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- Page 1 Product Manual MM-010539-001 Apr/07 M/A-COM VIDA Broadband 4.9 GHz Broadband Clients MAVM-VMCLL Low Power Standard Client MAVM-VMXCH High Power Standard Client MAVM-VMCHH High Power Hardened Client MAVM-VMCLH Low Power Hardened Client MAVM-VMCHN High Power Standard Mobile Client...
- Page 2 M/A-COM, Inc., at any time and without notice. Such changes will be incorporated into new editions of this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose, without the express written permission of M/A-COM, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G TABLE OF CONTENTS Page REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION ................7 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS..................7 REGULATORY APPROVALS ....................8 1.2.1 Transmitter........................ 8 1.2.2 Receiver........................8 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION FOR MOBILE OPERATION......9 1.3.1 Mobile Antennas ..................... 10 1.3.2 Approved Accessories .................... - Page 4 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 4.6.1 Direct Antenna mounting to the Antenna Port............29 4.6.2 Direct Antenna mounting to the Front Housing ............29 4.6.3 Antenna Mounting Using the Manufacturer’s Mounting Brackets ......29 VIDA BROADBAND CLIENT MOBILE STATION ANTENNA OPTIONS......30 UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT................
- Page 5 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G TABLE OF CONTENTS Page CONFIGURATION....................... 50 OPERATION........................50 CLIENT PRETEST AND ALIGNMENT ................50 FIXED ANTENNA ALIGNMENT AND POLARIZATION ............50 TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICING ................51 10.1 TROUBLESHOOTING......................51 10.2 TUNING AND ALIGNMENT....................51 CABLE FABRICATION....................... 52 11.1 ETHERNET CABLE PLUG KIT....................
- Page 6 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G TABLE OF FIGURES Page Figure 4-1: VIDA Broadband Client ....................21 Figure 4-2: VIDA Broadband Wireless Broadband Video and Data Services........22 Figure 4-3: VIDA Network Solution....................23 Figure 4-4: VIDA Broadband Network....................24 Figure 4-5: Network Diagram of Small VIDA Broadband System............. 25 Figure 4-6: VIDA Broadband Client Interface Diagram..............
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Page 7: Regulatory And Safety Information
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. M/A-COM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these standards. -
Page 8: Regulatory Approvals
The transmitting devices listed below have been tested and meet the following regulatory requirements: FCC ID Industry MODEL DESCRIPTION (PART 90) Canada (RSS-119) MAVM-VMCLL (BS-010700-001) Low Power Standard Client BV8VIDA-BB 3670A-VIDABB MAVM-VMXCH (BS-010700-002) High Power Standard Client BV8VIDA-BB-CL 3670A-VIDABBCL MAVM-VMCHH (BS-010700-003) -
Page 9: Rf Energy Exposure Information For Mobile Operation
The M/A-COM 4.9 GHz Broadband Client radio with 0.5 Watt RF output , installed as a mobile device using the 5.5 dBi mobile antenna and cable mounts referenced in Table 1-1, has a calculated worst case ERP of 1.78 Watts relative to an isotropic radiator (EIRP). -
Page 10: Mobile Antennas
1.3.2 Approved Accessories This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF guidelines when used with the M/A-COM accessories supplied or designated for use with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations. -
Page 11: Occupational Safety Guidelines And Safety Training Information
FCC RF exposure limits. Only qualified personnel should service the radio. 5. Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, control heads, speakers/mics, etc.). Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. -
Page 12: Operating Rules And Regulations
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G • Vehicles Powered By Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas — Radio installation in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas, where the LP gas container is located in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle, must conform to the National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 58. -
Page 13: Mobile Operating Tips
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G MOBILE OPERATING TIPS The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two-way radios and should be avoided whenever possible: • • Operating the radio in areas of low terrain, or while under power lines or bridges. •... -
Page 14: Rf Energy Exposure Information For Fixed Operation
) is 10 W/m for fixed mounted device. The M/A-COM 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband Client may be installed as a fixed mounted radio. After installation and commissioning, the safe distance from the 9 dBi omni-directional antenna is greater than 20 cm (8-inches). -
Page 15: Table 1-2: Mpe Minimum Distance Calculation For Fixed Client Installations Using High Gain Antennas
The calculation provides guidelines for users to estimate the minimum safe distance when a high gain antenna is connected to the M/A-COM 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband Client. The user should always keep a safe distance from antenna greater than 20 cm or SQRT (3.9789E-3 * G The following table lists fixed installation’s minimum distance for different Effective Antenna Gain... -
Page 16: Safety Training Information
When licensed by the FCC, this Client complies with the FCC RF exposure limits when persons are beyond the MPE radius of the antenna. In addition, your M/A-COM VIDA Broadband Client installation complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic... -
Page 17: Introduction
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is written for the communications professional responsible for installing and maintaining the VIDA Broadband Client equipment installed as part of a VIDA Broadband 4.9 GHz Broadband Network. This manual provides an overview of the VIDA Broadband Client equipment used in the VIDA network. Equipment specifications and instructions are discussed for installing VIDA Broadband Clients and auxiliary equipment in various mobile and fixed applications. -
Page 18: Specifications
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers: Low Power Standard Client: MAVM-VMCLL (BS-010700-001) High Power Standard Client: MAVM-VMXCH (BS-010700-002) High Power Mobile Standard Client: MAVM-VMCHN (BS-010700-002) High Power Hardened Client: MAVM-VMCHH (BS-010700-003) Low Power Hardened Client: MAVM-VMCLH (BS-010700-004) -
Page 19: General Data Specifications
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G GENERAL DATA SPECIFICATIONS Security Features Authentication: X.509 Digital Certificate Authorization: RSA Public Key Encryption Encryption: DES, 3-DES, AES 128 bit Network Features Management: SNMP Convergence: IPv4 over IEEE 802.3/Ethernet IEEE 802.3/Ethernet Configuration: DHCP, TFTP PHY Characteristics PHY: OFDM 256 FFT Channel Bandwidth: 5 MHz... -
Page 20: Transmitter
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G TRANSMITTER Frequency Band: 4940 - 4990 MHz Channel Step Size: 2.5 MHz Channel Bandwidth: 5 MHz Frequency Stability (-30 to 60 C): 20 PPM over temperature range Output Power into a 50 Ω Load: Low Power Models: 0.1 Watts (+20 dBm QPSK/16QAM) High Power Models: 0.5 Watts (+27 dBm QPSK/16QAM) -
Page 21: Description
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G DESCRIPTION The VIDA Broadband Client shown in Figure 4-2 is part of M/A-COM’s VIDA Broadband network. Clients are available in four configurations; High-Power Standard, High-Power Hardened, Low Power Standard and Low Power Hardened. The High Power Standard model may be installed in fixed or mobile applications. -
Page 22: Vida Broadband System Overview
Figure 4-2: VIDA Broadband Wireless Broadband Video and Data Services 4.1.1 The VIDA Network Solution By leveraging advances in standards-based Information Technology, M/A-COM has developed a unique IP-based network solution to solve the many challenges that confront critical communications. These... -
Page 23: The Vida Broadband Network
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Figure 4-3: VIDA Network Solution Figure 4-3 depicts a picture of the VIDA Network Solution and how many different communications systems are built on the solid foundation of a wide-area IP network. This provides an open architecture ®... -
Page 24: Figure 4-4: Vida Broadband Network
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Figure 4-4: VIDA Broadband Network Figure 4-4 illustrates a typical deployment scenario of the VIDA Broadband 4.9 GHz broadband network. It provides secure, public safety grade broadband services to both fixed and mobile clients. Conceptually, the system can be seen as extending the enterprise WAN to remote locations using the licensed 4.9 GHz public safety band. -
Page 25: Figure 4-5: Network Diagram Of Small Vida Broadband System
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Figure 4-5: Network Diagram of Small VIDA Broadband System The M/A-COM VIDA Broadband system implements the 802.16-2004 protocol in a 5 MHz channel, delivering an over-the-air throughput of up to 19 Mbps to associated Clients. All communication over this channel is scheduled by the base station, with contention slots provided for subscriber stations to request bandwidth. -
Page 26: Client Hardware Configurations
100-BaseFX fiber Optic data port configuration for increased hardening of the unit. CLIENT AND NETWORK CONFIGURATIONS Client configuration and management is provided via a browser interface to M/A-COM’s Unified Administration System (UAS). The base station also supports localized SNMP management for single/limited site deployments. -
Page 27: Network Features
Network convergence is provided in the form of 802.16 classifier rules that ensure network level QoS over the airlink. Network management is provided via a browser interface to M/A-COM’s UAS. The base station additionally supports localized SNMP management using an open MIB. Base stations may optionally be configured as DHCP and/or TFTP servers. -
Page 28: Vida Broadband Client Interface
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G VIDA BROADBAND CLIENT INTERFACE MOUNTING HOLES Figure 4-6: VIDA Broadband Client Interface Diagram RF Antenna Port: • Connector: N-type Female, 50 Ohm impedance AC/DC Power Port: • Industrialized 2-Pin Connector (Conxall Part No. 4180-2PG-300) DATA Ports: • Network Posts: Fiber Optic DATA Port (Hardened Clients only) 100BaseTX Ethernet (all other Client models) -
Page 29: Vida Broadband Client Fixed Station Antenna Options
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G VIDA BROADBAND CLIENT FIXED STATION ANTENNA OPTIONS The VIDA Broadband Client allows users to choose many different antenna types to meet their application requirements. For fixed installations, a directional antenna can significantly extend the effective range of the Client. For example, a high gain directional antenna may improve signal quality over a long distance while antennas with less gain or omni-directional may perform better in densely patterned city regions. -
Page 30: Vida Broadband Client Mobile Station Antenna Options
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Basic Antenna Requirements: Omni Antenna: Vertical Polarization 9 dBi Maximum Gain Directional Antenna: Linear Vertical 26 dBi Maximum Gain (Reduction of Transmitter Power is required if the Effective Maximum Antenna Gain is greater than 26 dBi.) The following antennas have been tested and approved for use with the VIDA Broadband Client: Table 4-1: Recommended Fixed Station Antennas* Azimuth Manufacturers... -
Page 31: Unpacking And Checking Equipment
When unpacking the equipment, check the contents against the packing list. Contact your M/A-COM VIDA Broadband equipment representative and the carrier if any discrepancies are noted. -
Page 32: Planning A Fixed Station Installation
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G PLANNING A FIXED STATION INSTALLATION Careful planning a preparation of any installation will always benefit the end result. Follow these simple recommendations when planning your installation: 1. Always read and follow all installation instructions, local and national building and electrical codes, and general safety rules. -
Page 33: Pole-Mount Installations
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G • Locate the Client away from any sources of interference that could degrade the performance of the equipment. • Ensure the base station and clients are within each other’s maximum RF coverage range. • Maximum standard CAT-5 cable length connecting the Client to the Ethernet LAN is 100 meters and maximum antenna cable length is 5-feet. -
Page 34: Site Grounding
CAUTION SITE GROUNDING Installers should review the recommended grounding procedures in the M/A-COM Site Grounding and Lightning Protection Guidelines manual, AE/LZT 123 4618/1 and ensure a suitable ground is installed between the station ground lug and earth ground. Grounding must also be in compliance with any local... -
Page 35: Installing A Fixed Station Client
This section provides general information regarding installation of the VIDA Broadband Client in fixed station configurations. For best results, the Client should be installed by one of the many M/A-COM Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States. Their experienced service personnel can provide a proper radio installation and make any final adjustments that may be needed. -
Page 36: Customer Supplied Materials
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G • Digital Voltmeter (DVM), capable of measuring AC and DC voltage. CUSTOMER SUPPLIED MATERIALS The customer or designated installer must provide the following: • Ethernet or fiber optic Cable, length as required, Ethernet cable not to exceed 100 ft. (refer to Section 11.1.1 for cable specifications). -
Page 37: Power Connection
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 7.4.1 Power Connection The High and Low Power Standard models require 11 to 30 VDC or 16 to 26 VAC. Hardened models are “DC Only” and must NOT be connected to an AC voltage source. 1. Connect the supply voltage per the pin out shown in Table 7-1 (AC) or Table 7-2 (DC): Table 7-1: Power Connector Pin Configuration for AC Voltage Sources Connection Wire Color... -
Page 38: Antenna Connections
2. For non-hardened Clients, external lightning protection is required to provide maximum protection to the site. Connect the optional lightning suppressor to the antenna assembly as shown in Figure 7-1. Recommend using M/A-COM # PT-009560. 3. Connect the completed antenna assembly to the Client antenna connector. -
Page 39: Installing A Directional Antenna
7.8.1 Attaching Client Cables To connect power to Client 1. Connect the M/A-COM power cable to the proper power source. 2. Mate the other end of the power cable’s connector to the 3-pin power connector on the Client by visually aligning the key and firmly push and turn the outer locking ring clockwise until it stops. A click will be sensed to confirm proper mating. - Page 40 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G To connect DATA cable to Client 1. For Ethernet and Fiber Optic models, fabricate the cable as described in Section 11 or follow the manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Connect one end of the cable to the LAN or Fiber Optic network connection. 3.
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Page 41: Installing A Mobile Station Client
This section provides general information regarding installation of the VIDA Broadband Client in mobile station configurations. For best results, the Client should be installed by one of the many M/A-COM Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States. Their experienced service personnel can provide a proper radio installation and make any final adjustments that may be needed. -
Page 42: Tools Required
• Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers. 8.1.2 Recommended Kits and Accessories M/A-COM recommends using the following parts and accessories during installation of the Standard Client in a mobile configuration. 8.1.2.1 DC Power Cable Kit The Fuse Distribution Rail Kit FS23057 provides the necessary hardware to wire up the Standard Client to a vehicle’s power system. -
Page 43: Figure 8-1: Mobile Mounting Bracket (Fm-010668)
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 8.1.2.2 Mobile Mounting Bracket The mobile mounting bracket FM-010668 shown in Figure 8-1 installs to the bottom of the Client and provides easy installation of the Client in a variety of mobile applications. Standard stainless steel ¼ x 20 hardware is used to attach the bracket to the Client. -
Page 44: Installing The Client
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Be careful to avoid damaging vital parts (fuel tank, transmission housing, etc.) of the vehicle when drilling mounting holes. Always check to see how far the mounting screws will extend below the mounting surface before installing. CAUTION If pilot holes must be drilled, remove all metal shavings from drilling holes before installing screws. -
Page 45: Power And Data Cable Installation
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G POWER AND DATA CABLE INSTALLATION To assure the feasibility of planned cable routing, it is suggested to run the cables before mounting the Client. Other associated hardware options such as cameras, mobile terminals, etc. should be considered when planning the cable runs. - Page 46 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 3. Connect the ring terminal directly to the battery’s positive post (or if present, to a stud on the vehicle’s main/non-switched power distribution terminal block). 4. Strip the Fuse Holder’s other wire, strip one end of the 20-foot long 10-AWG red wire, and then connect these two wires together using a 10-AWG moisture-resistant butt splice.
- Page 47 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 6. The Fuse Distribution Rail Assembly has two green- yellow Grounding Blocks. Each Grounding Block has two wire-clamps with associated wire-clamp release slots. As shown in the photo at the right, insert a #1 or #2 flat-blade screwdriver completely into one of the wire-clamp release slots.
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Page 48: Grounding Studs
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Fuse Blown 6. Prepare the Client DC cable by cutting excess length Indicator Light (on from both wires and stripping the ends. Leave enough input side of ATC wire length for service loops. Fuse) DC Power Cable’s 7. - Page 49 MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Do not install the fuse until the installation is completed and all connections have been checked.
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Page 50: Configuration, Operation And Alignment
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G CONFIGURATION, OPERATION AND ALIGNMENT CONFIGURATION The Unified Administration System (UAS) manages all Client activities. UAS activities include system configuration such as access permissions, Quality of Service connectivity, etc. UAS activities also include hardware configuration such as channel assignment and power output. All configuration requirements are managed by the UAS. -
Page 51: Troubleshooting And Servicing
The Client is not a field repairable unit. If a unit is suspected to need servicing or re-alignment, then the unit should be removed from service and returned to M/A-COM for repairs. Periodic checks of frequency and modulation bandwidth should be performed during routine preventative maintenance checks. -
Page 52: Cable Fabrication
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 11 CABLE FABRICATION The following sections provide instructions for fabricating the network cable connections needed to connect to a Client. The assembly procedures are provided for reference and are superseded by any instructions provided with the connector. Always read and follow any instructions provided by the connector manufacturer 11.1 ETHERNET CABLE PLUG KIT The Ethernet cable connected to the Client uses a RJ-45 connector protected by an Industrial Circular... -
Page 53: Cable Preparation
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 11.1.3 Cable Preparation Prepare the cable using the following procedure: Reasonable care must be taken not to scrape or nick any part of the cable during the stripping operation. CAUTION 1. Slide the plug assembly (cable fitting end first) onto the cable. See Figure 11-2, Detail A. 2. -
Page 54: Figure 11-3: Cable Preparation Continued
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G Figure 11-3: Cable Preparation Continued... -
Page 55: Termination
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 11.1.4 Termination Terminate the RJ-45 plug to the cable end using the following procedure: 1. The conductors (maintaining arrangement) must be inserted into the load bar (oriented so that the cable notch will align with the contacts) until the cable jacket rests against the cable notch. The conductor twist must not enter the front of the load bar. -
Page 56: Assembly
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 3. The load bar (oriented so that the cable notch is aligned with the contacts) must be inserted into the RJ-45 plug until it butts against the mating feature of the RJ-45 plug, and the conductors are bottomed on the wire circuits. -
Page 57: Fiber Optic Cable Assembly
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 11.2 Fiber Optic Cable Assembly The Fiber Optic cable connected to the Client uses a rugged LC connector protected by an Industrial Circular plug assembly that protects the connector from weather elements. The Fiber optic Plug Kit (Tyco Electronics # 1828618-1), is shown in Figure 11-1. -
Page 58: 11-7: Fiber Optic Connector Assembly
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 4. Using shears, cut the strength members and filler flush with the jacket. 5. Using the template provided in the connector kit, mark both the 2.0mm jacketed subunits at the 27mm mark and the 8mm able slit mark. 6. -
Page 59: Protective Cover Assembly
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 11.2.3 Protective Cover Assembly 1. Open the loop on the lanyard and slide it over the plug nut. 2. Push the loop past the nut until it snaps into the groove. 3. The properly installed protective cover should appear as shown below.. 11-8: Protective Connector Cover Installed... -
Page 60: Technical Support
MM-010539-001, Rev. P6G 12 TECHNICAL SUPPORT M/A-COM’s Technical Assistance Center (TAC) resources are available to help you with overall system operation, maintenance, upgrades, and product support. TAC is your point of contact when you need technical questions answered. Product specialists, with detailed knowledge of product operation, maintenance, and repair, provide technical support via a toll-free telephone number (in North America). -
Page 61: Customer Resource Center
In addition, contact the Customer Resource Center to make arrangements for replacement equipment. Do not return any part of the shipment until you receive detailed instructions from a M/A-COM representative. Contact the Customer Resource Center at:... - Page 62 Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems Segment 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway Lynchburg, Virginia 24501 (Outside USA, 1-434-385-2400) Toll Free 1-800-528-7711 www.macom-wireless.com Printed in U.S.A.
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