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GSM-204-423
Installation & Configuration
Horizon macro outdoor
E Motorola 1999-2001
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the U.K.
Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor
68P02902W03-A
i
31st Oct 01
CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION

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  • Page 1 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration Horizon macro outdoor E Motorola 1999-2001 All Rights Reserved Printed in the U.K. Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 2 Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the rights that arise by operation of law in the sale of a product. Restrictions The software described in this document is the property of Motorola.
  • Page 3 GSM-204-423 Issue status of this manual Issue status of this manual Introduction The following shows the issue status of this manual since it was first released. Version information The following lists the versions of this manual in order of manual issue: Manual Date of Remarks...
  • Page 4 Important notice If this manual was obtained when attending a Motorola training course, it will not be updated or amended by Motorola. It is intended for TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY. If it was supplied under normal operational circumstances, to support a major software release, then corrections will be supplied automatically by Motorola in the form of General Manual Revisions (GMRs).
  • Page 5 Text conventions The following conventions are used in the Motorola cellular infrastructure manuals to represent keyboard input text, screen output text and special key sequences.
  • Page 6 First aid in case of electric shock GSM-204-423 First aid in case of electric shock Warning WARNING Do not touch the victim with your bare hands until the electric circuit is broken. Switch off. If this is not possible, protect yourself with dry insulating material and pull or push the victim clear of the conductor.
  • Page 7 GSM-204-423 Reporting safety issues Reporting safety issues Introduction Whenever a safety issue arises, carry out the following procedure in all instances. Ensure that all site personnel are familiar with this procedure. Procedure Whenever a safety issue arises: Make the equipment concerned safe, for example, by removing power. Make no further attempt to tamper with the equipment.
  • Page 8 Warnings and cautions Introduction The following describes how warnings and cautions are used in this manual and in all manuals of this Motorola manual set. Warnings Definition of Warning A warning is used to alert the reader to possible hazards that could cause loss of life, physical injury, or ill health.
  • Page 9 Observe the following warnings during all phases of operation, installation and maintenance of the equipment described in the Motorola manuals. Failure to comply with these warnings, or with specific warnings elsewhere in the Motorola manuals, violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
  • Page 10 ... substitute parts or modify equipment. Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification of equipment. Contact Motorola if in doubt to ensure that safety features are maintained. Battery supplies Do not wear earth straps when working with standby battery supplies.
  • Page 11 Introduction Observe the following cautions during operation, installation and maintenance of the equipment described in the Motorola manuals. Failure to comply with these cautions or with specific cautions elsewhere in the Motorola manuals may result in damage to the equipment. Motorola assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 12 Devices sensitive to static GSM-204-423 Devices sensitive to static Introduction Certain metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) devices embody in their design a thin layer of insulation that is susceptible to damage from electrostatic charge. Such a charge applied to the leads of the device could cause irreparable damage. These charges can be built up on nylon overalls, by friction, by pushing the hands into high insulation packing material or by use of unearthed soldering irons.
  • Page 13 GSM-204-423 Motorola GSM manual set Motorola GSM manual set Introduction The following manuals provide the information needed to operate, install and maintain the Motorola equipment. Generic GSM manuals The following are the generic manuals in the GSM manual set, these manuals...
  • Page 14 Motorola GSM manual set GSM-204-423 Related GSM manuals The following are related Motorola GSM manuals: Classification number Name Order number GSM-001-103 System Information: BSS Equipment Planning ..68P02900W21 GSM-002-103 System Information: DataGen ....
  • Page 15 The Motorola 68P order (catalogue) number is used to order manuals. Ordering manuals All orders for Motorola manuals must be placed with your Motorola Local Office or Representative. Manuals are ordered using the order (catalogue) number. Motorola manual sets may also be ordered on CD-ROM.
  • Page 16 General Manual Revisions (GMRs). GMRs are issued to correct Motorola manuals as and when required. A GMR has the same identity as the target manual. Each GMR is identified by a number in a sequence that starts at 01 for each manual at each issue.
  • Page 17 GSM-204-423 GMR amendment record GMR amendment record instructions When a GMR is inserted in this manual, the amendment record below is completed to record the GMR. Retain the pink instruction sheet that accompanies each GMR and insert it in a suitable place in this manual for future reference.
  • Page 18 GMR amendment record GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 Introduction to installation Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 20 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 21 Inst. 1–2 Horizonmacro outdoor tool list .........
  • Page 22 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 23 GSM-204-423 Introduction to installation and configuration Introduction to installation and configuration Manual scope This category (GSM-204-423) covers installation and commissioning for the cabinet, arranged in the following chapters: Chapter 1 Introduction General information, safety precautions, and information about tools needed to install the equipment.
  • Page 24 Introduction to installation and configuration GSM-204-423 Safety instructions WARNING This equipment must only be installed by trained personnel. The following safety instructions must be observed when installing the equipment described in this manual: The installation and configuration procedures described in this manual must only be carried out by suitably trained personnel.
  • Page 25 GSM-204-423 Horizonmacro outdoor tool list Horizon macro outdoor tool list Overview of tool list This section lists the recommended tools required for installing, commissioning and maintaining the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet. Tool list Table 1-1 lists the recommended tools for Horizon macro outdoor.
  • Page 26 Horizonmacro outdoor tool list GSM-204-423 Quantity Description 1 pair Flush cut wire cutters 1 pair Light duty cable cutters 1 pair Cable shears Knife with retractable blade 1 pair General purpose pliers 1 pair Snipe nose pliers 1 pair Industrial scissors...
  • Page 27 GSM-204-423 Horizonmacro outdoor tool list Quantity Description RS232 mini tester M to M gender changer M16 collared eye bolts (min. rating 400 kg) Bolts must be manufactured to CE conformity. Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst. 1–5 31st Oct 01...
  • Page 28 Horizonmacro outdoor tool list GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst. 1–6 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 29 Chapter 2 Site preparation Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 30 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 31 GSM-204-423 Chapter 2 Site preparation ..........Preparation overview .
  • Page 32 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 33 GSM-204-423 Preparation overview Preparation overview Overview to site preparation This chapter contains: Information that should be read for initial planning. Information that should be read for safe completion of procedures. Pre-installation procedures to be followed to prepare the site before beginning the installation.
  • Page 34 Site requirements and considerations GSM-204-423 Site requirements and considerations Overview of requirements The base site area, where the equipment is to be installed, must meet: Structural requirements including: – Space for all conditions, including maintenance, expansion and associated cables. – Allowance for cabinet height.
  • Page 35 GSM-204-423 Site requirements and considerations Power requirements The power requirements of cabinets depends on the configuration. Power consumption (dc and ac) Table 2-5 lists typical and maximum power consumption values. Table 2-5 Power consumption of full cabinet, including digital redundancy and external battery charging Typical measured consumption Maximum power consumption...
  • Page 36 Site requirements and considerations GSM-204-423 RF output power Table 2-7 lists the RF power output of the CTU types. Table 2-7 CTU RF power output at Tx connector GSM850 and EGSM900 DCS1800 and PCS1900 60 W (47.8 dBm) +/–1.0 dBm 50 W (47.0 dBm) +/–...
  • Page 37 Allow 1000 mm clearance at front and side where possible, to facilitate installation and maintenance. NOTE In seismically active areas, Motorola suggest using a qualified structural engineer to assess frame mounting requirements, such as floor construction, mounting anchors and cell site construction.
  • Page 38 Site requirements and considerations GSM-204-423 Outdoor site dimensions Basic outdoor site Figure 2-1 shows the site layout plan for a single cabinet with dimensions and required clearances (optional auxiliary equipment housing not shown). NOTE Allow 180 mm additional side clearance if a cable shroud is to be fitted.
  • Page 39 GSM-204-423 Site requirements and considerations Outdoor site with auxiliary equipment housing Figure 2-2 shows the site layout plan for a single cabinet and optional auxiliary equipment housing with dimensions and required clearances. 180 mm for optional cable 1000 mm recommended 1000 mm recommended shroud clearance left side entry...
  • Page 40 Site requirements and considerations GSM-204-423 531.5 mm 18 mm 405 mm Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï Ï...
  • Page 41 GSM-204-423 Visiting the site Visiting the site Overview of visiting the site When preparing to do work at a site and upon arrival, follow the instructions provided in this section. Before departure to site Before departing to the site: Ensure that team members have adequate test equipment, tools, and hardware to carry out the task.
  • Page 42 Visiting the site GSM-204-423 Arriving at unoccupied sites When entering an unoccupied site: Do not enter the site until contact has been made with the OMC-R or MSC. Contact the local OMC-R and local MSC to announce the team’s arrival before entering the site. Enter the site and check for site alarms, for example intruder alarms, that may have been activated by entry.
  • Page 43 GSM-204-423 Visiting the site Rural sites It is the responsibility of the senior member of the team to ensure that all personnel on site are aware of the country code and, especially with respect to water authority sites, any relevant health regulations. Adhere to these points of the Country Code: Guard against all risk of fire.
  • Page 44 Preparing the site GSM-204-423 Preparing the site Introduction to site preparation This section provides a general overview on the preparation of a site, and site requirements. For specific sites, refer to the site-specific documentation. Base site structure The base site structure should be designed to meet accepted cellular system specifications.
  • Page 45 GSM-204-423 Earthing the site Earthing the site Overview The following provides information on suggested earthing procedures for an outdoor site. The separate earth systems must be isolated from each other to facilitate periodic testing of the earth systems. Earth inspection pits are provided for this purpose.
  • Page 46 Earthing the site GSM-204-423 Cross bonding Foundation metalwork must be connected to the earth electrode network. The earth system must also be cross-bonded to an adjacent antenna mast, with two connections made between the two systems. All earth cable terminations must be crimped, clamped or welded;...
  • Page 47 GSM-204-423 Earthing the site Fall of potential This method of testing is used for measuring resistance of earth electrodes but is only practical on single earth electrode systems. Drive the current test spike and potential spike into the ground as shown in Figure 2-5.
  • Page 48 Preparing the foundation Overview of foundation preparation Motorola recommend the cabinet be installed on a separate concrete base of sufficient size and construction to accommodate the Horizon macro cabinet size and weight, as determined by a structural engineer. WARNING Excavations exceeding 1.2 m in depth must be adequately shored to prevent land slip or trench collapse.
  • Page 49 GSM-204-423 Preparing the foundation Preparing the foundation To prepare the foundation: Excavate the foundation (refer to Figure 2-6). WARNING Do not place excavated earth within 1 m of the excavation edge. Erect the concrete shuttering to produce the required base. Position the cable ducts (if low level cable entry method is in use).
  • Page 50 Preparing the foundation GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst. 2–18 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 51 Chapter 3 Installing the BTS cabinet Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 52 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 53 GSM-204-423 Chapter 3 Installing the BTS cabinet ........Installation overview .
  • Page 54 GSM-204-423 Connecting 110 V single phase ac power cables ......Inst. 3–24 Configuring the number 1 ac distribution box .
  • Page 55 GSM-204-423 Connecting fibre optic cables ......... . Inst.
  • Page 56 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 57 Ensure that all site associated equipment is completely installed before commissioning the cabinet for operation. NOTE Some site equipment may not be produced by Motorola, including battery chargers, power supplies, and antennas. Refer to site-specific documentation and non-Motorola vendor instructions.
  • Page 58 Installation overview GSM-204-423 Cabinet view Figure 3-1 shows a filled cabinet, with main components identified, doors and lid omitted for clarity. ONE SURF THREE Tx BLOCKS (Rx) (DCFs SHOWN AS EXAMPLE) SIX CTUs INTERFACE PANEL CONNECTORS T43/BIB ALARM BOARD MCUF FMUX/NIU/BPSM ALARMS INTERFACE...
  • Page 59 GSM-204-423 Installation overview Equipment package units The cabinet equipment is supplied already fitted to the cabinet. The only exceptions to this are: Installation template, (supplied with cabinet). Cable shroud (this is optional equipment). Auxiliary equipment housing (this is optional equipment). Equipment to be installed in the auxiliary equipment housing, (this is optional equipment).
  • Page 60 Equipment delivery and packaging GSM-204-423 Equipment delivery and packaging Delivery and packaging overview Before the cabinet equipment arrives, installation personnel should designate an area at the site where the equipment can be unloaded. This area should also be suitable for unpacking the equipment, if necessary. Consult with the heavy freight or moving company and the owners of the site to select this area.
  • Page 61 Do not attempt to open the cabinet doors if the wind speed exceeds 25 knots (30 mph). Maintenance cover Motorola recommend the use of a maintenance cover for access to the Horizon macro cabinets during inclement weather conditions. NOTE The maintenance cover is not supplied with the Horizon macro equipment and should be provided by the customer, if required.
  • Page 62 Weather conditions affecting unpacking/installation GSM-204-423 No access Access should not be attempted to the cabinets during the following actual or imminent inclement weather conditions, with or without the maintenance cover: Winds in excess of 25 knots (30 mph). Heavy persistent rain, snow, hail or sleet. During an electrical storm.
  • Page 63 If any damage is apparent, DO NOT USE. The eyebolts must not be overtightened; hand tight is sufficient. Motorola recommend the use of slings in conjunction with hydraulic lifting apparatus for moving and positioning Horizon macro cabinets. In addition to these points, refer to and comply with any local regulations that govern the use of lifting equipment.
  • Page 64 Unpacking and preparing the cabinet GSM-204-423 Cabinet access procedures Cabinet access procedures include: Door and lid opening and closing. TMS front cover removal and refitting. Door opening and closing The door lock has a spring loaded handle. The door is operated as follows: Insert key into lock and turn clockwise until spring loaded handle releases.
  • Page 65 GSM-204-423 Unpacking and preparing the cabinet TMS front cover removal and refitting To remove the TMS front cover: NOTE The TMS front cover can only be removed and refitted when both doors are open. Remove and retain the four push in plastic covers. Using a cross point screwdriver, undo the four captive fasteners by turning anticlockwise until they release.
  • Page 66 Unpacking and preparing the cabinet GSM-204-423 Preparing the cabinet for lifting WARNING The cabinet can weigh up to 360 kg. Handle with extreme caution, and in accordance with local health and safety regulations. To prepare the cabinet for lifting and remove it from the wooden delivery base: CAUTION Care must be taken to avoid damaging the cabinet in any way, especially by scratching the outer surfaces.
  • Page 67 Motorola. The cabinet can now be lifted gently and manoeuvred to the concrete base. Safe disposal of packing material The packing material used by Motorola is non-returnable, and should be disposed of safely. CTU module allotted slot retention CTUs are supplied already fitted into the cabinet, with Tx cable correctly attached at the factory.
  • Page 68 Installing the template and mounting bolt anchors GSM-204-423 Installing the template and mounting bolt anchors Introduction to template and mounting bolt anchor installation The Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is supplied with an alloy template. The template is installed before the cabinet to show the locations of the cabinet mounting bolt anchors.
  • Page 69 GSM-204-423 Installing the template and mounting bolt anchors Procedure for installing template The template must be secured to the concrete base before drilling the mounting holes for the M12 anchor bolts. Move the cabinet template to the selected mounting position. Mark the positions of the two template mounting screw holes in the template.
  • Page 70 Installing the template and mounting bolt anchors GSM-204-423 Procedure for installing cabinet bolt anchors The concrete base must be drilled to accept the M12 anchor bolts. Washers, bushes and M12 steel bolts must be supplied by the customer. WARNING Wear safety glasses and a dust mask when drilling holes. CAUTION Drilling concrete flooring produces cement dust, which is harmful to equipment and wiring.
  • Page 71 GSM-204-423 Fitting the outdoor cabinet onto its base Fitting the outdoor cabinet onto its base Procedure for fitting a BTS cabinet To fit a Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet onto a prepared concrete base, (or steel structure): An equipped Horizon macro BTS cabinet can weigh up to WARNING 360 kg.
  • Page 72 All E1/T1 lines connected to Motorola equipment have secondary transient protection as part of the BIB or T43 board. Ensure the receive and transmit antenna connections to the cabinet are fed through coaxial electromagnetic protection (EMP) devices.
  • Page 73 GSM-204-423 Connecting the internal batteries Connecting the internal batteries Introduction to connecting the internal batteries The Horizon macro outdoor cabinet is delivered with the internal batteries disconnected (for safety reasons). CAUTION The batteries must be reconnected before external ac power is connected to the cabinet. Internal battery connection procedure...
  • Page 74 Connecting the internal batteries GSM-204-423 View of internal battery tray Figure 3-4 shows a view of the internal battery tray. SENSE LEAD 4-WAY BATTERY SENSE FRONT +VE TERMINAL B LEAD MOLEX CONNECTOR BATTERY TERMINAL (black cable) SENSE LEAD TERMINAL D SENSE LEAD TERMINAL C SENSE LEAD...
  • Page 75 GSM-204-423 Installing and connecting power and earth cabling Installing and connecting power and earth cabling Overview of power and earth cabling On delivery, the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply. The possible configurations of ac power supplies are: Single phase (110 V).
  • Page 76 Installing and connecting power and earth cabling GSM-204-423 Cabinet earthing points The main earth connection point is located on the earth/connector plate on the cable entry side. This connection is for protective earthing, lightning protection and functional earthing of the cabinet. To earth the BTS cabinet: Ensure the M8 chassis earth studs, located in rear corners of the top section, are connected to the BTS cabinet earth plate.
  • Page 77 GSM-204-423 Installing and connecting power and earth cabling Preparing for connection To prepare for connecting ac power cables to an Horizon macro outdoor cabinet: Unscrew the four captive securing screws and remove and retain number 1 ac distribution box insulated cover. Disconnect and remove the remains of the factory test cable from the number 1 ac distribution box.
  • Page 78 Connecting 230 V single phase ac power cables GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V single phase ac power cables Configuring the number 1 ac distribution box WARNING Ensure that the mains input isolator is set to position O (off) and source is isolated before proceeding. On delivery, the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply.
  • Page 79 GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V single phase ac power cables 230 V ac single phase wiring diagram Figure 3-6 shows the wiring diagram for the number 1 ac distribution box when configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply. MAIN CHASSIS EARTH EARTH...
  • Page 80 Connecting 110 V single phase ac power cables GSM-204-423 Connecting 110 V single phase ac power cables Configuring the number 1 ac distribution box WARNING Ensure that the mains input isolator is set to position O (off) and source is isolated before proceeding. On delivery the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply.
  • Page 81 GSM-204-423 Connecting 110 V single phase ac power cables 110 V ac single phase wiring diagram Figure 3-7 shows the wiring diagram for the number 1 ac distribution box when configured for a 110 V ac single phase power supply. MAIN CHASSIS EARTH EARTH...
  • Page 82 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (star) ac power cables GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (star) ac power cables Configuring the number 1 ac distribution box WARNING Ensure that the mains input isolator is set to position O (off) and source is isolated before proceeding. On delivery the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply.
  • Page 83 GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (star) ac power cables 230 V ac 3-phase (star) wiring diagram Figure 3-8 shows the wiring diagram for the number 1 ac distribution box when configured for a 230 V ac 3-phase and neutral (star) power supply. MAIN CHASSIS EARTH EARTH...
  • Page 84 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (delta) ac power cables GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (delta) ac power cables Configuring the number 1 ac distribution box WARNING Ensure that the mains input isolator is set to position O (off) and source is isolated before proceeding. On delivery the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet is configured for a 230 V ac single phase power supply.
  • Page 85 GSM-204-423 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (delta) ac power cables Connecting 230 V ac 3-phase (delta) mains input cables To connect the earth, 3-phase (delta) cables to the number 1 ac distribution box: Connect the mains input earth cable (green/yellow) to terminal 1 of the earth terminal block in the number 1 ac distribution box, and check the connection of the main chassis earth cable to terminal 2.
  • Page 86 Connecting 230 V 3-phase (delta) ac power cables GSM-204-423 230 V ac 3-phase (delta) wiring diagram Figure 3-9 shows the wiring diagram for the number 1 ac distribution box when configured for a 230 V ac 3-phase (delta) power supply. MAIN CHASSIS EARTH EARTH...
  • Page 87 FOR CLARITY) Figure 3-10 Location of RF components Site configurations supplied by Motorola have appropriate earth, expansion or blanking plates fitted and all internal RF cables supplied. Antennas need only be connected to the earth/connector plate as all RF connections internal to the cabinet, (those between CTUs, Tx blocks, SURF and earth/connector plates), are cabled correctly for the cabinet configuration supplied.
  • Page 88 Connecting antennas GSM-204-423 Cable entry earth plates The standard cabinet is supplied with the earth/connector plate, with attached RF cables, located on the right side of the top section. If required, an optional earth/connector plate can be fitted on the left side of the top section instead. Figure 3-11 shows the layout of the right earth/connector plate viewed from inside the top section (the layout for the left plate is a mirror image of this).
  • Page 89 Connecting antennas Routeing RF cables between cabinets. When routeing RF cables between cabinets in Motorola supplied configurations: Remove the expansion plate pass through blanks, as required. Undo the two hose clips securing each RF cable gland housing and remove gland assembly.
  • Page 90 Connecting antennas GSM-204-423 Fitting left side (cable entry) earth plate To fit the left side (cable entry) earth plate: Remove and retain the eleven M6 anti-tamper Torx screws securing the left side blanking plate, (if fitted). Remove the blanking plate. Fit left side (cable entry) earth plate and secure with previously retained Torx screws.
  • Page 91 GSM-204-423 Connecting antennas Fitting expansion plates To fit an expansion plate: Remove and retain the eleven M6 anti-tamper Torx screws securing the earth plate or blanking plate, (if fitted), and remove. Fit the expansion plate and secure with previously retained Torx screws. Tighten securing screws to the correct torque (see Site requirements and considerations in Chapter 2 of this category).
  • Page 92 Connecting antennas GSM-204-423 RF connection principles The primary receive path is connected to the A branch of the SURF module, either directly or from the Rx connector on the Tx block in non-diversity configurations. The diversity receive path is connected to the B path on the SURF.
  • Page 93 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Suggested RF configurations Overview of configuration diagrams The following series of RF configuration diagrams show suggested ways of connecting together Horizon macro SURF and Tx blocks to meet different operational requirements. The series of diagrams is by no means exhaustive, and numerous alternative configurations may be adopted to achieve the same aim.
  • Page 94 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Single cabinet connection kits and cables Table 3-3 lists cable types and kits used for SURF/Tx block and antenna interconnections for a single cabinet. Table 3-3 SURF/Tx block and antenna interconnecting kits and cables Part number Description 3086225N01 34.5 cm coaxial cable terminated at...
  • Page 95 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Multiple cabinet connection kits and cables Table 3-4 lists interconnection cable kits used in multiple cabinet layouts. Table 3-4 Multiple cabinet interconnection kits Part number Description SVKN1313 3 m coaxial cable terminated at each SURF to SURF in end with N-type plugs.
  • Page 96 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for omni 1 Figure 3-13 shows a suggested configuration, using one Horizon macro cabinet, for omni 1 with twin duplexed filter. Figure 3-13 Single cabinet omni 1 with TDF Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst.
  • Page 97 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for omni 1 or 2 (with/without diversity) Figure 3-14 shows suggested single Horizon macro cabinet configurations, with and without diversity, for omni 1 or omni 2 with duplexed combining bandpass filter. CAUTION If a single antenna (non-diversity) is required, the duplex antenna RF receive cable from the transmit block must be connected to the RxA path at the SURF.
  • Page 98 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for omni 3 or 4 Figure 3-15 shows a suggested configuration, using a single Horizon macro cabinet, for omni 3 or omni 4 with duplexed combining bandpass filter. Figure 3-15 Single cabinet omni 3 or 4 with DCF Unused SMA connectors must be fitted with 50 ohm terminating loads as shown below.
  • Page 99 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for omni 4 Figure 3-17 shows a suggested configuration, using a single Horizon macro cabinet, for omni 4 with dual stage duplexed combining filter and hybrid combining unit. Figure 3-17 Single cabinet omni 4 with DDF and HCU Configuration for omni 5 or 6 Figure 3-18 shows a suggested configuration, using one Horizon macro cabinet,...
  • Page 100 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for sector 1/1 or Figure 3-19 shows a suggested configuration, using a single Horizon macro cabinet, for sector 1/1 or 2/2 with duplexed combining bandpass filter. Figure 3-19 Single cabinet sector 1/1 or 2/2 with DCF Unused SMA connectors must be fitted with 50 ohm terminating loads as shown below.
  • Page 101 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for single cabinet sector Figure 3-21 shows a suggested configuration, using one Horizon macro cabinet, for sector 3/3 with dual stage duplexed combining filter. Figure 3-21 Single cabinet sector 3/3 with DDF Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst.
  • Page 102 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 3/3 Figure 3-22 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 3/3 with dual stage duplexed combining filter. CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-22 Two cabinet sector 3/3 with DDF Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 4/4...
  • Page 103 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 5/5 or 6/6 Figure 3-24 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 5/5 or 6/6 with dual stage duplexed combining filter and air combining. CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-24 Two cabinet sector 5/5 or 6/6 with DDF and air combining Unused SMA connectors must be fitted with 50 ohm terminating loads as shown...
  • Page 104 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for single cabinet sector 1/1/1, 1/1/2, 1/2/2 or 2/2/2 Figure 3-25 shows a suggested configuration, using a single Horizon macro cabinet, for sector 1/1/1, 1/1/2, 1/2/2 or 2/2/2 with duplexed combining bandpass filter. Figure 3-25 Single cabinet sector 1/1/1, 1/1/2, 1/2/2 or 2/2/2 with DCF Unused SMA connectors must be fitted with 50 ohm terminating loads as shown below.
  • Page 105 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 2/2/2 Figure 3-26 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 2/2/2 with duplexed combining bandpass filter. CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-26 Two cabinet sector 2/2/2 with DCF Installation &...
  • Page 106 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 3/3/3 or 4/4/4 Figure 3-27 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 3/3/3 or sector 4/4/4 with duplexed combining bandpass filter and air combining. CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-27 Two cabinet sector 3/3/3 or sector 4/4/4 with DCF and air combining...
  • Page 107 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for 3 cabinet sector 3/3/3 Figure 3-28 shows a suggested configuration, using three Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 3/3/3 with dual stage duplexed combining filter. CABINET 3 CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-28 Three cabinet sector 3/3/3 with DDF Installation &...
  • Page 108 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for 2 cabinet sector 4/4/4 Figure 3-29 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 4/4/4 with dual stage duplexed combining filter and hybrid combining unit. CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-29 Two cabinet sector 4/4/4 with DDF and HCU Installation &...
  • Page 109 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for 3 cabinet sector 4/4/4 Figure 3-30 shows a suggested configuration, using three Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 4/4/4 with dual stage duplexed combining filter and hybrid combining unit. CABINET 3 CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-30 Three cabinet sector 4/4/4 with DDF and HCU Installation &...
  • Page 110 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for sector 5/5/5 or 6/6/6 Figure 3-31 shows a suggested configuration, using three Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 5/5/5 or sector 6/6/6 with dual stage duplexed combining filter and air combining. CABINET 3 CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-31 Sector 5/5/5 or sector 6/6/6 with DDF and air combining...
  • Page 111 GSM-204-423 Suggested RF configurations Configuration for sector 8/8/8 Figure 3-32 shows a suggested configuration, using four Horizon macro cabinets, for sector 8/8/8 with dual stage duplexed combining filter, hybrid combining unit and air combining. CABINET 3 CABINET 4 CABINET 2 CABINET 1 (master) Figure 3-32 Sector 8/8/8 with DDF, HCU and air combining...
  • Page 112 Suggested RF configurations GSM-204-423 Configuration for dual band 1/1/1-3/3/3 Figure 3-33 shows a suggested configuration, using two Horizon macro cabinets, for dual band sector 1/1/1–3/3/3 operation, where sector 1/1/1 is EGSM900 and sector 3/3/3 is DCS1800. This dual band configuration requires one single band 1800 SURF and one dual band 900 SURF.
  • Page 113 GSM-204-423 Connecting fibre optic cables Connecting fibre optic cables Location of fibre optic connections In an installation configuration with more than one Horizon macro outdoor cabinet, fibre optic connections are used to link the MCUF in the master cabinet to the extension cabinets. A maximum of three extension cabinets can be added to the master cabinet.
  • Page 114 Connecting fibre optic cables GSM-204-423 Minimum bend radius All optical fibres have a minimum bend radius. This represents the smallest circle that is allowed to be formed from a loop of fibre, that is how tight it can be coiled, looped or bent. CAUTION Under no circumstances should fibres be bent tighter than the minimum bend radius.
  • Page 115 GSM-204-423 Connecting fibre optic cables Protecting fibres and connectors To maintain good light transmission through the fibre optic link it is essential to maintain cleanliness of the connector end surfaces and/or bare fibre ends. At all times when fibres are not connected into the system, the connector protective caps (normally red) should be fitted and kept in place.
  • Page 116 Connecting fibre optic cables GSM-204-423 Connecting fibre optic cables between cabinets WARNING Do not look directly into a fibre optic cable or the data in/out connectors of the FMUX or MCUF, with or without the use of optical aids. Laser radiation can come from either the data in/out connectors or unterminated fibre optic cables connected to data in/out connectors.
  • Page 117 GSM-204-423 Interface panel cabling Interface panel cabling Interface panel diagram and pinout overview All maincage connectors are located on the interface panel. Each connector is marked with the appropriate label. Power connectors are also located on the interface panel. An extension cabinet fibre optic cable is not connected to the interface panel, but directly connected to the FMUX digital module in the main cage.
  • Page 118 GSM-204-423 Interface panel connector pinout tables CAUTION Keep the plastic connector covers (supplied by Motorola) on unused connectors to protect from damage by static or foreign matter. The following tables list the connector pinouts: GPS, see Table 3-7. RTC, see Table 3-8.
  • Page 119 GSM-204-423 Interface panel cabling RTC connector (not used) Table 3-8 lists the RTC connector pinouts: Table 3-8 RTC pin connections (15-way D-type) Signal/Description Signal/Description Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected RTC0 27 V Earth RTC0 27 V Earth Not connected Not connected RTC1 27 V...
  • Page 120 Interface panel cabling GSM-204-423 BIB (BIM) interconnection The Balanced-line Interconnect Board (BIB), also known as BIM, provides the line isolation between the E1/T1 circuit lines and the the CBIA backplane. The board provides an interface for up to six input and six output balanced 120 ohm lines.
  • Page 121 GSM-204-423 Interface panel cabling T43 (CIM) interconnection The Type 43 Interconnect Board (T43), also known as CIM, provides the impedance matching and line isolation between the E1/T1 circuit lines and the CBIA backplane. The board provides an interface for up to six input and six output unbalanced coaxial 75 ohm lines.
  • Page 122 Interface panel cabling GSM-204-423 PIX inputs and outputs PIX outputs PIX outputs comprise four relay contacts controlled by the alarm board and MCUF. The relays have multiple contacts, some normally open and some normally closed. The contacts are rated for 1 A at 30 V. The contacts may be used for control of external equipment such as fans or audible alarms.
  • Page 123 GSM-204-423 Interface panel cabling Table 3-12 PIX1 pin connections (37-way D-type) Signal/Description Signal/Description Site input Ext 9–1 Not connected Site input Ext 10–1 Site input Ext 9–2 Site input Ext 11–1 Site input Ext 10–2 Site input Ext 12–1 Site input Ext 11–2 Site input Ext 13–1 Site input Ext 12–2 Site input Ext 14–1...
  • Page 124 Interface panel cabling GSM-204-423 External alarm connector This connector is connected to the alarms interface board PL3 by the factory. Table 3-14 lists the external alarms connections. Ten alarms are also shown on the alarm board front panel LEDs. Table 3-14 External alarms pin connections (37-way D-type) Signal/Description Signal/Description Mains AC fail...
  • Page 125 Chapter 4 Installing the cable shroud Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 126 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 127 GSM-204-423 Chapter 4 Installing the cable shroud ........Introduction to cable shroud installation .
  • Page 128 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 129 GSM-204-423 Introduction to cable shroud installation Introduction to cable shroud installation Preparing to install the cable shroud The cable shroud is installed after the BTS cabinet is in position. If the shroud is to be used for cable concealment between two BTS cabinets or a BTS cabinet and an auxiliary equipment housing, 182 mm space must be allowed between templates, (see Site requirements and considerations in Chapter 2 of this category).
  • Page 130 Cable shroud installation procedures GSM-204-423 Cable shroud installation procedures Attaching the cable shroud frame to the BTS cabinet The procedure for attaching the cable shroud frame to the right side of the BTS cabinet is as follows (letters in parentheses refer to Figure 4-2): Remove the side panels from the cable shroud frame.
  • Page 131 GSM-204-423 Cable shroud installation procedures Figure 4-2 Shows the fitting of a cable shroud frame to a cabinet. STEP (4) STEP (4) STEP (5) STEP (5) STEP (8) STEP (7) STEP (9) STEP (6) STEP (6) Figure 4-2 Fixing the cable shroud frame to the left side of the cabinet Installation &...
  • Page 132 Cable shroud installation procedures GSM-204-423 Adapting the shroud for cable entry from below ground If cable entry to the cabinet is from below ground, connect the cables to the cabinet earthing plate and fit the three side panels to the shroud frame using anti-tamper screws, as shown in Figure 4-3.
  • Page 133 GSM-204-423 Cable shroud installation procedures Adapting the shroud for cable entry from ground level If cable entry to the cabinet is from ground level, connect the cables to the cabinet earthing plate and fit the two side panels to the shroud frame using anti-tamper screws, as shown in Figure 4-4.
  • Page 134 Cable shroud installation procedures GSM-204-423 Adapting the shroud for high level cable entry If high level cable entry to the cabinet is required, connect the cables to the cabinet earthing plate and fit the side panel to the shroud frame using anti-tamper screws, as shown in Figure 4-5.
  • Page 135 GSM-204-423 Cable shroud installation procedures Installation between cabinets (or the AEH) This procedure must be carried out after the first cabinet has been bolted in position and before any additional cabinet or auxiliary equipment housing (AEH) is bolted down. Use the shroud template as an aid to determine spacing. NOTE The procedure for installing the shroud between two BTS cabinets or two auxiliary equipment housings is basically...
  • Page 136 Cable shroud installation procedures GSM-204-423 Shroud attachment points Figure 4-6 shows the shroud attachment points on the auxiliary equipment housing. REAR PANEL ATTACHMENT POINTS FRONT PANEL ATTACHMENT POINT Figure 4-6 Shroud attachment points on the auxiliary equipment housing Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst.
  • Page 137 GSM-204-423 Cable shroud installation procedures Cabinet expansion Figure 4-7 shows the BTS cabinet expansion plate and two views showing the recommended installation configurations. RF PASS-THROUGH FIVE CABLE GLAND EARTH CABLE PASS-THROUGH BATTERY BACKUP CABLE AC CABLE PASS-THROUGH PASS-THROUGH FIBRE OPTIC EXTENSION CABLE RUBBER PASS-THROUGH...
  • Page 138 Cable shroud installation procedures GSM-204-423 Cable routeing for multiple cabinet sites Figure 4-8 shows a representation of the RF interconnection cable routeing through the cabinets for multiple cabinet sites. FIbre optic interconnections follow similar routeing. Cable routeing for more complex layouts may be derived from these basic diagrams.
  • Page 139 Chapter 5 Installing the auxiliary equipment housing Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 140 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 141: Table Of Contents

    GSM-204-423 Chapter 5 Installing the auxiliary equipment housing ..... . Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing ....Inst.
  • Page 142 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 143: Procedures For Installing The Auxiliary Equipment Housing

    GSM-204-423 Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing Assumptions regarding site preparation The information contained in this chapter assumes that the site and the foundation for the auxiliary equipment housing has been prepared in a similar manner to that for the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet, as described in Chapter 2 of this category.
  • Page 144: Auxiliary Equipment Housing Packaging

    Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing GSM-204-423 Auxiliary equipment housing packaging The design of the packaging for the auxiliary equipment housing is similar to that used for the BTS cabinet. The main difference is that the box is not wrapped, but is of the “all in one”...
  • Page 145 GSM-204-423 Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing Installing the auxiliary equipment housing template The template (shown in Figure 5-2) must be secured to the concrete floor before drilling the holes for the M12 anchor bolts. If required, place the cable shroud template on the ground against the appropriate side of the BTS cabinet, so it will act as a spacer between the BTS cabinet and the auxiliary equipment housing.
  • Page 146 Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing GSM-204-423 Installing auxiliary equipment housing bolt anchors The concrete floor must be drilled to accept the M12 anchor bolts. Washers, bushes and M12 steel bolts must be supplied by the customer. The recommended length of the M12 steel anchor bolts is 105 mm minimum. WARNING Wear safety glasses and a dust mask when drilling holes.
  • Page 147 GSM-204-423 Procedures for installing the auxiliary equipment housing Bolting the auxiliary equipment housing to the floor WARNING An unequipped auxiliary equipment housing weighs 110 kg. Observe proper lifting precautions and handle the cabinet with extreme caution to avoid tipping. The auxiliary equipment housing must be lifted by fitting eyebolts to the sides of the cabinet.
  • Page 148: Installing Batteries In The Auxiliary Equipment Housing

    Installing batteries in the auxiliary equipment housing GSM-204-423 Installing batteries in the auxiliary equipment housing Introduction to battery installation The auxiliary equipment housing can be fitted with two banks of eight 6 V batteries, mounted on four battery trays. Each bank is wired together in series to provide –48 V dc backup power for the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet.
  • Page 149: Installing Batteries

    (AEH). Batteries are not supplied with the AEH. They must be obtained separately by the customer. Motorola recommend the use of Yuasa or Hawker 6 V batteries (kit number SVPN1216 contains eight batteries WARNING The batteries are capable of supplying high short circuit currents and as such provides a high energy hazard.
  • Page 150 Installing batteries in the auxiliary equipment housing GSM-204-423 Figure 5-4 show a plan view of the batteries in row 1. – – – – FRONT Figure 5-4 Layout for batteries in row 1 Figure 5-5 shows the battery and cable arrangement in row 1. PART No.
  • Page 151 GSM-204-423 Installing batteries in the auxiliary equipment housing Figure 5-6 show a plan view of the batteries in row 2. – – – – FRONT Figure 5-6 Layout for batteries in row 2 Figure 5-7 shows the battery and cable arrangement in row 1. +VE CONNECTION (BLACK CABLE) TO POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX PART No.
  • Page 152: Auxiliary Equipment Housing (Aeh) Connections

    Auxiliary equipment housing (AEH) connections GSM-204-423 Auxiliary equipment housing (AEH) connections Earthing the WARNING Do not daisy chain cabinet earths together. Do not make ac input power connections at the main power source at this time. Connecting input power is the final installation procedure, carried out as part of commissioning in Chapter 6 of this category.
  • Page 153: Connecting The Alarm Signal Cables

    GSM-204-423 Auxiliary equipment housing (AEH) connections Connecting the alarm signal cables The alarm signal cable from the alarms interface board in the main BTS cabinet plugs into the connector PL1 on the front right of the power distribution box. PL2 is for connection to the alarms interface board of a second BTS cabinet, and PL3 is to allow connection of a second AEH The cables are labelled for identification.
  • Page 154: Configuring Battery Backup To Supply Two Bts Cabinets

    Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets GSM-204-423 Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets Introduction to configuring battery backup The circuit breakers in the power distribution box are linked in parallel when supplied. The links must be removed if two BTS cabinets are to be connected to one auxiliary equipment housing.
  • Page 155: Interior View Of Power Distribution Box

    GSM-204-423 Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets Interior view of power distribution box Figure 5-8 shows the interior of the power distribution box, with the components for battery backup configuration identified. CIRCUIT BREAKER 2 CONNECTIONS CIRCUIT BREAKER 1 CONNECTIONS 0 V LINK EXTERNAL ALARM...
  • Page 156: Removing The Parallelling Links

    Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets GSM-204-423 Removing the parallelling links To remove the parallelling links refer to Figure 5-8 and: Ensure the power distribution box is disconnected from the –48 V dc supply and the batteries. Remove the four M6 nuts, plain washers and star washers, securing the cables from the Anderson connectors to the circuit breakers, and retain.
  • Page 157: Refitting The Power Distribution Box

    GSM-204-423 Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets Refitting the power distribution box The procedure for refitting the power distribution box is as follows: Connect the power cables for the heater mats and the fan to the external alarm interface board. Connect the alarm cables for the door microswitch to the external alarm interface board.
  • Page 158 Configuring battery backup to supply two BTS cabinets GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst. 5–16 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 159 Chapter 6 Interoperability between different Motorola BTSs Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 160 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 161 GSM-204-423 Chapter 6 Interoperability between different Motorola BTSs ....Introduction to interoperability .........
  • Page 162 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 163 Motorola BTS product types that can be interfaced for collocation at a single logical site are therefore restricted to those shown in Table 6-1 below. Table 6-1 BTS compatibility for collocation at a single logical site...
  • Page 164 BTS architectures and interoperability GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability M-Cell 6 and Horizon macro architectures Figure 6-1 represents the high level architecture of the M-Cell 6 and Horizon macro BTSs. Both systems provide an optical interface for connection to remote transceivers, which in a normal installation would be used to connect to transceivers of the same product type.
  • Page 165 GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability Cross connections RF coupling RF coupling (see text) Fibre optic link FMUX FMUX Network termination functions Abis Interface Horizon macro (Extender) M-Cell 6 (Master) Figure 6-2 Example of interfacing different products at a single logical site When two product types are interfaced in this way, the control function for the entire BTS is implemented by the master product.
  • Page 166 BTS architectures and interoperability GSM-204-423 Technical issues When mixing different BTS types, the interface may be required to resolve some or all of the following issues, depending on the site configuration: The interface must deliver both Rx and Rx (receive diversity) signals to each transceiver.
  • Page 167 GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability DCS1800 Refer to Figure 6-4. In the Horizon macro cabinet, low noise amplification in the SURF module first boosts the Rx signal by +13 dB. Separate Rx outputs from the SURF are then discretely routed to relevant transceivers in the master cabinet, and to the LNA in the extender cabinet.
  • Page 168 BTS architectures and interoperability GSM-204-423 GSM900 Refer to Figure 6-5. In GSM900 products, RF gain for the IADU and SURF is configurable. A split cell configuration is therefore dealt with in the same way as that described for DCS1800, except that the 13 dB attennuators are not required.
  • Page 169 GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability Transmit path M-Cell 6 combining When configuring the downlink paths for a cell using three carriers or more, it may be necessary to provide additional external RF load(s) for the combiners. This is illustrated by Figure 6-6, which shows a typical M-Cell 6 combining arrangement for a 4-carrier cell.
  • Page 170 BTS architectures and interoperability GSM-204-423 Horizon macro combining A similar arrangement is used in the Horizon macro , which uses a Hybrid Combiner Unit (HCU) and Dual stage Duplexed combining Filter (DDF), as shown in Figure 6-7. The DDF has three input ports together with two internal RF loads, and therefore does not require the addition of any external load.
  • Page 171 GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability Mixed equipment combining When the two different product types are interfaced, a situation can arise where a 3IP CBF is connected to an HCU, as shown in Figure 6-8. In this configuration it is therefore necessary to provide an additional external RF load for this 3IP CBF.
  • Page 172 Special upgrade kits are available for specified configurations. Configuration diagrams and product ordering help are available from the Motorola local office. Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A Inst. 6–10...
  • Page 173 BTS architectures and interoperability Example configurations Configuration diagrams provided by the Motorola local office show top of rack cable and antenna connections for mixed product configurations, together with details of external RF loads required. Figure 6-9, Figure 6-10 and Figure 6-11 are examples of the type of diagram that can be provided.
  • Page 174 BTS architectures and interoperability GSM-204-423 GSM900 5/5 configuration using two cabinets In this configuration, there are no split cells, and therefore no uplink or downlink connections between the cabinets. In the M-Cell 6 cabinet, both 3IP CBFs are configured with external loads provided by the NON HYB. In the Horizon macro, one DDF has two direct RF inputs, plus a third input via the FEEDTHRU.
  • Page 175 GSM-204-423 BTS architectures and interoperability DCS1800 4/4/4 configuration using two cabinets In this configuration, sector 2 is split between the cabinets. The uplink Rx and signals for sector 2 are therefore connected between the BTS types to ensure the availability of both signals in both cabinets. In the M-Cell 6 cabinet, 2-input hybrids are used for combining, each configured with a discrete external load.
  • Page 176 A range of cables is available for uplink, downlink and fibre optic connections, together with the uplink attennuators described earlier. Contact the Motorola local office for further details. In addition, the mounting plate and snap-in multi cable gland shown in Figure 6-12 are required when expanding M-Cell 6 outdoor sites with Horizonmacro cabinets.
  • Page 177 Chapter 7 Commissioning of outdoor cabinet Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 178 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 179 GSM-204-423 Chapter 7 Commissioning of outdoor cabinet ......Commissioning overview ..........Inst.
  • Page 180 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 181 Some equipment at the site may not be produced by Motorola, including power supplies, customer communications equipment and antennas. Refer to site specific documentation and the non-Motorola vendor instructions. All site preparation (Chapter 2) and equipment installation (Chapter 3) must be completed before commissioning.
  • Page 182 Commissioning overview GSM-204-423 Test equipment Table 7-1 provides details of the test equipment required to perform the commissioning procedures in this chapter. Table 7-1 Test equipment required for commissioning Quantity Description Comments The basic requirements are: TFT colour screen. 170 Mbyte hard drive (minimum).
  • Page 183 GSM-204-423 Pre-power up checks Pre-power up checks Overview of pre-power up checks This section contains procedures for testing the power system prior to applying power to the cabinet. WARNING The power system checks provided in this section must be performed before the equipment is powered up. WARNING Up to 415 V ac is present within the cabinet when the cabinet is directly connected to an ac supply.
  • Page 184 Ensure all cabinet earth plates are connected to the site earth. Cabinet structure Examine the exterior and interior of the cabinets for structural, paint or mechanical damage and report any damage to Motorola. Weather protection Check all environmental seals to ensure they are not damaged.
  • Page 185 GSM-204-423 Pre-power up checks Earth continuity check Ensure an earth continuity check has been performed on appropriate equipment, if required. Use the digital multimeter to check that the resistance of the test equipment leads is less than 0.05 ohms. Main equipment earths Connect the PAT tester to the earth terminal and to the following earth points: Antenna feeders.
  • Page 186 Connecting input power GSM-204-423 Connecting input power Pre-connection checks At this point in the installation, ensure that: All cabinet earth plates are connected to the site earth. The cabinets are not already connected to the external ac power source. The cabinets are connected to the ac power cabling. The ac power cabling is routed to the electricity supply company outlet.
  • Page 187 GSM-204-423 Connecting input power Connecting to a three phase (star) ac power supply To connect the earth, 3-phase, and neutral power cables to the electricity supply outlet: Connect the earth ac cable (green/yellow), to the earth point in the power supply outlet and secure.
  • Page 188 Powering up the cabinet GSM-204-423 Powering up the cabinet Power-up overview This procedure assumes all previous procedures have been completed. CAUTION Ensure the correct –48/60 V dc PSMs are fitted. Ensure that there is no blockage to ventilation at the base of the cabinet.
  • Page 189 GSM-204-423 Powering up the cabinet Initial power up To apply initial power to the cabinet: Switch on the external power supply to the cabinet. Set the four pole MCB and the 6 A RCBO in the number 1 ac distribution box to on.
  • Page 190 Powering up the cabinet GSM-204-423 Battery backup and comms power up To apply power to the backup batteries and communications equipment: CAUTION When using external batteries, the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet internal batteries must be switch isolated to ensure correct operation of the temperature-compensated battery charging system.
  • Page 191 GSM-204-423 Powering up the cabinet Power up procedure with code load The following procedure should be carried out to power up the cabinet, with code load. The code will be provided either direct from the BSC from the E1/T1 line, or from a PCMCIA card installed in the PCMCIA socket of the master MCUF.
  • Page 192 Do not remove power or reset the cabinet until downloading has been completed, as this will corrupt the non-volatile memory. If the boot code is corrupted, contact Motorola Customer Network Resolution Centre and request the boot code restoration procedure and the appropriate boot code file.
  • Page 193 PC terminal. Do not power down or reset the cabinet as this will corrupt the non-volatile memory. If this happens, contact Motorola Customer Network Resolution Centre and request the boot code restoration procedure and the appropriate boot code file.
  • Page 194 Powering up the cabinet GSM-204-423 Battery backup and comms power up To apply power to the backup batteries and communications equipment. CAUTION When using external batteries, the Horizon macro outdoor BTS cabinet internal batteries must be switch isolated to ensure correct operation of the temperature-compensated battery charging system.
  • Page 195 GSM-204-423 Powering up the cabinet Components involved in power up procedures Figure 7-2 shows the cabinet components involved in power up procedures. TMS HEATER FUNCTION NUMBER 1 AC DISTRIBUTION CIRCUIT BREAKER MODULE ALARMS INTERFACE BOARD PSU DC CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL NUMBER 2 AC DISTRIBUTION INTERNAL BATTERY...
  • Page 196 Testing the thermal management system (TMS) GSM-204-423 Testing the thermal management system (TMS) Overview of TMS test Objective The TMS test verifies whether or not the TMS is operating correctly. Test equipment The TMS test does not require any test equipment. Commands The TMS test does not require any software commands.
  • Page 197 GSM-204-423 Testing the thermal management system (TMS) Diagram of TMS airflow Figure 7-3 shows the airflow paths through the cabinet and TMS unit. SIDE ELEVATION VIEW OF RECIRCULATION AIRFLOW THROUGH CABINET Horizon macro outdoor CABINET BTS CABINET EQUIPMENT HEATER ELEMENT RECIRCULATION AIRFLOW HEATER...
  • Page 198 Testing the thermal management system (TMS) GSM-204-423 Test procedure Figure 7-4 shows the layout of the alarms interface board and shows the location of the TMS test switches. TEST OVERRIDE (SW1) HEATER ON (SW2) INTERNAL FANS (SW3) EXTERNAL FANS (SW4) CAUTION Do not operate the unit in test mode for more than 4 minutes, otherwise damage to the electronic equipment...
  • Page 199 GSM-204-423 Testing the battery backup Testing the battery backup Overview of battery backup test Objective The battery backup test verifies whether or not the battery backup is operating correctly. Test equipment The battery backup test does not require any test equipment. Commands The battery backup test does not require any software commands.
  • Page 200 Testing the battery backup GSM-204-423 External battery backup (AEH) To test operation of external battery backup: Switch the main 32 A circuit breaker to off to disconnect the external ac supply. Check that the yellow I/P HEALTHY and green O/P HEALTHY LEDs on the three TOPSMs are extinguished.
  • Page 201 GSM-204-423 Sample form 1: Request for connection Sample form 1: Request for connection XXXXXXXXXX ELECTRIC REQUEST FOR A CONNECTION OF A CUSTOMER'S INSTALLATION The electrical installation at the following address will be ready for connection on (date) ............................NOTE : At least 4 full working days' notice is required. Address ............................
  • Page 202 Sample form 1: Request for connection GSM-204-423 PARTICULARS OF THE INSTALLATION (Delete or complete items as appropriate) Type of Installation New/alteration/addition/to existing installation Type of earthing (312–03): TN–C TN–S TN–C–S TT (Indicate in the box) Earth Electrode Resistance ....ohms Method of Measurement .
  • Page 203 GSM-204-423 Sample form 2: Completion and inspection form Sample form 2: Completion and inspection form FORMS OF COMPLETION AND INSPECTION CERTIFICATE (as prescribed in the IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations) DETAILS OF THE INSTALLATION Client Address: (1.) (see Notes overleaf) DESIGN I/We being the person(s) responsible (as indicated by my/our signatures below) for the Design of the electrical installation, particulars of which are described on Page 3 of this form CERTIFY that the said work for which I/we have been responsible is to the best of my/our knowledge and...
  • Page 204 Sample form 2: Completion and inspection form GSM-204-423 This document is intended for the initial certification of a new installation or of an alteration or addition to an existing installation and of an inspection. The signatures appended are those of the persons authorised by the companies executing the work of design, construction and inspection and testing respectively.
  • Page 205 Chapter 8 Decommissioning the equipment Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 206 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 207 ....... Introduction to decommissioning the Horizonmacro outdoor cabinet ..
  • Page 208 GSM-204-423 Installation & Configuration: Horizon macro outdoor 68P02902W03-A 31st Oct 01 CONTROLLED INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 209 Overview This chapter describes how to decommission the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet. To decommission equipment not supplied by Motorola, for example E1/T1 links, power supplies and antennas, refer to the vendor’s instructions. WARNING Hazardous voltages exist inside the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet.
  • Page 210 Decommissioning the Horizonmacro outdoor cabinet GSM-204-423 Decommissioning the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet Introduction Use the following procedure to decommission the Horizon macro outdoor cabinet, and use the checklist to check off each action as it is completed. Photocopy the checklist as often as required. Do not write on the original.
  • Page 211 GSM-204-423 Decommissioning the Horizonmacro outdoor cabinet Procedure To decommission the cabinet: Check the cabinet and its contents for signs of damage. Use a digital voltmeter to ensure that power is not present in the cabinet. WARNING Untidy disconnected cables can create a trip hazard to personnel using the site.
  • Page 212 Decommissioning the Horizonmacro outdoor cabinet GSM-204-423 BTS checklist NAME _________________________________________DATE ___________ SIGNATURE ___________________________________ SITE NAME ____________________________________ EQUIPMENT TYPE ______________________________ NAT ID ________________________________________ ACTION Outdoor cabinet taken out of service by the OMC-R. Packing material (including polythene bag) on site. Is cabinet damaged? If yes, detail in comments box.

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