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PN 240-00-0051
Revision 1.2
October 12, 2016
Altiostar Networks
iRM4451nn00-2
intelligent Remote Radio Head
Product Description and Installation Guide
©Copyright 2017 Altiostar Networks, Inc.
iRM4451nn00-2
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  • Page 1 PN 240-00-0051 Revision 1.2 October 12, 2016 Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 intelligent Remote Radio Head Product Description and Installation Guide ©Copyright 2017 Altiostar Networks, Inc. iRM4451nn00-2 All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2017 Altiostar Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of the copyright owner. Altiostar Networks, iR6, and the Altiostar Networks, Inc. logo are trademarks of Altiostar Networks, Inc.
  • Page 3 Preface Preface About the document This document covers the basic installation of the Altiostar Networks, Inc., iRM4451nn00-2 intelligent Remote Radio Head (iRRH) on towers, walls, roof or other structures inaccessible to the general public. Connections to external interfaces, including signaling, grounding, and power are described.
  • Page 4 Preface iRM4451nn00-2 available models Table P-1 provides information on the available iRM4451iRRH models and associated part numbers. The model number for a specific model is in the form iRM4451nn00-2. For example, if you order a model iRM44510400-2, you would get an iRM4451 with GPS and Series-A connectors, operating in AWS Band 4 with Altiostar part number 509-03-0002.
  • Page 5 Preface Table P-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH part numbers Model number Part number Descripton iRM4451 iRRH Band 3 (1.8 GHz), GPS and iRM44510300-2 509-06-0001 Series-A connectors iRM4451 iRRH Band 7 (2.6 GHz), GPS and iRM44510700-3 509-02-0003 Series-A connectors 70 MHz IBW, 40 MHz OBW iRM4451 iRRH Band 66A (AWS &...
  • Page 6 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 1 Introduction ................1-1 1.1 Conventions used ................. 1-1 1.2 Hardware components ..............1-2 2 Safety requirements ............... 2-1 2.1 Overview..................2-1 2.2 Purpose ..................2-1 2.3 Warning symbols................2-1 2.4 General safety precautions ............2-1 3 Physical description..............3-1 3.1 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH boards and modules ........
  • Page 8 Contents 6.6 Connecting the grounding cable............6-8 6.7 Connecting the RET cables............. 6-9 6.8 Connecting the GigE optical fronthaul cables ........6-10 6.9 Connecting the RF cables............. 6-10 6.10 Connecting the alarms cable ............6-11 6.11 Connecting the –48 V dc power cable .......... 6-11 6.12 Weatherproofing cable connections ..........
  • Page 9 List of tables Table P-1 iRM4451 iRRH models/configuration list ........P-ii Table P-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH part numbers..........P-ii Table 3-1 Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH technical specifications ..3-2 Table 3-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH connectors ..........3-5 Table 3-3 Lumberg 0315 12 alarm connector details........3-10 Table 3-4 LED indicators description and operating characteristics ....
  • Page 10 List of tables iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 List of figures Figure 1-1 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH functional block diagram ......1-2 Figure 3-1 Altiostar networks iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH ........3-1 Figure 3-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH RF connectors location ......3-3 Figure 3-3 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH RET and –48v DC (power) connector location3-3 Figure 3-4 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH GPS and fronthaul connectors location ..
  • Page 12 List of figures iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    They do not show all details and exceptions, but highlight the main points of the installation. Altiostar Networks, Inc. will often be referred to as Altiostar Networks, or simply Altiostar. The Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 intelligent Remote Radio Head will often be referred to in the generic as the iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH, iRM4451nn00-2, or simply the iRRH.

  • Page 14: Hardware Components

    Introduction Figure 1-1 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH functional block diagram 1.2 Hardware components The following major circuit cards and components comprise the iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH. Figure 1-1. • Signal Processing Module • Radio Card • Signal Conditioning and Protection • Internal power supply •...
  • Page 15 Introduction The Signal Processing Module (SPM) provides single carrier, single band, single sector LTE eNodeB operation; it is the Gigabit interface to the Altiostar base station unit (vBBU). It also provides for 20 MHz (max) instantaneous carrier bandwidth (IBW) support for 3GPP LTE Release 11 advanced features, L1/L2 signal conditioning, signal protection and signal processing of the fronthaul signal inputs, as well as eNodeB timing recovery and synchronization from either the external GPS antenna or 1588V2 extraction of timing from the Layer 2 stratum.
  • Page 16 Introduction iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Safety Requirements

    Safety requirements 2 Safety requirements 2.1 Overview This section provides safety precautions that apply to the iRM4451 iRRH. The precautions statements are required by national or regional standards institutes in the country or region where they apply. This document complies with these requirements. 2.2 Purpose To protect installation personnel, equipment and operations, this document contains safety statements.
  • Page 18 Safety requirements The power system and RET cables will have hazardous energy and voltages present. Follow all safety warnings and practices when servicing this equipment. This equipment must be installed, serviced, and operated only by authorized, qualified and trained personnel who have the necessary knowledge and practical experience with electrical equipment and who understand the hazards that can arise when working on this type of equipment.
  • Page 19 Safety requirements • Grounding and circuit integrity is vital to a safe operating environment. Grounding conductors must be in place before installing the equipment. Never operate equipment when grounding or bonding conductor has been removed. • Never install equipment not identified in this procedure. Fire or injury could result from improperly installed equipment.
  • Page 20 Safety requirements WARNING LIGHTNING STRIKE HAZARD! • Lightning strikes are possible during stormy weather. Do not install equipment if stormy conditions exist. • Never work on telecommunications power supply lines or antenna feeders at the cell site during stormy conditions. WARNING SHOCK HAZARD! •...
  • Page 21 Safety requirements Equipment showing signs of condensation should be allowed to dry before installation. CAUTION ELECTROSTATICALLY SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT! Semiconductor components are sensitive to electrostatic electricity and may be damaged by static discharge. When handling the equipment, the following rules must be followed: •...
  • Page 22 Safety requirements iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Physical Description

    Figure 3-1 Altiostar networks iRM4451 00-2 iRRH The Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH can be mounted on a wall, mast or tower using the supplied mounting bracket assembly and mounting plate. Table 3-1 lists the model numbers for specific bands, and specifications of the iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH by characteristic type.

  • Page 24: Irm4451Nn00-2 Irrh Controls, Indicators Connectors And Components

    Physical description Table 3-1 Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH technical specifications Item Specification Physical Dimensions (H×W×D)  - Excludes solar shield Radio Module 17.7 × 21.1 × 6.3 in (450 × 535 × 161 mm) 13.8 × 6.0 × 0.9 in (350 × 152 × 24 mm) Weight...
  • Page 25 Physical description Connector locations for RF input/output are shown in Figure 3-2. Connector locations for –48 V DC Power and Remote Electrical Tilt are shown in Figure 3-3. Connector locations for GPS antenna and fronthaul are shown in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH RF connectors location 48v DC...

  • Page 26: Figure 3-4 Irm4451Nn00-2 Irrh Gps And Fronthaul Connectors Location

    Physical description Figure 3-4 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH GPS and fronthaul connectors location Figure 3-5 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH ground connector location iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Gps Connector

    Physical description Table 3-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH connectors Connection Control/Connector Type Quantity Function Rosenberger 2-pin –48v DC connector (PN 99K73E- –48 V DC power input 199N1) Dual-hole lug terminal Equipment grounding (GND) N (female), 50 Ù Timing source input Provides +24 V DC and RS5 control function for AISGv2.0- 8-pin circular DIN compliant antenna remote...

  • Page 28: Power Connector

    Physical description through ANT1. The RF cables are supplied and pre-installed by the Installer in lengths according to site requirements. The 4.3-10 RF jack screw connector is secured by torquing the coupling nut to 44.25 in-lb (5 Nm) using a torque wrench. NOTE The Installer is also responsible for determining the antenna type, and supplying and pre-installing the antennas at the site.

  • Page 29: Figure 3-7 Rosenberger -48 V Dc Power Plug (Exploded View)

    Physical description cable onto the plug. Assembly instructions (MA_99A5) are found in the kit with the mating plug. Figure 3-7 Rosenberger –48 V DC power plug (exploded view) The power source end of the plug has screw terminals for connection to Installer- provided 8 AWG power cables.

  • Page 30: Ret Connector

    Physical description 3.2.4 RET connector The RET (Remote Electrical Tilt) bulkhead connector provides the capability of electrical antenna control to all antennas connected to the iRM4451nn00-2. Pin assignments for the RET standard 8-pin DIN connector is shown in Figure 3-9. The connector is keyed to prevent mis-mating.

  • Page 31: Figure 3-10 Rosenberger Rfe Fiber-Optic Enclosure

    Physical description To assemble the Rosenberger RFE plug, the threaded sealing nut is first routed onto the fiber cable, followed by installation of a split grommet and clamping claw onto the fiber itself (see Figure 3-10 for the order of RFE assembly). The fiber cable/split grommet/clamping claw assembly is then pressed and seated into the plug body.

  • Page 32: Alarms Connector

    Physical description NOTE Remove the dust cap only when ready to connect the cable to the iRM4451nn00-2. The GigE optical fronthaul cables are supplied and pre-installed at the site by the Installer. Detailed assembly instructions (Rosenberger PN MA_98A1) are supplied with each Rosenberger RFE in its packing box.

  • Page 33: Access Panel (Factory Use Only)

    Physical description 3.2.7 Access panel (factory use only) An access panel (Figure 3-11)is located on the SPM module next to the LEDs. This panel is for factory use only. WARNING DO NOT OPEN THE ACCESS PANEL. The access panel is for factory use only.

  • Page 34: Table 3-4 Led Indicators Description And Operating Characteristics

    Physical description Table 3-4 LED indicators description and operating characteristics Indicator Description Operation • OFF when no power is applied to the unit • Steady GREEN when power to the unit is POWER Indicated power ON/OFF status normal/in service • Steady RED when a power fault is present •...

  • Page 35: Vent Port

    Physical description Table 3-5 LED blink rates Indicator state Description Varying blink rate, noticeably faster than a slow blink rate (used only as a Fast blink location aid/unit ID) Table 3-6 LED indicators boot-up sequence Indicator name Time (mm:ss) POWER STATUS —...

  • Page 36: Figure 3-12 Vent Port

    Physical description Figure 3-12 Vent port 3-14 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Installation Prerequisites

    Installation prerequisites 4 Installation prerequisites This section contains information on the documentation, tools, equipment, and conditions required for performing the installation procedure. The document assumes that the target audience has reasonable industry experience, is qualified, and has installed wireless base stations in the past. 4.1 Required tools A typical telecommunications technician's toolkit is required to complete the iRM4451nn00-2 installation.
  • Page 38 Installation prerequisites Required Tools Cordless electric Cable tie tool screwdriver Pulley-minimum Nylon bridle sling, 2- load-bearing leg, 2 in (5.1 mm) capacity 880 lb (400 straps, 6×19 EIPS, or equivalent Punch Wire stripper Self-amalgamating waterproofing tape (e.g., Commscope Rope - minimum Miracle Tape, breaking strength ...

  • Page 39: Required Site Equipment

    4.2 Required site equipment This section describes the additional interconnecting equipment required for the installation of the Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2. These are essentially cables, connectors and fixing arrangements. The specification of these items may need to be customized on site by the Installer (specifically the type and length of cables). Refer...

  • Page 40: Site Preparation

    Installation prerequisites Table 4-2 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Installer-supplied parts list Part number Part description Installer-acquired parts for pre-installation requirements Any splitter/combiner/amp/cable required for As specified per site shared requirement remote antenna. Power cable, 8 AWG min., shielded, round cable. As specified per site Refer to requirement Power connector...

  • Page 41: Table 4-3 Site Pre-Installation Visit Checklist

    Verify proper in-line surge protectors are installed, where required, on power and RET cables as specified in the Site Installation Plan. Verify that the Operator, Installer, Altiostar Networks and all other affected parties are in agreement with the equipment installation location, power source, and grounding location, to meet the installation checklist requirements.

  • Page 42: Site Installation Checklist

    Verify all ordered hardware, including that not provided as part of the Altiostar Networks intelligent eNodeB solution, is available and on site. Verify that the Operator or his representative(s), the Installer, Altiostar Networks, and all other affected parties are in agreement with the equipment installation location, power source, and grounding location, to meet the installation checklist requirements.
  • Page 43 Installation prerequisites Table 4-4 Site installation checklist Item Site installation checklist Check Verify proper in-line surge protectors are installed, where required, on –48 V DC power and RET cables as specified in the Site Installation Plan. Verify recommended size wire is installed in the external power source supplying –48 V DC power to the unit.
  • Page 44 Installation prerequisites iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Installation Overview

    5 Installation overview This section provides an overview of the installation procedures and instructions for installing the Altiostar Networks iRM4451nn00-2 intelligent Remote Radio Head. All required cabling for grounding, power, fronthaul, RF and optional GPS, are supplied by the Installer, as provided in the Site Installation Plan, and should already be pre- installed with drops to the iRRH location, or according to local practice.

  • Page 46: Verifying All Parts Received

    Installation overview To unpack the shipping container: 1. Verify no shipping damage to box. NOTE It is important to report damage or material shortages to the shipping carrier while a representative is on site. If concealed damage or material shortages are found at a later time, contact the shipper to make arrangements for inspection and claim filing.

  • Page 47: Table 5-5 Irm4451Nn00-2 Irrh Parts List

    Installation overview Table 5-5 iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH parts list Altiostar part number Part description n = 2 Band 7 (2.6 GHz) n = 3 Band 4 (AWS) 509-0n-0002 n = 4 66A (AWS & AWS-3) (top level) n = 5 Band 2 (1.9 GHz) n = 6 Band 3 (1.8 GHz) 340-00-0068...
  • Page 48 Installation overview iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Installing The Irm4451Nn00-2

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 6 Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 This section provides the procedure for installing the iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH in remote locations such as on towers, poles, masts, walls, roofs, or other structures utilizing a universal mounting assembly. Instructions for making connections to external interfaces, cabling, grounding and power are also provided.

  • Page 50: Routing Pre-Assembled Power/Gige Optical Fronthaul/Grounding Cables

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 NOTE The grounding cable to the iRM4451 00-2 should be 3.9 in (10 cm) longer than other cables to the unit. This will maintain ground connection should the cables be pulled off when the unit is extended beyond the length of the cables. To install ground terminal lug: 1.

  • Page 51: Figure 6-2 Irm4451Nn00-2 Cable Routing

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 Figure 6-2 iRM4451nn00-2 cable routing 2. Secure and dress all cables according to local practice. iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...

  • Page 52: Installing The Mounting Bracket

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 6.3 Installing the mounting bracket The iRM4451nn00-2 is shipped from the factory with the mounting plate pre-installed on the chassis as shown in Figure 6-3. Figure 6-3 iRM4451nn00-2 mounting plate 6.3.1 Mounting on a pole/mast The following procedure provided instructions for mounting the iRM4451nn00-2 on a pole/mast using the supplied mounting bracket assembly.

  • Page 53: Mounting On A Wall

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 Figure 6-4 Installing mounting bracket on a pole NOTE IMPORTANT! Maintain the parallel orientation of the clamp and bracket while tightening the nuts. This will require alternating tightening the M12-175 nuts on each screw stud until the final torque, 29.5 ft-lb (40 Nm) is achieved. 6.3.2 Mounting on a wall The following procedure provides instructions for mounting the iRM4451nn00-2 to a wall or other flat, vertical surface.

  • Page 54: Hoisting The Irm4451Nn00-2 On Elevated Structures

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 NOTE The Installer must provide two (2) M12 anchors, designed for outdoor use, that are compatible with the type structure on which the iRM4451nn00-2 is to be installed. To install mounting plate on a wall: 1. Determine the location where the mounting bracket is to be installed. NOTE The center-to-center distance for drilling holes to install the selected anchor is 5.5 in (140 mm).

  • Page 55: Installing The Irm4451Nn00-2 On The Mounting Bracket

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 WARNING Be sure to follow all established local practice and safety precautions when hoisting the equipment on elevated structures. Figure 6-5 Hoist line carabiner attachment points 6.5 Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 on the mounting bracket This section provides the procedure for installing the iRM4451nn00-2 main unit on the installed mounting bracket.

  • Page 56: Connecting The Grounding Cable

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 To install iRM4451nn00-2 on the mounting bracket: 1. Hang the iRM4451nn00-2 chassis on the mounting bracket by aligning the mounting plate tabs on the rear of the chassis to the mounting bracket slots (see Figure 6-6). Figure 6-6 Aligning mounting plate tabs to mounting bracket 2.

  • Page 57: Connecting The Ret Cables

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 To connect grounding cable: 1. Fasten the dual-hole grounding lug and cable assembly to the iRM4451nn00-2 chassis grounding posts using two (2) M5-0.8 screws and washers (supplied by Installer). See Figure 6-7. Figure 6-7 Connecting the grounding cable 2.

  • Page 58: Connecting The Gige Optical Fronthaul Cables

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 6.8 Connecting the GigE optical fronthaul cables This section provides the procedure for connecting the GigE optical fronthaul cable to the FH1 or FH2 SFP connector sockets. A set of detailed assembly instructions are provided with each Rosenberger Fiber Enclosure. The instructions detail the assembly of the enclosure over duplex fiber-optic cables..

  • Page 59: Connecting The Alarms Cable

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 6.10 Connecting the alarms cable This section provides the procedure for connecting the alarms cable, terminated at the macro iRRH with a Lumberg 0322 12 circular 12-pin DIN connector, to the iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH. To connect the alarms cable: 1.

  • Page 60: Checking Power

    Installing the iRM4451nn00-2 self-fusing tape (refer to Required tools on page 4-1) as shown in Figure 6-8, or according to local practice. NOTE To ensure a weather-tight connection, be sure to wrap the entire connection with self-fusing tape. Refer to the recommended taping procedure in Section 6.12. ...

  • Page 61: Terms, Acronyms And Abbreviations

    Terms, Acronyms and Abbreviations 7 Terms, Acronyms and Abbreviations Term Description American Wire Gauge Advanced Wireless Services Baseband Unit Bill of Materials Common Bonding Network Code of federal regulations C-RAN Cloud-Radio Access Network Digital Input EIPS Electronics Industry Pallet Specification Enterprise Management System Engineering Note Fiber Optic...
  • Page 62 Terms, Acronyms and Abbreviations Term Description Remote Antenna Tilt Radio Frequency Rosenberger Fiber Enclosure Receive SEMS Screw and Washer Assemblies Stainless Steel Transmit vBBU virtual Baseband Unit VDC or V dc Voltage direct current iRM4451nn00-2 iRRH Product Description and Installation Guide...
  • Page 64 Product Description and Installation Guide Revision 1.2 240-00-0051 Copyright © 2017 Altiostar Networks, Inc.

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