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Dekolink DEKO2408 Product Manual

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  • Page 1 © Dekolink Wireless Ltd.—All Rights Reserved Rev. 2.00...
  • Page 3 In no event shall Dekolink Wireless Ltd. be liable for any damage resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and Dekolink Wireless Ltd. further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similes damages.
  • Page 4 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL AFETY ARNINGS AND DMONISHMENTS Throughout this manual, important safety warnings and admonishments are included to warn of possible hazards to persons or equipment. A safety warning identifies a possible hazard and then describes what may happen if the hazard is not avoided. The safety warnings –...
  • Page 5 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS LOSSARY The following is a list of abbreviations and terms used throughout this document. Abbreviation/Term Definition Automatic Gain Control Automatic Level Control Acceptance Test Results Base Transceiver Station Distributed Antenna System Downlink Downlink The path covered from the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) to the subscribers/service area via the Repeater Electro-Static Discharge...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    6.2 Local Mode Connection ..................... 18 6.3 Repeater Management System (RMS)................ 19 6.4 RMS650 – Main Screen Description ................21 6.5 Selecting Deko2408 or 2409 ..................22 6.6 Mini-Repeater Setup ....................25 6.7 Selecting the Operating Sub-Bands ................28 6.8 Finalizing the Operation Procedures ................32 Pub.
  • Page 8 EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL EKOLINK IRELESS 6.9 Alarms Screen ......................33 6.10 Configuration Screen....................34 6.11 Exiting the RMS Software ..................35 7. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING........36 7.1 General ........................36 7.2 Periodic Maintenance ....................36 7.3 Failure Display ......................36 7.4 Status LEDs Troubleshooting ..................36 7.5 Mini-Repeater Alarms....................38 7.6 Dry-Contact Alarms ....................42 ........43 A: D...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Repeater. 1.2 A PPLICATIONS Dekolink’s Mini Repeaters are highly suitable for deployment in dense urban environments, tunnels and other areas where physical structures cause low field strengths. These Mini Repeaters introduce new system capabilities that enable a wide variety of applications particularly when adjacent band selectivity and/or very high spectral purity are required.

  • Page 10: Controls And Indicators

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS different operation environments or adapt it to the evolving operating environment. The Switchable Bandwidth function provides you the capability to set the Repeater to one out of three pre-determined different frequency bandwidths, as per requirement. At each frequency band, the operating center frequency can slide all over the application bandwidth.
  • Page 11 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 1.4.2 Status LEDS The status LEDs provide indication on the Repeater operation. Their functions are (see Figure 2): • DL (Downlink) – Left-hand LED – Downlink path status indication • Power – Center LED – Power\ Major alarms status indication •...

  • Page 12: Features

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 1.5 F EATURES 1.5.1 General Some of the High selectivity Mini Repeater features are listed below: • 1/4 W (+24 dBm) Uplink and Downlink composite power • 80 dB RF gain • High linear amplification •...

  • Page 13: Models And Frequencies

    RODUCT ANUAL 1.6 M ODELS AND REQUENCIES Dekolink’s High selectivity Mini Repeater can be provided in several models, as listed below. The operating frequency ranges depend on the type and model, as specified in the following table. Repeater Model Model Number...

  • Page 14: Unpacking And Inspection

    • Verify that the equipment is complete, as listed below and under a packing slip. Contact Dekolink Wireless Ltd if any of this equipment is missing. Your Mini Repeater comes with the following equipment: •...

  • Page 15: Functional Description

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 2.1 G ENERAL The High selectivity Mini Repeater functional operation is based on a duplexed path configuration. In each path, the signal is down-converted to an Intermediate Frequency (IF); filtered by a Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) filter and up-converted back.
  • Page 16 Control (ALC). The ALC prevents excessive output power while maintaining the power amplifier linearity. The Repeater also includes Dekolink's Smart-ALC algorithm for gain control. This algorithm adjusts the gain of the Repeater paths in case of insufficient isolation. This feature prevents oscillation while maintaining gain utilization in the linear range operation.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 3. SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 G ENERAL This section provides the electrical, mechanical and environmental specifications of the Note Specifications are subject to change without notice. 3.2 E LECTRICAL PECIFICATIONS Parameter Downlink Uplink Frequency Range See paragraph 1.6 See paragraph 1.6 Passband Gain 80 ±2 dB...

  • Page 18: Environmental Specifications

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 3.5 E NVIRONMENTAL PECIFICATIONS The Mini-Repeater is designed for indoor installation. It meets the European IP54 standard for indoor equipment. Condition Value -20 °C to +50 °C Operating temperature -30 °C to +80 °C Storage temperature 3.6 C ONNECTORS...

  • Page 19: Installation And Turn-On

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 4. INSTALLATION AND TURN-ON 4.1 G ENERAL The small, lightweight High selectivity Mini Repeater is easy-to-install. It requires no measurement tools in almost every setting. 4.2 S AFETY NSTRUCTIONS Before installing the Repeater, review the following safety information: •...
  • Page 20 2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS Figure 5: Mini-Repeater – Dimensions Page 12 Proprietary Data Pub. 308-2005 Rev. 2.00S...

  • Page 21: Antenna Installation Site - Considerations

    A Distributed Antenna System (DAS) is frequently used. 4.6.3 Antenna Isolation For proper Repeater operation, Dekolink recommends that the isolation between the Base/Donor and the Mobile/Service antennas be 8 dB, in contrast with the 15 dB isolation required by conventional repeaters. Lower isolation can lead to high in-band ripple, oscillations and low Signal Quality.

  • Page 22: Turn-On Procedures

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 4.8 T ROCEDURES To turn-on the Mini-Repeater, proceed as follows: Notes Do not operate the Repeater without terminating the antenna connections with actual antennas or proper dummy loads. The High selectivity Mini-Repeater is provided set to maximum gain and maximum output power.

  • Page 23: Donor Antenna Alignment

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 4.9 D ONOR NTENNA LIGNMENT 4.9.1 General The DL LED in the front panel can be used as an RSSI level indicator without recurring to measurement equipment, and enables to align the Donor antenna for optimum operation.

  • Page 24: Rf Exposure Warning

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 4.9.3 Additional Tool In case the Mini-Repeater is connected locally to a laptop with the proper RMS software (refer to Section 6), the Controls and Parameters screen includes a Measurement window (see Figure 18). You can check the FWD Downlink (dBm) value while relocating the Donor antenna until you obtain a maximum input signal from the antenna.

  • Page 25: Daisy-Chained Mini-Repeaters

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 5. DAISY-CHAINED MINI-REPEATERS Several Mini-Repeaters can be daisy-chained to support an in-building coverage, in different floors or for different hot spots while being connected to a single Donor antenna. Figure 7 shows two repeaters in a daisy-chain configuration.

  • Page 26: Setup

    6. SETUP 6.1 G ENERAL This section provides the setup procedures for Mini-Repeaters Deko2408 and Deko2409. Since both repeaters operate similarly, the following instructions are provided once since the procedures are identical. Whenever necessary, the differences are provided for each repeater.

  • Page 27: Repeater Management System (Rms)

    6.3.1 General The Repeater Management System (RMS) software enables defining the operational parameters values for the Deko2408-09 Mini-Repeater. The RMS software is supplied with the Mini-Repeater. It provides full access to all control settings and monitoring capabilities. The RMS software should be installed and run on a host computer.
  • Page 28 2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 8. Double click on the c-RMS650 icon on the screen (see Figure 10) Figure 10: RMS Software – Install Command Screen 9. The Login screen is shown. Keep User Name as displayed and enter password "12345"...

  • Page 29: Rms650 - Main Screen Description

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 6.4 RMS650 – M CREEN ESCRIPTION The Main screen shown on the monitor at start-up is the main screen for the monitoring and control of Mini-Repeater Deko2118. It is divided into two areas: • On the left, the RMS650 management tree in a separate window.

  • Page 30: Selecting Deko2408 Or 2409

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 6.5 S 2408 2409 ELECTING 6.5.1 General Once the main screen is loaded, you are required to enter the identification data of the Mini-Repeater and its default parameter values. The Mini-Repeater is set to download the data automatically when the PC connects to it, or you can select the unit manually and then connect to the Mini-Repeater.
  • Page 31 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL Figure 13: Connection Procedure 6.5.3 Manual Selection Procedures You can manually select the Mini-Repeater out of a selection box. To select the Mini-Repeater, proceed as follows: 1. Drag the mouse tip to the Technician box (see Figure 14) in the Management Tree (at bottom) and right-click on it 2.
  • Page 32 2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 5. Press the Connect button at the bottom of Controls and Parameters screen 6. The Deko-RMS software initiates a communication session with the Mini-Repeater 7. Watch the unit connection procedure. When the connection is reached the upper window rectangle in the main screen is colored green (see Figure 13).

  • Page 33: Mini-Repeater Setup

    6.6 M EPEATER ETUP 6.6.1 General This section provides the setup and monitoring procedures for Mini-Repeater Deko2408-09. The Mini-Repeater setup consists of entering the operational parameters of the unit. Operation of Mini-Repeater Deko2408-09 includes: • Setting the Controls and Parameters fields •...
  • Page 34 2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS Figure 15: Displaying the Controls and Parameters Screen Figure 16: Link Main Fields in Controls and Parameters Screen Page 26 Proprietary Data Pub. 308-2005 Rev. 2.00S...
  • Page 35 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL Figure 17: Link Fields Values in Controls and Parameters Screen Figure 18: Measurement Fields in Controls and Parameters Screen Note All default settings are usually optimal, except the Max. Power and Max. Gain values (in the Link box) that are site dependent. Pub.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Operating Sub-Bands

    These procedures are performed in the Channeler area in the lower part of the Controls and Parameters screen. The procedures are identical for Mini-Repeater Deko2408 and Deko2409, as shown below. 6.7.1 Channeler Area - Main Fields and Tools The main fields and tools in the Channeler area are provided in Figure 19.
  • Page 37 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 6.7.2 Channeler Area – Channels Display The Channeler area provides three options to display the frequency range of the channels, as shown in Figure 20. Figure 20: Channeler Sub-Screen – Frequency Range Displays Pub. 308-2005 Rev. 2.00S Proprietary Data Page 29...
  • Page 38 EKOLINK IRELESS 6.7.3 Channeler Area – Sub-Band (Filter) Selection Mini-Repeater Deko2408-09 enables, by means of the SAW Switcher, to select one to three sub-bands of 1.5 (2) MHz, 10 MHz and 25 MHz [other values are available] (see Figure 21).
  • Page 39 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 6.7.4 Locating and Moving a Sub-Band with Arrow Buttons The Channeler area provides three slide buttons to slide and position the sub- bands along the frequency range of the Repeater, as shown in Figure 22. Figure 22: Channeler Sub-Screen –...

  • Page 40: Finalizing The Operation Procedures

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 6.8 F INALIZING THE PERATION ROCEDURES To finalize the parameters selection procedures, proceed as follows: Figure 23: Deko2408-09 – Final Setting (Acceptance) Procedures Page 32 Proprietary Data Pub. 308-2005 Rev. 2.00S...

  • Page 41: Alarms Screen

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 6.9 A LARMS CREEN The RMS650 software includes an Alarms page that displays the most probable cause of failure whenever the Mini-Repeater fails. The software outputs an alarm warning signal by turning the relevant LED to red. The Alarms pane enables fast troubleshooting by showing the failed function.

  • Page 42: Configuration Screen

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 6.10 C ONFIGURATION CREEN The RMS650 software can display the current configuration of the Mini-Repeater. The data in this screen cannot be changed. To view the Configuration screen, click on the Configuration tab Figure 25: RMS Software – Configuration Screen Page 34 Proprietary Data Pub.

  • Page 43: Exiting The Rms Software

    2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 6.11 E RMS S XITING THE OFTWARE The Repeater will stay online until forced to disconnect by: • Pressing the Disconnect button on its configuration screen To end the setup and to exit the RMS Software, proceed as follows: Figure 26: Mini-Repeater Setup –...

  • Page 44: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    7.3 F AILURE ISPLAY Mini-Repeater Deko2408-09 provides two modes for failure display: • Status Leds in Mini-Repeater • Alarms screen in Deko-RMS Workstation...
  • Page 45 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 7.4.3 DL LED Is Constantly Lit In Orange A constant orange DL LED indicates two optional operational statuses: Donor power input too high or low isolation in the system. Most probable cause: Donor power input is too high. Corrective action: Lower the input power by either setting the antenna to receive less power, or by adding an attenuator at the BASE connector.

  • Page 46: Mini-Repeater Alarms

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 7.5 M EPEATER LARMS 7.5.1 General The Mini-Repeater alarms screen is displayed by clicking in the Alarms tab. The Alarms are divided in three functional areas: • Power amplification area • Channeler area • General function area Figure 27: Mini-Repeater Alarms Screen Page 38...
  • Page 47 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 7.5.2 Link Alarms The Power Amplification alarms are provided for the Downlink and the Uplink paths. The troubleshooting procedures for these alarms follow. Figure 28: Mini-Repeater - Link Alarms 7.5.2.1 PAmp FWD Measure This LED is linked with the upper Amp FWD (forward) Threshold combo box. This LED shows malfunction in the Downlink path (there is no Uplink malfunction linked to this feature).
  • Page 48 2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 7.5.3 Channeler Alarms The Channeler alarms are provided for the Downlink and the Uplink paths. The troubleshooting procedures for these alarms follow. Figure 29: Mini-Repeater - Channeler Alarms 7.5.3.1 Lock Detect This LED shows malfunction similarly for the Downlink and Uplink paths. Most probable cause: Downlink (Uplink) Channeler module lock-detect failure.
  • Page 49 2408-09 EKOLINK IRELESS EPEATER RODUCT ANUAL 7.5.4.1 Temperature Shutdown Most probable cause: Unit temperature unit is too high. Mini-Repeater ceases operation. Corrective action: Check the Repeater case for external causes (sun, hot environment). Open case for cooling. CAUTION Do not cool with water 7.5.4.2 Temperature Warning Most probable cause: Unit temperature unit is becomes high.

  • Page 50: Dry-Contact Alarms

    2408-09 RODUCT ANUAL EPEATER EKOLINK IRELESS 7.6 D ONTACT LARMS The Repeater includes three dry-contacts for alarm visual (see Figure 4). You can connect an external warning lamp and/or a loudspeaker in either NC or NO configuration that shall alert the maintenance team in case of failure. Page 42 Proprietary Data Pub.

  • Page 51: Appendix A: Dekolink Wireless Limited Warranty

    (12) months from the date of activation of the Product or fifteen (15) months from the date of shipment of the Product by Dekolink. The obligations of Dekolink under this warranty shall be limited solely to the repair or exchange or giving credit for, at the option of Dekolink, any Product that may prove defective in accordance with evidence satisfactory to Dekolink.

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