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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 CONTENTS Section Page CONTENTS ........................... 2 INDEX TO FIGURES AND TABLES ..................4 HISTORY..........................5 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ....................... 6 SAFETY NOTICES AND ADMONISHMENTS..............7 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................8 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION....................11 SYSTEM DIAGRAM ......................11 TYPICAL APPLICATION.....................
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 4.3.5 SYSTEM INFO ........................40 4.3.6 RF PARAMETER ........................ 41 4.3.7 SWITCH..........................41 4.3.8 ATT ............................41 4.3.9 ALARM THRESHOLD ......................42 4.3.10 ALARM INFORMATION ...................... 43 4.3.11 PROPERTIES INFORMATION ................... 45 4.3.12 EQUIPMENT ID........................45 4.3.13 COMM.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 INDEX TO FIGURES AND TABLES Figure 1: View of MU Fully Equipped Shelf ..................... 8 Figure 2: Front, Side and Bottom Views of RU Enclosure................9 Figure 3: View of Combiner Unit Fully Equipped Shelf ................10 Figure 4: System Diagram..........................
Details Of Change 1-0-0 This user manual first created on 3Nov2009 which referred to its Chinese manual RA-5300-1001YH released in Jul 2009.. 1-1-0 Added MOU and Combiner Unit connection, BTS alarm connection and updated product name on 8 Jan 2010.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Automatic Level Control Attenuation Base Station Base Transceiver Station Decibel Decibels relative to 1 milliwatt Downlink Duplexer Donor Terminal EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory E/O,O/E Electrical/Optical, Optical/Electrical Hertz Identification Low Noise Amplifier...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 SAFETY NOTICES AND ADMONISHMENTS This document contains safety notices in accordance with appropriate standards. In the interests of conformity with the territory standards for the country concerned, the equivalent territorial admonishments are also shown. Any installation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of the equipment must only be carried out by trained, authorized personnel.
RA-5300 consists of Master Unit (MU) RA-0100-D, Remote Unit (RU) RA-5300-R and Combiner Unit. The low signal transmission loss of optical fiber is applicable for long distance transmission. RA-5300 can support the optical transmission of up to 6.5dB signal transmission loss. There is no isolation problem between TX and RX antennas, which means customer can select the antenna flexibly according to the real situation, such as directional or omni-directional antenna.
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 POWER EXT_ALM RS-232 OP/UL DL POWER RS-232 EXT_ALM Figure 2: Front, Side and Bottom Views of RU Enclosure RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 9 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 3: View of Combiner Unit Fully Equipped Shelf End of Section RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 10 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIAGRAM Figure 4: System Diagram As shown in the above figures, the separate or combined signals as 850MHz, 1800MHz and 2100MHz from the BTSs are received and converted into optical signals after amplification in the MU.Then the optical signals are transmitted to the RU via optical fiber.
Refer to the following two applications of single fiber configuration: 2.2.1.1 Typical Application of Single Fiber Configuration Shown below is a typical application showing the ability to interwork RA-5300. Tx/Rx OP UL_DL...
EQUIPMENT LAYOUT The MU RA-0100-D is constructed into a 19” shelf. It is connected via the connectors located on the front and back panel. The RU RA-5300-R is designed for all cables entries from the bottom of the enclosure. The internal layout for the MU is shown below:...
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 The internal layout for the RU is shown below: Door Open Switch GSM1800 DL PA WCDMA2100 CDMA850 DL PA DL PA Battery U903 Main Control Unit Distribution Board RF Module Combiner Optical TX/RX Module Surge Arrestor...
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 The internal layout for Combiner Unit is shown below: Passive Module Figure 10: Combiner Unit Equipment Layout RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 15 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 EQUIPMENT CONSTITUTION This optical repeater consists of MU and RU that consists of the modules described below: The MU consists of: Identifier Functional Description Supports RF Module, splits DL signal and Power Splitter Module combines UL Signal.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 KIT OF PARTS For this system, the following are shipped: Product Identifier Description Quantity Fuse Modem Antenna Local Commissioning Cable R-9122C OMT V4.0 OMT software on CD-Rom Table 3: MU KOP Product Identifier Description Quantity RF Jumper...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3 INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND ALERTS Laser Laser light can cause damage to eyes. Laser light is not visible. Viewing it directly does not cause pain. The iris of the eye will not close when viewing a bright light. Consequently, serious damage to the retina of the eye is possible.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 SITE PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS Site Considerations The MU can be located indoors to facilitate coupling of BTS signals and power supply connections. The ALC range of received BTS signal is -10~10 dBm. Hence, an appropriate coupler must be used according to the BTS output power.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Manual Handling During transportation and installation, take necessary handling precautions to avoid potential physical injury to the installation personnel and the equipment. 3.2.1 REPEATER INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Working space available for installation and maintenance for each mounting arrangement. Ensure unrestricted airflow.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 3.3.1 GOODS INWARDS INSPECTION RA-5300 was factory tested, inspected, packed, and delivered to the carrier with utmost care. Do not accept shipment from carrier which shows damage or shortage until the carrier's agent endorses a statement of the irregularity on the face of the carrier's receipt. Without documentary evidence, a claim cannot be processed.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.3.4 CABINET MOUNTING OF MU Depending on the installation, should 2-post open-rack are to be used, the mid-mounting brackets are to be used. For rack or cabinet mounting, the mid-mounting brackets are to be removed from the 4U shelf.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 8- 13 For Pole Mounting For Wall Mounting 4- 12 2-13 Figure 12: RU Mounting Rack Dimension 3.3.6 WALL MOUNTING OF RU Hereinafter are the mounting steps for wall mounting: Drill holes on the wall for masonry bolts according to the dimension of the upper/lower mounting tabs indicated above.
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Masonry Bolt Mounting Rack Hex Socket Bolt M8x20 (5.5) Plain Washer Spring Washer Nut M10 Plain Washer Spring Washer Figure 13: RU Wall Mounting (5W) RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 24 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Drill holes on the wall for masonry bolts according to the dimension of the upper/lower mounting tabs indicated in Figure below. Insert the masonry bolts to the wall, and secure the mounting rack on the wall with four M10 masonry bolt nuts.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.3.7 POLE MOUNTING OF RU Secure the mounting rack onto the pole using U bolt. Hook the enclosure up onto the mounting rack and align the hole positions to that of the mounting rack, then installed the rack bolts.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 The equipment can be mounted on poles of about 60~75mm in diameter. Secure the mounting rack onto the pole using M8x20mm bolts and clamps using carriage bolts through the square holes. Tighten and lock M12 nuts together onto the carriage bolts.
Figure 17: Fan Installation 3.3.9 DRIP-LOOP Comba recommends that every horizontal cable entry to the equipment forms a 'U' before it’s entry to the equipment. Any accumulated water on the cable will drip down at the bottom of the loop and will not climb up to the equipment.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 EQUIPMENT CONNECTORS The MU is connected via the connectors located on the front and back panel. The RU is designed for all cables entries from the bottom of the enclosure. The figures below present the connectors of MU and RU.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.4.2 RU CONNECTORS Connectors on the RU are identified below: POWER EXT_ALM RS-232 OP/UL_DL POWER RS-232 EXT_ALM Figure 20: RU Connectors Identifier Functional Description RS-232 5-pin connector connects to PC to realize the local commissioning. EXT_ALM 7-pin CPC for external alarm interface.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.4.3 COMBINER UNIT CONNECTORS Connectors on the Combiner Unit are identified below: 2100MHz 1800MHz 800MHz Figure 21: Combiner Unit Connectors Connects with MU’s TX port on back panel. Connects with MU’s RX port on back panel.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 EQUIPMENT CONNECTION 3.5.1 GROUNDING CONNECTION Ground connection To ensure safe operation of the product, a ground (earth) connection is required. For single phase AC power source, the product must be grounded by connecting the “earth wire” of the power cord to the ground terminal of the AC supply.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.5.4 CABLE CONNECTION MU is connected to RU via optical fiber (length<13km). Connect MU back panel’s OP1-OP4 with RU’s OP interfaces respectively. MU is connected to Combiner Unit via coaxial cable. Connect MU back panel’s TX/RX with Combiner Unit’s TX/RX ports respectively.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.5.5 EXTERNAL ALARM CONNECTION For RU, this is a 7-pin CPC connector. The following figure and table show the pin allocation and definition. Pin numbering are shown looking-into the connector on the enclosure. Figure 23: Pins Allocation for “EXT_ALM” Port...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 3.5.7 CONNECT TO PC The local commissioning and management for MU and RU is achieved through connecting to the OMT PC locally. Connect MU to PC Connect the RS-232 port to the serial port of PC with the RS-232 cable supplied to achieve local monitoring and management.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 4 COMMISSIONING PRE-COMMISSIONING TASKS After equipment installation, perform the following steps before equipment powering and commissioning, check that the expected voltage, current, and power levels do not violate any ratings. Double check all connections including ground before applying power. Do not manipulate circuits or make changes when power is applied: •...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 LED INDICATORS 4.2.1 MU LED INDICATORS Diagnostic LEDs are located on the MU; each indicates the status of a particular function: Identifier Color Indication Operation indicator – power is supplied to the MU. Flashes once every Green second to indicate normal system operation.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 The equipment can be monitored and controlled by OMT software running on a local PC with local commissioning cable, remote connection to the equipment. OMT software running on a local PC with serial connection to the equipment.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 4.3.3 REMOTE CONNECTION TO OMT If remote connection is needed, users can select [Remote connection via modem] in connection type window. Select desired serial port and click “OK” in [Serial Port Configuration] window to go to OMT main window.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 4.3.5 SYSTEM INFO Click on [System Info.] within Equipment Information, system information will be displayed in the right interface of the OMT screen. In the interface the site ID of MU is described and the currently accessed unit is indicated.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 4.3.6 RF PARAMETER It is recommended to configure the following RF parameters for the first installation. 4.3.7 SWITCH Switch is to enable/disable power for internal modules. When user checks and sets non-RF parameters, such as checking physical antenna connection, switching off will disable equipment power temporarily to protect PA in operation.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 33: RU ATT Config: Select the required value in setting columns of RF information window for ATT, and press [Enter] or [Config] button to finish the configuration operation. 4.3.9 ALARM THRESHOLD Alarm Threshold includes Power threshold and Temperature threshold.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 35: RU Alarm Threshold Config: Enter the required value in setting columns of RF information window for Alarm threshold, and press [Enter] or [Config] button to finish the configuration operation. Notice: The input value must be in the range of power threshold.
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USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 37: MU Channel Alarm Figure 38: RU Master Alarm RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 44 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 39: RU External Alarm Config: Tick the check box of [Item select] and [Enable] of the desired parameters and click [config] button to finish configuration operation. Notice: [Enable] box is to enable the alarm monitoring for system. Only if users enable the alarm by ticking the [Enable] box, the alarms can be monitored by the OMT/OMC.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 Figure 40: MU Equipment ID Figure 41: RU Equipment ID 4.3.13 COMM. CONFIG If the equipment is to be monitored by OMC software, users must finish the MU [Comm. Config.] in the next step. The Comm. Config information requires to be manually entered by users after successful connection to the equipment.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 See the table below for configuration details of each parameter. Item Description Checking Control Select “Enable” or “Disable” from the drop down menu as shown to enable or disable the Phone Number Authentication feature. Refer to [Phone No.] in details.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 5 OPERATION Following installation and commissioning, occasional operation tasks to handle alarms may be required: Alarm condition Diagnosis UL LNA, DL PA Check power and signal connections of respective modules. If the power alarms and signal wire connections are OK, then the respective modules may be faulty.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 6 MAINTENANCE The RA-5300 system is designed for trouble-free operation and generally does not need maintenance. Maintenance activities should only be carried out by trained personnel. The equipment operation status can be observed remotely through OMT/OMC.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 7 APPENDICES APPENDIX A: TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE The following are the recommended list of tools new installation and routine maintenance: • Electronic drill • Allen Key • Ring spanner (Assorted size: 12~20mm) • T Shaped Pentagon Key Wrench...
APPENDIX B: SERVICING POLICY AND RETURN OF EQUIPMENT The repair of individual units and modules of this equipment is not considered practicable without factory facilities. It is, therefore, the policy of Comba whereby faulty units or modules are returned to the local agent for repair.
USER MANUAL FOR RA-5300 APPENDIX C: RMA (RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION) FORM End of Section End of Document RA-5300 QI Copyright - refer to title page Page 52 ENU Status : 1-2-0...
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