Ceragon 3200T Installation - Guide
Ceragon 3200T Installation - Guide
Ceragon 3200T Installation - Guide
FibeAir 3200T
Installation Guide
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Required Parts
An installation kit is supplied with the system.
The kit contains the following parts:
Per
Screw socket head #8 or #6 and washer 8 or 12
termination
Transportation
y The equipment is prepared for public transportation. The cargo must be kept dry during
transportation, in accordance with ETS 300 019-1-2, Class 2.3.
y It is recommended to transport the equipment to the installation site in its original packing
case.
y If intermediate storage is required, the packed equipment must be stored in dry and cool
conditions and out of direct sunlight, in accordance with ETS 300 019-1-1, Class 1.2.
Inspection
Check the packing lists, and ensure that the correct part numbers and quantities of components arrived.
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
N+1 Switching
RST MODEM
RFUs
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
RST MODEM
50 Ω
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx
ICC 1
50 Ω WG
Subrack 1
Tx Tx Tx
WG
50Ω
Tx
50 Ω
50Ω
Rx Rx Rx
ICC 2
50Ω
50 Ω
Subrack 2
EOW
NMS
EOW
Supervisory
Boards
OH
RX M
R
O
S I
Line D To 1500T RFU
O F
Interface E
H
TX M
OH
RX M
R
O
S I To 1500T RFU
Line D
O F
Interface E
H
TX M
OH
RX M
R
O
S I
Line D To 1500T RFU
O F
Interface E
H
TX M
OH
RX M
ET R
O
S I
Line D To 1500T RFU
O F
Interface E
H +1
TX M
TX
RX
Control
N+1 SWITCH
IBN
ICB
RFU
y Subrack
The subrack hosts all the RFU components and connections, as shown in the illustration below.
The subrack includes:
ICCDs - if space diversity is used, the ICC will include two output ports, main and diversity
Filters - up to three filters per subrack (Tx and 2 x Rx), connected to each ICB
Patch Panel - part of the subrack; IF and XPIC cables are connected to the panel
Fan Tray - contains eight controlled and monitored fans, which cool the RFU heat dissipations
Subrack
Filters
ICC
Patch Panel
Fan Tray
y RFU - RF Unit
The RFU handles the main radio processing. It includes the following radio components: signal receiving,
signal transmission, IF processing, and power supply.
IF processing is a module that combines two signals, main and diversity, and uses the combined signal to
overcome multipathphenomenon (for Space Diversity configurations).
The RFU has different versions, depending on the frequency band.
y RF Filters
The RF Filters are used for specific frequency channels and Tx/Rx separation. The filters are attached to
the ICB, and each RFU contains one Rx and one Tx filter.
In a Space Diversity configuration, each RFU contains two Rx filters (to combine the IF signals) and one
Tx filter.
XC - Switching Board
The XC board is responsible for the N+1 functionality.
When a radio problem occurs in one of the N links, the XC board builds an alternative path between the local
and remote Multiplexer drawers. The switch between the paths is performed using the Hitless method.
N-Type Connectors
These are IF cable connectors located on the Connection Panel, which connect the Baseband Indoor and the
RFUs.
Auxiliary
This board is responsible for all auxiliary traffic, including the Wayside Channel (E1, T1, Ethernet),
management port interface, 64 Kbyte User Channel (V.11, RS232, Ethernet), and Engineering Order Wire.
ICB-ICC Assembly
2. For N+1 configurations (ICB concatenation), insert three coupling nuts in the approriate grooves, as
shown in the illustration below.
3. Place the assembled part in the sub-rack, in accordance with its final configuration, and fasten two screws
and washers using the supplied key.
ICB Concatenation
5. If this is to be the last concatenated ICB, assemble 50 ohm terminations on its left ports (two otr three
terminations for Space Diversity). Fasten the screws and spring washers.
Termination Mounting
Connect WA-0233-X (TNC cable) to the selected location in the patch panel.
Connect WA-0233-X (N-type cable) to the selected location in the patch panel.
7. Insert the RFU in the ICB, and fasten the two screws using the supplied key.
Tighten the screws to 18-20 Nm.
RFU Mounting
E-W = East-West
SD = Space Diversity
HSB = Hot Standby
ICB-ICC
ICB Placement
Configuration Placement on
on Subrack
Subrack
1+1/2+0 2 4
1+1/2+0 SD 2 4
2+1/3+0 2 4/7
2+1/3+0 SD 2 4/7
3+1/4+0 2 4/7/9
3+1/4+0 SD 2 4/7/9
4+1/5+0 2 4/7/9/11
4+1/5+0 SD 2 4/7/9/11
ICB-ICC
ICB Placement
Configuration Placement on
on Subrack
Subrack
2+1 XPIC - -
1+1 HS 1/5 -
Securing to Floor
1. Place the rack upright, and position it according to the layout plan, using its adjustable legs.
2. Mark the places through the holes, remove the rack, and drill 4 corresponding holes in the floor.
3. Place the rack back in its position, and align it in the correct vertical position by adjusting the legs.
4. Remove the flanged nuts from 4 expansion plugs (item 9 in the table above). Place expansion plugs in
the holes, and gently hammer them into place. Place the flanged nuts back in their positions and tighten
them to 30 (Nm).
Adjustable Leg
(x4)
Mounting to Floor
Securing to Wall
1. Mount the 2 support brackets (item 4 in the table above) on the rear side of the rack, using 2 screws (item
6) and 2 washers (items 7 and 8) for each support bracket.
2. Align the rack to its correct vertical position by adjusting the legs.
3. Draw marks through the 2 holes, remove the rack, and drill corresponding holes in the wall.
4. Place the rack back in its position.
5. Remove the flanged nuts from 2 expansion plugs (item 9), place expansion plugs in the holes, and gently
hammer into place. Place the flanged nuts back in their positions and tighten them to 30 (Nm).
It is possible to concatenate racks in order to increase the N+1 system for up to 10 RFU units.
1. Fix a single rack using at least one method described in the section above.
2. Place an additional rack against the fixed rack, side-by-side.
3. Insert 2 screws (item 1) and 2 washers (items 2 and 3) from one rack, and fasten them on the
other rack using 2 nuts (item 4) and 2 washers (items 2 and 3). Tighten the screws to 40 (Nm).
Note: You can use the supplied wrench socket key (item 11).
Rack Concatenation
PSU A Neutral
PSU B Neutral
Site GND
1. Remove the RFU from its package, and insert it in the ICB assembly.
2. Using the supplied wrench socket key (item 10), tighten the 2 captive screws to 18-20 (Nm).
1. Remove the IDM from its package, and insert it in the 3200T Baseband unit.
1. Connect the waveguide bends to the waveguide outputs at the top of the rack, for easier connection to the
elliptical waveguides (if necessary).
2. Make sure flanges are aligned correctly and all 8 screws are tightened.
After all waveguides are connected to their respective elliptical waveguides, turn the system on by powering
on all installed IDMs.
Part List
The following table lists the parts required for the installation.
Sub-Rack Assembly
2. Assemble the Lab Rack Adaptor Brackets (MA-0745-X) to the Side Brackets (MA-0744-X) and fasten
them using screws and washers (items 2 and 3 in the table at the beginning of this guide).
3. Assemble the Sub-Rack to the Lab Rack using eight screws and nuts (items 4 and 5 in the table).
ICB/ICC Assembly
ICB Concatenation
Termination Assembly
For the last concatenated ICB, before mounting it on the Sub-Rack, assemble 50 ohm terminations on its left
ports (two terminations, or three for Space Diversity systems).
Tighten the screws and spring washers (items 13 and 14).
Cable Connection
1. Connect the TNC cable (WA-0233-X) at the desired location in the patch panel.
Disassemble the connector nut and washer, and mount the connector on the patch panel.
Assemble the back washer and tighten the nut.
2. Connect the N-type cable (WA-0233-X) at the desired location in the patch panel.
Disassemble the connector nut and washer, and mount the connector on the patch panel.
Assemble the back washer and tighten the nut.
Cable Connection
RFU Mounting
ICB/ICC
ICB Placement
Configuration Placement on
on Sub-Rack
Sub-Rack
N+1 8 7-4-2-1
PSU A: Neutral
PSU A: Neutral
PSU B: -48V
PSU A: -48V
PSU A: -48V
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
Fans Red
Fans Black
Indoor Drawer Left: Gnd
Indoor Drawer Right: Black
Indoor Drawer Right: Red
GND
Indoor Drawer Right: Gnd
Indoor Drawer Left: Black
Indoor Drawer Left: Red
Terminal Connections
Cable Connections
Note that this installation type and configuration does not require a fan tray.
This installation type is compatible with the following RFUs (with higher Tx power than split mount):
1500HP All Indoor 1Rx RF Unit, fGHz 15HPA-1R-RFU-f RFU for Non Space Diversity All-Indoor
1500HP All Indoor 1Rx RF Unit, fGHz 15HPA-2R-RFU-f RFU for Space Diversity All-Indoor
1+1 SD IP-10
1+0 IP-10
1+0 Installation
Parts Used
Item
Picture Description QTY P/N
Number
Assembly
1. Insert the termination gaskets in their places on the OCB 19” Rack Adapter (MK-3230-0), and fasten the
Termination Plates to the Adapter using 16 screws (4 in the table above) and 16 washers (3), as shown in
the following illustration.
OCB 19”
Rack
Adapter
Termination
Gasket
Termination
Plate
Washers
Screws
2. Fasten the left bracket to the OCB 19” Rack Adapter (MK-3230-0) using 8 screws (number 2 in the table
above) 8 washers (3), and another 8 washers (1), as shown in the following illustration.
Parts Used
Item
Picture Description QTY P/N
Number
Assembly
1. Insert the termination gaskets in their places on the OCB 19” Rack Adapter (MK-3230-0), and fasten the
Termination Plates to the Adapter using 24 screws (4 in the table above) and 24 washers (3), as shown in
the following illustration.
OCB 19”
Rack
Adapter
Termination
Gasket
Termination
Plate
Washers
Screws
Parts Used
Item
Picture Description QTY P/N
Number
Assembly
1. Insert the termination gaskets in their places on the OCB 19” Rack Adapter (MK-3230-0), and fasten the
Termination Plates to the Adapter using 24 screws (4 in the table above) and 24 washers (3), as shown in
the following illustration.
OCB 19”
Rack
Adapter
Termination
Gasket
Termination
Plate
Washers
Screws
General
After the system is installed and antenna alignment is performed, the next step is initial IDU setup and
configuration.
Initial setup procedures are performed on a craft terminal via a serial port connection. Additional setup
procedures are performed using the CeraView software supplied with FibeAir.
For a complete description of CeraView, see the CeraView® User Guide.
Note: The craft terminal should be used only to perform the initial setup procedures desribed in this chapter.
Once the system is up and running, use CeraView to maintain and operate the system on a regular basis.
- Connecting to the IDU via serial port. The 3200T IDU consists of three levels (IDCs) that need to be
connected to.
- Setup options.
- Connecting to the Ethernet ports (two ports on the top panel of the IDU)
- Startng Ceraview and connecting to the unit, specifying the IP address of the middle level (IDC)
Note: The protected carrier is the one connected to the upper left drawer.
Turn the IDU power switch ON, and note the following:
- Make sure that the color of the main power LED on the IDU front panel is blue. (Note that there are two
main power inputs to the IDU.)
- On the front panel of each of the five IDMs, make sure the color of the power LED is green.
1. Connect the RS-232 port of your computer to the RS-232 (9-pin) port on the IDU front panel. This port is
labeled “Terminal”.
5. In the Connect Using field (Phone Number), select Direct to Com 1, and click OK.
6. In the Port Settings tab (Com 1 Properties), specify the following settings:
Bits per second - 19,200
Data bits - 8
Parity - None
Stop bits - 1
Flow control - Hardware
7. Click OK.
8. After you connect to the terminal, to enter the terminal setup program, press Enter.
The setup steps for a configuration of up to 9+1, are identical to those of the configuration of up to 4+1 (see
above) except for the following differences:
You must specify if you are using cascading mode, using the HyperTerminal
You must specify in which IDU the protected link will be defined.
Specify the number of sub-racks in the system. 1 for stand alone, or 2 for cascading mode.
Specify either 1 or 2 for the sub-rack number. The protected carrier will be in sub-rack 1.
FibeAir 3200T includes three levels of two IP interfaces: an Ethernet interface, and a serial interface. Each
interface has its own IP address and IP mask.
You must configure an IP address for each of the three IDCs - a unique shelf number for each shelf in the
cluster.
In addition, you must define same base IP address for every 3200T IDC. The address is a four digit number
separated by decimal points. Each IP address is a pair netid-hostid, where netid identifies a network, and hostid
identifies a host on the network. The IP mask separates between the netid and hostid.
For example, if the IP address is 192.114.35.12 (11000000 01110010 00100011 00001100), and the IP mask is
255.255.255.0 (11111111 11111111 11111111 00000000), the netid is 192.114.35, and the hostid is 12.
An IP interface can only communicate with hosts that are on the same net (have the same netid). In the example
above, the interface can communicate only with hosts that have netid 192.114.35 (for 1 to 255).
If 3200T has a frame to send to a host that is not on the Ethernet IP netid or the serial IP netid, the frame sould
be sent to an intelligent device (usually a gateway) on the network. Such a device, known as a "default router",
will know how to send the frame over the internet. The default gateway should be a host on one of the 3200T
interface netids.
The 3200T cluster is managed as a single Network Element (NE) by the CeraView EMS.
The following figure illustrates a 3200T management model from an EMS/NMS point of view.
Remote
Terminal
3xRS-232
192.168.1.1
192.168.1.17
192.168.1.2 192.168.1.18
192.168.1.3 192.168.1.19
CeraView 192.168.1.34
1500P NE D
Each IDC calculates its own IP address, considering cascade shelf# and floor#:
IP = IPbase + 3 * shelf #+ floor # ,
where:
shelf# = 0, which is the cascade master (the one with the protected carrier), or 1 for cascade slave,
In-band Management
In-band management of the 3200T link chain must be configured carefully due to a large number of public IP
address allocations. In addition, it should be noted that in-band management becomes a limiting factor for chain
length when only the Class C DCN is used.
The figure below illustrates the largest Class C in-band subnet (with CIDR = 26 bits, i.e. subnet mask
255.255.255.192).
The DCN shown in the figure makes use of the 192.168.1.64 in-band subnet. This subnet allows 62 nodes
192.168.1.65 - 192.168.1.126, and has a broadcast address of 192.168.1.127.
It is assumed that the 3200T at site A has a single GNE 1 assigned to one of the IDCs.
All three IDCs at site A have direct out-of-band IP connectivity with remote management applications
(CeraView, PolyView, Telnet). The remaining 3200T chain IP addresses are accessed via the GNE IDC.
E th e rn e t
ne t
SN
S ite C
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 9 x5 x5 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 1
S u b n e t /2 9 S u b n e t /2 9
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 0 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 2
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 8 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 0
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 1 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .8 3
PPP / 3200T N E 4 3200T N E 3
E th e rn e t
R e m o te 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 7
S u b n e t /2 9
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 8
C e ra V ie w T e rm in a l 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 6
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .9 9 x5 S ite D
3200T N E 5 x5 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 0 5
S u b n e t /2 9
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 0 6
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 0 4
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 0 7
S ite E PPP /
S u b n e t /2 9 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 2 1 3200T N E 6 E th e rn e t
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 1 3
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 2 0 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 2 2 S u b n e t /2 9
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 2 3 x5 x5 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 1 4
1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 1 2
3200T N E 8 1 9 2 .1 6 8 .1 .1 1 5
3200T N E 7
Note that the Inband bytes run through the upper level of the cluster.
The Ethernet interface of every Network Element (NE) is assigned the CIDR=/29 subnet, i.e. subnet mask
255.255.255.248. This allows 6 elements to be communicated over the interface. These addresses can be fully
utilized when two 3200T shelves are cascaded for 7+1 group protection.
The figure above shows “back-to-back” connected 3200T shelves at the same sites: B, C, and D, for East/West
chaining. Two NE IDCs (NE 2 and NE 3), at the same site, are connected over a PPPoE link.
This scheme allows four links of up to 7+1 (eight 3200T shelves, as shown, or sixteen 3200T shelves cascaded
in pairs) chained through the same CeraView/PolyView management, when IP addresses are allocated as
described above.
Notes:
1. The CIDR=/29 subnet allows external element communication (such as a laptop connected to the site B
LAN) only if there are less than six IDCs operating on two cascaded 3200T shelves. The subnet is not
sufficient for three 3200T cascading shelves. Three cascaded shelves require CIDR=/28 nodes (subnet
mask 255.255.255.240). This reduces the available number of chained links to 50%.
2. High protocol timing constraints (SNMP/TFTP) are expected in 3200T link chains due to the large number
of hops (each East/West site adds two in-band routing hops), and a large number of managed IDC nodes.
The following slight optimization may be useful for a chain topology (but not for a ring):
One of the in-band NE management channels is configured as a Default GNE Direction, assuming the
channel leads to the nearest GNE under normal conditions. Then, in-band routing chooses this channel as a
first priority for every “in-band packet” generated internally, or received from the Ethernet interface.
To define IP Addresses:
6. Define the addresses as described above: element IP and basic IP of the units.
Important: After you set up IP addresses, restart the IDUs to activate them.
7. Repeat the steps above for the remaining IDCs in the 3200T IDU.
Configuration (1) - the main setup section in which you can configure the IDC, the right and left drawers,
protection, SNMP management, in-band routing, and other such parameters.
System Status (2) - used to obtain information about the different software versions currently used in the
system.
1. Connect a crossed Ethernet cable from your PC to the Ethernet Port. If the connection is to a LAN (wall
connection), use the standard Ethernet cable.
2. Make sure the IP address on your PC is on the same sub-net as the one you defined for the FibeAir IDU (in
most cases, the first three numbers of the IP address must be identical, depending on the sub-net mask).
CeraView PC Requirements
Before you install the CeraView software, verify that your PC has the following minimum requirements:
For Windows
For UNIX
Note: More detailed information about CeraView installation is provided in the CeraView User Guide.
Starting CeraView
2. Enter the IP address of the second IDC, and the SNMP community (for SNMP protocol access). If you
are working in cascading mode, select the IP address of the second IDC in the master unit.
3. For User Name use “admin” and for Password use “ceragon”.
4. Select Save Password if you want CeraView to remember the password you entered.
Note that there are two types of passwords, each with a different security level for authorized activities:
Read Only - user can perform monitoring activities only.
Read/Write - user can change system configuration and system administrator parameters, and perform
monitoring activities.
After you log in, the Main CeraView window appears.
If the Tx frequency was previously defined using the HyperTerminal, use the frequency window in CeraView
only to verify that the correct frequency was set.
Note that the concept of N+1 system configuration is to first configure all the carriers separately to work as a
stand alone system. After all the carriers are set up as an N+0 configuration, including the XPIC links, then the
protection type is configured.
1. Select Configuration, RFU, RFU Configuration, or click the RFU icon in the tool bar.
At the top of the window, the system displays Tx/Rx ranges, the gap between them, and the channel
bandwidth.
2. In the Frequency Control section, set the Tx Channel to the required channel. By default, it is set to the first
channel. If you are unsure of the required channel, refer to the FibeAir System Descriptions guide for
channel allocations.
3. If you prefer, you can set the Tx frequency by entering a frequency, in MHz, in the Tx Frequency section.
If the frequency is not available, a warning message will appear to enable the entered frequency, or to
change it to the nearest available channel.
4. Select the XPIC option (which appears under the RFU illustration) to activate the XPIC mechanism. The
mechanism is used to cancel cross polar interference in a dual polarization system.
5. Select the Local Only option. By default, the Local + Remote option is selected. However, since there is no
connection to the remote unit at this time, the Local + Remote option is not available.
7. Click Close.
2. Click the Protection Topology drop-down list and select the required configuration, as follows:
HSB 1+1 - the upper level is activated with two drawers that protect each other, while the standby drawer is
muted.
HSB 2+2 - levels one and three of the IDU are activated. Each level protects the other when the standby
IDU is muted. Each level operates in XPIC mode. External protection cables need to be connected between
levels one and three.
1+1 - the +1 algorithm is activated. The upper level includes two carriers, whereby the left one is protected.
5. Select Switch On Early Warning if you want the switch to occur when the system reaches an MSE of -28.
6. For Revertive Link, select the carrier that will be connected to the +1 modem. Your selection will be used
in cases where a switch occurs and then the system returns to normal operation.
Examples
8. For High Priority Threshold, click the drop-down list and select the criteria upon which the system will
perform a switch to the channel you chose as high priority.
The options include: Baseband Loss of Frame, Baseband Excessive BER, Baseband Signal Degrade, and
Early Warning
9. In the priority table, designate the high priority channel(s). A high priority channel will be switched first
when the criteria chosen for the threshold is met, even if a major fault occurs in a different channel.
The Priority Level options include:
Normal - regular operation according to the N+1 mechanism
High Priority
Not Protected – stand-alone channel without protection
Note: To specify system information, you must perform the following steps in all three IDCs in the 3200T IDU:
3. The read-only Description field provides information about the FibeAir system.
4. (Optional) In the Name field, enter a name for this link. By convention, this is the node’s fully-qualified
domain name.
5. (Optional) In the Contact field, enter the name of the person to be contacted when a problem with the
system occurs. Include information on how to contact the designated person.
6. (Optional) In the Location field, enter the actual physical location of the node or agent.
7. The Up Time field is read-only and shows how long the system has been operating continuously.
8. For Left/Right Carrier Name, specify the name you want to give the carrier for identification purposes.
The Local/Remote Transport Configuration window allows you to change threshold levels for the radio and
alarms, and to configure special transmission parameters. This is recommended for advanced users only and
should be done in all of the three IDCs in the 3200T IDU.
Note: You will need to restart CeraView if you change the transport protocol.
2. The Protocol field displays the current data transfer protocol. To change the protocol, click the drop down
list and select SDH, SONET, or SONET-C.
3. Click Apply to save the settings.
4. Click Close.
This section explains how to set up a trap forwarding plan. If your application does not require trap forwarding,
you can skip the following procedure.
1. Select Configuration, Management System, Traps Configuration, or click the Traps Configuration
icon.
2. In the Managers IP Address area, specify the IP addresses of the managers to which you want traps to be
sent. For each manager IP you specify, specify the Trap Port, and for Send Trap for Alarms with
Severity, select the severity filter to determine which types of alarms will be forwarded.
3. In the Send Trap for Alarms of Group section, you determine which alarms will be sent as SNMP traps
to each manager. In each manager column, select the alarm types you want to include for that manager.
The procedure detailed in this section is required only if alarms generated by external equipment are connected
to the IDU, or if the IDU alarm outputs are connected to other equipment (using the alarms I/O connector).
The 3200T IDU has eight external alarm inputs and five external alarm outputs. Since each of the three levels
support five outputs, the system uses the OR function between the outputs of each floor, and accordingly
generates the alarm.
1. Select the middle floor of the 3200T IDU, and select Configuration, IDU, External Alarms.
Or, click the EXT ALARM IN icon on the IDU front panel .
Follow the steps below for both the Local and Remote sides.
The microcontroller in the IDU reads alarm inputs (dry contact) and transmits them to the CeraView
management system. This allows 3200T to report external alarms that are not related to its own system.
For each alarm on the left side of the window, do the following:
2. Click the box next to the alarm number to enable/disable the alarm.
3. If you enable an alarm, enter a description of the alarm in the text field.
4. Select the alarm’s severity level from the drop-down list (Major, Minor, Warning, or Event).
5. 3200T provides five alarm outputs that can be used by other systems to sense 3200T alarms. The outputs
are configured on the right side of the window.
The alarm outputs are Form C Relays. Each output relay provides three pins, as follows:
Normally Open (NO)
Normally Closed (NC)
Common (C)
Output alarms can be defined as any of the following:
Major
Minor
Warning
External
Power
BER
Line
Loopback
Exiting CeraView
For a description of the line interfaces, see the FibeAir System Descriptions guide.
General
This chapter provides Ceragon's recommended Acceptance and Commissioning Procedure for the FibeAir
3200T. Acceptance and commissioning should be performed after initial setup is complete.
The purpose of this procedure is to verify correct installation and operation of the installed link and the
interoperability with customer end equipment.
The Site Acceptance Procedure is a checklist that summarizes the installation requirements of the site at
which the product is installed.
The commissioning tests cover the required configuration information that should be recorded, and the tests
that should be performed on the radio link in N+0, N+1, and XPIC configurations.
1. SITE INFORMATION
Customer:
Radio model:
Site name:
Site code:
Mount is of sufficient height to clear local obstructions
Site address:
2. ANTENNA MOUNTING
7. WAVEGUIDE
1. Antenna Mounting
Mounting pole is of sufficient height to clear local obstructions, such as parapets, window cleaning
gantries, and lift housings.
Mounting Pole is of sufficient height, and is safely positioned, so as not to cause a safety hazard. No
person should be able to walk in front of, or look directly into the path of the microwave radio beam.
Where possible, the pole should be away from the edge of the building.
Mounting pole is secure and perpendicular. A pole that is not perpendicular may cause problems
during antenna alignment.
Mounting pole is grounded as per site specifications. All operators and site owners have specific
requirements regarding the grounding of installations. As a minimum, typical requirements are such
that any metal structure must be connected to the existing lightning protection ground of the building.
Where it extends beyond the 45 degree cone of protection of existing lightning conductors, additional
lightning protectors should be installed.
2. Antenna
Antenna is grounded as per site specifications. See the third point in the Antenna Mounting section
above.
Antenna sway braces are fitted and installed correctly, where applicable. Typically, for an antenna of
1.2 m or larger, an extra sway brace is fitted to the mounting frame of the antenna. This sway brace
should not be mounted to the same pole as the antenna, but should be installed directly back to the
tower or an alternative point.
Antenna Water Drain Plugs are fitted and removed, where appropriate. Some antennas have moisture
drain plugs installed at various points around the antenna. The purpose of these plugs is to allow any
moisture that forms on the inside of the antenna or radome to drip out and prevent a pool within the
antenna. Only the plugs at the bottom of the antenna, after installation, should be removed. All other
plugs should be left in position.
The RFU is grounded as per installation instructions. See the third point in the Antenna Mounting
section above.
The RFU Polarization is as per link requirements and matches the polarization of the antenna.
4. Indoor Unit
The main traffic connections (STM-1 tributaries) are correctly terminated and crimped as per cable
and connector manufacturer instructions. All fiber optic patch leads should be routed carefully and
efficiently, using conduits to prevent damage to the cables.
All other user terminations are secure and correctly terminated.
All labeling is complete as per site requirements. Labeling is specific to each customer. At a site with
only one installation, labeling may be unnecessary. However, at sites with multiple installations,
correct and adequate labeling is essential for future maintenance operations.
Typical labeling requirements include:
Antenna labels - for link identity and bearing
RFU labels - for link identity, frequency, and polarization
Coax cable labels - for link identity, close to the RFU, IDU, and either end of any joint
IDU labels - for link identity
Commissioning Tests
The following tests should be performed on each installed link.
Link Verification
“Radio” LED on the IDM front panel is green, indicating the radio link is up.
Received Signal Level (RSL) is up to +/- 4 dB from the expected (calculated) level at both ends of the
link.
Radio Bit Error Rate (BER) is 10E-11 or higher.
If working with ATPC, ATPC is operating as expected (RSL = reference level).
After connecting test equipment or end equipment to the line interfaces, all LEDs on the front panel of
the IDM are green.
Interoperability Verification
Connect customer end equipment to the line interfaces, and verify correct operation.
Further interoperability tests should be performed in accordance with the specific requirements of the
connected end equipment.
Management Verification
Install CeraView element manager software on the PC, and launch the program.
Verify that you can manage the link and that you are able to perform changes to the link configuration
(frequency channel, Tx power, system name, time & date, etc.) via CeraView.
Loopback Operation
Perform line loopback, IDU loopback, RFU loopback, and Remote loopback, and verify that the
system operates accordingly.
The purpose of the commissioning tests is to verify correct and proper operation of the product.
The 3200T system can work with up to a 9+1 configuration (two systems in concatenation mode).
The +1 carrier protects the other N carriers, and in normal operation of the system (no errors or faults), carrys
extra traffic.
The first tests should be performed on all carriers, including the extra traffic channel, separately.
When testing protection using switching tests, there is a difference if a channel is a preferred channel
(errorless, no errors at switching time at all), or if it is a regular channel (hitless, errors are detected within 10
msec).
Commissioning Tests
The following tests should be performed on each installed link.
Link Verification
The following steps should be repeated for each of the N+1 RFUs.
“Radio” LED on the IDM front panel is green, indicating the radio link is up.
Received Signal Level (RSL) is up to +/- 4 dB from the expected (calculated) level at both ends of the
link.
After connecting test equipment or end equipment to the line interfaces, all LEDs on the front panel of
the IDM are green.
Switching Tests
Define each of the N channels as preferred (one at a time) for errorless switching to the +1 channel. The
regular channel supports hitless switching to the +1 channel.
Connect SDH/SONET/ATM test equipment to the 155 Mbps interfaces using splitters. Use physical
loop between the splitters at the far end. Verify that there are no alarms.
Perform the following switching tests from one IDM to the other, and verify the system switches
automatically.
- Power: power off the active IDM
- Radio: disconnect the coax cable of the active IDM
- Line: disconnect the 155 Mbps line input of the active IDM
- Management: force a switch using CeraView
For diversity configurations, verify that each receiver is receiving its own signal, and then mute the
active RFU. Verify that the receiver at the far end still receives from the diversity path. Verify that
there are no errors in the test equipment.
Interoperability Verification
Connect the customer end equipment to the line interfaces and verify correct operation.
Further interoperability tests should be performed in accordance with the specific requirements of the
connected end equipment.
Management Verification
Install CeraView element manager software on the PC and launch the program.
Verify that you can manage the link and that you are able to perform changes to the link configuration
(frequency channel, Tx power, system name, time & date, etc.) via CeraView.
Verify that CeraView reports the correct parameters when performing the above.
The purpose of the commissioning tests is to verify correct and proper operation of the product.
Important! Since operation of the XPIC system depends on correct installation, make sure the guidelines for
XPIC system installation provided below are followed correctly.
The 3200T system can carry up to two XPIC links per IDU. The XPIC mode runs between drawers 1-2 and
4-5 in the IDU.
All tests described below should be performed separately for each XPIC pair in the IDU.
1. Install the dual polarization antenna and point it in the direction of the other site.
2. Install the two RFUs on a rack, and mark them with V and H respectively.
1. Connect two cables between the RFUs and the drawers (IDMs). Note that the cable length difference
should not exceed 10 meters.
2. Mark the cables with V and H respectively, and make sure V is connected to the right drawer and H is
connected to the left drawer.
3. Mark the drawers respectively.
Antenna Alignment
1. Power up drawer V on both ends of the link and configure it to the desired frequency channel and
maximum power.
2. Align the antennas, one at a time, until expected RSL is achieved. Make sure achieved RSL is no
greater than +/-4 dB from the expected level.
Polarization alignment is required to verify that the antenna feeds are adjusted, to ensure that the antenna
XPD (Cross Polarization Discrimination) is achieved.
1. Power up drawer V on both ends of the link and record the RSL reading on one end.
2. Power off drawer V on that end, and power on drawer H.
3. Check the RSL obtained on this RFU on H pol, and compare it to the RSL obtained by the
RFU installed on the V pol.
4. Verify that the XPI (Cross Polarization Interference) is at least 25 dB
where:
XPI = RSLPOL − RSLXPOL
RSLPOL → Link RSL with thesamepolarization used at both sites.
RSLXPOL → Link RSL with orthogonalpolarizations used at both sites.
5. If the XPI is less than 25 dB, adjust the feed polarization by opening the polarization screw and
gently rotating the feed to minimize the RSLXPOL.
Note that polarization alignment is not always possible since the RSLXPOL may fall below the
sensitivity threshold of the RFU.
It is also recommended to try to maximize the XPI as much as possible, by aligning the polarization.
Before operating in XPIC configuration, each of the links (V and H) should be commissioned individually in
order to verify its proper operation.
1 Power up only drawer V at both ends and verify its frequency channel and Tx power configuration.
2 Verify that the RSL is no more than +/-4 dB from the expected level.
3 Run BER stability test on the link for at least 15 minutes to ensure error-free operation.
4 Power up only drawer H at both ends and verify its frequency channel and Tx power configuration.
5 Verify that the RSL is no more than +/-4 dB from the expected level.
6 Run BER stability test on the link for at least 15 minutes to ensure error-free operation.
1 Using the XPIC cable, connect the two RFUs at each end to the TNC connectors. Make sure
the cable is no longer than 3 meters.
2 Configure the drawers to work in XPIC mode.
3 Verify that the RSL at all four RFUs is no more than +/-4 dB from the expected level.
4 Verify that no alarms exist (if a 155 Mbps line is connected).
1 Disconnect the IDU-RFU cable for each of the drawers (one at a time), and verify that the other
link is operating.
2 Disconnect the XPIC cable and check that the relevant alarms are generated.
3 Power down each of the drawers and verify that the other link is operating.
4 Swap the V and H cables and check that the relevant alarm is generated.
5 Mute and then un-mute one RFU at a time and verify that the other link is operating.
In an N+1 system, a commissioning log should be recorded for each of the five carriers (per IDU), including
the extra traffic channel.
The Commissioning Log gathers all relevant information regarding the installed link and contains a checklist
of all recommended commissioning tests.
Maintaining the Commissioning Log is important for tracking your installations, and to provide essential
data for Ceragon Networks.
Upon completing the Commissioning Log, send the log to Ceragon support center at support@ceragon.com.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Customer:
Radio model:
Configuration:
Radio link code:
Site 1 name & add:
Site 2 name & add:
Site 1 Site 2
2. IN-DOOR UNIT
Drawer 1-N Drawer 1-N
IDC model:
Wayside channel:
IDC p/n:
IDC1 s/n:
IDC2 s/n:
IDC3 s/n:
SW IDC:
Drawer model:
Main channel:
Drawer p/n:
Drawer s/n:
Modem s/n:
Mux s/n:
XC s/n:
RFU model:
RFU p/n:
RFU Main s/n:
SW RFU:
Tx frequency (MHz):
Rx frequency (MHz):
Link ID:
Tx power (dBm):
ATPC on/off:
ATPC ref level:
RFU Polarization:
Antenna model:
Antenna size:
Manufacturer:
Mounting type:
Mounting losses:
Site 1 Site 2
5. LINK PARAMETERS
Drawer 1-N Drawer 1-N
Link distance:
Rain zone:
Expected RSL (dBm):
Expected Diversity RSL (dBm):
RSL Main (dBm):
RSL Diversity (dBm):
Deviation from exp?
RSL ≤4 dB?
General
This appendix provides pin-outs for FibeAir IDU connectors, including the following:
y Protection Connector
y 8 x E1/T1 Connector
JP3A
Dual D-Ty pe
JP3B
Dual D-Ty pe
Pin
Function
Left Right
1 1 GND
2 5 E_SLF_OUT
3 6 IDC TXD
4 7 Cable Echo
5 2 E_MT_IN
6 3 IDC RXD
7 4 NA
8 8 GND
TX 2 2 RX
RX 3 3 TX
DTR 4 1 DCD
CTS 8 7 RTS
RTS 7 8 CTS
DCD 1 4 DTR
GND 5 5 GND
DB9 DB25
1 20
2 2
3 3
4 8
5 7
7 5
8 4
Notes:
1. Shell is connected to IDU chassis GND.
2. The following pins are not connected: 6, 7, 8, 9, 15, 23, 36, 37, 38, 39.
RJ-45 Male
Connector Signal
Pin
1 Ch1_Rx+, Receive Positive - Primary
2 Ch1_Rx-, Receive Negative - Primary
3 Ch2_Rx+, Receive Positive - Secondary
4 Ch1_Tx+, Transmit Positive- Primary
5 Ch1_Tx-, Transmit Negative - Primary
6 Ch2_Rx-, Receive Negative - Secondary
7 Ch2_Tx+, Transmit Positive - Secondary
Ch2_Tx-, Transmit Negative -
8
Secondary
RJ-45 Male
Connector Signal
Pin
1
Twisted Pair, Out - Tx Ch2 (Right)
2
3
Twisted Pair, In - Rx Ch2 (Right)
6
4
Twisted Pair, Out - Ch1 Tx (Left)
5
7
Twisted Pair, In - Ch1 Rx (Left)
8
The connection panel (4th level) has two D-type connectors for the user channels. The upper level
D-type connector is for the first floor, and the lower level D-type connector is for the third floor.
Below is the pin-out for the D-type connectors, which are UC, D-Type, 9-pin T/H connectors.