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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 F067646PT_2800 Document Product PowerTrunk-T January 2018 Date Page 1 of 62...
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F067646PT_2800 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, PowerTrunk Inc. declares that the radio equipment type Mast-mounted Base Station MBS Unit is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available through the technical assistance service at the Internet address: http://www.powertrunk.com...
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Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein and in any other referred document, this should not be construed as a commitment on the part of Teltronic S.A.U. and/or PowerTrunk Inc., and the liability of Teltronic S.A.U.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. UNPACKING AND CHECKING 3. PREVIOUS CONSIDERATIONS 4. INFORMATION ON SAFETY AND ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT SAFETY .................. 8 OPERATION AND EXPOSURE TO RF ENERGY ................... 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES ABOUT THE ANTENNA ..............10 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY REGULATORY INFORMATION (FCC AND IC) ....
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 1. INTRODUCTION The MBS Units are the outdoor modules that make up a Mast Mounted Base Station (MBS). They are independent units that can be interconnected with each other to increase the base station capacity. A MBS consists of a maximum of two MBS Units.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 2. UNPACKING AND CHECKING The equipment is supplied with all the necessary materials for the installation, either on a mast, on a wall or over the PBS Accessory: MBS Unit includes the followings items ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 3. PREVIOUS CONSIDERATIONS This manual contains information about instructions for installation, maintenance and use. Read the following pages before using this equipment. It is not advisable to switch on the equipment without having previously connected the antenna otherwise irreparable damage could be.
Do not attempt to dismantle this product. Servicing and repairs to this product must be performed by trained service technicians at PowerTrunk approved service centres. PowerTrunk has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Obey all signs and instructions relating to the usage to RF wireless devices. PowerTrunk designs and manufactures products to meet strict guidelines and international standards relating to Radio Frequency (RF) energy and the potential health risks associated with using RF wireless devices.
Vertically polarised collinear antenna 11.15 dBi Only use PowerTrunk approved antennas with this product. The use of non-approved antennas may damage the product, will result in the non-compliance with regulatory requirements, will compromise the product safety ratings, will reduce the length of operating time and will invalidate the product warranty.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 4.4 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY REGULATORY INFORMATION (FCC AND ISED) These devices generate, use and radiate RF energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. FCC interference statement and compliance labelling This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSS standards.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 4.5 UL / SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS The MBS Unit is UL certified, and complies with the requirements for electronic devices to minimise risks such as fire, electric shocks or injuries to the operator that may be caused in operation.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 4.7 MECHANICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS The equipment complies with the following standards: 4.7.1 STANDARDS CENELEC EN 60068-2-1 * No Functional. - 104 ºF. Duration: 72 h Environmental testing -- Part 2-1: Tests - Test A: Cold * Functional: - 86 ºF.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 UNE-EN 60598 * Vibration type: Sine swept * Frequency range: From 10 to 55 Hz * Amplitude (peak): • 10 Hz Amplitude (peak): 1.4 mm Vibration: simulation of the fixing between MBS unit and •...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 5.2 CONNECTORS 1.- Terminal with the following meaning depending on the MBS Unit Power option: - AC MBS Units: Neutral contact (N). - DC MBS Units: Negative contact (-). 2.- Terminal with the following meaning depending on the MBS Unit Power option: - AC MBS Units: Line contact (L).
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Note: POWER_IN and POWER_OUT connectors have a coding key to avoid wrong connections; on the following table is showed the location of this coding key depending on the MBS Unit power supply option. External view of power supply panel connector AC Power Supply DC Power Supply Note: The amount of power delivered by both PoE and PoE/ETH connectors to the radio links can not...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 5.3 VISUAL INDICATORS A MBS Unit has a LED indicator that, depending on its state, will indicate the function of the MBS Unit The LEDs show the MBS Unit state: TYPE NORMAL STATE FUNCTIÓN ...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6. INSTALLATION GUIDE The following recommendations must be followed before powering on the MBS Unit module. Next diagram shows the steps to be followed to carry out the installation: Verification of equipment needed Basic Pre-Configuration Final location installation Final Configuration/Verification Page 20 of 62...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.1 NECESSARY EQUIPMENT Make sure you have the necessary equipment depending on the configuration to install. If any of the elements necessary to carry out the installation process described in this manual, were lost or damaged, contact your supplier and / or installer.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Additional equipment to be considered for installation Element Comments Cable to power the MBS Unit. See features in external power connection section. One power supply cable connector is supplied with the MBS Unit. Ethernet cable to connect PoE See features in Ethernet connection section.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.2 BASIC PRE-CONFIGURATION Before connecting the MBS Unit to the infrastructure it should have the IP address correctly configured in order to have remote access once it is connected (to set the IP address, see the configuration chapter (F067220PT) in technical manual).
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3 INSTALLATION The MBS has been designed to be mounted on both mast/pole, on a wall or over a PBS Accessory. This chapter provides the necessary steps to be followed for a right MBS Unit installation. At least two people are required to carry out the installation of a MBS Unit on a mast/pole.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Bracket system: 1 x Bracket 2 x clamp (2 holes) 2 x clamp (4 holes) 4 x Bolt M10x180 6 x Bolt M10x40 2 x Bolt M10x20 (Clamp attachment) (lateral attachment MBS-Bracket (Top attachment MBS-Bracket) &...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.1 MAST/POLE INSTALLATION 6.3.1.1 MAST/POLE SELECTION The types of section of the mast/pole where the MBS Unit can be mounted are the followings: Circular section: Diameter from 30 mm to 130 mm Square section: From 30 mm x 30 mm to 85 mm x 85 mm.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Once mounted in its definitive location, if the vandal resistant kit is available, it will prevent the access / disassembly not authorized. In case of installing more than one MBS Unit on the same mast/pole, it is recommended not to mount one above the other one to avoid the heat transfer from the MBS Unit low to the MBS Unit high.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.1.2 MAST/POLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Steps to install a MBS on a mast/pole: 1. Place the MBS Unit bracket on the mast/pole as follows. Note: Handle the MBS Unit bracket with care if it rests on the floor. Place some protection underneath to prevent scratches on the surface.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 2. Place MBS Unit on the bracket as follows. a) Raise the MBS Unit to the position where the bracket is placed on the mast/pole and hang it on the bracket, tilting slightly to match the bracket guides as indicated in the following figure: To prevent accidents during the MBS installation, for safety it is highly recommended to use a second rope.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 b) Put the bolts of the MBS Unit and washers to the bracket with a 17 mm wrench and 25 Nm torque. Note: If anti-vandal kit is available (D014000PT), lateral bolts should be placed after mounting the anti-vandal kit.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.2 WALL INSTALLATION To install the MBS Unit on a wall, make the following steps: 1. Mark the position of the holes using the bracket as a template itself with the help of a level Note: To ensure proper ventilation there must be at least 700 mm clearance above and below each MBS Unit.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 3. Place the bracket over the rawlplug and insert the bolts and washers. Finally screw them with a 17 mm wrench and 20 Nm torque. 4. Place the MBS Unit on the bracket as follows. a) Raise the MBS Unit to the position where the bracket is placed and hang it on the bracket, tilting slightly to match the anchor guides as indicated in the following figure: Page 32 of 62...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 b) Put the bolts of the MBS Unit and washers to the bracket with a 17 mm wrench and 25 Nm torque. The order is bolt + grower washer + plain washer. Note: If anti-vandal kit is available (D014000PT), lateral bolts should be placed after mounting the anti-vandal kit.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.3 PBS ACCESSORY INSTALLATION The PBS Accessory (D014009) is a hand truck element that allows one person to transport a MBS Unit. PBS Accessory: 1 x PBS Hand Truck 1 x Power Cable 4 x Ethernet Cable 3 x RF Cable The following steps must be done to install a MBS Unit over a PBS Accessory: 1.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 2. Connect the cables on its corresponding ports of the MBS Unit according to the following order: 4 x Ethernet Cables: PoE/ETH, PoE, SYNC OUT and SYNC IN 3 x RF Cables: ANT, DIV OUT and DIV IN ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 4. Put the MBS Unit over the hand truck bracket as indicated below: a) Lift up the MBS Unit until getting the bracket position and lean it softly to reach the anchor guides as shown in the following figure: b) Place the clamping washers and screws in the hand truck bracket with a torque wrench of 17 mm and torque 25 Nm.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 5. Connect one by one the cables previously fixed in the MBS Unit in the corresponding connectors of the hand truck connector panel. Except the PWR OUT and ETH that will be covered, the rest of cables must have a corresponding connector in the interconnection panel.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.3.1.2 VEHICLE TRANSPORT POSITION To perform an vehicle transport of the MBS Unit with the PBS Accessory, the adjustable handle must be placed to the front and the whole set must be inclined to the back using the adjustable handle as support point as shown below: Note: the set composed by MBS Unit and the PBS Accessory has a heavy weight, the actions of loading and unloading into the vehicle must be done by at least two persons.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.4 ANTI-VANDAL KIT INSTALLATION The anti-vandal kit for MBS Unit is an optional accessory (D014000PT). Either the MBS Unit is mounted on a mast/pole or on a wall, the anti-vandal kit, is performed as follows. Take into account that the installation of the ant-vandal kit should be done once you have completed the wiring connections of the MBS Unit.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Place the padlock and screw the attachment bolt to the bracket with a 17 mm wrench and 25 Nm torque. 6.3.5 REQUIREMENTS TO CONSIDER DURING THE ANTENNA INSTALLATION The antennas installation always will depend on TX frequencies assigned to each MBS Units that are part of a MBS.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 - Case 1: All MBS Units in the MBS comply with the restrictions about subband and frequency separation. In this case, is allowed to install all the antennas in the same horizontal plane following the guidelines normally applied for SBS sites about the horizontal distance between each antenna and the mast.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6 CONNECTIONS This section shows the connections to be made and the characteristics of the material to be used. The MBS Unit is a weather-protected device once the equipment has been installed in its final location; make sure that there is no MBS Unit connector without plug or cable connected.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1 SUPPORTED CONFIGURATIONS 6.3.6.1.1 ONE MBS UNIT WITH DIVERSITY 1 IN RECEPTION The connections are the following ones: Power supply 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector to the antenna. Connection with radio link through PoE or PoE/ETH connector (if the MBS Unit has SNI IP option these connectors are Layer 3).
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.1.1 CONFIGURATION WITH PBS ACCESSORY The connections are the following ones: Power supply 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector to the antenna. Connection with radio link through PoE or PoE/ETH connector (if the MBS Unit has SNI IP option these connectors are Layer 3).
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.2 ONE MBS UNIT WITH DIVERSITY 2 IN RECEPTION The connections are the following ones: Power supply: 220/110 VAC ó 24 VDC. From ANT connector to the first antenna. From DIV IN connector to the second antenna. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.2.1 CONFIGURATION WITH PBS ACCESSORY The connections are the following ones: Power supply: 220/110 VAC ó 24 VDC. From ANT connector to the first antenna. From DIV IN connector to the second antenna. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.3 TWO MBS UNIT (SAME SUBBAND) WITH DIVERSITY 1 OR 2 IN RECEPTION NOTE: Diversity 1 or 2 mode can be selected from the NMS client. The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the MBS Unit 1: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.3.1 CONFIGURATION WITH PBS ACCESSORY NOTE: Diversity 1 or 2 mode can be selected from the NMS client. The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the PBS Accessories 1 and 2: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.4 TWO MBS UNITS (DIFFERENT SUBBANDS) WITH DIVERSITY 1 IN RECEPTION The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the MBS Unit 1: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector of the MBS Unit 1 to the antenna 1. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.4.1 CONFIGURATION WITH PBS ACCESSORY The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the PBS Accessories 1 and 2: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector of the PBS Accessory 1 to the antenna 1. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.5 TWO MBS UNITS (DIFFERENT SUBBANDS) WITH DIVERSITY 2 IN RECEPTION The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the MBS Unit 1: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector of the MBS Unit 1 to the antenna 1. ...
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.1.5.1 CONFIGURATION WITH PBS ACCESSORY The connections are the following ones: Power supply for the PBS Accessories 1 and 2: 220/110 VAC or 24 VDC. From ANT connector of the PBS Accessory 1 to the antenna 1. ...
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.2 CONNECTION OF THE EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY Check that the power supply source and/or the battery to be used are adapted to the type of MBS Unit (AC/DC) and meets the voltage and current requirements necessary to supply the equipment.
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Push the insert back into the hood/housing. Fix the assembly tightening the top locking screw and tightening the cable gland nut on the back of the hood/housing. MBS Unit with DC power supply source: Nominal voltage: 24 VDC (Range: from 21.6 to 31.2 VDC).
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TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 Push the cable through the cable gland and the hood/housing and insert the wires into the insert respecting the correct polarity. Earth (PE) Negative (-) Positive (+) Fix each wire tightening each pin from the front side with a hexagonal screwdriver (Allen number 2).
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 In both cases: The power supply cable to the MBS Unit must be provided by the installer with the proper power supply connector adapted for the connection to the electrical network or to a 24 VDC source.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.6.4 EXTERNAL ETHERNET CONNECTION The Ethernet cable connector, to connect the MBS Unit with the radio link (PoE), is supplied with every MBS Unit. Note: In the case of connection to two radio links, it is recommended to contact your supplier and/or installer who will provide the additional Ethernet cable connector.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.7 CONNECTING / DISCONNECTING THE MBS AC MAINS SUPPLY The electrical supply to the MBS is connected through a connector with a three-wire cable. This cable shall be connected to the electrical supply network, which must comply with the standards and/or regulations of the country in which the MBS is installed.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 6.3.8 CONNECTING / DISCONNECTING THE MBS FROM THE DC SUPPLY The electrical supply to the MBS is connected through a connector with a three-wire cable. This cable shall be connected to the 24 VDC supply, which must comply with the regulations of the country in which the MBS is installed.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 7. START UP/CONFIGURATION/VERIFICATION IMPORTANT: Ensure that the power supply of the MBS Unit is the proper one before switch it on; an erroneous power supply can cause damages in the equipment. Every MBS Unit has in its labelling the diverse options that it offers. If the MBS Unit includes the option O148017PT, this it will have to be powered with AC (220/110 VAC), however, if the MBS Unit includes the option O148018PT it will have to be powerred with +24 VDC nominal voltage.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 8. INCIDENTS The MBS Unit must be repaired by authorized technical personnel only. There will not be performed any repair of the MBS Unit and it will have to be sent to factory except for the change of the pressure equalizer or the overvoltage protections.
TETRA MBS UNIT. INSTALLATION GUIDE F067646PT_2800 8.2 OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION MBS Unit has several protections against lightning and surges, in any case the action of these protections generate an alarm in the NMS client which disappear when the protective element is replaced by authorized technical staff.
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