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band selective repeater
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22-Jan-01

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  • Page 1 ´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS User´s manual for band selective repeater MRx03P User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 1 22-Jan-01...
  • Page 2 ´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS Copyright © MIKOM, Buchdorf 2001 All rights reserved. No parts of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted in any form or by any means, electronical, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior written permission of the publisher.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ´ 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.
  • Page 4 ´ 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.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 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...
  • Page 7: General

    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...
  • Page 8: Health And Safety Warnings

    ´ 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.
  • Page 9: Preamble

    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;...
  • Page 10: List Of International Sales Offices

    Phone: +1 (905) 839-3474 Phone: +44 (1635) 569-695 Phone: +91 (11) 653-2126 FAX: +1 (905) 839-4663 FAX: +44 (1635) 569-463 FAX: +91 (11) 653-2120 MIKOM Austria MIKOM Switzerland C-COM Czech Republic Weglgasse 10 Tiergartenweg 1 U Morusi 888 2320 Schwechat...
  • Page 11: Functional Description

    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.
  • Page 12: Components Of The Mrx03P

    ´ 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.
  • Page 13: Conversion Module

    ´ 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.
  • Page 14: Final Amplifier

    ´ 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...
  • Page 15: Control Module

    ´ 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.
  • Page 16: Motherboard

    ´ 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...
  • Page 17: Power Supply

    ´ 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.
  • Page 18: Optional Equipment

    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’...
  • Page 19: Pstn Modem

    ´ 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.
  • Page 20: Wireless Modem

    ´ 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...
  • Page 21: External Alarms

    (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...
  • Page 22: Battery Backup

    ´ 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.
  • Page 23: Installation

    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...
  • Page 24: Wall Mounting Procedure

    ´ 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.
  • Page 25: Pole Mounting Procedure

    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...
  • Page 26 (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...
  • Page 27: Electrical Installation

    ´ 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.
  • Page 28: Antennas Connections

    ´ 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...
  • Page 29: Commissioning

    ´ 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...
  • Page 30: Antenna Isolation

    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...
  • Page 31: Boot Process

    ´ 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.
  • Page 32: Dip-Switches

    ´ 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...
  • Page 33: Remote Settings

    ´ 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: ∫...
  • Page 34 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...
  • Page 35: Remote 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.
  • Page 36: Manual Settings

    ´ 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.
  • Page 37 ´ 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 “...
  • Page 38: Levelling Of The Repeater

    ´ 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...
  • Page 39: Alarms

    ´ 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.
  • Page 40: Trouble Shooting

    ´ 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...
  • Page 41: Boot Process

    ´ 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...
  • Page 42: General Remarks

    ´ 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.
  • Page 43: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 44: Replacement Of The Fuses

    ´ 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.
  • Page 45: Replacement Of The Ram / Rtc Battery

    ´ 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. ∗...
  • Page 46 ´ 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.
  • Page 47: Replacement Of The Battery Backup Module

    ´ 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.
  • Page 48: Duplexer

    ´ 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.
  • Page 49: Control Module Sm 2009

    ´ 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.
  • Page 50: Connecting Board

    ´ 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.
  • Page 51: Appendix

    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...
  • Page 52: Specifications Of Mr803P

    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...
  • Page 53: Mechanical Specification

    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...
  • Page 54: Spare Parts Lists

    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...
  • Page 55: Spare Parts List Of Mr803P

    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...
  • Page 56: Installation Drawing Of The Repeater

    ´ 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...
  • Page 57: Layout Of The Repeater Lid

    ´ 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...
  • Page 58: Layout Of The Repeater Heat Sink

    ´ S MANUAL FOR BAND SELECTIVE REPEATERS 9.7. LAYOUT OF THE REPEATER HEAT SINK Heat sink Conversion Final Module Amplifier Connecting Board Duplexer Modem Connector Connector Panel figure 9-3 Repeater heat sink User'sManual.doc Id.-No.:154999 Page 58 22-Jan-01...
  • Page 59: Index

    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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