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5G Outdoor gNB
Installation Guide
Document Part Number: DUG01085
Document Revision: A
Published: November 2021

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  • Page 1 2900 I P E E D N S T A L L A T I O N U I D E 5G Outdoor gNB Installation Guide Document Part Number: DUG01085 Document Revision: A Published: November 2021...
  • Page 2 Airspan Networks Ltd. reserves the right, without prior notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or specifications. Information supplied by Airspan Networks Ltd. is believed in good faith to be accurate and reliable, while every care has been taken in preparing these documents. However, Airspan Networks Ltd. does not make any representations and gives no warranties of whatever nature in respect of these documents, including without limitation, the accuracy or completeness of any information, facts and/or opinions contained therein.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide ABLE OF ONTENTS Document Information ........................4 Revision History ..........................4 Warnings and Cautions ........................5 Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies ..................5 Radio Interference..........................5 Modifications ............................ 5 General............................. 6 Important Safety Instructions ....................6 Safety…..............................
  • Page 4 Abbreviations ....................... 35 IGURES Figure 1: AirSpeed 2900 with GPS attached ....................16 Figure 2: AirSpeed 2900 Top Ports (with integrated antenna) ..............19 Figure 3: AirSpeed 2900 Bottom Ports ......................20 Figure 4: Environmental and Standard Compliance ................... 21 Figure 5: Tilt bracket Assembly ........................
  • Page 5 AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide ABLES Table 1: AirSpeed 2900 gNB Maximum Output TX Total Power ..............12 Table 2: Voltage & Amperage Draws ......................12 Table 3: Integrated Antenna Parameters ....................13 Table 4: Typographic Conventions ......................14 Table 5.
  • Page 6: Document Information

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Document Information This document details procedures for installing the Airspan’s AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5GB Outdoor unit. AirSpeed 2900 is a compact, easy to deploy gNB, for pole and wall installation. This document is intended for qualified personnel with a working knowledge of 5G.
  • Page 7: Warnings And Cautions

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Warnings and Cautions Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies The AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD unit should be operated from a minimum safe distance of 93 cm (3.05ft.) Radio Interference The AirSpeed 2900 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 8: General

    Failure to do so may void Airspan's product warranty and may expose the end user or the service provider to legal and financial liabilities. Airspan and its resellers or distributors are not liable for injury, damage or violation of regulations associated with the installation of outdoor units or antennas.
  • Page 9: Safety

    It is the user’s responsibility to install this device in accordance with the local electrical codes. 11. Installation of the AirSpeed 2900 gNB must be contracted to a professional installer. 12. The circuit breaker should be easily accessible in case you have to disconnect the device.
  • Page 10: Warning Symbols

    • AirSpeed 2900 gNB is designed to operate in environmental conditions complying with IP65 and relevant standards. Lightning Protection WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system.
  • Page 11: Outdoor Ethernet Cabling

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 2014/53/EU Czech: Airspan tímto prohlašuje, že tento přístroj je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 2014/53 / EU. Danish: Undertegnede, Airspan erklærer hermed, at følgende udstyrsenhed opfylder de væsentlige krav og andre relevante krav i direktiv 2014/53 / EF.
  • Page 12 This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Español: Por medio de este Airspan, declara que la unidad cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualquier otra disposición aplicable o exigible de la Directiva 2014/53 / UE. Greek: ΜΕ...
  • Page 13 Därmed intygar Airspan att denna enhet överensstämmer med de väsentliga egenskapskraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser som anges i direktiv 2014/53 / EU. Íslenska: Airspan lýsir hér með yfir að þessi eining uppfylli grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur tilskipunar 2014/53 / ESB. Norsk: Airspan erklærer herved at utstyrsenheten oppfyller grunnleggende krav og andre relevante krav i...
  • Page 14: Gps Compliance

     A GPS is recommended for synchronizing the unit.  An optional GPS Lightning/Surge protector is available from Airspan when installing the GPS antenna in a remote location for lightning prone deployments. Maximum Output TX Total Power Table 1: AirSpeed 2900 gNB Maximum Output TX Total Power...
  • Page 15: Antenna System

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Antenna System The AirSpeed 2900 supports the following antenna options: • Integrated antenna – front mount integrated antenna, supports two carriers, 2x 2T2R. • External antenna – 4 ports to two external antennas. Each antenna can serve a 2T2R sector in different directions.
  • Page 16: About This Document

    ➢ Install the AirSpeed 2900 ➢ Connect and manage cables Intended Audience This guide is intended for persons who are responsible for installing the AirSpeed 2900 equipment. Document Conventions This document uses the following typographic conventions. Table 4: Typographic Conventions...
  • Page 17: Related Reading

    Customer Care Help Desk Airspan’s Customer Care Help Desk offers prompt and efficient customer support services.  To avail Airspan’s Customer Care Help Desk support, you must be a registered user and must have a valid support contract. To register, click here and fill the Registration form.
  • Page 18: Getting Started

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Getting Started 1.1 AirSpeed 2900 Installation Checklist Plan the installation of the AirSpeed 2900 by using the Installation Checklist, which you can find as a removable job aid in Appendix A for this guide.
  • Page 19: Verifying Prerequisites

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide 2 Verifying Prerequisites Prior to installing the AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G, verify the required safety, power, tools, parts and components. This chapter includes the hardware, software, and client requirements for installation. 2.1 Verifying Site Requirements Verify where the AirSpeed unit is to be installed, access and installation method.
  • Page 20: Verify The Parts And Kits

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide 2.2.2 Verify the Parts and Kits  Verify order and requirements to ensure the correct unit type is being installed. Table 6. Parts & Kits Installation Product Code Consisting of: Images Kit / Part...
  • Page 21: Power Supply

    Operational Voltage Range: -40.5V to -57V DC 2.2.4 Connections The following diagrams display the connections on the top and bottom panels of the AirSpeed 2900.  The unit requires a secure ground connection and a grounding screw fitted with a flat washer and lock washer is provided on the back and clearly marked with the universal ground symbol.
  • Page 22: Figure 3: Airspeed 2900 Bottom Ports

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Figure 3: AirSpeed 2900 Bottom Ports © Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd., 2021 P/N DUG01085 Rev. A, Nov 2021...
  • Page 23: Physical Dimensions

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide 2.2.5 Physical Dimensions AirSpeed 2900 is an outdoor enclosure. The Airspeed 2900 should be only be installed in a restricted area. Table 7. AirSpeed 2900 Physical Dimensions Variant Dimensions (H x W x D) AS29-N48-DSC1 –...
  • Page 24: Airspeed 2900 Installation

    1. Unscrew the protective dust cap from the GPS antenna jack prior to mounting on the AirSpeed 2900. 2. Align the GPS jack with the plug attached to the top panel on the AirSpeed 2900 and screw on. 3.1.1 Weather-proofing the GPS Antenna Connection Weather-proofing of the GPS antenna connection is required.
  • Page 25: Pole Mounting Assembly

    Figure 5: Tilt bracket Assembly 3.3 Pole Mounting Assembly  Mount the AirSpeed 2900 unit in an orientation such that the RF connectors are facing up, and power/BH connectors are facing down. The following describes the pole mounting procedure: Remove the upper two (2) screws from the Pole/Wall bracket and set them aside to be used later.
  • Page 26: Figure 6: Position On Pole

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Figure 6: Position on Pole Insert a clinch clamp on the two (2) upper threaded rods and put on washers and nuts and hand tighten. Insert the bottom clinch clamp on the two (2) lower threaded rods and put on washers and...
  • Page 27: Figure 8: Pole Mounting Assembly

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Figure 8: Pole Mounting Assembly The following displays the AirSpeed 2900 mounted on a pole. Figure 9: Mounted on Pole © Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd., 2021 P/N DUG01085 Rev. A, Nov 2021...
  • Page 28: Wall Mount Assembly

    3.4 Wall Mount Assembly The following describes the wall mounting procedure: 1. Select the location on the wall to mount the AirSpeed 2900 mounting bracket. 2. Remove the upper two (2) screws from the Pole/Wall bracket and set them aside to be used later.
  • Page 29: Tilt Adjustment

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide 3.5 Tilt Adjustment On the AirSpeed 2900 it is possible, after assembly to adjust the unit’s tilt, either up or down. This allows for maximum system optimization and reduce interference while increasing coverage. There are adjustment slots located on the sides of unit body where it is attached to the Mounting bracket.
  • Page 30: Connect And Manage Cables

    AirSpeed 2900 and can be ordered separately. 4.1 Grounding The AirSpeed 2900 requires a secure ground connection and a grounding screw fitted with a flat washer and lock washer is provided on the back and clearly marked with the universal ground symbol.
  • Page 31: Led Display

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide 4.2 LED Display Two LEDs are displayed on the inside of the panel of the unit, providing unit status indication - reporting system status: System / Access, Backhaul. These are software controlled to provide a visual indication to the Installer and is illuminated once power is applied to the unit.
  • Page 32: Single Mode Lc Cable Insertion

    Insert the LC connector of the Single Mode fiber cable into the connector. Verify when engaged. 4.4 DC Cable Preparation The following demonstrates the recommended assembly instructions, hardware and tool requirements for the proper DC cable assembly used by Airspan products. Power Cable:  •...
  • Page 33: Figure 14: Stripping Dimensions (Dc Cable)

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Figure 14: Stripping Dimensions (DC Cable) Open the housing lock by sliding up then lift the clamp handle. Figure 15: Open Housing Lock Separate the housing into its component sections. Figure 16: Separate into Sections Insert the Gland nut through the other end of the cable.
  • Page 34: Figure 19: Power Wire Connection

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Secure the prepared ends of the cable into the inner part of the connector housing and tighten the 2 screws. Verify the wire polarity before securing, as shown in figure 19. Figure 19: Power Wire Connection Figure 20: Tightening of Set Screws Tighten the strap clamp screw as shown below.
  • Page 35: Figure 23: Place Split Rubber Gland

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Figure 23: Place Split Rubber Gland 10. Place the tightening cone onto the split rubber gland. Figure 24: Place Tightening Cone on Split Gland 11. Tighten the gland nut with a 21mm wrench, to a torque of no more than 2-2.5 Nm (1.47 –...
  • Page 36: Appendix A. Installation Checklist

    Appendix A. Installation Checklist During installation, review and perform all the steps on this checklist (in the given order). This checklist is meant for the person who performs the AirSpeed 2900 installation.  To make sure you complete all the tasks, detach or print this checklist and use it as a job aid.
  • Page 37: Appendix B. Abbreviations

    AirSpeed 2900 gNB 5G OD Installation Guide Appendix B. Abbreviations Table 9: ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS Term Expansion Decibel. A logarithmic unit used to describe a ratio (such as power ratio in radio telecommunications) An abbreviation for the power ratio in decibels (dB) of the measured power referenced to one milliwatt (mW).

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