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DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL
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CommScope ERA
UAP2 with Copper Interface
Installation Guide
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P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C
31 Aug 2023

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  • Page 1 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL ® CommScope ERA UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C 31 Aug 2023...
  • Page 2: Copyright Statement

    © Copyright 2023 CommScope, All rights reserved. THIS DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DEVELOPED BY COMMSCOPE, AND IS INTENDED FOR THE USE OF ITS CUSTOMERS AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT PERSONNEL. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
  • Page 3: Document Revision History

    ■ revises Table 3: Maximum Power Output by Frequency (page 12) ■ added 2 new points in Powering on a Copper UAP2 (page 32). CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Mounting a UAP2 on a Wall........................ 24 Chapter 5. Connect a Copper UAP2 to a Classic CAN OR TEN............. 31 Chapter 6. Powering on a Copper UAP2 ....................32 CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 5 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Contents Chapter 7. CAT6A Specifications and Testing Requirements............... 33 Contacting CommScope........................35 DAS and Small Cell Technical Support....................35 Telephone Helplines........................35 Online Support..........................35 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling................ 35 Hardware to Software Mapping Information..................36 DAS and Small Cell Technical Training....................36 Accessing ERA User Documentation....................
  • Page 6: Chapter 1. Document Overview

    This document may contain any of the following notes, cautions, and warning icons. Note: This symbol without additional icons indicates a general note. Notes provide information about special circumstances. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 7: Abbreviations Used In This Guide

    Carrier Access Point, Low Power Multi-Mode Fiber CAP M Carrier Access Point, Medium Power Optical Transport Category Power over Ethernet Copper Transport Part Number CommScope Mobility Solutions Regional-Area Network Decibel Radio Frequency Decibel-milliwatts Rack Unit Direct Current Receive EFTA European Free Trade Association...
  • Page 8: Safely Working With Era Hardware

    Make sure the unit's settings are correct for the intended use (refer to the manufacturer product information) and regulatory requirements are met. Do not carry out any modifications or fit any spare parts, which are not sold or recommended by the manufacturer. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 9: General Installation Safety Requirements

    Do not remove protective caps from any of the connectors until instructed to do so. Note: The UAP2 is to be used only with CommScope (NEC Class 2) or Limited Power Source ERA Subrack, or equivalent. Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge Note: Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components.
  • Page 10 7. Notice: Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For national deviations, please refer to the respective documents included in the manual CD that is delivered with the unit. 8. Note: For a Class B digital device or peripheral: CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 11: Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance

    Pour utiliser cet appareil, vous DEVEZ détenir une LICENCE d'ISDE ou avoir obtenu le consentement exprès d'un titulaire de licence autorisé par ISDE. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 12: Maximum Output Power Levels

    2496 - 2690 29.9 2620 - 2690 29.9 3450 - 3550 29.3 3410 - 3640 29.2 3580 - 3800 29.1 3700 - 3980 29.3 CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Copper Uap2 Overview

    Wall and Ceiling mounting brackets are included with the UAP2. For Ceiling mounting, a 24” drop rail is also needed. In the NAR market, this drop rail can be ordered as CommScope part OC-BA50A. In other markets, the drop rail may not be available as a CommScope part number; look for compatible third-party options such as the Eaton BA50A.
  • Page 14: Chapter 3. Plan And Prepare For A Copper Uap2 Installation

    # APs Maximum # APs Maximum Powered Watts Powered Watts Powered Watts Powered Watts UAP2 1200 2400 2000 4000 CAP L2 1200 2400 2000 4000 CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 15: Uap2 Dimensions

    Unpack and Inspect the UAP2 and Accessories 1. Inspect the exterior of the shipping container(s) for evidence of rough handling that may have damaged the components in the container. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 16: Obtain The Required Materials

    2. Unpack each container while carefully checking the contents for damage and verify with the packing slip. 3. If damage is found or parts are missing, file a claim with the commercial carrier and notify CommScope Technical Support (see DAS and Small Cell Support).
  • Page 17 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Chapter 3: Plan And Prepare for a Copper UAP2 Installation ® system. The CommScope GigaSPEED X10D 2091B ETL Verified Category 6A U/UTP Cable (760107201, 2091B BL 4/23 W1000) meets these requirements and is recommended. There are many parameters that impact the SNR of the 10GBase-T signal received by the CAT2 Card from the AP, or received by the AP from the CAT2 Card.
  • Page 18: Chapter 4. Mount The Copper Uap2

    The drop rail is NOT included with the UAP 2 and needs to be ordered separately. In the NAR market, this drop rail can be ordered as part OC-BA50A. In other markets the drop rail may not be available as a CommScope part number; look for compatible third-party-options such as the Eaton BA50A.
  • Page 19 5. Mark and cut the opening according to the dimensions in the following drawing. 6. Replace the cutout tile in the ceiling. (Leaving the adjacent tile out.) 7. Attach the Octagon box to the drop rail using a clamp and screw. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 20 9. Attach the mounting plate onto the octagon box on the UAP2 side of the tile. 10. Insert the red and blue cable from the ceiling to the mounting plate as shown. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 21 11. Attach AP plate to the UAP2. 12. Connect the red Primary and blue Secondary cables to the UAP2 corresponding ports, as shown below. Tie-wrap the cables in place. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 22 Align the keyhole opening on the mounting plate with the button on the UAP2 mounting plate. b. Insert the UAP2 into the mounting plate slot and slide until the UAP2 plate meets the tabs on the octagon box plate. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 23 Chapter 4: Mount the Copper UAP2 c. Lift the UAP2 vertically and slide it into the locked position. 15. Replace the ceiling tile next to the UAP2. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 24: Mounting A Uap2 On A Wall

    UAP2. 4. On the wall, use the U-bracket as a template to mark the holes at the location where you will mount the UAP2. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 25 Chapter 4: Mount the Copper UAP2 5. Attach the U-bracket to the wall with four anchor screws. 6. Remove the angle brackets from the wall plate. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 26 UAP2 cables provided in the kit. 8. Feed the red and blue cables around the outside of the U-Bracket and tie-wrap the cables, as shown below. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 27 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Chapter 4: Mount the Copper UAP2 9. Attach the wall plate to U-bracket, using the four screws provided in the kit. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 28 10. Attach the AP plate with the four screws provided in the kit. 11. Connect the red Primary and blue Secondary Ethernet cables to the UAP2 corresponding ports, as shown below. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 29 Align the keyhole opening on the mounting plate with the button on the UAP mounting plate. b. Insert the UAP2 into the mounting plate slot and slide until the UAP2 plate meets he tabs on the octagon box plate. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 30 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Chapter 4: Mount the Copper UAP2 14. Gently slide the UAP2 downward ad lock it into place. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release P/N M0203AA, DRAFT Rev C...
  • Page 31: Chapter 5. Connect A Copper Uap2 To A Classic Can Or Ten

    Primary Port of the AP. ■ The “z” CAT2 port (higher number) carries power and RF data only and must connect to the blue Secondary Port of the AP. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 32: Chapter 6. Powering On A Copper Uap2

    ■ Slow-Flashing Red—The ERA GUI is reporting a critical alarm for the unit. The AP can be recovered without replacing hardware. ■ Steady Red—The ERA GUI is reporting a critical alarm for the unit. The AP must be replaced. CommScope ERA ® UAP2 with Copper Interface Installation Guide , Release...
  • Page 33 Note: Some cables list their performance in “typical” performance values. However, sweep- testing is necessary to confirm actual performance. CommScope strongly recommends using Cat6A cable that has been tested to the listed frequency with test confirmation available for inspection. TABLE 7: Cat6A U/UTP Performance Standards (TIA/EIA 568 C.2)
  • Page 34 Note: Delay Skew is 50 nanoseconds for channel/44 nanoseconds for link tested at 10 MHz. Note: For additional information, see also CommScope Product Specifications for the ® GigaSPEED X10D 2091B ETL Verified Category 6A U/UTP Cable (760107201 | 2091B BL 4/23 W1000).
  • Page 35 24x7 Helpline. Online Support To go to the CommScope Wireless Support Request web site from which you can initiate a Technical Support ticket, do one of the following: ■ Scan the QR Code below.
  • Page 36 Visit My Commscope at https://www.mycommscope.com. b. Click New User Registration and follow the prompts. c. After you’ve registered in My CommScope, click the Request Additional Access button and select the DAS and Small Cell Customer Portal from the list of applications.
  • Page 37 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Contacting CommScope Alternatively, visit MyCommScope and use the DAS and Small Cell Customer Portal Application. 3. In Tools and Documentation, search by product, document category or title. 4. Click on the title of any document to open it.
  • Page 38 DRAFT: CONFIDENTIAL Corporate Headquarters CommScope · Hickory · North Carolina · 28602 · USA T: 1-828-324-2200 www.commscope.com...

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