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BBU3900 GSM

V300R008

User Guide

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Date 2008-09-05
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Contents

About This Document.....................................................................................................................1


1 Safety Information.....................................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Safety Precautions...........................................................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Electricity Safety.............................................................................................................................................1-3
1.3 Inflammable Environment...............................................................................................................................1-5
1.4 Battery.............................................................................................................................................................1-5
1.5 Radiation.........................................................................................................................................................1-7
1.6 Working at Heights.........................................................................................................................................1-9
1.7 Mechanical Safety.........................................................................................................................................1-11
1.8 Others............................................................................................................................................................1-12

2 BBU3900 Hardware....................................................................................................................2-1
2.1 BBU3900 Equipment......................................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.1 Appearance of the BBU3900.................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.2 Boards and Module of the BBU3900.....................................................................................................2-2
2.2 BBU3900 Cables...........................................................................................................................................2-14
2.2.1 BBU3900 Cable List............................................................................................................................2-15
2.2.2 PGND Cable.........................................................................................................................................2-16
2.2.3 Power Cable.........................................................................................................................................2-16
2.2.4 E1 Cable...............................................................................................................................................2-17
2.2.5 E1 Surge Protection Transfer Cable.....................................................................................................2-19
2.2.6 Monitoring Signal Cable Between the APMI and the BBU................................................................2-21
2.2.7 CPRI Optical Cable..............................................................................................................................2-21
2.2.8 Alarm Cable.........................................................................................................................................2-22
2.3 BBU3900 Auxiliary Equipment....................................................................................................................2-23
2.3.1 APM30.................................................................................................................................................2-23
2.3.2 DCDU-03B...........................................................................................................................................2-24

3 Maintaining BBU3900 Hardware............................................................................................3-1


3.1 Maintenance Items of the BBU.......................................................................................................................3-2
3.2 Powering On and Powering Off the BBU.......................................................................................................3-2
3.2.1 Powering On the BBU............................................................................................................................3-2
3.2.2 Powering Off the BBU...........................................................................................................................3-3
3.3 Replacing the BBU Parts.................................................................................................................................3-4

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3.3.1 Replacing the UBFU..............................................................................................................................3-5


3.3.2 Replacing a UPEU.................................................................................................................................3-7
3.3.3 Replacing the UEIU.............................................................................................................................3-10
3.3.4 Replacing the GTMU...........................................................................................................................3-11
3.3.5 Replacing the UELP.............................................................................................................................3-15
3.3.6 Replacing the Optical Module..............................................................................................................3-16

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Figures

Figure 1-1 Wearing an ESD wrist strap...............................................................................................................1-5


Figure 1-2 Lifting a weight................................................................................................................................1-10
Figure 1-3 Slant angle........................................................................................................................................1-11
Figure 1-4 One meter higher than the eave........................................................................................................1-11
Figure 2-1 BBU3900............................................................................................................................................2-2
Figure 2-2 Typical configuration of the BBU3900..............................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-3 Panel of the UEIU...............................................................................................................................2-5
Figure 2-4 Panel of the GTMU............................................................................................................................2-6
Figure 2-5 Panel of the UELP ...........................................................................................................................2-10
Figure 2-6 DIP switch on the UELP .................................................................................................................2-11
Figure 2-7 Panel of the UBFA...........................................................................................................................2-12
Figure 2-8 Panel of the UPEA............................................................................................................................2-13
Figure 2-9 Panel of the UPEB............................................................................................................................2-13
Figure 2-10 PGND cable....................................................................................................................................2-16
Figure 2-11 Power cable.....................................................................................................................................2-17
Figure 2-12 E1 cable..........................................................................................................................................2-18
Figure 2-13 E1 surge protection transfer cable..................................................................................................2-20
Figure 2-14 Monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU.............................................................2-21
Figure 2-15 CPRI optical cable..........................................................................................................................2-22
Figure 2-16 Alarm cable.....................................................................................................................................2-22
Figure 2-17 DCDU-03B.....................................................................................................................................2-24
Figure 2-18 Ports on the DCDU-03B panel.......................................................................................................2-25
Figure 3-1 Loosening the screws..........................................................................................................................3-5
Figure 3-2 Checking whether the UBFU runs normally......................................................................................3-6
Figure 3-3 Querying UBFU alarms......................................................................................................................3-7
Figure 3-4 Loosening the screws..........................................................................................................................3-8
Figure 3-5 Checking whether the UPEU runs properly.......................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-6 Querying the alarm information of the UPEU..................................................................................3-10
Figure 3-7 Loosening the screws........................................................................................................................3-11
Figure 3-8 Loosening the screws........................................................................................................................3-12
Figure 3-9 Checking whether the GTMU runs properly....................................................................................3-13
Figure 3-10 Querying the software version of the GTMU.................................................................................3-14
Figure 3-11 Querying GTMU alarms.................................................................................................................3-15

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Figure 3-12 Loosening the screws......................................................................................................................3-16


Figure 3-13 Checking whether the CPRI signal transmission is resumed.........................................................3-18

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Tables

Table 2-1 Board configuration principles of the BBU3900.................................................................................2-3


Table 2-2 Ports on the UEIU................................................................................................................................2-5
Table 2-3 LEDs on the GTMU.............................................................................................................................2-6
Table 2-4 Ports on the GTMU panel....................................................................................................................2-7
Table 2-5 Settings of S1.......................................................................................................................................2-8
Table 2-6 Settings of S2.......................................................................................................................................2-9
Table 2-7 Settings of S4.......................................................................................................................................2-9
Table 2-8 Settings of S5.......................................................................................................................................2-9
Table 2-9 Ports on the panel of the UELP..........................................................................................................2-10
Table 2-10 DIP switch on the UELP .................................................................................................................2-11
Table 2-11 LED on the UBFA...........................................................................................................................2-12
Table 2-12 LED on the UPEU............................................................................................................................2-14
Table 2-13 Ports on the UPEU...........................................................................................................................2-14
Table 2-14 Cable list...........................................................................................................................................2-15
Table 2-15 Pin assignment for wires of the -48 V power cable.........................................................................2-17
Table 2-16 Pin assignment for wires of the +24 V power cable........................................................................2-17
Table 2-17 Pin assignment for the wires of the 75-ohm E1 coaxial cable.........................................................2-18
Table 2-18 Pin assignment for the wires of the 120-ohm E1 twisted pair cable................................................2-19
Table 2-19 Pin assignment for the wires of the E1 surge protection transfer cable...........................................2-20
Table 2-20 Pin assignment for the wires of the monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU......2-21
Table 2-21 Pin assignment for the fiber tails of the CPRI optical cable............................................................2-22
Table 2-22 Pin assignment for the wires of the alarm cable...............................................................................2-23
Table 2-23 Parameters for the ports on the DCDU-03B panel...........................................................................2-25
Table 3-1 Maintenance items associated with the BBU.......................................................................................3-2

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About This Document

Purpose
This document provides an overview of the BBU3900 GSM hardware for the planning and
deployment of the BBU3900 GSM. It describes the BBU3900 GSM boards and modules, ports
and related functions, categories of cables, and specifications and installation positions of the
connectors. This document also presents various installation modes and maintenance
information of the BBU3900 GSM.

Product Version
The following table lists the product version related to this document.

Product Name Product Version

BBU3900 GSM(referred to as V300R008


BBU3900 in this manual)

Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
l BBU3900 installers
l Maintenance engineers
l Technical support engineers

Change History
For changes in the document, refer to Changes in BBU3900 GSM User Guide.

Organization

1 Safety Information

2 BBU3900 Hardware
This describes the boards, modules, cables, and auxiliary equipment of the BBU3900 to provide
reference for planning the deployment of the DBS3900.

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3 Maintaining BBU3900 Hardware

After the site is put into use, routine maintenance on the BBU is required to ensure that it runs
properly in the long term.

Conventions
1. Symbol Conventions

The following symbols may be found in this document. They are defined as follows

Symbol Description

Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk that, if not avoided,


will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER

Indicates a hazard with a medium or low level of risk which, if


not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,


could cause equipment damage, data loss, and performance
CAUTION degradation, or unexpected results.

TIP Indicates a tip that may help you solve a problem or save your
time.

NOTE Provides additional information to emphasize or supplement


important points of the main text.

2. General Conventions

Convention Description

Times New Roman Normal paragraphs are in Times New Roman.

Boldface Names of files,directories,folders,and users are in boldface. For


example,log in as user root .

Italic Book titles are in italics.

Courier New Terminal display is in Courier New.

3. Command Conventions

Convention Description

Boldface The keywords of a command line are in boldface.

Italic Command arguments are in italic.

[] Items (keywords or arguments) in square brackets [ ] are optional.

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Convention Description

{x | y | ...} Alternative items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical


bars.One is selected.

[ x | y | ... ] Optional alternative items are grouped in square brackets and


separated by vertical bars.One or none is selected.

{ x | y | ... } * Alternative items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical


bars.A minimum of one or a maximum of all can be selected.

[ x | y | ... ] * Alternative items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical


bars.A minimum of zero or a maximum of all can be selected.

4. GUI Conventions

Convention Description

Boldface Buttons,menus,parameters,tabs,window,and dialog titles are in


boldface. For example,click OK.

> Multi-level menus are in boldface and separated by the ">" signs.
For example,choose File > Create > Folder .

5. Keyboard Operation

Convention Description

Key Press the key.For example,press Enter and press Tab.

Key1+Key2 Press the keys concurrently.For example,pressing Ctrl+Alt+A


means the three keys should be pressed concurrently.

Key1,Key2 Press the keys in turn.For example,pressing Alt,A means the two
keys should be pressed in turn.

6. Mouse Operation

Action Description

Click Select and release the primary mouse button without moving the
pointer.

Double-click Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and quickly
without moving the pointer.

Drag Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the pointer
to a certain position.

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1 Safety Information

1.1 Safety Precautions


This section describes certain safety precautions and helps to choose the measurement device
and testing device. Read and follow these safety precautions before installing, operating, and
maintaining Huawei devices.

Following All Safety Precautions


Before any operation, read the instructions and precautions in this document carefully to
minimize the possibility of accidents.

The Danger, Caution, and Note items in the package of documents do not cover all the safety
precautions that must be followed. They only provide the generic safety precautions for
operations.

Symbols

DANGER
This symbol indicates that casualty or serious accident may occur if you ignore the safety
instruction.

CAUTION
This symbol indicates that serious or major injury may occur if you ignore the safety instruction.

NOTE

This symbol indicates that the operation may be easier if you pay attention to the safety instruction.

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Complying with the Local Safety Regulations


When operating the device, comply with the local safety regulations. The safety precautions
provided in the documents are supplementary. You must comply with the local safety
regulations.

General Installation Requirements


The personnel in charge of installation and maintenance must be trained and master the correct
operating methods and safety precautions before beginning work.

The rules for installing and maintaining the device are as follows:

l Only the trained and qualified personnel can install, operate and maintain the device.
l Only the qualified specialists are allowed to remove the safety facilities, and repair the
device.
l Any replacement of the device or part of the device (including the software) or any change
made to the device must be performed by qualified or authorized personnel of Huawei.
l Any fault or error that might cause safety problems must be reported immediately to the
personnel in charge.

Grounding Requirements
The following requirements are applicable to the device to be grounded:

l Ground the device before installation and remove the ground cable after uninstallation.
l Do not operate the device in the absence of a ground conductor. Do not damage the ground
conductor.
l The unit (or system) must be permanently connected to the protection ground before
operation. Check the electrical connection of the device before operation and ensure that
the device is reliably grounded.

Safety of Personnel
Ensure the following:

l When lightning strikes, do not operate the device and cables.


l When lightning strikes, unplug the AC power connector. Do not use the fixed terminal or
touch the terminal or antenna connector.
NOTE

The previous two requirements are suitable for the wireless fixed terminal.
l To prevent electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to
telecommunication network voltage (TNV) circuits.
l To prevent laser radiation from injuring your eyes, never look into the optical fiber outlet
with unaided eyes.
l To prevent electric shock and burns, wear the electrostatic discharge (ESD) clothing, gloves
and wrist strap, and remove conductors such as jewelry and watch before operation.

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Device Safety
l Before operation, the device must be secured on the floor or other fixed objects, such as
the walls and the mounting racks.
l Do not block ventilation openings while the system is running.
l When installing the panel, tighten the screw with the tool.

1.2 Electricity Safety


High Voltage

DANGER
l The high voltage power supply provides power for running the system. Direct contact with
the high voltage power supply or contact through damp objects may result in fatal danger.
l Non-standard and improper high voltage operations may result in fire and electric shock.

l The personnel who install the AC facility must be qualified to perform operations on high
voltage and AC power supply facilities.
l When installing the AC power supply facility, follow the local safety regulations.
l When operating the AC power supply facility, follow the local safety regulations.
l When operating the high voltage and AC power supply facilities, use the specific tools
instead of common tools.
l When the operation is performed in a damp environment, ensure that water is kept off the
device. If the cabinet is damp or wet, shut down the power supply immediately.

Thunderstorm
The following requirements are suitable only for the wireless base station or the device with an
antenna or GPS antenna.

DANGER
In a thunderstorm, do not perform operations on high voltage and AC power supply facilities or
on a steel tower and mast.

High Electrical Leakage

CAUTION
Ground the device before powering on the device. Otherwise, the personnel and device are in
danger.

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If the "high electrical leakage" flag is stuck to the power terminal of the device, you must ground
the device before powering it on.

Power Cable

CAUTION
Do not install and remove the power cable with a live line. Transient contact between the core
of the power cable and the conductor may generate electric arc or spark, which may cause fire
or eye injury.

l Before installing or removing the power cable, turn off the power switch.
l Before connecting the power cable, ensure that the power cable and label comply with the
requirements of the actual installation.

Fuse

CAUTION
To ensure that the system runs safely, when a fuse blows, replace it with a fuse of the same type
and specifications.

Electrostatic Discharge

CAUTION
The static electricity generated by the human body may damage the electrostatic sensitive
components on the circuit board, such as the large-scale integrated circuit (LIC).

In the following situations, the human body generates a static electromagnetic field:

l Movement of body parts


l Clothes friction
l Friction between shoes and the ground
l Holding plastic in hand

The static electromagnetic field will remain within the human body for a long time.

Before contacting the device, plug boards, circuit boards, and application specific integrated
circuits (ASICs), wear a grounded ESD wrist strap. It can prevent the sensitive components from
being damaged by the static electricity in the human body.

Figure 1-1shows how to wear an ESD wrist strap.

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Figure 1-1 Wearing an ESD wrist strap

1.3 Inflammable Environment

DANGER
Do not place the device in the environment that has inflammable and explosive air or fog. Do
not perform any operation in this environment.

Any operation of the electrical device in the inflammable environment causes danger.

1.4 Battery
Storage Battery

DANGER
Before handling the storage battery, read the safety precautions for the handling and connection
of the storage battery.

Incorrect operation of storage batteries may cause danger. During operation, ensure the
following:

l Prevent any short-circuit.

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l Prevent the electrolyte from overflowing and leakage.

Electrolyte overflow may damage the device. It will corrode the metal parts and the circuit
boards, and ultimately damage the device and cause short-circuit of the circuit boards.

General Operations
Before installing and maintaining the storage battery, ensure the following:
l Use special insulation tools.
l Use eye protection devices and operate with care.
l Wear rubber gloves and an apron in case of an electrolyte overflow.
l Always keep the battery upright when moving. Do not place the battery upside down or tilt
it.

Short-Circuit

DANGER
Short-circuit of the battery may cause injury. Although the voltage of a battery is low, high
transient current generated by short-circuit will release a surge of power.

Keep metal objects away from the battery to prevent short circuit. If they have to be used,
disconnect the battery in use before performing any other operation.

Harmful Gas

CAUTION
l Do not use unsealed lead-acid storage batteries, because the gas emitted from it may result
in fire or device corrosion.
l Lay the storage battery horizontally and fix it properly.

The lead-acid storage battery in use will emit flammable gas. Therefore, store it in a place with
good ventilation and take precautions against fire.

High Temperature

CAUTION
High temperature may result in distortion, damage, and electrolyte overflow of the battery.

When the temperature of the battery exceeds 60oC, check whether there is acid overflow. If acid
overflow occurs, handle the acid immediately.

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Acid

CAUTION
If the acid overflows, it should be absorbed and neutralized immediately.

When handling a leaky battery, protect against the possible damage caused by the acid. Use the
following materials to absorb and neutralize acid spills:

l Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda): NaHCO3


l Sodium carbonate (soda): Na2CO3

Antacids must be used according to the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.

Lithium Battery

CAUTION
There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

l Replace the lithium battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
l Dispose of the used battery according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
l Do not dispose of the lithium battery in fire.

1.5 Radiation
Electromagnetic Field Exposure

CAUTION
High power radio-frequency signals are harmful to human body.

Before installing or maintaining an antenna on a steel tower or mast with a large number of
transmitter antennas, the operator should coordinate with all parties to ensure that the transmitter
antennas are shut down.

The base transceiver station (BTS) has RF radiation (radiation hazard). Suggestions for the
installation and operation of BTSs are given in the following section. Operators are also required
to comply with the related local regulations on erecting BTSs.

l The antenna should be located in an area that is inaccessible to the public where the RF
radiation exceeds the stipulated value.

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l If the areas where RF radiation exceeds the stipulated value are accessible to workers,
ensure that workers know where these areas are. They can shut down the transmitters before
entering these areas. Such areas may not exist; but if they exist, the areas must be within a
range of less than 10 m around the antennas.
l Each forbidden zone should be indicated by a physical barrier and striking sign to warn the
public or workers.

Laser

CAUTION
When handling optical fibers, do not stand close to, or look into the optical fiber outlet with
unaided eyes.

Laser transceivers or transmitters are used in the optical transmission system and associated test
tools. Because the laser that is transmitted through the optical fiber produces a small beam of
light, it has a very high power density and is invisible to human eyes. If a beam of light enters
the eye, the retina may be damaged.
Normally, staring into the end of an unterminated optical fiber or broken optical fiber with the
unaided eyes from a distance of more than 150 mm [5.91 in.] will not cause eye injury. Eyes
may, however, be damaged if an optical tool such as a microscope, magnifying glass or eye
loupe is used to stare into the bare optical fiber end.
Read the following guidelines to prevent laser radiation:
l Only the trained and authorized personnel can perform the operation.
l Wear a pair of eye-protective glasses when you are handling lasers or optical fibers.
l Ensure that the optical source is switched off before disconnecting optical fiber connectors.
l Never look into the end of an exposed optical fiber or an open connector if you cannot
ensure that the optical source is switched off.
l To ensure that the optical source is switched off, use an optical power meter.
l Before opening the front door of an optical transmission system, ensure that you are not
exposed to laser radiation.
l Never use an optical tool such as a microscope, a magnifying glass, or an eye loupe to look
into the optical fiber connector or end.
Read the following instructions before handling optical fibers:
l Only the trained personnel can cut and splice optical fibers.
l Before cutting or splicing an optical fiber, ensure that the optical fiber is disconnected from
the optical source. After disconnecting the optical fiber, use protecting caps to protect all
the optical connectors.

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1.6 Working at Heights

CAUTION
When working at heights, ensure that the objects do not fall.

When working at heights, ensure that the following requirements must be met:
l The personnel who work at heights must be trained.
l The operating machines and tools should be carried and handled safely to prevent them
from falling.
l Safety measures, such as wearing a helmet and a safety belt, should be taken.
l In cold regions, warm clothes should be worn before working at heights.
l Ensure that the lifting appliances are well prepared for working at heights.

Lifting Weights

CAUTION
Do not access the areas under the arm of the crane and the goods in suspension when lifting
weights.

l Ensure that the operators have been trained and qualified.


l Check the weight lifting tools and ensure that they are intact.
l Lift the weight only when the weight lifting tools are firmly mounted onto the weight-
bearing object or the wall.
l Use a concise instruction to prevent incorrect operation.
l The angle between the two cables should be less than or equal to 90o in the lifting of weights
(See Figure 1-2).

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Figure 1-2 Lifting a weight

Safety Guide on Ladder Use


Checking the Ladder
l Check the ladder before using it. Check the maximum weight that the ladder can support.
l Never overload the ladder.

Placing the Ladder

l The slant angle is preferred to be 75o. The slant can be measured with the angle square or
with arms, as shown in Figure 1-3. When using a ladder, place the wider end of the ladder
on the ground and take protective measures on the base of the ladder against slippage. Place
the ladder on a stable ground.
When climbing the ladder, ensure the following:
l The gravity of the body does not shift from the edge of the ladder.
l Keep balance on the ladder before performing any operation.
l Do not climb higher than the fourth highest step of the ladder.

If you tend to climb to the roof, the length of the ladder should be at least one meter higher than
the eave, as shown in Figure 1-4.

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Figure 1-3 Slant angle

Figure 1-4 One meter higher than the eave

1.7 Mechanical Safety


Drilling

CAUTION
Do not drill on the cabinet without permission. Inappropriate drilling on the cabinet may damage
the electromagnetic shielding and internal cables. Metal shavings from the drilling may result
in a short-circuit of the circuit board if they get into the cabinet.

l Before drilling a hole on the cabinet, remove the cables from the cabinet.

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l During the drilling, wear blinkers to protect your eyes.


l During the drilling, wear the protective gloves.
l Prevent the metal shavings from getting into the cabinet. After drilling, clean the metal
shavings in time.

Handling Sharp Objects

CAUTION
When carrying the device by hand, wear the protective gloves to prevent injury by sharp objects.

Handling Fans
l When replacing a component, place the component, screw, and tool at a safe place to prevent
them from falling into the running fan.
l When replacing the ambient equipment around the fan, do not place the finger or board
into the running fan until the fan is switched off and stops running.

Moving Heavy Objects


Wear the protective gloves when moving heavy objects.

CAUTION
l Be careful when moving heavy objects.
l When moving the chassis outwards, be aware about the unfixed or heavy objects on the
chassis to prevent injury.

l Two persons should be available to move a chassis; one person must not move a heavy
chassis. When moving a chassis, keep your back straight and move stably to prevent a
sprain.
l When moving or lifting a chassis, hold the handle or bottom of the chassis. Do not hold the
handle of the installed modules in the chassis, such as the power module, fan module, or
board.

1.8 Others
Inserting and Removing a Board

CAUTION
When inserting a board, wear the ESD wrist strap or gloves. Insert the board gently to prevent
any bent pins on the backplane.

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l Insert the board along the guide rail.


l Avoid contact of one board with another to prevent short-circuit or damage.
l Do not remove the active board before powering off.
l When holding a board in hand, do not touch the board circuit, components, connectors, or
connection slots.

Bundling Signal Cables

CAUTION
Bundle the signal cables separately from the strong current cables or high voltage cables.

Cabling Requirements
At a very low temperature, movement of the cable may damage the plastic skin of the cable. To
ensure the construction safety, comply with the following requirements:

l When installing cables, ensure that the environment temperature is above 0oC.
l If cables are stored in the place below 0oC, move the cables into a place at a room
temperature and store the cables for more than 24 hours before installation.
l Move the cables with care, especially at a low temperature. Do not drop the cables directly
from the vehicle.

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About This Chapter

This describes the boards, modules, cables, and auxiliary equipment of the BBU3900 to provide
reference for planning the deployment of the DBS3900.

2.1 BBU3900 Equipment


The BBU3900 is used for baseband processing and enables interaction between the BTS and
the BSC.
2.2 BBU3900 Cables
The BBU3900 cables are classified into the PGND cable, power cable, E1 cable, E1 surge
protection transfer cable, monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU, CPRI optical
cable, and BBU alarm cable.
2.3 BBU3900 Auxiliary Equipment
The BBU3900 auxiliary equipment consists of the APM30 and the DCDU-03B. You can choose
one or more types of auxiliary equipment when installing the BBU3900.

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2.1 BBU3900 Equipment


The BBU3900 is used for baseband processing and enables interaction between the BTS and
the BSC.
The primary functions of the BBU3900 are as follows:
l Providing physical ports for the communication between the BTS and the BSC
l Providing CPRI ports for the communication with the RF modules
l Providing USB ports for downloading the BTS software
l Providing the OM channel for connection with the LMT or the M2000
l Processing uplink and downlink data
l Providing centralized management on the entire DBS system, such as OM and signaling
processing
l Providing the reference clock for the system

2.1.1 Appearance of the BBU3900


The BBU3900 is a small box with all the external ports on the front panel.
2.1.2 Boards and Module of the BBU3900
The BBU3900 boards consist of the UEIU, GTMU, UELP and UPEU; and its module is the
UBFA.

2.1.1 Appearance of the BBU3900


The BBU3900 is a small box with all the external ports on the front panel.
Figure 2-1 shows the BBU3900.

Figure 2-1 BBU3900

2.1.2 Boards and Module of the BBU3900


The BBU3900 boards consist of the UEIU, GTMU, UELP and UPEU; and its module is the
UBFA.

2.1.2.1 Board Configuration of the BBU3900


This describes the board configuration of the BBU3900.

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2.1.2.2 UEIU Board


This describes the Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) board of the BBU3900. The
UEIU transmits monitoring signals and alarm signals from external devices to the main control
board.
2.1.2.3 GTMU
The GSM Transmission, Timing, and Management Unit for BBU (GTMU) controls and manages
the entire BTS. It provides interfaces related to the reference clock, power supply, OM, and
external alarm collection.
2.1.2.4 UELP Board
The Universal E1/T1 Lightning Protection (UELP) is a universal E1/T1 surge protection unit.
The UELP is optionally installed in the SLPU or BBU. Each UELP provides surge protection
for four E1s/T1s.
2.1.2.5 UBFA Module
This describes the Universal BBU Fan Unit Type A (UBFA) module of the BBU3900. The
UBFA controls the fan speed and detects the temperature of the fan board.
2.1.2.6 UPEU Board
This describes the Universal Power and Environment Interface Unit (UPEU) board. It is a
mandatory board of the BBU3900 that converts -48 V or +24 V DC to +12 V DC.

Board Configuration of the BBU3900


This describes the board configuration of the BBU3900.
Table 2-1 describes the board configuration principles of the BBU3900.

Table 2-1 Board configuration principles of the BBU3900


Board/ Optional/ Maximum Slot Configuration
Modul Mandatory Configurati Limitations
e on

GTMU Mandatory 1 Slot 5 and slot 6 Only configured at slot


5 and slot 6

UBFA Mandatory 1 FAN Only configured at the


fan slot

UPEU Mandatory 2 PWR1 and Preferentially


PWR2 configured at PWR2 in
the case of a single
UPEU

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Board/ Optional/ Maximum Slot Configuration


Modul Mandatory Configurati Limitations
e on

UELP Optional 2 Slot 0 and slot 4 In the case of less than


or equal to four E1
signals, one UELP is
required and installed in
slot 4. In the case of
more than four and less
than or equal to eight E1
signals, two UELPs are
required and installed in
slot 0 and slot 4. In the
case of more than eight
E1 signals, the SLPU is
required and the UELPs
are installed in the
SLPU.

UEIU Optional 1 PWR1 and Preferentially


PWR2 configured at PWR1

Figure 2-2 shows the typical configuration of the BBU3900.

Figure 2-2 Typical configuration of the BBU3900

GTMU CPRI0 1 2 CPRI2 3 4 CPRI4 5


TX0 RX0 TX1 RX1 TX2 RX2 TX3 RX3TX4 RX4 TX5 RX5LIU0 LIU2

LIU1 LIU3

CPRI1 CPRI3 CPRI5


TX RX RUN
ALM
AC T

ETH FE0 FE1 USB TST E1/T1 RST

UBFA GTMU UPEU

UEIU Board
This describes the Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) board of the BBU3900. The
UEIU transmits monitoring signals and alarm signals from external devices to the main control
board.

Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the panel of the UEIU.

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Figure 2-3 Panel of the UEIU

Function
The UEIU has the following functions:
l Providing two ports with each transmitting one RS485 signal
l Providing two ports with each transmitting four dry contact signals

Port
Table 2-2 describes the ports on the UEIU panel.

Table 2-2 Ports on the UEIU


Label Connector Type Description

MON0 RJ45 One RS485 signal

MON1 RJ45 One RS485 signal

EXT-ALM0 RJ45 Four dry contact signals

EXT-ALM1 RJ45 Four dry contact signals

GTMU
The GSM Transmission, Timing, and Management Unit for BBU (GTMU) controls and manages
the entire BTS. It provides interfaces related to the reference clock, power supply, OM, and
external alarm collection.

Panel
Figure 2-4 shows the GTMU panel.

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Figure 2-4 Panel of the GTMU


GTMU CPRI0 CPRI2 CPRI4
1 2 3 4 5
TX0 RX0 TX1 RX1 TX2 RX2 TX3 RX3 TX4 RX4 TX5 RX5 LIU0 LIU2

LIU1 LIU3
CPRI1 CPRI3 CPRI5
TX RX RUN
ALM
ACT
E1/T1 RST
ETH FE0 FE1 USB TST

Functions
The GTMU performs the following functions:

l Controlling, maintaining, and operating the BTS


l Providing fault management, configuration management, performance management, and
security management
l Monitoring the fan module and the power supply module
l Distributing and managing BTS clock signals
l Providing clock input for testing
l Providing the Ethernet port for local maintenance
l Providing four E1 inputs
l Providing CPRI ports for the communication with the RF modules

LED
Table 2-3 describes the LEDs on the GTMU panel.

Table 2-3 LEDs on the GTMU

LED Color State Description

RUN Green ON The board is faulty.

OFF No power supply is available or


the board is faulty.

1s ON and 1s OFF The board is operational.

2s ON and 2s OFF The OML link is abnormal.

0.125s ON and The board is loading software.


0.125s OFF

ALM Red ON A fault occurs in the running


board.

OFF No alarm is generated.

ACT Green ON The board is operational.

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LED Color State Description

OFF Board Fault

LIU0-LIU3 Green ON Local E1/T1 alarms are


reported.

0.125s ON and A remote E1/T1 alarm is


0.125s OFF generated.

OFF This link is not used or the alarm


is cleared.

CPRI0- Green ON The CPRI link is normal.


CPRI5
Red ON The reception of the optical
module is abnormal and an
alarm is generated.

Port
Table 2-4 describes the ports on the GTMU panel.

Table 2-4 Ports on the GTMU panel


Label Connector Type Description

CPRI0-CPRI5 SFP connector Ports for the communication between the BBU
and the RF module; support input and output of
the optical and electrical signal .

ETH RJ45 connector Performs local maintenance and commissioning

FE0 RJ45 connector A reserved port that performs the following


function:
Connects the BBU to a routing device in the
equipment room through the Ethernet cable to
transmit network information.

FE1 DLC connector A reserved port that performs the following


function:
Connects the BBU to a routing device in the
equipment room through the optical cable to
transmit network information.

USB USB connector A reserved port that performs the following


function:
Used in software upgrade from a USB disk

TST USB connector Tests the output clock signals using a tester

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Label Connector Type Description

E1/T1 DB26 female Provides the input and output of the four E1/T1
connector signals between the GTMU and the UELP or
between the GTMU and the BSC.

The RESET button on the GTMU is used to reset the GTMU.

DIP Switch
The GTMU has five DIP switches. Each DIP switch has four DIP bits. The DIP switches S1 and
S2 should be set in pairs.

l If the 75-ohm E1 cable is used, the S1 and S2 should be set as follows: The E1 impedance
is set to 75 ohms and the E1/T1 is grounded.
l If the 120-ohm E1 cable is used, the S1 and S2 should be set as follows: The E1 impedance
is set to 120 ohms and the E1/T1 is not grounded.
l If the 100-ohm T1 cable is used, the S1 and S2 should be set as follows: The T1 impedance
is set to 100 ohms and the E1/T1 is not grounded.
NOTE

All the E1/T1 cables are used in balanced mode.

The functions of the DIP switches are as follows:

l S1 is used to set E1 impedance. Table 2-5 describes the settings of the DIP switch.
l S2 is used to set the grounding of E1/T1 transmission. Table 2-6 describes the settings of
the DIP switch.
l S3 is reserved.
l S4 is used for the selection of E1 bypass. Table 2-7 describes the settings of the DIP switch.
l S5 is used to set the timeslots when the E1 link is bypassed. Table 2-8 describes the settings
of the DIP switch.

Table 2-5 Settings of S1

DIP Switch DIP Status Description

1 2

S1 ON ON The E1 impedance is set to 75 ohms.

OFF ON The E1 impedance is set to 120 ohms.

ON OFF The T1 impedance is set to 100 ohms.

NOTE

The DIP bits 3 and 4 of S1 should retain the default settings. The default settings are OFF. If they are ON,
you should change them to OFF.

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Table 2-6 Settings of S2


DIP DIP Status Description
Switch
1 2 3 4

S2 ON ON ON ON E1/T1 grounded
(unbalanced mode)

OFF OFF OFF OFF E1/T1 not grounded


(balanced mode)

Other settings of the DIP bits Disabled

NOTE

All the DIP bits of S2 are set to OFF (balanced mode) by default in 75-ohm E1 mode. When four E1 links
are faulty, all the DIP bits of S2 should be set to ON (unbalanced mode) so that the faults are rectified.
All the DIP bits of S2 should retain OFF in 120-ohm E1 mode or 100-ohm T1 mode.

Table 2-7 Settings of S4


DIP DIP Status Description
Switch
1 2 3 4

S4 ON ON ON ON The E1 link can be


bypassed.

OFF OFF OFF OFF The E1 link cannot be


bypassed.

Other settings of the DIP bits Disabled

Table 2-8 Settings of S5


DIP DIP Status Description
Switch
1 2 3 4

S5 ON ON ON ON The E1 link cannot be


bypassed.

OFF ON ON OFF The E1 link of the


Level 1 cascaded BTS
can be bypassed.

ON OFF ON OFF The E1 link of the


Level 2 cascaded BTS
can be bypassed.

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DIP DIP Status Description


Switch
1 2 3 4

OFF OFF ON OFF The E1 link of the


Level 3 cascaded BTS
can be bypassed.

ON ON OFF OFF The E1 link of the


Level 4 cascaded BTS
can be bypassed.

OFF ON OFF OFF The E1 link of the


Level 5 cascaded BTS
can be bypassed.

UELP Board
The Universal E1/T1 Lightning Protection (UELP) is a universal E1/T1 surge protection unit.
The UELP is optionally installed in the SLPU or BBU. Each UELP provides surge protection
for four E1s/T1s.

Panel
Figure 2-5 shows the panel of the UELP.

Figure 2-5 Panel of the UELP

Port
Table 2-9 describes the ports on the panel of the UELP.

Table 2-9 Ports on the panel of the UELP

Label Connector Type Description

INSIDE DB25 E1 transfer transmission port

OUTSIDE DB26 E1 transmission port

DIP Switch
The UELP has one DIP switch, which is used to select whether the receive terminal is grounded.
The DIP switch has four bits. Figure 2-6 shows the DIP switch on the UELP.

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Figure 2-6 DIP switch on the UELP

Table 2-10 describes the DIP switch on the UELP.

Table 2-10 DIP switch on the UELP


DIP DIP Status Description
Switch
1 2 3 4

S1 ON ON ON ON Used for the 75-ohm unbalanced mode

OFF OFF OFF OFF Used for other modes except the 75-ohm
unbalanced mode

UBFA Module
This describes the Universal BBU Fan Unit Type A (UBFA) module of the BBU3900. The
UBFA controls the fan speed and detects the temperature of the fan board.

Panel
Figure 2-7 shows the panel of the UBFA.

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Figure 2-7 Panel of the UBFA

Function
The UBFA has the following functions:
l Controlling the fan speed
l Reporting the fan status to the main control board.
l Detecting the temperature of the air inlets

LED
The UBFA has only one LED, indicating the running status of the module. Table 2-11 describes
the LED and its status.

Table 2-11 LED on the UBFA

Label Color Status Description

STATE Green 0.125s ON, 0.125s The module is not


OFF registered, and no
alarm is reported.

1s ON, 1s OFF The module is


running properly.

Red OFF No alarm is reported.

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Label Color Status Description

1s ON, 1s OFF The module is


reporting alarms.

UPEU Board
This describes the Universal Power and Environment Interface Unit (UPEU) board. It is a
mandatory board of the BBU3900 that converts -48 V or +24 V DC to +12 V DC.

Panel
The UPEU is classified into the Universal Power and Environment Interface Unit Type A
(UPEA) and the Universal Power and Environment Interface Unit Type B (UPEB). The UPEA
converts -48 V DC to +12 V DC and the UPEB converts 24 V DC to 12 V DC. Figure 2-8 shows
the UPEA panel and Figure 2-9 shows the UPEB panel.

Figure 2-8 Panel of the UPEA

Figure 2-9 Panel of the UPEB

Functions
The UPEU has the following functions:
l Converting -48 V or +24 V DC to +12 V DC that is applicable to the boards
l Providing two ports with each transmitting one RS485 signal and another two ports with
each transmitting four dry contact signals
l Providing reverse connection protection for power cable connectors.

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LED
The UPEU has only one LED, indicating the running status of the board. Table 2-12 describes
the LED and its status.

Table 2-12 LED on the UPEU


Label Color Status Meaning

RUN Green ON The UPEU is


operational.

OFF Power input is


unavailable or the
board is faulty.

Port
Table 2-13 describes the ports on the UPEU.

Table 2-13 Ports on the UPEU


Label Connector Type Description

PWR 3V3 +24 V/-48 V DC power input

EXT-ALM1 RJ45 Transmitting four dry contact


alarms

EXT-ALM0 RJ45 Transmitting four dry contact


alarms

MON1 RJ45 Transmitting one RS485


environment monitoring
signal

MON0 RJ45 Transmitting one RS485


environment monitoring
signal

2.2 BBU3900 Cables


The BBU3900 cables are classified into the PGND cable, power cable, E1 cable, E1 surge
protection transfer cable, monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU, CPRI optical
cable, and BBU alarm cable.

2.2.1 BBU3900 Cable List


The BBU3900 cables consist of BBU power cable, BBU PGND cable, E1 cable, E1 surge
protection transfer cable, monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU, CPRI optical
cable, and BBU alarm cable.
2.2.2 PGND Cable

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This describes the PGND cable. The PGND cable ensures the grounding of the BBU.
2.2.3 Power Cable
This describes the power cable. Either -48 V power cable or +24 V power cable can be used,
depending on the power input.
2.2.4 E1 Cable
This describes the E1 cable. It connects the BBU3900 to the RNC and transmits baseband signals.
2.2.5 E1 Surge Protection Transfer Cable
This describes the E1 surge protection transfer cable. It connects the UELP to the main control
board.
2.2.6 Monitoring Signal Cable Between the APMI and the BBU
This describes the monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU. It transmits the
environment monitoring signals of the power cabinet to the BBU.
2.2.7 CPRI Optical Cable
This describes the CPRI optical cable. It connects the BBU to the RRU and transmits CPRI
signals between them.
2.2.8 Alarm Cable
This describes the alarm cable. It transmits alarm signals from external devices to the BBU.

2.2.1 BBU3900 Cable List


The BBU3900 cables consist of BBU power cable, BBU PGND cable, E1 cable, E1 surge
protection transfer cable, monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU, CPRI optical
cable, and BBU alarm cable.

Table 2-14 lists the BBU3900 cables.

Table 2-14 Cable list

Cable Type Factory Settings Installation Positions

BBU PGND cable Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
be connected on site. grounding bolt of the BBU.
The other end is connected to
the wiring terminal of the
PGND bar.

BBU power cable Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
be connected on site. PWR port on the UPEU.
The other end is connected to
the external power device (5
A).

E1 cable Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
be connected on site. OUTSIDE port on the UELP
or the E1/T1 port on the
GTMU.
The other end is connected to
the corresponding auxiliary
equipment.

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Cable Type Factory Settings Installation Positions

E1 surge protection Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
transfer cable be connected on site. INSIDE port on the UELP.
The other end is connected to
the E1/T1 port on the GTMU.

Monitoring signal cable Before delivery, the cable is One end is connected to the
between the APMI and the routed and one end is MON port on the UEIU or the
BBU connected to the APMI. The UPEU.
other end needs to be installed The other end is connected to
on site. the corresponding external
device.

CPRI optical cable Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
be connected on site. CPRI port on the BBU.
The other end is connected to
the CPRI port on the RRU.

BBU alarm cable Both ends of the cable should One end is connected to the
be connected on site. EXT-ALM port on the UEIU
or the UPEU.
The other end is connected to
the corresponding external
device.

2.2.2 PGND Cable


This describes the PGND cable. The PGND cable ensures the grounding of the BBU.

Appearance
The green and yellow PGND cable is a single cable with a cross-sectional area of 6 mm2. Both
ends of the cable are OT terminals. If you prepare the cable by yourself, it is recommended that
you use a copper-based cable with a minimum cross-sectional area of 6 mm2.
Figure 2-10 shows the PGND cable.

Figure 2-10 PGND cable

2.2.3 Power Cable


This describes the power cable. Either -48 V power cable or +24 V power cable can be used,
depending on the power input.

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Appearance
The power cable has a 3V3 connector at one end and bare wires at the other end. Based on the
connector of the power distribution device, appropriate terminals are added to the bare end on
site. Figure 2-11 shows the power cable by taking OT terminals at the bare end as an example.

Figure 2-11 Power cable

(1) 3V3 connector (2) OT terminal

NOTE

There are two –48 V power cables with one in blue and the other in black. The +24 V power cables have
the same appearance to the –48 V power cables, but they differ in color. The +24 V power cable are in red
and black.

Pin Assignment
The power cable is a 2-wire cable. Table 2-15 and Table 2-16 describe the pin assignment for
the wires of the power cable.

Table 2-15 Pin assignment for wires of the -48 V power cable
Pin on the 3V3 Color Description
Connector

A1 Blue -48 V

A2 - -

A3 Black GND

Table 2-16 Pin assignment for wires of the +24 V power cable
Pin on the 3V3 Connector Color Description

A1 Red +24 V

A2 - -

A3 Black GND

2.2.4 E1 Cable
This describes the E1 cable. It connects the BBU3900 to the RNC and transmits baseband signals.

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Structure
The E1 cables are of two types: 75-ohm E1 coaxial cable and 120-ohm E1 twisted pair cable.

One end of the E1 cable is a DB26 male connector. The connector at the other end of the cable
should be made on site according to site requirements. Figure 2-12 shows an E1 cable.

Figure 2-12 E1 cable

Pin Assignment
Table 2-17 and Table 2-18 describe the pin assignment for the wires of the E1 cable.

NOTE

In Table 2-17, "Tip" refers to a wire in the E1 coaxial cable, and "Ring" refers to an external conductor of
the cable.

Table 2-17 Pin assignment for the wires of the 75-ohm E1 coaxial cable

Pins of the DB26 Wire Type Coaxial Series No. Cable Label
Male Connector

X1.1 Tip 1 RX1+

X1.2 Ring RX1-

X1.3 Tip 3 RX2+

X1.4 Ring RX2-

X1.5 Tip 5 RX3+

X1.6 Ring RX3-

X1.7 Tip 7 RX4+

X1.8 Ring RX4-

X1.19 Tip 2 TX1+

X1.20 Ring TX1-

X1.21 Tip 4 TX2+

X1.22 Ring TX2-

X1.23 Tip 6 TX3+

X1.24 Ring TX3-

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Pins of the DB26 Wire Type Coaxial Series No. Cable Label
Male Connector

X1.25 Tip 8 TX4+

X1.26 Ring TX4-

Table 2-18 Pin assignment for the wires of the 120-ohm E1 twisted pair cable

Pins of the DB26 Wire Color Wire Type Cable Labels


Male Connector

X.1 Blue Twisted pair cable RX1+

X.2 White RX1-

X.3 Orange Twisted pair cable RX2+

X.4 White RX2-

X.5 Green Twisted pair cable RX3+

X.6 White RX3-

X.7 Brown Twisted pair cable RX4+

X.8 White RX4-

X.19 Gray Twisted pair cable TX1+

X.20 White TX1-

X.21 Blue Twisted pair cable TX2+

X.22 Red TX2-

X.23 Orange Twisted pair cable TX3+

X.24 Red TX3-

X.25 Green Twisted pair cable TX4+

X.26 Red TX4-

2.2.5 E1 Surge Protection Transfer Cable


This describes the E1 surge protection transfer cable. It connects the UELP to the main control
board.

Appearance
The E1 surge protection transfer cable has a DB26 male connector at one end and a DB25 male
connector at the other end, as shown in Figure 2-13.

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Figure 2-13 E1 surge protection transfer cable

(1) DB25 male (2) DB26 male

Pin Assignment
Table 2-19 describes the pin assignment for the wires of the E1 surge protection transfer cable.

Table 2-19 Pin assignment for the wires of the E1 surge protection transfer cable
Pin on the DB26 Male Wire Type Pin on the DB25 Male
Connector Connector

X1.20 Twisted pair X2.2

X1.19 X2.3

X1.4 Twisted pair X2.4

X1.3 X2.5

X1.22 Twisted pair X2.6

X1.21 X2.7

X1.6 Twisted pair X2.8

X1.5 X2.9

X1.24 Twisted pair X2.10

X1.23 X2.11

X1.8 Twisted pair X2.12

X1.7 X2.13

X1.1 Twisted pair X2.14

X1.2 X2.15

X1.25 Twisted pair X2.24

X1.26 X2.25

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2.2.6 Monitoring Signal Cable Between the APMI and the BBU
This describes the monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU. It transmits the
environment monitoring signals of the power cabinet to the BBU.

Appearance
The monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU has an RJ45 connector at one end
and four bare wires at the other end. Figure 2-14 shows the monitoring signal cable between
the APMI and the BBU.

Figure 2-14 Monitoring signal cable between the APMI and the BBU

(1) RJ45 connector

Pin Assignment
Table 2-20 describes the pin assignment for the wires of the monitoring signal cable between
the APMI and the BBU.

Table 2-20 Pin assignment for the wires of the monitoring signal cable between the APMI and
the BBU

Pin on the Color X2 to X5 Ends Description Terminal on the


RJ45 APMI
Connector

X1.1 White X2 Twisted pair TX+

X1.2 Orange X3 TX-

X1.4 Blue X4 Twisted pair RX+

X1.5 White X5 RX-

2.2.7 CPRI Optical Cable


This describes the CPRI optical cable. It connects the BBU to the RRU and transmits CPRI
signals between them.

Appearance
The CPRI optical cable is a multi-mode 2-wire cable with DLC connectors at both ends. Figure
2-15 shows the CPRI optical cable.

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Figure 2-15 CPRI optical cable

(1) DLC connector (2) Label on the fiber tail

(3) Fiber tail

Pin Assignment
Table 2-21 describes the pin assignment for the fiber tails of the CPRI optical cable.

Table 2-21 Pin assignment for the fiber tails of the CPRI optical cable

Label Color Connect to...

1A Orange RX port on the RRU

1B Gray TX port on the RRU

2A Orange TX port on the BBU

2B Gray RX port on the BBU

2.2.8 Alarm Cable


This describes the alarm cable. It transmits alarm signals from external devices to the BBU.

Appearance
The alarm cable of the BBU has an RJ45 connector at each end, as shown in Figure 2-16. One
RJ45 connector at one end, however, may be removed and an appropriate terminal may be added
according to the field requirements.

Figure 2-16 Alarm cable

(1) RJ45 connector

Pin Assignment
Table 2-22 describes the pin assignment for the wires of the alarm cable.

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Table 2-22 Pin assignment for the wires of the alarm cable

Pin on the RJ45 Pin on the RJ45 Wire Color Wire Type
Connector Connector

X1.1 X2.1 White and orange Twisted pair

X1.2 X2.2 Orange

X1.3 X2.3 White and green Twisted pair

X1.6 X2.6 Green

X1.5 X2.5 White and blue Twisted pair

X1.4 X2.4 Blue

X1.7 X2.7 White and brown Twisted pair

X1.8 X2.8 Brown

2.3 BBU3900 Auxiliary Equipment


The BBU3900 auxiliary equipment consists of the APM30 and the DCDU-03B. You can choose
one or more types of auxiliary equipment when installing the BBU3900.

2.3.1 APM30
The advanced power module 30 (APM30) is an integrated backup power system, which can be
installed outdoors. The APM30 consists of the power cabinet, battery cabinet, and transmission
cabinet. The power cabinet provides the DBS with power distribution, surge protection, and
backup power for a short period. It also provides space for installing the transmission equipment.
The battery cabinet supplies backup power to the DBS for a long period. The transmission cabinet
provides 11 U space for installing the transmission equipment.
2.3.2 DCDU-03B
As an auxiliary device of the distributed BTS, the DCDU-03B provides the DC power solution
to meet the requirement of rapid network deployment.

2.3.1 APM30
The advanced power module 30 (APM30) is an integrated backup power system, which can be
installed outdoors. The APM30 consists of the power cabinet, battery cabinet, and transmission
cabinet. The power cabinet provides the DBS with power distribution, surge protection, and
backup power for a short period. It also provides space for installing the transmission equipment.
The battery cabinet supplies backup power to the DBS for a long period. The transmission cabinet
provides 11 U space for installing the transmission equipment.

Power Cabinet
The power cabinet provides the DBS and mini BTSs with –48 V DC power and backup power
for a short period, and provides space for installing the transmission equipment. It also performs
functions such as battery management and monitoring, and surge protection.

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l Maximum DC power output: –48 V/90 A


l Backup power for a short period: batteries of –48 V (24 Ah)
l Space for user equipment: 5 U

Battery Cabinet
The battery cabinet is optional. It supplies backup power to the equipment for a long time in
certain situations. The battery cabinet supports -48 V (50 Ah) or -48 V (92 Ah) built-in battery
groups. A maximum volume of -48 V (184 Ah) can be realized through parallel connection.

Transmission Cabinet
The transmission cabinet, which is optional, provides 11 U space for installing the user
equipment. If a heater is installed in the 1 U space at the transmission cabinet, the transmission
cabinet provides 10 U space for installing the user equipment.
For detailed structure and functions of the APM30, refer to the APM 30 User Guide.

2.3.2 DCDU-03B
As an auxiliary device of the distributed BTS, the DCDU-03B provides the DC power solution
to meet the requirement of rapid network deployment.

Appearance
Figure 2-17 shows the DCDU-03B.

Figure 2-17 DCDU-03B

Ports
Figure 2-18 shows the ports on the DCDU-03B panel.

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Figure 2-18 Ports on the DCDU-03B panel

LOAD0 LOAD1 LOAD2 LOAD3 LOAD4 LOAD5 LOAD6 LOAD7 LOAD8

PGND RTN(+)NEG(-)
SW0 SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8
ALM
NEG(-)
ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
INPUT
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
RTN(+)

Table 2-23 describes the ports on the DCDU-03B panel.

Table 2-23 Parameters for the ports on the DCDU-03B panel


Parameter Specification Standar Remarks
d Cross-
Sectiona
l Area
(mm2)

DC input Supports M6 2-hole OT 16 Supports input power cables


terminal terminal. ranging from 6 mm2 to 25 mm2.

DC output LOADO-LOAD8 2.5 l Three rows of wiring terminals


terminal (from left to right) for output: NEG(-), RTN(+), and
LOAD0-LOAD5 PGND, where, the last three
provide 20 A DC output wiring terminals of the PGND
and LOAD6-LOAD8 support the grounding of M4 2-
provide 12 A DC hole OT terminal.
output. l Supports a maximum of 6 mm2
output power cable.

Surge Supports 2-PIN cord - 2-PIN cord end terminal regardless


protection end terminal. of polarity.
alarm wiring
terminal

Function
The DCDU-03B is applied for indoor DC power distribution. It can be installed in the 19-inch
space or on the wall. All the cables are routed from the front panel. The primary functions are
as follows:

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l Supporting the –48 V DC power input (voltage ranging from –38.4 V DC to –57 V DC)
l Providing nine -48 V DC power outputs for boards and modules in the cabinet
l Providing surge protection of 10 kA in differential mode and 15 kA in common mode, and
providing dry contact for surge protection failure

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3 Maintaining BBU3900 Hardware

About This Chapter

After the site is put into use, routine maintenance on the BBU is required to ensure that it runs
properly in the long term.

3.1 Maintenance Items of the BBU


The maintenance items consist of the checking of fans, equipment surface, equipment cleanness,
and LEDs.
3.2 Powering On and Powering Off the BBU
This describes how to power on and power off the BBU. When powering on the BBU, you should
check the status of the LEDs on the BBU. When powering off the BBU, you can perform normal
power-off or emergency power-off operation based on the actual situations.
3.3 Replacing the BBU Parts
This describes how to replace the faulty UBFU, UPEU, UEIU, GTMU, UELP, and optical
module.

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3.1 Maintenance Items of the BBU


The maintenance items consist of the checking of fans, equipment surface, equipment cleanness,
and LEDs.

Maintenance Items of the Equipment


Table 3-1 lists the maintenance items associated with the BBU.

Table 3-1 Maintenance items associated with the BBU


Item Interval Operation Instructions Reference Standard

Checking the Weekly, Check the fans. Alarms related to the fans
fans monthly, or are not present.
quarterly

Checking the Monthly or Check whether there are None.


equipment quarterly dents, cracks, holes, or
surface corrosion on the surface of
the equipment and whether
the cabinet label is legible.

Checking the Monthly or Check whether the The surface of the


equipment quarterly equipment is clean. equipment is clean and no
cleanness dust is accumulated inside
the cabinet.

Checking the Monthly or Check whether the For details about the status
LEDs quarterly equipment operates of the LEDs, refer to 2.1.2
normally by observing the Boards and Module of
LEDs on the equipment. the BBU3900.

3.2 Powering On and Powering Off the BBU


This describes how to power on and power off the BBU. When powering on the BBU, you should
check the status of the LEDs on the BBU. When powering off the BBU, you can perform normal
power-off or emergency power-off operation based on the actual situations.

3.2.1 Powering On the BBU


Before powering on the BBU, set the power switch on the BBU to ON and determine the
operation status of the BBU based on the status of the LEDs.
3.2.2 Powering Off the BBU
The BBU power-off is classified into normal power-off and emergency power-off.

3.2.1 Powering On the BBU


Before powering on the BBU, set the power switch on the BBU to ON and determine the
operation status of the BBU based on the status of the LEDs.

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Prerequisite
l The hardware and cables of the BBU are installed.
l The voltage of the external input power ranges from –38.4 V DC to –57 V DC.

Procedure
Step 1 Power on the BBU by setting its power switch to ON.
Step 2 Check the status of the three LEDs on the BBU panel, namely RUN, ALM, and ACT, and then
proceed with the subsequent operations based on the status of the LEDs.
If... Then...

l The RUN LED is on, The board operates normally. Go to Step 3.


l The ALM LED is on for 1s.
l The ACT LED is on for 1s.

l The RUN LED is on, The board does not work properly. Rectify the
l The ALM LED is on, faults in the following manner:
l Verify that the power cable is securely
l The ACT LED is on,
connected.
l Reset the board.
l Remove the board and check whether there
are damaged pins. If there are damaged
pins, replace the board. If there are no
damaged pins, reinstall the board.
Check the LEDs. If the states of the LEDs are
normal, go to Step 3. If the states of the LEDs
are not normal, contact Huawei Technical
Support.

Step 3 View the status of the other LEDs on the BBU panel.
Step 4 Take corresponding actions based on the LED status.
If... Then...

The BBU runs normally, The power-on operation is complete.

The BBU is faulty, Rectify the fault, and then go to Step 1.

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3.2.2 Powering Off the BBU


The BBU power-off is classified into normal power-off and emergency power-off.

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Procedure
Step 1 Choose normal power-off or emergency power-off based on the actual situation.

If... Then...

The BBU is powered off in the case of an Go to Step 2 to perform the normal power-
equipment swap or a foreseeable regional off.
blackout,

The BBU incurs electric spark, smog, water Go to Step 3 to perform the emergency
immersion, and so on, power-off.

Step 2 To perform the normal power-off, do as follows:


1. Set the power switch of the BBU to OFF.
2. Set the MCB on the PDU that corresponds to the BBU to OFF.
3. Set the MCB on the external power device that corresponds to the BBU to OFF.

Step 3 Set the MCB on the external power device that corresponds to the BBU to OFF. If time allows,
set the power switch of the BBU to OFF , and then set the MCB on the PDU that corresponds
to the BBU to OFF.

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3.3 Replacing the BBU Parts


This describes how to replace the faulty UBFU, UPEU, UEIU, GTMU, UELP, and optical
module.

3.3.1 Replacing the UBFU


The UBFU is the fan module in the BBU. It works with the air inlet box in the cabinet to form
a ventilation path. During the replacement of the UBFU, the heat generated by the BBU might
not be properly ventilated and, with the increase of the temperature, an overtemperature alarm
might be triggered. The services, however, are not affected.
3.3.2 Replacing a UPEU
The UPEU is the power module of the BBU and provides power for the boards in the BBU. The
UPEU supports the –48 V DC input. During the replacement of the UPEU, the BBU is powered
off and the ongoing-services are disrupted.
3.3.3 Replacing the UEIU
The Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) is used to transmit the monitoring signals of
the service boards in the BBU. During the replacement of the UEIU, the external devices cannot
be monitored.
3.3.4 Replacing the GTMU
As the basic transmission and control entity of the BBU, the GTMU controls and manages the
entire BTS. It provides the interfaces associated with reference clock, power supply, OM, and
external alarm collection. During the replacement of the GTMU, the services carried by the BTS
are disrupted.
3.3.5 Replacing the UELP

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The UELP is used for E1/T1 surge protection of the BBU. Each UELP provides surge protection
for four E1/T1 signals. The UELP replacement interrupts the E1/T1 links. Thus, the ongoing
BTS services are disrupted.
3.3.6 Replacing the Optical Module
The optical module provides the electrical-optical interface for the optical transmission between
the BBU and other devices. During the replacement of the optical module, the optical cable is
removed. Thus, the CPRI signal transmission is disrupted.

3.3.1 Replacing the UBFU


The UBFU is the fan module in the BBU. It works with the air inlet box in the cabinet to form
a ventilation path. During the replacement of the UBFU, the heat generated by the BBU might
not be properly ventilated and, with the increase of the temperature, an overtemperature alarm
might be triggered. The services, however, are not affected.

Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty UBFUs are determined, and new UBFUs are available.
l The installation positions of the faulty UBFUs are recorded.

Context
It takes about three minutes to replace a UBFU. The duration of the replacement involves the
removal of the faulty UBFU, the installation of the new UBFU, and the time required for the
operation of the UBFU.

Procedure
Step 1 Loosen the screws on the panel of the UBFU, as shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1 Loosening the screws

Step 2 Remove the faulty UBFU from the slot.

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Step 3 Slide the new UBFU into the slot of the faulty UBFU.
Step 4 Fasten the screws on the panel of the new UBFU.
Step 5 Check the STATE LED on the panel of the module and take actions accordingly.
If... Then...

The green STATE LED blinks slowly (on for On the Board Management window of the
1 second and off for 1 second). Site Maintenance Terminal System, check
whether the UBFU runs normally, as shown
in Figure 3-2.

The green STATE LED does not blink Power off the BBU, and then remove the
slowly (on for 1 second and off for 1 second). board. Check whether there is a damaged pin.
If there is no damaged pin, reinstall the board,
and then check whether the board runs
normally. If there is a damaged pin, replace
the board.

Figure 3-2 Checking whether the UBFU runs normally

If... Then...

The UBFU icon is displayed white, The board runs properly. Then, go to the next
step.

The UBFU icon is displayed in other color, The board runs improperly. Reinstall the
board.

Step 6 On the Board Management window of the Site Maintenance Terminal System, right-click the
board to be queried, and choose Board Warning from the shortcut menu, as shown in Figure
3-3.

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Figure 3-3 Querying UBFU alarms

If... Then...

Alarms are not present, The replacement is successful.

Alarms are present, Rectify the fault as recommended.

NOTE

The alarms associated with the fans are the overtemperature alarm, undertemperature alarm, block alarm,
and communication alarm.

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Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty UBFU.

3.3.2 Replacing a UPEU


The UPEU is the power module of the BBU and provides power for the boards in the BBU. The
UPEU supports the –48 V DC input. During the replacement of the UPEU, the BBU is powered
off and the ongoing-services are disrupted.

Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty UPEUs are obtained, and new UPEUs are available.
l The installation positions of the faulty UPEUs and the interconnection relations of the
cables on the UPEU panels are recorded.
l The required tools and materials such as an ESD wrist strap/ESD gloves and an ESD box/
ESD bag are kept ready.

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Context
It takes about 10 minutes to replace the board. The duration of the replacement involves the
removal of the cables and the faulty UPEU, the installation of the new UPEU and the cables,
and the time elapsed for the operation of the UPEU.

CAUTION
Take correct ESD prevention measures, such as wearing an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to
avoid static damage to boards, modules, and electronic components.

Procedure
Step 1 Power off the BBU by referring to 3.2.2 Powering Off the BBU.

Step 2 Remove the cables from the panel of the faulty UPEU.

Step 3 Loosen the screws on the panel of the UPEU, as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4 Loosening the screws

UPEU EXT-ALM1 EXT-ALM0 MON1 MON0

PWR

RUN

Step 4 Remove the faulty UPEU from the slot.

Step 5 Put the faulty UPEU into the ESD bag.

Step 6 Slide the new UPEU into the slot of the faulty UPEU.

Step 7 Fasten the screws on the panel of the new UPEU.

Step 8 Install the cables on the panel of the new board according to the recorded installation positions.

Step 9 Power on the BBU by referring to 3.2.1 Powering On the BBU.

Step 10 Check the RUN LED on the panel of the new UPEU and take action accordingly.

If... Then...

The RUN LED is on On the Board Management window of the


Site Maintenance Terminal System, check
whether the UPEU runs normally, as shown
in Figure 3-5.

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If... Then...

The RUN LED is off Take the following measures to rectify the
fault:
l Verify that the power switch is set to ON.
l Power off the BBU and check whether the
power cable is securely connected.
l Power OFFthe BBU, and then remove the
board. Check whether there are damaged
pins. If there are no damaged pins, reinstall
the board. If there is a damaged pin, replace
the board.
Power on the BBU and check whether the
LEDs blink normally.

Figure 3-5 Checking whether the UPEU runs properly

If... Then...

The UPEU icon is displayed white The board runs properly. Go to the next step.

The UPEU icon is displayed in other color, The board runs improperly. Reinstall the
board.

Step 11 On the Board Management window of the Site Maintenance Terminal System, right-click the
board to be queried, and choose Board Warning from the shortcut menu, as shown in Figure
3-6.

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Figure 3-6 Querying the alarm information of the UPEU

If... Then...

Alarms are not present The replacement is successful.

Alarms are present Rectify the fault as recommended.

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Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty UPEU.

3.3.3 Replacing the UEIU


The Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) is used to transmit the monitoring signals of
the service boards in the BBU. During the replacement of the UEIU, the external devices cannot
be monitored.

Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty UEIUs are determined, and new UEIUs are available.
l The installation positions of the faulty UEIUs and the interconnection relations of the cables
on the UEIU panels are recorded.
l The required tools and materials such as ESD wrist strap/ESD gloves and ESD box/ESD
bag are kept ready.

Context
This board is hot swappable.

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It takes about 5 minutes to replace the board. The duration of the replacement involves the
removal of the cables and the faulty UEIU, the installation of the new UEIU and the cables, and
the time elapsed for the operation of the UEIU.

CAUTION
Take correct ESD prevention measures, such as wearing an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to
avoid static damage to boards, modules, and electronic components.

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the cables from the panel of the faulty UEIU.

Step 2 Loosen the screws on the panel of the UEIU, as shown in Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7 Loosening the screws


UEIU EXT-ALM1 EXT-ALMO MON1 MONO

Step 3 Remove the faulty UEIU from the slot.

Step 4 Put the faulty UEIU into an ESD bag.

Step 5 Slide the new UEIU into the slot of the faulty UEIU.

Step 6 Fasten the screws on the panel of the new board.

Step 7 Install the cables on the panel of the new board according to the recorded installation positions.

----End

Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty UEIU.

3.3.4 Replacing the GTMU


As the basic transmission and control entity of the BBU, the GTMU controls and manages the
entire BTS. It provides the interfaces associated with reference clock, power supply, OM, and
external alarm collection. During the replacement of the GTMU, the services carried by the BTS
are disrupted.

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Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty GTMUs are determined, and new GTMUs are available.
l The installation positions of the faulty GTMUs and the interconnection relations for the
cables on the GTMU panels are recorded.
l The required tools and materials such as ESD wrist strap/ESD gloves and ESD box/ESD
bag are available.

Context
This board is hot swappable.

It takes about 15 minutes to replace the board. The duration of the replacement involves the
removal of the cables and the faulty board, the installation of the new board and the cables, and
the time required for the operation of the board.

CAUTION
Take correct ESD prevention measures, such as wearing an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to
avoid static damage to boards, modules, and electronic components.

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the cables from the panel of the faulty GTMU.

Step 2 Loosen the screws on the panel of the GTMU, as shown in Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8 Loosening the screws


GTMU CPRI0 CPRI2 CPRI4
1 2 3 4 5
TX0 RX0 TX1 RX1 TX2 RX2 TX3 RX3 TX4 RX4 TX5 RX5 LIU0 LIU2

LIU1 LIU3
CPRI1 CPRI3 CPRI5
TX RX RUN
ALM
ACT
E1/T1 RST
ETH FE0 FE1 USB TST

Step 3 Remove the faulty GTMU from the slot.

Step 4 Put the faulty GTMU into an ESD bag.

Step 5 Slide the new GTMU into the slot of the faulty GTMU.

Step 6 Fasten the screws on the panel of the new GTMU.

Step 7 Install the cables on the panel of the new GTMU according to the recorded installation positions.

Step 8 Check the LEDs on the panel of the new board.

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If... Then...

The RUN LED is on, and the ALM and On the Board Management window of the Site
ACT LEDs are off, Maintenance Terminal System, check whether the
GTMU runs normally, as shown in Figure 3-9.

The RUN, ALM, or ACT LED is in Power off the BBU, and then remove the GTMU.
other state, Check whether there is a damaged pin. If there is
no damaged pin, reinstall the board, and then check
whether the board runs normally. If there is a
damaged pin, replace the board.

Figure 3-9 Checking whether the GTMU runs properly

If... Then...

The GTMU icon is displayed green, The board runs properly. Then, go to the next
step.

The GTMU icon is displayed in other color, The board runs improperly. Reinstall the
board.

Step 9 On the Board Management window of the Site Maintenance Terminal System, right-click the
GTMU to be queried, and choose Board Information from the shortcut menu. Check whether
the software version of the GTMU matches the software version of the BTS, as shown in Figure
3-10.

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Figure 3-10 Querying the software version of the GTMU

If... Then...

The software version of the GTMU matches Go to the next step.


the current BTS software version,

The software version of the GTMU does not Load and activate the software.
match the current BTS software version,

Step 10 On the Board Management window of the Site Maintenance Terminal System, right-click the
board to be queried, and choose Board Warning from the shortcut menu, as shown in Figure
3-11.

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Figure 3-11 Querying GTMU alarms

If... Then...

Alarms are not present, The replacement is successful.

Alarms are present, Rectify the fault as recommended.

Step 11 Check whether the board can process the services. Perform dialing tests after the board
replacement. If the board before the replacement supports PS services, check whether the board
after the replacement can process the PS services, such as web browsing, to ensure that the board
can provide services properly.

----End

Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty GTMU.

3.3.5 Replacing the UELP


The UELP is used for E1/T1 surge protection of the BBU. Each UELP provides surge protection
for four E1/T1 signals. The UELP replacement interrupts the E1/T1 links. Thus, the ongoing
BTS services are disrupted.

Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty UELPs are determined, and new UELPs are kept ready.
l The installation positions of the UELP and the interconnection relations of the cables on
the UELP panel are recorded.
l The required tools and materials such as ESD wrist strap/ESD gloves and ESD box/ESD
bag are kept ready.

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Context
It takes about two minutes to replace the board. The duration of the replacement involves the
removal of the cables and the faulty board, the installation of the new board and the cables, and
the time required for the operation of the board.

CAUTION
Take correct ESD prevention measures, such as wearing an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to
avoid static damage to boards, modules, and electronic components.

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the cables from the panel of the faulty UELP.

Step 2 Loosen the screws on the panel of the UELP, as shown in Figure 3-12.

Figure 3-12 Loosening the screws


UELP

INSIDE OUTSIDE

Step 3 Remove the faulty UELP from the slot.

Step 4 Slide the new UELP into the slot of the faulty UELP.

Step 5 Fasten the screws on the panel of the new UELP.

Step 6 Install the cables on the panel of the new UELP according to the recorded installation positions.

Step 7 Perform the dialing test to verify that the services are resumed.

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Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty UELP.

3.3.6 Replacing the Optical Module


The optical module provides the electrical-optical interface for the optical transmission between
the BBU and other devices. During the replacement of the optical module, the optical cable is
removed. Thus, the CPRI signal transmission is disrupted.

Prerequisite
l The number and types of faulty optical modules are determined, and new optical modules
are available.
l The installation positions of the faulty optical modules and optical cables are recorded. The
interconnection relations for the optical cables are also recorded.

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l The required tools and materials such as ESD wrist strap/ESD gloves and ESD box/ESD
bag are kept ready.

Context
The optical module can be installed in the CPRI0-CPRI5 ports on the GTMU.
The optical module is hot swappable.
It takes about five minutes to replace the optical module of the BBU. The duration of the
replacement involves the removal of the optical cable and the faulty optical module, the
installation of the new optical module, the connection of the optical cable to the optical module,
and the time elapsed for the restoration of the CPRI links.

CAUTION
l You must take proper ESD prevention measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or
a pair of ESD gloves to prevent the boards, modules, or electrical components from being
damaged by static electricity generated by your body.
l Do not look into the optical module after removing the optical cable from the optical
module.

Procedure
Step 1 Press the bulge on the optical cable connector, and then remove the connector from the faulty
optical module.
Step 2 Turn the puller on the faulty optical module outwards, and then pull out the optical module from
the slot and so from the BBU.
Step 3 Install the new optical module into the BBU.
Step 4 Remove the dustproof caps from the optical connector and from the optical module, and then
insert the connector into the new module.
Step 5 On the Board Management window of the Site Maintenance Terminal System, double-click
the GTMU. On the displayed Topology Management window, check whether the transmission
of CPRI signals is resumed by viewing the status of the RRU to which the replaced optical cable
is connected, as shown in Figure 3-13.

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Figure 3-13 Checking whether the CPRI signal transmission is resumed

If... Then...

The RRU module icon is displayed green, The CPRI signal transmission is resumed.
The replacement of the optical cable is
successful.

The RRU module icon is not displayed green, The CPRI signal transmission is abnormal.
Check whether the connection of the optical
cable is secured.

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Postrequisite
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty optical module.

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