Zte MC7010CA User manual

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MC7010CA
Quick Start Guide

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View this label to get the default Password .
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Scan this QR code to download the Install Helper
application.

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LEGAL INFORMATION
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No part of this publication may be quoted, reproduced, translated or usedin any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without the prior written permission of
ZTE Corporation.
Notice
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this guide without prior notice.
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Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Version No.: R1.0

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Unpacking and Preparations
Before installing the device, make sure that all items listed in the packing list are present. If something
is missing or damaged, pleasecontact ZTE technical support.
Packing List
The MC7010CA ODU CPE
The Quick Start Guide
1 Cover plate kit: Anti-theft
screw*2,Screw anti-theft
removal wrench*1, one
CAT5E Network cable(for
connecting the device and the
POE adapter)
Mounting Kit:Metal bracket,
Backplane, Metal clamp,
M6 expansion bolts & M6
expansion spigots*4,M3
crosshead screws*5
1 POE adapter and AC Power
cord
1 RJ-45 Network cable (for
connecting the POE adapter
and PC/Router)

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Prepare the following accessories(not included):
Crosshead screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
Hammer drill
Marker pens
Installation Precautions
Do not install the device in the following directions:
Do not install the device with
the interface side facing
upwards.
Do not install the device
horizontally.
Do not install the device
tilted.
WARNING!
The device must be installed downwards and vertically. It is not recommended to install the device in other
directions(including but not limited to the above scenarios). ZTE is not liable for any problem caused by
the installation in other incorrect directions.
Do not install the device at a high position (lightning area).
The device must be placed in a well-ventilated environment for use. If possible, install the device
in a place with less direct sunlight, for example, in the shade. The device must not be installed at
the outlet of the exhaust pipe, or installed in a place where water passes through, for example, a
rain shed.
The device shall be installed in the position of the site survey design drawings and within the
protection range of 45°of the lightning rod. In high mountains and areas with heavy lightning (the
number of thunderstorm days per year exceeds 180), ensure that the device is within the
protection range of 30°of the lightning rod.
When the device is mounted on the wall, it should better be more than 1 m away from the
grounding cable of the lightning rod and more than 20 cm away from the lightning protection

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zone.
When installing the device against a pole, do not install a lightning rod on the pole. It is
recommended that an independent lightning rod be installed near the pole. If a lightning rod is
installed on the pole, it is recommended that the lightning rod be led out and grounded directly.
The mounting pole must be firm, cannot be shaken and must meet the wind-resistant
requirements (not less than level-10 wind speed).
The mounting pole should be vertical, and the vertical error should be less than ±2°.
Installation Modes
You can install the device in either of the following ways:
Install the device on a wall.
Install the device against a pole.
Requirements of Installation Space

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Recommended Installation Locations

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1.Installing the nano-SIM Card
Insert the nano-SIM card to the SIM card slot as shown.
WARNING!
Your device does not support(U)SIM cards,micro-SIM cards or any other non-standard SIM cards. To
avoid damage to the device, do not use those cards or any card holders.

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2.Installing the Network Cable
1. Connect the RJ45 to the network port on the MC7010CA while the two screws are also inserted
into the holes at the bottom of the device.
2. Push the cover plate upwards until it is secured, and use a screw anti-theft removal wrench to
install the cover plate on the device.
3. Reserve enough length of the network cable,and crimp the RJ45.

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3.Using Install Helper Application to Detect Position
Before installingthe MC7010CA, you can install the Install Helper applicationon your mobile phone
and connect to the device to detect the signal strength and help you detect and locate the installation
location.
NOTE:
View the label on this guide to get the link or QR cord to download the Install Helper application.
Powering on the MC7010CA
1. Connect the CAT5Enetwork cable which is from the MC7010CA to the network port(RJ45-2) on
the POE adapter.
2. Connect the power connector on the POE adapter to the socket.
Connecting to the MC7010CA
Before connecting to the device, make sure that you have installed the Install Helper application and
turn Bluetooth®on of your phone.
1. Open the app list and touchInstall Helper.
2. Touch CONNECT TO DEVICE and select MC7010CA.The Bluetooth of the device will turn on
automatically, and your phone automatically scans for and displays the IDs of all available
Bluetooth devices in range.
3. Touch the device you want to pair with.
4. Touch PAIR& CONNECT >PAIRto accept the connection.
5. Enter the password and touch OK to manage the device.
NOTE:
View the label onthis guideto get the default password.
Detecting and AdjustingInstallation Position
1. Move the device around the mounting wall/pole or try different positions and touch DETECT
POSITION.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to attach the device to your target position, and slowly move it
until it provides feedback.
NOTE:
The device does not support elevation angle adjustment. It only supports horizontal 180°
adjustment.
3. The signal strength at the current position is displayed(Perfect, Great, Good, Poor and

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Terrible).You can touch view details to view the network details.
When the device signal is detected, your phone automatically beeps. The louder the sound and
the stronger the vibration, the better the signal strength.
NOTE:
Touch FINISH to end the detection and select whether to save the current position if needed.
4. Continue the detection until the desired position is detected, and save or continue to adjust the
position as prompted.
Powering off the MC7010CA
After the installation position is determined,disconnect the POE adapter from the device.

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4.Installing Your Device
Installing the Device on a Wall
1. Mark the positions for drilling holes on the wall.
2. Firstly, use a 6mmpercussion drill to drill holes at the marked positions, and install four M6
expansionspigots.Secondly, use four M6 expansion bolts to fix the bracket to the wall.
CAUTION:
The screw hole of the bracketfaces upwards. Do not install the bracketupside
down.Otherwise,the screw cannot be installed later.

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3. Use fourM3 crosshead screws to install the backplaneon the device.
4. Firstly, fasten the backplane to the installed bracket through the upper and lower slots, and
align the hole on thebackplane with the hole on the bracket.Secondly, use one M3crosshead
screw to install the MC7010CA on the bracket.

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Installing the Device against a Pole
1. Use ascrewdriverto loosen the clamp and release the buckle.
2. Pass the clamp through the U-shape groove on the bracket to install the bracket against the
pole.
CAUTION:
The screw hole of the bracket faces upwards. Do not install the bracketupside
down.Otherwise,the screw cannot be installed later.
3. Adjust the clamp to the proper tightening position, press the buckle and use a screwdriver to
lock the clampto fix the bracket.

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4. Use four M3 crosshead screws to install
the backplane on the device.

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5. Firstly, fasten the backplane to the installed bracket through the upper and lower slots, and
align the hole on the backplane with the hole on the bracket. Secondly, use one M3crosshead
screw to install the MC7010CA on the bracket.
NOTE:
Before installing the device on the bracket, you can move the device horizontally and slowly on
the pole tofurther adjust the position if needed.

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5.Connecting the POE Adapter
1. Connect the CAT5Enetwork cable which is from the MC7010CA to the network port(RJ45-2) on
the POE adapter.
2. Connect the PC network port(RJ45-1) on the POE adapterto yourPC/IDU(router) with the
RJ-45 network cable.

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Installation Check
Device Installation:
The MC7010CA is installed firmly.
The network cables are installed firmly.
The cover plate on the device is installed.
The nano-SIM card is installed.
The network interface on the POE adapter is installed correctly.
CablesInstallation:
Verify that all cables are connected properly, cable connectors aresecure.
Cables should be laid in aclear and straight manner without crossing each other. There is no
obvious curve or slant. Cables do not hang in the air or cross each other.

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System Power-On
Powering on the device
Connect the power connector on the POE adapter to the socket. The POE adapter starts to supply
power to the MC7010CA. When the indicatorof the POE adapter and the POWER LEDof thedevice
turns green, the MC7010CAis correctly powered.
Preliminary Device Acceptance
1. Check indicator status.
2. Connect the device to a PC and log in to the configuration pageto view the device status.

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LED Behavior
When setting up the MC7010CA, the LED will have the following behavior.
NOTES:
•To avoid light pollution and save energy, indicators will be turned off after the device operates
normally for about 15 minutes. If indicators need to be solid on, you can change it‘s settings on
the MC7010CA configuration page.
•When a problem occurs, indicators will be automatically lighted up again to help you check the
device status. After the problem is resolved, indicators will be turned off immediately.
Indicator
Status
Description
POWER
On
Power is on and external power supply is working
normally.
Off
Power is off.
NETWORK
Red blinking
The device is in error status:
•The device isnot registered to the mobile network.
•There is no nano-SIM card inserted.
•There is no network service available.
Green on
The device isregistered or connected to the 5G
networkand data is being transferred.
Green blinking
The device isconnected or connected to the 3G/4G
LTE network and data is being transferred.
LAN
Green on
The LAN port is connected.
Green blinking
Data is being transferred.
Off
The LAN port is not connected.
SIGNAL
(Three
lights)
On
Three lights show the signal strength. More lightson
means better signals.
Off
There is no signal or no nano-SIM card is inserted.