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Installation and Configuration Guide
P/N: 709C00110x
REV: 1.1
Date: July 2006

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  • Page 1 Installation and Configuration Guide P/N: 709C00110x REV: 1.1 Date: July 2006...
  • Page 2 Preface Preface Material MobileAccess Ltd. Vienna, Virginia Tel: +1-703-848-0200 MobileAccess Ltd. Lod, Israel Tel: +972-8-9183888 http://www.MobileAccess.com MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...
  • Page 3 CCESS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE UPDATES IMPROVEMENTS AND ENHANCEMENTS TO THIS DOCUMENT AND THE PRODUCTS TO . MOBILEACCESS MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR WHICH IT RELATES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO THE USER IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO THIS DOCUMENT OR ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.

  • Page 4: Preface Material

    RESPECT TO ANY GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICES PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. MOBILEACCESS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH FURNISHING OF GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICE HEREUNDER, OR THE PERFORMANCE, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICE.
  • Page 5 Compliance with RF safety requirements: • MobileAccess™ products have no inherent significant RF radiation. • The RF level on the downlink is very low at the downlink ports. Therefore, there is no dangerous RF radiation when the antenna is not connected.

  • Page 6: Certification

    Per section 15.204B. ID:OJFMA850 will only be supplied as complete system per section 15.204(b) of rules. FCC certification for MA 850A1 is valid for use only with the following elements: Antenna types: section 2.4.1 in this User Guide AP Types: section 2.5 in the User Guide NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 7: Professional Installation Of Transmitter

    2. The installation must be controlled and follow the requirement of "Installation Manual" (P/N:709C001103). Each potential installer must receive special training, which is a condition for receiving the license from MobileAccess Inc to become a "licensed" installer. The installation procedure as described in the "Installation Manual" includes the mechanical installation and initial setup by a PC based tool.

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Preface Preface Material About This Guide This user guide provides all the information necessary to install and configure the MobileAccess 850A1 units. Revision History The revision history for this document is shown in Table 1-1. Table 1-1: Revision history Version...

  • Page 9: List Of Acronyms

    Preface Preface Material List of Acronyms Automatic Gain Control Bi-Directional Amplifier Base Unit Downlink Remote Hub Unit Signal to Noise Ratio Uplink Volts Direct Current Access Point MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    1.3.1 Standalone........................4 1.3.2 Add-On to MA 1000 RHU ....................4 1.3.3 Add-on to MA 2000 System ....................4 1.4 Signal Distribution in the MA 850A1 .................... 5 1.5 Commissioning and Monitoring....................7 1.6 MA 850A1 Connections, LEDs and Ports ..................7 1.6.1 Front Panel Port Connections and LEDs ................
  • Page 11 4.1 Local Configuration and Monitoring................... 24 4.1.1 Getting Started......................24 4.1.2 MA 850A1 Customer Tool Window Description..............25 4.1.3 Configuration Using MA 850A1 Customer Tool ..............26 4.1.4 Monitoring Using MA 850A1 Customer Tool ..............26 4.2 Remote - Web Browser Session....................27 4.2.1 IP Configuration Procedure .....................
  • Page 12 Preface Preface Material SNMP Management Using Any Standard SNMP Manager ........... 41 5.1 Traps List ..........................41 MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...

  • Page 13: Introduction To The Ma 850A1 System

    Network. The MA-850 can be deployed in a stand-alone mode for Wi-Fi only environments, or it can be connected to other MobileAccess elements (MA-1000/2000) to deliver Wi-Fi along with other wireless services including cellular/PCS, public safety, and WMTS. Unlike traditional Wi-Fi deployments, where 802.11 Access Points (APs) are installed on ceilings and walls throughout the facility, the MA-850 enables organizations to cluster their 802.11 APs...

  • Page 14: Ma 850A1 Features And Capabilities

    The same cables and antennas used for Wi-Fi can be used to support the simultaneous extension and distribution of other wireless voice and data services, as follows: Data services from four 802.11b/g APs and 802.11a APs Mobile services from MobileAccess 1000/2000, ModuLite or Litenna remote units • Simple installation and maintenance:...

  • Page 15: Unit Architecture

    AP port. Installation Configurations The MA 850A1 can be installed as a standalone unit or integrated with MA 1000/2000 systems and its signals converged with the mobile services to be distributed through the MA 850A1 antenna connections.

  • Page 16: Standalone

    Add-On to MA 1000 RHU The MA 850A1 can be installed as an add-on unit to a MA 1000 RHU. In this type of installation, the MA 1000 RHU services are routed to the MA 850A1 inputs where they are integrated with the MA 850A1 Wi-Fi data services and, through the MA 850A1 antenna connections, distributed through the same coax broadband antenna infrastructure.

  • Page 17: Signal Distribution In The Ma 850A1

    (where MA 1000/2000 systems are integrated with the MA 850A1), over all connected antennas. For example, the signals from an AP connected to 802.11 port-2, is routed to antenna port-2; signals from an AP connected to 802.11b/g port-4, is routed to antenna 4, etc.
  • Page 18 Signal Distribution in the MA 850A1 The following figure shows an 802.11a/b/g distribution example. Signals of AP connected to 802.11a ports 1 and 2 are routed to the corresponding antenna ports (1 and 2). Signals of AP connected to 802.11b/g ports 2 and 3 are routed to the corresponding antenna ports (2 and 3).

  • Page 19: Commissioning And Monitoring

    Commissioning and Monitoring Commissioning and Monitoring MA 850A1 AP and antenna connections can be remotely monitored by opening a WEB session to the IP address of the unit. The unit is assigned a default IP address (labeled on its network port) which can be remotely redefined using the procedure in section 4.2.1.

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Port Connections And Leds

    Connection to Relevant only when MA 1000 RHU services are integrated with control MA 850A1 services. Connects to the RHU rear panel Control connector. Routes the antenna sensing (indication of whether antenna is present) to the RHU for monitoring via the management application.

  • Page 21: Infrastructure Preparation

    2. Telecom Closet Planning: Planning the layout of the devices and cables in the telecom closet or shaft. This includes the MA 850A1, 802.11 Access Points, cabling and other voice service distribution systems such as MA 1000 that are relevant to the specific installation.

  • Page 22: Coaxial Cable Connections

    Use coax RG223, 50ohm, male-to-male N-type for RF connections from the BUs to the BTS/RBS and to the RIU. • When using the MobileAccess™ system in an environment in which other indoor coverage systems are installed, it is recommended (where possible) that the antennas are placed at least two meters apart •...

  • Page 23: Power Consumption, Connections And Power Supplies

    PS configuration. 3. Use only UL approved power supplies 4. AC and DC power supply cables – use only the power cords supplied with the units 2.3.2 MA 850A1 Power Consumption Table 2-1. MobileAccess™ Power Requirements Unit Type Voltage Input...

  • Page 24: In-Building Antennas

    2.4.1 Antenna Types These antenna types are to be used with the MA-850A1 device. NOTE: If your installation distributes 802.11b/g only, you may use any of the first three vendor types of listed antennas: Mars Antennas, Cellwave or Antenna Specialists. For 802.11a/b/g service distribution, use antennas from the second table below.

  • Page 25: Access Points

    Access Points Access Points The following vendor Access Points have been verified and FCC approved. Table 2-5. Approved Access Points Vendor Catalog number FCC-ID Cisco AIR-AP124AG-A-K9 LDK102056 802.11b/g MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...

  • Page 26: Installation

    AK-850-SA Accessory kit for 850 stand alone Positioning the Unit MobileAccess 850 is typically installed in the communication shaft or cabinet of each floor to which WLAN coverage is to be supported. The accessories, mounting and installation procedures vary depending on the configuration.

  • Page 27: Ma 850A1 Installation And Connections

    Ethernet port. In a wall-mount standalone configuration, MA 850A1 is mounted to the wall using four screws. When mounted to another MA remote (MA 1000 with or without MA 1200, MA 2000), a special bracket and set of accessories is used.

  • Page 28: Mounted Onto Ma 1000

    MA 850A1 Installation and Connections 3.3.2 Mounted onto MA 1000 In this type of installation, the MA 850A1 is assembled onto the MA 1000 RHU using a special bracket. 1. Secure the supplied bracket to the top of the MA 1000 RHU.

  • Page 29: Mounted Onto An Ma 1200 / Ma 1000 Installation

    Existing installation - install the MA 850A1 on top of the MA 1200. As an existing installation In this type of installation, the MA 850A1 is assembled onto the MA 1000 RHU using a special bracket. 1. Secure the supplied bracket to the top of the MA 1200 add-on.

  • Page 30: Add-On To A Ma 2000 System

    MA 850A1 Installation and Connections 3. Connect the MA 850A1 to the MA 1000 / MA 1200 and MA 1000 as follows: • Connect the MA 1000 antenna ports and the MA 850A1 Mobile Services ports using supplied in the accessory kit...

  • Page 31: Ma 850A1 Rc 2000 Assembly

    MA 850A1 RC 2000 Assembly 1. Assemble two side brackets to the plate sides as illustrated in Figure 3-5. 2. Assemble the MA 850A1 module to the supplied bracket using the four screws and washers as illustrated below. Side bracket...
  • Page 32 MA 850A1 Installation and Connections 4. Connect the RC antenna ports to the MA 850A1 front panel port connectors as illustrated below. Figure 3-7. Illustration of RC Antenna port connections 5. Connect the antennas to the MA 850A1 antenna ports.

  • Page 33: Ma 850A1 Rack Mount

    The MA 850A1 may be mounted independently on the wall near the RC cabinet. • Connect the RC antenna ports to the SMA connectors on the MA 850A1 front panel. • Connect the antenna to the MA 850A1 antenna ports.

  • Page 34: 802.11A/B/G Ap Connections

    802.11a/b/g AP Connections 802.11a/b/g AP Connections This section describes the MA 850A1 ports to be connected to the 802.11a/b/g APs. The antenna zone over which the signal is distributed corresponds directly to the AP port connection, therefore, when connecting the 802.11 APs, keep in mind the area to be covered.

  • Page 35: Configuration And Management

    It is required to perform the following configuration procedures: • Change the default IP address • Connected antennas (if not all antennas are connected) NOTE: The configuration may be performed either before or after installation. The configuration can be performed either through: •...

  • Page 36: Local Configuration And Monitoring

    Getting Started 1. Install the 850 MA Customer Tool application on your computer. 2. Locally connect to the MA 850A1 Local connector using the RS232 9-pin cable provided with the MA 850A1 unit. 3. Launch the application on the computer. The MA 850A1 Customer Tool dialog appears.

  • Page 37: Ma 850A1 Customer Tool Window Description

    Local Configuration and Monitoring 4.1.2 MA 850A1 Customer Tool Window Description The MA 850A1 Customer Tool window is displayed according to the instructions in the previous section. The window provides the channel configuration and monitoring options. It is divided into the following areas: •...

  • Page 38: Configuration Using Ma 850A1 Customer Tool

    4.1.3 Configuration Using MA 850A1 Customer Tool 1. It is assumed that you are now locally connected to the MA 850A1 and have launched the Customer Tool on you computer according to the instructions in the previous sections. 2. All antennas are configured by default as being connected (Antenna Select – Enable). For channels where an antenna is not connected, under Antenna Select, choose Disable.

  • Page 39: Remote - Web Browser Session

    Fail – AP not detected at the port. Remote - Web Browser Session NOTE: Be sure that there is not an open local session (section 3.4) to the MA 850A1 unit before you attempt to open a remote session to the same unit; otherwise, the unit may stop responding.

  • Page 40: Ip Configuration Procedure

    4.2.1 IP Configuration Procedure MA 850A1 units connected to the network may be assigned either dynamic IP Addresses through DHCP or static IP addresses (for networks without DHCP). The addresses may be assigned from a single location using the Lantronix DeviceInstall application supplied with the units.

  • Page 41: Assigning A Static Ip Address

    4.2.1.3 Assigning a Static IP Address NOTE: This procedure requires the MAC address of the MA 850A1, which is found on the label located at the rear of the unit. Perform the following procedure for each of the MA 850A1 units listed in the Lantronix DeviceInstaller main window which are to be manually assigned IP Addresses.
  • Page 42 Remote - Web Browser Session Figure 4-6. MAC Address MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...
  • Page 43 Remote - Web Browser Session 2. Click Next. The IP Address Assignment Method window appears. Figure 4-7. Static IP Address 3. Select Assign a specific IP address; then, click Next. The IP Settings window appears. Figure 4-8. Static IP Address Definition MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...
  • Page 44 4. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway values; then, click Next. The Assignment window appears. Figure 4-9. Assignment Window 5. Click Assign to assign the MA 850A1 unit the defined parameters. Once the parameters have been assigned, the message ‘Completed Successfully’ appears and the Finish button is enabled.

  • Page 45: Configuring The Snmp Parameters

    Configure the SNMP Community and Trap destination addresses according to the instructions in this section. NOTE: The required communication parameters are pre-set for each MA 850A1 unit. However if you do not succeed in connecting to the Telnet application, verify the serial communication parameter page 34 section 4.2.1.5...

  • Page 46: Configuring Serial Parameters

    This section describes how to verify and configure the serial communication parameters for each MA 850A1 unit. 1. From the DeviceInstaller Main window, select the MA 850A1 unit to be configured and click the Configure button the toolbar. The Configure Device dialog appears.

  • Page 47: Login And User Levels

    Control None; then, click OK. The DeviceInstaller Main window appears. 4.2.2 Login and User Levels You may login to the MA 850A1 unit through any Web browser. Two user levels are available: • guest (guestpass) – monitoring options only •...
  • Page 48 Remote - Web Browser Session Application Version Figure 4-14. Login Window 3. Select the User (guest or admin) and the password; where admin has configuration privileges. 4. Click Login. The Main configuration window appears. The window shows the current configuration (Active Configuration) and provides access to configuration and monitoring options.

  • Page 49: Ma 850A1 View

    4.2.3 MA 850A1 View Upon login, the MA 850A1 View shows the current 802.11b/g AP and antenna connections. Menu options on the left side provide access to various configuration options as described in Table 4-1. Element color indications is described in Table 4-2.

  • Page 50: Gain Setting For 802.11B/G Channels

    Gain Setting for 802.11b/g Channels The default gain for each 802.11b/g channel is set to 0dB. MA 850A1 enables the authorized user (admin level) to adjust the gain for every channel to counteract changes in the environment.

  • Page 51: Monitoring Alarms

    3. Click Accept. The gain value for the channels at the unit is displayed under the Gain Value column. Monitoring Alarms MA 850A1 provides the following alarms, which may be viewed by clicking the Alarms button in the Main window: •...
  • Page 52 Monitoring Alarms Figure 4-17. Alarms Window MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...
  • Page 53 The MA 850A1 packages provide MIBSs that enable standard SNMP (Version 2.0) managers such as HP OpenView to view event traps sent by the MA 850A1 unit and to configure the unit. One MIB file is provided: MA-XPORT850-MIB– describes the architecture of the managed elements and contains the events in the system NOTE: These traps provide a general indication of the type of failure.
  • Page 54 From a computer (configured to receive the traps), load the two MIB files to the SNMP manager. The following figure shows the MIB tree that includes the loaded MobileAccess 850 file. MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...
  • Page 55 Traps List Figure 5-1. MIB Tree with Loaded MobileAccess 850 Files MA 850A1A1 Installation and Configuration Guide...

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