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- Page 1 Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide BaiBLQ_3.0 August 2023 Version 1.04...
- Page 2 Baicells Technologies. Disclaimer All products, services, and features bought from Baicells Technologies are subject to the constraints of the company's business contract and terms. All or part of the products, services, or features described in this document might not be your specific Baicells network.
- Page 3 Warren Lai, Sonny May, Abel Lamas Resources • Documentation - Baicells product datasheets, this document, and other technical manuals can be found at Baicells.com > Resources > Documents. Support - How to open a support ticket, process an RMA, and the Support Forum are at •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Table of Contents 1 Overview ............................7 1.1 Introduction ............................ 7 1.2 Features ............................8 2 Installation Preparation ......................... 10 2.1 Materials ............................10 2.2 LEDs and Interfaces ........................12 2.3 Location and Environment ......................13 2.4 Grounding and Lightning Protection ..................... - Page 5 Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide List of Figures Figure 1-1: Nova430e eNB ..........................7 Figure 1-2: Network Structure ........................7 Figure 2-1: Pack Out ............................ 10 Figure 2-2: LEDs and Interfaces ........................12 Figure 2-3: Weatherproofing ........................14 Figure 2-4: Weatherproofing GPS Antenna....................
- Page 6 Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide List of Tables Table 2-1: Materials............................. 11 Table 2-2: Installation Tools ......................... 11 Table 2-3: LEDs ............................12 Table 2-4: Interfaces ............................ 12 Table 2-5: Environment Specifications ......................13 Table 3-1: WAN/LAN/VLAN ......................... 30 Table 3-2: LGW ............................
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Page 7: Overview
Overview 1.1 Introduction The Baicells Nova430e (Figure 1-1) is an advanced two-carrier outdoor eNB that is compliant with Third- Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) on LTE TDD technology. This 4x250mW eNodeB can operate in Carrier Aggregation (CA) mode or Dual Carrier (DC)/split mode. The Nova430e supports broadband data access, providing various data service transformation and transmission capabilities to enable outdoor wireless coverage. -
Page 8: Features
Features. The Nova430e primary cell (Pcell) is called Cell 1, and the secondary cell (Scell) is called Cell 2. Each eNB is pre-configured to simplify the installation. Baicells provides operators with local and Web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) software applications to configure and manage individual eNBs and Customer Premise Equipment (CPE). - Page 9 HaloB Solution User Guide • SAS Deployment Guide In addition to the Nova430e eNB two carriers and multiple operating modes, the following is a list of other key features. The Nova430e datasheet providing technical specifications is kept up-to-date on the Baicells website.
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Page 10: Installation Preparation
Installation Preparation 2.1 Materials Check the Nova430e package to ensure it contains the primary components in the pack out (Figure 2-1). In addition to industry-standard tools, you need the materials described in Table 2-1 and the tools shown in Table 2-2 during the installation. -
Page 11: Table 2-1: Materials
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Table 2-1: Materials Item Description RF antenna cable 50-ohm feeder, ½ jumper RF antenna Omni or directional dual polarized Ethernet cable Outdoor CAT6, shorter than 330 feet (100 meters) It is suggested that the diameter of the cable is 0.3 in ± 0.04 in (7 mm ± 1 mm). -
Page 12: Leds And Interfaces
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 2.2 LEDs and Interfaces Figure 2-2, Table 2-3, and Table 2-4 explain the eNB status indicators and interfaces. Figure 2-2: LEDs and Interfaces Table 2-3: LEDs Color Status Description Steady on Power is on... -
Page 13: Location And Environment
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 2.3 Location and Environment The Nova430e can be installed on a pole or a wall. For the best signal coverage, place the eNB in an unobstructed location. In addition to network planning, when determining where to place the eNB, consider the best location for signal coverage. -
Page 14: Cloudcore Account
2.6 CloudCore Account The Baicells CloudCore includes the EPC, managed by Baicells, and two operator applications, OMC to manage network elements, and BOSS to manage subscribers. If you have not already set up a Baicells CloudCore account, follow the steps below. -
Page 15: Installation
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 2-5: CloudCore Login Page You will receive an email from Baicells. Click on the CloudCore link to go to the login page. Enter your login user name (email address) and password to authenticate. -
Page 16: Install Gps Antenna
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.2 Install GPS Antenna WARNING: Ensure the antenna is connected before powering up the eNB. The wireless signal transmission power can cause bodily injury and damage to the eNB and RF power amplifier devices. -
Page 17: Install Enb On Pole Or Wall
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide The GPS antenna system includes an antenna and a connector. The two parts should be assembled according to Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3: GPS Antenna Installation After assembling the GPS antenna, the connector must be waterproofed with all-weather electrical tape and mastic tape. -
Page 18: Install On Pole
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.3.1 Install on Pole The following explains how to install the eNB on a pole. Check to ensure the diameter of the pole is in the range of 1.6 in–2.8 in (40 mm–70 mm). The position of the eNB on the pole should be at least 47 in (120 cm) in height. -
Page 19: Figure 3-7: Attach Enb To Bracket
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3. Align the two pins on the eNB bracket to the pin holes on the pole bracket, and lower the pins vertically into the pin holes, ensuring the hooks on the eNB are firmly attached in the slots on the pole bracket (Figure 3-7). -
Page 20: Install On Wall
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.3.2 Install on Wall Ensure that the wall can bear at least four times the weight of the eNB. Follow the steps below to install the Nova430e eNB on a wall. 1. Take apart the assembled pole/wall bracket so that only the wall bracket remains. -
Page 21: Connect Cables
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 5. Align the two pins on the eNB bracket to the pin holes on the wall bracket (refer to Figure 3-7), and lower the pins vertically into the pin holes, ensuring the hooks on the eNB are firmly attached in the slots on the wall bracket. -
Page 22: Connect Rf Cables
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.4.2 Connect RF Cables WARNING: Ensure the antenna is connected before powering up the eNB. The wireless signal transmission power can cause bodily injury and damage to the eNB and RF power amplifier devices. -
Page 23: Figure 3-12: Pole Grounding
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-12: Pole Grounding 1. The installation position of the grounding bar should meet the design requirements. The holding pole and tower body must be connected to the lightning protection network or grounded with a separate lead. -
Page 24: Figure 3-13: Grounding Screws
Prepare the grounding cable according to the actual measurements and requirements of the specific installation site. The Nova430e eNB has two grounding screws located on the bottom of the unit, as shown in Figure 3-13. Follow the steps below the figure to connect the ground cable. -
Page 25: Maintenance Chamber Waterproofing
RF power amplifier devices. After the Nova430e is powered on, check that the LED indicators are lighting as expected: Power is steady green, cell activated is slow flash green, and there are no alarms (Figure 3-15) per Table 2-3. -
Page 26: Launch The Enb Gui
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide NOTE: For all GUI menus and fields, refer to the following documents on the Baicells website: Baicells.com > Resources > Documents. • CloudCore Configuration and Network Administration Guide • Atom CAT4 CPE Configuration Guide •... -
Page 27: Upgrade Firmware
Follow the steps below to ensure you are using the most recent software version before configuring the eNB. 3.7.2.1 Upgrade Firmware from eNB GUI 1. Download the most recent firmware file from Baicells.com > Support > Firmware, and save on local computer. 2. Go to System > Upgrade and select whether to preserve the current settings. -
Page 28: Basic Configuration Overview
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 5. When prompted, click Proceed. 6. After the upgrade is completed (about 5 minutes), the eNB performs a reboot. 7. On the Basic Setting > Basic Info page, the upgraded version is displayed in Software Version. -
Page 29: Configure Network Interfaces
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.7.4 Configure Network Interfaces The network interfaces defined as part of the initial, basic setup include the WAN/LAN/VLAN interfaces, DHCP, and the Local Gateway (LGW) mode. 3.7.4.1 WAN/LAN/VLAN Go to the Network > WAN/LAN/VLAN sub-menu (Figure 3-19). The Wide Area Network (WAN) interface is an external communication portal (Internet connection) between the eNB's Network Management System (NMS) –... -
Page 30: Figure 3-20: Lan Config Tab
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-20: LAN Config Tab Table 3-1: WAN/LAN/VLAN Field Name Description WAN/LAN Config Tab Connect Type Pane Connect Type Used to select the type of connection for the eNB: • Copper: RJ-45 electrical interface •... - Page 31 The Local Gateway (LGW) must be configured when the Baicells CloudCore Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is used. The Baicells eNodeB (eNB) splits the data and control planes, so there are two IP addresses per Customer Premise Equipment (CPE). The data plane is sent out to the LGW, while the control plane is routed through an IPSec tunnel to the Baicells CloudCore EPC.
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Page 32: Figure 3-21: Lgw
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-21: LGW Table 3-2: LGW Field Name Description LGW (ON or OFF). Default is ON. LGW Mode Select an option: NAT: Packages from the internal network to the external network need Network Address Translation Router: Select optimized route from the routing table (Figure 3-22). -
Page 33: Figure 3-22: Lgw = Router
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Field Name Description IPV6 Switch The IPV6 network interface is used for in-band connectivity with the switch, as ON and OFF. Static Address If LGW Mode = Router (Figure 3-22), set it to ON if you want to use a static IP address. -
Page 34: Configure The Management Server
3.7.5 Configure the Management Server In the BTS Setting > Management Server window, enter the NMS information (Figure 3-24). When using the Baicells CloudCore to manage the network, in the http:// field, enter the following URL address and port number: http://baiomc.cloudapp.net:8443/smallcell/AcsService. -
Page 35: Figure 3-24: Management Server
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-24: Management Server... -
Page 36: Table 3-4: Management Server
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Table 3-4: Management Server Field Name Description Management Server Config Override Cloud OMC URL Select ON or OFF. Selecting ON allows you to configure the URL and port number in the Management Server field in the Management Server Config pane of the BTS Setting >... -
Page 37: Configure Quick Settings
ID, PCI, TAC, etc. Some Quick Setting fields such as Duplex Mode and Frequency will auto-fill based on the eNB hardware model. Make sure the Cloud EPC field is set to ON when using the Baicells CloudCore. If you are testing the eNB in a lab environment, turn the power down as low as it will go under the Power Modify field. -
Page 38: Configure Carrier Setting
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-25: Quick Setting 3.7.7 Configure Carrier Setting Reference: Carrier Aggregation and Dual Carrier/Split Mode Configuration Guide The BTS Setting > Carrier Setting sub-menu (Figure 3-26) is used in eNBs running BaiBLQ software to enable a desired carrier mode setting. -
Page 39: Reboot
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Go to BTS Setting > Carrier Setting to configure Carrier Mode. Click the arrow to view the drop-down menu. NOTE: Whenever you change the carrier setting, you must reboot the eNB for the change to take effect. -
Page 40: Verify Enb Operational Status
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide 3.7.9 Verify eNB Operational Status When the eNB is finished rebooting, check the eNB status using the eNB GUI and the OMC. Once the eNB is mounted at its intended destination and powered on, recheck the status settings. -
Page 41: Figure 3-30: Omc Display Settings
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide Figure 3-30: OMC Display Settings Before the commercial operation, Baicells recommends implementing cell site acceptance testing of a new site to ensure the service meets expectations, to document network speeds at various locations in the cell,... -
Page 42: Fcc Compliance
Nova430e Outdoor 4x250mW Two-Carrier TDD eNodeB Installation Guide FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.