Installation Overview; Cell/Sector Sites - Motorola iDEN Site Controller System Manual

Chapter 4 Installation

Installation Overview

Installation Overview

Cell/Sector Sites

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The procedures described in this chapter assume the field technician or
installer has knowledge of the installation techniques contained in the
Quality Standards Fixed Network Equipment - Installation Manual (R56).
Prior to performing the installation procedures, prepare the site with
Note:
all associated antennas, phone lines, and other related site
equipment. This information is covered in the Pre-Installation
chapter.
The site controller and several RF Cabinets may be installed, depending on
the configuration.
Two terms are used interchangeably when discussing site configurations:
cell and sector sites.
Sector is commonly used when discussing antenna radiation patterns.
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Cell is commonly used when discussing configuration files.
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In an iDEN system, the two are synonymous. Some sites may be configured
with one, two, or three sectors (cells). In this chapter, the term sector is used.
Single sector sites usually provide omni-directional RF coverage and are
referred to as omni sites. Two or three sectored sites have different coverage
patterns for the sectors and are referred to as sector sites. Each site requires a
site controller.
In a typical site, the term cabinet is a generic term used to refer to Fixed
Network Equipment (FNE) mounted in different types of frames. It does not
refer in any way to building electrical cabinets, outdoor utility cabinets, or
some types of equipment shelters commonly known as cabinets.
The site controller can be shipped in one of two ways: compatible with
Schroff Eurorack or EIA 23" power rack.
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