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X-1200 Intelligent Wireless Backhaul System
Installation Guide
Release 1.0
Issue 01 D1
April 2014

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  • Page 1 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 Intelligent Wireless Backhaul System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Issue 01 D1 April 2014...
  • Page 2 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Revision History Date Issue Reason for Issue August 2013 Early Availability January 2014 Final Document April 2014 1.0 D1 Label Update (Approvals); Compliance update including Antenna Contact Information: BLiNQ Networks Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table of Contents Important Safety and Service Notices ..................1 Safety Warnings ..........................1 Important Service and Warranty Information ................1 Overvoltage (Lightning/Surge) Protection ..................2 System Description ........................4 Flowchart: Installation Process Overview ..................7 Required Installation Items ......................8...
  • Page 4 Using the BSI Feature and Adjusting the Module ............... 46 System and Network Provisioning ..................... 51 10 Appendix ..........................52 10.1 BLiNQ Wireless Devices and RF Safety/Les appareils sans fil BLiNQ et la sécurité RF....52 10.2 Equipment Compliance ....................... 54 10.2.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notices ............
  • Page 5 Table 2 Required Items for Hub Module Installation ....................8 Table 3 Required Items for Remote Backhaul Module Installation ................9 Table 4 Summary of Required Installation Tools (Not Provided by BLiNQ Networks) ..........9 Table 5 Recommended Torque Values for Self-Tapping Bolts ................... 15 Table 6 Recommended Torque Values for U-Bolt or V-Clamp Bolts .................
  • Page 6 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank. Confidential - Restricted Use and Duplication Page vi Issue 01 D1...

  • Page 7: Important Safety And Service Notices

    Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify any part of the X-1200 system, as this action will void the warranty. Be sure to do the following upon unpacking the X-1200 system modules. For each Hub Module (HM) and Remote Backhaul Module (RBM) in your system: ...

  • Page 8: Overvoltage (Lightning/Surge) Protection

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Figure 1 Module Casing Labels 1.3 Overvoltage (Lightning/Surge) Protection A qualified professional installer should install the wireless equipment. The installer must follow local and national codes for electrical grounding and safety. Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use of non-standard practices and procedures could result in personal injury and damage to equipment.
  • Page 9 X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 The X-1200 system is designed with consideration for resistance to the effects of lightning on the access point electronics. When installing a lightning/surge arrestor for your system installation, observe the following general industry practices: ...

  • Page 10: System Description

    Mitigating interference and enhancing signal reliability maximizes system performance. The X-1200 system delivers 11 bps/Hz spectral efficiency. The system is designed for use in multiple applications that include small cell mobile backhaul, optical fiber cable extension and enterprise data backhaul services by providing up to 400 Mbps of throughput in dual 2x20 MHz channels.

  • Page 11: Figure 2 Hub Module

    Radio: FCC Part 90z, RSS 197 Safety: UL/CSA 60950-1,-22 The X-1200 system operates in licensed Time Division Duplexing (TDD) bands including 3.65-3.70 GHz, 3.40-3.60 GHz, 2.50-2.69 GHz bands in both Point-to-Point (PTP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PMP) configurations. Additionally, the X-1200, when configured for dual-carrier mode, operates in unlicensed frequency bands including 5.47-5.875 GHz bands.
  • Page 12 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 The X-1200 system has a small, all-outdoor, zero-footprint form factor that can be easily deployed unobtrusively on towers, poles, building sidewalls or rooftops. It consists of the following modules:  ...

  • Page 13: Flowchart: Installation Process Overview

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 3 Flowchart: Installation Process Overview To get started quickly, follow the process below. For more details, click on the chapter/section title. Installing the Important Installing Installing System and Required Site Remote...

  • Page 14: Required Installation Items

    4 Required Installation Items Table 2 lists the items required to install the X-1200 Hub Module (HM). Table 3 lists the items required to install the X-1200 Remote Backhaul Module (RBM). Table 4 lists the tools required to install the X-1200 system modules.

  • Page 15: Table 3 Required Items For Remote Backhaul Module Installation

    *Sold as a separate line item by BLiNQ Networks. Table 4 Summary of Required Installation Tools (Not Provided by BLiNQ Networks) Description Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets...
  • Page 16 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Description Metric 7mm nut driver (socket) for the power supply mounting nuts Metric 8mm nut driver (socket) for Beam Steering Antenna studs mounting to bracket Confidential - Restricted Use and Duplication...

  • Page 17: Site Preparation

    This section requires use of the BLiNQ X-1200 WebUI. The X-1200 WebUI is the configuration tool for use with X-1200 HMs and RBMs. It is a standard web application that runs directly on the X-1200 equipment through the default port for HTTP (that is, port 80), and is accessible at URL http://<IP of the node>.
  • Page 18  System Identification (including Name, Location, Contact, Description)  Ethernet Port Configuration  Management Interface IP Address For more information, refer to the X-1200 System User Guide. 4. Using the X-1200 WebUI for RBMs: a. Verify the configuration settings on each RBM and update if necessary.

  • Page 19: Installing The Modules (General)

    Before performing any of the tasks in this chapter, read the safety warnings and service notices in Chapter 1, “Important Safety and Service Notices”. The system requires one person to properly and safely install the X-1200 system modules.  Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.

  • Page 20: Equipment Distance And Orientation

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 6.2 Equipment Distance and Orientation 6.2.1 Hub Modules Locate the Hub Module (HM) with as much distance as possible from other transmitting equipment. The installer must mount the Beam Steering Antenna on the HM, as it can not be remotely mounted.

  • Page 21: Figure 4 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Orientation Cut-out (Up) Self-Tapping Bolts Figure 4 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Table 5 Recommended Torque Values for Self-Tapping Bolts Item Description Torque Note Self-tapping bolts (x2) 27.1Nm or 20lbf-ft — To attach the two pole clamps to the pole/wall mount bracket, refer to Figure 5 and follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 22: Mounting With U- Or V-Clamps

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 6.3.2 Mounting with U- or V-Clamps Use the U- or V-clamps for pole diameters up to 4 in./10 cm. If the pole is larger, see Section 6.3.3, “Mounting with Steel Straps”.

  • Page 23: Mounting With Steel Straps

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Top View Figure 6 Attaching Assembled Pole/Wall Mount Bracket to Pole with U-Clamp or V-Clamp 6.3.3 Mounting with Steel Straps Use steel straps to mount the modules onto poles with diameters 3.5in./9 cm or larger. If the pole has a smaller diameter, see previous mounting methods.

  • Page 24: Mounting Onto A Wall

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Top View Figure 7 Attaching Assemble Pole/Wall Mount Bracket to Pole with Straps 6.3.4 Mounting onto a Wall The pole/wall mounting bracket has four wall-mounting holes that you use to mount the HM or RBM directly onto a wall.

  • Page 25: Assembling The Module Brackets

    Attach Elevation Bracket Required parts and tools:  Elevation bracket and associated hardware from X-1200 Module Installation Kit (Figure 9, “Elevation Bracket and Associated Hardware”)  Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets ...

  • Page 26: Figure 9 Elevation Bracket And Associated Hardware

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Elevation Bracket Bolts and Washers Orientation Cut-out (Up) Figure 9 Elevation Bracket and Associated Hardware Elevation Bracket Figure 10 Elevation Bracket Mounting Position Table 7 Recommended Torque Values for Elevation Bracket Bolts...

  • Page 27: Attach Azimuth Bracket

    Attach Azimuth Bracket Required parts and tools:  Azimuth bracket and associated hardware from X-1200 Module Installation Kit (See Figure 12, “Azimuth Bracket and Associated Hardware”)  Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets ...

  • Page 28: Figure 13 Attaching Azimuth Bracket To Elevation Bracket On Module

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table 8 Recommended Torque Values for Azimuth Bracket Bolts Item Description Torque Note Azimuth bracket bolts (x4) 16.3Nm or 12lbf-ft — The Azimuth bracket allows for an adjustment range of +/- 15 degrees from the pole axis. The module is pivoting on a set of two vertical bolts and locked in place by another two.

  • Page 29: Installing The Power Supply Unit (Optional)

    Figure 14 PSU Mounting Bracket Required parts and tools:  Power Supply Unit (PSU) bracket and associated hardware from X-1200 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Installation Kit  Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets ...

  • Page 30: Installing The Power Supply Unit

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 5. Use the torque wrench to evenly tighten down the two bolts and finish the installation of the power supply bracket to the module (do not over tighten). Follow the Torque setting from Table 9, “Recommended Torque Values for PSU Bracket Bolts”.

  • Page 31: Figure 17 Psu Bracket Psu Mounting Studs

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table 10 Recommended Torque Values for PSU Bolts Item Description Torque Note Mount the PSU to the four (4) mounting Power supply nuts (M4x4) 2.7Nm or 2lbf-ft holes on the PSU bracket.

  • Page 32: Installing The Module Onto A Mounting Bracket

    4. Using the DC connector on the end of the PSU DC power cable, connect the -48 Vdc power supply cable to the X-1200 module DC power port. Provide a small loop in the DC power cable at the bottom of the X-1200 to allow for movement.

  • Page 33: Figure 21 Unit Installed Onto The Pole/Wall Mount Bracket

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table 11 Recommended Torque Values for Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Locknuts Item Description Torque Note Pole/wall mount bracket locknuts (x3) 16.3Nm or 12lbf-ft — To install the HM or RBM onto the mounted pole/wall mount bracket, refer to Figure 21, “Unit Installed onto the Pole/Wall Mount Bracket”...

  • Page 34: Grounding And Overvoltage Protection Instructions

    6.7 Grounding and Overvoltage Protection Instructions Ensure that you externally ground the X-1200 system modules. Two (2) grounding screws with a two- hole lug are provided on the side of the module enclosure for this purpose. Connect the ground lug to the main ground to safeguard against possible lightning strikes.

  • Page 35: Installing The Lightning/Surge Arrestor

    6.7.2 Installing the Lightning/Surge Arrestor To install a lightning/surge arrester (sold separately by BLiNQ Networks), follow these general steps: 1. Mount the arrester close to the entry of the building if the signals are entering a building. Mount the unit with the strain reliefs facing the ground, as shown in Figure 23, “Wiring of Lightning/Surge Arrester (Sold by BLiNQ Networks)”.
  • Page 36 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0  Green  Green/White  Brown  Brown/White 6. Secure and seat the conductors to the pin strip terminals by gently but firmly pressing them into place with the terminal blocks removed in step 4. Gently pull the terminal blocks off again when done.

  • Page 37: Connecting To Dc Power

    -48 Vdc. See Section 6.5, “Installing the Power Supply Unit (Optional)” for more information. BLiNQ Networks provides a 10 m (32.9 ft), 20 m (65.7 ft), or 40 m (131.2 ft) DC power cable (as applicable for the installation site) with both the HM and RBM. One end of the cable comes equipped with a DC power connector, while the other end comes terminated with no stripping of either the external sheathing or any of the internal wires.
  • Page 38 X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0  The X-1200 equipment must be externally grounded using a customer-supplied ground wire before power is applied. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain whether suitable grounding is available.

  • Page 39: Verifying Basic Installation

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 6.9 Verifying Basic Installation On connection of DC power to the HM or RBM, verify its operational state by checking the LED located on the bottom of the unit. As the HM or RBM starts up, the LED runs through the states shown in Figure 24, “HM and RBM LED States”.

  • Page 40: Connecting To The Ethernet Backhaul Network

    1. Unscrew the cable gland from the module, if not shipped separately. The cable gland consists of the body (screws into the X-1200 unit (M25 thread)), the RJ45 seal and the seal compression cover. Confidential - Restricted Use and Duplication...

  • Page 41: Figure 26 Ethernet Connector Assembly - Separated

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Gland Body Seal Compression Cover Ethernet Cable RJ45 Seal Figure 26 Ethernet Connector Assembly - Separated 2. To properly pass the Ethernet cable and the RJ45 connector through the environmental housing: Insert the RJ45 cable into the seal compression cover, the seal and then the gland body.

  • Page 42: Connecting To The Sfp Port

    6.11 Cable Management For all modules, BLiNQ Networks highly recommends that you manage the cables, in some locations this is referred to as dressing the cable. The following method is a general recommendation; each installation has variations, so depending on the installation, manage the cables as per the policies and procedures suitable for your location.

  • Page 43: Figure 27 Module Cable Management

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 4. Add a drip loop to the cabling. Cable Tie Wrap Cable Tie Ground Wrap Cable Ground Cable Drip Loop Module with PSU Module without PSU Figure 27 Module Cable Management 5.

  • Page 44: Installing The Hub Module

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 7 Installing the Hub Module Refer to Chapter 6, “Installing the Modules (General)” and perform these steps to properly install the Hub Module (HM). Typically, the factory installs most of the components on to the module; however these instructions are for when the module requires field assembly.

  • Page 45: Figure 29 Hm Horizontal Plane Adjustment Via Azimuth Bracket

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table 13 Recommended Torque Values for HM Bracket Bolts Item Description Torque Note Pole/wall mount bracket locknuts (x3) 16.3Nm or 12lbf-ft — Azimuth bracket bolts (x4) 16.3Nm or 12lbf-ft — Elevation bracket bolts (x4) 10.8Nm or 8lbf-ft...

  • Page 46: Figure 31 Hm Theta Adjustment Via Elevation Bracket Mounting Holes

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 7. As a final adjustment to the HM on its mount, gently tilt the unit slightly to the left and then to the right on its elevation bracket axis (theta), if necessary for proper orientation.

  • Page 47: Assembling The Beam Steering Antenna (If Required)

     Down-tilt Hub integral mounting bracket  Four (4) ¼ in. bolts and washers for mounting bracket to X-1200 HM  Four (4) locking nuts (to fit flat head M5 X 0.8mm posts) to mount bracket to Beam Steering Antenna ...

  • Page 48: Mounting The Antenna Assembly On To Hm

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 Table 14 Recommended Torque Values for Antenna Bracket Nuts Item Description Torque Note Antenna bracket nuts (x4) 10.8Nm or 8lbf-ft Mount the antenna bracket on the antenna To attach the Beam Steering Antenna to the Beam Steering Antenna mounting bracket: 1.

  • Page 49: Figure 34 Hub Module Antenna Mounting Holes

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 To attach the Beam Steering Antenna and antenna bracket assembly onto the HM, refer to Figure 34, “Hub Module Antenna Mounting Holes” and follow these steps: 1. Place the antenna bracket assembly on the top of the HM. Align the two bolt holes on each side of the bracket with the two (2) holes on each side of the HM.

  • Page 50: Connections For Antenna And Hub

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 7.2.3 Connections for Antenna and Hub To finalize the installation of the Beam Steering Antenna to the Hub module, connect the associated cables:  One (1) x control cable assembly ...
  • Page 51 Hub Module (HM) and the Beam Steering Antenna, follow these steps: 1. Connect the SPI cable from the Beam Steering Antenna SPI Connector to the X-1200 hub module SPI Connector. Thread the connector from one end of the SPI cable onto the connector on the Beam Steering Antenna.

  • Page 52: Installing The Remote Backhaul Module

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 8 Installing the Remote Backhaul Module Refer to Chapter 6, “Installing the Modules (General)” and perform these steps to properly install the Remote Backhaul Module (RBM). Figure 38, “RBM Module Showing All Connectors” shows the RBM with all RBM connectors indicated.

  • Page 53: Table 17 Recommended Torque Values For Rbm Bracket Bolts

    3. Log on to the system. The default username and password are admin. 4. When initially configuring the RBM prior to installation, use the X-1200 WebUI to set the ‘Pointing Mode (BSI)’ button to ‘Enabled’ on the Setup > Radio Interface Page so that when the RBM restarts next with no Ethernet cable attached, it enters BSI mode.

  • Page 54: Figure 39 Rbm Horizontal Plane Adjustment Via Azimuth Bracket

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 scheduled maintenance or software upgrade activities, that in turn prevents the RBM from seeing its Ethernet connection, causing the RBM to enter BSI mode again. 5. Activate the Pointing Mode/BSI feature by powering up or resetting the RBM, making sure that the Ethernet cable (if connected to the RBM) is not connected at the other end.

  • Page 55: Figure 41 Rbm Theta Adjustment Via Elevation Bracket Mounting Holes

    50 cm (19.7 in.) away from the unit. 15. Use the X-1200 WebUI to set the ‘Pointing Mode (BSI)’ button to ‘Disabled’ on the Setup > Radio Interface Page. If needed, refer to steps 2 and 3 of this procedure.
  • Page 56 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 This prevents the RBM from entering BSI mode again while up on its mount due to, for example, a power outage, scheduled maintenance or software upgrade activities, which in turn prevents the RBM from seeing its Ethernet connection, causing the RBM to enter BSI mode again (if was still set to ‘Enabled’).

  • Page 57: System And Network Provisioning

    Release 1.0 9 System and Network Provisioning Once the mounting and installation of the X-1200 system modules is complete and their operational states have been verified as normal, perform the tasks described in the chapter “System Provisioning” of the X-1200 System User Guide, as applicable for your network.

  • Page 58: Appendix

    Hub Module (HM) antennas or the Remote Backhaul Modules (RBMs) internal antennas.  Do not install the X-1200 system in a location where it is possible for people to stand or walk inadvertently in front of an antenna. Antenna Statement:...
  • Page 59 énergies RF. Avant de vendre tout appareil de réseau sans fil au public, BLiNQ Networks présente ses appareils au FCC et à Industrie Canada pour l'évaluation de l'exposition maximale admissible. Ces études doivent démontrer que l'appareil est conforme aux limites réglementaires acceptées pour les émissions RF,...

  • Page 60: Equipment Compliance

    10.2.3 Bonded Network The X-1200 modules are suitable for installation as part of a Common Bonded Network (CBN). The Common Bonded Network (CBN) refers to the metallic bond that forms within a building, by deliberate or incidental connections, that offers the means for effective bonding and grounding within the building.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting Guide

    10.3 Troubleshooting Guide Table 18, “X-1200 System Troubleshooting Guide” provides helpful hints and solutions for troubleshooting the X-1200 system. Table 18 X-1200 System Troubleshooting Guide...
  • Page 62 RBM may be in BSI mode The BSI feature times out after 30 minutes. Connect to the ping over the air RBM over the air through the X-1200 WebUI and disable the BSI feature. Link is down From the HM, verify that the RBM is connected. If it is, verify that the IP address assigned to the RBM is correct.

  • Page 63: List Of Acronyms

    BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 10.4 List of Acronyms Table 19 List of Acronyms American Wire Gauge Best Effort Best Signal Indicator B-SON Backhaul – Self-Organizing Network Common Bonded Network CINR Carrier to Interference plus Noise Ratio...
  • Page 64 BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0 OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Operating System Personal Computer Pan Head Physical Layer Point-to-Multipoint Point-to-Point Power Supply Unit Quadrature Amplitude Modulation Quality of Service Remote Backhaul Module Radio Frequency RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication...

  • Page 65: Confidential - Restricted Use And Duplication

    Except as expressly authorized in writing by BLiNQ Networks Inc., the holder is granted no rights to use the information contained herein.

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