Wideband Radio Head (WRH) : Installation and Service Manual

Wideband Radio Head (WRH)
Installation and Service Manual
044-05249 Rev A
August 2007
© 2007 Powerwave Technologies Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Powerwave Technologies and the Powerwave logo are registered trademarks.
Powerwave Technologies Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the documentation and equipment, including but
not limited to component substitution and circuitry changes. Changes that impact this document may subsequently be
incorporated in a later revision of this document.
This Powerwave product is designed to operate within the Normal Operating (typical operating) ranges or conditions
specified in this document. Operation of this equipment beyond the specified ranges in this document may cause (1)
spurious emissions that violate regulatory requirements; (2) the equipment to be automatically removed from service
when maximum thresholds are exceeded; or (3) the equipment to not perform in accordance with its specifications. It is
the Operator's responsibility to ensure this equipment is properly installed and operated within Powerwave operating
specifications to obtain proper performance from the equipment and to comply with regulatory requirements.
The rated output power of a standard WRH is for single carrier operation. As long as the composite power does not
exceed the rated power (20W for North America), derating is not required for mutiple carriers. For situations above that,
the rating would have to be reduced by 3.5 dB, especially where the output signal is re-radiated and can cause
interference to adjacent band users. This power reduction is to be by means of input power or gain reduction and not by
an attenuator at the output of the device. Input power is rated at 115/230VAC, 50/60Hz, and should be protected with a
20 A breaker. Power strips should, at a minimum, conform to this requirement to prevent equipment damage and
possible overload.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Powerwave Technologies, Inc. for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Industry Canadian Requirement

All Powerwave apparatus introduced on the Canadian market meet all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations. The -20dB bandwidth at 1900 MHz band is 80 MHz. The -20dB bandwidth at the 850
MHz is 34 MHz.
Powerwave Technologies Inc., 1801 East St. Andrew Place, CA 92705 Santa Ana, USA.
Phone +1 714 466 1000 – Fax +1 714 466 5800 – Internet www.powerwave.com
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Table of Contents
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Chapter 1 - Product Description

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Scope of Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Human Exposure of RF Radiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Installation and Maintenance of Antenna Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Radiation Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Chassis Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Sub Unit Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Wideband Amplifier PCBA (WBA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Power Amplifier PCBA (PA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Booster Amplifier PCBA (BA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Control Unit PCBA (CU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Distribution PCBA (DIA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Duplex Filter (DPX). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Fiber Optic Unit (FOU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Fiber Optic Node (FON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Power Supply Unit (PSU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Remote Control Unit (RCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Alarm Interface PCBA (ALI) and Remote Control Interface PCBA (RCI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Sub Unit Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Fiber Optic Distribution Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Multi-Operator Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Chapter 2 - Controls, Indicators and Connectors

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Front Cover Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Cabinet Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
PCBA Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
CU PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
FON PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
PCBA Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
DIA PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
BA PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
DPX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
LNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
FON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
PSU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Software and Hardware Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Chapter 3 - Installation
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Site Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
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Main Power and Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Fiber Optic and RF Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Optional Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
External Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Door Open Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Fiber Link Interface (FLI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Main Power Breakdown Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
21-60 Volt DC PSU Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
Initial Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
Chapter 4 - Maintenance
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Clearing Alarm Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Field Replaceable Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
FON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
PSU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
WRH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Remote Control Unit (RCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
RCU for Radio Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
RCU for Telephone Line Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
Return For Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Obtaining an RMA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Repackaging for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Chapter 5 - Specifications
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Appendix A - Block Diagrams

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Standard WRH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
List of Figures
1-1 Powerwave Wideband Radio Head (WRH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
1-2 CU PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
1-3 DIA PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
1-4 LNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
1-5 Sub Unit Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
1-6 Booster Option Sub Unit Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
1-7 Fiber Optic Star Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
1-8 Multi-operator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
2-1 External Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

2-2 Cabinet Internal Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2-3 CU PCBA LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2-4 FON LED Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2-5 DIA PCBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
2-6 LNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
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2-7 FON Connector Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

2-8 PSU Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
3-1 Mounting Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

3-2 Mounting Bracket Installation on Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
3-3 Attaching the Bracket to a Pole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
3-4 Attaching the Bracket to a Mast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
3-5 Attaching the WRH to the Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
3-6 External Alarm Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
3-7 Main Power Breakdown Relay Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
3-8 PSU Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
3-9 Connecting a PC for Local Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
4-1 RCU in the WRH Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
A-1 WRH Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
List of Tables
2-1 CU PCBA LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2-2 FON PCBA LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2-3 DIA PCBA Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
2-4 BA PCBA Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-5 DPX Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-6 LNA Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-7 FON Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
2-8 Hardware/Software Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
3-1 Cable Connection Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

3-2 Main Power Breakdown Relay Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
3-3 PSU Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
3-4 Initial Startup Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
4-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

4-2 Alarm Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4-3 FON Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
4-4 PSU Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
4-5 WRH Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
5-1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
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Abbreviations Wideband Radio Head
Abbreviations
The following list of abbreviations are used throughout this manual, the software, and the repeater:
AGC Automatic Gain Control
ALI Alarm Interface
AMPS Advanced Mobile Phone Service
BA Booster Amplifier
BeO Beryllium Oxide
BMU Base Station Master Unit
BS Base Station, BS antenna = towards the base station
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CDMA Code Division Multiple Access
CHE Channel Amplifier for GSM and EDGE
CMB Combiner
CU Control Unit
CW Continuous Wave
DAMPS Digital Advanced Mobile Phone Service
DC Directional Coupler
DCS Digital Communication System (same as PCN)
DIA Distribution Interface
DL Downlink signal direction (from base station via repeater to mobile station)
DPX Duplex filter
EDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution
EEPROM Electrical Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
EGSM Extended Global System for Mobile communication
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ETACS Extended Total Access Communication System
ETSI European Telecommunications Standard Institute
FLI Fiber Link Interface
FON Fiber Optic Node
FOR Fiber Optic Repeater
FOU Fiber Optic Unit
GSM Global System for Mobile communication
HW Hardware
ICNIRP International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
LED Light Emitting Diode
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
MS Mobile Station, MS antenna = towards the mobile station
MSC Mobile Switching Center
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NiCd Nickel Cadmium
NMT Nordic Mobile Telephone system
NOC Network Operations Center
OCM Optical Converter Module
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OMS Operation and Maintenance System

PCN Personal Communication Network (same as DCS)
PCS Personal Communication System
POI Point of Interconnect
PSM Power Supply Module
PTFE Polytetrafluoro Ethylene (Teflon)
R2R Repeater-to-Repeater
RCI Remote Control Interface
RCU Remote Control Unit
RCM RF Converter Module
RF Radio Frequency
RIA Repeater-to-Repeater Adapter
RMU Remote Master Unit
RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication
RTC Real Time Clock
SW Software
TACS Total Access Communication System
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
UL Uplink signal direction (from mobile station via repeater to base station)
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
WHO World Health Organization
WLI Wire Link Interface
WRH Wideband Radio Head
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Chapter 1
Product Description
Introduction
This manual contains information and procedures for installation, operation, and maintenance of the Wideband
Radio Head (WRH). The manual is organized into chapters as follows.
❑ Chapter 1 - Product Description
❑ Chapter 2 - Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
❑ Chapter 3 - Installation
❑ Chapter 4 - Maintenance
❑ Chapter 5 - Specifications
Scope of Manual
This manual is intended for use by service technicians familiar with similar types of equipment. It contains
service information required for the equipment described and is current as of the printing date. Changes which
occur after the printing date may be incorporated by a complete manual revision or alternatively as additions.
Safety
It is necessary that any personnel involved in installation, operation or service of units included in a Powerwave
Distributed Antenna System (DAS) understand and follow the below points.
❑ Powerwave WRHs are designed to receive and amplify signals from one or more base
stations and retransmit the signals to one or more mobile stations. And, also to act the
other way round, that is to receive signals from one or more mobile stations, amplify
and retransmit the signals to the base stations. Powerwave WRH systems must be
used exclusively for this purpose and nothing else.
❑ Units supplied from the mains must be connected to grounded outlets and in conformity
with the local prescriptions.
❑ Power supply units supplied from the mains contain dangerous voltage that can cause
electric shock. Disconnect the mains prior to any work in such a unit. Local regulations
are to be followed when servicing such units. Authorized service personnel only are
allowed to service units while the mains is connected.
❑ The WRH cover must be secured in opened position, for instance by tying it up.
Otherwise, the cover can be closed by the wind and cause your fingers getting pinched
or your head being hit.
❑ When working on a WRH on high ground, for instance on a mast or pole, be careful not
to drop parts or the entire WRH. Falling parts can cause serious personal injury.
❑ All RF transmitting units, including WRHs, will generate radio signals and thereby give
rise to electromagnetic fields that may be hazardous to the health of any person who is
extensively exposed close to an antenna.
❑ A lithium battery is permanently mounted on the CU and FON PCBAs. Due to the risk
of explosion, this battery must only be removed from the board by an Powerwave
authorized service technician.
❑ NiCd batteries are mounted on the FON PCBA. These batteries contain environmental
poisonous substances. If replaced, the old batteries should be taken care of as stated
in the local prescriptions.
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Safety Wideband Radio Head
❑ The FON unit contains a class IIIb laser transmitter that emits 2 – 4mW invisible laser
radiation during operation. Avoid direct exposure from unconnected laser transmitter or
fiber cord.
❑ Do not power up the FON unit if a fiber cable is not attached to the fiber output UL port,
neither if a fiber cable is attached to the port but unattached in the other end.
❑ Never look in the end of a fiber cable. The 1310nm and 1550nm laser light is not
visible, so no signal identification can be made anyway. Use always an instrument,
such as a power meter to detect signaling.
❑ Never use any kind of magnifying devices that can focus the laser light to an
unaided eye.
Human Exposure of RF Radiation

Safe distances must be kept when working around antennas. The following paragraphs describe the cautions
to be aware of during the installation and maintenance of antenna systems and how to calculate safety
distances needed for RF radiation at different antenna power and frequencies.
Antennas
To be able to receive and transmit signals, a WRH is connected to a donor antenna directed towards the base
station and a service antenna directed towards the coverage area. A fiber optic cable from the base station
might, however, be substituted for the donor antenna.
Installation and Maintenance of Antenna Systems
Installation and maintenance of all antenna systems must be performed with respect to the radiation exposure
limits for public areas. The antenna radiation level is affected by WRH output power, antenna gain, and
transmission devices such as cables, connectors, splitters and feeders. Also have in mind the system minimum
coupling loss, typically between 25dB and 35dB, is determined by a standard with the purpose to protect base
stations from noise and other performance dropping effects.
Radiation Exposure
The World Health Organization (WHO) and International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) have determined recommendations for radiation exposure. ICNIRP recommends not to exceed the
following radiation power for public exposure:
FrequencyRadiation power
800/900 MHz 4.5W/m²
1800/1900 MHz 9.0W/m²
2100 MHz 10.0W/m²
For antennas larger than 20cm the maximum radiation power can be calculated by using the following formula:
P S = Radiation power in W/m²
S = --------------------2 P = Output power in W
4×π×r r = Distance between antenna and human in meters
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

ESD can severly damage essential parts of the equipment if not handled carefully. Parts on
printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) as well as other parts in the equipment are sensitive
to ESD. Never touch the PCBA or uninsulated conductor surfaces unless absolutely
necessary.
If you must handle the PCBAs or uninsulated conductor surfaces, use ESD protective
equipment or first touch the chassis with your hand. Never let your clothes touch PCBAs or
uninsulated conductor surfaces and always store PCBAs in ESD-safe bags.
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Wideband Radio Head Overview
Overview
Figure 1-1 Powerwave Wideband Radio Head (WRH)
Powerwave WRHs work as bi-directional on-frequency amplifiers used to fill out uncovered areas in wireless
mobile systems such as base station fringe areas, tunnels, convention centers, airports and business buildings.
It receives, amplifies and transmits signals between a base transceiver station (BTS) and mobile stations (MS)
with both directions being served simultaneously. Connections to the WRH are made with N-type or 7/16" male
connectors.
WRHs are microprocessor controlled with alarm and operational status LEDs visible on the front cover. Cooling
is provided through convection heat dissipation. Operational parameters, such as gain, channel number and
power levels are set using a PC running Powerwave OM-Online software which can communicate with the
WRHs either locally or remotely via modem. Remote operation can be performed via PSTN or GSM net. The
Operation and Maintenance System (OMS) provides for Network Operations Center (NOC) configuration and
alarm monitoring.
WRHs can be configured in many combinations depending on the wireless system, system operation (single or
double), and output power. The following paragraphs provide a description of the different models of WRH’s
available.
The Standard WRH is used for analog or digital systems such as GSM, TACS, ETACS, AMPS, DAMPS, CDMA
and WCDMA. It can be equipped with two bands in the cabinet and two bands in an optional high cover. It has
a fiber optic donor port and an RF port for a service antenna (or RF cable) and is designed to be connected to
a BTS via a Base Station Master Unit (BMU) or an Optical Connection Module (OCM).
A booster option is available for the standard WRH to provide greater output power. This unit is equipped with
a 6dB Booster Amplifier (BA) in the downlink path. The BA reduces the number of available bands to one band
in the cabinet and an additional band if the optional equipment in the high cover is used. The BA is located in
the cabinet and is supplied from the existing PSU.
Chassis Design
The WRH is housed in a cast aluminium waterproof chassis, class NEMA4 / IP65 approved for outdoor use but
is also suited for indoor installations. The chassis consists of a cabinet and a cover attached with hinges. The
cabinet contains the WRH circuitry. The cover comes as either a low or high version. The high cover can be
used as an empty cover or be equipped as a part of the WRH or as an independent WRH unit.
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Overview Wideband Radio Head
Sub Unit Overview

A number of amplifier PCBAs are individually shielded and located under the metal cover inside the WRH,
which opens outward for access. These amplifier PCBAs are of different types depending on the supported
system. All of the WRHs are built up with a number of sub units which are described in the following sections.
Wideband Amplifier PCBA (WBA)
WRHs can handle multiple carriers over a wide band. Each band requires one WBA for the uplink and downlink,
and one associated PA or MCPA for the downlink. The cabinet can be equipped with up to two WBAs along with
two PAs supporting two bands or one MCPA supporting one band. .
Power Amplifier PCBA (PA)
The PA is used to amplify the output signal from the WBA in the dowlink direction.
Booster Amplifier PCBA (BA)
A WRH can be modified with a BA on the DL path to increase the output power by 6dB (typically) depending
on system configuration. This BA can operate with a maximum of 2 channels and also requires an extra heat
sink element on the outside of the cabinet or high cover. Some configurations use the existing PSU while others
require a second PSU.
Control Unit PCBA (CU)
The CU is the core microprocessor controller in the WRH and is connected to P2 on the DIA. It contains a
microprocessor, main memory, flash memory for the CU software, EEPROM memory for parameters, memory
for the event log and statistics, a REFO reference oscillator, ports for local and remote communication, battery
powered real-time clock, and MAC identity circuit. The CU supervises and controls operational parameters
such as gain control and channel handling, alarms, event log, password and logon. The CU is also a control
interface for OM-Online and OMS. Software for the CU can be downloaded from OM-Online, either locally or
remotely, or from OMS. It is located in the lower right part of the shielded DIA frame.
Figure 1-2 CU PCBA
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Distribution PCBA (DIA)

The DIA is the core distribution PCBA onto which all other PCBAs and units connect in the cabinet with the
exception of the PA. A shielded metal frame on the DIA provides the mounting location for the CU, ALI and
RCIs, if used.
P36 P11 P34 V2 P12 P13 P29 P14 P22 V1
XOB
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
XOA
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
P26 1
X0A P34
b
a
1
P25
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 P3 16
P28
1 15
DOOR c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
P24
15 8 a 1
a
P26 P25
P29
2 6 2
1 1 P24
P23
1 6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
LNA DOWN-LINK
c c
V6
UP-LINK 6 V6
b b P31
9 9 PC
a a
5 1
V6B P32 P33

5 10
GND
M ODEM ALARM 7
P27 P21
W6B 10 PSU GND
8
P27 1 6
AUX1
W5 5 1
ALLGON INNOVATION
1 SWEDEN M 105 R6
P35
PARKING
FOR W5
8 4
P32 P33 P4 P5 P6 P2 P3 P21 P35 P31
Figure 1-3 DIA PCBA
Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)

LNAs are used on the uplink and are located at the top of the cabinet and the high cover, if equipped. An
example of an LNA is illustrated in Figure 1-4. All of the coaxial connectors are SMA-type. Signals from the DPX
output are fed to the LNA input connector (IN). The outputs (OUT1 and OUT2) feed the WBAs in the uplink
direction. The signal level in these connectors is +20dB referenced to the antenna input. Another output, OUT
LOW, is an expansion output for an additional LNA if the WRH is equipped with a unit in the cover part of the
chassis. The gain to this connector is +2dB. The +7V input is used for +7V supply from the DIA PCBA and the
ATT connection is for a control signal for a controllable attenuator in the LNA.
Figure 1-4 LNA
Duplex Filter (DPX)

DPXs are located on the metal cover sheet in the upper part of the cabinet. Service and donor DPXs are
identical.
Fiber Optic Unit (FOU)
The FOU is a metal plate mounted on top of the cover plate in the upper part of the WRH. The FON and fiber
optic connectors are mounted on the FOU. It can also be configured with combiners, splitters, and WDMs to
obtain a desired combination of several branches with double or single fiber.
Fiber Optic Node (FON)
The FON is the main part of the FOU. It is a bi-directional electrical/optical signal converter and a node in a fiber
network. In addition, the FON has all the functionality included in the CU PCBA and contains battery backup.
It has also functionality for:
❑ Electrical and optical signal supervision
❑ Internal and external alarm handling
❑ RS232 interface for local PC control via an O&M software (OM-Online)
❑ Remote control via an O&M software (OM-Online or OMS)
❑ Interfaces for RCU and FLI
❑ Battery backup with charger
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There are two versions of the FON; one with three SMA ports (UL, DL and RX Mon) and the other with four SMA
ports (UL, DL, RX Mon and TX Mon). The FON has coaxial ports for DL and UL RF signals and two optical ports
for DL and UL fiber connections.
Power Supply Unit (PSU)
A PSU is located in the lower center of the cabinet and, if configured, the high cover.
Remote Control Unit (RCU)
The RCU is an optional communication unit for remote control of WRHs via PSTN or RF modems. RCU types
and details are described in Chapter 4.
Alarm Interface PCBA (ALI) and Remote Control Interface PCBA (RCI)
The ALI handles alarms and alarm communication. It is replaced with an RCI if an RCU is used and provides
an interface between the CU and an RCU for remote communication via modem. The RCI also handles alarms
and alarm communication. Either unit is located in the lower left part of the shielded DIA frame.
Sub Unit Locations
LNA - UL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
WBA PA WBA PA WBA PA WBA PA
DL/UL DL DL/UL DL DL/UL DL DL/UL DL
FON FON
DPX FOU DPX FOU
ALI/RCI CU
PSU PSU
(RCU) (RCU)
Figure 1-5 Sub Unit Locations
For single wideband operation the cabinet is equipped with a WBA in position 1 for both DL and UL paths and
an associated PA in position 2 for DL signal amplification. For dual band operation another set of PCBAs can
be used in positions 3 and 4. The WRH has a FON for uplink transmission via fiber optics. A high cover can be
equipped as well providing up to four bands. PCBA positions are illustrated in the Figure 1-5 and a block
diagram is located in Appendix A.
The booster option increases the output DL signal from the PA. The BA is located at position 3 in the cabinet.
A booster supports one band in the cabinet and an additional band in the optional high cover. PCBA positions
are illustrated in the Figure 1-6 and a block diagram is located in Appendix A.
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LNA - UL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
WBA PA BA WBA PA BA
DL/UL DL DL DL/UL DL DL
FON FON
DPX FOU DPX FOU
ALI/RCI CU ALI/RCI CU
PSU PSU
(RCU) (RCU)
Figure 1-6 Booster Option Sub Unit Locations
Fiber Optic Distribution Networks

Fiber optic networks are setup identically to data networks, for example, by connecting the WRHs in a star
configuration as illustrated in Figure 1-7. In this example, a Base Station Master Unit (BMU) is fed by a BTS via
an RF cable, but an Optical Converter Module (OCM) could also be used depending on the system
configuration. Both the BMU and the OCM contain three FONs and provide continuity to the FONs in the four
WRHs. By using Wave Division Multiplexers (WDMs) and Optical Splitters (OSPs) in the WRHs, the distribution
net can be built up with a combination of star and daisy-chain connections using double or single fiber.
BMU
WRH
BTS
RF
30
70
WRH
Optical
30
Splitters
70
WRH
50
50
WRH
Figure 1-7 Fiber Optic Star Configuration
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Multi-Operator Configurations
Multi-operator systems require the use of Point of Interconnect units (POIs), optional RF Combining Modules
(RCMs) and OCMs as illustrated in Figure 1-10. In this simple example, two operators have two sectors each.
Each sector is connected to a BTS-POI and then to another OCM-POI. Both POIs are the same equipment, the
BTS and OCM prefix denotes the POI’s position and function in the newtork. The POI-OCM is then
interconnected with an OCM via coaxial cables. The combined DL and UL signals are converted to optical
signals in the OCM and then distributed to the WRHs. Additional information is provided in the Fiber Optic
Equipment Operation and Maintenance Manual.
OCM
BTS-POI
Operator 1
Sector 1
BTS-POI OCM-POI
Sector 2
BTS-POI OCM-POI
Operator 2
Sector 1
BTS-POI
Sector 2
Figure 1-8 Multi-operator System
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Chapter 2
Controls, Indicators, and Connectors
Introduction
This chapter contains descriptions of the controls, indicators, and connectors for the WRH.
Front Cover Indicators
Amber Red
Figure 2-1 External Indicators
Two LEDs are located on the front cover, illustrated in figure 2-1, to provide easy identification of a fault in the
system. The amber operation LED lights up approximately 15 seconds after the main power is switched on.
When the LED is steady, the WRH is ready for operation. The red alarm LED indicates a system error alarm
when flashing and a critical alarm when steady.
Cabinet Indicators
POWER OPER POWER FAULT
10V FAULT ALARM BOOT OPER
ALI
or 1
P11
16
2
V2 1
P12
16 1
P13
16 1
P14
16
1
V1
CU
RCI 5
1 P6 16
4
LED
P22
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P 28 1 P3 16 15
DOOR c 9
1 15 16
15 16 b b
15 8 a
a 1
P26 P25
P29
2 6 2
1 1 P24
1 6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32 LNA
DC P 23
LNA c c
DOW N-LINK DC
UP -L INK 6 V6
b b P31
9 9 PC
DPX 5 1
a a
DPX
5 10
P32 P33
TEST P27
MODEM ALARM P21
7 TEST
W 6B 10 PSU GND
-30 dB 8 -30 dB
1
AUX1
MS MS
W5 5 1
-20 dB ALLG ON INNOVATION
SW EDEN M105 R6
-20 dB
1
P35
PARKING
F OR W 5
8 4
ANT ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
S WLI / R2R DATA V
Figure 2-2 Cabinet Internal Indicators
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PCBA Indicators Wideband Radio Head
Figure 2-2 illustrates the LED indicators located on the ALI or RCI PCBAs,the CU PCBAs, the 115/220V main
power switch (S) and the voltage indicator (V) in the cabinet. These indicators are described in further detail in
the following sections.
PCBA Indicators
This following paragraphs describe the LED indicators on the main PCBAs inside the WRH.
CU PCBA
Figure 2-3 illustrates the location of the LEDs on the CU and Table 2-1 describes their indications.
WLI DATA POWER BOOT FAULT OPER
Figure 2-3 CU PCBA Indicators
Table 2-1 CU PCBA LED Indicators
LED Description
WLI Wire Line Interface. A flashing green LED indicates the unit is receiving data over the
subcarrier. A steady green LED indicates: the unit is currently not receiving any data,
is currently not a control station or there is no other node in the network.
DATA Blue LED indicating data transmission in the W-net.
POWER Yellow LED indicating present power and remains steady after power is switched on.
BOOT Steady red LED when the CU boots (10 – 15 seconds after main power is switched
on), then flashing red (5 – 10 seconds), then off if no error is detected. If an error is
detected LED will stay on.
FAULT Flashing red LED for 15 – 20 seconds after main power is switched on. Flashes for
less serious alarms (Error) and is on solid for fatal alarms (Critical).
OPER Steady green LED indicates WRH is ready for operation.
WARNING: A lithium battery is permanently mounted on the CU PCBA. Due to risk of

explosion, this battery must not be removed. In case of battery malfunction,
replace the CU PCB.
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FON PCBA
The FON is illustrated in Figure 2-4 and the LED indicators are described in Table 2-2.
P117
Figure 2-4 FON LED Indicators
Table 2-2 FON LED Indications
LED Description
FLI or Green LED. Fiber Line Interface (FLI). Flashing LED indicates the unit is receiving
F2F data over the sub carrier. A steady LED indicates the unit has detected an FLI sub-
carrier, but is not carrying any data.
OPER Green LED. Lights up for approximately 15 seconds after the power is switched on,
then the LED is dark for the rest of the boot process. When it is steadily lit again, it
indicates the unit is ready for operation.
FAULT Red LED. Flashes for 15 – 20 seconds after the mains is switched on. Will flash for
less serious alarms and be steady for fatal alarms.
POWER Yellow LED. Indicates power is present
BOOT Red LED. Steady LED when the control unit boots up (10 – 15 seconds after the
mains is switched on). Next enters a flashing state for 5 – 10 seconds. If no error is
detected, the LED turns off. If an error occurs, the LED remains on.
WLI Green LED. Wire Line Interface. Flashing LED indicates unit is receiving data over
the subcarrier. A steady LED indicates one of the following: The unit is not currently
receiving any data, the unit is not currently a control station or there is no other node
in the network.
DATA Blue LED. Indicates data transmission in the W-net
BATT Green LED. Steady LED indicates battery pack is currently used as power source
CHARGE Yellow LED. Steady LED indicates battery charging
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PCBA Connections
The tables in the following sections list the connections on the main PCBAs inside the standard WRH.
DIA PCBA
Figure 2-5 illustrates and Table 2-3 lists the connections on the DIA PCBA.
P36 P11 P34 V2 P12 P13 P29 P14 P22 V1
XOB
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
XOA
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
P26 1
X0A P34
b
a
1
P25
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 P3 16
P28
1 15
DOOR c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
P24
15 8 a 1
a P25
P26
P29
2 6 2
1 1 1 P24
P23
6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
LNA DOWN-LINK
c c
V6
UP-LINK 6 V6
b b P31
9 9 a a PC
5 1
V6B P32 P33

5 10
GND
MODEM ALARM P21 7
P27
W6B 10 PSU GND
8
P27 1 6
AUX1
W5 5 1
ALLGON INNOVATION
1 SWEDEN M105 R6
P35
PARKING
FOR W5
8 4
P32 P33 P4 P5 P6 P2 P3 P21 P35 P31
Figure 2-5 DIA PCBA Connectors and Testpoints
Table 2-3 DIA PCBA Connections

Port Connected to
P2 CU PCBA
P3, 5, 6 Not Used
P4 ALI or RCI PCBA
P11 - 14 Channel PCBA positions 1 through 4
P21 PSU, connector 1
P22 LED PCBA in cover
P23 LNA/UL
P24 LNA/DL
P25 Expansion output port to cover circuitry. Only in cabinets.
P26 Expansion input port to cover circuitry. Used in equipped high covers.
P27 Auxiliary Port (8-pin male) - Pins 2 and 3 must always be interconnected to provide
the CU and ALI/RCI PCBAs with voltage. If there is no cable connected, pins 2 and 3
must be interconnected with a jumper.
P28 Door switch port - Normally, alarm input AI4 is used for door opening alarm EAL4
which is arranged using an optional door switch. Signal AI4 and AIC are thus avail-
able also in the P28 connector, to which the door switch is connected. The EAL4 door
switch alarm is activated 10 – 30 seconds after the cover has been opened.
P29 Power to FON
P31 RS-232 PC Port (9-pin D-sub female) - Used for local PC communication.
P32 RS-232 Modem port (9-pin D-sub male)
P33 External Alarm Port (15-pin D-sub female) - Used for external alarm sensors and
alarm equipment. Four alarm inputs, EAL1 – EAL4, and two alarm outputs.
P34 Not used
P35 PSU, connector 2
P36 Not used
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BA PCBA
Table 2-4 lists the connections for the BA PCBA.
Table 2-4 BA PCBA Connections
Port Connected to
P3 P5 on the PA/DL PCBA
P4 HI on the service DPX
DPX
Table 2-5 lists the DPX connections. DPXs are located on the FOU in the upper part of the cabinet.
Table 2-5 DPX Connections
Service DPX for Connected to

Non-diversity
ANT Service antenna (or DPX on the service (MS) DC
HI Connection from the MCP or PA
LO IN on the LNA/UL
Secondary DPX Connected to
for Diversity
ANT Service diversity RX1 antenna
HI Not used
LO Connection to LNA
LNA
Figure 2-6 illustrates the front of the LNA and Table 2-6 lists the connections.
Figure 2-6 LNA
Table 2-6 LNA Connections
LNA Port Connected to

OUT LOW IN on the LNA/UL in the cover, if equipped
IN LO on the service DPX duplex filter.
ATT +7V P23 on the DIA PCBA.
OUT1 P2101 on the WBA PCBA.
OUT2 Not Used
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FON
Figure 2-7 illustrates the locations of the connectors on the FON and Table 2-7 lists the port numbers,
connector types, and port usage.
P117
Figure 2-7 FON Connector Locations
Table 2-7 FON Connectors
Port Description
P101 SMA, electrical RF input port (to the optical TX port)
P102 SMA, electrical RF output port (from the optical RX port)
P103 SMA, electrical RF output port (15dB below the P102 port)
RX DIN/APC, optical input port (to the P102 and P103 RF ports)
TX DIN/APC, optical output port (from the P101 RF port)
P104 Used only for development and debugging
P105 4-pin male, door LED indicators. Used for the yellow and red LED indicators located
on the front cabinet door
P106 9-pin D-sub female, RS-232 used for local PC communication
P108/116 6-pin male, parallel connected power ports for the FON
P109 7-pin male, used for external alarm sensors
P110 W-link jumper, used to terminate units in a W-link. It has to be set in the parking
state for all units except for the first and last units in a W-link. The Parking state (P)
has the jumper between the center and bottom pins. The opposite state (T) termi-
nates the W-link.
P111/112 5-pin male, WLI ports used for interconnecting nodes in WLI-nets (IP or R2R net-
works). They are identical and connected in parallel. One of the connectors are
intended to be used from the previous node and the other connector to the next
node in the network. Either can be used for the first and the last unit in the net chain.
P113 2-pin male, used for the on-PCBA backup batteries.
P114 Backup power output jumper, sets the backup power output state. The OFF state
has jumper between the center and left pins. This jumper has to be in the OFF state
when used in an OCM. Otherwise, it shall be in the ON state.
P115 3-pin male, future port - intended for future use
P117 SMA, electrical RF input port (15dB below the P101 port)
P130 34-pin, 2-line male, RCU port used for connecting an RCU. The connector contains
both the modem connection and RCU power supply.
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PSU
The PSU is located in the bottom middle of the cabinet or in an equipped high cover. The PSU has all the
voltages required for the WRH. It has capacity for the radio circuitry, fiber optics, modem, etc., and also
supplies the BA if used. There are two PSU types with different input voltages:
1. 115/230 VAC 50/60Hz, 300W input max.
2. 21- 60 VDC, 300W input max.
The DIA provides most of the internal connection between the sub units and external ports. Connectors
involved are also located on the DIA. Refer to Table 2-6 for descriptions of the connectors.
P34
P36
P31
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
P28
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16
DOOR
15
c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8 a 1
a P25
P26
P29
2 6 2
1 1 1 P24
6 1
P32
1 P4 16 1 P2 32 LNA
DC P23
LNA
c c
DOWN-LINK DC
UP- LINK 6 V6
b b P31
9 9 a a PC
DPX 5 1 DPX
5 10
P32 P33
TEST P27
M ODEM ALARM P21
7 TEST
W6B 10 PSU GND
-30 dB 8 -30 dB
1 6
AUX1
MS MS
P33 -20 dB W5
1
A LLGON INNOV ATION
SWEDEN
PARKING
FOR W5
M 105 R6
5 1
P35
-20 dB
8 4
ANT ANT
P27 POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Figure 2-8 PSU Location
The External Alarm Port P33 is used for external alarm sensors and alarm equipment. The four alarm inputs
are low-level inputs with common ground (AIC). Use an insulated switch or relay to initiate alarms (open
switches in normal operating mode, closed switches cause alarm). The alarm switch connection can be
toggled between active open and active closed. The alarm input voltage ratings, related to ground (AIC), are:
Vinmax= 5.5V, Vinmin= –0.5V.
The four alarm inputs are connected to the following pins:
Pin 14 AI1 External alarm input 1 - EAL1
Pin 6 AIC Ground.
Two alarm outputs are 1 pole closing and 1 pole opening relay outputs insulated from each other. Maximum
ratings, related to ground or any other alarm terminal, are 50 VAC / 60 VDC. The alarm outputs are defined as
follows:
Pin 9 and 1 AO1 and AO8 Closed when operating, otherwise open.
Pin 10 and 2 AO6 and AO7 Open when operating, otherwise closed.
Pin 11 and 3 AO2 and AO5 Closed at alarm state, otherwise open.
Pin 12 and 4 AO3 and AO4 Open at alarm state, otherwise closed.
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Software and Hardware Compatibility

There are different versions of CU PCBA software which can be combined with PCBAs of various revisions.
These have unique part numbers and revision information. Table 2-8 lists the software currently available in
combination with CU PCBA revisions.
Table 2-8 Hardware / Software Compatibility
CU PCBA CU Software Comments
part # part #
K103/3 SA102 06/x More memory. MAC ID is added on the PCBA. R2R func-
(500-13817-001) SA102 07/x tionality integrated.
SA102 08/x
This information is accurate as of 01/31/2007. As new versions of hardware and software are released without
prior notice, contact your Powerwave sales representative for information on the latest revision status.
For detailed information, refer to the release notes for the CU software to be downloaded (normally found in
the readme.txt file provided with the program files).
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Chapter 3
Installation
Introduction
This chapter contains unpacking, inspection and installation instructions for installing and powering up the
WRH.
Site Survey
Powerwave recommends that a site survey be performed prior to equipment ordering or installation.
Performing a detailed site survey reduces or eliminates installation and turn-up delays. Pay particular
attention to power plant capacity, cooling needs, wall space, and RF/DC cabling/breaker/AC outlet availability
requirements. Cabinet dimensions, and weights are listed in Chapter 5.
Unpacking and Inspection

This equipment has been operated, tested, and calibrated at the factory. Carefully open containers to remove
equipment. Retain all packing material that can be reassembled in the event unit must be returned to the
factory. Perform the following steps:
❑ Visually inspect equipment for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If possible, in the
presence of the delivery person.
❑ Check for evidence of water damage, bent or warped chassis, loose screws or nuts, or extraneous
packing material in connectors.
If equipment is damaged, file a claim with the carrier once the extent of any damage is assessed.
If equipment must be returned to factory, please contact factory for a Return Material Authorization (RMA),
see Chapter 4.
Location
The WRH is designed with a weather proof outdoor cabinet that can be mounted without any kind of shelter
from rain, snow or hail. The same unit can be installed indoors. A preferable site for the WRH is a location free
of obstructions, easily accessible and allows for proper air-flow and ventilation.
If a WRH is installed outdoor and can be exposed to direct sunshine, it is essential that air can circulate
around the WRH with no obstacle. The operating temperature must not exceed 131°F (55°C). A shelter can
be used to shade the WRH from direct sunshine.
Never open a WRH when rain, snow, hail, high humidity or high winds are present unless some kind of
temporary shelter can be erected. Limitations for very bad weather are found in the next section.
Mounting
The WRH is easy to mount using the provided mounting bracket, which has 9/16-inch (14mm) holes for 3/8-
inch (10mm) or 1/2-inch (12mm) fixing screws. Clamps with C-C measurements of 3.5-inch (90mm), 5.3-inch
(135mm), 5.7-inch (144mm), 8.1-inch (205mm), 9.8-inch (250mm), and 11.8-inch (300mm) can be used as
well. The vertical C-C measure for these are 16.2-inch (411mm). There is a 9/16-inch (14mm) single hole in
the middle of the mounting bracket, marked ‘A’ in the figure, which is intended for a locking screw to lock the
bracket into place.
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Mounting Wideband Radio Head
A
411
Ø14
90
135
144
205
250
300
Figure 3-1 Mounting Bracket
Normally, the WRH is mounted on a wall, pole, or mast. Figure 3-2 illustrates the installation of the mounting
bracket on a wall using four fixing screws and a locking screw.
Figure 3-2 Mounting Bracket Installation on Wall
Figure 3-3 illustrates the installation of the mounting bracket on a pole using two 5.7-inch (144mm) U-shaped
clamps and a locking screw.
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Figure 3-3 Attaching the Bracket to a Pole
Figure 3-4 illustrates a mast installation using two 11.8-inch (300mm) bar-shaped clamps and no locking
screw.
Figure 3-4 Attaching the Bracket to a Mast
After installing the mounting bracket, hang the WRH on the upper supports, as illustrated in Figure 3-5.
Tighten the upper and lower mounting screws to secure it into place using the 6mm hex socket wrench.
Locking cylinders, used to prevent unauthorized removal of the repeater, can be inserted and locked with a
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Connections Wideband Radio Head
key after the lower screws have been tightened. Make sure the donor antenna, directed towards the BTS
antenna, and the service antenna, directed towards the area to be covered by the WRH, are mounted and
installed properly.
Figure 3-5 Attaching the WRH to the Bracket
Connections
This section describes general examples of how to connect the input and output ports on the WRH.
Main Power and Grounding

Local regulations need to be followed for the main power connection. WRHs are approved in accordance with
EN and UL/cUL regulations. This is, however, only valid if a classified power cord is used. For the WRH to
meet these regulations you must select one of the following classified and approved cord types:
❑ EN – H 05 W5 - F HMR
❑ UL – AWM Style 2587
❑ CSA– AWM 1 A/B 11 A/B
For outdoor use, the power cord should meet at least IP65 encapsulation requirements. Do not turn the main
power on until you are ready to commission the WRH
WARNING: For WRHs supplied from the main power source, the main outlet must be
grounded.
Fiber Optic and RF Connections

Fiber optic and RF cable connections should be verified both internally and externally before powering up the
equipment. Verify these connections with the as-built drawings and documents for your specific system
configuration. Table 3-1 lists the steps for external connections to the WRH.
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Table 3-1 Cable Connection Procedure
Step Action
1 Connect service antenna coaxial cable to N-type male connection on left -outside of cabinet
2 Connect fiber optic cable from OCM or BMU to fiber optic cable demark on FOU
3 Connect station ground to appropriate ground point in cabinet
4 Mount main power plug to main power cord and insert into PSU
Optional Connections
In addition to the standard connections above, other optional connections may be added.
Alarms
Alarm signals from external sensors are received by an ALI or RCI which forwards them to the CU. The RCI is
used if the WRH has an RCU, otherwise the ALI is used. The software on the CU can activate acoustic or
visual alarms or direct the alarm to the P33 alarm port for forwarding via an RCU to an OM-Online or OMS
workstation. Alarms are be handled by the FON. Alarms can be configured from an OM-Online or OMS
workstation.
External Alarm
Burglary, fire or other external alarms can be handled by the WRH. External alarm sensors and alarm signals
are connected to the P33 alarm port located to the left in the cabinet, as illustrated in Figure 3-6. The P33
alarm port is described in Chapter 2. The cable for this installation is taken through a strain relief bushing at
the bottom of the WRH cabinet.
Door Open Alarm

A door open alarm can be configured and installed in the WRH. This is arranged with a door switch connected
to pin 8 (AI4) on P28, as described in Chapter 2. The location of P28 is illustrated in Figure 3-8.
P28 P33
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16 15
DOOR
c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8
a a 1
P26 P25
P29
2 6 2
1 1 P24
1 6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
DC LNA
UP-LINK
c c DOWN-LINK DC
b b P31 6 V6
9 9 a a PC
DPX 5 1 DPX
5 10
P32 P33
TEST P27
MODEM ALARM P21 7
GND
TEST
W6B 10 PSU
-30 dB 8 -30 dB
1 6
AUX1
MS MS
W5 AL LGON INN OVATION 5 1
-20 dB SWEDEN M105 R6
-20 dB
1
P35
PARKING
FO R W5
8 4
ANT ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Figure 3-6 External alarm connection
Fiber Link Interface (FLI)

The FLI feature makes it possible to interconnect WRHs. By using an RF distribution fiber network, no wire or
other communication device is required.
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Main Power Breakdown Relay

To be able to distinguish PSU faults from power failure, a main power breakdown relay can be used. This
relay is not included in the WRH. It has to be mounted outside the WRH cabinet. The relay intended for this
purpose must fulfil the following specifications:
Closing time: Max. 30 milliseconds

Insulation coil/contact: Min. 4KV
A main power connected relay must also be in compliance with valid local regulations.
Table 3-2 Main Power Breakdown Relay Connection
Step Action
1 Connect a current less closed relay contact to pin AI1 and AIC on the P33 alarm connector, see
Figure 3-11. Alarm is initiated by short-circuiting pin AI1 and AIC in the P33 port.
2 Connect the relay coil. It must be supplied from the same fuse as the WRH
3 After commissioning, select Mains Breakdown in the alarm configuration window in OM-Online. For
details on setting alarm configurations, see the OM-Online User Manual
P33
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16 15
DOOR c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8 a 1
a P25
P26
P29
2 6 2
1 1 1 P24
6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
DC L NA
UP -LINK
c c
DOWN-LINK
b b P31 6 V6
9 9 PC
a a
DPX 5 1
5 10
P32 P33
TEST P27
MODEM ALARM P21
7
W6B 10 PSU GND
-30 dB 8
1
AUX1
MS
W5 5 1
ALLGON INNOVATION
-20 dB 1 SWEDEN M105 R6
P35
PARKING
FOR W5
8 4
ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
P33:AI1 P33:AIC
Figure 3-7 Main power breakdown relay connection
21-60 Volt DC PSU Installation

The 115/220 VAC PSU can be replaced with a 21 to 60 VDC DC PSU as described below.
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2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16 15
DOOR c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8 a 1
P26 a P25
P29
2 6 2
1 1 1 P24
6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
DC LNA
UP-LINK
c c
DOWN-LINK
6 V6
DC
b b P31
9 9 a a PC
5
DPX 1 DPX
5 10
P32 P33
MODEM 7
TEST P27
W6B 10
ALARM P21
GND TEST
PSU
8
-30 dB -30 dB
1 6
AUX1
MS W5 5 1
MS
ALLGON INNOVATI ON
-20 dB 1 SWEDEN M105 R6 -20 dB
P35
PARKING
FOR W5
8 4
ANT ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
PSU
Figure 3-8 PSU Connections
Table 3-3 PSU Replacement Procedure
Step Action
1 Disconnect main power
2 Remove main power plug from PSU (1) in Figure 3-8
3 Disconnect power cable bundle connectors (2) on PSU
4 Loosen four fixing screws (3) using a 5mm Allen key and remove PSU
6 Examine removed PSU and identify supply voltage for WRH (13.5V or 27V)
7 Set new PSU to correct supply voltage by moving jumper as illustrated on PSU. This must be done
before PSU is mounted in WRH
8 Mount the PSU with the four fixing screws (3)
9 Connect the PSU to DIA PCBA (2) with a cable marked VE007 98/1. This cable must be used even if
one connector will be left over at the DIA PCBA (previous versions of DIA had only one connector)
10 Connect DC power cable. The supplied cable should have a radiation limiter. Positive (+) pole should
be connected to left terminal in PSU connector with brown wire in DC cable. Negitive (–) pole should
be connected to right terminal in PSU connector with blue wire in DC cable
11 Apply power and verify the yellow LED on the PSU is lit
Commissioning
Before proceeding, carefully read the Safety section and check all connections made during the installation.
To fulfill the IP65 weather protective requirements, ensure cable strain relief bushings are properly tightened.
Also, ensure gaskets at cable inlets and on the cabinet are properly fitted and not damaged.
A WRH can be configured locally with OM-Online by connecting a standard serial cable from the COM port on
the PC to the P31 PC port (RS-232) located to the right in the cabinet as shown in Figure 3-14. The P31 PC
port is described in Chapter 2. Details on using OM-Online are described in the OM-Online User Manual.
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P31
2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16
DOOR
15
c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8 a 1
a P25
P26
P29
2 6 2
1 1 P24
1 6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
DC LNA
UP-LINK
c c
P31
DOW N-LINK
6 V6
b b
9 9 a a PC
5
DPX 1
5 10
P32 P33
TEST P27
MODEM ALARM P21
7
W 6B 10 PSU GND
8
-30 dB
1
AUX1
6
MS
W5 ALLGON I NNOVATIO N 5 1
-20 dB 1 SW EDEN M105 R6
P35
PARKING
FOR W 5
8 4
ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Figure 3-9 Connecting a PC for Local Access
Initial Startup
Table 3-4 lists the actions to complete the Wideband Radio Head startup procedure.
Table 3-4 Initial Statup Procedure
Step Action
1 Turn the main power on
2 Check the Yellow LED on the power supply unit. It must be a steady on
3 Check the four CU PCBA LEDs. Refer to the CU PCBA section in Chapter 2 for the correct power up
indications
4 Check the three ALI PCBA LEDs or the corresponding LEDs on the RCI PCBA. Refer to the ALI or
RCI PCBA section in Chapter 2 for the correct power up indications. The LEDs follow the alarm
relays.
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Chapter 4
Maintenance
Introduction
This chapter contains periodic maintenance and performance test procedures for the WRH.
Periodic Maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements are listed in Table 4-1, as well as the intervals at which the tasks should
be performed.
Table 4-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance
Task Interval Action
Inspection of cables 12 months Inspect power, RF and Fiber cables for signs of damage or wear
and connectors (frayed insulation, cracks, punctures, etc.) Check connections to be
sure they are tight.
Optional Perform cable sweeps.
Clean equipment Clean as required depending on operating environment.
Troubleshooting
The sections that follow contain a list of problems that could occur and a few suggested actions that might
correct each problem. If the suggested corrective action does not eliminate the problem, please contact your
Powerwave field representative or help line for further instruction.
Clearing Alarm Faults

Table 4-2 contains a list of those alarms which can be generated in the WRH. Critical, Error and Warning
alarms can be sent automatically from a WRH to OM-Online, stored and then viewed. These can be viewed in
the Alarm window.
Table 4-2 Alarm Troubleshooting
Alarm Text Alarm

ID Alarm Description
Unit
1 Power PSU Critical PSU1 not work ing properly. The signal indicates
that at least one voltage output has dropped. If a
mains breakdown relay is not used, then alarm is
also sent at mains breakdown.
Ceasing PSU1 critical alarm has cleared. Ceasing is sent if

PSU1 is working at start-up, and a correnspond-
ing critical PSU1 alarm is in the Events log. WRH
will restart when power is back and this alarm will
be sent.
PSU Critical PSU2 (in cover) not working properly. The signal
indicates that at least one voltage output has
dropped. If a mains breakdown relay is not used,
then alarm is also sent at mains breakdown.
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Table 4-2 Alarm Troubleshooting (Continued)
Alarm Text Alarm

Unit
1 Power PSU Ceasing PSU2 in the cover works properly again. Ceasing
is sent if the PSU2 works at start-up, and there is
a corresponding critical PSU2 alarm logged in the
Events Log. The WRH will restart when the power
is back and this alarm will be sent.
FON Error The FON 10 Volt charger voltage is below limit.

Suggested remedy: Replace FON
Ceasing FON 10 Volt charge voltage is above limit
2 WRH restart CU None Power on start, or user ordered reboot. Logged to

indicate a normal power up or restart ordered by
the operator.
Warn- Software error restart, 1st – 7th time. Restart 1st

ing to 7th time during a 14 day period. The counter is
reset every 14th day, counted from power up.
Error Software error restart 8th – 10th time. Restart 8th

to 10th time during the 14 day period. At the 11th
time, the SW bank will be blocked and not used
anymore until a user ordered reset is performed,
or power is switched off/on.
3 Mains breakdown External Critical The mains power is gone. Used with an external
relay indicating mains breakdown. The external
relay should be connected to External Alarm 1
and the WRH configured to indicate this alarm. If
no relay is used, a mains breakdown will be
reported as a PSU fault.
Ceasing The mains power is back. Sent if there is a

corresponding critical mains breakdown alarm
logged in the Events Log. The WRH will restart
when the power is back.
4 Alarm reset CU None Alarm reset by the user. All alarms are reset. The
cause of the alarm will be re-evaluated and
reported, if still active.
5 Local bus error WBA #, Error Error when communicating on the bus. The CU
PA#, has no contact with the WBA, PA or MCPA PCBA,
MCPA# which is taken out of service.
6 Main bkd w backup External Error Used to indicate that the mains is no longer
available. WRH is powered by external battery
backup unit.
Suggested remedy: Check the mains power.
Ceasing The cause of the alarm has ceased.
7 Err in AD-converter Warn- The analog-to-digital converter on the CU PCBA

ing does not give reliable values.
8 New unit detected None Compared to the last power on, the CU has
recognized at least one additional hardware unit.
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Unit
9 Inst. unit lost Error Compared to the last power on, the CU lacks at
least one hardware unit.
10 EEPROM error CU Error EEP read or write fail. Data cannot be written or
read from the EEPROM on the CU PCBA. User
parameters are stored in the EEPROM.
11 Log memory fault Error Log memory fault. Indicates that the log memory
on the CU PCBA is faulty. The WRH will not work.
Not available in all CU software versions.
12 High temp CU Warn- The CU PCBA temperature is higher than 90°C.

ing
Ceasing The CU PCBA temperature has fallen below

90°C.
13 REFO error Error Significant REFO drift or error detected by CU.
14 Ext refo error Warn- Suggested remedy: Check the reference source
ing and the cables.
15 CU battery fault CU Warn- CU RAM battery fault. The battery for the RAM on
ing the CU PCBA has a voltage outside the normal
2.7 to 3.5 Volt. An alarm may be initiated at start-
up if the WRH has been stored out of power for a
long time. Suggested remedy: Ensure jumper P3
on the CU PCBA is mounted to charge the
battery.
16 SW load error CU Error Software load error. An error has occurred during
a software load process. The flash memory does
not contain a proper software. Suggested remedy:
Check the CU software using the OM-Online SW
Manager. Do NOT restart the WRH.
17 Log cleared CU None Log memory has been cleared. The check sum in
the Events Log memory is faulty. The log is
cleared. Can be caused of a bad RAM battery
backup or low voltage to the RAM.
18 RTC restarted CU None The time is changed by the operator (logged to

keep track of changes made to the RTC).
Warn- Time reset to 1994-01-01. The RTC was unable to

ing keep track of the time and did a reset. Suggested
remedy: Ensure jumper P3 on the CU PCBA is
mounted to charge the battery.
19 RTC error Error RTC does not operate. The CU has detected an
error in the RTC operation which makes the time
unreliable. Suggested remedy: Replace the CU
PCBA.
20 Door open alarm External Config The door has been open 30 seconds without
disabling the alarm.
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Alarm Text Alarm

Unit
20 Door open alarm External Ceasing The door has been closed 30 seconds, or the
alarm is disabled.
21 External alarm 1 External Config External alarm input EA1 active more than 1
second.
Ceasing External alarm input EA1 no longer active.
second.
second.
second.
30 No modem found Remote None No modem found, that is no answer is returned on

ctrl a poll string to the modem.
33 No connection Remote None No connection at callback. The WRH has tried to

ctrl call as many times as stated in the alarm call
settings. No connection was established.
Warn- No connection at alarm call. The WRH has tried to

ing call as many times as stated in the alarm call
settings. No connection was established. This
alarm does not generate a new attempt to report
alarm by alarm call.
34 Login failed None Invalid WRH password.
35 Remote connection Remote None Modem connection to OM-Online opened. Not

ctrl logged on CU2. Login Registry gives the same
function and more information about CU2.
36 Modem init failed Remote None Initiation string to modem not OK. The initiation
ctrl string sent to the modem is not OK. The string
may contain commands not recognized by the
modem. An alarm might be sent anyway.
Suggested remedy: Check the modem using the
OM-Online or OMS modem debugger.
37 Remote timeout Remote Warn- The time limit of 20 minutes is exceeded without
ctrl ing extending the timer. The modem connection is
terminated by the WRH.
38 PIN code failed Remote Warn- The PIN code sent to MS is incorrect. To unlock
ctrl ing the MS/SIM card, the PUK code will probably be
needed.
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Unit
39 No phone detected Remote Warn- When using a PC-card together with the MS, the
ctrl ing alarm indicates contact with the PC-card, but MS
is not present or turned off. Note: A Nokia MS
does not power-up after power failure. Suggested
remedy: Ensure the cellular phone is connected.
40 Battery fault RCU, FON Error The backup battery on the RCU or the FON PCBA
charger does not work properly. Suggested remedy:
Check cables or replace battery.
42 Antenna isolation WBA #, Warn- Low antenna isolation. The antenna isolation is
Channel #, ing lower than the gain set. Gain is reduced by 10dB
UL/DL – 13dB below the oscillation point. Suggested
remedy: Decrease gain or increase antenna
isolation.
Error Low antenna isolation at lowest gain. The gain

has been reduced as much as possible but the
oscillation still remains. The amplifier is turned off.
Suggested remedy: Decrease gain or increase
antenna isolation.
Ceasing Normal operation again, that is no oscillation can

be detected 13dB above the gain set.
48 Battery backup fault External Error If a battery backup unit alarm is connected to
external alarm 2, then the operator can configure
the WRH to display this alarm when the battery
backup unit indicates alarm.
50 Fiberoptical error FOT fiber Config- If a fiber unit alarm is connected to external alarm
optics urable 3, then the operator can configure the WRH to
display this alarm when the fiber optical unit
indicates alarm.
70 Bad table alarm CU Error Requested table contains incorrect information

(SW error).
71 Table not found CU Error Requested table not found in the database (SW or
calibration error).
72 Table database error CU Error Table database not found (calibration error).
80 Antenna SWR alarm Donor Error Too low antenna return loss, caused either by
antenna cables, connectors, or antenna problems.
service Suggested remedy: Check antenna and cables.
antenna
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Alarm Text Alarm

Unit
90 FON power alarm FON RF Error A DC voltage on a FON PCBA is out of range.
Suggested remedy: Replace the FON PCBA.
91 FON TxStable alarm FON RF Error Laser transmitter control loop voltage out of
range. Suggested remedy: Replace the FON
PCBA.
92 FON RxLevel alarm FON Warn- Received optical level is below any of the two
ing limits (one for Warning and one for Error).
Suggested remedy: Check optical cables.
Error Received optical level is below any of the two

limits (one for Warning and one for Error).
Suggested remedy: Check optical cables.
93 FON SPI alarm FON F2F Error The SPI bus connection to the RF modem does
not work properly. Suggested remedy: Replace
the FON PCBA.
245 Not In Allowed Area CU None WRH is moved from the operating area and the
RF HW is switched on or off.
Remarks:
The Door open alarm requires an optional door switch described in the Door Open Alarm
section of Chapter 3.
The Main power breakdown alarm requires a optional relay described in the Main Power
Breakdown Relay section of in Chapter 3.
Field Replaceable Units

The following units can be replaced in the field on-site by a qualified technician with experience maintaining
RF equipment:
❑ FON
❑ PSU
❑ WRH
FON
To replace a FON PCBA, proceed as described in the Table 4-3.
CAUTION: Do not look into the end of any fiber optic cable. Be sure to cap fiber optic
cables to protect the connecting end from damage.
NOTE Verify that Fiber Optical classmark in FON Status window is checked, otherwise FON will not be
operational. Class marks are described in the OM-Online User Manual.
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Table 4-3 FON Replacement Procedure
Step Action
1 Open WRH door and secure
2 Locate power connector on FON and remove connector from PCBA
3 Verify all cables on FON are labeled before disconnecting, then disconnect all cables. CAUTION: Do
not look into the end of any fiber optic cable. Be sure to cap fiber optic cables to protect the con-
necting end from damage.
4 Remove screws securing FON PCBA to FOU and remove PCBA
5 Replace FON PCBA in reverse order and apply power
6 Connect PC to OM Online port, login to FON and verify configuration and IP address. NOTE: Make
sure ‘Fiber optic enable’ classmark in the FON Status window is checked, otherwise FON will not be
operational.
7 Close WRH door and secure
PSU
To replace a PSU, proceed as desribed in the Table 4-4.
Table 4-4 PSU Replacement Procedure
Step Action
2 Disconnect main power plug from PSU
3 Disconnect power cable bundle from PSU
4 Loosen screws securing PSU using a 5mm Allen key and remove.
Screws should not be removed completely from PSU.
5 Replace PSU in reverse order and apply power
WRH
To replace a WRH, proceed as desribed in the Table 4-5.
WARNING: A fully loaded WRH can weigh up to 96 lbs. Lifting of the WRH should be done
by two people. Do not attempt to carry the WRH up a ladder.
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Table 4-5 WRH Replacement Procedure
Step Action
2 Disconnect main power plug from PSU
3 Verify all cables connected to WRH are labeled before disconnecting, then disconnect all cables
4 Remove mounting screws from bottom legs of WRH and loosen mounting screws in top legs
5 Close and secure door
6 Lift the WRH off the mount hinges
7 Replace WRH in reverse order
8 Connect PC to OM Online port and verify configuration. For Fiber Optic installations, verify IP
address
Remote Control Unit (RCU)

The RCU provides remote control of Powerwave WRHs. It contains an integrated mobile phone, modem and
power supply backup. The RCU is installed in the bottom front of the cabinet, on top of the PSU as illustrated
in Figure 4-1.
The RCU is connected to P130 on either an RCI or FON. A jumper is required between pins 1 and 2 on the
RCI if the P130 cable connector is disconnected. If a main power failure occurs, the unit has a battery with
enough capacity for sending a number of alarms.
RCU for Radio Communication

The RCU antenna for a radio modem is connected to the BS antenna via the uplink DC, provided the RCU
and the WRH operate in the same cell system. Otherwise, the modem must have a separate antenna. Data is
transferred between the WRH and the RCU via the P130 modem port on the RCI or FON. The RCU is also
powered via the same port and has a battery with enough capacity to send a number of alarms if a main
power failure occurs.
RCU for Telephone Line Communication

The land line version uses a telephone line connected to a terminal block on the RCU. A free strain relief
bushing at the bottom of the WRH is used for the external telephone line cable.
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2 1
1 16 1 1 1
V2 16 16 16 V1
P11 P12 P13 P14
LED
5 P22
1 P6 16
4
P36
1 2 c 1 2
1 b
1
a
X0A P34
S->M
M->S
X0B
8 9 6
3 1 P5 16
P28 1 P3 16 15
DOOR c 9
15 16 1 b b 15 16
15 8 a 1
a
P26 P25
P29
2 6 2
1 1 1 P24
6 1
1 P4 16 1 P2 32
P23 LNA
DC LNA
UP-LIN K
c c DOWN-LINK
6 V6
DC
b b P31
9 9 a a PC
5
DPX 1 DPX
5 10
P32 P33
MODEM ALARM 7
TEST P27
W6 B 10
P21
PSU GND TEST
8
-30 dB -30 dB
1 6
AUX1
MS W5 5 1 MS
ALLG ON INNOVATION
-20 dB 1 SWEDEN M105 R6 -20 dB
P35
PARKING
FO R W5
8 4
ANT ANT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
RCU
Figure 4-1 RCU in the WRH cabinet
Return For Service Procedures

When returning products to Powerwave, the following procedures will ensure optimum response.
Obtaining an RMA
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained prior to returning equipment and to reduce
delays in receiving repair service. Please contact our Repair Department at (714) 466-1000 to obtain this
number, or FAX your request to (714) 466-5816.
Repackaging for Shipment

To ensure safe shipment of a component, it is recommended that the original packing materials be reused. If
not possible, use suitable shipping cartons and foam inserts to prevent damage in transit.
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Chapter 5
Specifications
Introduction
This chapter provides specifications for the different WRH product line.
Table 5-1 Specifications
Generic
Dimensions (W x H x D in inches) 44 x 53 x 19.5 cm (17.5 x 21 x 7.5 in) (low cover)

44 x 53 x 28 cm (17.5 x 21 x 11 in) (high cover)
Weight
Empty low cover 6.0 kg (13 lbs)
Cabinet with a low cover 22.5 kg (50 lbs)
Cabinet with a high cover 44.0 kg (96 lbs)
Temperature range -25 to + 55 °C (-13 to +131 °F)
Casing class NEMA4/IP65
Fiber-Optic Link Budget 10 dBo
Amplifiers in 1 cabinet or 1 high cover 2 (WBA / PA combination); 1 if using a BA
Receiver input port return loss 14 dB
Power supply voltage (default) 115 VAC or 21-60 VDC optional
Power consumption 120 W
Fiber Optics (FON)
Bandwidth @ 3dB 800 to 2200 MHz
Power Consumption, total <5 W
Wavelength TX: DFB 1310 or 1550 nm

RX: 1250 to 1600 nm
Transmitter
Max continuous RF signal at RF input +36 dBm
Optical output power, two levels +3 or 0 dBm
RF attenuation settable by SW in 1dB steps 0-20 dB
Receiver
Max optic power input +5 dBm
RF attenuation settable by SW in 1dB steps 4 to 24 dB
Alarm threshold level, settable warning 0 to 40 dBm
Alarm threshold level, settable error 0 to 40 dBm
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RH400000 Family for single band 800 MHz
Frequency band UL 824 to 849 MHz
Frequency band DL 869 to 894 MHz
Operating bandwidth (contiguous) 25 MHz
Max output power with:

4 carriers +26 dBm/carrier
Max absolute delay <300 ns excluding fiber and coax delay
Gain adjustment range (in 1 dB steps) 30 dB
Gain variation DL and UL ( -25 to +55 °C) <3 dB and <5 dB
Maximum input power (non-destructive) +13 dBm
AGC for UL and DL ≥30 dB
Noise figure UL at Max Gain, 25 °C <5 dB
Regulatory Compliance Radio FCC Rule 22
Regulatory Compliance EMC FCC Rule 22
RH500000 Family for single band iDEN 800 MHz

Max absolute delay <300 ns
Gain variation DL and UL ( -25 to +55 °C) <2 dB
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RH800000 Family for single band iDEN 900 MHz

Gain variation DL and UL ( -25 to +55 °C) <2 dB

Noise figure including fiber optic node <4 dB
Regulatory Compliance Radio TS 45.005
Regulatory Compliance EMC TS 301 589-1
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AGC for UL and DL 0 dBm at FON input, 43 dBm at antenna port
Noise figure including fiber optic node <4 dB
Regulatory Compliance Radio TS 45.005
Regulatory Compliance EMC TS 301 589-1
RH300000 Family for singel band 1900 MHz

Gain adjustment range (in 1 dB steps) 30dB
Gain variation DL and UL ( -25 to +55 °C) <3dB and <4dB
Maximum input power (non-destructive) +13dBm
Noise figure including fiber optic node <4dB
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Frequency band UL 1920-1980 MHz
Frequency band DL 2110-2170 MHz

Gain adjustment range (in 1 dB steps) 30dB
Gain variation DL and UL ( -25 to +55 °C) <3dB and <5dB
Maximum input power (non-destructive) +13dBm
Noise figure including fiber optic node <4dB
Regulatory Compliance Radio TS 125 106
Regulatory Compliance EMC TS 125 113
Multiband confiurations
Dual band
RH1400xx 800 / 900 MHz
RH2100xx 1800 / 2100 MHz
RH3400xx 800 / 1900 MHz
RH3300xx 800 / 800 MHz
RH6100xx 900 / 2100 MHz
RH6200xx 1800 / 2100 MHz
Triple band
RH6210xx 900 / 1800 / 2100 MHz
RH6240xx 800 / 1800 / 2100 MHz
Quad band
RH3434xx 800 / 800 / 1900 / 1900 MHz
RH3485xx 800 / 800 iDEN / 900 iDEN / 1900 MHz
RH3435xx 800 / 800 / 800 / 1900 MHz
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Appendix A
Block Diagram
Introduction
This appendix describes the main signals paths for the WRH.
Standard WRH
Figure A-1 illustrates a single band WRH block diagram. The TX signal from the BTS is converted to an
optical signal at a FON within a BMU or OCM and fed to the WRH via a fiber optic cable. The FON in the WRH
converts the fiber optic signal back to RF. It also supervises the signaling and reports errors via the RCU
connected to the CU. The RF signal enters the WBA at P1101. Amplification occurs in the LNA and the
additional amplifier stages followed by controllable attenuators. The signal exits the WBA on P1401 and
enters the PA at P4 where it is amplified and fed to the DPX.
If a BA is installed, the signal goes through it before being fed to the DPX, boosting the output DL signal from
the PA by typically 6dB. The amplified output signal passes the DPX before it is fed to the service antenna.
The uplink signal path is located on the same WBA but has no PA or BA stage. An optional LNA can be used.
WBA
PA BA
DL 850 MHz
TX0/RX0
FOU DPX
UL
To/From DX LNA
OCM or WDM FON
WBA
BMU DX PA BA
DL 1900 MHz
TX0/RX0
DPX
RCU UL
LNA
To
PSU RCI CU ALI External
alarms
Figure A-1 WRH Block Diagram
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Revision Letter Date of Change Reason for Change

A August 2007 Original Issue

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Chapter 1 - Product Description

Chapter 2 - Controls, Indicators and Connectors

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Main Power and Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Appendix A - Block Diagrams

2-1 External Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

2-7 FON Connector Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

3-1 Mounting Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

4-1 RCU in the WRH Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9

A-1 WRH Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

3-1 Cable Connection Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

4-1 Recommended Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

5-1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1

OMS Operation and Maintenance System

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Human Exposure of RF Radiation

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

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Figure 1-1 Powerwave Wideband Radio Head (WRH)

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Sub Unit Overview

Figure 1-2 CU PCBA

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Distribution PCBA (DIA)

V6B P32 P33

P32 P33 P4 P5 P6 P2 P3 P21 P35 P31

Figure 1-3 DIA PCBA

Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)

Figure 1-4 LNA

Duplex Filter (DPX)

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Sub Unit Locations

DPX FOU DPX FOU

Figure 1-5 Sub Unit Locations

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DPX FOU DPX FOU

Figure 1-6 Booster Option Sub Unit Locations

Fiber Optic Distribution Networks

Figure 1-7 Fiber Optic Star Configuration

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Figure 1-8 Multi-operator System

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Front Cover Indicators

Figure 2-1 External Indicators

POWER SUPPLY UNIT

S WLI / R2R DATA V

Figure 2-2 Cabinet Internal Indicators

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