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AIMA3000.FPAE
RF Forward Path Amplifier-Enhanced
Product User Manual
May/2016 - Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 AIMA3000.FPAE RF Forward Path Amplifier-Enhanced Product User Manual May/2016 - Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual AIMA3000.FPAE RF Forward Path Amplifier - Enhanced Product User Manual Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual Contents About This Manual ..............................5 Chapter Overview ....................................5 Related Documentation ..................................5 Document Conventions ..................................6 Technical Support ....................................6 Precautions .................................7 Overview ..................................8 Product Description ....................................8 3.2 Product Key Features ....................................8 3.3 Specifications ......................................9 3.3.1 Block Diagram ....................................10 3.4 Order Details ......................................11...
  • Page 4 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2.3 Module Port Alarms..................................23 6.2.4 Alarm Monitoring Configuration ..............................24 6.2.5 Output Status Monitoring ................................25 6.3 Logs Management....................................27 6.4 Device Upgrade ......................................28 6.5 Restoring Factory Defaults ..................................29 6.6 Reboot ........................................31 Troubleshooting .................................32 Declaration of Conformity ............................33 Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0...
  • Page 5: About This Manual

    The following documents may be used in conjunction with this manual: • Technetix.AIMA3000 - Product User Manual • Technetix.AIMA ASMM - Product User Manual • AIMA3000 NMS Web Management System Product User Manual Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Inventory Management Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Alarm Management Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic System Management...
  • Page 6: Document Conventions

    ‘*’ Asterisk: Points marked with an asterisk means there is a corresponding note on the page 1.4 Technical Support If you need help in the process of setting up and maintaining an FPAE, please contact Technetix technical support staff: Europe:...
  • Page 7: Precautions

    Outage or overload requiring service and repairs Unplug the unit and refer the servicing to Technetix qualified service personnel only. Servicing and repairs DO NOT attempt to service this unit yourself. Refer all servicing needs to Technetix qualified service personnel only. Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0...
  • Page 8: Overview

    3 Overview 3.1 Product Description The RF Forward Path Amplifier - Enhanced (FPAE) is designed to plug into Technetix latest generation Advanced Intelligent Multi-services Access platform - the AIMA3000. The FPAE accepts forward-path RF signals from 45 MHz to 1218 MHz through the RF input port.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    -40 ~ 70 °C Storage humidity 90 % (Non-condensing) Dimensions (W*D*H) 24.6 * 410 * 152.5 mm Weight Single: 0.88 kg Supported network Technetix NMSE or through ASMM’s Web Interface management options Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
  • Page 10: Block Diagram

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 3.3.1 Block Diagram Figure 3 1 Block diagram FPAE Table 3-1 FT5P Block Diagram Glossary Parameters Glossary RF INPUT RF Input Attenuator TP RF IN -20 dB RF -20 dB Input Test point SLOPE Slope Control...
  • Page 11: Order Details

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 3.4 Order Details A-FPAE-[Y]-[Z] RF Forward-Path Amplifier - Enhanced Options: Ports Single Bandwidth 45 ~ 1000 MHz 45 ~ 1218 MHz Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
  • Page 12: Module Characteristics

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 4 Module Characteristics 4.1 Module Appearance and Port Layout 4.1.1 Overview Front Panel Rear Panel Figure 4-1 Module Appearance Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
  • Page 13: Front Panel Layout

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 4.1.2 Front Panel Layout Figure 4-2 FPAE Front Panel Layout Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
  • Page 14 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual Table 4-1 FPAE Front Panel Functions Item Number Item Description Module Gain Control Mode Indicator MODE LED MGC: Green Light Blinking AGC: Green Module Alarm Indicator Normal: Green STATUS LED Minor Alarm: Amber Major Alarm: Red...
  • Page 15: Rear Panel Layout

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 4.1.3 Rear Panel Layout Figure 4-3 Rear Panel Layout Table 4-2 FT5P Rear Panel Functions Serial Number Item Description RF IN RF Input RF OUT RF Output Air Vent Air vent allowing air to flow out of the module...
  • Page 16: Installation

    Before installing this device, you must ensure that the unit is intact and ready for installation. Unpack and check the unit: Open the box to check for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If damage is found, please contact a Technetix customer support representative. Necessary equipment and tools for installation: Table 5.1 Necessary equipment and tools for installation...
  • Page 17: Module Installation

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 5.3 Module Installation Gently depress the orange retaining clip and release the hinged tab Hinged tab AIMA Module Orange retaining clip Hold the AIMA module casing upright, align it with the AIMA3000 slide rails for the correct slot, and insert the module until it reaches the multi-pin connector.
  • Page 18: Check Module Leds

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual After the module is inserted, gently push the hinged tab until it snaps into the orange retaining clip. While pushing down on the hinged tab, the AIMA module will mate with the power bus and will lock into the chassis...
  • Page 19: Module Configuration & Alarm Setup

    6 Module Configuration & Alarm setup The module configuration settings can be configured using the web interface and Technetix NMSE (network management software). This manual only provides details on the web interface. For login details and network setup, please refer to the AIMA-ASMM user manual.
  • Page 20 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual After selecting “Port”, the RF configuration screen will appear for the designated transmitter. Figure 6-1 In the FPAE “Port” configuration screen “Gain Control Type”, “Slope Control”, “Broadcast MGC”, “Narrowcast MGC”, and “Alarm Settings” become available. Total Gain is calculated by adding the Input Gain Level and the Output Gain Level with 10 dB.
  • Page 21: Alarms Monitoring

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2 Alarms Monitoring All alarm information is monitored by the ASMM module. If an alarm occurs, the operator can view the associated module page to find more detailed alarm information. 6.2.1 Alarm Status Pages Click the "Alarms" tab on the top menu bar to display an overview of the alarm status of all the installed modules.
  • Page 22: Module Operating Voltage And Temperature Alarm

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2.2 Module operating voltage and temperature alarm Click on the corresponding module, as shown in the following figure, to view the module alarm information. By clicking on “FPAE”, under “Modules” tab, the operator can view the module temperature and power supply voltage alarms. The operator can utilise the status indicators to judge whether the module is working properly.
  • Page 23: Module Port Alarms

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2.3 Module Port Alarms Click on the “Port” label under the selected module on the left column. On the module "Port" page, the operator can view the "Output Power", and the "AGC Status" alarms: Status has three conditions: •...
  • Page 24: Alarm Monitoring Configuration

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2.4 Alarm Monitoring Configuration Monitoring Function ON / OFF In the Configuration section, on the "Modules" page, click "Alarm Control" to toggle the monitoring function. Temperature, +12V, +5V Voltage Alarm Levels Management By default, temperature, +12 V and +5 V alarms are all set to ON. The check box ☑ as shown in Figure 6-6 toggles detection.
  • Page 25: Output Status Monitoring

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.2.5 Output Status Monitoring To setup Output status monitoring, select the “Port” label from the left menu under the desired module and then the monitoring parameters will be listed the in the “Alarm Settings” section, click on ☑ to toggle the alarms. Customers can change the monitoring parameters.
  • Page 26 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual Table 6-3 Module Alarm Indicator Definitions Parameters (Common) Description Definitions Related Indicators Lighting Conditions Power OFF Power OFF Power OFF All OFF During Module Initiating AM Power ON Green (2 times / sec) Power ON No Alarm...
  • Page 27: Logs Management

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.3 Logs Management The operator can view all the alarms of the modules in the chassis on the logs management page. Click “Logs” to enter the logs management page. Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com...
  • Page 28: Device Upgrade

    * The Web GUI above only supports the manual operation from a local PC. * The FPAE supports automated firmware updates and automatic backup & restore features via TFTP when managed via Technetix NMSE management software. Please refer to the NMSE Product User Manual for more information.
  • Page 29: Restoring Factory Defaults

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.5 Restoring Factory Defaults Loading the factory defaults can restore the device to the original factory settings. Detailed operations: Click the "Modules" tab on the top menu and click the module to be configured on the left menu. Click the "Apply" button in the "Factory Defaults"...
  • Page 30 AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual Table 6-3 Factory default and upgrade configuration parameters table Parameters Configuration Factory default value Alarm Control Enable/Disable Enable Gain Control Type AGC/ MGC Slope Control (dB) (0.0-9.0) Broadcast MGC (dB) (0.0-10.0) Narrowcast MGC (dB) (0.0-10.0) Enable Major/...
  • Page 31: Reboot

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 6.6 Reboot The module can be made to reboot remotely. Detailed operations: Click the "Modules" tab on the top menu, then click the corresponding FPAE module from the left menu, and click the "Apply" button in "Reboot" section. Next, click on "Submit" to confirm and then the module will automatically restart. The configuration of the module will not be lost after rebooting.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    AIMA3000.FPAE Product User Manual 7 Troubleshooting Indicator for determining faults If there is a fault, the operator can use the status LEDs to determine the location and condition of the fault. Please see Table 7-1 below: Table 7-1 Fault Judgement Table...
  • Page 33: Declaration Of Conformity

    8 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014 Manufacturer's Name: Technetix Manufacturer’s Address: Technetix Ltd, Innovation House, Technetix Business Park, Albourne, West Sussex, BN6 9EB Product Name: FPAE RF Forward-Path Amplifier - Enhanced Module Conforms to the following standards:...
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