Vecima Networks VistaMax OBR5000B Operating instructions

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
VistaMax OBR5000B
Base Station Transceiver

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Contents
Preface.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... i
About this Document.................................................................................................................................................................................................... i
Safety and Regulatory Notices............................................................................................................................................................................... ii
Warnings and Advisories ................................................................................................................................................................................. iii
Getting Support................................................................................................................................................................................................................ iv
Finding Related Documentation ................................................................................................................................................................... iv
1.0 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Product Overview................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 OBR5000B Features and Benefits .................................................................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Specifications........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
2.0 Installation........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Unpacking the Unit ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2-1
2.2 Mounting the OBR5000B ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.3 Attaching the External Antenna ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2-7
2.3.1 Water Proof the Connection................................................................................................................................................................. 2-8
2.4 Installing the Grounding Apparatus............................................................................................................................................................. 2-9
2.4.1 Lightning Protection................................................................................................................................................................................. 2-9
2.4.2 Power Surge Protection......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-13
2.4.3 Grounding the Base Station ................................................................................................................................................................. 2-15
3.0 Getting Started with OBR5000B............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Before You Begin.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Overview of Configuration................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.3 Using the Web Based Interface...................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.4 Configuring the Network.................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
3.5 Configuring the Radio........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-7
3.6 Establishing a Link................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-8
3.7 Other Administrative Tasks............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
3.7.1 Upgrading the Base Station ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-9
3.7.2 Adding a Virtual IP Address................................................................................................................................................................. 3-10
3.7.3 Rebooting the system............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-10
3.7.5 Resetting Configuration.......................................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.7.6 Checking Base Station Logs................................................................................................................................................................ 3-11
3.7.8 Setting Service Flow Information..................................................................................................................................................... 3-12
3.7.9 SNMP Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3-17
3.7.10 Subscriber Station Modulation Table.......................................................................................................................................... 3-17

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3.7.11 Checking Base Station Status.......................................................................................................................................................... 3-17
3.7.12 SS Table........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3-18
3.7.13 PKM AUTH Table ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-18
3.7.14 PKM TEK Table.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-18
Warranty and Service Policies ....................................................................................................................................................................................... A-1

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Preface
About this Document
NOTE
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. The reader should consult
the Vecima website for updates.
Purpose
The OBR5000B Installation and Operation Guide describes OBR5000B and provides instructions for installing and
configuring the system. It is intended for system administrators and installation technicians who are familiar with
broadband cable equipment and concepts.
This manual describes an OBR5000B using the following frequencies:
• 5725 to 5825 MHz (FCC version)
• 5725 to 5875 MHz (CE Version)
• 5725 to 5825 MHz (IC Version)
Organization of the OBR5000B Installation and Operation Guide
Chapter 1— Gives and overview of the OBR5000B including the specifications and describes the features and
benefits of the system.
Chapter 2— Lists the included parts and provides instructions for installing and connecting the OBR5000B.
Chapter 3— Gives and overview of the web-based interface and provides instructions for basic configuration tasks.
Document Conventions
This manual uses the following special formats to emphasize key information. Be aware of all warnings and cautions
before you begin to install the OBR5000B.
WARNING
Whenever you see this icon and heading, the associated text addresses or discusses a critical safety or
regulatory issue.
CAUTION
Whenever you see this icon and heading, the associated text discusses an issue, which, if not followed,
could result in damage to, or improper use of, the equipment or software.
NOTE
Whenever you see this icon and heading, the associated text provides some important information not
directly related to the topic.
TIP
Whenever you see this icon and heading, the associated text provides a tip for facilitating the installation, testing,
or operation of the equipment or software

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Safety and Regulatory Notices
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication.
CAUTION
Any changes or modification to this product not expressly approved by Vecima Networks Inc. could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION
The Vecima OBR5000B base station unit must be installed by a trained professional, value added
reseller, or systems integrator who is familiar with RF cell planning issues and the regulatory limits
defined by Industry Canada for RF exposure.
CAUTION
To comply with RF exposure requirements, this equipment must be installed in such a way as to provide
a minimum separation distance of 1.5m from the transmitting antenna to persons nearby.
Industry Canada Compliance
Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF
fields in excess of Health Canada’s limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health
Canada’s Website.
For safety reasons, people should not work in a situation where RF exposure limits could be exceeded. To prevent this
situation, the users should consider the following rules:
• Install the antenna so that there is a minimum of 23 cm (9.06 in) of distance between the antenna and people.
• Do not turn on power to the device while installing the antenna.
• Do not connect the antenna while the device is in operation.
• Do not collocate or operate the antenna used with the device in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
• In order to ensure compliance with local regulations, the installer MUST enter the antenna gain at the time of
installation.

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Maximum Antenna Gain
The OBR5000B is a low-powered license-exempt radiocommunication device. Therefore, the maximum antenna gain
permitted (for devices in the band 5725-5825 MHz) to comply with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non
point-to-point operation as appropriate, as stated below:
• For the band 5725-5825 MHz, the maximum conducted output power shall not exceed 1.0 W or 17 + 10 log10 B,
dBm, whichever power is less. The power spectral density shall not exceed 17 dBm in any 1.0 MHz band. The
maximum e.i.r.p. shall not exceed 4.0 W or 23 + 10 log10 B, dBm, whichever power is less. B is the 99% emission
bandwidth in MHz.
• Fixed point-to-point systems for this band are permitted to have an e.i.r.p. greater than 4 W, provided that the higher
e.i.r.p. is achieved by employing higher gain antennas, but not higher transmitter output powers. Point-to-multipoint
systems, omni-directional applications and multiple co-located transmitters transmitting the same information are
prohibited from exceeding 4 W e.i.r.p. However, remote stations of point-to-multipoint systems shall be permitted to
operate at greater than 4 W e.i.r.p, under the same conditions as for point-to-point systems.

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Warnings and Advisories
WARNING
When used in Norway, Finland, or Sweden, this equipment must be installed in a restricted access
location.
Wenn sie in Norwegen, in Finnland oder in Schweden verwendet wird, muss diese Ausrüstung in eine
eingeschränkte Zugangsposition angebracht werden.
CAUTION
Before installing and operating this equipment, read all safety, installation and operating sections.
Retain this manual for future reference. Follow all instructions - failure to do so may result in damage
to the unit or severe personal injury.
Avant d'installer ou de faire fonctionner cet équipement, lire toutes les sections sur la sécurité,
l'installation et l’utilisation. Conserver ce manuel pour consultation future.Suivre toutes les
instructions, sinon vous risquez d'endommager l’appareil ou de vous blesser gravement.
Lesen Sie bitte vor Installation und Bedienung dieses Gerätes alle Abschnitte zur Sicherheit, Installation
und Bedienung. Heben Sie die Bedienungsanleitung zum späteren Nachschlagen auf.
CAUTION
Servicing should not be attempted by the user. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all
servicing to factory qualified personnel.
L’utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de faire l’entretien. Il n’y a pas de pièces utilisables par l’utilisateur à
l’intérieur. S’adresser au personnel compétent de l’usine pour tout entretien
Wartungsarbeiten sollten nicht durch den Nutzer erfolgen. Im Gerät gibt es keine Teile, die vom Nutzer
gewartet werden können. Alle Wartungsarbeiten müssen von betrieblich qualifiziertem Personal
durchgeführt werden.
CAUTION
To comply with RF exposure requirements, the integrated antenna or any external antenna which is
connected to an OBR5000B requires a minimum distance of 1.5 meters between it and all persons.
Vorsicht: Gemäß den RF-Anforderungen muss der Abstand zwischen der integrierten Antenne oder
einer externen Antenne, die an eine OBR5000B angeschlossen ist, und Personen mindestens 1,5 Meter
betragen.

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Getting Support
Finding Related Documentation
The user manuals for the VistaMAX series of products may be downloaded from our FTP site as follows:
Step 1 Using a web browser, visit https://postoffice.vecima.com
NOTE
If your Web certificate is invalid or expired, you might need to add an exemption to the certificate or
upgrade your Java Runtime Environment (JRE) software.
Step 2 Select 103 from the ‘Jump to Download Area’ drop menu and click on ‘Go!’
Step 3 Enter the Username as vistamax and the Password as vistamax
Step 4 Download the required file(s)
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Technical Support:
For technical support, contact the Wireless Engineering Application Support (WAES) group:
•Online VistaMAX® E-Ticket Technical Support
• Email: [email protected]
• Tel: [phone], press "72" for VistaMAX® product support
Warranty Support
• Email: [email protected]
• Tel: [phone], press "2" for technical support

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
The VistaMAX OBR5000B is a WiMAX / IEEE 802.16-2004 base station that offers a single box solution for WiMAX
applications in the 5725 to 5875 MHz band. The OBR5000B is designed for outdoor use and is contained in a
weatherproof sealed housing.
The OBR5000B offers a direct bridged 100BaseT Ethernet connection to the base station network. The only equipment
required inside the base station premises is an Ethernet switch with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, such as
provided by Vecima Networks VPN100014+ or the WES800, to supply power and provide Ethernet connectivity.
Optional Antennas
Vecima recommends the following external antennas to use with the OBR5000B
CAUTION
The installer must ensure that the transmission power output is below the mandated FCC limit. That is,
the transmission power minus the cable loss and antenna gain must result in an equivalent isotropically
radiated power (EIRP) below 4W or 36 dBm. When using Vecima or Vecima recommended antennas, the
transmit power output will be below this limit.
1.2 OBR5000B Features and Benefits
• 802.16-2004 OFDM Compliant PHY & MAC – standards based radio.
• Time Division Duplexing (TDD) – maximum spectrum efficiency and lowest cost
• Fast adaptive modulation – convenient single cable connection
• Integrated GPS timing – automatic base station synchronization
• Integrated multi-strike lightning protection – reduced downtime and maintenance costs
• Several management/monitoring interface – flexible operation and control
• SNMP (WiMAX forum MIBs and Vecima extensions
• Built-in HTTPS web server
• Syslog
Antenna Type Specifications Vecima Recommendation
60 18 dBi gain Radio Waves Sector Antenna
90 17 dBi gain
Vertical or horizontal polarization
Radio Waves Sector Antennas:
SEC-5V-90-17
SEC-5H-90-17
Omni 12 dBi gain
Vertical polarization
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1.3 Specifications
Item Specification
RF Frequency 5725 to 5825 MHz (FCC version)
5725 to 5875 MHz (CE Version)
5725 to 5825 MHz (IC Version)
RF Frequency Step Size 250 kHz
Duplexing Mode TDD
Channel Bandwidth 10 MHz
Modulation Types IEEE 802.16-2004, OFDM256, burst by burst adaptive
BPSK-1/2
QPSK-1/2, QPSK-3/4
16QAM-1/2, 16QAM-3/4
64QAM-2/3, 64QAM-3/4
Maximum Rated Power FCC compliant equipment:
– +36 dBm EIRP for 60º antenna
– +35 dBm EIRP for 90º antenna
– +30 dBm EIRP for omnidirectional antenna
Industry Canada compliant equipment:
– +36 dBm EIRP for 60º antenna
– +35 dBm EIRP for 90º antenna
– +30 dBm EIRP for omnidirectional antenna
European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) compliant equipment:
– levels are country specific
Output Power +18 dBm
Output Power Control Range 10 dB
Spectral Mask Compliance Industry Canada RSS-192
ETSI EN 301 021 v1.6.1
Minimum Sensitivity -88.5 dBm for 10 MHz channel
Antenna Options 18 dBi, 60º
17 dBi, 90º
12 dBi, omnidirectional

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2.0 Installation
CAUTION
Install the OBR5000B in accordance with all local codes for installing outdoor communication
equipment.
2.1 Unpacking the Unit
Carefully remove the equipment form the packing material and set it on a solid surface, such as a table or desk. If it
appears damaged in any way, notify the carrier and keep all packing materials for inspection by the carrier’s agent.
2.2 Mounting the OBR5000B
The following hardware is included in the box for mounting the OBR5000B to the pole:
The Chassis Bracket and Elevation Adjustment Bracket come pre-installed on the OBR5000B chassis.
• Qty. 1 x Chassis Bracket • Qty. 4 x Split Lock Washer
• Qty. 1 x Elevation Adjustment Bracket • Qty. 4 x Bolts
• Qty. 1 x Pole Catch Bracket • Qty. 4 x Flat Washer
• Qty. 4 x 6 inch Carriage Bolts • Qty. 4 x Nylon Washer
• Qty. 8 x Nuts

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Figure 2-1 OBR5000B Pole Mounting Hardware
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Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3 describe the steps necessary to prepare the OBR5000B for pole mounting.
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After preparing the OBR5000B for pole mounting, hold the OBR5000B against the pole at the desired height then place
the Pole Catch Bracket onto the opposite side as shown in Figure 2-4. Fasten a lock washer and nut onto all four
carriage bolts and tighten until the OBR5000B is suitably secured in place.
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Once the OBR5000B is mounted to the pole, the elevation angle may be adjusted as necessary and the unit may be
connected to the network via a CAT5E cable with a standard RJ45 connector on one end and a special Molex®
backshell with RJ45 connector on the other end.
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2.3 Attaching the External Antenna
The OBR5000B is equipped with two type N connectors (female) at the bottom of the housing where a user can attach
one or two optional external antennas. Only one antenna can be active at a time and the user sets the active antenna
through the web-based interface (see 3.5 Configuring the Radio, on page 7). The active antenna can have either
horizontal or vertical polarization.
Properly terminate unused ports by inserting the Vecima N type terminator that was included with the original OBR5000
packaging (part number JMNTERM-03).
Figure 2-6 N Connectors for External Antennas
Attach one of the following types of antennas:
• 60º sectorized group for both horizontal and vertical polarization; one antenna for each port
• 90º sectorized group for both vertical and horizontal polarization; one antenna for each port
• Single antenna with omnidirectional polarization
CAUTION
When using the omnidirectional antenna, the user is responsible to properly terminate and
weatherproof the unused port.
NOTE
Vecima does not provide an external antenna. Consult with the Application Engineering Support at Vecima
Networks to decide which antenna to use.
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2.3.1 Water Proof the Connection
Wrapping the antenna connection with sealing tape keeps the connection tight and protects against moisture.
To water proof the connection follow these steps:
Step 1 Use a section of rubber sealing tape. Starting at the OBR5000B end, stretch the tape and wrap it around
the connector as close as possible to the body of the OBR5000B. Overlap the tape by approximately one-
half of its width so that it can form a seal with itself. Extend the wrapping to approximately one-inch past the
end of the connector.
Figure 2-7 Apply Rubber Sealing Tape
Step 2 Cover the sealing tape with electrical tape. Start approximately one inch further down the cable, and stretch
the tape, overlapping by one-half. Wrap to the OBR5000B end, then without breaking the tape, wrap back
down to the cable end.
Figure 2-8 Water Proofed Connection
2.3.1 Wasserschutz und Zugentlastung
Dies bietet Schutz vor Feuchtigkeit und stellt sicher, dass die Anschlüsse dicht sind.
Um die wasserdicht zu machen, führen Sie folgende Schritte aus:
Step 1 Verwenden Sie ein langes Dichtungsgummiband. Wickeln Sie das Band so nahe an der OBR5000B wie
möglich straff um den Anschluss. Überlappen Sie das Band mit seiner halben Breite, um die Dichtung
sicherzustellen. Wickeln Sie das Band bis ca. 2,5 cm nach dem Anschlussende.
Abbildung 2-9: Anbringen des Dichtungsgummibands
Step 2 Bedecken Sie das Dichtungsband mit Isolierband. Beginnen Sie ca. 2,5 cm weiter unten am Kabel und
überlappen Sie das Band mit seiner halben Breite. Wickeln Sie das Band gegen die OBR5000B und wieder
zurück zum Kabelende, ohne dieses abzureißen.
Abbildung 2-10: Wasserdichter Anschluss Isolierbandabdeckung