´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL 1.1. LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS 1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS 1.3. PREAMBLE 1.4. LIST OF INTERNATIONAL SALES OFFICES FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 2.1. GENERAL 2.2. REPEATER DESIGN 2.3. COMPONENTS OF THE MRX03P 2.3.1.
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´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS COMMISSIONING 5.1. PREPARATION 5.1.1. General 5.1.2. BCCH-Channel 5.1.3. Antenna Isolation 5.2. BOOT PROCESS 5.3. DIP-SWITCHES 5.4. REMOTE SETTINGS 5.4.1. Local Login 5.4.2. Remote Login 5.5. MANUAL SETTINGS 5.6. LEVELLING OF THE REPEATER ALARMS 6.1.
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9.1.2. Specifications of MR803P 9.2. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION 9.3. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS 9.4. SPARE PARTS LISTS 9.4.1. Spare Parts List of MR703P 9.4.2. Spare Parts List of MR803P 9.5. INSTALLATION DRAWING OF THE REPEATER 9.6. LAYOUT OF THE REPEATER LID 9.7.
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5-2 DIP-switches of control module ................32 table 5-3 Rotary switches of the motherboard ..............37 table 9-1 Specification of MR703P ..................51 table 9-2 Specification of MR803P ..................52 table 9-3 Spare parts list of MR703P ..................54 table 9-4 Spare parts list of MR803P ..................55 User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999...
Base Transceiver Station Downlink Electrostatic Discharge European Telecommunication Standard I2C-Bus Inter Integrated Circuit Bus (Philips) Id.-No. Identification Number MIKOM Repeater Mobile Station Operation and Maintenance Center PCMCIA Personal Computer Modem Communication International Association Personal Communication System PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS ∗ Note: The electrical installation has to be performed in accordance with the safety regulation of the local authorities. Due to safety reasons, the electrical installation must be carried out by qualified personnel.
S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 1.3. PREAMBLE MIKOM is a leading manufacturer of coverage equipment for mobile radio networks, specializing in low cost, high performance, RF and optical repeaters. Our optical distributed networks and RF repeater systems provide coverage for every application;...
It can provide highly selective amplification, thus enabling radio coverage in regions where satisfactory quality of communication is disabled. The following figure shows the configuration of a MIKOM repeater MRx03P. figure 2-1 Configuration of a MRx03P The MRx03P can also be combined with other repeater systems to create a combined repeater system.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3. COMPONENTS OF THE MRX03P The actual repeater configuration can be seen at the configuration list which is part of the delivery. 2.3.1. Duplexer The task of the duplexer is to isolate uplink from downlink, i.e. to separate the transmitting path from the receiving path.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3.3. Conversion Module The task of the conversion module is to amplify the received signals and to convert them into an intermediate frequency. Then, the signals proceed a filter stage comprising of highly selective filters and run through a digital controllable attenuator. figure 2-3 Conversion module Each link of a conversion module is provided with filters which guarantee the high selectivity.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3.4. Final Amplifier The UL- and DL path are amplified by a final amplifier. It is located next to the conversion module. figure 2-4 Final amplifier User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 14 22-Jan-01...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3.5. Control Module The control module is a DOS compatible micro computer. The whole communication between the provider and the repeater can be done via the control module. The repeater can be controlled remotely or locally via a VT100 terminal or a PC emulating the VT100 terminal.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3.6. Motherboard The function of the mother board is the communication between the conversion module and the control module via the I C-Bus. All signals will be recognized from the mother board logic. figure 2-6 Motherboard User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 2.3.7. Power Supply The power supply can be provided by different mains power. An external switch, mounted on the power supply, is provided to disconnect the repeater from mains during maintenance work to ensure that all circuits are voltage-free. The power supply is factory-set and must not be changed.
AT&FE0S0=2 The Siemens M1 modem is no longer available and is replaced by the Siemens M20. In future, it is assigned to replace all wireless modems working in GSM900/GSM1800 networks by the new MIKOM modem MO4000. in connection with Cellect2 Card table 3-1 Standard initstrings for modems For further details to the initstrings, please refer to the user’...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 3.1.2. PSTN Modem A Hayes compatible PSTN modem can be connected to the control module SM2009. The telephone cable has to be fed through a labeled grommet of the connector panel and must be connected to the designated clamps. For the standard modem type DigiTel 56Euro, use clamps 2 and 3 to connect the telephone lines a and b.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 3.1.3. Wireless Modem The wireless modem is mounted in the modem box of the lid. Modem connection on the duplexer figure 3-2 Modem connection on the duplexer User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 20 22-Jan-01...
(see software manual)! ∗ Note: A special software blocking must be removed to use the external alarm option. This can only be carried out by authorized persons from MIKOM. User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 21 22-Jan-01...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 3.3. BATTERY BACKUP The repeater can be provided with the battery backup option to enable alarm calls in case of power failure. The battery backup module supports multiple dial out attempts via modem in case of “System engaged” or other communication problems for about ten minutes under normal environmental conditions.
Note: The repeater’ s external strain specifications must not be exceeded, particularly the exposure to vibration and shock (please refer to the MIKOM “Environmental and Safety Leaflet” for further detailed information). Note: Exceeding the specified load limits may cause the loss of warranty! User'sManual.doc...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 4.2. WALL MOUNTING PROCEDURE Check the suitability of the wall mounting kit and the wall. ∫ Dismount the mounting brackets which are screwed to the housing with four socket head cap screws M8x16 and two tire bolts.
Additional hardware must be used for this type of installation. Such a pole mounting kit could include two threaded rods M8, two U- beams and mounting material like bolts and nuts. figure 4-2 MIKOM pole mounting kits. User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999...
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(clearance distance of 1 m is recommended). The allowed bending radius of the connected cables must not be exceeded. Note: Two Mikom pole mounting kits are required to mount the repeater to a pole or a mast. User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 4.3. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.3.1. Grounding Grounding must be carried out under all circumstances. An earth bonding cable must be connected to the grounding bolt provided at the outside of the cabinet on the left- hand side.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 4.3.3. Antennas Connections The repeater has two female antenna connectors 7/16 (or N with adapter). For mounting the corresponding cable connector, we recommend to refer to the corresponding documentation of the respective connector manufacturer. The bending radius of the antenna cables must remain within its specification G0847Z2 figure 4-4 Top view of antenna connections...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 5. COMMISSIONING 5.1. PREPARATION 5.1.1. General Please read the description carefully to avoid mistakes and proceed step by step as described. The repeater must not be operated with open antenna ports. This means that each antenna port has to be terminated with either a 50Ω...
80 dB SGM with ICE-option: +5 dB higher ---------------------- Allowed max. gain: 85 dB For further details to ICE or antenna isolation, please refer to MIKOM “Application Note for Antenna Isolation” or “ ICE Datasheet” . User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 30 22-Jan-01...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 5.2. BOOT PROCESS As soon as the repeater is switched on, the control module of the repeater starts the boot process; LE3 displays “Power on”. The initialization of the hardware is part of the boot process.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 5.3. DIP-SWITCHES The configuration of the DIP-switches on the control module is factory set. figure 5-2 Control module – Position of the DIP-switches Mode-switch [1]* Ext. Alarms-switch [4] Manual Auto Ext. Alarm 4 PSTN (d) Remote Mode Local Mode...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 5.4. REMOTE SETTINGS After the boot process, the software login is possible. All parameters of the software can be changed by the provider to optimize the repeater according to the network system. There are two possibilities how to login to the software: ∫...
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DIP-switch 2 of the mode-switch (1) is set to positon OFF. After switching on the repeater, the boot procedure starts. Subsequently, the display of the terminal shows following report. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MIKOM REPEATER MRXXX – SM2009 -SW: REP 10XX VX.XX ENTER < . > < CR > TO LOGIN...
Note case sensitivity and blanks! If the software-login procedure was successful, the input request shown below displays on the terminal: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > MIKOM ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All parameters of the repeater can now be changed to optimize the repeater to the network system. 5.4.2. Remote Login A login e.g.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS For further details to software-login and software-commands, please refer to the user´s software. 5.5. MANUAL SETTINGS Normally, settings are carried out by a VT100 terminal or PC. Additionally, if manual settings are unavoidable, rotary switches on the motherboard enables the operator to optimize the gain and to set the channels.
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´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS The following table and the example show how to use the rotary-switches*: Switch Description Channel code x100 Channel code x10 Channel code x1 Channel code x100 Channel code x10 Channel code x1 Attenuation in 2 dB steps upto 30 dB for UL-path Attenuation in 2 dB steps upto 30 dB for DL-path Code switch for motherboard * Factory settings are: S1-S8 in position 0, DIP-switch 1 of mode switch [1] in position “...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 5.6. LEVELLING OF THE REPEATER After software-login, the repeater must be levelled so that the highest output power is achieved without reaching the ALC (Automatic Level Control). ∗ Note: When the local software configuration is finished, don´t forget to switch back DIP-switch 2 of the mode-switch to position ON, otherwise the remote mode via modem will not work! User'sManual.doc...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 6. ALARMS 6.1. BITE AND ALARMS The Built-In Test concept comprises the monitoring of the power supplies, the operational currents in the conversion modules, the motherboard and the remote control interface. Furthermore, the synthesizer lock and the temperature of the repeater are monitored.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 7. TROUBLE SHOOTING 7.1. ERROR INDICATION • = LED on = LED off 1. With implemented battery backup module Internal Internal Internal Cause LED LE1 LED LE2 LED LE3 green green green No power. Check presence power...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 7.2. BOOT PROCESS Following signals occur during boot process Internal Internal Internal Status LED LE1 LED LE2 LED LE3 green green green Power on state, Software boot starts Flashes Flashes Software boot starts red short time short...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 7.5. GENERAL REMARKS ∫ After a software download previous user settings ( data default values ) might be overwritten. Before you start a software download save all user settings: - attenuation - ALC threshold - temperature compensation offset ( gain ) - phone numbers etc.
7.1). Proceed in reverse order to close the housing. The spare parts list, consequently, contains only units which can be replaced without tuning or complex soldering work. Those units are all MIKOM modules as well as internal and external cables.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 8.2. REPLACEMENT OF THE FUSES The power supply is protected with a primary fuse, type T6.3A / 250V. Fuse figure 8-1 Fuse replacement 8.3. REPLACEMENT OF THE MAINS CABLE In case the length of the delivered mains cable should not be sufficient or in case of a defect, the mains cable can be replaced.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS Loose the mounting screw of cable gland at the outside of the heat sink (see figure 8-3 Cable gland) and pull the cable through the hole. For mounting a new mains cable proceed in reverse order. ∗...
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´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS figure 8-4 Position of RAM/RTC battery ∗ Note Before replacing the battery, disconnect the repeater from mains and take off the battery backup module. ∗ Note Observe the rules for changing Lithium batteries. Wrong connection or treatment may result in bursting of the battery and dissemination of hazardous substances.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 8.5. REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY BACKUP MODULE The battery backup module has to be replaced in case of memory loss or as a preventive measure after approximately three years usage. The nominal lifetime of the accumulator is three years.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 8.6. DUPLEXER • On side of the BTS antenna connector: Dismount connecting board first if the duplexer has to be replaced (see chapter 6.11). Dismount the amplifier, mounted on the backside of the duplexer on the side of the DL input, by unscrewing two M2.5 Phillips screws.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 8.8. CONTROL MODULE SM 2009 The control module is a Printed Circuit Board and is situated in the lid of the housing. Disconnect the DC cable from power supply. Disconnect flat cable. Remove the modem. Take off the whole control module completely with chassis by unscrewing four nuts M4 or the four knurled screws.
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 8.10. CONNECTING BOARD The connecting board is mounted on top of the duplexer on the right-hand side in the heat sink. It is screwed by means of three tallow-drop screws M3. Disconnect the flat cable, mains cable, the cable to power supply and grounding eyelet bolt.
Control functions Gain Center frequency ALC threshold RF connectors 2 x 7/16 female, N as an option *Please contact the MIKOM sales office for further questions to available bandwidths. TDMA CDMA for 1 channel 34 dBm 31 dBm 27 dBm...
Control functions Gain Center frequency ALC threshold RF connectors 2 x 7/16 female, N as an option *Please contact the MIKOM sales office for further questions to available bandwidths. Analog TDMA CDMA for 1 channel 34 dBm 31 dBm...
14 kg per unit, standard configuration 9.3. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS For detailed information, refer to the environmental and safety specification leaflet for MIKOM indoor/outdoor cell enhancers, related to ETS 300 019 (European Telecommunication Standard). Operating temperature: • Normal temperature range: +5°C...+40°C...
Mother Board 148968 Connecting Board 142362 Control Unit SM4000 151957 Control Unit SM2009 143051 table 9-3 Spare parts list of MR703P Mikom reserves the right to replace the spare parts listed above by equivalent substitutes! User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 54 22-Jan-01...
Mother Board 148968 Connecting Board 142362 Control Unit SM4000 151957 Control Unit SM2009 143051 table 9-4 Spare parts list of MR803P Mikom reserves the right to replace the spare parts listed above by equivalent substitutes! User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 55 22-Jan-01...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 9.5. INSTALLATION DRAWING OF THE REPEATER figure 9-1 Installation drawing of MRx03P User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 56 22-Jan-01...
´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 9.6. LAYOUT OF THE REPEATER LID Repeater Door Contact Mains Switch Control Module Power Supply RAM/RTC battery figure 9-2 Repeater lid User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 57 22-Jan-01...
S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS INDEX Levelling ..........38 Measuring Aids ........... 12 Modem (general)......... 18 Abbreviations ..........7 Motherboard ..........16 Address of MIKOM........9 Mounting Alarm Pole ............25 BITE and Alarms........39 Wall ............24 Handling of ..........39 Mounting brackets........
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