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PS51080 Public Safety Repeater
User’s Guide

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DISCLAIMER
All information and statements contained herein are accurate to the best of Westell Technologies knowledge. Westell
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products described herein or the infringement by such products of any property rights of any persons. Use or
application of such information or statements is at the users’ sole risk, without any liability on the part of Westell.
Nothing herein shall be construed as license or recommendation for use, which infringes upon any propriety rights
of any person. Product material and specifications are subject to change without notice. Westell standard terms of
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Purpose...................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Scope.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Audience ................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Document Organization ..................................................................................................................................................................................7
References.............................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Document Conventions ...................................................................................................................................................................................8
Safety Notices ......................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Technical Support...............................................................................................................................................................................................9
Acronyms and Abbreviations.........................................................................................................................................................................9
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements......................................................................................................................................9
1General Information...............................................................................................................................................10
1.1 Document Purpose and Intended Users................................................................................................................................. 10
1.2 Application.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Product Registration Information......................................................................................................................................... 10
1.3 Safety Guidelines.............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
1.3.1 Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................ 12
1.4 FCC Part 90 Signal Boosters......................................................................................................................................................... 12
2Product Overview ...................................................................................................................................................13
2.1 Product Information........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
2.2 Product Features .............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.3 Included Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.4 Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3Product Specification.............................................................................................................................................15
3.1 RF Specifications............................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Power Specifications....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Mechanical Specifications............................................................................................................................................................. 16
3.4 Environmental Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.5 GUI Items............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
3.6 Alarm Status....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.7 Alarm Relay......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4Product Appearance...............................................................................................................................................20
4.1 External Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................... 20
5Installation Guidelines ...........................................................................................................................................21

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5.1 Important Installation Guidelines .............................................................................................................................................. 21
5.2 Donor Antenna Installation Guidelines ................................................................................................................................... 22
5.3 Indoor Antenna Installation Guidelines................................................................................................................................... 22
5.4 Mounting the Repeater ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
5.5 Verifying the Physical System Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 24
5.6 Controlling the Repeater............................................................................................................................................................... 24
5.7 Connecting to the Alarm Relay Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 25
5.8 Connecting the Power Cable....................................................................................................................................................... 27
6Software Installation..............................................................................................................................................41
6.1 Upgrading the Firmware ............................................................................................................................................................... 44
7System Operation ...................................................................................................................................................29
7.1 Operating the Program ................................................................................................................................................................. 29
7.2Status .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
7.3 Control.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Appendix A Important Product Information.......................................................................................................48
A.1 Registration Number ...................................................................................................................................................................... 48
A.2 Internal Power Supply .................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Appendix B Acronyms and Abbreviations ...............................................................................................................49
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: Product Registration .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 4-1: External Product Configuration ............................................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 5-1: Repeater Mounting Bracket Mounted on Repeater Rear ............................................................................................. 23
Figure 5-2: Mounting Bracket with Mounting Screw Holes Highlighted in Red......................................................................... 23
Figure 5-3: Ethernet Cable ................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 5-4: Stripped Cable Conductors ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
Figure 5-5: Alarm Relay 9 Position D-Sub Connector............................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 5-6: Alarm Relay Cable Connected to Repeater......................................................................................................................... 26
Figure 5-7: Remove the Power Connector Cap........................................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 5-8: Connector Keys .............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Figure 5-9: Power Cable Connected to Repeater .................................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 5-10: Power Cable Connected to Repeater.................................................................................................................................. 28
Figure 6-1: Setup.exe file................................................................................................................................................................................... 41

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Figure 6-2: Navigate to the destination directory................................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 6-3: Click Next to Begin Installation................................................................................................................................................ 42
Figure 6-4: Installation Progress Window................................................................................................................................................... 42
Figure 6-5: Installation Complete................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 6-6: Firmware Upgrade Progress Window showing File Open tab .................................................................................... 44
Figure 6-7: Navigate to the New Software BIN File................................................................................................................................ 45
Figure 6-8: Firmware Version Check ............................................................................................................................................................. 45
Figure 6-9: File Upload Begins ........................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Figure 6-10: Upgrade Complete..................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 6-11: Verify New Software Version.................................................................................................................................................. 47
Figure 7-1: IP Settings......................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 7-2: Run the Software........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 7-3: Status Page (after clicking connect)....................................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 7-4: Status Mode Page......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 7-5: Control Mode Page ...................................................................................................................................................................... 36
LIST OF TABLES
Table P-1: Document Conventions...................................................................................................................................................................8
Table 2-1: Included Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Table 2-2: Optional Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Table 3-1: RF Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Table 3-2: Power Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Table 3-3: Mechanical Specifications............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Table 3-4: Environmental Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Table 3-5: GUI Items............................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Table 3-6: Alarm Status...................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Table 3-7: Alarm Relay........................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Table B-1: Acronyms and Abbreviations ..................................................................................................................................................... 49

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Preface
This Preface includes the following:
Purpose
Scope
Audience
Document Organization
References
Document Conventions
Safety Notices
Technical Support
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements
Purpose
This manual contains information and procedures for the operation of the Westell PS51080 Public Safety Repeater.
Changes that occur after the publishing date may be incorporated by a complete manual revision or as additions.
Scope
Reference this manual when there is a need to add enhanced signal capability to a new or existing system, to monitor
a system, make maintenance adjustments, or address alarms.
Audience
This manual is intended for installers and users who are familiar with similar types of equipment.

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Document Organization
This manual includes the following chapters:
Chapter 1: General Information –Outlines the document purpose and intended users, application,
product registration, safety guidelines, disclaimer and FCC Part 90.
Chapter 2: Product Overview –Provides product information, describes product features and lists
accessories.
Chapter 3: Product Specification –Provides tables containing RF, power, mechanical and environmental
specifications. Also provides information about GUI items, alarm status and alarm relay.
Chapter 4: Product Appearance –Provides physical specifications, photographs and information about
the external and internal repeater configuration.
Chapter 5: Installation Guidelines –Lists guidelines for installing the repeater and antennas.
Chapter 6: Software Installation –Outlines the steps required to install the software.
Chapter 7: System Operation –Describes product operation, including how to open the communication
port and describes the functions in the Status and Control pages.
Appendix A: Important Product Information –Provides the product registration number and internal
power supply information.
Appendix B: Acronyms and Abbreviations –A table of acronyms and abbreviations and definitions for
each.

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References
FCC Part 90
Document Conventions
Table P-1 lists the conventions used throughout this document.
Table P-1: Document Conventions
Convention
Description
DANGER!
Description of an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, may result in severe personal
injury or death. Before you work on equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with
electrical and RF circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
WARNING!
Description of an imminent hazard that, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or
serious equipment damage.
CAUTION
Description of a conditions or practice that could cause damage to equipment or
property. Communicates information that is crucial to preventing loss of data or damage
to hardware or software, and actions that could result in equipment failure.
IMPORTANT
Additional important information that the user must be aware of, but is not related to a
hazard.
NOTE
Additional information that is beneficial for the user to know, but is not related to a
hazard.
Bold
Bold text indicates an action or provides emphasis.
Click
Instructs the user to press the primary (typically left) mouse button while the pointer is
over the specified location.
Right-click
Instructs the user to press the secondary (typically right) mouse button while the pointer
is over the specified location.
Double-click
Instructs the user to press the primary (typically left) mouse button twice, rapidly, while the
pointer is over the specified location.
Select
Instructs the user to perform a selection on the screen by clicking an active object.
Enter
Instructs the user to type text using the keyboard.
>
Indicates a level in a menu. For example, Start>Programs prompts the user to click on
Start, then locate and click Programs under the Start menu.

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Safety Notices
This general safety information applies to both operating and service personnel. Specific warnings and cautions are
located in other parts of this manual where they apply and may not appear in this summary. Failure to comply with
these precautions or specific warnings elsewhere in the manual violates the safety standards of design, manufacture,
and intended use of equipment.
Westell assumes no liability for the customer’s or user’s failure to comply with these requirements:
Explosive atmospheres - To avoid explosion or fire, do not operate this product in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes.
Lightning danger - Do not install or make adjustments to this unit during an electrical storm.
WARNING!
Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by Westell can void your
authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission’s
rules.
Technical Support
If you suspect a malfunction with this product or have a technical question, call your dealer or the Westell Support
Line at: [phone], Toll Free (USA) 1-877-844-4274, press option 2, and then option 1. Westell Support can also
be reached via email at IBWsuppo[email protected].
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Refer to Appendix B for definitions of the acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual.
Copyright and Trademark Acknowledgements
The following products are referred to in this manual:
is a registered trademark of Westell Technologies, Inc.

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1General Information
1.1 Document Purpose and Intended Users
The purpose of this document is to provide a step-by-step procedure to help experienced technicians or engineers
install and commission an in-building wireless enhancement system using Westell’s PS51080 Public Safety Repeater.
Follow the instructions in this guide to minimize risks associated with modifying a live system and preclude service
interruptions. This document assumes the technician or engineer understands the basic principles and functionality
involved with repeater and in-building systems. This guide has been written to address the practical concerns of the
installer.
1.2 Application
Use this guide whenever there is a need to add enhanced signal capability to an existing system or when a repeater
is included in a new installation.
1.2.1 Product Registration Information
The serial number is located on the label on the panel near the power connectors. Record this number in Figure 1-1.
Retain this manual, along with proof of purchase, to serve as a permanent record of your purchase.
Figure 1-1: Product Registration