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Table of Contents
This document has 63 pages.
1 Summary of changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Overview of expanding Flexi EDGE BTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Expansion planning principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 General expansion principles for Nokia Flexi EDGE BTS . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4.1 Sector expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2 System Extension Module (ESEA) expansion principles. . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Remote Tune Combiner Module (ECxA) expansion principles . . . . . . . 14
4.4 Optional power module or rectifier module expansion principles. . . . . . 15
4.5 Feederless site expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.6 Double Power (DP) expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Transmission expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6 Advanced expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

6.1 Principles for changing from a cost-optimised to an upgrade-optimised con-
figuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Principles for changing from an upgrade-optimised to an antenna-opti-
mised configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.3 Principles for expanding an artificially split sector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration . . 25

7.1 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration with 48
V DC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.2 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration with
AC or 24 V DC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
8 Expanding to a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
9 Expanding to ESEA configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

9.1 Expanding to a System Extension Module (ESEA) configuration . . . . . 37
9.2 Expanding a 4+4 2-Way WBC to an 8+8+8 4-Way WBC configuration 40
10 Expanding feederless configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

10.1 Expanding from a 2+2+2 by-pass 2UD to a 4+4+4 2-way 2UD feederless
configuration on a rooftop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
10.2 Expanding from a 4+4+4 to a 6+6+6 4-way 2UD feederless configuration
on a rooftop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
10.3 Expanding from a 6+6+6 to an 8+8+8 4-way 2UD feederless configuration
on a rooftop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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List of Figures
Figure 1 RF Rx cabling in antenna-optimised configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Figure 2 RF Tx cabling in antenna-optimised configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Figure 3 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in FCIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Figure 4 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in FCOA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 5 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in stacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Figure 6 Installing Wideband Combiner Sub-module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Figure 7 RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Figure 8 RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Figure 9 RF and DP cables in a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 10 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA. . . . . . . . . 41
Figure 11 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA . . . . . . . . 42
Figure 12 Bus cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Figure 13 Internal power cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA . . . . . . . . . . 44
Figure 14 Bus cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Figure 15 Internal power cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA . . . . . . . . . 46
Figure 16 Rx cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 17 Tx cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 18 Expanding from a 2+2+2 to a 4+4+4 feederless configuration on a rooftop,
local base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
remote sector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
local base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
remote sectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Figure 22 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in FCOA . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 23 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in a stack . . . . . . . . . 60
Figure 24 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in FCIA . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Figure 25 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 remote sector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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List of Tables
Table 1 Common sector expansion cases with downtime and estimated work effort
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Table 2 Common BCF expansion cases with downtime and estimated work effort
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Table 3 Expansion kits needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Table 4 Tx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Table 5 Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Expanding Flexi EDGE BTS Summary of changes
1 Summary of changes
Changes between issues 4-0 and 3-0
Updated chapter:
• Principles for expanding an artificially split sector: updated with information on
minimum SW level and tested configurations.

Updated chapters:
• Expansion planning principles: information on the maximum configurations for the
Dual Duplexer Module (ERxA) has been updated.
• Transmission expansion principles: information on the EDAP pool size has been
updated.
• Optional power module or rectifier module expansion principles: Flexi Rectifier
Modules FRMA, FRMB and FRMC have been renamed as Flexi Power Rectifier
Modules FPRx.

New chapters:
• Double Power (DP) expansion principles
• Expanding to a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration
Updated chapters:
• Expansion planning principles: the number of maximum TRXs per sector updated
for configurations having a Dual Duplexer Module.
• Optional power module or rectifier module expansion principles: updated with infor-
mation on the Flexi Rectifier Modules (FRMx). Chapter renamed from Optional
power (24 V DC or AC) expansion principles.
• Transmission expansion principles: Updated with information on the FIQA and FIYA
sub-modules and BSC download of Abis mapping.
• Principles for changing from an upgrade-optimised to an antenna-optimised config-
uration: RF cabling figures added.
• Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration: Updated with
information on the effect of the EUCA kit on RF performance.
Other changes:
• Appendix A Cabling for feederless configurations has been removed from this doc-
ument. This information can be found in the Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feederless
Site Configurations document.
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Overview of expanding Flexi EDGE BTS Expanding Flexi EDGE BTS
2 Overview of expanding Flexi EDGE BTS

Before expanding Flexi EDGE BTS, review the following expansion principles:
• Expansion planning principles
• General expansion principles
• Transmission expansion principles
• Advanced expansion principles
For instructions on how to expand a configuration, see the following instructions:
• Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration
• Expanding to a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration
• Expanding to ESEA configurations
• Expanding feederless configurations
For maintenance instructions, see the following documentation:
• Maintaining Flexi EDGE BTS Modules: gives instructions for routine maintenance
tasks, disconnecting cables, replacing modules and module fans.
• Maintaining Flexi Cabinet for Indoor: gives instructions for
• Removing the back panel for module fan maintenance.
• Replacing batteries
• Maintaining Flexi Cabinet for Outdoor: gives instructions for:
• Maintaining air filter
• Maintaining site support
• Replacing Flexi Cabinet Fire Detector (FCDA) (470144A)
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Expanding Flexi EDGE BTS Expansion planning principles
3 Expansion planning principles

The following principles apply to planning expansions.
Licences are always required for expansions.
The maximum configurations for the Dual Duplexer Module (ERxA) are:
• A maximum of 8 TRXs per sector with one ERxA
• A maximum of 12 TRXs per sector with multiple ERxAs
• A maximum of 24 TRXs per BCF
The maximum configurations for the Remote Tune Combiner Module (ECxA) are:
• A maximum of 12 TRXs is supported per sector
• A maximum of 18 TRXs is supported per BCF
An ERxA configuration refers to any configuration with Dual Duplexer Modules (ERxA)
connected to the antenna line. An ECxA configuration refers to any configuration with a
Remote Tune Combiner Module (ECxA) connected to the antenna line.
Note that cell capacity can be increased with Multi Base Control Function (BCF). Multi
BCF is an application software product that allows combining resources of several
physical base stations into one logical cell. Multi BCF increases the Flexi EDGE BTS
cell capacity to 36 TRXs, while requiring no extra broadcast control channels (BCCH).
For more details, see GSM/EDGE BSS, BSC and TCSM Product Documentation.
Table Common expansion cases with downtime and estimated work effort shows
common expansion cases and divides the cases into the following categories by
downtime and work effort:
• Quick and easy: Requires no downtime, except if you are activating a feature which
requires a reset (for example BB hopping, Extended Cell). Hardware installation
work is not needed.
• Minor: The sector is blocked during expansion work. Existing modules do not need
to be relocated.
• Major: The BCF is blocked during expansion work. Modules must be relocated.
Note that the work effort assumes that the original configuration was built as instructed
in this documentation set.
For illustrations of common configurations, see Creating Stack, Wall and Pole Configu-
rations, Creating FCIA Configurations and Creating FCOA configurations.
For a description of upgrade-optimised, cost-optimised and antenna-optimised configu-
rations, see Flexi EDGE BTS configuration features in Creating Stack, Wall and Pole
Configurations, Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating FCIA Configurations.
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Category From To Downtime BSC work HW work effort

effort 2)
Quick and 1 TRX (ERxA or 2 TRX (ERxA or ECxA) None 1) Minor None
Easy ECxA)
3 TRX (ERxA or 4 TRX (ERxA or ECxA) None 1) Minor None
ECxA)
5 TRX (ERxA or 6 TRX (ERxA or ECxA) None 1) Minor None
ECxA)
7 TRX (ERxA) 8 TRX (ERxA) None 1) Minor None
Minor 1 to 2 TRX (ERxA) 3 to 4 TRX (ERxA) Block sector Minor • Add modules.
• Change the combin-
ing method.
5 to 6 TRX (ERxA) 7 to 8 TRX (ERxA) Block sector Minor • Add modules.
• Change the combin-
ing method.
1 to 2 TRX (ECxA) 3 to 6 TRX (ECxA) Block sector Minor • Add modules.
• Add RF cables.
• Add RF cables.
• Add RF cables.
1 to 4 TRX (ERxA) 5 to 8 TRX (ERxA) Block sector Minor • Add (and possibly
relocate) modules
• Change combining
methods.
Major Any ERxA sector expansion that brings the total Block BCF Minor • Rearrange modules.
number of TRXs for the BCF to more than 12. • Add ESEA (including
DC input line).
• Re-configure
BUS/PWR/RF
cabling.
Table 1 Common sector expansion cases with downtime and estimated work effort
1) Downtime may be required if activating a feature which requires a reset (for example
BB hopping, Extended Cell).

2)For BSC work effort, 'Minor' means that existing TEI and TSL allocations do not
change. 'Major' requires moving a TRX from a double TRX to a new sector.
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Category From To Downtime BSC work Comments

effort 4)
Quick and 1+1+1 bypass (ERxA, 2+2+2 bypass (ERxA) None 1) Minor None
easy upgrade optimised) 2)
3+3+3 2-Way (ERxA, 4+4+4 2-Way (ERxA) None 1) Minor None
upgrade optimised) 2)
1+1+1 (ECxA) 2+2+2 (ECxA) Block sector Minor No HW installation
required
required
required
Minor 1+1+1 to 2+2+2 3+3+3 to 4+4+4 2-Way Block sector Minor • Add modules.
bypass (ERxA) (ERxA) • Change the RF com-
bining method.
5+5+5 to 6+6+6 4-Way 7+7+7 to 8+8+8 4-Way Block sector Minor • Add modules.
(ERxA) (ERxA) • Add RF cables.
1+1+1 to 2+2+2 3+3+3 to 6+6+6 (ECxA) Block sector Minor • Add modules.
(ECxA) • Add RF cables.
3+3+3 to 4+4+4 5+5+5 to 6+6+6 (ECxA) Block sector Minor • Add modules.
• Add RF cables.
Major Any cost-optimised Next even ERxA config- Block BCF Major • Rearrange modules.
ERxA configuration 3) uration • Re-configure RF
cabling.
Any ERxA configura- Any ERxA configuration Block BCF Minor • Rearrange modules.
tion with 12 or less with 13 - 24 TRXs • Add ESEA (including
TRXs DC input line).
• Re-configure
BUS/PWR/RF
cabling.
Table 2 Common BCF expansion cases with downtime and estimated work effort
Downtime may be required if activating a feature which requires a reset (for example
1)
BB hopping, Extended Cell).

2) In upgrade-optimised configurations, odd-numbered sectors are built like the next
even-numbered sectors, allowing for easier expansion.

3)In cost-optimised configurations, the Dual TRX module (EXxA) carriers (A and B) are
split into separate sectors. Cost-optimised configurations which minimise the number of
required modules are not recommended if future expansion is possible at the site.
4) For BSC work effort, 'Minor' means that existing TEI and TSL allocations do not
change. 'Major' requires moving a TRX from a double TRX to a new sector.
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General expansion principles for Nokia Flexi EDGE Expanding Flexi EDGE BTS
BTS
4 General expansion principles for Nokia Flexi

EDGE BTS
4.1 Sector expansion principles

These principles apply to adding one or several TRXs to a sector in a configuration
which
• has Dual Duplexer Modules (ERxA), and
• does not exceed 12 TRXs per BCF.
Before visiting the site:
• TRXs for the new configuration must first be created in the BSC. Note that when a
TRX is created in the BSC, it is in the locked state.
• Check to see if a site visit or hardware changes are required:
• If RF cables were installed for future expansion but are not in use, a site visit is
not required. For example, when expanding from a 1+1+1 bypass 1UD configu-
ration to a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD configuration, all RF cables are already pre-
installed.
• If the combining method has not changed and the expansion is from an odd-
numbered (upgrade-optimised) configuration to the next even number (for
example from a 3+3+3 to a 4+4+4), hardware changes are not required.
After arriving at the site:
• To minimise downtime, pre-install as many modules and cables in advance with the
existing configuration still operating, excluding connecting power or RF cables to live
modules. For the remaining expansion work, block the sector and disable power to
the System Module (ESMA) power ports for the existing and new Dual TRX Modules
(EXxA).
• If you are expanding more than one sector of a stack 2+2+2 bypass, an EUCA
upgrade RF cable kit is required for those Dual TRX Modules which are not physi-
cally located next to the sector modules in the stack.
• If the combining method has changed, it is easier to remove all existing RF cables
in the sector and then re-connect them according to the new configuration.
• See the configuration tables for the relationship between different modules for each
configuration:
• Common sector configurations in Creating Stack, Wall and Pole Configurations.
• Common stack, wall and pole configurations in Creating Stack, Wall and Pole
Configurations.
• Common cabinet configurations in Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating
FCOA Configurations.
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4.2 System Extension Module (ESEA) expansion principles

The following principles apply to expansions that require adding a System Extension
Module (ESEA) to a configuration having a Dual Duplexer Module (ERxA), that is, when
expanding from 12 TRXs or less per BCF to more than 12 TRXs.
• Check if the site was built in preparation for future expansion with the System Exten-
sion Module pre-installed. If so, follow the sector expansion principles (see Sector
expansion principles).
• Nokia Siemens Networks recommends to use separate fused DC input lines for the
System Extension Module. If a separate line is not available, double rubber boots
must be ordered as a spare part. See Expanding to a System Extension Module
(ESEA) configuration for details.
• Adding a System Extension Module typically requires modules to be relocated and
new bus/internal power cabling numbering. To reduce cable work, disconnect the
bus/internal power cables from the System Module (ESMA) and keep the other end
connected to the Dual TRX Modules (EXxA).
modules. The cable for the new System Extension Module DC input line should also
be prepared in advance. Block the BCF, undo commissioning, and shut off mains
power for the remaining expansion work.
• It is easier to remove all existing RF cables in the sector and re-connect them
according to the new configuration.
• See Common cabinet configurations in Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating
FCOA Configurations for the relationship between different modules for each con-
figuration.
For instructions on how to expand to a configuration that requires a System Extension
Module, see Expanding to a System Extension Module (ESEA) configuration.
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ples
The following principles apply to expansions that involve adding Remote Tune
Combiner Modules (ECxA).
• If RF cables were installed for future expansion but are not in use, a site visit is not
required. For example, when expanding from a 5+5+5 to a 6+6+6 configuration with
Remote Tune Combiner Modules, all RF cables are already be pre-installed.
Confirm this before visiting the site.
• If you are expanding from a 2-6 to a 7-12 TRX sector:
• An EUCA upgrade RF cable kit is required. The longer RF cables are required
to connect the RX external output and input ports on the two Remote Tune
Combiner Modules in the sector without blocking the modules in between.
• Some modules will need to be relocated. To reduce cable work, disconnect the
bus/internal power cables from the System Module (ESMA) or System Exten-
sion Module (ESEA), and keep the other end connected to the Dual TRX or
Remote Tune Combiner Modules.
modules. For the remaining expansion work, block the sector and disable power to
the System Module or System Extension Module power ports for the existing and
new Dual TRX or Remote Tune Combiner Modules in the sector.
• In configurations having a Remote Tune Combiner Module, you typically do not
need to remove existing RF cables for expansion.
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4.4 Optional power module or rectifier module expansion

principles
The following principles apply to expansions with optional Flexi Power Modules (FPMA
or FPDA) or Flexi Power Rectifier Modules (FPRx).
• If the existing configuration has an FPDA or FPMA, verify that additional power
modules or sub-modules are needed to support the new configuration. You can do
this by comparing the current configuration with the new configuration in the
common configuration tables:
• Common stack, wall and pole configurations in Creating Stack, Wall and Pole
Configurations.
• Common cabinet configurations in document Creating FCIA Configurations or
Creating FCOA Configurations.
• Common sector configurations in document Creating Stack, Wall and Pole Con-
figurations.
• If the existing configuration has a Flexi Power Rectifier Module (FPRx), verify that
additional rectifiers or modules are needed to support the new configuration. You
can do this by comparing the output power of the installed module(s) and the power
consumption of the new configuration.
For more information on FPRx, see the installation instructions in NOLS.
• If you need to add any power or rectifier modules or sub-modules during the expan-
sion, block the BCF, and make sure that the mains power is disconnected before
you start the expansion work.
• For details about FPDA, FPMA, FPAA or FPBA locations, see Optional power
modules in Flexi EDGE BTS configurations in document Installing Flexi EDGE BTS
Optional Items. If you are installing a second FPDA, it must be placed directly on top
of the existing one.
Note that the FPMA or FPDA is not supported in some large cabinet configurations
because there is not enough space for the required modules.
• For details about FPRx module locations, see Principles for installing FPRx in Flexi
EDGE BTS configurations in document Installing Flexi EDGE BTS Optional Items.
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4.5 Feederless site expansion principles

• Make sure that locally sourced DC power feed cable will be available at the site.
• Verify that any EECA cable kits required for the configuration are included in the
delivery.
modules. For the remaining expansion work:
• If you are not adding a System Extension Module (ESEA) or you do not need to
change the mains power configuration, traffic can be blocked and power turned
off to each sector individually.
• For all other cases, the BCF needs to be blocked and mains power turned off to
all sectors.
• Always perform expansion work one sector at a time, starting with the local base and
followed by the remote sectors.
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4.6 Double Power (DP) expansion principles

Double Power TRX is a licensed application software product.
Follow these principles with Double Power (DP) TRX configurations.
• Order the SW licence file that contains DP TRX, and install it at the BSC.
• Double Power TRXs for the new configuration must first be created in the BSC. Note
that when a TRX is created in the BSC, it is in the locked state.
• If hardware was pre-installed for future expansion but is not in use, a site visit is not
required. For example, when expanding from a 1+1+1 DP 4UD to a 2+2+2 DP 4UD,
a site visit is not required if all hardware was pre-installed as recommended.
• The same principles as in Sector expansion principles apply.
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5 Transmission expansion principles

The growing amount of traffic in the network requires flexible transmission capacity
expansion. To expand transmission capacity, connect additional transmission interfaces
to the transmission sub-module when needed.
The transmission sub-module, which is a part of the System Module (ESMA), has the
following variants available:
• 8 x E1/T1 balanced 120/100 Ohms (FIPA)
• 8 x E1 coaxial 75 Ohms (FIEA)
• 2 x Nokia Flexbus Interfaces 16 x 2Mbit/s (FIFA)
• 4 x E1/T1 balanced 120/100 Ohms or 2 x Fast Ethernet and 1 Gigabit Ethernet inter-
faces (FIQA)
• 4 x E1 coaxial 75 Ohms or 2 x Fast Ethernet and 1 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces (FIYA)
Note that for the Gigabit Ethernet Interface, an additional compatible small form-factor
pluggable (SFP) module is required. The SFP module is a separate sales item.
The following principles apply to transmission expansions:
• Configuration of Abis traffic allocation in the BTS must match the configuration in the
BSC.
• TRX signalling channels and traffic channels (TCH) must be at the same E1/T1
interface or pseudowire.
• The EGPRS Dynamic Abis Pool (EDAP) size at the BSC and BTS and the time slot
order at the BSC and BTS EDAPs must be the same. For maintenance reasons,
Nokia Siemens Network recommends using the same timeslot allocation at the BSC
and BTS.
• The EDAP pool must be at the same E1/T1 interface or pseudowire as the EDGE
TRXs.
• The maximum EDAP sizes in Flexi EDGE BTS are 1 - 29 TSLs for E1 and 1 - 22
TSLs for T1. The maximum EDAP size in BSC is 24.
Up to 12 TRXs are supported on a single E1 2 Mbit/s PCM line or pseudowire and up to
10 TRXs are supported on a single T1 1.5 Mbit/s PCM line. With the Compressed Abis
Timeslot Allocation software product, up to 15 TRXs are supported on a single E1 2
Mbit/s PCM line or pseudowire and up to 11 TRXs are supported on a single T1 1.5
Mbit/s PCM line. For Compressed Abis Timeslot Allocation, the TRX signalling channel
is set on top of the traffic channel.
For more information, see document BSS Transmission Configuration in GSM/EDGE
BSS, BSC and TCSM Product Documentation in NOLS.
Transmission sub-modules FIPA (E1/T1), FIEA (E1), FIQA (E1/T1), FIYA (E1) - TDM
mode
The transmission sub-module FIPA for E1/T1 or FIEA for E1 supports up to 8 TDM inter-
faces.
The transmission sub-module FIQA for E1/T1 or FIYA for E1 supports up to 4 TDM inter-
faces.
If the Abis allocation requires more than one PCM line, further E1/T1 interfaces can be
deployed. The configuration and the settings of the Line Interface (LIF) will be done with
Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
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For T1 settings, the Line Coding must be AMI or B8ZS, and it must be the same as the
far end.
As default, two interfaces can be deployed. For further two interfaces, a software licence
is required for the Flexi EDGE Additional 2 E1, T1 IF (BSS30285) application software
product. This licence is trust-based in the BSS12 release, and licence-key controlled in
BSS13. For more information, see Technical Note TN_2GBTSf_SW_2007_1.
Transmission sub-modules FIQA (E1/T1), FIYA (E1) - PWE mode

The FIQA and FIYA transmission sub-modules contain two fast Ethernet ports and one
SFP connector/cage for an optical Gigabit SFP module. The fast Ethernet port 2 is dis-
abled. These ports provide support for Abis over IP. Abis signalling and traffic from the
BSC is converted into Ethernet traffic using a far-end pseudowire (PW) device. Traffic
reaches the BTS through an IP network. The FIQA and FIYA sub-modules in the
pseudowire emulation (PWE) mode offer 8 pseudowires (which map to 8 virtual inter-
faces with E1 capacity) within a single pseudowire tunnel.
An additional SFP module is needed to support a Gigabit Ethernet interface.
For Abis over IP, a software license is required.
The Ethernet Interfaces (EIF) are configured with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
Flexbus transmission sub-module FIFA

One FIFA transmission sub-module is used per Flexi EDGE BTS with two Flexbus inter-
faces, allowing for microwave radio tail and chain site topologies using Nokia FlexiHop-
per and MetroHopper. The FIFA sub-module offers up to 16 x E1 interfaces. Each of
these 16 E1 signals can be made operational, and the frame format can be selected.
Flexbus 1 can be used without a licence. Using Flexbus 2 requires a separate Additional
Flexbus (FB) interface licence to be installed. For more information, see Technical Note
TN_2GBTSf_SW_2007_1.
You can manage the FIFA sub-module locally and remotely using Nokia FlexiHub
manager. The configuration of the internal Line Interface (LIF) settings will be done with
the Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
For more information, see Establishing transmission link in document Flexi EDGE BTS
Commissioning.
Abis loop protection

The Nokia PDH Loop Protection functionality provides instant recovery from transmis-
sion failures in a network of network elements, where each element is assigned two
independent transmission routes. If there is a fault in one route, the system switches
traffic, synchronisation and Q1 management functions to the intact route.
When changing the topology from a chain configuration to loop protection, define the
parameter and condition bits with the Flexi EDGE BTS Manager. The Abis protection
menu allows you to specify a protecting interface for the traffic allocations created on the
selected interface.
Additionally you need to configure the synchronisation protection, and the traffic of the
other BTSs in the loop must be by-passed with bi-directional cross-connections. If BSC
polling is used for transmission supervision, Q1 loop protection must also be configured.
The settings must match the loop master settings.
Abis loop protection, synchronisation protection and Q1 protection are not available with
the FIQA and FIYA sub-modules in the PWE mode.
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The BSS 30280 Abis loop protection feature needs a software licence with BSS13
onwards. For more information, see Technical Note TN_2GBTSf_SW_2007_1. See
also BSS 30280 Abis loop protection in document Flexi EDGE BTS Feature Descrip-
tions.
Cross-connections
Cross-connections define how signals are routed from a transmission interface to
another transmission interface. They are the basic building blocks for creating the path
for transmitting the Abis capacity from the BSC to the BTS via interconnecting nodes. If
there are changes in the traffic allocation during the expansions, this must be taken into
account in the cross-connection.
Cross-connections and Abis grooming are not available with the FIQA and FIYA sub-
modules in the PWE mode.
The BSS 21129 Abis Grooming feature needs a SW license with BSS13 onwards. For
more information, see Technical Note TN_2GBTSf_SW_2007_1.
BSC download of Abis mapping

Abis mapping automates the process of providing Abis allocations on the BTS. The BTS
must be able to configure the allocation of the Abis using the information received from
the BSC, instead of getting the information in a site configuration file (SCF). This config-
uration is performed by the BTS, by using mapping algorithms to convert the BSC data
into BTS Abis allocations. The mapping between the BSC data and the interfaces at the
BTS relies on reference signals that are collectively known as the Abis Termination infor-
mation of the BTS. The Abis mapping information is provided to the BTS. The Abis Ter-
mination information is provided to the BTS during commissioning via the site
configuration file from the Flexi EDGE BTS Manager. One reference signal per interface
is supported at the BTS.
An Abis mapping Information Element (IE) consists of Abis channels (TRXSIG and
TCH) in BTS_CONF_DATA grouped into a bundle. The BTS_CONF_DATA can carry
several instances of Abis mapping IE(s), one for each bundle or interface. The interface
timeslots in the Abis mapping IE(s) from the BSC are the timeslots at the BSC interface.
OMUSIG configuration is still taken from the Abis Termination information already
stored at the BTS, and not from the Abis mapping IE. The timeslot information provided
in the Abis mapping IE is converted into timeslot information for the BTS via the Abis
mapping algorithm. EGPRS Dynamic Abis Pool (EDAP) information is provided using
the Dynamic Pool Info IE(s) in the BTS_CONF_DATA. The interface timeslots in the
Dynamic Pool Info IE(s) are the timeslots at the BSC interface.
The Flexi EDGE BTS Manager has been enhanced with the Abis mapping download
function.
For configuration instructions and settings, see Manual Commissioning in document
Flexi EDGE BTS Commissioning.
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6 Advanced expansion principles
6.1 Principles for changing from a cost-optimised to an

upgrade-optimised configuration
Follow these principles when changing from a cost-optimised to an upgrade-optimised
configuration:
• One TRX from a Dual TRX Module (EXxA) must be moved to a new sector. This
requires changing TEI and TSL allocations in the BSC.
• During expansion, lock both sectors that were cost-optimised.
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antenna-optimised configuration
Follow these principles when changing from an upgrade-optimised to an antenna-opti-
mised configuration:
• When changing from a 4 TRX (2 Dual TRX Modules (EXxA) and 2 antennas)
upgrade-optimised to a 6 TRX antenna-optimised (3 Dual TRX Modules and 3
antennas):
• You will need a Dual Duplexer Module (ERxA) from which the third antenna is
taken.
• Connect the Rx diversity from the existing Dual Duplexer Module to the new
Dual TRX Module.
• When changing from a 4+4 upgrade-optimised to a 6+6 TRX antenna-optimised:
• You will need 2 Dual TRX Modules and 1 Dual Duplexer Module in addition.
• First disconnect all existing Rx cables. Then connect the cables normally except
the Tx cables connected to the new Dual Duplexer Module must come from dif-
ferent sectors.
• An upgrade RF cable kit (EUCA) is required.
RxA-RxA2 RxB-RxA2
DN
RxAO-RxAI* RxB3-RxB
RxA1-RxA RxB1-RxB
RxB4-RxB
RxA1-RxA RxB2-RxA
RxB2-RxB
DN
RxB1-RxB
RxA1-RxA
RxA4-RxA
DN
*pre-installed
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Figure 1 RF Rx cabling in antenna-optimised configurations
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TxB-TxB
DN
RxAO-RxAI*
OUT-TxB
TxA-OUT
TxB-TxB
TxA-TxA
TxA-OUT TxB-OUT
TxB-TxB
TxA-TxA
TxB-TxB
TxA-TxA DN
OUT-TxB
TxA-OUT
TxB-TxB
TxA-TxA
TxB-TxB
TxA-TxA DN
*pre-installed
DN70542327
Figure 2 RF Tx cabling in antenna-optimised configurations
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An artificially split sector refers to a situation when two separate sectors transmit to the
same direction using the same antenna.
If you are expanding an artificially split sector (for example, a 1+3 to a 1+5 or 7), change
the combining method to 4-Way for the sector that already has more TRX objects con-
figured. Furthermore, the following configurations have been tested without problems:
2+6, 3+5, 4+4. It is required to use the EP1.1 CD1.0 SW level as a minimum.
Note that RF cabling must be defined manually during commissioning to get the artifi-
cially split sector working.
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7 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-

way 2UD configuration
7.1 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD con-

figuration with 48 V DC power
Purpose
These instructions show how to expand up to three sectors from a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD
configuration to a 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration with 48 V DC.
Before you start

TRXs for the new configuration must first be created in the BSC.
You will need the following new modules, depending on the number of expansion
sectors.
• One sector
• 1 Dual TRX Module (EXxA)
• 2 Wideband Combiner Sub-module (EWxx)
• With stack installation, one 2U casing kit (EMTA)
• Two sectors
• 2 Dual TRX Modules (EXxA)
• With stack installation, two 2U casing kits (EMTA) and one upgrade cable kit
(EUCA)
• Three sectors
• With stack installation, three 2U casing kits (EMTA) and two upgrade cable kits
(EUCA)
Note that the effect of using the Upgrade Cable Kit (EUCA) for Tx cabling is 0.7 dB with
high band, and 0.45 dB with low band. Nokia Siemens Networks recommends not to use
these cables for Tx cabling in configurations when RF performance is critical.
Summary
The figures below show the module installation order for expanding all three sectors for
FCIA, FCOA, and stack installations. The modules that need to be added are indicated
in the figures.
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4 HU
EXxA EWxx
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EWxx
Figure 3 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in FCIA
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EXxA
EWxx
EWxx
EXxA
EWxx
EWxx
EXxA
EWxx
EWxx
DN70363641
Figure 4 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in FCOA
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EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
DN
EWxx
DN
EWxx
DN
EWxx
DN70125509
Figure 5 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in stacks
Steps
1 Verify that the new TRXs have been created in the BSC.
Note that when a TRX is created in the BSC, it is in the locked state.
2 If casings are used, install the casing for the new Dual TRX Module.
3 If casings are used, remove the front covers from the System Module and Dual
TRX Module in the sector being expanded.
4 Install the new Dual TRX Module.
5 If casings are used, install the cable entries on the new Dual TRX Module.
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6 Install the Wideband Combiner Sub-modules.
DN
Figure 6 Installing Wideband Combiner Sub-module
7 Connect the bus cable for the new Dual TRX Module.
8 Notify the appropriate personnel and block the sector with Flexi EDGE BTS
Manager.
Alternatively, you can request a sector lock from the BSC.
9 Wait for stable yellow LED to be displayed on the existing Dual TRX Module.
It takes one minute for the LED to change to yellow.
10 Using Flexi EDGE BTS Manager, disable power to the System Module port on the
existing and new Dual TRX Modules.
11 Connect the power cable for the new Dual TRX Module.
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12 For sectors using standard RF cables, connect the cables as shown in the picture
below.
TxA-TxA TxB-TxB
RxAO-RxAI*
DN
OUT-TxB
TxB-TxB
TxA-OUT
TxA-TxA
TX Cables *pre-installed
RxA-RxA2 RxB-RxB2
DN
RxAO-RxAI*
RxA-RxA1 RxB-RxB1
RX Cables *pre-installed
DN70154222
Figure 7 RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD
From To Expansion cable kits

needed
2+2+2 2+2+4 0
2+2+2 2+4+4 1
2+2+2 4+4+4 2
Table 3 Expansion kits needed
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13 For sectors using the Upgrade Cable Kit (EUCA), connect the cables as shown in
the picture below.
TxA-TxA RxB-RxB2 TxB-TxB
RxA-RxA2 OUT-TxB
RxAO-RxAI* RxA-RxA1 RxB-RxB1
TxA-TxA TxA-OUT TxB-TxB
*pre-installed DN70125548
Figure 8 RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD expansion
Number Cable From - to

1 994931 TxA (ERxA) - TxA (EWxx)
2 994931 TxB (ERxA) - TxB (EWxx)
3 994931 OUT (EWxx) - TxB (ERxA)
4 994931 TxA (EXxA) - TxA (EWxx)
5 994931 TxB (EXxA) - TxB (EWxx)
6 994936 OUT (EWxx) - TxA (ERxA)
Table 4 Tx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used)
Number Cable From - to
Table 5 Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used)
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7 994936 RxA (EXxA) - RxA1 (ERxA)

8 994936 RxB (ERxA) - RxB4 (EXxA)
9 994931 RxA (ERxA) - RxA2 (EXxA)
10 994931 RxB (ERxA) - RxB1 (EXxA)
Table 5 Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used) (Cont.)
14 Enable power to the Dual TRX Modules.
15 Unblock the new TRXs with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.

Alternatively, you can request to unlock the TRXs from the BSC.
16 Unblock the sector with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.

Alternatively, if the sector was locked from the BSC, request to unlock it from the BSC.
17 Reset the sector with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
18 If front covers are used, re-install them.
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figuration with AC or 24 V DC power
Purpose
These instructions show how to expand all three sectors from a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD con-
figuration with 24 V DC or AC power to a 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration.
When AC or 24 V DC is used, an additional power module needs to be installed, which
requires mains power to the BTS to be turned off.
If only 1 or 2 sectors are being expanded, an additional power module is not needed. In
this case, follow the instructions in Expanding to a 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD configura-
tion with 48V DC power.
Before you start

See Optional power (24V DC or AC) expansion principles.
The following new hardware is needed:
• If 24 V DC power is used, an additional FPDA and three upgrade cable kits (EUCA)
are needed
• If AC power is used, then an additional FPAA is needed and two upgrade cable kits
(EUCA) are needed.
• If the BTS is using short-term battery backup (FPBA), then an FPBA needs to be
added, along with the FPAA. Follow the same instructions for adding FPAA.
Note that the effect of using the upgrade cable kit (EUCA) for TX cabling is 0.7 dB with
high band, and 0.45 dB with low band. Nokia Siemens Networks recommends not to use
these cables for TX cabling in configurations when RF performance is critical.
Steps
1 Notify the appropriate personnel and block the BCF with Flexi EDGE BTS
Manager.
Alternatively, you can request a BCF lock from the BSC.
2 Connect the ESD wrist strap.
3 Wait for stable yellow LED to be displayed.

4 Disconnect the mains power breaker.
5 If this is a stack installation, remove the front covers.
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a) Install the new FPDA directly on top of the existing FPDA.
b) Connect the external DC power cables to the DC inputs of the new FPDA.
c) Connect the DC output of the new FPDA to the DC output of the existing FPDA.
Route the cables using the double rubber boot provided in the FPDA delivery.
d) Chain the alarm cable for the new FPDA to the existing FPDA.
7 If AC power is used, install and cable the new FPAA sub-module as described in
Replacing AC DC sub-module FPAA.
8 If this is a stack installation, install the casing for the new Dual TRX Module.
10 If this is a stack installation, install the cable entries.
12 Connect the power and bus cable for the new Dual TRX Module.
13 For sectors using RF cables, connect the RF cables.

See figure RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD in Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to
4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration with 48 V DC power.
14 For sectors using the Upgrade Cable Kit (EUCA), connect the cables.
See figure RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD expansion and tables Tx cables
(applies when the EUCA kit is used and Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used
in Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration with 48 V DC
power.
15 Connect the mains power breaker.
16 Switch on the power to the FPDAs or FPAAs.

18 Unblock the BCF with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.

Alternatively, you can request to unlock the BCF from the BSC.
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8 Expanding to a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration

When expanding from a 2+2+2 bypass or 1+1+1 DP 2UD configuration to a 2+2+2 DP
2UD configuration, you need the same modules as for a 4+4+4 2-Way 2UD configura-
tion, except DP Wideband Combiner Sub-Modules (EWxA) are required.
DP TRX is a licensed application software product. The licence file must be ordered and
installed before the expansion.
The following figure shows how to connect the DP cables and the RF cables. Otherwise
follow the instructions for Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD config-
uration with 48 V DC power or Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD
configuration with AC or 24 V DC power.
TxA-TxA TxB-TxB
RxAO-RxAI*
DN
OUT-TxB
TxB-TxB
TxA-OUT
TxA-TxA DP-DP
TX Cables *pre-installed
RxA-RxA2 RxB-RxB2
DN
RxAO-RxAI*
RxA-RxA1 RxB-RxB1
DP-DP
RX Cables *pre-installed
DN70513262
Figure 9 RF and DP cables in a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration
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9 Expanding to ESEA configurations
9.1 Expanding to a System Extension Module (ESEA) config-

uration
Purpose
The following System Extension Module (ESEA) expansion cases are instructed here:
• Expanding from a 12 TRX or less Dual Duplexer Module (ERxA) configuration to a
13-24 TRX Dual Duplexer Module configuration.
• Expanding from a 12 TRX or less Dual Duplexer Module configuration to any
Remote Tune Combiner Module (ECxA) configuration.
Both cases require adding a System Extension Module. For details, see Bus and internal
power cabling principles for System Extension Module (ESEA) in Creating FCIA Config-
urations or Creating FCOA Configurations.
Before you start

• If the BTS has 24V DC or AC power, see Optional power (24V DC or AC) expansion
principles.
• TRXs must be created in the BSC.
Nokia Siemens Networks recommends that the System Module (ESMA) and System
Extension Module (ESEA) have separate fused DC input lines from the external power
source for safety reasons. The rubber boots provided in the System Module and System
Extension Module deliveries are only allowed for use with single DC cables. Fault inves-
tigation is also easier with separate DC lines.
If separate fused DC lines are not available for the System Module and System Exten-
sion Module, the DC lines can be chained. If chaining is used, one double rubber boot
(822862) per chained power terminal is required for safety and must be ordered as a
spare part. For an example of DC chaining, see Installing Flexi Power DC/DC Module
24V (FPDA)in document Installing Flexi EDGE BTS Optional Items.
Steps
Manager.
4 Wait for stable yellow LED on the System Module to be displayed.

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5 Power off the System Module with the power switch.
6 Make sure that the mains power breaker is off for both the System Module and the
System Extension Module power feeds.
7 Disconnect all bus and power cables on the System Module.
8 Install the modules and sub-modules as required by the configuration.

See the installation instructions for the appropriate configuration for recommended
module installation order in Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating FCOA Configura-
tions.
See also Installing a System Extension Module (ESEA) in document Installing Flexi
EDGE BTS Optional Items.
9 Connect mains power to the System Extension Module.

See
• Connecting external power cables in FCIA installation in document Creating FCIA
Configurations or
• Connecting external power cables in FCOA installation in document Creating FCOA
Configurations.
10 Install the cables as required by the configuration.

See Bus and internal power cabling principles for System Extension Module (ESEA) in
Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating FCOA Configurations.


13 Power on the System Module and System Extension Module.
14 If RF Cabling Auto-detection is used for the configuration, reset the BCF with RF
Cabling Auto-detection using Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
Note that adding a System Extension Module changes the internal module identifiers of
the Dual TRX Modules (EXxA) and Dual Duplexer Modules (ERxA) that were previously
connected to the System Module. This forces the BTS to update the RF autodetected
cabling with the new internal module identifiers for both the old and new Dual TRX
Modules. This resolves some issues that could occur during commissioning in step 15
below.
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15 Save the current BTS site configuration file (SCF) to hard disk.
This allows you to reload the HW and Transmission data in step 14 below so that
existing HW and Transmission settings such as IBBU, MHA, and passive unit details do
not need to be defined again.
16 Uncommission the BTS.
17 Commission the BTS.

the Dual TRX Modules (EXxA) and Dual Duplexer Modules (ERxA) that were previously
connected to the System Module. Therefore you need to re-define the antenna cabling
when commissioning. Antenna cabling is not autodetected. For example, if antenna 1
had previously been connected to AntA of ERxA1, antenna 1 must now be defined as
being connected to AntA of ERxA601, even if the sector configuration has not changed.
Note that if RF cable autodetection is not available for the new configuration, every
module identified in the RF cabling section must be modified to use the new module
identifiers as well as adding the new cables. For example, a TX cable from source unit
EXxA1 port TxA to destination unit ERxA1 port TXA must be modified to specify a TX
cable from source unit EXxA601 port TxA to destination unit ERxA601 port TXA.
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figuration
Before you start
• These instructions assume that the site was not built for expansion and thus a
System Extension Module (ESEA) needs to be installed. See System Extension
Module (ESEA) expansion principles for more details.
• If the BTS has 24V DC or AC power, see Optional power (24V DC or AC) expansion
principles.
• Create the TRXs for the new configuration in the BSC before the expansion.
• Review Bus and internal power cabling principles for System Extension Module
(ESEA) in Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating FCOA Configurations.
Nokia Siemens Networks recommends that the System Module (ESMA) and System
Extension Module (ESEA) have separate fused DC input lines from the external power
source for safety reasons. The rubber boots provided in the System Module and System
Extension Module deliveries are only allowed for use with single DC cables. Fault inves-
tigation is also easier with separate DC lines.
If separate fused DC lines are not available for the System Module and System Exten-
sion Module, the DC lines can be chained. If chaining is used, one double rubber boot
(822862) per chained power terminal is required for safety and must be ordered as a
spare part. For an example of DC chaining, see Installing Flexi Power DC/DC Module
24V (FPDA)in document Installing Flexi EDGE BTS Optional Items.
Steps
Manager. Alternatively, you can request a BCF lock from the BSC.
4 Wait for stable yellow LED on the System Module to be displayed.

5 Power off the System Module with the power switch.
6 Make sure that the mains power breaker is off for both the System Module and the
System Extension Module power feeds.
7 Disconnect all bus and power cables on the System Module and all existing RF
cables.
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8 Install new modules and relocate any existing ones that need to be relocated so
that the module order matches the figures below.
3U space
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA DN
EWxx ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA DN
EWxx
ESMA
EXxA DN
EWxx
EXxA DN
EWxx ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
ESEA
EXxA
EWxx DN
EXxA DN
EWxx ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA DN
EWxx
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Figure 10 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA
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Dummy plates
(3U)
DN
EXxA
EWxx
Air Guide plate EXxA
DN
EWxx
ESMA ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
Air Guide plate EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
ESEA DN EWxx
EXxA
DN EWxx
ERxA
EXxA
DN
EWxx
EXxA
DN
EWxx
DN70466504
Figure 11 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA
9 Connect the mains power to the System Extension Module.

See
• Connecting 48 V DC power feed to the System Module or System Extension Module
in FCIA installation in document Creating FCIA Configurations or
• Connecting 48 V DC power feed to the System Module or System Extension Module
in FCOA installation in document Creating FCOA Configurations.
See Connecting 48V DC power cables.
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10 Connect the bus and power cables according to the figures below.
See Bus and internal power cabling principles for System Extension Module (ESEA) in
Creating FCIA Configurations or Creating FCOA Configurations.
Connect the bus cable 994939 included in the System Extension Module delivery to
EXxA 12 (the farthest from the System Extension Module).
3U space
BUS 12
DN
ExxA 12
BUS 11
DN
ExxA 11
BUS 10
DN
ExxA 10
BUS 9
DN
ExxA 9
BUS 8
DN
ExxA 8
BUS 7
DN
ExxA 7
BUS 6
DN
ExxA 6
BUS 5
DN ExxA 5
BUS OUT-
BUS IN
BUS 4
DN ExxA 4
BUS 3
DN
ExxA 3
BUS 2
DN
ExxA 2
BUS 1
DN ExxA 1
DN70466543
Figure 12 Bus cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA
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3U space
ESMA PWR 3/9 DN
ExxA 12
ESMA PWR 2/8 DN
ExxA 11
ESMA PWR 1/7 DN
ExxA 10
ESMA PWR 6/12 DN
ExxA 9
ESMA PWR 5/11

ESMA PWR 4/10
DN
ExxA 8
DN
ExxA 7
ESEA PWR 6/12
ESEA PWR 5/11 DN
ExxA 6
DN ExxA 5
ESEA PWR 4/10 DN ExxA 4
ESEA PWR 3/9 DN

ExxA 3
ESEA PWR 2/8 DN

ExxA 2
ESEA PWR 1/7 DN ExxA 1
DN70466555
Figure 13 Internal power cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCIA
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BUS 12
DN
BUS 11
DN
BUS 10
DN
BUS 9
DN
BUS 8
DN
BUS 7
DN
BUS 6
DN
BUS 5
DN
BUS 4
DN
BUS 3
DN
BUS 2
DN
BUS 1
DN
DN70472061
Figure 14 Bus cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA
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ESMA PWR 3/9

DN
ESMA PWR 2/8

DN
ESMA PWR 1/7

DN
ESMA PWR 6/12

DN
ESMA PWR 5/11

DN
ESMA PWR 4/10

DN
ESEA PWR 6/12

DN
ESEA PWR 5/11

DN
ESEA PWR 4/10

DN
ESEA PWR 3/9

DN
ESEA PWR 2/8

DN
ESEA PWR 1/7

DN
DN70472085
Figure 15 Internal power cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration in FCOA
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11 Connect the RF cables according to figure below.
RxA - RxA4
DN
RxB - RxB4
RxA - RxA3 RxB - RxB3
RxAO - RxAI*
DN70466567
Figure 16 Rx cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration
OUT - TxA
TxA - TxA
TxB - TxB
TxA - TxA TxB - TxB
TxB - OUT
OUT - TxB
TxA - TxA TxB - TxB
TxA - OUT TxB - OUT
TxA - TxA
TxB - TxB
TxA - OUT
DN70466601
Figure 17 Tx cabling for an 8+8+8 configuration
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12 Power on the System Module and System Extension Module.


15 Reset the BCF with RF Cabling Auto-detection using Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.
Note that adding a System Extension module changes the internal module identifiers of
the Dual TRX and Dual Duplexer Modules that were previously connected to the System
Module. This forces the BTS to update the RF auto-detected cabling with the new
internal module identifiers for both the old and new Dual TRX Modules. This resolves
some issues that could occur during commissioning in step 16 below.
existing settings such as IBBU, MHA, and passive unit details do not need to be defined
again.

Note that adding a System Extension module changes the internal module identifiers of
Module. Therefore, you need to re-define the antenna cabling when commissioning.
Antenna cabling is not auto-detected. For example, if antenna 1 had previously been
connected to AntA of ERxA1, antenna 1 must now be defined as being connected to
AntA of ERxA601, even if the sector configuration has not changed.
19 After the BTS is successfully commissioned, tie down any loose cables. If
casings are used, re-install the front covers.
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10 Expanding feederless configurations
10.1 Expanding from a 2+2+2 by-pass 2UD to a 4+4+4 2-way

2UD feederless configuration on a rooftop
Purpose
These instructions show how to expand local and remote sectors from a rooftop 2+2+2
to a 4+4+4 feederless configuration. These instructions assume the original installation
was optimised for expansion (see Feederless site expansion principles).
In this expansion case, you can expand each sector one at a time to minimise site down-
time. This expansion case does not require you to shut down the entire site.
Before you start

You will need the following new hardware for the sector in the local base:
• 2 Wideband Combiner Sub-modules (EWxx)
• 1 2U casing kit (EMTA)
Needed only if the existing modules are in casings.
You will also need the following new hardware for each remote sector:
Summary
The figures below show the module installation order for expanding local and remote
sectors in feederless configurations. The figures indicate the modules that you need to
add.
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EXxA
EMTA
DN
EWxx
EWxx DN
EOCA
DN70486523
local base
EXxA
DN
EWxx
DN
EWxx
DN70486535
remote sector
For instructions on how to connect the cables, see Cabling for a 4+4+4 feederless con-
figuration on a rooftop in document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feederless Site Configu-
rations. The tables indicate which cables are needed for expansion.
Steps
When a TRX is created in the BSC, it is in the locked state.
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2 If this is the local base and casings are used, install the casing for the new Dual
TRX Module.
3 If casings are used, remove the front covers from the following modules:
• System Module
• Remote and local Optical Converter Modules (EOCA) for the sector
• Existing Dual TRX Module in the sector
5 If casings are used, install the cable entries on the new Dual TRX Module.
7 Notify the appropriate personnel and block the sector with Flexi EDGE BTS
Manager.
Alternatively, you can request a sector lock from the BSC.
9 If this is the local base sector, use Flexi EDGE BTS Manager to disable power to
the System Module port on the existing and new Dual TRX Modules.
10 If this is a remote sector, turn off the mains power breakers to the local and remote
Optical Converter Modules for the sector.
11 Remove the existing RF cables for the sector.
12 Connect the new power and bus cables.

For instructions, see tables Internal power cabling and Bus cabling in Cabling for a
4+4+4 feederless configuration on a rooftop, document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feed-
erless Site Configurations.
13 Connect the RF cables for the new configuration.
14 If this is the local base, enable power to the Dual TRX Modules.
15 If this is a remote sector, turn on the mains power breakers to the local and remote
Optical Converter Modules.
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17 Unblock the sector with Flexi EDGE BTS Manager.

Alternatively, if the sector was locked from the BSC, request to unlock it from the BSC.
19 If casings are used, re-install the front covers.

If you are expanding additional sectors, do not re-install the front cover for the System
module until you complete the last sector.
20 Repeat for additional sector(s).
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10.2 Expanding from a 4+4+4 to a 6+6+6 4-way 2UD feederless

configuration on a rooftop
Purpose
These instructions show how to expand local and remote sectors from a 4+4+4 to a
6+6+6 feederless configuration on a rooftop. These instructions assume the original
installation was optimised for expansion (see Feederless site expansion principles.
This expansion case requires adding a System Extension Module (ESEA) and rearrang-
ing all bus cables. Therefore BCF will need to be blocked and all mains power lines must
be turned off during the expansion work.
Before you start

For the local base, you will need the following new hardware:
• 1 System Extension Module (ESEA)
• 1 3U casing kit (EMHA)
Needed only if existing modules are in casings.
Needed only if existing modules are in casings.
• Jumper DC power cables from the System Module (ESMA) to the System Extension
Module (the cables are not included in the Flexi EDGE product delivery)
For each remote sector, you will need the following new hardware:
Summary
sectors in feederless configurations. The modules that need to be added are indicated
in the figures.
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ESEA EMHA
EXxA
EMTA
EWxx
EWxx
EWxx
DN70486547
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EXxA
DN
EMTA
EWxx
DN
EWxx DN
DN70486559
remote sectors
For instructions on how to connect the cables, see Cabling for a 6+6+6 feederless con-
figuration on a rooftop in document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feederless Site Configu-
rations. The tables indicate which cables are needed for expansion.
Steps
Manager.
4 Turn off power from the System Module with the power switch on the module.
5 Turn off the mains power breakers for the System Module and remote sectors.
6 At the local base, complete the following steps:

a) Connect the ESD wrist strap.
b) If casings are used, install the casings for the new Dual TRX and System Extension
Modules.
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c) Install the new System Extension Module, Dual TRX Modules, and Wideband
Combiner Sub-modules.
d) If casings are used, install the cable entries for the new modules.
e) If casings are used, remove the front covers from the remaining modules.
f) Disconnect the external power, internal power and bus cables from the System
Module and remove all RF cables from the Dual TRX Modules.
g) Connect the DC power feed to the System and System Extension Modules as
shown in Table DC power feed in Cabling for a 6+6+6 feederless configuration on a
rooftop, document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feederless Site Configurations.
h) Connect the internal power, bus, and RF cables for the local base as shown in
Cabling for a 6+6+6 feederless configuration on a rooftop.
7 For each remote sector, complete the following steps:

b) If casings are used, install the casing for the new Dual TRX Module.
c) Install the new Dual TRX and Wideband Combiner Sub-modules.
d) If casings are used, install the cable entries for the new Dual TRX Module.
e) Disconnect all RF cables.
f) Connect the internal power and bus cables for the new Dual TRX Module.
g) Connect the RF cables for the entire sector.
8 Turn on the mains power breakers for the System Module and remote sectors.


Module. This forces the BTS to update the RF auto-detected cabling with the new
internal module identifiers for both the old and new Dual TRX Modules. This resolves
some issues that could occur during commissioning in step 12 below.
existing settings such as IBBU, MHA, and passive unit details do not need to be defined
again.
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Module. Therefore, you need to re-define the antenna cabling when commissioning.
Antenna cabling is not autodetected. For example, if antenna 1 had previously been
connected to AntA of ERxA1, antenna 1 must now be defined as being connected to
AntA of ERxA601, even if the sector configuration has not changed.
casings are used, re-install the font covers.
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10.3 Expanding from a 6+6+6 to an 8+8+8 4-way 2UD feederless

configuration on a rooftop
Purpose
Expanding from a 6+6+6 to an 8+8+8 feederless configuration on a rooftop requires
rearranging modules for stack configurations. If originally the local base or remote
sectors have been installed in cabinets, some or all modules may not need to be rear-
ranged during expansion work.
Before you start

For the local base, you will need the following new hardware:
• 2 Optical Converter Modules (EOCA)
• New DC power feed cables (not included in Flexi EDGE BTS delivery)
See Table DC power feed in Cabling for an 8+8+8 feederless configuration on a
• Casing kits are also needed if the existing modules are in casings.
For each remote sector, you will need the following new hardware:
• 1 Optical Converter Module (EOCA)
• New DC power feed cables (not included in Flexi EDGE BTS delivery)
See Table DC power feed in Cabling for an 8+8+8 feederless configuration on a
Summary
sectors in feederless configurations.
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ESEA
EXxA 12
EWxx
EXxA 11
EWxx Sector 3
ERxA
EXxA 10
EWxx
L EOCA 1
Sector 1 EXxA 9
L EOCA 2 EWxx
L EOCA 3
Sector 2 L EOCA 4
ESMA
DN70486508
Figure 22 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in FCOA
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L EOCA 4
Sector 2 EMHA
L EOCA 3
L EOCA 2
Sector 1 EMHA
L EOCA 1
ESEA EMHA
EXxA 12
EMTA
EWxx
EXxA 11
EMTA
EWxx
Sector 3
ERxA
EXxA 10 EMHA
EWxx
EXxA 9
EMTA
EWxx
ESMA EMHA
DN70486489
Figure 23 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in a stack
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L EOCA 4
Sector 2
L EOCA 3
L EOCA 2
Sector 1
L EOCA 1
ESEA
EXxA 12
EWxx
EXxA 11
EWxx
Sector 3
ERxA
EXxA 10
EWxx
EXxA 9
EWxx
ESMA
DN70486492
Figure 24 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 local base in FCIA
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R EOCA 2
EXxA 4 EMHA
EWxx
R EOCA 1
EXxA 3 EMHA
EWxx
ERxA
EXxA 2 EMHA
EWxx
EXxA 1
EMTA
EWxx
DN70486511
Figure 25 Module installation order for an 8+8+8 remote sector
Steps
Manager.
4 Turn off power from the System Module with the power switch on the module.
5 Turn off the mains power breakers for the System Module and remote sectors.
6 At the local base, complete the following steps:

b) If casings are used, install the casings according to the figures Module installation
order for an 8+8+8 local base in a stack and Module installation order for an 8+8+8
remote sector.
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c) Install the new Dual TRX, Optical Converter, and Wideband Combiner Sub-
modules.
e) If casings are used, remove the front covers from the remaining modules.
f) Disconnect the existing DC power feed from the System Module, System Extension
Module and Optical Converter Modules.
g) Connect the DC power feed to the System Module and System Extension Module
as shown in Table DC power feed in Cabling for an 8+8+8 feederless configuration
on a rooftop, document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS Feederless Site Configurations.
h) Connect the new internal power, bus, and RF cables as shown in Cabling for an
8+8+8 feederless configuration on a rooftop, document Creating Flexi EDGE BTS
Feederless Site Configurations.
7 For each remote sector, complete the following steps:

b) If casings are used, install the casings according to the module order in Figure
Module installation order for an 8+8+8 remote sector.
c) Install the new Dual TRX Module, Optical Converter Module and Wideband
Combiner Sub-module.
e) Disconnect the remote power feed from the existing Optical Converter Module.
f) Connect the DC power feed as shown in Table DC power feed in Cabling for an
g) Connect the new internal power, bus, and RF cables as shown in Cabling for an
8 Turn on the mains power breakers for the System Module and remote sectors.


casings are used, re-install the font covers.
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2 Overview of expanding Flexi EDGE BTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3 Expansion planning principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4 General expansion principles for Nokia Flexi EDGE BTS . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5 Transmission expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

6 Advanced expansion principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD configuration . . 25

8 Expanding to a 2+2+2 DP 2UD configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

9 Expanding to ESEA configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

10 Expanding feederless configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Changes between issues 3-0 and 2-0

Changes between issues 2-0 and 1-0

2 Overview of expanding Flexi EDGE BTS

3 Expansion planning principles

Category From To Downtime BSC work HW work effort

BB hopping, Extended Cell).

Category From To Downtime BSC work Comments

BB hopping, Extended Cell).

even-numbered sectors, allowing for easier expansion.

4 General expansion principles for Nokia Flexi

4.1 Sector expansion principles

4.2 System Extension Module (ESEA) expansion principles

4.3 Remote Tune Combiner Module (ECxA) expansion princi-

4.4 Optional power module or rectifier module expansion

4.5 Feederless site expansion principles

4.6 Double Power (DP) expansion principles

5 Transmission expansion principles

Transmission sub-modules FIQA (E1/T1), FIYA (E1) - PWE mode

Flexbus transmission sub-module FIFA

Abis loop protection

BSC download of Abis mapping

6 Advanced expansion principles

6.1 Principles for changing from a cost-optimised to an

6.2 Principles for changing from an upgrade-optimised to an

6.3 Principles for expanding an artificially split sector

7 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-

7.1 Expanding a 2+2+2 bypass 2UD to 4+4+4 2-way 2UD con-

Before you start

Figure 3 Modules for 3+3+3/4+4+4 expansion in FCIA

4 Install the new Dual TRX Module.

6 Install the Wideband Combiner Sub-modules.

Figure 6 Installing Wideband Combiner Sub-module

From To Expansion cable kits

Table 3 Expansion kits needed

TxA-TxA RxB-RxB2 TxB-TxB

RxAO-RxAI* RxA-RxA1 RxB-RxB1

TxA-TxA TxA-OUT TxB-TxB

Figure 8 RF cables in 3+3+3/4+4+4 2-way 2UD expansion

Number Cable From - to

Table 4 Tx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used)

Number Cable From - to

Table 5 Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used)

7 994936 RxA (EXxA) - RxA1 (ERxA)

Table 5 Rx cables (applies when the EUCA kit is used) (Cont.)

14 Enable power to the Dual TRX Modules.