M0121ABG - Manual

Node A
Software
User's Manual
M0121ABG
Users Manual for

Node A Software
Copyright 2010 CommScope, Inc.

All rights reserved.
Andrew Solutions is a trademark of CommScope, Inc.
All information contained in this manual has been revised thoroughly. Yet Andrew
Solutions accepts no liability for any omissions or faults.
Andrew Solutions reserves the right to change all hard- and software characteristics
without notice.
Names of products mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and
may be trademarks and / or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
No parts of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronical, mechanical photocopying,
recording or otherwise, without prior written permission of the publisher.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH, 19-January-2010
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL
1.1.
USED ABBREVIATIONS
1.2.
ABOUT ANDREW SOLUTIONS
1.3.
INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR WIG CUSTOMER SUPPORT 9
2. INTRODUCTION
11
2.1.
PURPOSE
11
2.2.
THE NODE A NETWORK ELEMENT
11
3. CONNECTION TO THE NODE A AND PRE-SETTINGS
13
3.1.
SETTING UP THE LOCAL CONNECTION
13
3.2.
SETTING UP THE REMOTE CONNECTION
14
3.3.
REQUIRED PRE-SETTINGS
14
4. WEB BASED GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE
15
4.1.
ACCESSING THE LOGIN PAGE
15
4.2.
4.2.1.
4.2.2.
HOME PAGE
Link Bar
Head
16
17
18
5. ANALYSIS TOOLS
19
5.1.
GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION
20
5.2.
INPUT MASK
21
6. ALARM MANAGEMENT
25
6.1.
MAIN ALARM PAGE
25
6.2.
6.2.1.
6.2.2.
6.2.3.
6.2.4.
ALARM PAGES IN ALARM MANAGEMENT

Main Board Alarm Page
PSU, Modem, Ventilation Alarm Page
External Alarm Page
DCM A Slot n Alarm Page
28
29
30
31
32
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7. PASSWORD MANAGEMENT
35
8. TECHNICIAN SETUP
37
8.1.
EXTERNAL DUPLEXER
41
8.2.
SLOT / GROUP CONFIGURATION
44
8.3.
8.3.1.
8.3.2.
8.3.3.
SUB-BAND CONFIGURATION
Wideband
Narrowband
Channel Calculator
47
48
49
50
8.4.
FEATURES
50
9. STATUS PAGE
51
9.1.1.
9.1.2.
9.1.3.
53
54
55
GSM fixed - BCCH Detection

UMTS - UMTS Detection
CDMA - CDMA Detection
10. CONFIGURATION MANAGER
57
11. CONNECTIVITY AND UPLOAD
63
11.1.
OMC CONFIGURATION
64
11.2.
INITSTRINGS
66
11.3.
HC25 MODEM INITSTRINGS
67
11.4.
RAVEN XT USB PORT RECONFIGURATION
68
11.5.
HEARTBEAT INTERVAL
69
11.6.
SMS ALARMING
69
11.7.
SET REAL TIME CLOCK
70
11.8.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SYSTEM
71
11.9.
MAIN CONNECTIVITY
71
11.10.
CIRCUIT SWITCHED INFORMATION
72
11.11.
PACKET SWITCHED INFORMATION
72
11.12.
SMS INITIATED PACKET SESSION
74
11.13.
LAN INFORMATION
75
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11.14.
SOFTWARE UPDATE
76
11.15.
SOFTWARE FEATURE KEY
79
11.16.
CHECK OMC CONNECTION
80
11.17.
MODEM DEBUG
81
12. SERIAL AND ID NUMBERS
83
13. SAVE SUMMARY TO LAPTOP
85
14. SOFTWARE - APPLICATION FILES
89
15. INDEX
91
16. LIST OF CHANGES
93
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FIGURES AND TABLES

figure 3-1 Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Node A for the local connection ......... 13
figure 4-1 Login page................................................................................................ 15
figure 4-2 Home page............................................................................................... 16
figure 4-3 Head, exemplary ...................................................................................... 18
figure 5-1 Analysis Tools menu ................................................................................ 19
figure 5-2 Spectrum Analyser plot, exemplary .......................................................... 20
figure 5-3 Input mask of the spectrum analyser plot ................................................. 21
figure 6-1 Alarm Management menu ........................................................................ 25
figure 6-2 Alarm Log, exemplary............................................................................... 27
figure 6-3 Alarm Page structure, exemplary ............................................................. 28
figure 6-4 Main Board Alarm Page ........................................................................... 29
figure 6-5 PSU, Modem, Ventilation Page ................................................................ 30
figure 6-6 External Alarm Page................................................................................. 31
figure 6-7 DCM A Slot n Alarm page ........................................................................ 32
figure 7-1 Password Management menu.................................................................. 35
figure 8-1 Technician Setup menu, exemplary ......................................................... 37
figure 8-2 Technician Setup menu with external duplexer, exemplary...................... 37
figure 8-3 External Duplexer menu, exemplary......................................................... 41
figure 8-4 Group Configuration page, exemplary...................................................... 44
figure 8-5 Sub-band Configuration page for Wideband, exemplary .......................... 48
figure 8-6 Sub-band Configuration page for Low Delay / Channelized, exemplary... 49
figure 9-1 Status page .............................................................................................. 51
figure 9-2 Status and Reports menu, BCCH detection ............................................. 53
figure 9-3 Status and Reports menu, UMTS detection ............................................. 54
figure 9-4 Status and Reports menu, CDMA detection............................................. 55
figure 10-1 Configuration Manager main page ......................................................... 57
figure 10-2 Save System Configuration page ........................................................... 58
figure 10-3 View/ Manage Configuration Files page ................................................. 59
figure 10-4 Upload System Configuration File pages 1, 2, 3 .................................... 60
figure 10-5 Upload System Configuration File page 4 .............................................. 61
figure 10-6 File Download pages 1 + 2 ..................................................................... 61
figure 10-7 figure 10-8 File Download page 3........................................................... 62
figure 11-1 Connectivity and Upload menu............................................................... 63
figure 11-2 Sierra Wireless AceManager, USBDEVICE ........................................... 68
figure 11-3 Connectivity and Upload menu, Software Upload screen....................... 76
figure 11-4 Software Feature Key............................................................................. 79
figure 11-5 Modem Debug window ........................................................................... 81
figure 12-1 Serial and ID Numbers menu, exemplary............................................... 83
figure 13-1 Save Summary to Laptop, exemplary part 1 ....................................... 85
table 1-1 List of international contact addresses....................................................... 10
table 11-1 Modem initstrings..................................................................................... 66
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1 General
1. GENERAL
1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS
APN
ARFCN
BCCH
BSIC
BTS
CDMA
CPICH
DCM
DL
DNS
DSP
Ec
EDGE
FFT
GGSN
GPRS
GSM
HID
HSN
HSPA
ID No
MCC
ME
MNC
OMC
PDSN
PPP
PSTN
RF
RSSI
RX
SMS
TX
UL
UMTS
USB
UTC
VSWR
WCDMA
WIG
Access Point Name

Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number
Broadcast Control Channel
Base Station Identity Code
Base Transceiver Station
Code Division Multiple Access
Common Pilot Channel
Digital Channel Module
Downlink
Domain Name System
Digital Signal Processor
Energy per Chip
Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution
Fast Fourier Transform
Gateway GPRS Support Node
General Packet Radio Service
Global System for Mobile Communication
Hardware Inventory Data
Hopping Sequence Number
High Speed Packet Access
Identification Number
Mobile Country Code
Mobile Equipment
Mobile Network Code
Operation and Maintenance Centre
Packet Data Serving Node
Point-to-Point Protocol
Public Switched Telephone Network
Radio Frequency
Receive Signal Strength Indication
Receiver
Short Message Service
Transmitter
Uplink
Universal Mobile Telecommunication System
Universal Serial Bus
Universal Time Coordinate
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
Wide-band Code Division Multiple Access
Wireless Innovations Group
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1.2. ABOUT ANDREW SOLUTIONS

Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH based in Buchdorf/ Germany, is a leading
manufacturer of coverage equipment for mobile radio networks, specializing in low
cost, high performance, RF and optical repeaters. Our optical distributed networks
and RF repeater systems provide coverage for every application: outdoor use, indoor
installations, tunnels, subways and many more.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH belongs to the Wireless Innovations Group (WIG).
Being a part of Andrew Solutions, WIG has unparalleled experience in providing RF
coverage and capacity solution for wireless networks in both indoor and outdoor
environment.
Andrew Solutions, a CommScope Company, is the foremost supplier of one-stop,
end-to-end radio frequency (RF) solutions. Our products are complete solutions for
wireless infrastructure from top-of-the-tower base station antennas to cable systems
and cabinets, RF site solutions, signal distribution, and network optimization.
Andrew Solutions has global engineering and manufacturing facilities. In addition, it
maintains field engineering offices throughout the world.
We operate a quality management system in compliance with the requirements of
ISO 9001. All equipment is manufactured using highly reliable material. In order to
ensure constant first-rate quality of the products, comprehensive quality monitoring is
conducted at all fabrication stages. Finished products leave the factory only after a
thorough final acceptance test, accompanied by a test certificate guaranteeing
optimal operation.
The declaration of conformity for the product is available upon request from the local
sales offices or from Andrew Solutions directly.
To make the utmost from this unit, we recommend you carefully read the instructions
in this manual and commission the unit only according to these instructions.
For technical assistance and support, contact the local office or Andrew Solutions
directly at one of the following addresses listed in the next chapter.
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1 General
1.3. INTERNATIONAL
SUPPORT
CONTACT
ADDRESSES
FOR
WIG
CUSTOMER
Wireless Innovations Group (WIG)

Americas:
Canada
United States
Andrew Solutions Canada
Andrew Solutions,
Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company
Mail
620 North Greenfield Parkway

Garner, NC 27529
U.S.A.
Mail
620 North Greenfield Parkway

Garner, NC 27529
U.S.A.
Phone
+1-905-878-3457 (Office)
+1 416-721-5058 (Mobile)
Phone
+1-888-297-6433
Fax
+1-905-878-3297
Fax
+1-919-329-8950
E-mail
Peter.Masih@andrew.com
WIsupport.us@andrew.com
E-mail
WIsupport.us@andrew.com
Brazil & South America
Mexico, Central America &

Caribbean region
Andrew Solutions,
A CommScope Company
Andrew Solutions Mexico
Mail
Av. Com. Camilo Julio 1256

Predio B
Zonal Industrial CP 597
Sorocaba SP 18086-000
Brazil
Mail
Monte Elbruz 124-402A

Col. Palmas Polanco 11560
Mexico, D.F.
Mexico
Phone
+ 55-15-9104-7722
Phone
+ 52-55-1346-1900 (Office)
+52-1-55-5419-5260 (Mobile)
Fax
+ 55-15-2102-4001
Fax
+52-55-1346-1901
E-mail
WIsupport@andrew.com
E-mail
APAC Countries:
China
Andrew Solutions Hong Kong
Australia
Andrew Corporation (Australia)
LLC Pty Ltd.
Mail
Room 915
Chevalier Commercial Centre
8 Wang Hoi Rd
Kowloon Bay SAR
Hong Kong
Mail
Unit 1
153 Barry Road
Campbellfield
VIC 3061
Australia
Phone
+852-310-661-00
Phone
+613-9300-7969
Fax
+852-2751-7800
Fax
+613-9357-9110
E-mail
WISupport.china@andrew.com
E-mail
WIsupport.australia@andrew.com
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Europe:
United Kingdom
France
Andrew Solutions UK Ltd
Andrew Solutions France
Mail
Unit 15, Ilex House

Mulberry Business Park
Fishponds Road
Wokingham Berkshire
RG41 2GY
England
Mail
28, Rue Fresnel

Z.A Pariwest
BP 182
78313 Coignires Cedex
France
Phone
+44-1189-366-792
Phone
+33 1 30 05 45 50
Fax
+44-1189-366-773
Fax
+33 1 34 61 13 74
E-mail
WIsupport.uk@andrew.com
E-mail
Germany
Czech Republic
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH
Andrew Solutions Czech Republic

C-Com, spol. s r.o
Mail
Industriering 10
86675 Buchdorf
Germany
Mail
U Moru 888
53006 Pardubice
Czech Republic
Phone
+49-9099-69-0
Phone
+420-464-6280-80
Fax
+49-9099-69-930
Fax
+420-464-6280-94
E-mail
E-mail
Austria
Switzerland
Andrew Wireless Systems (Austria)

GmbH
Andrew Wireless Systems AG
Mail
Weglgasse 10
Wien-Schwechat 2320
Austria
Mail
Tiergartenweg 1
CH-4710 Balsthal
Switzerland
Phone
+43-1706-39-99-10
Phone
+41-62-386-1260
Fax
+43-1706-39-99-9
Fax
+41-62-386-1261
E-mail
WIsupport.austria@andrew.com
E-mail
support.ch@andrew.com
Italy
Spain & Portugal
Andrew Wireless Systems S.r.l., Faenza,

Italy
Andrew Solutions Espaa S.A.
Mail
Via de Crescenzi 40
Faenza 48018
Italy
Mail
C/ Salvatierra, 5 - 3a pt.
28034 Madrid
Spain
Phone
+39-0546-697111
Phone
+34-91-745-20 40
Fax
+39-0546-682768
Fax
+34-91-564-29 85
E-mail
WIsupport.italia@andrew.com
E-mail
WIsupport.iberia@andrew.com
table 1-1 List of international contact addresses
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2 Introduction
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1.
PURPOSE
Wireless communication systems provide a two-way information transfer (voice and

data) between a base station and multiple mobiles within a given area.
Environmental variables such as physical structures both man-made (buildings) and
natural (mountains) attenuate signals in the transmission path, which reduce the
transport signals strength. This attenuation leads to a reduction in quality and data
rate and eventually prohibits the systems use entirely. A Node A is specifically
designed to extend coverage and to enhance quality.
In the downlink (DL), the Node A picks up signals coming from the base station,
filters them, amplifies them, and retransmits them to the mobile. In the uplink (UL), it
picks up signals from the mobile, filters them, amplifies them, and retransmits them to
the base station. The Node A constantly monitors the quality of the signals passing
through it.
2.2.
THE NODE A NETWORK ELEMENT
The primary function of the Node A is to increase signal strength between a mobile
and a base station in areas where high-quality voice or high-speed data service is not
available. This may include extending coverage areas into buildings or tunnels or
filling in small gaps created by man made obstacles.
The unit is an excellent choice for many urban and suburban requirements from
simple building coverage to enhanced signals for higher data rates. The Node A is
capable of enhancing todays 2G and 2.5G GSM and EDGE signals, tomorrows 3G
UMTS and HSPA, and the futures 4G signals regardless of modulation. Its features
and functions are software defined and may be changed to accommodate the future.
From its power level to its setup, the Node A has intelligence and performance that
go far beyond that of a normal enhancing device. The Node A is a self-diagnosing,
auto setting, and virtually maintenance free. It is designed to provide more than 10
years of service under virtually any conditions.
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3 Connection to the Node A and Pre-Settings
3. CONNECTION TO THE NODE A AND PRE-SETTINGS

The Node A is set up, configured and monitored using a PC. The connection to the
Node A can be established locally via an Ethernet cable or remotely via modem. The
local connection is easy to set up and much faster in operation and should be used
for initial setup and whenever the operator is at site.
3.1.
SETTING UP THE LOCAL CONNECTION
A standard Ethernet CAT5 cable is supplied with the Node A unit. Connect the cable
to the Node A main unit cabinet (see below) and the network port on the PC. The
Node A hardware supports 10 or 100 MBit/sec Ethernet connections.
figure 3-1 Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Node A for the local connection
After the connection is made properly, the red and green LEDs near the Node A
network connector will flash. Likewise, the network connector on many PCs has
LEDs that indicate when a hardware connection is established. The network
hardware will determine the highest speed supported by both devices. With most
PCs, the operating system will automatically establish the hardware and software
network connection. No setup or system changes are required on the PC to establish
a local connection with the Node A.
Normally, the connection can be made either before or after the Node A and PC are
powered up. Should there be problems, make sure the cable is fully inserted at both
ends. Make sure the PC network driver is not fixed at 1 GB / second with the cable
connected cycle power on the PC. Should that fails, cycle power on the Node A.
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3.2.
SETTING UP THE REMOTE CONNECTION
Setting up the remote connection is slightly more involved than setting up the local
connection. A separate manual is provided to explain how to setup the remote
connection.
Using the remote connection, the operator can monitor and control the Node A using
the Web browser interface remotely.
In addition, the remote connection may be used for:
An OMC-type software platform.
SMS alarm forwarding.
3.3.
REQUIRED PRE-SETTINGS
In order to guarantee proper system operation, the following setting is required in the
internet Tools:
1.
In the Internet Explorer choose ToolsInternet Options.
2.
In the General tab select the
Browsing history Settings.
3.
Make sure Every time I visit the

webpage is tagged.
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4 Web Based Graphical User Interface
4. WEB BASED GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE

4.1.
ACCESSING THE LOGIN PAGE

Open a web browser, e.g. Internet Explorer.
) Note:
Please make sure that a possibly selected proxyserver is disabled!
Enter the address: 192.168.1.1 or node.x.

The login page appears:
figure 4-1 Login page

Select a language prior to entering the user name and password. This will dictate the
language used on the webpages for the entire session.
Login
To login enter user name and password. The factory default is as follows:
User Name
Node_A
Password
Golden_Node
Click Submit after entering the password to login to the Node A.

Note that the user name and password are case-sensitive. Entries must be exactly
as shown, including capitalization and _(underscore).
) Note:
Sevensuccessive unsuccessful logins attempts will cause the unit

to prevent any new login attempts for 5 minutes.
User name and password should be changed after the first login.
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4.2.
HOME PAGE
After the login, the home page will appear. The home page is the central jump point
to all other configuration and status pages.
figure 4-2 Home page

Main menus on the Home page
The Analysis Tools pages give the user access to virtual test instruments including
a spectrum analyzer, an oscillioscope, and delay spread estimator.
The Technician Setup pages allow the user to enable/disable various portions of the
Node A and to set the Node A's operational parameters.
The Connectivity and Upload page is used to setup the modem and OMC interface.
It also has fields for users to identify the unit by location and set the time and date.
Software is updated from this page. All users should configure this page with the
appropriate information.
The Alarm Management pages are hierarchical. The first page shows the alarm
summaries of the different sections and each module of the Node A. The secondary
pages allow users to view and configure individual alarms. The alarm log is
accessible from the main page.
The Status and Reports page displays the important parameters and
measurements of the signals being repeated by the Node A. Included are both RF
and digital performance parameters such as power and signal quality. This is a good
page to look at to determine how well the Node A is working in the network.
The Serial and ID Numbers page displays the units ID and serial numbers. This
page is important when a user wants to replace parts or for determining the actual
components installed in the unit.
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4 Web Based Graphical User Interface

The Password Management page identifies three basic classes of passwords.
o Super User: A user with all rights and privileges to change and view pages.
o Operator User: A user with limited rights and privileges to change and view pages.
o Read Only User: A user who may view certain webpages and cannot make any
changes.
The Configuration Manager page allows a user to save and select new Node A
system-wide configurations as well as download and upload configuration files.
The Save Summary to Laptop page creates a summary file. Then, users can print
or save the page to their laptop for viewing later.
Buttons on the home page
Opens the online help screens for further details available in all
menus.
The Logout button safely disconnects the computer from the unit.
This should be done to ensure proper termination of the connection.
In the following chapters all these menus will be explained in detail.
The Reboot button allows the user to restart the application
software. Clicking this button causes the system to reset and will take
the Node A off the air while the system restarts.
The Repeater Alarm Summary button indicates the system alarm
status and when clicked takes the user to the main Alarm
Management page. When the alarm summary is coloured green, no
alarms are active. When it is not green, the colour of the alarm
summary indicates the highest severity of all active alarms.
4.2.1. Link Bar
All pages contain a link bar for an easy access to the menus. It is situated at the
frame bottom.
Password Management and Configuration Manager are not available in the bar.
Click the link to the page you want to go to.

Click Home to pass on to Password Management or the Configuration Manager.
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4.2.2. Head
figure 4-3 Head, exemplary

Explanation
ID Number
Displays the ID of the repeater, see chapter 12 Serial and ID

Numbers.
Serial Number
Displays the serial number S/N of the repeater, see chapter

12 Serial and ID Numbers.
Phone Number
Displays the repeater phone number, see chapter 11.6 SMS

Alarming.
IP Address
Displays the actual repeater IP address set in Repeater IP

Address, see chapter 11.6 SMS Alarming.
Date
Displays the date, see chapter 11.7 Set Real Time Clock.
Location
Displays system name, system location, user defined area,

see chapter 11.8 Identification of the System.
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5 Analysis Tools
5. ANALYSIS TOOLS
The Analysis Tools page generates and displays plots of various types of data
captures and processed data.
figure 5-1 Analysis Tools menu

Supported analysis plots:
Spectrum Analyzer, normal resolution (span >5 MHZ).
Spectrum Analyzer, high resolution (span <=5 MHz).
1. Select a Type of Chart: Allows selection of the plot type from a pull down menu.
2. Select an RF Card as the Data Source: Select an RF module for the data
source.
3. Select Categories to Plot: Select input source.
Up Link: Select Up Link as input source.
Rx: Select raw Up Link receive path.
Tx: Select (filter) Up Link transmit path.
Rx/Tx: Select Up Link recieve and transmit path.
Down Link: Select Down Link as input source.
Rx: Select raw Down Link receive path.
Tx: Select (filter) Down Link transmit path.
Rx/Tx: Select Down Link recieve and transmit path.
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Buttons in Analysis Tools
The following buttons are available in Analysis Tools:
Description
Explanation of Analysis Tools

Press Back to return to the home page.
Press Reset to reset analyses parameters to default.
Press Submit to start the data capture and analysis process.
After pressing Submit the spectrum analyser plot is displayed:

5.1.
GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION
figure 5-2 Spectrum Analyser plot, exemplary

The Analysis page displays the plot of the captured and processed data.
See below the description of the analyser plot input mask.
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5.2.
INPUT MASK
figure 5-3 Input mask of the spectrum analyser plot

The following additional input field and buttons are available:
Description
Title
Input Field / Buttons

Enter a title line to the plot.
Use current data and replot using zoom options set in the frequency
axis column.
Get another capture and plot. The zoom values are reset to new
max/min values.
Option for downloading the data file and the gnuplot* command file
used to create the plot.
The following files can be created and downloaded:
Analysis Page.mht is what is available when the analysis page is
saved as a web archive (open with IE).
graph.png is what is seen when the graph itself is saved as a .png
graphics file (IE, Word, Picture Viewer, etc.).
Returns to the main analysis page.
* gnuplot is a command-line program that can generate two- and three-dimensional plots of functions
and data.
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Measurement Parameters
Measurement Parameters selects the processing performed on the captured data.
This includes the windowing and averaging type used to compute the Fast Fourier
Transform (FFT), the number of sample FFT's to average, and the Video and
Resolution BW used.
Parameter
Measurement Parameters
Select the windowing type used by the Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
to calculate the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT). The following window
types are supported where "Spectrum Analyzer" can be optimized for
high-dynamic range, sensitivity, or a mix of both:
Rectangular
Blackman
Window
Type
Hamming
Hanning =
Hann
Bartlett
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5 Analysis Tools
This setting determines how many FFT bins are added together to
calculate the power at each frequency point. The > 5MHz span FFT
has a bin size of approximately 6.1 KHz, the <= 5MHz span FFT has a
Resolution
bin size of approximately 381 Hz. The value entered in this text box is
BW(kHz)
rounded to the nearest integer multiple of the bin size. Setting this
value to the bandwidth of a channel allows one to measure the power
of the entire channel.
(Video BW) This setting determines how many FFT bins are averaged
together to calculate the power at each frequency point. The > 5MHz
span FFT has a bin size of approximately 6.1 KHz, the <= 5MHz span
Averaging
FFT has a bin size of approximately 381 Hz.The value entered in this
BW (kHz)
text box is rounded to the nearest integer multiple of the bin size.
Increasing this value will smooth noise in the results, but will give less
accurate frequency resolution.
Select the averaging type used by the DSP to calculate the FFT:
Normal
Averaging Max Hold
Log Average
Type
RMS Average
Linear Average
This number of data capture samples is used by the DSP.
Number of which calculates the FFT of each capture. The displayed plot is the
average of the FFT's.
Averages
The number of averages can be set from 1 to 100.
) Note:
The Measurement parameters Window Type, Averaging Type, and

Number of Averages can only be changed when the button "New
Data" is selected.
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Frequency Axis
Frequency Axis selects the start, stop, center, and span of the frequency band to be
displayed on the plot. These values are used as zoom options for the displayed plot.
Parameter
Frequency Axis
Start (MHz) Selects the start of the frequency band to be displayed on the plot.
Stop (MHz)
Selects the end of the frequency band to be displayed on the plot.
Center
(MHz)
Selects the center of the frequency band to be displayed on the plot.
Span (MHz)
Selects the span of the frequency band to be displayed on the plot.
) Note:
The Frequency Axis can be changed when either the button

"Replot" or "New Data" is selected.
Magnitude Axis
Magnitude Axis selects the way in which the Y axis is formatted.
Parameter
Auto
Ref Level
dB/Div
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Magnitude Axis
Enables auto formatting or manual formatting.
When this box is checked auto formatting is used.
When Auto is not checked, this allows setting up control of the Y axis
upper limit.
The bounds of Y axis Ref Level is +100 to -200.
When Auto is not checked, this allows setting up control of the Y axis
dB per divisions.
The options are 1, 5, 10, 20.
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6. ALARM MANAGEMENT
6.1.
MAIN ALARM PAGE
This menu includes an overview of the alarms available for the respective component
or feature. The Main Alarm page displays a summary of the alarm status of the basic
modules in the system. Each module has several functions that are individually
monitored.
figure 6-1 Alarm Management menu

Column
ID
Description of Alarm Management

The ID number refers to the callout number on the diagram and identifies
the module. Clicking the ID button shows the individual alarm pages for
the module(s), and allows the user to change the thresholds and alarm
severities assigned to the alarms for that module.
The Module column details the name(s) of the module(s) included in this
summary alarm.
The major modules of the unit are:
Main Board: The Mainboard (backplane) contains the system controller
and the digital processing.
Ventilation, Power Supply, Modem: Ventilation includes the fans and
checks all slots are occupied by either a RF Module or a blank module to
insure proper airflow for cooling. Power supply checks the status of the
Module main power supply. Modem checks the status of the remote access
modem (if one is installed).
External Alarms: Indicates the status of the external, user-configurable
alarms.
DCM A Slot 1-4: Indicates the status of each of the installed DCM A
modules (Node A2: max. 2 slots; Node A4: max. 4 slots).
All components and features listed in this column can be monitored via
software and the according alarm pages will be explained later in this
chapter.
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Column
Description of Alarm Management

Indicates the status of the module by colour. The colour is gray when all
alarms for the module are disabled; green when all alarms are clear; blue,
Current
yellow, orange, or red when there is an alarm on the module. The
Status
summary alarm status of the module is the status of the most severe alarm
on that module.
Alarm
This is the sum of the alarm counts for the module.
Count
The individual alarm pages will be explained in more detail later in this chapter.
Buttons in Alarm Management
The following buttons are available in Alarm Management:
Description
Explanation of Alarm Management

Resets the alarm counts for all modules to zero, but does
not change the status of the alarms.
Opens the alarm history page. The Alarm Log displays
the date, time, alarm, severity and failure code (see figure
below for an exemplary excerpt).
Each time an alarm status changes, the event is time
stamped and logged. The last 100 or more alarm
transitions are stored. Other critical events, such as
power on and software reboot are also logged.
To print the alarm log use the print function of your web
browser. Push the Save Log button of the Alarm Log (see
figure below) to save the Alarm Log as a Word document.
The alarm log is saved during power outages. Use this
button to clear the log.
Download a log of various system events such as power
on and software reboot. The last 100 or more events are
stored.
The event log is saved during power outages. Use this
button to clear the log.
The logfiles.dat file that is created is intended for use by
engineering to aid in troubleshooting field issues. Please
contact the technical support of Andrew for more
information.
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figure 6-2 Alarm Log, exemplary

The following files can be created and downloaded in Alarm Pages:
EventLog.doc and alarmLog.doc are what is saved when the Save Log button is
clicked on the Alarm Log or Event Log page (it has a .doc extension and can be
opened by MS Word, but any text editor will work).
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6.2.
ALARM PAGES IN ALARM MANAGEMENT
By clicking the respective ID button in the main Alarm Management menu shows the
individual alarm pages for the selected module(s). On these pages the user can
change the thresholds and alarm severities assigned to the alarms for that module.
The functionalities of the alarm pages include among others:
An overview of the alarms available for the respective component/feature.

Alarms can be disabled.
In the column Alarm Group the severity level for each alarm can be set.
Single alarms can be disabled.
Display of module
picture
figure 6-3 Alarm Page structure, exemplary

Columns in the Alarm Pages
Column
Description of Alarm Page
Picture
A picture of the selected module is displayed.
ID
The ID number refers to the callout on the picture and identifies the
module that has detected the alarm.
Alarm
This column is explained later with the respective alarm page.
Indicates the current status of the monitored function or module by

colour: gray when the alarm is disabled; green when all active
Current
alarms are clear; blue, yellow, orange, or red according to the
Status
severity of assigned alarm group when the alarm is active.
Alarms are grouped according to severity from Disabled to Critical.
The severity setting allows an alarm monitoring system to decide
Alarm Group how to address the problem when an alarm occurs. The Disabled
setting only disables the alarming of a module or function, not the
module or function itself.
Indicates the number of alarms that have occurred since the last
Alarm Count
reset or since the alarm counts were cleared.
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Buttons in the Alarm Pages
The following buttons are available in the Alarm Pages:
Description
Explanation of Alarm Pages

Click Back to return to the main alarm page.
When settings are changed, Submit must be clicked to save
the changes.
The following chapters explain in detail all Alarm pages that are available in Alarm
Management:
6.2.1. Main Board Alarm Page
The Main Board Alarm Page (ID 1) shows the alarms associated with the main board
(backplane).
figure 6-4 Main Board Alarm Page

Column
Description of Main Board Alarm Page

Lists the name of the alarm. Main Board alarms include:
Main Board
Failure
Main Board
SW
Incompatibility
Main Board
Temperature
This alarm indicates that a HW failure was detected.

Indicates that one or more of the SW components in the system
are not at the expected revision level.
Indicates that the main board temperature exceeds the maximum
operational temperature.
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6.2.2. PSU, Modem, Ventilation Alarm Page

The Power Supply, Modem, and Ventilation Alarm Page (ID 2) shows the alarms
associated with the PSU, modem, and ventilation system (fans/empty slot).
figure 6-5 PSU, Modem, Ventilation Page

Column
Description of PSU, Modem, Ventilation Alarm Page
Lists the name of the alarm. PSU, Modem and Ventilation alarms include:
Indicates that the system controller cannot communicate with the
PSU
Communication power supply unit over its communication link.
Indicates that the power supply is reporting that its output voltage
PSU Voltage
is not within the expected range.
Indicates that the power supply has exceeded its maximum
PSU
allowed temperature.
Temperature
Indicates that the controller is unable to communicate with the
Modem
remote access modem (when a modem is selected on the
Communication
Connectivity Page).
Indicates that there is a problem with the air cooling system. Either
one of the fans has failed and is reporting a fault, or one or more
Ventilation
of the RF module slots is empty (neither a RF module nor a blank
module is installed).
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6.2.3. External Alarm Page
figure 6-6 External Alarm Page

The External Alarm Page (ID 3) shows the status of the external alarms and can be
used for naming the external alarms and to set the alarm level, high or low active.
Column
Alarm
Threshold
Description External Alarm Page

Lists the names of the external alarms. There are a total of five
user-defined, user-configurable external alarm inputs. An active
external alarm indicates that the external alarm input is at the userdefined input level. The alarm inputs are accessed by removing the
panel over the user-interface connector. The name of each alarm
can be modified by entering text in the text box.
Sets whether the external alarm is activated when the external
alarm input is high or low is active low or active high.
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6.2.4. DCM A Slot n Alarm Page
figure 6-7 DCM A Slot n Alarm page

The DCM A Slot n Alarm webpage shows the status of the alarms associated with
the DCM A RF module in slot n. It can be used to set the alarm threshold level at
which an alarm will be raised for DL_RSSI and UL_RSSI.
DCM A Slot n Alarm Table
Description of DCM A Slot n Alarm Page
ID
The ID number refers to the callout on the picture and identifies the module that has
detected the alarm.
Alarm
Lists the names of the DCM A Slot n alarms. The Slot n alarms are associated with
the hardware or signals that affect the entire signal path. The Group n alarms are
associated with the RF frequencies in the particular group being repeated by this
RF module.
This alarm indicates that the controller cannot communicate with
Slot n
Communication the DCM A RF module in slot n.
Slot n HW
This alarm indicates that a hardware failure has been detected.
Failure
Slot n
Temperature
This alarm indicates that the DCM A RF module in this slot has
exceeded its maximum operational temperature.
Slot n DL RSSI
This alarm indicates that the DL receive signal strength is

outside the user-defined thresholds.
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Description of DCM A Slot n Alarm Page

This alarm indicates that the UL receive signal strength is
Slot n UL RSSI
above the user-defined threshold.
This alarm indicates that the DL receiver is operating at
Slot n DL
decreased sensitivity because a very large signal is being
Interference
received on the donor antenna.
This alarm indicates that the UL receiver is operating at
Slot n UL
decreased sensitivity because a very large signal is being
Interference
received on the mobile antenna.
This alarm indicates that the gain of the DL path has been
reduced to prevent overdriving the DL PA. This is either
because the donor input signal is too high for the gain setting
Group n DL ALC
and power allocation of this group, or because of instability
caused by insufficient antenna isolation at the desired gain
setting.
This alarm indicates that the gain of the UL path has been
reduced to prevent overdriving the UL PA. This is either
because the mobile input signal is too high for the gain setting
Group n UL ALC
and power allocation of this group, or because of instability
caused by insufficient antenna isolation at the desired gain
setting.
This alarm indicates that this group is not being transmitted at
Group n DL Low the desired power level. This is because either the input signal
is not large enough, or the gain has been reduced due to
Power
insufficient antenna isolation.
This alarm indicates that the gain of this group has been
Group n Isolation reduced to prevent signal degradation or oscillation due to
insufficient antenna isolation.
Current Status
Indicates the current status of the monitored function or module by colour: gray
when the alarm is disabled; green when all active alarms are clear; blue, yellow,
orange, or red according to the severity of assigned alarm group when the alarm is
active.
Alarm Group
Alarms are grouped according to severity from "Disabled" to "Critical". The severity
setting allows an alarm monitoring system to decide how to address the problem
when an alarm occurs. The "Disabled" setting only disables the alarming of a
module or function, not the module or function itself.
Threshold
Sets the thresholds for the RSSI alarms.
Alarm Count
Indicates the number of alarms that have occurred since the last reset or since the
alarm counts were cleared.
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For explanation of Submit and Back buttons in this Alarm Page, please refer to the
description of buttons in chapter 6.2 Alarm Pages in Alarm Management.
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7. PASSWORD MANAGEMENT
The Password Configuration page allows a user to change, and in some cases, add
passwords.
This menu is only editable for the Super User in order to create other user accounts.
The Super User account is a customer-specific account.
Username and password of the Super User account are provided for each customer.
figure 7-1 Password Management menu
) Note:
Passwords may be of any length up to and including twelve

characters and may be any combination of numbers and letters.
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User
1, 2, ...
Description
Number of the account allocated to the user.
Maximum six users can be installed.
Super User
The super user may add, remove, view, and change all
passwords. All the known users and passwords are displayed.
To add a new user, enter the user name and password in a blank
box. To change or delete a user, clear the user name and
password boxes in question.
Operator User
The operator user has control over the unit. However this
operator may not change or view other users passwords. The
operator user may change the present user name or password
by modifying the text box and submitting it.
Read Only User
The read-only user may not see the password management.

He may only view certain screens, including the alarm pages, the
summary page, the status page and the serial number page.
The user must press
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8. TECHNICIAN SETUP
The System Technician page shows the current Node A system configuration and
allows the user to modify the Node A configuration. Thus, it provides a way to quickly
view and change settings for the main operational parameters of the Node A.
figure 8-1 Technician Setup menu, exemplary

External Duplexer
Only when a card with an external duplexer is installed, the column External
Duplexer will be displayed.
In order to be selectable in the drop-down menu of the external duplexer
page (see chapter 8.1 External Duplexer), configure the external duplexer in
Serial Numbers (see chapter 12 Serial and ID Numbers).
figure 8-2 Technician Setup menu with external duplexer, exemplary

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Buttons in Technician Setup

Description
Explanation
Click Back to return to the previous webpage.
Click Reset All to reset system-wide and all slot configuration
settings.
Click Submit to save any changes.
) Note:
The link at the bottom of the screen to 'Debug Terminal' gives the
super user access to a lower layer of the software. This should be
used only with assistance from factory or field support.
System-wide Settings Table

Description
Explanation of System-wide Settings
The settings in this table are applied to all modules in the Node A.
This sets parameters for the fan speed control algorithm. The
repeater varies the fan speed proportional to the measured
operating temperature. When 'Normal' is selected, the fans run at
full speed when the system is within about 20 degrees of the
maximum operational temperature. When 'Minimize' is selected,
the fan speed is limited to 50% of full speed until the system
Fan Speed
reaches its maximum operational temperature, whereupon the
fans are set to full speed. The fans return to 50% when the
temperature falls by a sufficient amount. 'Minimize' is typically
used when the repeater is used in an indoor environment where
the maximum ambient temperature is lower and where fan noise is
objectionable. In other conditions 'Normal' mode should be
selected.
When this box is checked, the controller will not allow any DCM A
Disable
RF module to transmit.
Repeater
When this box is checked, the measurements on the status page
Add Postare adjusted to reflect the losses caused by components external
duplexer
to the DCM A RF modules. When this box is unchecked, the
Losses
status page displays measurements relative to the DCM A RF
module connectors.
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Description
Filtering
Capability
Explanation of System-wide Settings

Selects the firmware configuration that provides the indicated
filtering capability. The Node A will automatically reset when this
setting is changed so the change can take effect. The firmware
options available in this dropdown box may be limited depending
on the feature options available in this Node A. Common choices
include:
- Wideband Only: This configuration allows only wideband filters
(>=200 KHz)
- Channelized: This configuration allows a mix of narrowband and
wideband filters.
- Low-Delay Narrowband: This configuration allows a mix of
narrowband and wideband filters. It is designed to minimize delay
through the repeater.
Slot Settings Table

Description
Explanation of Slot Settings
The settings in this table are applied to on a per-slot basis.
Displays the slot number and the DL frequency band supported by
DCM A Slot
the DCM A RF module installed in this slot.
When this box is checked, the transmitter of the DCM A RF module
Disable Slot
in this slot is disabled.
These boxes are only active when Add Post-duplexer
Losses is checked on the System-wide Settings table.
Donor/
Mobile
Combiner
Postduplexer
Losses
Doner Userdefined
Interconnect
Mobile Userdefined
Interconnect
The Donor/ Mobile Combiner column displays the

attenuation to the combiner installed in the Node A. The
attenuation is set based on the type of combiner listed in
the Hardware Inventory Data on the Serial Number
webpage.
The Donor/ Mobile User-Defined Interconnect column
is used to define any additional attenuation due to
components external to the Node A.
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Backup Slot
External Duplexer
Slot
Configuration
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An RF Module can be configured as a backup for any

module in a lower slot number that has the same start
and stop frequencies. When an RF module fails that has
a backup assigned, the backup modules configuration
will be replaced by the configuration of the failed module.
After the configuration has been copied, the backup
module will operate with the new configuration and the
failed module will be disabled. The backup module can be
configured to operate until it is needed as backup, or can
be reset to defaults and will remain inactive until it is
needed.
Re-enabling the failed module from the technician page
will enable the module and bring the failed module out of
the Failed OOS state. Note that when a primary module
fails, its filter resources are set to unassigned so they
can be used by the backup module; therefore, to
complete the restoration process, the filters in each group
need to be reassigned on the filter definition page.
Rebooting the Node A will also bring the module out of
the Failed OOS state, but it will not re-enable the
module.
Please note that when a failed module had a backup
selected, both the failed module and the backup will have
the same configuration. Should this not be desired, the
configuration should be changed before submission.
This field is only displayed when an RF module uses
external duplexers. Click Define to go to the duplexer
definition page to enter duplexer data. When a module
uses external duplexers, the duplexers must be defined
before the user is allowed to access the Slot
Configuration webpages, see chapter 8.1 External
Duplexer for more information.
Click Define to go to the Group Configuration webpage
to further define the configuration of the DCM A RF
module in this slot, see chapter 8.2 Slot / Group
Configuration for more information.
Click Reset to reset the configuration of the DCM A RF
module in this slot.
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8.1.
EXTERNAL DUPLEXER
These capabilities are available since software V1.0.5.

Click Define in the Configuration entry to open the External Duplexer page.
The External Duplexer webpage is used to define duplexer calibration data when
external duplexers are used with an RF module.
This page is only available when the RF module does not have an integrated
duplexer.
The donor and mobile duplexer parameters must be defined before continuing the
RF module configuration.
figure 8-3 External Duplexer menu, exemplary

The top tables are used to define/display the duplexers frequency band parameters.
The bottom tables are used to define/display the insertion loss of the duplexer at
specific frequency points within the DL and UL bandwidths. The tables on the left
side of the screen are used to define the donor duplexer, the tables on the right side
of the screen are used to define the mobile duplexer.
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Description
Explanation of Donor/ Mobile Duplexer Table

Sets the duplexer calibration data to standard values for the
Standard
type of duplexer selected.
Duplexer
Custom Allows the user to manually enter calibration information.
Type
None
Standard Duplexer
Choice
DL Start/Stop
Frequency
UL Start/Stop
Frequency
Minimum DL-UL
Spacing
DL-UL Offset
Indicates that no external duplexer is installed.

This dropdown box is active only when the Duplexer Type is
set to Standard. This dropdown lists all the duplexers that
are listed on the Serial Number webpage for which standard
calibration data is available.
These fields are used to display/define the DL band edges.
These fields set allowable frequency limits for the channel
filters.
When the Duplexer Type is set to Standard these fields are
read only.
When the Duplexer Type is set to None, the user must still
fill these fields with data to set the allowable frequency limits
for the channel filters.
These fields are used to display/define the UL band edges.
These fields set the frequency limits for the channel filters.
When the Duplexer Type is set to Standard these fields are
read only.
When the Duplexer Type is set to None, the user must still fill
these fields with data to set the frequency limits for the
channel filters.
This field sets the limit for how close a DL channel filter can
be to an UL channel filter.
This sets the frequency of the UL channel filter relative to the
DL channel filter. Usually, DL-UL Offset = DL Start
Frequency UL Start Frequency = DL Stop Frequency UL
Stop Frequency.
Description
DL/UL Frequency
Explanation of Donor/Mobile Calibration Data

Use this fields to define/display the frequency points.
DL/UL Attenuation
Use this fields to define/display the insertion loss at the

corresponding frequency point.
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Buttons in External Duplexer
Description
Explanation
This button fills the Donor/Mobile Calibration Data table
with default data dependent on the duplexer type.
Duplexer Type is set to Standard:
A valid duplexer is selected in the Standard Duplexer
Choice dropdown box, then the Donor/Mobile
Calibration Data table is populated with the pre-defined
calibration data for that duplexer type.
Duplexer Type is set to Custom:
The DL/UL Frequency fields are populated with default
frequency points that are calculated from the DL/UL
Start/Stop Frequencies in the upper table.
The DL/UL Attenuation fields are initialized to 0 dB.
The user is allowed to modify both the frequency and
attenuation fields.
Duplexer Type is set to None:
The DL/UL Frequency fields are populated with default
frequency points that are calculated from the DL/UL
Start/Stop Frequencies in the upper table.
The DL/UL Attenuation fields are set to 0 dB.
Click to save the data to a non-volatile memory in the
Node A. Files are not downloaded to the users PC. In
case of a reboot or reset the data are backed.
Click to default the data in the Donor/Mobile Calibration
tables to the default settings.
Back to Technician Page.
Proceed According to the Following Steps

Define the duplexer type and standard duplexer choice.
Fill in the top table.
Click the Get Default Calibration Data button.
The Node A displays the bottom table with default data corresponding to the
information entered in the top table.
When a custom duplexer had been selected in the top table, the user also has
the ability to modify the calibration data.
Then click the Save Duplexer and Calibration Data button to save all the
information.
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SLOT / GROUP CONFIGURATION
Click Define in the Configuration entry to open the Filter Group Configuration page of
the selected slot. This webpage displays current configuration and allows the user to
modify the configuration of the selected digital channel module slot of the Node A
(DCM A slot).
figure 8-4 Group Configuration page, exemplary

Status Bar
The text above the group configuration table displays information about the DCM A
slot. This includes the slot number, frequency band, and DL power capabilities.
Use Equal Allocation: When this box is checked, each group will be allocated an
equal amount of power and the Power Allocation setting in the group configuration
table is ignored. When this box is unchecked, Power Allocation setting in the group
configuration table is used to determine the power allocation for each group.
Filter Group Configuration Table: This table is used to define filter groups. A filter
group is a set of filters, where all filters have the same gain, and a portion of the total
PA power is allocated to the signal at the output of the filter group. Usually, the
signals processed by a filter group are from the same base station and have the
same modulation type. Each filter group can be put in power or gain mode.
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Description
Explanation of System Configuration

Defines the name of the groups assigned to a specific slot. The
maximum number of groups depends on the filtering capability and the
Group Name
device (Node A2, A4), e. g. Node A4 Wideband 24 groups possible.
The default group names are characters starting from A. Enter the group
name directly in the field; do not use more than 20 characters.
When the Use Equal Allocation checkbox above this table is not
checked, power is allocated to each filter group based on the selection
in this dropdown box. Power is allocated in 5% increments of the total
Power
power available. Each filter group has a separate automatic level control
Allocation * (ALC) function that limits its transmit power. The sum of the power
allocations of all filter groups is not allowed to exceed the total power
available from the module. The sum of the power allocations is shown
immediately below this table.
This selects either Power or Gain Mode.
Power mode * (recommended setting) uses the Node A's measurement
capabilities to automatically adjust gain to transmit the filter group's
output signal at a constant power level (based on pilot measurements or
DL Mode
control channel measurements).
Gain mode sets the filter group to a fixed gain setting. (Provided for lab
testing and field troubleshooting. Normal operation should be DL power
mode.)
Used to set the gain of the filter group, e.g. 50 - 80 dB (active only in
DL Gain (dB) gain mode). The RX power and TX power should differ by roughly this
amount. Select the value from the list box. Range steps are 1 dB.
No Change
Used to adjust the UL gain relative to the DL
Balanced
UL Gain (dB)
gain. The RX power and TX power should
Downlink 1 dB differ by roughly this amount.
Downlink 30 dB
Used to set the type of modulation expected within the frequency bands
of this filter group. Setting a specific modulation type allows the system
to more quickly identify signals within the filter bandwidth. The types of
filters available to the user will also be determined by modulation type
selected
Narrowband is only displayed when Low-delay narrowband or
Channelized is selected as Filter Capability in the Technician Setup
main
menu.
Modulation
type *
Supported Modulation types:
GSM Fixed
supported
GSM Hopping
t.b.d.
supported
CDMA
UMTS
supported
TETRA
not yet supported
Narrowband
supported
not yet supported
Auto
For more information about the modulation type please contact Andrew support.
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Description
Explanation of System Configuration

Clicking this button (Define) takes the user to the webpage that allows
the frequency parameters of the filter to be set.
When a wideband modulation type is selected in the Modulation Type
column (Auto, CDMA, UMTS, GSM), the filters are specified with a start
and stop frequency, and the BW >= 200 kHz.
When a narrowband modulation type is selected, filters are specified
with a center frequency and bandwidth. See chapter 8.3 Sub-band
Configuration for more information.
When Delete is checked, its filter group will be deleted when the
Submit button is clicked.
Sub-band
Delete
* With the recommended Power mode selected, the system will only scan for the preferred channels
of Modulation type CDMA. The preferred channels for a CDMA AF85xx card are:
A-band
41
Channel
Spacing
283
242
201
160
119
78
37
A-band
42
Channel
Spacing
283
241
199
157
115
73
31
B-band
41
Channel
Spacing
384
425
466
507
548
589
630
B-band
42
Channel
Spacing
384
426
468
510
552
594
636
Buttons in 'Group Configuration'

The following buttons are available in Group Configuration:
Description
Add Group
Explanation of Technician Setup

Clicking this button adds another row to the Filter Group
Configuration Table. This allows additional groups be defined.
Clicking this button activates a popup window that displays a
table showing all filters in use by this DCM A slot, e.g.:
View Sub-bands
Returns to the previous webpage.

Click Submit to save any changes on this webpage.
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8.3.
SUB-BAND CONFIGURATION
There are two variations of the Sub-band Configuration page. Which one is displayed
depends on the selected filter capability and the selected modulation type. The
following buttons are available irrespective of the selected filter capability /
modulation type:
In case the number of RF Cards supported and/or number of sub-bands
supported is limited by the repeater software, a new SW feature key is
required. Please refer to chapter 11.15 Software Feature Key to enter it or
contact Andrew to get one.
Buttons in 'Sub-band Configuration'

Description
Explanation of Technician Setup

Clicking this button adds another row to the Filter
Configuration Table. This allows additional bandpass filters
to be added to the filter group.
Returns to the previous webpage.
Click Submit to save any changes on this webpage.
Clicking this button activates a popup window that displays a
table showing all filters used by all DCM A RF modules in
the system.
Clicking this button activates a popup window that provides
a channel calculator. The user can select a frequency band
and standard, enter a channel number, and the calculator
will calculate the corresponding frequency. (See also
chapter 8.3.3 Channel Calculator.)
This webpage displays the current filter configuration and allows the user to modify
the filter configuration of the selected filter group. A filter group can be constructed by
defining any number of bandpass filters as long as the total number of filter elements
used to make the filters is within the number of available filter elements.
The next chapters explain in detail the individual webpages.
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8.3.1. Wideband
figure 8-5 Sub-band Configuration page for Wideband, exemplary

The text above the filter configuration table displays information about the DCM A RF
module, including the slot number and frequency band. The number of filter elements
used and the number of remaining filter elements is also shown.
The Filter Configuration Table is used to define the center frequency and bandwidth
filter.
Description
Group
Filter Type
Band Start
Band Stop
Filters Used
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Explanation of Filter Configuration Table

This drop-down box is used to assign the filter to its group (select
the group name), make it unassigned (the filter information
remains, but it is unused, so it consumes no filter resources), or
turn it off (it is removed from the table).
This is used to adjust the filter bandwidth to accommodate
different modulation types.
Sets the lower edge of the passband frequency.
Sets the upper edge of the passband frequency.
Stop - Start >= 0.2 MHz
Indicates how many 5 MHz filter elements are used to build the
filter. The number of 5 MHz filter elements is equal to (StopStart)/5 rounded up to the nearest integer.
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8.3.2. Narrowband
When Narrowband or Channelized is chosen as Modulation type, the following Subband Configuration page is displayed:
figure 8-6 Sub-band Configuration page for Low Delay / Channelized, exemplary
The text above the filter configuration table displays information about the DCM A RF
module, including the slot number and frequency band. The number of channelized
filter elements used and the number of remaining channelized filter elements is also
shown.
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The Filter Configuration Table is used to define the center frequency and bandwidth
filter.
Description
Group
Filter Type
Explanation of Filter Configuration Table

This drop-down box is used to assign the filter to its group (select
the group name), make it unassigned (the filter information remains,
but it is unused, so it consumes no filter resources), or turn it off (it
is removed from the table).
This is used to adjust the filter bandwidth to accommodate different
modulation types.
Center
Frequency
Sets the center frequency of the filter.
Filters Used
Indicates how many channelized filter elements are used to build

the filter.
8.3.3. Channel Calculator

The Channel Calculator page calculates the DL and UL channel and frequency data
based on the technology type of the channel and the DL channel number chosen.
The results are shown in the Results table. A reference table listing frequency and
channel ranges of supported technologies is also provided.
Supported technologies:
CDMA 2000 AMPS.
CDMA 2000 PCS.
CDMA 450.
P/E/R GSM.
GSM DCS.
UMTS Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Description
Explanation of Channel Calculator
Calculate
Calculates the channel and frequency data for the chosen type.
Clear
Clears the data from the Results table.
Show/Hide
Reference Table
Show or hide the reference table.
Close Window
Closes the pop-up window.
8.4.
FEATURES
A detailed description of available features is provided in the Hardware Manual of the

Node A.
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9. STATUS PAGE
The Status page shows the current Node A slot and group status measurements.
Blank fields indicate that the system has not had time to settle after a setup change.
The displayed slot and group status depends on the modulation type set in the Slot
Group configuration; see chapter 8.2 Slot / Group Configuration.
figure 9-1 Status page

Not Present means that no card has been inserted into the respective slot.
Slot Status Table
The status of the DCM A RF modules installed in each slot is shown in this table:
Parameter
Explanation of Status and Reports Page
Slot
Shows the number of slots.
Band (MHz)
This shows the frequency of the DL and UL band

edges for the DCM A RF modules installed in the
indicated slot.
DL Average Tx Power
(dBm)
DL Peak Average Tx Power
(dBm)
UL Average Tx Power
(dBm)
UL Peak Average Tx Power
(dBm)
External losses (dB)
Displays the current average DL transmit power.

Displays the peak average DL transmit power.
Displays the current average UL transmit power.
Displays the peak average UL transmit power.
Displays the sum of losses outside of the RF Card
(external duplexers, combiner, and cable losses). The
Donor and Mobile losses are displayed separately.
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Group Status Table
The status of the user-defined groups (made via the Technician Setup page; see
chapter 8.2 Slot / Group Configuration) is shown in this table.
Parameter
Group Name
Slot
Frequency Range
(MHz)
Modulation Type
DL Status
Explanation of Status Page

Displays the name of the group as defined on the
Technician Setup page.
Displays to which slot this group is assigned to.
Displays the minimum and maximum passband
frequencies of this group (DL frequency range).
Displays the configured modulation type as defined on the
Technician Setup page.
Displays the status of the DL path. When this cell is green,
the group is being repeated as configured. Red indicates
either it is off, restarting, or there is a service affecting
problem. Yellow means it is repeating, but at a lower
power/gain setting than configured.
DL RX Power
Displays the DL power received within the bandwidth of the

group's filter.
DL TX Power **
Displays the DL power transmitted within the bandwidth of

the group's filter.
DL Gain
Displays the gain of this DL group.
DL Gain Margin
UL Status
UL RX Power *
Displays the DL gain margin (Antenna Isolation - DL Gain)

of the group.
Displays the status of the UL path. When this cell is green,
the group is being repeated as configured. Red indicates
either it is off, restarting, or there is a service affecting
problem. Yellow means it is repeating, but at a lower
power/ gain setting than configured.
Displays the UL power received within the bandwidth of the
group's filter.
UL TX Power *
Displays the UL power transmitted within the bandwidth of

the group's filter.
UL Gain
Displays the gain of this UL group.
UL Gain Margin
Displays the UL gain margin (Antenna Isolation - UL Gain)

of the group.
* This level will fluctuate according to the UL traffic in the repeater coverage area.
** Should fluctuate according to the DL RX power.
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Buttons in the Status Page
Button
Description
Select Refresh to update the measured readings.
Select Auto Refresh to automatically update the
measured readings every 5 seconds.
In the following examples for modulation types of GSM fixed (BCCH detection),
UMTS (UMTS detection) and CDMA (CDMA detection) are displayed.
9.1.1. GSM fixed - BCCH Detection
Click the respective button in column Group name, e.g. GSMxxx to open the
detection page.
figure 9-2 Status and Reports menu, BCCH detection

Parameter
BSIC
Explanation of BCCH Detection

Absolute radio frequency channel number of the broadcast
control channel and the DL frequency in MHz associated
with the ARFCN.
Base station identity code.
Cell ID
Identification number of the cell.
MCC
Mobile country code.
MNC
Mobile network code.

Downlink RSSI averaged over one frame as measured at
the donor antenna connector. This level should be fairly
steady for the BCCH. The level may fluctuate for traffic
channels when the BTS does not transmit in unused slots
or uses DL power control.
ARFCN and DL
Frequency
DL RX Power (dBm)
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Parameter
DL TX Power (dBm)
DL TX Available
Power (dBm)
UL RX Power (dBm)
UL TX Power (dBm)
Explanation of BCCH Detection

DL transmit power for the channel, averaged over one
frame, measured at the coverage antenna connector.
Should fluctuate according to the DL RX power.
Maximum power rating according to power amplifier
configuration.
UL RSSI averaged over one frame as measured at the
coverage antenna connector. This level will fluctuate
according to the UL traffic in the repeater coverage area.
UL power transmitted to the BTS for the channel, averaged
over one frame, measured at the donor antenna connector.
This level will fluctuate according to the UL traffic in the
repeater coverage area.
9.1.2. UMTS - UMTS Detection

Click the respective button in column Group name, e.g. UMTSxxx to open the
detection page.
figure 9-3 Status and Reports menu, UMTS detection

Parameter
Channel Number and
DL Frequency
Primary Scramble
Code
DL RX CPICH Power
(dBm)
DL TX CPICH Power
(dBm)
DL TX Power (dBm)
DL TX Peak Power
(dBm)
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Explanation of UMTS Detection

The channel number and the DL frequency in MHz associated
with the ARFCN.
Identifies the scrambling code of the strongest pilot that is
received. Not yet supported.
The power level of the individual pilots received. Normally, a
single predominant pilot will give best results.
The level of the pilot channel transmitted. This level should be
stable when DL power mode is selected. The level will track
DL RX CPICH level in DL gain mode. When multiple pilots are
received, all will be transmitted, and DL TX CPICH Power is
the combined power of the pilots.
Downlink transmit power for the channel, averaged over one
frame, measured at the coverage antenna connector. Should
fluctuate according to the DL RX power.
The maximum DL TX Power that has occurred in the last
hour, or since the last system change. Not yet supported.
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Parameter
DL TX Available
Power (dBm)
DL TX CPICH Ec/Io
(dBm)
UL RX Power (dBm)
UL TX Power (dBm)
UL TX Peak Power
(dBm)
Explanation of UMTS Detection

Maximum power rating according to power amplifier
configuration.
The measured signal to interference ratio of the strongest
pilot channel transmitted. This will vary as a function of traffic.
Lower than expected results may be caused by:
- low signal level from the donor;
- multiple donors at levels within 3 dB of one another.
Not yet supported.
The level of the total signal in the channel bandwidth received
from the coverage area via the primary coverage antenna and
(optionally) the diversity coverage antenna. When both paths
are enabled, the level displayed is the combined level.
Uplink power transmitted to the BTS for the channel,
averaged over one frame, measured at the donor antenna
connector. This level will fluctuate according to the UL traffic
in the repeater coverage area. Not yet supported.
The maximum UL TX Power that has occurred in the last
9.1.3. CDMA - CDMA Detection

Click the respective button in column Group name, e.g. CDMAxxx to open the
detection page.
figure 9-4 Status and Reports menu, CDMA detection
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Parameter
Explanation of CDMA Detection
Channel Number and The channel number and the DL frequency in MHz
associated with the ARFCN.
DL Frequency
The PN Offsets of the pilot rays detected on the Reference
PN Offset
Channel. Not yet supported.
The System ID received. This measurement is not
available when an EV-DO channel is detected. Not yet
SID
supported.
The Network ID received. This measurement is not
available when an EV-DO channel is detected. Not yet
NID
supported.
The level of the total signal in a 1x channel bandwidth and
DL RX Pilot Power
the combined power level of pilots received on the
(dBm)
Reference Channel.
The level of the combined pilot power transmitted on the
DL TX Pilot Power Reference Channel. This level should be stable when DL
power mode is selected. The level will track DL RX Pilot
(dBm)
power in DL gain mode.
Downlink transmit power for the channel, averaged over
one frame, measured at the coverage antenna connector.
DL TX Power (dBm)
Should fluctuate according to the DL RX power.
DL TX Peak Power The maximum DL TX Power that has occurred in the last
hour, or since the last system change.
(dBm)
The DL TX Power that is allocated to each channel. In an
DL
TX
Available
optimum installation, the DL TX Power will reach, but not
Power (dBm)
exceed, the available power.
Parameter
UL RX Power (dBm)
UL TX Power
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Explanation of CDMA Detection

The level of the total power in a 1x channel bandwidth that
is transmitted to the base station as measured at the donor
antenna connector. This level should fluctuate slowly
according to UL traffic in both the donor coverage area and
the repeater coverage area. Occasional spikes may occur
due to accesses from handsets that are not under closed
loop power control. Not yet supported.
The maximum UL TX Power that has occurred in the last
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10.
CONFIGURATION MANAGER
The Configuration Manager allows the user to save, view, and delete Node A
configuration files. Node A configuration files are comprised of a selection of the RF,
connectivity, and alarm configurations as directed by the user. The Configuration
Manager also allows the user to select a particular Node A configuration file to be
run by the Node A. This may be done on a repeater-wide basis or on a percomponent basis. When a repeater-wide configuration is chosen, all components
(RF, connectivity, and alarm) are configured using the parameters contained in the
file if those parameters exist.
figure 10-1 Configuration Manager main page

Stored Configurations Table
The Stored Configurations table shows currently running configurations and
provides a list of stored configurations from which the user may choose. In addition to
stored configuration files, the list also includes:
None: Do not use a stored configuration. Continue using the current configuration.
Factory Reset: Set the configuration to factory defaults.
Use Repeater Configuration: Refer to the repeater-wide configuration for this
component's configuration. When the repeater-wide configuration is set to "None",
continue using this component's current configuration. When it is set to "Factory
Reset", set this component's configuration to use factory defaults.
Since the user may change component configurations by other means (i.e.
Connectivity webpage), it is possible that a component may be running with
parameters that do not reflect what was setup through the Configuration Manager.
When such a situation is detected, the affected component's current configuration will
be followed with an asterix (*).
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There are four columns in the Stored Configurations table:
Description
Explanation of Stored Configurations
Repeater
This column shows the currently running repeater-wide

configuration and selection list.
This column shows the currently running configuration and
selection list for the RF component.
selection list for the connectivity component.
selection list for the alarm component.
RF
Connectivity
Alarm
Buttons in the Configuration Manager page

Button
Description
Sends the user to the Save System Configuration page.
Sends the user to the View/ Manage page.
Submits the user's choice for running configuration. This will
cause the necessary updates of the Node A system
configuration.
After having clicked the "Save button in the Configuration Manager main page, the
following screen will appear:
figure 10-2 Save System Configuration page

The Save System Configuration page allows the user to save a new repeater-wide
configuration file. This file must consist of configuration information for at least one
component. All component configurations may be saved.
File Components Table
The File Components table provides a checkbox for each Node A configuration
component and an input area for the file name. The file name must not exceed 16
characters.
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Buttons in the Configuration Manager page
Button
Description
Goes back to the Main Configuration Manager page.
Saves the chosen components to the file indicated.
After having clicked the"View/Manage button, the following screen will appear:
figure 10-3 View/ Manage Configuration Files page

The View/Manage Configuration Files page allows the user to view overall file
contents, view file details, and delete selected files.
When a file contains a component's configuration, the corresponding column will be
marked with ' '. Otherwise, the column will be blank.
Buttons in the View/ Manage Configuration Files page
Button
Description
Checks all the check boxes.
Clears all the check boxes.
Sends the user to the Upload System Configuration File
page.
Builds a zip file of all selected configuration files and begins the
download to the user's PC.
Goes back to the Main Configuration Manager page.
Deletes the chosen configuration files. However, some
exceptions apply. Factory Reset and currently running files may
not be deleted.
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After clicking the Upload button, the following webpages will appear:
figure 10-4 Upload System Configuration File pages 1, 2, 3
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figure 10-5 Upload System Configuration File page 4

After clicking the Download button, the following page will appear:
figure 10-6 File Download pages 1 + 2

Push the Save button and select a name.
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After having clicked the Save button, the following window appears:
figure 10-7 figure 10-8 File Download page 3

Type in a file name and ensure that the file extension is .tar.tar (e.g. test.tar.tar)
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11.
CONNECTIVITY AND UPLOAD
The Connectivity page is used to setup the modem and OMC interface. It also has
fields for users to identify the unit by location and set the time and date. All users
should make sure to enter information into this page so that remote communication
can take place.
This is also the page required to upload new software.
figure 11-1 Connectivity and Upload menu
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Buttons in 'Connectivity and Upload'
The following buttons are available in Connectivity and Upload:
Description
Explanation of Connectivity and Upload

Should the unit need an update or revision, use this
button to upload the software. (See chapter 11.14
Software Update for more information).
Should the unit need an update of available software
features, click this button. (See chapter 11.15 Software
Feature Key for more information.)
This will test to see if a connection to the OMC can be
established. The modem must be installed and the OMC
IP address must be set for this test to work.
This will open the Modem Debug Page to test the modem
connection. (See chapter 11.17 Modem Debug for more
information).
Note: The Modem Debug Page is only accessible when
you have selected a modem. You can access Modem
Debug Page in Remote or Local connection.
Must be clicked after making changes for the changes to
take effect.
11.1. OMC CONFIGURATION
The Connectivity and Upload menu provides the following sections:

Description
Explanation of OMC Configuration

Only certain phones / modems are supported for remote access. Use
this dropdown box to select the appropriate driver required for remote
Modem
operation.
Select the appropriate default modem initstring from the list box.
Chapter 11.2 Initstrings gives an overview of the available modems
and the appropriate initstrings. It is rare that the default initstrings are
not sufficient; however, in certain networks changes may be required.
Initialization
Contact Andrew if there are problems with the modem and for
String
information on additional initstrings.
Note: The Modem Baudrate must be set to 115200,8N1 prior to
installation.
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Description
Modem
SIM PIN
Number
OMC IP
Address
Explanation of OMC Configuration

Enter the SIM PIN Number and check the Enable box if the modem
requires a PIN upon power up.
The modem is reset and reinitialized when the preceding fields are
changed. When the user is directly connected to the repeater, this is
done immediately after the data is submitted. When the user is
remotely connected through the modem, this is done immediately after
the connection is terminated.
Note (for changing modem, modem init strings, or SIM PIN settings
during remote sessions): Entering invalid modem, modem init strings,
or improper SIM PIN settings can prevent remote connections from
being successful. Therefore, these values will revert to previous
settings if the remote session is not reestablished within 15 minutes.
This is the fixed IP address of the OMC. The IP address enables the
repeater to send alarms to the OMC. It is required for both packet and
circuit switched networks.
Selects the type of SNMP transmission of alarm messages. The

repeater does not expect an acknowledgement from the OMC that the
message was received when Notification is selected. When Inform,
is selected, the repeater does expect an acknowledgement from the
OMC that the message was received, and will resend the message up
Alarm Type
to two additional times if an acknowledgement is not received.
Note - Informs are only allowed with an Always On connection type.
When connection type On Demand and alarm type Inform is
selected,the alarm type will be set to Notification.
Custom
Mib
Usually this is set to Standard for normal operation. For those

systems that require the S-type MIB select Custom S.
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11.2. INITSTRINGS
The initialization string depends on the operators network and the modem. It may be
necessary to adjust the initstring in the field. The initstrings for the Node A web
interface are factory set.
Modem
Siemens
MC35
Siemens
MC46 /
Siemens
MC56T /
Siemens
MC75
Redwing
C3110
Redwing
C3111
Raven
C3211
Raven
C3216
Raven XT
Siemens
HC25 *
Network
Initstring
GSM 900/1800
&fe0s7=60s0=0\q3+cbst=7,0,1;+csns=4
GSM 850/1900
&f^scfg="GPRS/ATS0/withAttach","off";e0s0=0\q3
+cbst=7,0,7;+csns=4
CDMA
e0s0=0
CDMA
e0s0=0+CICB=0
CDMA
&fs0=0e0x1+CICB=0
CDMA
&fs0=0e0x1
CDMA
GSM 900/1800/
850/1900
WCDMA/UMTS
850/1900/2100
MultiTech
MTCBA-C
AnyDATA
LANDLINE
_MODEM
&fs0=0e0x1
&fs0=0e0;^sled02,50
CDMA
e0s0=0+CICB=0
CDMA
&fs0=0e0v1x1$qcvad=4
PSTN
&fs0=0e0\k3
table 11-1 Modem initstrings
* see following chapter
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11.3. HC25 MODEM INITSTRINGS
Regard that via initstring &fs0=0e0;^sled02,50;^SCFG="Radio/Band",<rba>,<rbe>
the HC25 modem can be forced to a specific radio band where <rba> and <rbe> are
defined as follows:
<rba>(num)
Radio/Band: Enable/disable frequency band(s)
The parameter can be used to select or deselect one or several frequency band(s)
the mobile equipment (ME) is allowed to register to.
Please note that the band selection implementation of HC25 is based on a single
band group that includes all frequency bands the module is capable of. This enables
the module to easily find a suitable network in any country around the world, no
matter which frequency bands or band combinations and access technologies are
present in a particular area. Factory default of <rba> is "127", meaning that all bands
are allowed.
Changes to the band configuration are recommended only if the subscriber wishes to
restrict the allowed bands to a specific band or band combination, in particular to
speed up the network search, and thus, to reduce the power consumption. In such
case, <rba> may be one of the single values listed below or the sum of the values of
all desired bands. For example, for 1800 MHz (2) and 850 MHz (4) please enter the
value 6.
When changing the <rba> value you can use the additional <rbe> parameter to make
the changes take effect immediately without reboot being required (<rbe>="1") or
after reboot only (<rbe>="0"). In either case, the <rba> value returned by the read
command AT^SCFG="Radio/Band" ist non-volatile and will be the value used after
next reboot.
Parameter is global for all interfaces, non-volatile and will not be reset by AT&F.
Parameter meaning:
1
GSM 900
2
GSM 1800
4
GSM 850
8
GSM 1900
16
WCDMA 2100 (BC1)
32
WCDMA 1900 (BC2)
64
WCDMA 850 (BC5)
E.g. &fs0=0e0;^sled02,50;^SCFG="Radio/Band",16,1 immediately forces the HC25
modem to WCDMA 2100.
<rbe>(num)
Radio/Band: Set frequency band(s) immediately effective
The additonal <rbe> parameter determines when a changed <rba> value becomes
effective.
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1
<rba> takes effect after next restart.

<rba> takes effect immediately and will also be effective after next restart.
Setting a new <rba> value and <rbe>=1 causes the ME to restart a network
search and to deregister and re-register. When old and new <rba> are the
same the command will be accepted without triggering a network search and
without effect on the registration.
11.4. RAVEN XT USB PORT RECONFIGURATION

The Raven USB port can be set to work as either an Ethernet or a 'virtual serial
port'.
The mandatory request for proper work of Raven XT modem in the Node repeaters is
that modems USB port is preconfigured to a virtual serial port. By default, the USB
port is set to work as Ethernet port. The Sierra wireless provides tool AceManager
(Windows application) which allows smooth change of Raven USB configuration. For
details about AceManager and USB port reconfiguration please read
theRaven_XT_UserGuide.pdf, which is part of the delivery. Chapter 6 (Universal
Serial Bus) of this document precisely describes steps necessary for changing the
USB port configuration. The modem drivers, AceManager, and modem guide are part
of the manuals CD, folder Raven XT. To change the USB port to allow virtual serial
port communication, disable the Ethernet port emulation by setting *USBDEVICE to
0.
figure 11-2 Sierra Wireless AceManager, USBDEVICE
Note: Due to the fact that the Raven modem via USB bus does not forward PPP
termination request packet sent by the Packet Data Network, it is strongly
recommended to select alarm type Inform on the Connectivity page. Beside the
alarm type, Heartbeat trap must be allowed and set to an interval of e.g. 20 minutes.
If it is possible to configure PDSN/GGSN server in the packet data network in a way
to assign always the same IP address to the Raven modem, this notice should be
ignored.
When the Packet Data Network is assigning the IP addresses randomly (or by
DHCPS) (not a fixed IP per modem), this notice must be acknowledged and
accepted before connecting the modem to the repeater.
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11.5. HEARTBEAT INTERVAL
Check or uncheck the Enable box to enable/disable heartbeat messages. Enter the
time between heartbeat messages (1-6000 minutes) in the text box.
11.6. SMS ALARMING
Description
SMS
SMS
Service
Center
Phone
Number
SMS
Destination
Phone
Number
Explanation of SMS Alarming

Enable or Disable transmission of alarm summary and heartbeat
messages using the Short Message Service.
Enter the phone number of the SMS Service Center. Leave this field
blank to use the SMS Service Center Number stored on the Modem
SIM Card. International numbers should be preceded with a '+'. Also,
enter only decimal digits, no spaces.
SMS alarm messages are sent to the mobile number entered in this
field. International numbers should be preceded with a '+'. Enter only
decimal digits and do not include any spaces.
The characters in the SMS prefix field are added to the beginning of
SMS messages sent from the repeater. The usual purpose of this field
is to add an email address to the beginning of the message so an
SMS Prefix
SMS-to-email gateway can route the SMS to a particular email
address. When this feature is used, the SMS destination phone
number is set to the routing number of the SMS-to-email gateway.
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Description
Explanation of SMS Alarming
Node
Phone
Number
This is the phone number of the modem connected to the repeater.

Communication may take place over a packet or circuit switched
network. Both options require phone numbers.
Node IP
Address
This is the repeaters IP address that remote users use to access the
unit's web and SNMP interfaces.
Node PPP
Username
Node PPP
Password
This is the PPP username used for the web interface and modem dialin connection. Default value is "username". When this field is
changed, the user must set the username in the PPP connection
dialog box to the new value when next connecting to the repeater. If
the user forgets the new value, contact the Andrew support center for
assistance.
This is the PPP password used for the web interface and modem dialin connection. Default value is "password". When this field is changed,
the user must set the password in the PPP connection dialog box to
the new value when next connecting to the repeater. If the user
forgets the new value, contact the Andrew support center for
assistance.
11.7. SET REAL TIME CLOCK
Description
Date
UTC Time
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Explanation of Set Real Time Clock

Changing this field sets the date of the real time clock to the new
value. This date is used to time stamp all alarms and other events
recorded by the repeater.
Changing this field sets the time of the real time clock to the new
value. This time is used to time stamp all alarms and other events
recorded by the repeater. It is recommended that Universal
Coordinated Time (Greenwich Mean Time/Zulu Time) be used to
eliminate ambiguity caused by time zones and seasonal time
changes.
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11.8. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SYSTEM
Description
System
Name
System
Location
User
Defined
Area
Explanation of Identification of the System

Four lines (40 characters per line) have been allocated for textual
identification of the system. The first field: System Name contains the
"Name" of the repeater. This value must be set for correct operation of
the repeater and the System Name of each repeater should be set to
a unique value.
This value (first 30 characters) is sent in challenge authentication
packets when users connect to the repeater via the web interface or
modem dial in connection. The remaining lines can be filled with
additional information to further identify the repeater.
The entry field can be filled with additional information to further
identify the repeater. They typically hold information on the location of
the unit.
This input is optional.
Field for additional information.
11.9. MAIN CONNECTIVITY
This field sets the repeaters preferred connection type. When the preferred
connection type is unavailable, the repeater will attempt to use the other connection
type if it is supported by the modem.
Select Circuit Switched, Packet Switched or LAN.
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11.10. CIRCUIT SWITCHED INFORMATION
Click the plus to open the Circuit Switched Information.

Fields of the circuit switched modem configuration are used to configure the modem
for circuit switched communication with an OMC.
Description
Explanation of Circuit Switched Information

Select On Demand to establish a circuit switched modem
connection only when a message needs to be send.
Select Always On to permanently establish the circuit
Circuit Switch
switched modem connection.
Connection Type
Circuit switched connections are usually set to On Demand
to make the modem available for incoming calls.
Enter the number used by the modem to call the OMC and
OMC Phone Number
to establish a circuit switched connection.
Enter the PPP username for circuit switched dial-out
OMC Username
connections.
Enter the PPP password for circuit switched dial-out
OMC Password
connections.
The size of each of these strings is limited to 31 characters!
11.11. PACKET SWITCHED INFORMATION
Click the plus to open the Packet Switched Information.
The packet switched modem configuration. These fields are used to configure the
modem for packet switched communication with an OMC.
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Description
Explanation of Packet Switched Information

Select On Demand to establish a packet switched connection
Packet Data
only when a message needs to be sent.
Connection
Select Always On to permanently establish the packet switched
Type
modem connection.
This string is requested by GPRS/UMTS Packet data network
(not for CDMA) in a time of attaching modem to the network.
This string for the GPRS or UMTS Packet data network defines
Network
APN (Access Point Name and/or quality of service).
Initialization
Examples: Vodafone UK
String
AT+CGDCONT=1,IP,wap.vodafone.co.uk
or for T-D1 in Germany
AT+CGDCONT=1,IP,internet.t-d1.de
Enter the phone number of the packet data network.
Network Access For the GPRS or UMTS systems this number is typically
*99***1# or *99#.
Number
For CDMA systems the number is typically #777.
Network PPP
Enter the PPP username for packet data dial-out connections.
Username
Network PPP
Enter the PPP password for packet data dial-out connections.
Password
This option defines the behaviour PPP part of TCP/IP stack.
Obtain DNS
Automatically
Specify IP addresses
Preferred DNS
Server
Alternate DNS
Server
The stack will ask for the DNS IP

addresses automatically.
The user specified IP addresses of
the preferred and the alternate DNS
server are used.
Enter the preferred DNS IP address.

Enter the alternate DNS IP address.
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11.12. SMS INITIATED PACKET SESSION

The packet data connection will start when the OMC fixed IP address and the Packet
data Phone Number are defined.
The repeater will detach from the packet data network when a GetSNMP request
from AIMOS is not received within 5 minutes or when the Main webpage is not
successfully logged into via the packet data network. When a GetSNMP request
arrives or when someone is successfully logged into the repeater, the repeater will
stay attached.
Click the plus to open the SMS initiate packet session in Packet Switched
Information.
This option allows inbound text messages to trigger packet data
connections. (For more details refer to description below this
table.
These are the phone numbers of the phones that are authorized
Authorized SMS to initiate packet switched connections via SMS. These phone
numbers should be defined the same as SMSC defined phone
Phone #1 - #4
numbers e.g. +499099966321 or 0178266590 or 17826659082.
SMS Initiated
Packet Session
The SMS text must contain AttachPhonenumber or attachPhonenumber or

ATTACHPhonenumber where Phonenumber is one of the numbers entered in one of
the Authorized SMS Phone fields. (e.g. Germany) Attach+49909969413 (e.g. USA)
Attach14325622890 (e.g. UK) attach692260913.
The text must be sent from a phone number entered in the Authorized SMS Phone
fields.
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11.13. LAN INFORMATION
Click the plus to open the LAN Information.

Via the USB to Ethernet Adapter (Belkin) the Node A can be connected to a LAN
network. Please refer to the hardware manual.
) Note:
LAN Information will be activated, when the main connectivity is set

to LAN. Otherwise the check mark and the entry fields are inactive.
) Note:
Check the value of Modem in the Connectivity page. It has to be set

to No Modem. Otherwise the alarm forwarding via USB will not
work.
Description
Netmask
Explanation of Static IP Address

Use DHCP: Factory-set default value; Tag to assign
dynamically the IP addresses to the Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
Specify IP Adresses: Tag to activate the entry of a static IP
address.
Enter the static IP address. Do not use the IP addresses
192.168.1.x (x=1 to 255). Only 192.168.2.x and above is
supported.
Enter the subnet mask.
Default Gateway
Enter the default gateway.
Obtain LAN IP
Adresses
IP Address
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11.14. SOFTWARE UPDATE

Opens the upload page used to upload new files to the repeater.
figure 11-3 Connectivity and Upload menu, Software Upload screen

Before starting an update it can be controlled in Serial and ID Numbers page (see
chapter 12 Serial and ID Numbers) which software version is installed for single
categories.
For the software update three files have to be transmitted one after the other in
exactly the same order as listed below. Depending on the Node type (Node A4 or
Node A2) these files are:
Node A2
kernelVx.y.z
rootfsVx.y.z
A2appfsVx.y.z.tar.bz2
Node A4
kernelVx.y.z
rootfsVx.y.z
A4appfsVx.y.z.tar.bz2
The letters x, y und z are variables representing the according version number.
Please refer to chapter 14 Software - Application Files for the version and ID number
of the software application files.
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For each file, proceed as follows:
Press to upload new software. The following page opens.
Select the first file and start the upload.

The progress of the file upload is displayed.
When the transfer is completed, press the APPLY UPDATE

button.
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The following screen will inform the user how long to wait before the next login to the
repeater. The webpage reports the correct minutes for each type of upload. The time
to wait varies for each load between 2 to 10 minutes.
When the specified time is over, login to the repeater again and upload the next file
via the Connectivity page, i.e. repeat the procedure above for the second and, then,
also for the third file. After the upload of all three files the new software version is
completely installed.
After the upload of all files, verify in the Serial and ID Numbers page the correct
software version for the updated category.
When the user attempts to upload an invalid file type, the message "File provided
not supported, Please select a file to upload to the repeater" is displayed.
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11.15. SOFTWARE FEATURE KEY
Opens the feature key.
figure 11-4 Software Feature Key

In case new features should be enabled please contact Andrew.
) Note:
A permanent feature key will be charged while a temporary key is

for free.
Certain features are not enabled unless an appropriate feature key has been entered
by the user. The feature key is a 42-character string that the repeater decodes to
determine the feature set available to the user. Keys are unique and can only be
used in the repeater for which they are coded.
A repeater can have one permanent key and one temporary key. Permanent keys
enable features permanently. Temporary keys temporarily enable features for a
specified number of days. After the time period expires, all temporarily enabled
features are disabled. The feature set available to the user is the superset of the
features enabled by both keys.
When a permanent or temporary feature key has been previously entered, it is
displayed below the key-entry text box. The temporary key display also indicates how
much time remains before it expires. The part number of the permanent key is also
displayed.
To enable a new feature set, enter the key in the text box on the Feature Key page
and click the Submit button. When a new key is entered, it overwrites the previous
key of that type.
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When a temporary key has been entered, it can be deleted by clicking the Delete
Temporary Key button.
The availability of all keyed features is indicated in the table on the bottom of the
Feature Key page. The number and name are listed in the left and middle column,
and the status of each feature is shown in the right column. Enabled means the
feature is enabled by the permanent key, Trial means it is enabled by the temporary
key, and Disabled means the feature is disabled.
11.16. CHECK OMC CONNECTION
Click to test whether a connection to the OMC can be
established.
) Note:
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11.17. MODEM DEBUG
Open the Modem Debug window to test the modem interface.
) Note:
The modem must be in command mode before it will accept AT

commands; It will not accept AT commands when it is in the
connected state.
figure 11-5 Modem Debug window

Description
Modem Trace
Window
Enter AT command
Send SMS Message
Explanation
Displays the modem response.
Enter AT commands in this text box. The command is sent
to the modem when the Submit button is clicked. When
entering AT commands in this field, you MUST type in lower
case 'at' followed by space and then the command itself.
For instance, 'at s0?' has the correct syntax, while 'AT s0?',
'ats0?' or 'ATs0?' are all invalid.
Requests modem details by sending 'at i' command to the
modem.
Requests modem configuration by sending 'at &v' command
to the modem.
Gets modem RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication).
This command is different depending on the modem type.
Initiates modem hang-up by sending '+++' to put the
modem in command mode, followed by the 'at h' command.
Resets the modem.
This feature is not yet supported.
Send SMS Test Message to a phone or email (depending
on modem type and network operator).
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To determine the current modem state, enter the command 'modem' in the 'Enter AT
command' text box and click 'Submit'. The modem's current state, possibly along with
other connection information, will be displayed in the response text box. When the
modem state is [CMD MODE], the modem will accept AT commands (either entered
in the 'Enter AT command' text box or by pressing the modem test buttons at the
bottom of the page).
When you press a button or send an AT command and the modem is not in
command mode, Lock Failed: Couldn't lock port to communicate with modem...in
use will be displayed. This is a good indication that the modem is already connected
and can't accept any AT commands. It is also possible that either the modem serial
port is disconnected, or the modem is turned off, or it is not powered.
Note that when 'Always On' is selected on the Connectivity page the modem will
not be in command mode. The modem can be forced into command mode by
changing the connection type to 'On Demand', or by setting the modem type to 'No
Modem', or by selecting the 'Abort Connection' button.
The 'Abort Connection' will tear down any connection that is already established.
The amount of time required to have the connection re-established after 'Abort
Connection' is selected will depend on modem type and connection settings. The
worst case scenario is around 2 mins for Raven Modems.
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12 Serial and ID Numbers
12.
SERIAL AND ID NUMBERS
This menu contains hardware inventory data (HID) in form of ID numbers, serial
numbers, software versions and other information about the hardware and software
installed.
figure 12-1 Serial and ID Numbers menu, exemplary

This page is useful for upgrading and tracking purposes and allows remote
investigation of the actual modules and software installed in the unit. Not all
components have both hardware and software numbers.
Each table is split into two parts. The upper part of each table displays Active HIDs,
the lower part of each table displays Passive HIDs. An Active HID means the HID
data is read electronically from the component itself. When a component with an
Active HID is changed, the HID of the new component is automatically read and
displayed.
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A Passive HID means the HID data is not read from the component, rather it is stored
in the main board's memory. When a component with a passive HID is changed, the
user must manually change the HID information using this webpage.
To change or delete a passive HID click the corresponding
button in the Description column of the Passive HID table.
Click Add HID to configure the hardware inventory data (HID) of
a new passive module.
Click Submit to accept the new passive HID. The button of the
module will be displayed in the column Description of Serial
and ID Numbers.
Description
Explanation of HID Field
ID
A textual description of the component.

A number indicating the category of the component ( power
supply, power amplifier, etc.).
The part number identifying the physical component.
S/N
The manufacturing serial number of the component.
HW Ver
Hardware Serial
Number
SW Ver
The hardware version number of the component.

The part number identifying the software installed in the
component.
A unique reference to a particular component for tracking
purposes.
The version number of the software installed in the unit.
Prod Year
Indicates the year the component was produced.
Manufacturer
A textual code indicating the manufacturer of the component.
Change Status
Indicates the change status of the component.
Description
Type
SW ID
) Note:
Not all components have software installed, therefore the SWspecific fields may be blank. Also, passive HIDs use only the
Description, Type, ID, S/N, HW Ver, and Manufacturer fields.
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13 Save Summary to Laptop
13.
SAVE SUMMARY TO LAPTOP
The Save Summary page is the combination of the technician, status, summary
alarm, connectivity and serial number pages. It is designed to allow an operator to
easily print or save the settings and results of an installation.
To Save:
To Print:
Go to [File] on the browser tool bar and select save.

Go to [File] on the browser tool bar and select print. It may be
necessary to use the landscape setting when printing.
An example of such a summary is shown below.
figure 13-1 Save Summary to Laptop, exemplary part 1

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14 Software - Application Files
14.
SOFTWARE - APPLICATION FILES

Description
SW Config. Node A
SW Kernel Node A
SW Root file system Node A
SW Application file system Node A
SW Bootup Application Node A
Version
V1.1.0
V1.0.5
V1.0.6
V1.1.0
V2.0.0
ID No.
A2
A4
7597475-01
7580898-01
7580900-00
7580901-00
7597476-01
7580902-01
7610196-00
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15 Index
15. INDEX
A
Abbreviations.......................................................... 7
Address of Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH....... 10
Alarm Management
Alarm Pages .................................................... 28
Buttons ............................................................ 26
Main Alarm Page ............................................. 25
Alarm Pages
Buttons ............................................................ 29
Common table columns ................................... 28
DCM A Slot n ............................................. 32, 34
External Alarm ................................................. 31
Main Board ...................................................... 29
PSU, Modem, Ventilation................................. 30
Alarms
Alarm Log ........................................................ 26
Analysis Tools ...................................................... 19
Buttons ............................................................ 20
Graphical Representation ................................ 20
Input Mask ....................................................... 21
Andrew Solutions.................................................... 8
Auto Refresh......................................................... 53
Data
Set ................................................................... 70
DCM A Slot n Alarm Page ...............................32, 34
Debug
Modem............................................................. 81
Debug Terminal...............................................37, 38
Declaration of Conformity ....................................... 8
E
External Alarm Page ............................................ 31
F
Features ............................................................... 50
Filter Capability..................................................... 47
Frequency Axis..................................................... 24
BCCH detection.................................................... 53
Gain
Status and Reports .......................................... 52
GPRS ................................................................... 73
Group name ......................................................... 45
GSM fixed............................................................. 53
CDMA ............................................................. 55, 73

CDMA detection ................................................... 55
Channel Calculator ............................................... 50
Configuration
Narrowband ..................................................... 49
System............................................................. 47
Wideband......................................................... 48
Configuration Manager
Buttons ...................................................... 58, 59
Main Page........................................................ 57
Stored Configurations ...................................... 58
Connection
Local ................................................................ 13
Remote ............................................................ 14
Connection from Laptop or PC ............................. 13
Connectivity and Upload....................................... 63
Buttons ............................................................ 64
Contact Addresses ................................................. 9
Customer Support Addresses................................. 9
Hardware Inventory Data...................................... 83

HC25 Modem
Initstrings ......................................................... 67
Heartbeat Interval ................................................. 69
Home Page
Buttons ............................................................ 17
Main Menus ..................................................... 16
I
Initstrings .............................................................. 66
IP Address Repeater
actual ............................................................... 18
L
LAN Information ................................................... 75
Link Bar ................................................................ 17
Local Connection.................................................. 13
Login Page
Access ............................................................. 15
Logout .................................................................. 17
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Save Summary to Laptop ..................................... 85

Serial and ID Numbers ......................................... 83
Settings ................................................................ 14
Slot ....................................................................... 45
SMS...................................................................... 74
SMS Alarming ...................................................... 69
Software
Application Files .............................................. 89
Feature Key ..................................................... 79
Update ............................................................. 76
Status and Reports............................................... 51
Status Bar............................................................. 44
Status Page
Buttons ............................................................ 53
Group Status ................................................... 52
Slot Status ....................................................... 51
System Identification ............................................ 71
Narrowband Configuration.................................... 49
Network Access Number ...................................... 73
Magnitude Axis ..................................................... 24

Main Board Alarm Page ....................................... 29
Main Connectivity ................................................. 71
Measurement Parameters .................................... 22
Modem
Circuit Switched Information ............................ 72
Debug .............................................................. 81
Initstrings ......................................................... 66
Initstrings ......................................................... 68
LAN Information............................................... 75
Packet Switched Information ........................... 72
SMS Initiated Packet Session.......................... 74
Modulation Type ................................................... 47
O
OMC Connection
Check .............................................................. 80
P
Password Management ........................................ 35
Pre-Settings.......................................................... 14
PSU, Modem, Ventilation Alarm Page.................. 30
Technician Setup.................................................. 37
Buttons .......................................................38, 43
Buttons Group ................................................. 46
Buttons Sub-band ............................................ 47
External Duplexer ............................................ 41
Group Configuration ........................................ 44
Time
Set ................................................................... 70
UMTS ..............................................................54, 73
UMTS detection.................................................... 54
Real Time Clock ................................................... 70

Remote Connection.............................................. 14
Resolution Bandwidth........................................... 23
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Wideband Configuration ....................................... 48
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16.
LIST OF CHANGES
Version
M0121ABF
M0121ABG
Changes
- chapter 4.2 Home Page updated
- chapter 6.2.4 DCM A Slot n Alarm Page
updated
- chapter 8 Technician Setup updated
- chapter 9 Status Page updated
- former menu Reset to Factory Default became
Configuration Manager => chapter 10 changed
- chapter 14 Software - Application Files updated
Release Date
01-December-2009
19-January-2010
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ABOUT ANDREW SOLUTIONS

INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR WIG CUSTOMER SUPPORT 9

THE NODE A NETWORK ELEMENT

3. CONNECTION TO THE NODE A AND PRE-SETTINGS

SETTING UP THE LOCAL CONNECTION

SETTING UP THE REMOTE CONNECTION

4. WEB BASED GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE

ACCESSING THE LOGIN PAGE

MAIN ALARM PAGE

ALARM PAGES IN ALARM MANAGEMENT

Users Manual for

SLOT / GROUP CONFIGURATION

GSM fixed - BCCH Detection

10. CONFIGURATION MANAGER

11. CONNECTIVITY AND UPLOAD

HC25 MODEM INITSTRINGS

RAVEN XT USB PORT RECONFIGURATION

SET REAL TIME CLOCK

IDENTIFICATION OF THE SYSTEM

CIRCUIT SWITCHED INFORMATION

PACKET SWITCHED INFORMATION

SMS INITIATED PACKET SESSION

SOFTWARE FEATURE KEY

CHECK OMC CONNECTION

12. SERIAL AND ID NUMBERS

13. SAVE SUMMARY TO LAPTOP

14. SOFTWARE - APPLICATION FILES

16. LIST OF CHANGES

Users Manual for

FIGURES AND TABLES

Access Point Name

Users Manual for

1.2. ABOUT ANDREW SOLUTIONS

Wireless Innovations Group (WIG)

Andrew Solutions Canada

620 North Greenfield Parkway

620 North Greenfield Parkway

Brazil & South America

Mexico, Central America &

Andrew Solutions Mexico

Av. Com. Camilo Julio 1256

Monte Elbruz 124-402A

Users Manual for

Andrew Solutions UK Ltd

Andrew Solutions France

Unit 15, Ilex House

28, Rue Fresnel

Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH

Andrew Solutions Czech Republic

Andrew Wireless Systems (Austria)

Andrew Wireless Systems AG

Spain & Portugal

Andrew Wireless Systems S.r.l., Faenza,

Andrew Solutions Espaa S.A.

table 1-1 List of international contact addresses

Wireless communication systems provide a two-way information transfer (voice and