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® -M17EHP/19P Optical Remote Unit (M-Cabinet) Manual MF0150A1A...
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DISCLAIMER: This document has been developed by CommScope, and is intended for the use of its customers and customer support personnel. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to eliminate errors, CommScope disclaims liability for any difficulties arising from the interpretation of the information contained herein.
Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Radio Frequency Remote Unit Receiver SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol Transmitter Uplink UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunication System Uninterruptible Power Supply WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access Wavelength Division Multiplex MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 5...
Notice: Only suitably qualified personnel are allowed to work on this unit and only after becoming familiar with all safety notices, installation, operation and maintenance procedures contained in this manual. 6. Notice: Keep operating instructions within easy reach and make them available to all users. Page 6 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
ICNIRP are valid: 0.2 for frequencies from 10 MHz to 400 MHz F (MHz) / 2000 for frequencies from 400 MHz to 2 GHz 1 for frequencies from 2 GHz to 300 GHz MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 7...
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To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or authorized installers – no harmonized frequency bands, operation requires license. Intended use: EU and EFTA countries. Indicates conformity with R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC certified by the notified body no. 0700. Page 8 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
* In case the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for the product was not included in the manual CD delivered, it is available upon request from the local sales offices or directly from CommScope at one of the addresses listed in the following chapter.
1. General 1.6. International Contact Addresses for Customer Support Canada United States CommScope Canada Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company 505 Consumers Road, Suite 803 620 North Greenfield Parkway Mail Mail Toronto M2J 4V8, Canada Garner, NC 27529, U.S.A. +1-905-878-3457 (Office)
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E-mail wisupport.ch@commscope.com Italy Iberia Region - Spain & Portugal CommScope Italy S.r.l., Faenza, Italy Andrew España S.A. A CommScope Company Via Mengolina, 20 Avda. de Europa, 4 - 2ª pta. Mail 48018 Faenza (RA) Mail Parque Empresarial de la Moraleja...
AWS-3 spectrum, faster and more reliable wireless service is ensured and network quality can be improved The ION-M17EHP/19P transports signals on the RF layer in a very inexpensive manner. This means that multiple operators and multiple technologies are moved simultaneously from a cluster of base stations to a remote location over the same fiber.
3. Functional Description The ION-M17EHP/19P is available in a multi-band configuration supporting 1900 MHz and 1700/2100 MHz in parallel and with extension option 700 MHz additionally. It has been specifically tested and optimized for GSM, CDMA2000, WCDMA, and LTE signals. Furthermore it is provisioned for future modulation schemes and frequency bands.
When opening the Remote Unit do not damage the warranty labels on the internal devices. The warranty is void if the seals are broken. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by CommScope, CommScope’s general limited product warranty (http://www.commscope.com/Resources/Warranties/) shall be the warranty governing the Remote Units, including the installation, maintenance, usage and operation of the Remote Units.
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The mounting procedures for a stand-alone Remote Unit without optional accessories are described and illustrated in the following sections. For further information regarding special mounting procedures including mounting of accessory equipment, please see separate manual. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 15...
4-1 Wall mounting, (metric dimensions) * The dowels are not part of the delivery since the suitable type depends on the on-site conditions (material of wall). Therefore, use dowels that are appropriate for the mounting surface. Page 16 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
U-beam, and fasten them immediately using the washers and nuts. Ensure that there is free access to the electrical connections as well as to the cabinet. The approved bending radius of the connected cables must not be exceeded. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 17...
A2 Form B TESPA screw band, Optical Form B Ø 8.0 screw band ES 119 Remote Unit stainless, 11 mm Hexagon nut M8 DIN 934 Pole Pole Pole-mounting bracket G0764M6 figure 4-3 Pole mounting (metric dimensions) Page 18 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
4-4 Mounting procedure for fan protection, (metric dimensions) This figure shows the long version of the RU. For dimensions of the short version, see Mechanical Specifications in chapter 7.2.3 or figure 7 3. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 19...
8. Notice: Use an appropriate torque wrench for the coupling torques: - for N-type connectors (2 N-m / 20 in lb) with 13/16 in opening, e. g. item no. 244379 available from the CommScope e-catalog - for 7/16 DIN-type (25 N-m / 19 ft lb) with 1 ¼ in opening, e.
4-6 Grounding bolt (left) and schematic view (right) After loosening the hex nut, connect the earth-bonding cable between the two washers as illustrated in the above. Then, fasten all parts again with the hex nut. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 21...
Notice: - for N-type connectors (2 N-m / 20 in lb) with 13/16 in opening, e. g. item no. 244379 available from the CommScope e-catalog - for 7/16 DIN-type (25 N-m / 19 ft lb) with 1 ¼ in opening, e.
Caution: Risk of injury by flying particles when compressed air is used. Wear protective clothing, especially protective glasses. 3. Remove metal chips and small particles from the mating and inner surfaces of the connector using compressed air. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 23...
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6. Clean the inside surface of the inner ring with a cotton bud drenched with isopropyl alcohol. 7. Clean the inside of the center conductor spring tines with a cotton bud drenched with isopropyl alcohol. Page 24 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
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10. Continue with the winding area using lint-free wipe drenched with isopropyl alcohol. 11. Continue with the inside mating surface of the inner ring. 12. Clean the outside surface of the center pin. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 25...
2. Join the connectors and turn the coupling nut until the thread grips. 3. Push in the connector until it clicks. 4. Fasten the coupling nut hand-tight. Do not turn the connector but the coupling nut only. Page 26 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
These measurements must be made with a sufficient length of optical fiber, at the input and output of the device which has to be measured. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 27...
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When you clean fiber components, always complete the following steps carefully: 1. Turn off the ION system (laser sources) before you inspect fiber connectors. 2. Check the connectors or adapters with a fiberscope before cleaning. Page 28 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
A protective plug is provided for the connection of the fibre-optic cables. figure 4-8 Protective-plug assembly Note: Only high-quality connectors must be used for this type of plug. Qualified brands are Diamond or Huber & Suhner. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 29...
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Use a spanner one groove for one contact or two with opening screw grooves for two contacts) over the backshell tight (no gap). cable(s) and push them into the backshell. No gap Seals with one groove Page 30 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
As additional protection for the optical fibres, this connector type can be supplemented by a special tube kit. To fasten the tube correctly, first unscrew the clamp ring (if already installed) of the original plug kit. Then, proceed according to the following instruction: MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 31...
Protective tube the backshell! Push the fiber-optic cable carefully through the tube until it comes out at the other end. G1055M0 figure 4-9 Tube-kit installation Page 32 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
As accessory equipment the alarm kit is available to connect external devices to the external alarm inputs and outputs. For the exact ID No., please refer to section 7.3 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 33...
Spare Parts. Subminiature circular connectors series 712 with five and seven contacts, which are contained in the alarm kit, can be ordered directly from the Binder Connector Group, the manufacturer, or indirectly from CommScope. For the location of the external-alarm inputs and outputs see figure “Connector Flange”.
The manufacturer / supplier of this system assumes no liability for Note: damage caused by equipment connected to external outputs or by effects from such equipment. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 35...
240-Volt service. Always make sure that your local requirements are kept. For the DC power supply, observe the local regulations of the DC service provider. With the mains power turned off, the power supply plug must be connected to the Remote Unit’s mains connector. Page 36 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
E2000 APC8° connector Spanner with opening 32 Electrical connections Mains cable Connect AC power to the power cable. Connecting kit Ensure there is a circuit breaker between mains and RU. G1055Z0 Mains Switch mains power on. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 37...
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ALC alarm: Decrease DL input power of service affected band. VSWR alarm: Check antenna and cable. Finished setting up all RUs? Proceed to MU to set up the SW Output: Go to MU All RUs okay. Page 38 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
Master Controller).Explicit troubleshooting is also available in the MU software (software manual or WEB Interface). The connection of the external alarms inputs and outputs provided is described in chapter 4.2.11. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 39...
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Take care not to unintentionally damage the seals on the modules to maintain warranty. Please keep these guidelines in mind during maintenance: Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by CommScope, CommScope’s general limited product warranty (http://www.commscope.com/Resources/Warranties/) shall be the warranty governing the Remote Units, including the installation, maintenance, usage and operation of the Remote Units.
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6. Screw the whole fan unit to the cabinet with the four tallow-drop screws M4x8 (see step 2). In order not to exceed the specified torque of 3.3 N-m, use an appropriate tool. MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P Page 41...
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Take care that the material is not scratched or damaged. 5. After cleaning the heat sink, mount the fan unit again according to section 6.2 Replacing the Fan Unit step 6. Then, switch the Remote Unit back on. Page 42 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
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Height, width, depth * 831 x 156 x 147 mm (32.7 x 6.14 x 5.79 in) Weight 20 kg (44 Ib) Spacing required: 40 mm (1.58 in) around unit All data is subject to change without notice. Page 44 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
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7160013 Protective Cap E 2000 7158914 Fan Protection Kit 7159097 Fan Unit 7158254 Protective Tube Kit 7162182 Manuals for ION-M17EHP/19P 7714241-00 Accessories Wall Mounting Wall-Mounting Kit 7158078 ISO Trafo Kit 230 V Wall Mounting 7158322 Overcoat Housing Kit Wall Mounting...
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Environmental and Safety ........ 43 External-Alarm Inputs & Outputs ......33 Mechanical ............43 Status LED ............. 38 F T Fiber-Optical Components (Installation, Cleaning) 28 Flange Connector (7 poles) ........34 Troubleshooting ............. 38 Page 46 MF0150A1A.doc Manual for ION-M17EHP/19P...
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