605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Table Of Contents Introduction ........................4 Purpose .......................... 4 Targeted Audience ......................4 Referenced Documentation ....................4 Conventions ........................4 Warnings and Cautions ......................5 Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies ................5 Radio Interference ......................
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Attaching the Antenna RF Cable ..................34 Mounting the External Antenna ..................37 Replacing the Clip-On Antenna.................... 40 EasyST Smart Card ......................43 Resetting EasyST to Default Settings ................... 44 Troubleshooting........................ 45 Trademarks and Copyrights....................46 Contact Information ......................47 Revisions .........................
This section provides a preface by discussing the purpose, audience, organization, conventions, and customer support of this guide. Purpose This guide provides a description of the EasyST as well as step-by-step instructions for installing the EasyST. Targeted Audience This guide is intended for the end-user installing the EasyST. This device requires no professional installation.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies The EasyST (or the external antenna, if implemented) should be installed and operated from a minimum distance of 20 cm to your body. Radio Interference This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales asi como con otras disposiciones de la Directive 1999/5/EC. Greek: ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Airspan ∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Ο ΕΞΟΠΛΙΣΜΟΣ ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩ∆ΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ∆ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ Ο∆ΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ. Français: Cet appareil est conforme aux exigencies essentialles et aux autres dispositions pertinantes de la Directive 1999/5/EC.
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Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity related to this product can be obtained from product_management@Airspan.com...
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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.
(or mounting it to a wall when using an external antenna. Easy-to-read radio signal strength LED indicators on the EasyST's top panel enable the end user to position the device in the optimum location, ensuring service availability and reliability, while increasing service speed and reducing network load.
System Overview EasyST Frequency Ranges The table below lists the frequency range of EasyST models currently available. This table will grow as more models become available. Frequency Band Channel Bandwidth 1.4265 – 1.524 in GHz TDD mode 1.75 MHz 3.5 MHz 5 MHz 3.3 –...
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Clip-on antenna containing four 90-degree, high-gain directional antennas providing 360 degree coverage (EasyST selects antenna with best RF reception) -- self pointing for easy setup by untrained subscriber Provides signal strength LEDs for quick and simple alignment with provider's base station...
(110/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), supplying the EasyST with 6 VDC power The EasyST provides a fast and easy mounting method by allowing you to simply place it on a desktop/table. However, if an external antenna is used, the EasyST can alternatively be mounted on a wall.
The EasyST is available in three optional deployment models: EasyST with clip-on antenna containing four high-gain, integrated flat panel, 90-degree directional antennas, providing 360 degree coverage. EasyST selects the antenna with best RF reception with the BS by using the 6-pin Antenna Controller.
System Overview Note: EasyST uses the antenna switch to select one of the four 90-degree antennas of the clip-on antenna. The antenna switch is not used in deployments in which the external window-mount antenna is implemented. EasyST Protocol Stack The figure below displays a block diagram of the EasyST's network architecture, designed as a...
For basic operation, the EasyST requires no initial configuration--simply plug and play. Configuration is automatically performed over the air by the BS. The EasyST is preconfigured by the operator at the BS (using Netspan) with service flow parameters such as the maximum information rate, the committed information rate, the maximum latency, and maximum jitter.
RJ-45 port). Required Tools Typically, the EasyST requires no tools for installation, except when you want to wall mount the unit. For wall-mounting, ensure that you have the following tools: Drill with a no. 6 twist drill bit...
Without clip-on antenna: 30 x 145 x 145 mm (1.18 x 5.7 x 5.7 inches) Weight: With clip-on antenna: 0.43 kg (approximate) Without clip-on antenna: 0.3 kg (approximate) Ports The EasyST provides various ports on its top, bottom, and side panels, as described in the table below: Panel Port Interface Side...
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Physical Description The EasyST ports located on the side and bottom panels are shown in the figure below:...
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I LEDs The EasyST provides LEDs for indicating the status of various operations. These LEDs are located on the EasyST's top panel for easy viewing, as shown in the figure below:...
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Physical Description The EasyST LEDs are described in the table below: Color Mode Status Description power Red EasyST receiving power No power received by EasyST Green 10/100BaseT network device (e.g. PC) correctly connected to EasyST Flashing Active LAN link (i.e. traffic flow)
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Professional Mode #1 Modulation Modulation LED #1 LED #2 LED #3 LED #4 LED #5 BPSK_1/2 QPSK_1/2 QPSK_3/4 16QAM-1/2 16QAM_3/4 64QAM_2/3 64QAM_3/4 Professional mode #2 RSSI Average RSSI Values (dBm) 5 Signal LEDs RSSI <...
Plug the other end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable into your computer's LAN port located at the back of your computer. The figure below illustrates the CAT 5 cable connection to the EasyST's RJ-45 port: The figure below illustrates the CAT 5 cable connection to the computer's LAN port:...
605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Connecting EasyST to Power EasyST is powered by an AC/DC power supply adapter which supplies the EasyST with 6 VDC (7 Watts). The AC/DC adapter is simply plugged into a standard electrical wall outlet (110/240 VAC;...
Before plugging the power cord into the electrical wall outlet, plug the AC/DC power adapter's power cable (i.e. DC power jack) into the EasyST's DC power socket. Plug the prongs of the AC/DC power adapter into the electrical wall outlet.
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Cabling Verifying Correct Cabling Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can verify that you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the following EasyST LEDs: Connection Color Correct Troubleshooting Status...
Vertically on a wall Desktop Mounting The EasyST can be simply placed horizontally on a desk/table (as shown in the figure below). The EasyST radio provides integrated rubber feet (pads) on the bottom panel. These rubber feet provide cushioning as well as insulation from static electricity.
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Mounting Note: Before mounting the unit, ensure that the RF cable of the window-mount external antenna is plugged into the EasyST's MCX connector and that the cover cap is fitted onto the EasyST, protecting the MCX connector. To wall mount the EasyST: On the wall, mark the position where you want to drill the two holes for the screws on to which the two mounting hooks will later by guided.
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To ensure a reliable, secure, and fast connection with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you need to place your EasyST in a position that provides the best RF reception with the ISP (i.e. base station). To help you locate the best position, EasyST provides you with a LED indicator that indicates the strength of the RF signal with your ISP.
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SNR indicates received signal strength relative to background noise. The ratio is usually measured in decibels (dB). Thus, the higher the SNR ratio, the better the communication. The table below describes the EasyST signal LEDs with regards to SNR values. Color...
This can cause irreversible damage to the device. To attach the external antenna's RF cable to the EasyST: If you had originally ordered the EasyST with a clip-on antenna, then you need to remove it; otherwise, skip to Step 2.
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Remove the plastic protector cap to expose the MCX female connector. Insert a flat-head screw driver (or any tool with a blunt, pointed edge), into the cable groove created by the cap and the EasyST, and then gently leverage the cap's guides out of the EasyST's cover pins.
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(supplied). Attach the plastic protector cap to the exposed area, by aligning the cap's two position cups with the EasyST's two position pins. Ensure that the cap's RF cable groove is aligned and flush with the RF cable and EasyST's RF cable groove.
Connecting the External Antenna Mounting the External Antenna The external antenna can be easily mounted in a vertical position on a window using the adhesive pads located on the side and front panels of the antenna. The antenna can be mounted in one of two orientations: Antenna's front panel (narrow edge) is mounted flat against the window (typical orientation)
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605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Mounting antenna on its front panel:...
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Connecting the External Antenna Mounting antenna on its side panel: Note: When mounted on its side panel, some loss in gain may be incurred. The figure below displays the antenna mounted on a window using the antenna's side panel.
REPLACING THE CLIP-ON ANTENNA The EasyST is supplied with the clip-on antenna already attached to the EasyST. However, in cases where you may have previously removed it to connect EasyST to an external window-mount antenna, you may want to discontinue using the external antenna and replace it with the clip-on antenna.
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Replacing the Clip-On Antenna Gently push the antenna down onto the EasyST so that the MCX and 6-pin connectors plug into their respective receptacles, and that the antenna's knob sits firmly into the EasyST's notch. For customers possessing EasyST models that implement a screw mechanism for securing the antenna to the EasyST, continue with the following steps: Flip the EasyST over so that its rear panel is visible.
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605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Using a Philips screwdriver, tighten the screw so that the antenna is firmly attached to the EasyST.
The EasyST is fully functional with or without the EasyST Smart Card. When the EasyST Smart Card is inserted the EasyST uses the parameters set in the card (overriding the NVRAM parameter settings). Otherwise it uses the parameters set in the EasyST's NVRAM.
RESETTING EASYST TO DEFAULT SETTINGS The EasyST allows you to apply factory default configuration settings to the EasyST. This is performed by pressing the LED button (located below the LED lights on the top panel) continuously for at least 10 seconds.
TROUBLESHOOTING Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can verify whether you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the EasyST LED status: Connection Color Correct Troubleshooting Status Power power If the power LED is off, recheck the power cabling and that power exists at the wall socket.
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Airspan assumes no responsibility regarding the use of the material. Additionally, Airspan makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding the contents of this product. Airspan Networks Inc. shall not be liable for any misuse regarding this product.
Antenna Selection Refer to the product User Guide for a list of Airspan Networks approved antennas. Antennas not listed in the User Guide are outside the scope of this Declaration. CAUTION: European Directive 1999/519/EC details basic restrictions and reference levels on human exposure to electromagnetic fields as advised by the ICNIRP.
The Electromagnetic fields generated by the Central Terminal antenna are below the recommended safe levels at all distances greater than 65 cm from an approved Airspan antenna. The safe distance from a non-approved antenna of length D and Sector Angle δ may be calculated using the formula: Safe distance, r = 36 / (π...
Any modifications to this device not expressly authorized by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this device. Responsible party for compliance is: David Mann, Airspan Networks Inc., Cambridge House, Oxford Rd, Uxbridge, Middlesex, England, UB8 1UN. Telephone (44) 1 895 467450. 1.8 Lightning Protection WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system.
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Warnings and Cautions - Install one RF lightning protector between the radio and antenna in series with the RF cable. - A lightning arrestor in series with the RF cable at the point of entry to the building. - Install a lightning arrestor in series with the IF cable at the transceiver on the tower/mast. - The AC wall outlet ground for the MacroMAX terminal must be connected to the same grounding system as the radio and antenna lightning protectors.
GLOSSARY BS: Base Station BWA: Broadband Wireless Access CID: Connection IDs CPE: Customer Premises Equipment (interchangeable with ST) dB: Decibel dBm: Power ratio in dB (decibel) of the measured power referenced to one milliwatt DL: Downlink FDD: Frequency Division Duplex FEC: Forward Error Correction GHz: Gigahertz H-FDD: Half-Duplex FDD...
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Glossary NLOS: Non line-of-sight radio propagation path ODU: Outdoor unit associated with an ST OFDM: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing PHY: The physical layer associated with the WiMAX interconnection stack POTS: Plain Old Telephone Service QAM: Quadrature Amplitude Modulation QoS: Quality of Service, which is used to specify level of data throughput QPSK: Quadrature Phase Shift Keying RF: Radio Frequency Rx: Receive...
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605-0000-701 EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Rev I Wi-Fi: Wireless Fidelity WiMAX: WiMAX is a wireless industry coalition whose members are organized to advance IEEE 802.16 standards for broadband wireless access (BWA) networks.
Dimensions ........... 18 Required Tools ........17 Resetting to Factory Defaults....44 External Antenna SNR for Alignment ......... 31 Attaching RF Cable to EasyST ....34 Mounting ........... 34 Theory of Operation ....... 10 Features ..........10 Wall Mounting ........28...
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