Vecima VistaMAX OBR3650 Installation And Operation Manual

Outdoor base station transceiver

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VistaMAX OBR3650
Outdoor Base Station Transceiver
Installation and Operation Guide

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  • Page 1 VistaMAX OBR3650 Outdoor Base Station Transceiver Installation and Operation Guide...
  • Page 2 This publication is also available electronically on the World Wide Web at the following address: www.vecima.com Vecima Networks Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Vecima Networks Inc. to provide notification of such revision or change.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ................................................i Warnings and Advisories ......................................i Regulatory Notices ........................................ii Getting Support ..........................................iii Finding Related Documentation ................................... iii Technical Support ........................................ v Warranty and Service Policies ....................................vi 1.0 Introduction ............................................1-1 1.1 OBR3650 Overview ......................................... 1-1 1.2 Specifications ...........................................
  • Page 4 3.7.10 Subscriber Station Modulation Table ............................3-20 3.7.11 Checking Base Station Status ................................3-20 3.7.12 SS Table ........................................3-21 3.7.13 PKM AUTH Table ..................................... 3-21 3.7.14 PKM TEK Table ......................................3-21 A1 Molex® Backshell Installation ....................................A-1 A1.1 Molex® Backshell Components ................................
  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface Warnings and Advisories CAUTION Before installing and operating this equipment, read all safety, installation and operating sections. Retain this manual for future reference. Follow all instructions - failure to do so may result in damage to the unit or severe personal injury. CAUTION Servicing should not be attempted by the user.
  • Page 6: Regulatory Notices

    (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The users should not modify or change this device without written approval from Vecima Networks. Modification will void warranty and authority to use the device.
  • Page 7: Getting Support

    The user manuals for the VistaMAX series of products may be downloaded from our FTP site as follows: Step 1 Using a web browser, visit https://files.vecima.com Step 2 Select 103 from the ‘Jump to Download Area’ drop menu and click on ‘Go!’...
  • Page 8 Document Conventions This manual uses the following special formats to emphasize key information. Be aware of all warnings and cautions before you begin to install the OBR3650. WARNING Whenever you see this icon and heading, the associated text addresses or discusses a critical safety or regulatory issue.
  • Page 9: Technical Support

    Visit the Vecima Networks Web page at www.vecima.com. • Get the latest announcements from Vecima Networks. • Download product related software, manuals, application notes, or other information about Vecima products. For technical support: Contact technical support by telephone or email. •...
  • Page 10: Warranty And Service Policies

    Warranty Statement Vecima Networks warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two years. The warranty begins on the date of the original shipment from Vecima Networks to its customer. No claim may be allowed for expenses incurred in installation or use.
  • Page 11 Descriptions of these charges and warranty exemptions are listed below: (1) Repair turnaround time is typically 5-14 business days after receipt of the item at Vecima Networks. A flat rate repair charge will apply to all out-of-warranty items. Flat rate repair charges are subject to change without notice.
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  • Page 13: Introduction

    The OBR3650 is part of the WiMAX compliant VistaMAX family of base stations, subscriber units, and network equipment available from Vecima Networks. The OBR3650 operates in the 3650 to 3675 MHz band. It requires an additional indoor Power over Ethernet switch such as the VPN100002.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    -91 dBm Integrated Antenna Options N female Network Item Specification LAN Interface 10/100BaseT 802.3 Ethernet Management/Monitoring Interfaces SNMP (WiMAX Forum MIBs + Vecima Networks extensions) Built-in HTTPS web server Telnet/SSH CLI Syslog Operation Parameters Item Specification Lightning Protection Multi-strike protection built-in...
  • Page 15: Installation

    CHAPTER 2.0 Installation 2.1 Unpacking the Unit Carefully remove the equipment form the packing material and set it on a solid surface, such as a table or desk. If it appears damaged in any way, notify the carrier and keep all packing materials for inspection by the carrier’s agent. 2.2 Mounting the OBR3650 The following hardware is included in the box for mounting the OBR3650 to the pole: •...
  • Page 16 Figure 2-2 & 2-3 describe the steps necessary to prepare the OBR3650 for pole mounting. Figure 2-2 Preparing the OBR3650 for Pole Mounting (Part 1) Approved: C.W. obr3650_ml_01_sd...
  • Page 17 Figure 2-3 Preparing the OBR3650 for Pole Mounting (Part 2) obr3650_ml_01_sd Approved: C.W.
  • Page 18 After preparing the OBR3650 for pole mounting, hold the OBR3650 against the pole at the desired height then place the Pole Catch Bracket onto the opposite side as shown in Figure 2-4. Fasten a lock washer and nut onto all four carriage bolts and tighten until the OBR3650 is suitably secured in place.
  • Page 19 If not using a pre-made cable assembly (such as a CAT5CABLE/OD/25, CAT5CABLE/OD/50, CAT5CABLE/ OD/75 or CAT5CABLE/OD/10 from Vecima Networks), then a cable assembly will have to made using the Molex® backshell included with the OBR3650. Please see Appendix 1 for details on how to install the Molex®...
  • Page 20: Water Proof The Connection

    2.2.1 Water Proof the Connection Wrapping the antenna connection with sealing tape keeps the connection tight and protects against moisture. To water proof the connection follow these steps: Step 1 Use a section of rubber sealing tape. Starting at the OBR3650 end, stretch the tape and wrap it around the connector as close as possible to the body of the OBR3650.
  • Page 21: Installing The Grounding Apparatus

    To assemble and attach the ground lug: 1. Locate the grounding point on the OBR3650. This is at the bottom of the OBR, to the right of the Vecima sticker. 2. On the grounding lug, assemble the grounding combination in the following order: Lug >...
  • Page 22 Grounding the Base Station Vecima Networks requires that the OBR3650 be connected to the tower grounding system as shown in Figure 2-11. Figure 2-9 Grounding the OBR3650 CAUTION Vecima Networks requires that the CAT5E cable to the OBR3650 is connected to a lightning surge...
  • Page 23: Power Surge Protection

    2.3.2 Power Surge Protection Use the surge suppressor to protect your equipment and secure your data from power surges. To connect the Cablefeed Shield to the Surge Suppressor Ground Lug 1. Remove the suppressor unit cover. 2. Thread the Ethernet cable through the right side opening to the suppressor. 3.
  • Page 24: Grounding The Base Station

    2.3.3 Grounding the Base Station Vecima recommends grounding the base station using one of the following procedures depending on your configuration. If you are unsure which procedure to use, use procedure B. Procedure A: Grounding the base station so that the building and the tower share the same earth ground: 1.
  • Page 25 Procedure B: Grounding the base station so that the building and the tower use different earth grounds: 1. Connect the chassis of the OBR3650 to the tower via the grounding lug on the back of the unit. See “2.3.3 Grounding the Base Station”.
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