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- Page 1 EXPRESS Single-Carrier DAS Installation and Operations Manual Version 2 .2 – N ovember 2 013 ©2013 S OLiD. A ll R ights R eserved. C onfidential & P roprietary. ...
- Page 2 SOLiD reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall SOLiD be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use or loss of profits. SOLiD further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages. This disclaimer of liability applies to all products, publications and services during and after the warranty period.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Contents 1 Introduction ....................... 1 Intended Audience ........................1 Document Conventions ........................ 1 Getting Support ..........................1 Safety and EMC Approvals ......................2 ... - Page 4 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1.2 MRU/ARU Environmental Data ..................35 5.1.3 MRU/ARU Mechanical Specifications ................36 5.1.4 MRU RF Specifications ....................37 5.1.5 ARU RF Specifications ....................38 MRU/ARU Components ......................
- Page 5 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.6.3 Connecting ODU Optic Cabling ..................75 Installing the DMS-600 ....................... 75 9 Installation – OEU ....................76 Before you Begin ........................76 Install OEU Chassis ........................77 ...
- Page 6 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.7.3 MRU Alarm Troubleshooting ..................117 12.7.4 OEU Alarm Troubleshooting ..................118 13 Appendix – Additional Functions ................ 119 13.1 Shutdown Function (Tx Output Shutdown) ................119 ...
- Page 7 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 6.3 – OEU Internal View ......................... 53 Figure 6.4 – OEU Front Panel ........................56 Figure 6.5 – OEU Rear Panel ........................56 Figure 7.1 – DAS Management with DMS-600 ..................57 ...
- Page 8 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 12.8 – Configuration Screen ......................111 Figure 12.9 – Validating the Uplink Path ....................113 Figure 12.10 – Validating the Downlink Path ................... 114 Figure 13.1 – Optical Loss Information ....................121 List ...
- Page 9 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Table 6.4 – OEU Components – Mechanical Specifications ..............54 Table 6.5 – OEU Front Panel Indicators ....................56 Table 6.6 – OEU Rear Panel Connectors ....................56 Table 7.1 – DMS-600 Specifications ......................58 ...
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Page 11: Introduction
To authorize technical support or to establish a return authorization for defective units, make sure you have the SOLiD serial numbers available. Serial numbers are located on the back of the unit, as well as on the box in which it was delivered. You can get additional support information by contacting SOLiD by email or telephone: support@solid.com... -
Page 12: Safety And Emc Approvals
Any DAS system or Fiber BDA will generate radio (RF) signals and continuously emit RF energy. • Avoid prolonged exposure to the antennas. SOLiD recommends maintaining a 3-foot minimum clearance from the antenna while the system is operating. Do not look into the ends of any optical fiber. Laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the •... -
Page 13: Overview And Specifications
– typically using just one fiber to connect a building. And like the ALLIANCE DAS system, SOLiD’s multi-carrier DAS solution, EXPRESS is durable so it can be mounted indoors or outdoors. Plus its small footprint design requires minimal space. -
Page 14: Features
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual The Express DAS platform serves two primary market segments: first as a carrier deployed coverage enhancement product for their specific frequencies and second as a low cost, public safety / single carrier product. 2.1 Features The EXPRESS DAS system is a flexible and cost-effective solution offering: Flexibility ... -
Page 15: Figure 2.1 - Express Distributed Antenna System (Das) Topology
Figure 2.1 – EXPRESS Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Topology The SOLiD EXPRESS Base Station Interface Unit (BIU), commonly referred to as the headend, receives signals from the carrier’s base station and sends these to the system’s Optical Distribution Unit (ODU). -
Page 16: Siso Configuration
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual The DAS Management System (DMS-600) is a network management device that provides remote control and monitoring of the DAS through a standard Internet connection. Using a single strand of fiber, the EXPRESS ODU can feed an EXPRESS Optical Expansion Unit (OEU) to extend the DAS from one building to others within the same campus. -
Page 17: Mimo Configuration
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2.4 MIMO C onfiguration In the MIMO configuration, the BIU expansion slots are filled with another set of frequency modules and a combiner which provides the MIMO capability. The two combiners each feed their own Express ODU - shown here as an Orange "Leg A"... -
Page 18: System Capacities
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2.6 System C apacities • Each BIU supports one sector and up 6 bands (SISO and MIMO are supported for all bands). • Each BIU can drive up to 8 ODUs (four on the SISO leg and four on the MIMO leg). •... -
Page 19: Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2.7 Mechanical S pecifications Parameter 4 SMA pairs (Tx, Rx) RF Connectors 2 SMA per MDBU External Alarm connector TB: 4pcs for output (Dry contacts) TB: 3pcs for input Interface ports USB (B) type and Ethernet 1 USB (B) type 1 SC/APC for ODU Fiber connector... -
Page 20: Environmental Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Parameter VHF/UHF AOR 1 N-type 2SMA: optical RF Connectors 2SMA: optical 2 SMA Type female 2SMA: RF 2SMA: RF External Alarm Connector (Dry contacts) Serial Interface 1 USB (B) type 1 USB (B) type Fiber Connector 1 SC/APC for ODU System status... -
Page 21: Optic Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2.9 Optic S pecifications Parameter West optic Optical Tx: 1310nm Tx: 1550nm, Rx: 1310nm Tx: 1550nm Wavelength Rx: 1550nm East optic Rx: 1310nm Tx: 1310nm, Rx: 1550nm 1.5dBm±1dBm to 1dBm±1dBm to MRU/ARU Output power 7dBm±1dBm to ODU MRU/ARU,OEU... -
Page 22: Band Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2.11 Band S pecifications The Express DAS platform allows many band combinations as well as different output power levels within the band depending on the combination. 2.11.1 Output Power Level Band Specifications 700PS 700LTE 850C... -
Page 23: Bts Interface Unit (Biu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3 BTS I nterface U nit ( BIU) As the central input unit (or headend) for all signals, the BIU independently filters, attenuates and controls each signal sent and received over the DAS. It also provides the connection point for the DMS-600 management system that allows control and command of the system. -
Page 24: Biu Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.1 BIU S pecifications The BIU mounts in a standard 19-inch rack mount frame and occupies five rack units (5U). The unit is powered from a separate DC Power Supply shelf. Figure 3.2 – BIU Dimensions 14 ... -
Page 25: Biu Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.1.1 BIU Mechanical Specifications Specification Value Downlink Input Power -20 - +10dBm Uplink Output Power -25 - 0dBm Nominal Impedance 50 ohm Power Supply Voltage Range -48V (DC : -42V - -56V) Voltage Standing Wave Ratio VSWR 1.5:1 at all in&... -
Page 26: Biu Components
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.2 BIU C omponents The BIU is comprised of several components, which are described in detail below. MCDU’s MPSU MDBU MDBU MDBU MDBU SISO Side MIMO Side Figure 3.3 – BIU Components Unit Name Product No Description... -
Page 27: Table 3.4 - Biu Components -- Power Consumption, Weight And Dimension
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Dimension Power Unit Name Weight (Kg) (W x H x D) (mm) Consumption (W) BTS Interface Unit – SISO 482.6 (19”) x 221 (5U) x 450 13.2 BTS Interface Unit – MIMO 482.6 (19”) x 221 (5U) x 450 14.2 Main Central Processor Unit 40 x 202.5 x 289.5... -
Page 28: Main Drive Bts Unit (Mdbu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.2.1 Main Drive BTS Unit (MDBU) The MDBU delivers downlink signals from the base station or BDA to mobile devices, and it delivers uplink signals from the devices to the BTS or BDA. The unit monitors downlink input levels and can automatically adjust input attenuation (ATT) using an Automatic Gain Control (AGC) function. -
Page 29: Table 3.5 - Mdbu Supported Bands And Frequencies
The BIU can support up to four MDBUs, which can vary according to the desired frequency band. Supported frequencies are shown in the next table: Downlink (Tx) Uplink (Rx) Frequency Band Service Band Band # of Band (SOLiD Product No.) # of Input Freq (MHz) Width Output Freq (MHz) width Ports (MHz) -
Page 30: Main Combiner Divider Unit (Mcdu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.2.2 Main Combiner Divider Unit (MCDU) The MCDU combines downlink signals received from the MDBUs, per frequency band, and then splits them for delivery to the system’s Optic Distribution Units (ODUs). For the reverse path, it combines uplink signals from each of the ODUs and then divides them for delivery to the individual MDBUs. -
Page 31: Main Central Processor Unit (Mcpu)
Dispose of used batteries according to manufacturers instructions. Do not attempt to replace the lithium battery unless you have first received confirmation from SOLiD service personnel. -
Page 32: Main Power Supply Unit (Mpsu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.2.4 Main Power Supply Unit (MPSU) The BIU requires -48v power, which is provided by a rack mounted DC power supply unit connected to the Main Power Supply Unit (MPSU) in the BIU. The MPSU delivers +6V and +9V DC power for components in the BIU and ODU. -
Page 33: Biu Front / Rear Panel - Indicators And Connectors
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.3 BIU F ront / R ear P anel – I ndicators a nd C onnectors Figure 3.8 – BIU Front Panel Item Description MCPU - Alarm LED &... -
Page 34: Figure 3.9 - Biu Rear Panel
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 3.9 – BIU Rear Panel Item Description DC Input Port Input terminal for DC -48V External ALM Port Input/output terminal for dry contact GND Port System ground terminal AUX I/O Port Reserved Port for future uses MIMO ODU I/O Port RF signal interface terminal for ODU MIMO ODU signal Port... -
Page 35: Express Dc Power Supply (Sc-Rmp-480)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 3.4 EXPRESS D C P ower S upply ( SC-‐ R MP-‐ 4 80) The SC-RMP-480 DC Power Supply is used in the headend to provide power to the BIU and ODU(s). Two BIUs can be powered with a single SC-RMP-480. -
Page 36: Optical Distribution Unit (Odu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4 Optical D istribution U nit ( ODU) The ODU contains an internal optical transmitter and receiver allowing it to perform RF and optical signal conversions. The ODU receives incoming downlink RF signals from the BIU and converts them into optical signals. -
Page 37: Odu Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4.1 ODU S pecifications The ODU mounts in a standard 19-inch rack frame and occupies one rack unit (1U). The ODU is generally co-located with the BIU from which it receives power and RF communication. Two coax cables and a power supply cable connect the two units. -
Page 38: Odu Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4.1.1 ODU Mechanical Specifications Specification Value Downlink Input Power -8dBm (VHF/UFH : -15dBm) Uplink Output Power -9dBm (VHF/UFH : -10dBm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohm Input Voltage DC +9V Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) 1.8:1 at all in& out ports Mounting Type 19”... -
Page 39: Odu Components
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4.2 ODU C omponents The principal ODU component is the Donor Optic Unit, which is described below. Unit Manufacturer Description Remark Name Product No. Optical Common part that accepts DOUs. Distribution Unit SC_ODU_C Provides RF connections to/from BIU. -
Page 40: Donor Optic Unit (Dou)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4.2.1 Donor Optic Unit (DOU) Within the ODU, converting RF signals to optical signals and back again is the job of the Donor Optic Units (DOUs). Each ODU can support up to two DOUs. Each DOU supports four optical ports, providing connections for up to eight MRUs. -
Page 41: Donor Optic Unit Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Donor O ptic U nit S pecifications 4.3.1 Optical Data Unit Name Donor Optic Unit Remark PLUG-IN FEMALE / 50ohm Analog Connector Optic SC / APC (STEP FERRULE) Power/Signal D-SUB 2 Row 15PIN MALE Laser Diode 1310nm(Coaxial Type) Photo Diode... -
Page 42: Odu Front / Rear Panel - Indicators And Connectors
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 4.4 ODU F ront / R ear P anel – I ndicators a nd C onnectors Each DOU and port has a set of LED indicators on the front panel. Green LEDs indicate normal optic signal levels and red LEDs indicate abnormal optic levels. -
Page 43: Remote Units - Mru, Aru, Vhf/Uhf Aor
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5 Remote U nits – M RU, A RU, V HF/UHF A OR The Main Remote Unit (MRU) receives downlink (Tx) optical signals from the ODU and converts them to RF signals. -
Page 44: Mru/Aru Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1 MRU/ARU S pecifications The MRU and ARU cabinets are available as either indoor or outdoor models, and as either DC or AC powered units. When installed indoors, the cabinets can be wall or rack mounted. For outdoor installations, the cabinets are wall mounted either side-by-side or stacked with the ARU installed in front of the MRU. -
Page 45: Mru/Aru Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1.1 MRU/ARU Mechanical Specifications Specification Value Uplink Input Power -30 ~50dBm Nominal Impedance 50 ohm AC90 ~264V, Output Voltage: +25V Power Supply Voltage Range DC: -48V(-42 to -56V), Output DC: +25V Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) 1.6:1 at all in and out ports Mounting Type Wall Mounting &... -
Page 46: Mru/Aru Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1.3 MRU/ARU Mechanical Specifications Power Manufacturer Dimension Unit Name Weight (Kg) Consumption Product No. (W x H x D mm) MRU_AC_1900 200 x 300 x 138.5 MRU_AC_NEMA_1900 1900MHz Main Remote Unit MRU_DC_1900 MRU_DC_NEMA_1900 MRU_AC_850_1900 200 x 300 x 138.5 MRU_AC_NEMA_850_1900 850MHz &... -
Page 47: Mru Rf Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1.4 MRU RF Specifications Downlink (Tx) Uplink (Rx) Service Band Output Band Frequency Band Product No. Freq Freq Band width Power width (MHz) (MHz) (MHz) (dBm) (MHz) MRU_AC_1900 MRU_AC_ NEMA_1900 1900 PCS 1900 PCS 1930-1995 1850-1915 MRU_DC_1900... -
Page 48: Aru Rf Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.1.5 ARU RF Specifications Downlink (Tx) Uplink (Rx) Frequency # of Band Output # of Band Product No. Freq Band Input width Power Output Freq (MHz) width Service (MHz) Port (MHz) (dBm) Port (MHz) Band B1: 698-716 B1: 18... -
Page 49: Mru/Aru Components
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.2 MRU/ARU C omponents As an example, the figure below shows the various components of the MRU supporting the 850 Cellular and 1900 PCS bands. These components are further explained in this section. Figure 5.3 –... -
Page 50: Main Rf Module/Add-On Rf Module (Mrfm/Arfm) And Band Pass Filters
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.2.1 Main RF Module/Add-on RF Module (MRFM/ARFM) and Band Pass Filters When receiving downlink (Tx) signals from each band through the R-Optic module, the MRFM/AFRM filters the signals and amplifies them with the High Power Amplifier. The unit also filters uplink (Rx) signals received through the antenna port and amplifies them as low noise to send the signals to the R- Optic module. -
Page 51: Remote Optic (R-Opt)
Remote Central Processor Unit (RCPU) The RCPU monitors and controls each module of the MRU and ARU. A USB (B-type) port connection beneath the LED cover plate enables you to connect a PC and check device status through the SOLiD software interface. -
Page 52: Mru/Aru Connectors (Top / Bottom Views)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.3 MRU/ARU C onnectors ( Top / B ottom V iews) 5.3.1 MRU/ARU Top View The following figures show the top view of the MRU and ARU NEMA-rated cabinets. Figure 5.4 –... -
Page 53: Mru/Aru Bottom View And Connectors
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.3.2 MRU/ARU Bottom View and Connectors The following figure shows the bottom view of the MRU and ARU NEMA-rated cabinets. The bottom of the unit is protected with a water drip edge to prevent water intrusion. Figure 5.5 –... -
Page 54: Mru / Aru Power Ports
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.4 MRU / A RU P ower P orts The type of power port on the unit will depend on the power type: -48V DC or 120V AC. A specific cable is also required for each type of MRU/ARU power supply (AC/DC or DC/DC). -
Page 55: Vhf/Uhf Aor Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual VHF/UHF A OR S pecifications The AOR can mount in a standard 19-inch rack system or on a wall, either indoors or outdoors. The AOR is rated as water, dirt and earthquake proof according to NEMA 4 standards. The unit it typically co- located with the ROU, installed above, below or beside the ROU. -
Page 56: Band Specifications 150Mhz Vhf Public Safety
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.5.1 Band Specifications 150MHz VHF Public Safety Standard (Typical) Parameters Remarks Downlink (TX) Uplink (RX) Bandwidth 38MHz 38MHz 136 ~174MHz System Ripple ≤5dB ≤5dB Input Power Level -15 to +10dBm ≤-54dBm Output Power +24dBm -4dBm Total System Gain... -
Page 57: Vhf/Uhf Aor Components
Only the 150 VHF / 450UHF RDU is available for the AOR used with the EXPRESS system. NOTE: The 150 VHF / 450UHF RDU can also adjust gain, but it does not come fitted with a cavity filter capability. External duplexers may be required but are not provided by SOLiD.” ... -
Page 58: Aor Power Supply Unit (Psu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.6.2 AOR Power Supply Unit (PSU) The AOR PSU provides power to the AOR and can accept either -48V DC or 120V AC input. Make sure to select the appropriate model when ordering, which will also dictate the power cable that ships with the unit. -
Page 59: Vhf/Uhf Aor Power Ports And External Ports
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5.8 VHF/UHF A OR P ower P orts a nd E xternal P orts The -48V DC or 120V AC power is connected through the power port. The power cable is supplied with the proper connector based on the configuration you ordered (AC/DC or DC/DC). -
Page 60: Optic Expansion Unit (Oeu)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 6 Optic E xpansion U nit ( OEU) The optional OEU is designed to connect a DAS throughout multiple buildings or structures across a campus environment, and is used primarily to drive multiple MRUs while limiting the amount of fiber required. -
Page 61: Oeu Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 6.1 OEU S pecifications The OEU mounts in a standard 19-inch rack occupying two rack units. The unit requires -48v DC input. Figure 6.2 – OEU Dimensions 6.1.1 OEU Environmental Data Specification Value Environmental Condition In-building use... -
Page 62: Oeu Mechanical Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 6.1.2 OEU Mechanical Specifications Specification Value Mounting Type 19” Rack Mounting. 2U height Power Supply Voltage Range -48V (DC: -42V ~ -56V) Optic In & Out Port Type SC/APC EWDM_LD Normal: Green, Alarm: Red EWDM_PD Normal: Green, Alarm: Red DOU1,2_LD... -
Page 63: Oeu Components
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 6.2 OEU C omponents Figure 6.3 – OEU Internal View EXPRESS D AS I nstallation a nd O perations M anual – V ersion 2 .2 N ovember 2 013 ... -
Page 64: Oeu Components - Mechanical Specifications
Converts downlink RF signals to optical signals; SC_ODU OM 4 Converts uplink optical signals to RF signals; Provides up to four optical ports per module Contact SOLiD Provides power protection for the OEU Chassis. NOTE: May require Fuse support for... -
Page 65: Donor Optic Unit
OEU. NOTE: The EWDM, ECPU, ERFM and EPSU are factory installed and not field replaceable. If you suspect this unit is not operating properly, contact SOLiD support. EXPRESS D AS I nstallation a nd O perations M anual – V ersion 2 .2 N ovember 2 013 ... -
Page 66: Oeu Front / Rear Panel - Indicators And Connectors
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 6.3 OEU F ront / R ear P anel – I ndicators a nd C onnectors Figure 6.4 – OEU Front Panel Item Description EWDM LED LED indicator to check EWDM status... -
Page 67: Das Management System (Dms-600)
7 DAS M anagement S ystem ( DMS-‐ 6 00) The DMS-600 is the alarming, diagnostic, and control interface for the SOLiD EXPRESS DAS system. It gathers system information from the DAS network –user management, inventory management, event log, alarm management and external relays –... -
Page 68: Specifications
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 7.1 DMS-‐ 6 00 S pecifications The DMS-600 mounts in a standard 19-inch rack system and occupies one rack unit. It requires 120- 240V AC power input. The unit has an internal power supply and a power cable is provided. Figure 7.2 –... -
Page 69: Front / Rear Panel - Indicators And Connectors
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 7.2 DMS-‐ 6 00 F ront / R ear P anel – I ndicators a nd C onnectors Figure 7.3 – DMS-600 Front Panel Item Description Power switch... -
Page 70: Installation - Headend Equipment: Biu, Power Supply, Odu, Dms-600
The DAS Management System (DMS-600) • SOLiD technicians configure and label the equipment at the SOLiD facility prior to shipping. Note labeling on all equipment. Remove each item from its packaging and inspect the hardware. Contact SOLiD Support if the product is damaged. -
Page 71: Table 8.1 - Tools And Accessories For Installing Headend Equipment
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Before you begin this part of the installation process, make sure you have the following items. Those items marked with an “O” ship with the unit. The installer will supply items marked with an “X.” Unit Item / Action Accessories... -
Page 72: Install Biu Chassis
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.2 Install B IU C hassis Typically, the BIU will be installed in a 19-inch equipment rack. The BIU occupies 5U of rack space. 1- When positioning the BIU in the rack, make sure to leave 1U of space between the BIU and other units for air circulation. -
Page 73: Figure 8.2 - Biu Terminal Block
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 8.2 – BIU Terminal Block If you connect the power system to the BIU with the incorrect polarity (reversing the "+" terminal and the "–" terminal connections), the unit will not operate. 4- After connecting the power supply unit, power it on using the ON/OFF switch found on the faceplate of the Main Power Supply Unit (MPSU) in the BIU. -
Page 74: Biu Power Consumption
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5- Once you have verified the unit is receiving power, turn off power to the BIU. You can power on the system once you have connected the BTS or other RF source as described in the next sections. 8.3.1 BIU Power Consumption The power supply provided for the BIU has factored in the max load for the system, but for your... -
Page 75: Installing Additional Mdbus
MDBU slots. Unused ports are terminated with termination loads when the BIU is configured at the SOLiD facility. You can expand or upgrade the DAS system at any time by installing additional MDBUs or removing existing units. -
Page 76: Connect Biu To The Rf Source - Bts Or Bda
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.4 Connect B IU t o t he R F S ource – B TS o r B DA You can use either a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) or a Base Transceiver Station (BTS) as an RF input source. -
Page 77: Figure 8.5 - Biu Rf Interface Diagram
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual At the rear of BIU, you will find the Tx input and Rx output ports for each MDBU as shown in the following figure. For each port, Tx and Rx signals are separated from each other and labeled as "#1, #2, #3 and #4."... -
Page 78: Connecting The Biu To A Bts
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.4.1 Connecting the BIU to a BTS 1- Use a spectrum analyzer or power meter to check signals sent from the BTS Tx. If the signals exceed input range (-20dBm~+10dBm), you can connect an attenuator between the BTS and BIU to bring the signal level into range. -
Page 79: Connecting The Biu With Bda
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.4.2 Connecting the BIU with BDA Because the BIU runs in simplex mode, when connecting to a BDA, you need to separate the BDA downlink (Tx) and uplink (Rx) signals using a duplexer. 1- Use a spectrum analyzer or power meter to check signals sent from the BTS Tx. If the signals exceed the input range (-20dBm~+10dBm) accepted by the BIU, you can connect an attenuator between the BDA and BIU to bring the signal level into range. -
Page 80: Checking Power And Rf Signaling
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.4.3 Checking Power and RF Signaling 1- Once power and the RF source(s) are connected to the BIU, power on the system, and check the LED indicators at the front of each MDBU to ensure the unit is operating normally as shown in the following figure. -
Page 81: Install Optical Drive Units (Odus)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.5 Install O ptical D rive U nits ( ODUs) The ODU is designed for a standard 19-inch equipment rack and occupies 1U of rack space. The BIU supports up to four ODUs, depending on the system’s requirements. -
Page 82: Connect Odu To Biu For Power And Signaling
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.6 Connect O DU t o B IU f or P ower a nd S ignaling The ODU(s) receives power and signaling from the BIU. Four power ports and eight RF ports (four input / four output) are located at the back of the BIU for connecting up to four ODU(s). -
Page 83: Figure 8.11 - Connecting The Biu To Odu(S)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 8.11 – Connecting the BIU to ODU(s) Take care to connect the ODU(s) in the correct order and to distinguish between MIMO and SISO units. Otherwise, related devices may fail to communicate with each other or the unit may read wrong information. -
Page 84: Odu Power Consumption
A maximum of two DOUs can be installed in each ODU chassis. The required number of DOUs for each ODU is installed at the SOLiD facility based on the configuration you ordered. SOLiD also installs blank cards in unused DOU slots. You can expand or upgrade the DAS system at any time by installing additional DOUs or removing existing units. -
Page 85: Connecting Odu Optic Cabling
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 8.6.3 Connecting ODU Optic Cabling Each optical port on the DOUs can connect to an MRU using a single fiber optic cable with SC/APC connectors. When connecting to an optional OEU, optical port 4 must be used from either DOU in ODU 1 or 2. -
Page 86: Installation - Oeu
DAS to support an additional eight MRUs. SOLiD technicians configure and label the equipment at the SOLiD facility prior to shipping. Note labeling on all equipment. Remove each item from its packaging and inspect the hardware. Contact SOLiD Support if the product is damaged. -
Page 87: Install Oeu Chassis
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 9.2 Install O EU C hassis The OEU is typically installed in an equipment closet. The unit is designed to mount in a standard 19-inch rack and occupy 2U in height. The OEU requires a separate DC power unit, which should be mounted below the OEU. -
Page 88: Oeu Power Consumption
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual If you connect the power system to the OEU with the incorrect polarity (reversing the "+" terminal and the "–" terminal connections), the unit will not operate. 4- After connecting the power supply unit to the OEU, power it on using the ON/OFF switch found on the rear panel. -
Page 89: Connecting The Oeu To Odu(S)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Connecting t he O EU t o O DU(s) The OEU connects to the ODU using SC/APC fiber cabling. Make sure to keep the fiber ends capped when not connected to the equipment to prevent damage to the fiber center pins. -
Page 90: Installation - Mru And Aru
NOTE: For instructions on installing the VHF/UHF Add on Remote (AOR) see page 95. SOLiD technicians configure and label the equipment at the SOLiD facility prior to shipping. Note labeling on all equipment. Remove each item from its packaging and inspect the hardware. Contact SOLiD Support if the product is damaged. -
Page 91: Install Mru/Aru Enclosures - Wall Mount
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 10.2 Install M RU/ARU E nclosures – W all M ount The MRU/ARU enclosures can be mounted on a wall either side-by-side or stacked with the ARU mounted in front of the MRU. -
Page 92: Figure 10.2 - Side-By-Side Wall Mount Installation For The Mru / Aru
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 2-‐M8 F IXING S CREW 2-‐M8 F IXING S CREW Figure 10.2 – Side-by-Side Wall Mount Installation for the MRU / ARU 82 EXPRESS D AS I nstallation a nd O perations M anual – V ersion 2 .2 N ovember 2 013 ... -
Page 93: Mru/Aru Wall Mount - Stacked Installation
If space prohibits the MRU and ARU from being mounted side by side, the units can be installed in a stacked configuration. Stacking the units requires a special bracket (part number SC-ARU-STK), which is available from SOLiD. The next figure shows the dimension of the bracket used for stack mounting. -
Page 94: Figure 10.4 - Stack Mounting The Mru/Aru
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 1- Using the instructions above, first install the MRU on the wall. 2- Install the bracket for stacked installation over the MRU. 3- Finally install the ARU on the bracket. Figure 10.4 – Stack Mounting the MRU/ARU 84 ... -
Page 95: Mru/Aru Rack Mount - Vertical Installation
(vertically as shown in the next figure) or on their backs (horizontally). Vertical installation requires a special bracket (part number bracket SC-BRK), which is available from SOLiD. When the units are oriented vertically, they occupy 7U of rack space. Figure 10.5 – Dimensions for MRU/ARU Vertical Rack Installation NOTE: The MRU and ARU ship with the wall mount bracket already attached. -
Page 96: Figure 10.6 - M Ru/Aru Installation Procedure For Vertical Rack
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 1- Install the vertical rack mount bracket (SC-BRK) to the 19” rack. 2- Mount the MRU and ARU to the vertical rack mount bracket. Four M8 bolts are used to secure each remote enclosure. Figure 10.6 – ... -
Page 97: Mru/Aru Rack Mount - Horizontal Installation
10.2.4 MRU/ARU Rack Mount – Horizontal Installation Likewise, for installing the enclosures horizontally, a specific bracket is required (part number SC-RM19) which is available from SOLiD. When mounted horizontally (as shown in the next figure), each unit occupies 4U of rack space. -
Page 98: Connect Mru / Aru Power
The MRU and ARU support both DC-48V and AC120V for input power. Make sure to order the appropriate power unit according to your installation requirements. Based on your configuration, SOLiD will ship the correct power supply unit already installed and provide the correct power cable with the proper connector attached. -
Page 99: Mru/Aru Power Consumption
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 10.3.1 MRU/ARU Power Consumption The following table shows power consumption for the MRU and ARU. Power Part Unit Name Manufacturer Product No. Consumption (W) MRU_AC_1900 MRU_AC_NEMA_1900 1900MHz Main Remote Unit MRU_DC_1900 MRU_DC_NEMA_1900 MRU_AC_850_1900 MRU_AC_NEMA_850_1900 850MHz &... -
Page 100: Connect Ground Terminal
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 10.4 Connect G round T erminal The MRU and ARU each have one ground terminal port at the bottom of the unit. The ground lug is designed meeting the SQ5.5 standard. Figure 10.10 –... -
Page 101: Connect Optical Cabling
The MRU(s) connect to the optic modules in the headend ODU(s) (or optional OEUs) using fiber optic cables with SC/APC connectors. SOLiD does not provide fiber optic cables with the DAS equipment. Only the MRU has optical port; there is no optical port on the ARU. -
Page 102: Connect Mru And Aru
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 10.6 Connect M RU a nd A RU The downlink/uplink signals for the Add-on Remote Units receive/transmit through RF ports of the MRU, so you will need to connect the units through the external port to enable this communication. 1- Make all connections between the units according to the following figure and table. -
Page 103: Connect Coaxial Cable And Antenna
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Item Type Tool Status Spanner (8mm) TRX CABLE 1 RF Interface Cable (SMA Male) (Qty: 1) Torque 8~12kgf.cm Spanner (8mm) TRX CABLE 2 RF Interface Cable (SMA Male) (Qty: 1) Torque 8~12kgf.cm Spanner (8mm) RX CABLE RF Interface Cable (SMA Male) (Qty: 1) Torque 8~12kgf.cm... -
Page 104: Power On Mru / Aru And Check Status
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 10.8 Power O n M RU / A RU a nd C heck S tatus The remote units (MRU/ARU) do not have an ON/OFF power switch. Power is supplied to the units when the power cord is plugged into the AC source. -
Page 105: Installation - Vhf/Uhf Add-On Remote
However, unlike the standard ARU, the VHF/UHF AOR requires a separate antenna connected to the unit. SOLiD technicians configure and label the equipment at the SOLiD facility prior to shipping. Note labeling on all equipment. Remove each item from its packaging and inspect the hardware. Contact SOLiD Support if the product is damaged. -
Page 106: Installing The Vhf/Uhf Aor - Wall Mount
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual The VHF/UHF AOR can be rack or wall mounted. The cabinet is designed to be water and dirt proof so can be mounted either indoors or outdoors. Instructions for both rack and wall mounting are contained in the following sections. NOTE: The following instructions assume the MRU is already installed. -
Page 107: Figure 11.2 - Vhf/Uhf Aor Wall Mount Dimensions
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 1- Install the M12 fixing screws in the wall according to the dimensions shown in the next figure. Figure 11.2 – VHF/UHF AOR Wall Mount Dimensions 2- Insert the mounting screws half way into the wall. Mount the bracket and then fully fix the screws. 3- At the top of each side of the enclosure’s heat sink, insert an M5 wrench bolt and turn them in half way. -
Page 108: Installing The Vhf/Uhf Aor - Rack Mounting
The VHF/UHF AOR supports both DC-48V and AC120V for input power. Make sure to order the appropriate power unit according to your installation requirements. Based on your configuration, SOLiD will ship the unit with the correct power supply installed and provide the correct power cable with the connector attached. -
Page 109: Vhf/Uhf Aor Power Consumption
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 11.4.1 VHF/UHF AOR Power Consumption The following table shows power consumption of the VHF/UHF AOR: Unit Part No. Power Consumption (W) SC_AC_150_450 or AOR Chassis 78W + VHF/UHF AOR SC_DC_150_450 RDU 93W (Includes RDU_150_450) Table 11.3 –... -
Page 110: Connecting The Add-On Unit To The Mru
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 11.6 Connecting t he A dd-‐ o n U nit t o t he M RU 1- Make all connections between the units according to the following figure and table. Make sure to observe recommended torque values. -
Page 111: Connecting Coaxial Cable And Antennas
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 11.7 Connecting C oaxial C able a nd A ntennas The Add-on remote unit has two antenna ports, one for the downlink (TX) and one for the uplink (RX). 1- Before connecting the coaxial cable from the antenna, check the Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) value to ensure it is within specification using a SiteMaster or DTF meter. -
Page 112: System Commissioning
DMS-600 server. The management software communicates through the DMS-600 with the DAS components: BIU, OEU and MRU. No special software is required to run the management program; it operates in a standard Web browser window. SOLiD recommends using Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. -
Page 113: Connect Dms-600 To Express Das
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Also, before you begin, review this list of the most common problem areas that can affect the commissioning process. For fiber optic cables, use single mode fiber according to these specifications: 5dBo link budget from ODU to OEU, from OEU to MRU, and from ODU to MRU •... -
Page 114: Open Management Software And Run Easyset
12.3 Open M anagement S oftware a nd R un E asySET 1- In the browser URL address bar, enter the IP address: 192.168.58.1 or the URL http://solid.local The login screen appears. -
Page 115: Changing Factory Defaults
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 7- Click Start. A progress bar indicates the auto-commissioning status. Settings performed by EasySET can be seen in the command-line window. (Pressing Stop will halt the process.) Figure 12.3 – EasySET Progress Bar Once the commissioning procedure is complete (100/100), the final command line will show status: Commissioning Successful: No alarms reported. -
Page 116: Figure 12.4 - System Setup Screen
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Figure 12.4 – System Setup Screen 2- Choose the BIU you want to connect to. Click Connect. Press GET to view current parameters. 3- Change values as necessary. When you are done, click SET to save new values. These values will be applied during the auto commissioning process. -
Page 117: Manual Setup
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.5 Manual S etup From the Command & Control menu, you can further customize your DAS settings such as modifying alarm thresholds and adjusting RF parameters per frequency band. 12.5.1 Load the Command & Control Menu 1- From the main screen, click Command &... -
Page 118: Verify All Connections
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.5.2 Verify all Connections 1- Check the RF input and output cabling and connectors between the BIU and the signal source (BTS or BDA) to verify all connections are attached properly. 2- Using a spectrum analyzer connected to the Monitor SMA ports at the front of the MDBUs, test the RF input signal (Tx) for each frequency band and input. -
Page 119: Set Optic Compensation
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 7- Set the Rx OUT ATT to the value desired for the uplink path 8- Verify that the value in the Tx IN POWER is within ±3dB of the downlink value measured using the spectrum analyzer. -
Page 120: Table 12.2 - Optic Compensation
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual During optical compensation, the RESULT field will display PROCESSING and then show the result: Success: Optic compensation is successfully performed. • Over Optic Loss: Optic loss exceeds 5dBo. • Communication Fail: Communication between ODU and MRU failed. •... -
Page 121: Set Mru/Aru Parameters
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.5.5 Set MRU/ARU Parameters 1- Using the System Tree menu, select the MRU to configure. 2- Turn the relevant band on by selecting ON and pressing SET. Figure 12.8 – Configuration Screen 3- Before turning on HPA, confirm that optic compensation has been performed. Click On TX HPA then click Set. -
Page 122: System Acceptance
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 5- Click On Tx OUTPUT ALC then click Set. Once AGS is performed, the ALC (Auto Level Control) function will maintain the set target level. 6- Click On Tx OUTPUT SD then click Set to turn on the auto shutdown feature. (See page 119 to learn more about this feature.) 7- Set the Tx ROU parameters for AGS, ALC, SD and TX OUT HIGH/LOW levels according to the requirements of your site. -
Page 123: Validating The Uplink Path
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.6.1 Validating the Uplink Path 1- Using the signal generator, set the desired Rx frequency and the output power to -50dBm. 2- Using the spectrum analyzer, verify the power level at the end of the cable connecting to the MRU. 3- In the management software, verify the PD optical power. -
Page 124: Validating The Downlink Path
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.6.2 Validating the Downlink Path 1. Using the signal generator, set the desired Tx frequency and the output power to 0dBm. 2. Using the spectrum analyzer, verify the power level at the end of the cable connecting to the MDBU Tx port at the BIU. -
Page 125: Alarm Troubleshooting
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.7 Alarm T roubleshooting This section of the manual explains alarm indicators in the management software and provides tips on resolving alarms. LED Status Description Normal Status Abnormal or Warning Status Table 12.5 – Alarm Indicators in Management Software 12.7.1 ODU Alarm Troubleshooting Unit ALARM... -
Page 126: Biu Alarm Troubleshooting
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.7.2 BIU Alarm Troubleshooting Unit ALARM Cause Management Using DVM, check -48/ +9/+6V voltage levels Output over current MPSU DC ALM Pull out each module (MDBU, MCPU) Output low voltage and find failed module Replace MPSU Incorrect setting of upper temp limit Adjust upper temp limit level... -
Page 127: Mru Alarm Troubleshooting
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.7.3 MRU Alarm Troubleshooting Unit ALARM Cause Management Check the optical cable Loose optical cable Check MRU power supply MRU power supply is off LINK FAIL Using optical power meter, check received Optical loss is too high optical power level Over-curvature or cut optical cable Replace MRU... -
Page 128: Oeu Alarm Troubleshooting
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 12.7.4 OEU Alarm Troubleshooting Unit ALARM Cause Management Using DVM, check -48V/+9V/+6V voltage levels Output over current EPSU DC Alarm Check each module (DOU, EWDM, Output low voltage ERFU) and find failed module Replace EPSU Incorrect setting of upper temp limit level High Temp... -
Page 129: Appendix - Additional Functions
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 13 Appendix – A dditional F unctions This chapter describes additional functions of the EXPRESS DAS. NOTE: This material is offered “for your information.” The system software automatically performs many of the functions described here. -
Page 130: Automatic Output Power Setting Function (Tx Output Agc)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 13.3 Automatic O utput P ower S etting F unction ( Tx O utput A GC) To make it easier to set initial output power, you can set the output power to the desired level and turn on the AGC function. -
Page 131: Input Power Limit Function (Tx Input Alc)
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 13.5 Input P ower L imit F unction ( Tx I nput A LC) A Tx input Auto Level Control function built into the BIU can limit input power levels if the increase past the limit set by the input AGC function. -
Page 132: Appendix - Express Part Numbers
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual 14 Appendix – E XPRESS P art N umbers Description Part Number BIU (Base Station Interface Unit) Signal Source Inputs BIU - MIMO (Includes DC/DC PS, MCPU Card, 2 MCDU Cards) NOTE: Input Power -48VDC. -
Page 133: Table 14.3 - Mru And Aru Part Numbers
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Description Part Number MRU and ARU (Main and Add-on Remote Units) 1900 MHz Main Remote Unit - AC Power MRU_AC_1900 1900 MHz Main Remote Unit - AC Power - NEMA MRU_AC_1900_N 1900 MHz Main Remote Unit - DC Power MRU_DC_1900 1900 MHz Main Remote Unit - DC Power - NEMA MRU_DC_1900_N... -
Page 134: Table 14.5 - Link Balancer Unit Part Numbers
EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Description Part Number LBU (LINK BALANCER UNIT) LINK BALANCER UNIT - 2100MHz / 2100MHz, 50dB UL/DL Variable Attenuation LBU_2121F0V4 LINK BALANCER UNIT - 700MHz / 700MHz, 50dB UL/DL Variable Attenuation LBU_7070FOV4 LINK BALANCER UNIT - 800MHz / 800MHz, 50dB UL/DL Variable Attenuation LBU_8080F0V4 LINK BALANCER UNIT - 850MHz / 1900MHz, 50dB UL/DL Variable Attenuation LBU_8519F0V4... -
Page 135: Appendix - Glossary Of Terms
Band Pass Filter (BPF) – A device that passes frequencies within a certain range and rejects (attenuates) frequencies outside that range. Base Station Interface Unit (BIU) – The unit in the SOLiD DAS topology that receives, combines, and filters all the signal sources, and then sends them to the ODU. - Page 136 EXPRESS DAS Installation and Operations Manual Optical Expansion Unit (OEU) – The unit in the SOLiD DAS topology that expands a DAS to include multiple buildings and structures using only one strand of fiber. Optical Fiber – A thin, glass or plastic thread that carries information in the form of light: a fiber- optic thread.
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