacking the Equipment ........................................................................................ 7
1.3 - IDU Installation ......................................................................................................... 8
1.4 - Antenna Installation .................................................................................................. 8
1.4.1- Antenna Mount ................................................................................................... 9
1.4.2 - Typical Antenna Installation ............................................................................ 10
1.5 - Installing the ODU(s) .............................................................................................. 10
1.6 - Installing the IDU to ODU Coaxial Cable(s) ........................................................... 16
1.7 - Powering Up the System ........................................................................................ 18
1.8 - Aligning the Antennas............................................................................................. 20
1.9 - Connecting IDU to External Equipments................................................................ 23
1.9.1 - IDU Front Panel Access Description ............................................................... 23
1.9.2 - IDU Rear Panel Access Description ............................................................... 24
1.9.3 - Connectors Pinout Description........................................................................ 24
CHAPTER 2 - COMMISSIONING ....................................................................................... 36
2.1 - Overview................................................................................................................. 36
2.2 - Preliminary Verifications ......................................................................................... 36
2.3 - Frequency Scan...................................................................................................... 37
2.4 - Receive Signal Level .............................................................................................. 37
2.5 - Tributary Tests........................................................................................................ 38
2.6 - Engineering Order Wire Test (optional).................................................................. 39
2.7 - Alarm Relays and I/O Dry Loops Test (optional).................................................... 39
2.7.1 - Simulating an IDU Alarm ................................................................................. 39
2.7.2 - Simulating an ODU Alarm ............................................................................... 39
2.7.3 - Simulating a Tributary Alarm ........................................................................... 39
2.7.4 - Simulating a RSL Alarm .................................................................................. 39
2.7.5 - Simulating a Custom Alarm............................................................................. 40
2.7.6 - Testing Input Dry Loops .................................................................................. 40
2.7.7 - Testing Alarm Relays ...................................................................................... 40
2.8 - 1+1 Verification (optional)....................................................................................... 41
2.9 - BER Measurement ................................................................................................. 43
2.10 - Recording Configuration Information.................................................................... 44
CHAPTER 3 - SAGEM-LINK F PILOT DESCRIPTION...................................................... 48
3.1 - Overview................................................................................................................. 48
3.2 - SAGEM LINK F Pilot : Main Operations to Configure a Link ................................. 49
3.2.1 - Installing the SAGEM – LINK F Pilot Software................................................ 49
3.2.2 - Connecting the Laptop to SAGEM – LINK F IDU............................................ 49
3.2.3 - Link Preliminary Configuration ........................................................................ 50
3.2.4 - Completing Link Configuration ........................................................................ 55
3.3 - SAGEM-LINK F Pilot : Menus Description ............................................................. 64
3.3.1 - Configuration Menu ......................................................................................... 64
3.3.2 - Alarms Menu ................................................................................................... 66
3.3.3 - Monitoring Menu.............................................................................................. 71
3.3.4 - Parameters Menu............................................................................................ 77
3.3.5 - Downloads Menu............................................................................................. 81
3.3.6 - NMI Menu ........................................................................................................ 82
3.3.7 - Tools Menu...................................................................................................... 88
3.3.8 – Changing an IDU Configuration...................................................................... 95

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CHAPTER 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................. 97
4.1 - Overview................................................................................................................. 97
4.2 – Visual Inspection.................................................................................................... 97
4.3 – Troubleshooting Steps........................................................................................... 98
4.3.1 – Define the symptom........................................................................................ 98
4.3.2 – Isolate the problem ......................................................................................... 98
4.3.3 – Fix the problem............................................................................................... 98
4.4 – Alarms and Status Indication LED ......................................................................... 98
4.5 - SAGEM-LINK F Pilot Alarm Menus ........................................................................ 99
4.5.1 – Alarms Screen ................................................................................................ 99
4.5.2 – Direct and Indirect Alarms ............................................................................ 101
4.5.3 – Equipment Log ............................................................................................. 101
4.6 – Typical SAGEM-LINK F Pilot Screens................................................................. 102
4.6.1 – No connection to the IDU from the Pilot software ........................................ 102
4.6.2 – No Local equipment...................................................................................... 102
4.6.3 – No Remote Radio ......................................................................................... 103
4.6.4 – RSL Alarms .................................................................................................. 103
4.6.5 – Transmit Power alarm .................................................................................. 103
4.6.6 – Minor alarms................................................................................................. 104
4.6.7 – No alarm ....................................................................................................... 104
4.7 – Replacing an ODU ............................................................................................... 105
4.8 – Replacing a Cable Interface module.................................................................... 105
4.9 – Replacing an IDU................................................................................................. 105
CHAPTER 5 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION........................................................................... 106
5.1 - Overview............................................................................................................... 106
5.2 – System Composition............................................................................................ 106
5.2.1 - IDU Versions ................................................................................................. 108
5.2.2 – Cable Interface Module Versions ................................................................. 108
5.2.3 – ODU Versions............................................................................................... 108
5.3 – SAGEM-LINK F Block Diagram ........................................................................... 110
5.4 – IDU Description.................................................................................................... 111
5.5 – Cable Interface Module Description..................................................................... 112
5.6 – Outdoor Unit Description ..................................................................................... 112
5.7 – Protected Configurations ..................................................................................... 113
5.7.1 – 1+1 Mute Hot Standby (MHSB).................................................................... 113
5.7.2 – 1+1 Space Diversity...................................................................................... 113
5.7.3 – 1+1 Frequency Diversity............................................................................... 114
CHAPTER 6 - ETHERNET OPTION ................................................................................. 115
6.1 - Overview............................................................................................................... 115
6.2 - Ethernet and E1 Combinations Description ......................................................... 115
6.3 - Ethernet Features Description.............................................................................. 119
6.3.1 - Ethernet Bridging........................................................................................... 119
6.3.2 – Bandwidth Allocation .................................................................................... 120
6.3.3 – Ethernet Interface Configurations................................................................. 121
6.4 - Ethernet Configuration.......................................................................................... 122
6.5 - Ethernet Alarms .................................................................................................... 122
6.5.1 - Ethernet RJ45 LEDs...................................................................................... 122
6.5.2 – Sagem Link F Pilot Ethernet Alarm .............................................................. 123
6.6 - Ethernet Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 124
APPENDIX 1 - SAGEM-LINK F SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................... 125
General ......................................................................................................................... 125
Transmitter.................................................................................................................... 126
Receiver........................................................................................................................ 127
Tributaries ..................................................................................................................... 128
Auxiliary Channels and Management Interfaces .......................................................... 128
Mechanical.................................................................................................................... 128
Consumption................................................................................................................. 129

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Environmental ............................................................................................................... 129
APPENDIX 2 - SAGEM-LINK F PART NUMBERS .......................................................... 130
Link Composition .......................................................................................................... 130
SAGEM LINK F Modules Part Numbers....................................................................... 131
SAGEM LINK F ODU Part Numbers ............................................................................ 132
APPENDIX 3 - MISCELLANEOUS ................................................................................... 136
Changing 8 GHz ODU T/R Spacing Procedure........................................................... 136
Using Pilot software with an Ethernet Connection........................................................ 138
Upgrading a 2x2/4x2 Mbit/s IDU................................................................................... 139

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Chapter 1
Installation
1.1 - Overview
This chapter explains how to install and set up SAGEM LINK F radio links. The main topics covered are :
•Unpacking the Equipment
•IDU installation
•Antenna installation
•ODU installation
•IDU to ODU Coaxial cable installation
•Powering up the system
•Antenna alignment
•Connecting IDU to external equipments
1.2 - Unpacking the Equipment
Verify that the items received are compliant with the packing list.
If any part of the equipment is damaged, contact Sagem representative for repair or replacement
instructions.
The IDU and ODU are packaged in two separate boxes. In addition, the optional items are
packaged in a separate container.
The IDU box contains, the IDU with cable interface module (one for 1+0 systems, two for 1+1
systems), the DC Power supply cable and a CDROM including the user manual and the SAGEM
LINK F Pilot software.
The ODU box contains only one ODU.
Save case and shipping material, in case the equipment has to be returned.

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1.3 - IDU Installation
To install the IDU in a 19-inch rack :
•Attach the IDU in the 19-inch rack using four 6x12 stainless steel hex screws and washers into the
corresponding rack cage nuts. This attachment grounds the IDU to the earth.
Maint
Mux
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Off
Call
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POWER EOW
Mgr 100bT
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TRIB 1-4 TRIB 5-8
TRIB 9-12 TRIB 13-16
ODU
POWER
Faston Male Plug
Figure 1.1 - IDU installation
•An additional grounding is possible by the use of a Faston plug (left side of the IDU). Use a 6
mm2section cable (minimum length required).
NOTE: When more than one IDU are to be mounted in the rack, it is recommended to keep a gap of 1
unit between two IDUs.
1.4 - Antenna Installation
Three types of antenna with several diameters are available for SAGEM LINK F radios.
•Integrated antenna with Sagem Link F ODU interface (0.3m, 0.6m, 0.9m, 1.2m or 1.8m
diameter). With these antennas, the ODU is directly attached on the antenna. In some protected
configuration using a coupler, the coupler is attached to the antenna, and the ODU are attached
on the coupler.
•External antenna with standard rectangular waveguide flange, which is connected to the
SAGEM LINK F ODU with a flex guide.
•External antenna with two access (dual polarized antenna) connected by two flex guides to the
ODUs.
Antennas models depend on the frequency bands :
•7 GHz →7.1 - 7.7 GHz
•8 GHz →8.025 - 8.5 GHz
•13 GHz →12.75 - 13.25 GHz

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•15 GHz →14.4 - 15.35 GHz
•18 GHz →17.7 - 19.7 GHz
•23 GHz →21.2 - 23.6 GHz
•26 GHz →24.5 - 26.5 GHz
•38 GHz →37 - 39.5 GHz
Alternative antennas to those specified by Sagem may be used, but they must meet the following
requirements
•Minimum gain to achieve adequate link margin,
•Radiation Pattern Envelope compliant to the network and country regulations
•Mechanical characteristics to meet specific site requirements (wind and frost resistance)
NOTE:With some antennas, the manufacturer’s guarantee applies only if the antenna feed is
pressurized. Therefore, it is essential to observe the recommendations relative to the selected
antenna type. Provision must therefore be made for:
y installation and connection of a pressurizing system if the antenna is connected to the ODU
with a waveguide;
y use pressurization windows and seals to protect waveguide connections.
1.4.1- Antenna Mount
In most cases, the antenna mounts provided by antenna manufacturers fit on tubular poles
(diameter 88.9 to 114 mm).
If the antenna is installed on towers using another type of structure (e.g., square-section tower),
special mounting kits must be used for this support.
The following precautions must always be taken :
- Allow enough clearance (±10°) about the alignment axis. Leave also adequate space
around the ODU to allow easy mounting.
- make sure that nothing may obstruct the link, even partially, especially in the near field of
view,
- keep enough room for access to the antenna and ODU (for set-up and maintenance
measurements),
- install proper lightning rod and earthing,
Note:If there is an existing lightning rod, make sure that the ODU installation site is covered by
the lightning protection cone.
- misalignment under extreme weather conditions must not exceed ±20 min angle in elevation
and azimuth.
The antenna mount may be secured in different ways depending on the antenna installation site
type and environment :
- mounting pole secured to the HEA section with a back-plate or clips,
- mounting pole secured to a square-shaped base plate with threaded rods. The base plate is
set on top of a resilient plate which may be installed on the terrace of a building without
affecting water-tightness,
- wall-mounted staff on the building front,

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- antenna mount secured directly to a tower tube (diameter 88.9 or 114 mm),
- antenna support secured to a square-section tower tube with adapters.
1.4.2 - Typical Antenna Installation
Refer to the antenna manufacturer procedures.
1.5 - Installing the ODU(s)
Depending on the configuration, and on the antenna type, there are several ODU mounting
possibilities :
•1+0 Configuration with integrated antenna : (or 1+1 configuration with two antennas)
The ODU is directly attached on an integrated antenna with four latches. It is connected to the
IDU by a single coaxial cable terminated with N male connectors.
Figure 1.2 - SAGEM LINK F ODU with an Integrated Antenna
Setting the Polarization :
If antenna has a circular waveguide interface (7 GHz, 8 GHz or 38 GHz), polarization depends
only on the ODU position. For vertical polarization, make sure that the arrow on the ODU cover is
vertical, for horizontal polarization, turn the ODU from 90 degrees.

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Horizontal PolarizationVertical Polarization
Figure 1.3 – Polarization Setting for the ODU
If antenna has a rectangular waveguide interface (13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 23 GHz and 26
GHz), then polarization depends on the antenna source position.
Note that ODU waveguide output must always be in the same position compared to antenna
waveguide input.
For vertical polarization, turn antenna source in order to have the large side of the waveguide in
horizontal position according to antenna manufacturer procedure. Install the ODU accordingly
For horizontal polarization turn antenna source to have the large side of the waveguide in vertical
position. Turn also the ODU in order to have coincidence between ODU and antenna
waveguides.
•1+0 Configuration with remote mount and standard antenna :
In case of the use of a standard antenna (i.e. large antenna without SAGEM LINK F ODU
interface), the ODU is mounted on a pole with a remote mount and connected to the antenna with
a standard rectangular flex guide.
Polarization depends on the antenna source position (vertical polarization is obtained when the
big side of the antenna waveguide flange is horizontal).
Figure 1.4 - SAGEM LINK F ODU Remote mount

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•1+1 Configuration with a Coupler and an Integrated Antenna :
The coupler is attached on the integrated antenna with four bolts. Two ODUs are mounted
vertically on the coupler with four latches. Each ODU is connected to its modem by a coaxial
cable.
As in most cases the coupler is not symmetrical, it is important to identify which ODU is
connected to the main position, and which ODU is connected to protection (standby) position.
The main and standby ODU positions are indicated on the coupler.
Whatever the polarization is, 1+1 the coupler is always mounted in the same position. There are
two types of coupler :
-Andrew coupler : for this type of coupler the arrow on the ODU cover must be vertical
-Filtel coupler : for this type of coupler, the arrow on the ODU cover must be horizontal.

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ndrew Coupler
ODU arrow is in vertical
position (Andrew coupler)
Standb
y
ODU
Main ODU
Figure 1.5a - SAGEM LINK F 1+1 Configuration with integrated antenna and Andrew
coupler

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Filtel Coupler
ODU with Filtel coupler
Horizontal arrow
Figure 1.5b – SAGEM LINK F 1+1 Configuration with integrated antenna and Filtel coupler
On the coupler there is a label or a marking indicating the position of main and stand by ODUs.

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Polarization setting :
-Coupler : ODUs are mounted vertically on the coupler. Depending on the coupler type the
arrow on the ODU cover must be horizontal (Filtel) or vertical (Andrew).
-The polarization can be adjusted from turning the coupler polarizer from 90 degrees
(Andrew) or by replacing polarizer (Filtel). Refer to coupler supplier instructions.
-Antenna : If the antenna has a rectangular waveguide interface, rotate antenna source to
have the wanted polarization. Make sure that polarizations are the same for the antenna
and for the coupler.
Vertical Polarization Horizontal Polarization
Figure 1.6 – Setting the Polarization for Andrew Coupler
Vertical Polarization Horizontal Polarization
Figure 1.7 – Setting the Polarization for Filtel Coupler
•1+1 Configuration with a Coupler Remote Mounted and a Standard Antenna :
The coupler is attached on the remote mount and connected to the standard antenna by a flex
guide.
The two ODUs are vertically mounted on the coupler, with the arrows in vertical (Andrew) or
horizontal position (Filtel). Each ODU is connected to the IDU with a coaxial cable.

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Polarization setting is done by turning antenna source.
As coupler is not symmetrical in most cases, it is important to identify main position (lowest
insertion loss) and standby position.
It is also necessary to identify ODU cables (main or standby) with a label.
•1+1 Frequency Diversity Configuration with Remote Mounts and a Dual Polarized Antenna :
In this configuration each ODU is remote mounted on a pole, and is connected to an antenna
access with a flex guide.
It is important to identify ODU cables for the one which is on vertical polarization (main), and the
one which is horizontal polarization (standby).
1.6 - Installing the IDU to ODU Coaxial Cable(s)
Recommended cables coaxial cables are Belden 9914 and Andrew LDF4-50A. If an other type of
cable is used, make sure it is compatible with outdoor use. This cable should be double or triple
shielded. Cable impedance is 50 Ohm, and is terminated by two N male connectors.
N connectors must be compatible with the cable, and connector mounting procedure must follow
connector manufacturer recommendations.
Install one cable in a 1+0 system or two cables in a 1+1 system.
It is very important to protect N connectors against water : wrap Isolation tape (15 cm) over the
coax cover. Start winding from coax cover with one half overlap with each winding in order to
protect completely connection from rain action. Press with fingers the tape and make sure the
protection is correct.
NOTE: Cables must be installed in compliance with national and local regulations and meet the
specific requirements of the installation site.
Some precautions are necessary when installing the equipment on unprotected places (e.g.,
antenna towers, building terraces, etc.) to prevent equipment from damage by lightning.
In a 1+1 system when two cables are installed, it is very important to identify main cable and
standby cable. If the cables are not labeled, it is necessary to perform a resistance check to
identify each cable.
Disconnect N connectors from IDU, and short circuit one of the N connector on the ODU side
(while the other one is open), and measure cable resistance on the IDU side. The lowest
resistance corresponds to the short circuited cable.
Put labels on both sides of the cables.
Remove the short circuit, make sure connectors are clean and dry, and connect proper cable to
each ODU.
Cable Grounding
It is necessary to ground properly ODU to IDU cable for a good lightning protection. For this
purpose, a cable grounding kit is provided as an option.

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Figure 1.9 : SAGEM-LINK F Grounding Kit
The number of necessary grounding points depends on the site, and on the cable length.
Normally, a good protection is achieved with :
•A grounding kit on the cable close to the ODU
•A grounding kit on the cable at the building entrance
•A grounding kit on the cable at the bottom of the pylon
•A grounding kit each 50 meters for long cables.

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1.7 - Powering Up the System
Before powering up the Sagem Link F terminal, check that :
IDU and ODU and cables are properly grounded
IDU and ODU are connected together with right coaxial cable(s). in 1+1 operation, main and
standby cables have been previously identified and connected to the main and standby IDU
cable interfaces
To Main
ODU
DC Power In To Standby
ODU
Main Channel
On/Off Switch Standby Channel
On/Off Switch
Green LED
"Power"
Maint
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Main Cable Interface Standby Cable Interface
Figure 1.10 – SAGEM LINK F 1+1 IDU
Input DC Power Voltage is within specified range : - 36 VDC to –59 VDC (-48 VDC nominal).
Measure DC voltage (polarity and amplitude) on the cable plug before connection into the
IDU. Negative voltage must be used only. DC Connector Pinout is given in Figure 1.11.
Maint
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GROUND
(0 VDC)
GROUND
Figure 1.11 : IDU DC Input Connector

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Plug DC connector into IDU connector. If the terminal is a 1+0 system, switch on the terminal
with the switch in front panel. If the terminal is a 1+1 system, switch on both switches.
The green LED(s) labeled "Power" should be lit.
Connect a PC on IDU front panel DB9 connector Labeled "PC" and run the Sagem Link F Pilot
software
Verify and change if necessary, terminal local parameters (refer to Sagem Link Pilot
description in chapter 4) :
-Transmit frequency,
-capacity,
-modulation,
-transmit power
-Link ID Code
-ATPC must be in the "Off" position at that time
Unless the link is already operating (remote parameters are displayed on the right side of the
main screen of the Pilot software), make sure local terminal parameters are in accordance
with far end terminal parameters. (Frequency, capacity, modulation, and Link ID Code must
match)
If remote terminal parameters are good and if the main screen displays a "No Remote Radio"
message, it means antennas are not properly aligned.

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1.8 - Aligning the Antennas
Antenna alignment is performed with both terminals operating, in normal weather conditions. The
receive signal level (RSL) voltage is available on the ODU BNC connector.
A typical RSL curve at ODU access is given on Figure 1.12 The highest the RSL voltage is, the
highest is the receive signal level.
-90 dBm
1 V
2 V
3 V
4 V
5 V
RSL Voltage
RSL at ODU Input
-80 dBm -70 dBm -60 dBm -50 dBm -40 dBm -30 dBm -20 dBm
0.5 V
4.5 V
Figure 1.12 : Typical SAGEM LINK F Receive Signal Level Voltage
Note : RSL is measured at ODU antenna port. In some 1+1 systems involving a coupler or a
remote mount antenna, it is necessary to take in account branching losses to know the actual
power at antenna access.
Optimal performance is done when main antenna lobe is aligned with the center of the remote
end antenna.
It is important to identify main lobe antenna, by rotating the antenna to have the maximum RSL
voltage. Note there is around 25 dB difference between side lobes and main lobes (1.5 V).
Good Alignment