LMU Version 3 Installation and Maintenance Manual

Geometrix
Location Measurement Unit

Version 3
Installation and
Maintenance Manual
II-100789-EN
DISCLAIMER:
This document has been developed by Andrew Corporation, and is intended for the use of its
customers and customer support personnel. The information in this document is subject to
change without notice. While every effort has been made to eliminate errors, Andrew Corporation
disclaims liability for any difficulties arising from the interpretation of the information contained
herein. The information contained herein does not claim to cover all details or variations in
equipment, nor to provide for every possible incident to be met in connection with installation,
operation, or maintenance. Should further information be desired, or should particular problems
arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchasers purposes, contact Andrew
Corporation, Ashburn, Virginia 20147.
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Other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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Table of Contents
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................. VII
Safety Warnings ..................................................................................................................................vii
Technical Support Options .............................................................................................................. viii
Revision History................................................................................................................................ viii
CHAPTER 1 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................... 1
1.1
LMU Technical Description ....................................................................................................... 1
1.2
GPS Antenna ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.3
AOA Installations....................................................................................................................... 5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................... 7

2.1
Pre-Planning ............................................................................................................................. 7
2.2
Rack Mounting .......................................................................................................................... 8
2.3
Ground Cabling ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4
Power Cabling........................................................................................................................... 9
2.5
GCS Cabling ........................................................................................................................... 11
2.6
Alarm Cabling (optional) ......................................................................................................... 12
2.7
GPS Cabling ........................................................................................................................... 13
2.8
Antenna Cabling...................................................................................................................... 13
2.9
GSM BCCH Antenna Cabling (GSM only).............................................................................. 18
2.10
GCS T1/E1 Port Setup............................................................................................................ 18
2.11
Diagnostics & Verification ....................................................................................................... 23
CHAPTER 3 REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................ 39

3.1
LMU Replacement Procedure................................................................................................. 39
3.2
Verification .............................................................................................................................. 39
3.3
Defective Unit Disposition ....................................................................................................... 40
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 41

4.1
Fan Care ................................................................................................................................. 41
4.2
Cable Inspection ..................................................................................................................... 41
APPENDIX A AOA RFDU AND ANTENNA SWITCH ..................................................................... 43

APPENDIX B AOA ANTENNAS...................................................................................................... 45
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS.................................................................................................................. 49
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1 V3 LMU Base Station Connections...................................................................................... 2
Figure 1-2 V3 LMU Front Panel............................................................................................................. 2
Figure 1-3 Two Channel V3 LMU (LMU2) - Rear Panel......................................................................... 3
Figure 1-4 Four Channel V3 LMU (LMU4) - Rear Panel ....................................................................... 3
Figure 1-5 GPS Antenna Splitter ........................................................................................................... 5
Figure 2-1 V3 LMU with Front Mount Brackets ..................................................................................... 9
Figure 2-2 RFDU Power Connector Pin-out........................................................................................ 10
Figure 2-3 OPTION Connector Pinout ................................................................................................ 12
Figure 2-4 TDOA2 LMU Cabling Diagram Single Antenna System ................................................. 14
Figure 2-5 TDOA2 LMU Cabling Diagram Dual Antenna Systems.................................................. 15
Figure 2-6 TDOA4 LMU Cabling Diagram - Single Antenna System.................................................. 15
Figure 2-7 TDOA4 LMU Cabling Diagram - Dual Antenna Systems................................................... 16
Figure 2-8 AOA Cabling Diagram - One AOA Panel........................................................................... 17
Figure 2-9 AOA Cabling Diagram - Multiple AOA Panels ................................................................... 17
Figure 2-10 Mixed TDOA-AOA Multi Sector Cable Diagram .............................................................. 18
Figure 2-11 Noise Source, TDOA Site ................................................................................................ 26
Figure 2-12 Noise Source, AOA Site................................................................................................... 27
Figure 2-13 LMU V.35 Loopback Plug ................................................................................................ 34
Figure 2-14 LMU T1/E1 Loopback Plug .............................................................................................. 38
Figure A-1 RFDU with External Antenna Switch - Front View ............................................................ 43
Figure A-2 RFDU with External Antenna Switch - Rear View ............................................................. 44
Figure B-1 AOA Antenna Panel (Front)............................................................................................... 45
Figure B-2 AOA Antenna Panel (Rear) ............................................................................................... 46
Figure B-3 AOA Antenna Connections................................................................................................ 47
List of Tables
Table 1-1 LMU LED Indicators .............................................................................................................. 3
Table 1-2 Rear Panel Displays and Connectors .................................................................................... 3
Table 1-3 V3 LMU Specifications .......................................................................................................... 4
Table 2-1 T1/E1 Cable Pin Assignments (RJ48C per T1.403) ............................................................ 11
Table 2-2 V.35 Cable Pin Assignments............................................................................................... 11
Table 2-3 V3 LMU Antenna Cabling.................................................................................................... 14
Table 2-4 GCS T1/E1 Port Configuration Options ............................................................................... 23
Table 2-5 Description of Status Fields ................................................................................................ 30
Table A-1 RFDU Specifications........................................................................................................... 44
Table B-1 AOA Antenna Specifications................................................................................................ 46
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About This Document

This manual provides installation and maintenance information for the Geometrix Location
Measurement Unit (LMU). This is intended for use by base station service personnel responsible
for LMU installation and maintenance. Chapter 1 describes the LMU equipment and the interface
to the host base station. Chapter 2 provides procedures for a new LMU installation. Chapter 3
details procedures for replacement of previously installed LMU equipment. Chapter 4 describes
LMU preventive maintenance.
Reference documentation includes:
Geometrix System Overview,
Part No. MN-GEO-OV-01
Geolocation Control System Installation and Maintenance Manual,
Part No. MN-GEO-IM-02
Network Management User Guide,
Part No. MN-GEO-UG-01
Alarm Interface Definition Document,
Part No. MN-GEO-TP-01
1. This document only applies to the Version 3 LMU. Users of the Version 2 LMU should
refer to MN-GEO-IM-01.
Safety Warnings
CAUTION There exists a risk of personal injury and equipment damage when handling
this equipment. Read and follow instructions in this manual.
CAUTION Hazardous voltage may be present. To reduce the risk of electric shock
and danger to personal health, follow instructions in this manual.
CAUTION - Protect from electrostatic discharge damage when handling the unit prior to
ground connection. Wear a grounded electrostatic protection wrist strap when handling.
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Technical Support Options

Email:
support@geometrix911.com
Website:
www.geometrix911.com
Technical Support:
1-877-436-3911 (1-877-GEO-E911 (N. America)

or +1-703-726-5910 (Worldwide)
Sales & Marketing:
(703) 726-5900
FAX:
(703) 726-5600
Mailing Address:
Andrew Corporation
19700 Janelia Farm Blvd.
Ashburn, VA 20147 USA
Revision History
Revision History
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Number
Version
Date
II-100789-EN
09/23/05
Changes
Issued to reflect changes from
WLS to LMU.
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Equipment Description
Chapter 1 Equipment Description

This chapter presents a general description of the Version 3 (V3) LMU and associated
equipment.
1.1 LMU Technical Description

The Location Measurement Unit (LMU) is a digital receiver unit that makes measurements on a
mobile uplink RF signal in order to aid in a location computation. Multiple LMU units work
together as coordinated by the Geolocation Control System (GCS) to locate a mobile.
V3 LMU units are available in two basic models with multiple options: 2-channel and 4-channel..
Two channel LMUs are used for 2-antenna input Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) processing.
This is the most common unit installed. Four channel units are used for Angle of Arrival (AOA)
processing. Additional options include European frequency bands and CDMA processing
capability. All units are GSM capable and include Wide Range ( 24/48 VDC) power supplies.
Note:
The 4-channel TDOA version is not currently offered, but may be added in the future
depending on customer requirements.
V3 LMU model numbers are designated as follows:
LMU2- PEM
Channel Options:
2 = 2 Channel
4 = 4 Channel
GeoProxy Option:
P = Private Label Version,
Blank = Standard Version
Frequency Band Options:
E = 900/1800 MHz (European) Bands;
Blank = 850/1900 (North American) Bands
CDMA Options:
M = CDMA Mezzanine Installed
Blank = No CDMA
The V3 LMU is typically installed in an existing base station. It mounts in a base station 19 or
23 rack, and connects to the base station power, receive antenna system, MSC communications
(via CSU/DSU or provisioned E1 DS0) and alarm systems. A GPS antenna is required for LMU
time synchronization and a BCCH sense antenna for GSM frame synchronization. AOA LMUs
require the installation of separate receive antennas, switches and associated RF conditioning
hardware. Figure 1-1 illustrates typical V3 LMU base station connections.
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1800/1900 MHz Receive

Antennas
850/900 MHz Receive

Antennas
GSM
BCCH
Antenna
BTS
Multicoupler
BTS
Multicoupler
BTS GPS Antenna
GPS Splitter (optional)

(LMU DC blocked)
6
To BTS GPS
(DC pass)
To GCS
(T1/E1 or V.35
Dry Contact Alarm

(optional)
24/-48v DC
from breaker
panel
Figure 1-1 V3 LMU Base Station Connections

For modular-cell, micro-cell, or outdoor shelter installations, a self-contained environmentally
protected enclosure is available. The outdoor enclosure is designed for flexible mounting options
including on top of an existing enclosure, the side of a shelter, or to an existing pole.
The two-channel V3 LMU incorporates 12 dual-band RF input ports and an internal switching
matrix, making the use of an external band combiner at co-located dual-band installations (e.g.
PCS overlay) unnecessary. Dual band combiners at existing installations may continue to be
used with the V3 LMU.
The four-channel V3 LMU has 4 dual-band RF ports and employs an external switching matrix to
select the appropriate antenna combinations for AOA or TDOA processing.
The LMU front panel is shown in Figure 1-2 below, and Table 1-1 identifies the front panel LED
indicators.
Figure 1-2 V3 LMU Front Panel

In addition to the LED indicators, an RS-232 connector is provided for GCS port configuration and
local diagnostics (duplicating the rear panel RS-232 connector), as well as an access panel for
Andrew factory test..
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Table 1-1 LMU LED Indicators

POWER (Green)
Unit is powered up
ONLINE (Green)
Indicates connection established to GCS
ACTIVE (Green)
Illuminated when performing location processing
ALARM (Red)
Indicates a unit hardware failure
Figure 1-3 and Figure 1-4 illustrate the two and four channel V3 LMU rear panels respectively,
while Table 1-2 identifies rear panel displays and connectors. Environmental and power
specifications are shown in Table 1-3.
Figure 1-3 Two Channel V3 LMU (LMU2) - Rear Panel
Figure 1-4 Four Channel V3 LMU (LMU4) - Rear Panel

Table 1-2 Rear Panel Displays and Connectors
Item (Left to Right)
Description / Remarks
Power Switch
Illuminated
24 - 48 VDC Power
Chassis ground post
Terminal Block
Ground stud
Status LEDs (4)
(Duplicate front panel LEDs)
1 PPS output
RJ45
GPS Antenna connector

GCS (T1/E1) connector
QMA (f)
RJ48C
RS-232 test port

Antenna control connectors
DB-9 (m)
DB-9 (f)
Option (Alarm) connector
Mini-DIN 8 (f)
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Ethernet test port
RJ45
GCS (V.35) connector
DB-25 (m)
Cal Source Connector (LMU4 only)
QMA (f)
Antenna and BCCH sense connectors
QMA (f)
1) The V3 LMU is not certified to connect directly to the TNV network.

2) Ethernet and RS-232 test port connections are for installation and configuration purposes only and should
be left unconnected during normal operation.
The LMU is shipped with system software pre-installed on the internal solid-state disk.
Configuration data and software upgrades are automatically downloaded from the GCS at
installation. The LMU maintains up-to-date software in coordination with the GCS automatically.
Other than the GCS connection configuration (Section 2.10), no on-site software installation or
configuration is required.
Table 1-3 V3 LMU Specifications

Storage Temperature
-30 to +70 C
Operating Temperature
-10 to 55 C The unit will power up at -30C

ambient and require a 15-minute warm-up
period to reach full performance.
Relative Humidity (Operating and Storage)
5 to 95% non-condensing
Operating Altitude
Sea level to 3000 meters
Storage Altitude
Sea level to 10000 meters
Dimensions
19 and 23 Rack Mounting

All models: 12D x 16.9W x 1.75H (1U)
(305 x 430 x 45 mm)
Weight (fully configured)
12 lbs / 5.5 Kg
24VDC _ 48VDC
2,.5A
1.25A
FCC Part 15 B
UL 60950
CE
Power Requirements:
Regulatory Compliance
Screw terminal block input
1.2 GPS Antenna

In base stations where a GPS antenna does not exist or is not available, a new GPS antenna
must be installed. The V3 LMU can provide up to 100 mA of +5 VDC power to the antenna port
for powering an active antenna.
If the site has an existing GPS antenna (e.g. CDMA site) a GPS splitter is installed. The splitter
passes DC from the base station GPS receiver to the base station GPS antenna as normal. DC
power from the LMU is blocked at the splitter.
Figure 1-5 shows a typical GPS antenna splitter.
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Figure 1-5 GPS Antenna Splitter
1.3 AOA Installations

AOA installations require panel antennas separate from the normal receive antennas, and thus
require their own preamps and signal conditioning. The RFDU (Radio Frequency Distribution
Unit) is a set of four filter amplifiers designed to support AOA installations. See Section 2.8.2,
and Appendix B AOA Antennas for details.
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Chapter 2 Installation
This chapter details the step-by-step procedures for installation of a new V3 LMU unit.
Procedures should be followed in the order presented.
2.1 Pre-Planning
Prior to beginning an installation, the following base station items should be in place:
19 or 23 Rack Space 1.75 (1U) of vertical space for the V3 LMU. For AOA
installations an additional 7 (4U) is required for the RFDU and 1.75 (1U) for the Antenna
Switch or Tower Mounted Switch controller unit as applicable.
24 VDC or -48 VDC Power One dedicated circuit breaker or fuse (5 Amp minimum)
tagged for the LMU equipment. For AOA installations, an additional 5 Amp breaker/fuse
is required for the RFDU (24 VDC only). Andrew Corporation outdoor enclosures require
a separate 20A breaker/fuse.
GCS Communications Port One V.35 CSU/DSU port or one T1/E1 RJ48C connection
via the BTS, provisioned and actively cross-connected to the GCS. One full-time 56k/64k
DS0 connection, provisioned from the LMU to the GCS is required.
Multi-coupler ports (TDOA only) One receive multi-coupler port per receive diversity
antenna (e.g. total of six ports for a single band three sector diversity antenna site). The
receive port shall have net signal gain at the LMU input of between +10dB and +15dB.
The maximum signal input to the LMU is 0dBm. For a dual-band site, multi-coupler ports
for each receive antenna on each BTS multi-coupler (i.e. cellular and PCS) are required.
For sites employing single diversity antennas, unused diversity antenna ports on the LMU
should be terminated with a 50-ohm load.
AOA antenna(s) (AOA ONLY) Antenna panel(s) mounted on the tower/building and
cabled into the base station shelter RFDU, either directly or via a Tower Mounted Switch.
GPS Antenna A new GPS antenna installed or existing antenna access via a GPS
splitter terminating on a N-type female connector. Note that the LMU GPS receiver
requires a minimum net signal gain of +10dB, with a recommended net gain of +18dB.
The GPS antenna should be located to provide a minimum of 4-satellite visibility and a
C/I greater than 70dB.
BCCH Antenna (GSM only) One LMU access point to receive all BTS GSM Forward
Broadcast Control Channel (BCCH) signals. This may be via an interior whip antenna,
an exterior whip antenna, or via monitor or coupler ports on the BTS. If monitor or
coupler ports are utilized, and if the BCCH signals are different between sectors, the
sector BTS signals should be summed to a single cable for connection to the LMU.
Signal levels at the LMU shall be maintained between 40dBm and -90dBm.
Chassis Grounding One ground connection location in the LMU equipment rack.
Alarm Termination (if applicable) One set of terminals on alarm panel tagged for LMU
equipment.
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For EMI compliance purposes, all cables attached to the ANT

CONTROL, PPS, T1/E1, V.35 and Option ports during operation are to
be shielded. Contact Andrew Customer Support for approved part
numbers.
Note:
All interfaces are designed to be terminated inside the install site building or enclosure. If
any port connection (including receiver antenna, GPS antenna, and communication
ports) leads outside the installed site building or enclosure, the customer / installer is
responsible for installing proper lightning and/or surge protection.
The V3 LMU equipment is typically shipped in two packages. One contains the LMU unit and the
second contains the site-specific installation kit. The installation kit contains all cabling, mounting
hardware, grounding supplies and GPS supplies required for installation.
The following tools and supplies are the minimum required for installation:
#2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
3/16 Blade Flat Screwdriver
T15 Torx Screwdriver (or #2 Phillips Screwdriver depending on HW provided)
Diagonal Flush Cutter
Terminal Crimp tool
Adjustable Wrench
Wire Stripper
Utility Knife
Cable ties
Digital Multimeter
Laptop PC with HyperTerminal (or equivalent) application installed
DB-9 (f) DB-9 (f) null-modem serial cable
2.2 Rack Mounting

1. Attach the LMU mounting brackets to the LMU chassis using supplied #8 x 3/8 Phillips or
#15 Torx flathead screws (depending on hardware provided). Figure 2-1 shows the
mounting bracket configured for front mount (open frame rack). Mounting brackets may
also be positioned for center mount (relay rack) or rear mounting as required.
CAUTION: Do not use screws longer than . Damage to the LMU may result.
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2. Mount the unit in the equipment rack using the supplied rack bolts, or to the wall panel
using #8 x wood screws.
Figure 2-1 V3 LMU with Front Mount Brackets
2.3 Ground Cabling

CAUTION: The ground cable should be attached before attaching power or signal
cables to the LMU.
1. Cut the ground cable (14 AWG minimum) to the appropriate length and crimp the
supplied #6 ground lugs to each end.
2. Attach one end to the LMU rear panel grounding post.
3. Attach the other end to a ground location within the LMU rack.
4. Ensure connections are clean and tight.
2.4 Power Cabling

CAUTION: Ensure the base station LMU and RFDU power breakers are in the OFF
position prior to connecting power cables.
2.4.1
LMU Power Cabling
The V3 LMU uses a screw terminal strip power connection.

1. Cut the power cable (14 AWG minimum) to the appropriate length and crimp on the
supplied #6 ring terminal lugs.
2. Connect the return lead of the power cable to the base station power panel return bus.
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3. Connect the supply lead of the power cable to the base station power panel LMU breaker
terminal.
4. Attach the power cables to the LMU rear panel terminal strip, observing proper polarity.
5. Ensure all connections are tight and wires are dressed properly.
6. Attach the terminal strip protective cover using the hardware provided.
2.4.2
RFDU Power Cabling (AOA sites only)
The RFDU power cable (Andrew part number G15A0497-1) uses a three pin circular connector
and is shipped with the connector already installed. The opposite cable end is cut to length and
terminated with ring terminal lugs during installation.
Note:
The RFDU is only available for +24 VDC use.
Andrew P/N
G15A0497-1*
Unused
Color
+24VDC
Red
+24V
Black
Return
3
* RFDUs are +24VDC only
View Looking
Into Cable
Connector
Figure 2-2 RFDU Power Connector Pin-out

1. Cut the power cable to the appropriate length and crimp on ring terminal lugs.
2. Connect the return lead of the power cable to the base station power panel return bus.
3. Connect the supply lead of the power cable to the base station power panel LMU breaker
terminal (+24VDC only).
4. Attach the power cable to the RFDU rear panel circular power connector.
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2.5 GCS Cabling

The V3 LMU incorporates an internal CSU/DSU which allows a T1 or E1 connection via the BTS
to the GCS. The CSU/DSU accesses the programmed DS0 at the end of the T1/E1 chain. It
does NOT support drop and insert operation.
Note: The V3 LMU is NOT certified to connect directly to the TNV network.
The V3 LMU is also backwards compatible with previous LMU models, supporting an external
CSU/DSU via the supplied V.35 (DB-25) GCS interface.
2.5.1
T1/E1 GCS Cabling
1. Prepare a T1 or E1 cable with an RJ48C termination at the LMU end per Table 2-1 and
the appropriate termination at the BTS end.
2. Plug the T1/E1 cable to the GCS (T1/E1) port on the rear of the LMU.
3. Connect the opposite end of the cable to the appropriate T1 or E1 port on the BTS.
Table 2-1 T1/E1 Cable Pin Assignments (RJ48C per T1.403)

Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 8
2.5.2
Receive Ring
Receive Tip
N/C
Transmit Ring
Transmit Tip
N/C
N/C
N/C
V.35 GCS Cabling
V.35 GCS cables are available in different lengths with both DB-25 and Winchester connector
configurations. Do not exceed the V.35 standard maximum cable length of 50. For CSU/DSU
V.35 port compatibility reference, Table 2-2 lists the cable pin assignments for both DB-25 and
Winchester style connectors. The LMU is configured as a DTE interface with clocking supplied
by the CSU/DSU. The WAN connector on the LMU is DB-25 male.
1. Attach the supplied V.35 cable to the DB-25 GCS (V.35) port on the rear of the LMU.
2. Attach the opposite end of the V.35 cable to the CSU/DSU V.35 port provisioned for the
LMU.
Table 2-2 V.35 Cable Pin Assignments

Signal
Name
DB-25 pin
assignment
Winchester pin
assignment
Signal
Name
DB-25 pin
assignment
Winchester pin
assignment
Shield
CTS
TxData(B)
14
DSR
TxData(A)
Ground
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TxClk(A)
15
DTR
20
RxData(A)
DCD
RxData(B)
16
RxClk(B)
RTS
TxClk(B)
12
AA
RxClk(A)
17
2.6 Alarm Cabling (optional)

1. Attach the alarm cable, part number G15A0789-1, to the OPTION connector on the rear
of the LMU.
2. Cut the cable to the appropriate length and terminate on the base station alarm panel.
Terminal lugs may be required.
The alarm relay inside the LMU presents a set of Form C contacts at the 8-pin Mini-DIN
connector. Under normal operation, the relay is energized and is released when an alarm occurs.
Pin 3 is normally open (NO), pin 1 is normally closed (NC), and pin 2 is alarm common (C).
Chassis ground is on pin 8. Relay contacts are rated at 0.5A @ 125 VAC and 1A @ 24 VDC.
The minimum permissible load is 1mA @ 5 VDC.
Pin
Connection
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Alarm NC
Alarm Common
Alarm NO
Factory Use Only
Factory Use Only
Factory Use Only
N/C
Chassis Ground
Figure 2-3 OPTION Connector Pinout

The conditions that will generate an alarm are:
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The LMU is turned off
The LMU unit is over the rated temperature
The internal frequency reference is not present
The internal clock phase locked loop is not locked
A fault condition exists on a digital signal processor board
An internal power supply voltage is over or under voltage
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2.7 GPS Cabling

CAUTION: The LMU unit must be powered off before connecting or disconnecting
GPS cables
1. Connect the GPS antenna cable to the GPS port (QMA female) on the rear of the LMU
unit.
2. If a GPS splitter is required:
a. Mount the splitter in the cable tray above the GPS receiver rack.
CAUTION: Ensure that the splitter used provides both a DC block to/from the GPS
antenna system as well as a DC load (approx 200 Ohms) to the E911 GPS port.
Failure to provide this DC block may result in damage to the GPS input of the
LMU.
b. Disconnect the base station GPS receiver antenna input and attach to the splitter
ANT connector.
c.
Install the supplied jumper cable between the base station GPS receiver antenna
input and the splitter BASE GPS port.
d. Install the supplied cabling between the LMU GPS port and the splitter E911
GPS port.
Verify proper base station GPS receiver operation locally in the base station and/or via the
Network Operations Center (NOC).
2.8 Antenna Cabling

2.8.1
TDOA Installations
Connect the supplied cabling from the base station multicoupler receive antenna ports to the LMU
QMA female antenna input ports in accordance with Table 2-3. Notation is shown for up to three
antenna faces, alpha, beta and gamma (A,B,G). The two receive antennas on each face are
designated 0 and 1.
For an omni-directional TDOA site only the two antenna ports set up for the alpha face (ANT1,
ANT4) would be connected, while for a three sector TDOA site, the alpha, beta, and gamma
faces (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3, ANT4, ANT5, and ANT6) would be connected as illustrated in Figure
2-4. For dual-band installations, RF inputs ANT7 through ANT12 are provided for the second
antenna system (Figure 2-5). Note that in the case of a 4-channel LMU, only four antenna
connections (ANT1 through ANT4) are provided. Antenna switching is accomplished via an
external switch unit as shown in Figure 2-6.
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Table 2-3 V3 LMU Antenna Cabling

Antenna System 1
LMU Model
Note:
ANT1
ANT2
LMU2
(TDOA2l)
A0
B0
LMU4
(AOA and
TDOA4)
OL/
A1
OUT
IL/
A2
OUT
ANT3
G0
IR/
A3
OUT
Antenna System 2
ANT4
ANT5
ANT6
ANT7
ANT8
ANT9
ANT10
ANT11
ANT12
A1
B1
G1
A0
B0
G0
A1
B1
G1
OR/
A4
OUT
N/A
Different AOA antenna versions may have different labeling. Ports may be labeled using
the nomenclature OL (Outer Left), Port 1 or similar. Consult antenna documentation.
To Alpha
Sector
Multicoupler
To Beta
Sector
Multicoupler
To Gamma
Sector
Multicoupler
DIV0
LMU2
DIV1
ANT 1
DIV0
ANT 2
DIV1
ANT 3
DIV0
DIV1
ANT 4
ANT 5
ANT 6
Figure 2-4 TDOA2 LMU Cabling Diagram Single Antenna System
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LMU2
Alpha DIV0
To Antenna
System A
Multicouplers
Alpha DIV1
ANT 1
Beta DIV0
ANT 2
Beta DIV1
ANT 3
ANT 4
Gamma DIV0
ANT 5
Gamma DIV1
ANT 6
ANT 7
To Antenna
System B
Multicouplers
Alpha DIV0
ANT 8
Alpha DIV1
ANT 9
ANT 10
Beta DIV0
ANT 11
Beta DIV1
ANT 12
Gamma DIV0
Gamma DIV1
Figure 2-5 TDOA2 LMU Cabling Diagram Dual Antenna Systems
TDOA4
Switch
LMU4
To Alpha
Sector
Multicoupler
DIV0
DIV1
ANT 1
To Beta
Sector
Multicoupler
DIV0
ANT 2
DIV1
ANT 3
To Gamma
Sector
Multicoupler
DIV0
ANT 4
DIV1
Sw.
Control
Ant.
Control
Figure 2-6 TDOA4 LMU Cabling Diagram - Single Antenna System
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TDOA4
Switch
To Antenna
System A
Multicouplers
Alpha DIV0
A10
Alpha DIV1
A11
Beta DIV0
Beta DIV1
Gamma DIV0
Gamma DIV1
To Antenna
System B
Multicouplers
B10 OUT 1
ANT 1
B11 OUT 2
OUT 3
C10
OUT 4
C11
ANT 2
Alpha DIV0
A20
Alpha DIV1
A21
Beta DIV0
B20
Beta DIV1
B21
Gamma DIV0
C20
Gamma DIV1
LMU4
Sw.
C21 Control
ANT 3
ANT 4
Ant.
Control
Figure 2-7 TDOA4 LMU Cabling Diagram - Dual Antenna Systems

2.8.2
AOA Installations
In the case of AOA, a Radio Frequency Distribution Unit (RFDU) is required to provide the signal
filtering and conditioning normally performed in the multi-coupler. If only one AOA panel is used,
connect the four antenna cables directly to the four RFDU input ports (A1 IN through A4 IN) as
shown in Figure 2-8. For multiple AOA panels, an external antenna selector switch is required,
either mounted to the RFDU or close to the antenna panels using a Tower Mounted Switch. The
four cables from each panel are connected to the appropriate sector inputs (A1-A4, B1-B4 and
C1-C4), and the output cables OUT 1 through OUT 4 are connected to the RFDU input ports A1
IN through A4 IN respectively. The RFDU output ports A1 OUT through A4 OUT connect to the
corresponding LMU antenna input ports (ANT 1 through ANT 4). Figure 2-9 illustrates the multiple
AOA panel configuration.
For AOA installations, an RF calibration source for AOA panels is provided in the LMU. Attach the
AOA panel calibration source cable to the LMU rear panel SMA female CAL SOURCE connector.
For multiple panel AOA installations, connect the calibration source cables from each panel and
from the LMU to the calibration source splitter as shown in Figure 2-9 (Note, the tower mounted
switch includes a cal source splitter).
Depending on the number of AOA panels used, not all ports on the switch may need to be
connected.
Where both TDOA and AOA are employed at the same site, attenuators are required at the
TDOA inputs to the switch to compensate for the added gain of the RFDU. See Figure 2-10.
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LMU4
RFDU
To Antenna
Cal Input
To AOA
Antenna
Cal
Source
OL / Port 1
A1 IN
A1 OUT
ANT 1
IL / Port 2
A2 IN
A2 OUT
ANT 2
IR / Port 3
A3 IN
A3 OUT
ANT 3
OR / Port 4
A4 IN
A4 OUT
ANT 4
Figure 2-8 AOA Cabling Diagram - One AOA Panel

Note:
Different AOA antenna versions may have different labeling. Ports may be labeled as
OL (Outer Left) or as Port 1 as shown above.
To Alpha Sector
Cal Input
To Beta Sector
Cal Input
2S
To Gamma Sector
Cal Input
To Alpha
Sector
Antenna
To Beta
Sector
Antenna
To
Gamma
Sector
Antenna
Cal Source Splitter
AOA
Switch
RFDU
OL / Port 1
A1
IL / Port 2
A2
IR / Port 3
A3
OUT 1
A1 IN
OR / Port 4
A4
OUT 2
A2 IN
A3 IN
B1
OUT 3
OL / Port 1
OUT 4
A4 IN
IL / Port 2
B2
IR / Port 3
B3
OR / Port 4
B4
OL / Port 1
C1
IL / Port 2
C2
IR / Port 3
C3
OR / Port 4
LMU4
A1 OUT
A2 OUT
A3 OUT
A4 OUT
Sw.
C4 Control
Cal
Source
ANT 1
ANT 2
ANT 3
ANT 4
Ant.
Control
Figure 2-9 AOA Cabling Diagram - Multiple AOA Panels
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Cal Source Splitter

LMU4
To Alpha Sector Cal
Input
To Beta Sector Cal
Input
50 Ohm Terminator
To Alpha
Sector
Antennae
Cal
Source
2S
3
AOA
Switch
OL or Port 1
A1
IL or Port 2
A2
IR or Port 3
A3
OR or Port 4
A4
OL or Port 1
B1
IL or Port 2
B2
IR or Port 3
B3
OR or Port 4
B4
OUT 1
OUT 2
OUT 3
To Beta
Sector
Antennae
To Gamma
Sector
(TDOA)
Multicoupler
DIV 0
C1
DIV 1
C2
OUT 4
RFDU
A1 IN
A2 IN
A3 IN
A4 IN
A1 OUT
A2 OUT
A3 OUT
A4 OUT
C3
Sw.
C4 Control
ANT 1
ANT 2
ANT 3
ANT 4
Ant.
Control
Gain Offset Pads

(Reduce Multicoupler
Down to 10dB net)
Figure 2-10 Mixed TDOA-AOA Multi Sector Cable Diagram
2.9 GSM BCCH Antenna Cabling (GSM only)

In GSM base station installations the LMU requires a forward channel RF signal connection for
BCCH synchronization. The V3 LMU BCCH port may be connected to an interior whip antenna,
an exterior whip antenna, or a BTS monitor port (existing or via an installed directional coupler).
Signal levels at the LMU shall be maintained between -40dBm and -90dBm. One cable shall be
provided to the LMU. If separate BCCH monitor ports are used for each sector, the sector signals
shall be summed together (e.g. using a 3x1 splitter) to a single RF cable for input to the LMU.
Connect the BCCH antenna cable to the QMA female BCCH port on the rear of the LMU.
2.10 GCS T1/E1 Port Setup

For LMU's that connect to the GCS via the T1/E1 port, the port must be configured for the
correct line interface and DS0 selection. This is done via the RS-232 port on either the
front or rear of the LMU. It is assumed the installer has a general knowledge of basic
PC operation.
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Note: The Ethernet and RS-232 connections are for configuration and testing purposes only
and should be left unconnected during normal operation.
2.10.1
Port Setup Procedure

1. Place the LMU rear-panel switch in the ON position. Verify that the LMU front panel
ON LED is illuminated and the LMU cooling fans are running.
2. Connect the laptop serial port to the LMU front or rear panel DB-9 RS-232 port via a
serial null-modem cable.
3. In HyperTerminal, or similar utility, connect to the LMU using serial port settings of
57600-8-N-1 with no flow control.
4. Allow 2 minutes from power up for internal processes to initialize, then login as root,
password Cooper.
5. At the prompt type LMUSetupTool (case sensitive) to access the port setup menu,
Depending on the LMU model number, the a T1 or E1 setup menu will appear as
follows (E1 version shown):
0. Exit
1. E1 Config
Please enter:_
6. Enter 1 to get to the port setup menu. Current settings and configurable options will
be displayed, with current values in parentheses:
Please enter:1
Current Settings
Line mode(E1)
Xclk speed(2.048 MHz)
Elastic Store(Disabled for TX, Enabled for RX)
Line Code(HDB3)
Configurable Options
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Framing Format(CRC Multiframe)
Timeslots(1:3,)
Save Settings
Restore Factory Defaults
Please enter:_
7. Enter the number of the configurable option you wish to change. Permissible settings
will be displayed:
Please enter:1
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0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
G.704 Basic
CRC Multiframe
CRC Multiframe + Signalling
E1 Basic Framing
Please enter:_
8. Enter the number of the desired setting. A new configurable options list will be
displayed with the updated settings in parentheses (Note, settings are not
implemented in the LMU until they are first saved (Step 16) and the LMU re-booted
(Step 18)):
Please enter:2
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Timeslots(1:3,)
Save Settings
Please enter:_
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 for each option you wish to change.
10. Timeslot selection (Option 2) is slightly different, as it requires a series of selections.
First, the number of DS0 timeslots to be utilized for the GCS connection needs to be
specified:
Please enter number of timeslots:3
11. Then the individual DS0 timeslot numbers (not channel numbers) are entered in
sequence, one at a time. If an out of range timeslot number is entered, you will get
an error message and be re-prompted:
Please enter timeslot number:14
Invalid timeslot number
12. When the last timeslot has been entered, a confirmation will be displayed, followed
by a new configurable options list with the updated settings:
Total number of Timeslots:3
Timeslots:14,15,22,
3:14,15,22,
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0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Timeslots(3:14,15,22)
Save Settings
Please enter:_
13. To save the configuration to the LMU's internal config file, enter 3, followed by a
confirming y:
Please enter:3
Are you sure? Y/N:
y
14. The options configuration will again be confirmed :
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Timeslots(3:14,15,22)
Save Settings
Please enter:_
Note: The options list will display the settings from the
internal config file, not necessarily the settings active in the
LMU. The LMU must be rebooted (Step 18) to invoke the settings.
15. To restore factory defaults, enter 4. A confirmation will be returned, followed by the
configurable options list:
Please enter:4
CSU.config now contains factory defaults
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Timeslots(1:3,)
Save Settings
Please enter:_
16. To save settings, enter 3 followed by a confirming y:
Please enter:3
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Are you sure? Y/N:

y
17. After the configurable options list is displayed, enter 0 to exit to the main menu, and
0 again to exit the LMUSetupTool application:
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Exit
Timeslots(1:3,)
Save Settings
Please enter:_
Please enter:0
0. Exit
1. E1 Config
Please enter:0
#
18. Re-boot the LMU to implement the settings just saved in the internal config file.
Note: The Configurable Options list displays the settings from the internal config
file only, not the active settings in the LMU. The LMU must be rebooted to
invoke the saved settings.
Table 2-4 lists the available port configuration options for T1 and E1 connections. Factory default
values are indicated in bold. Values that are fixed are in grey.
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Table 2-4 GCS T1/E1 Port Configuration Options

Item
1.
2.
3.
4.
Description
Line Mode
XClk Speed
T1 Options
T1
1.544 MHz
Elastic Storer
Enabled for Rx, Disabled for Tx
Line Code
AMI
B8ZS
HDB3
SF
ESF
G.704 Basic Framing

CRC + Multiframe
CRC + Multiframe +
Signaling
E1 Basic Framing +
Signaling
5.
Framing Format
6.
Pulse Waveform
Table
7.
2.11
Timeslots
T1J1,TR52411,ShortHaul(0-110ft)
T1J1,T1.102,LongHaul(LBO 0dB)
T1J1,T1.102,LongHaul(LBO 7.5dB)
T1J1,T1.102,LongHaul(LBO 15dB)
T1J1,T1.102,LongHaul(LBO 22.5dB)
ITU-T I.431,(1544kbits)
n:#,#,#,....#,
(1:21,)
E1 Options
E1
2.048 MHz
Enabled for Rx,
Disabled for Tx
(N/A)
n:#,#,#,....#
(1:29,)
Diagnostics & Verification
A software utility is run on the LMU to verify the installation. It is assumed the installer/tester has
a general knowledge of basic PC operation.
The software will perform a comprehensive check of LMU hardware, WAN connectivity, and
external cabling. Results will be presented in a simple pass/fail manner not requiring the user to
interpret any data. A series of tests will be initiated each displaying a PASS/FAIL indicator and
then a summary PASS/FAIL result will be displayed.
1. The following procedure applies to diagnostic tests run via the LMU front or rear panel
RS-232 connection or remotely via remote a telnet connection into the LMU. To
accomplish the latter, steps 4 and 5 may be replaced by executing telnet <IP address>
from a GCS command prompt. The LMU <IP address> may be obtained from the GCS
Network Management System LMU site detail screen.
2. Access to LMU diagnostics is also available via the NMS GUI as an alternative to telnet
sessions. After diagnostics is started from the NMS, the results are reported back to the
GCS and stored in a database. For information on NMS-based diagnostics, consult the
Network Management Users Guide, MN-GEO-UG-01.
The diagnostic software will not adversely affect the LMU when executed immediately following
initial LMU power-up.
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2.11.1
Initial Set-up
1. Place the base station power panel circuit breaker in the ON position
2. Place the LMU rear-panel switch in the ON position. Verify that the LMU front panel ON
LED is illuminated and the LMU cooling fan(s) are running.
Note: Fans are temperature controlled and not all may be running at the same time. At
least one fan will be running at all times under normal operation.
3. If required, configure the GCS T1/E1 port (Section 2.10) and power-cycle the LMU.
4. Wait approximately 5 minutes for the LMU to connect to the GCS and for synchronization
to the latest software configuration. If a new LMU configuration is required, the LMU will
re-boot (lights flash) during software update. If successful, the front panel ONLINE light
will illuminate. If not, further diagnostics are required. In either case, run the system
diagnostics program as shown in the following steps.
5. Connect the laptop serial port to the LMU front or rear panel DB-9 RS-232 port via a
serial null-modem cable.
6. In HyperTerminal, or similar utility, connect to the LMU using serial port settings of
57600-8-N-1 with no flow control.
7. Login as root, password Cooper.
8. Type diagnostics to run the LMU diagnostics program. After initialization, the following
menu will appear:
DIAGNOSTICS Main Menu v2005.1.1001 [build Aug
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
9 2005 16:04:08]
Exit
Tests 2-6
Back plane
BPU/RX
Noise Correlation/Power
Mezzanine(not available)
GPS
AOA Calibration(not available)
RF Cabling
V.35 Loopback
RS-232 Loopback
Alarm Contacts
Read Serial/Model Numbers
Scan BCCH channels for CGI Info
Lock Line Test
T1/E1 Loopback
Please enter:
Enter 1 to execute tests 2) through 6). This will begin a series of five subsystem tests.
Each will print the test title, test data and a PASS/FAIL indicator after completion. All
tests should show a PASS indication. If any do not, the test data output should be
evaluated to determine the cause. For examples of test outputs, see the descriptions of
the individual tests in the following sections.
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9. After all required WAN and RF cables have been connected to the unit (per Sections 2.5
and 2.8 above), tests 8 and 9 may be executed to detect if there are any loose or faulty
cable connections.
10. After completing diagnostics tests and BEFORE removing the cable from the front of the
LMU, select Option 0 to exit the diagnostic menu. At the # prompt, enter shutdown.
Wait for the LMU to re-boot as indicated by the online light, then disconnect from the
LMU.
2.11.2
Back Plane Test (Test 2)
The back plane test will consist of reading the back plane status to check components. An
example of the test display is shown below.
Please enter: 2
Running synthesizer lockline test first to ensure PLL lock
FPGA has already been loaded
Loading dsp_probe.ldr
HS_load_program : Writing 0x12345678 to addr 0x10140001
HS_load_program : Checking for 0xdeadbeef in 0x10140001
lockline=Synthesizer
Testing unlock for EU cellular (690.000000 MHz)
Testing lock for EU cellular (902.000000 MHz)
Testing unlock for EU PCS (2380.031982 MHz)
Testing lock for EU PCS (1750.000000 MHz)
BACK PLANE TEST
Reading lockline status
Reading Clock Generator PLL lock
Reading power supply status
Reading temperature sensor
Reading 1PPS port setting
Reading alarm relay setting
Status word:40
PQ2 Core Voltage: OK
Sharc Core Voltage: OK
Sharc DRAM Voltage: OK
Sharc IO Voltage: OK
FPGA Voltage: OK
PDC Voltage: OK
3.3V Supply: OK
6.4V Supply: OK
5V GPS Supply: OK
5V LNA Voltage: OK
3.3V LNA Voltage: OK
Downconverter PLL Lock: OK
Calibration Source Lock: OK
Clock Buffer PLL Lock: OK
DC Voltage on 1PPS Port: DISABLED
Over Temperature: OK
12 Volt Supply: OK
Normal alarm relay operation
Test Result: PASS
Press ENTER to continue
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Failure of the hardware status test could indicate an over temperature condition, a GPS antenna
or receiver fault or a failure of an internal component to the LMU.
2.11.3
BPU/RX Test (Test 3)
The BPU/RX runs checks on the Baseband Processing Unit (BPU) and the wideband receiver
hardware. An example of the test display is shown below.
Please enter: 3
File is already loaded
BPU test initialization SUCCESS
BPU/RX TEST:
DSP
DSP
DSP
DSP
DSP
DSP
DSP
DSP
ADC
HOST interrupt test

:PASS
SDRAM test
:PASS
PDC test
:PASS
single load test
:PASS
ping test
:PASS
semaphore test
:PASS
triggered time tag test:PASS
real time clock test
:PASS
threshold test
:PASS
BPU/RX Test Result:PASS

Failure of the BPU/RX test indicates an internal LMU component fault. The failed unit should be
returned for repair.
2.11.4
Noise Channel Correlation/Power Test (Test 4)
The Noise Channel Correlation/Power Test software is used to check the RF signal path within
the LMU. A noise signal generator, installed as a test source in the internal (Figure 2-11 ) or
external (Figure 2-12 ) antenna switch, is activated in the front-end of the LMU RF signal path.
Signal levels are measured at the back-end and compared to each other (correlated) to check the
connections and components along the path. The test is performed for each channel of each
installed BPU/Rx.
Noise Source
Antenna Switch
Receiver
BPU
Figure 2-11 Noise Source, TDOA Site
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External Antenna Switch

Control Cable
Noise Source
RFDU
LMU
External Antenna
Switch
Figure 2-12 Noise Source, AOA Site

An example of the test display is shown below:
Please enter: 4
Loading Collector_v3.ldr
NOISE CORRELATION/POWER TEST:
Testing EGSM900 Frequency: 890.00 MHz
Iter BPU
Rho
S/N(dB)
pow_ch1(dBm) pow_ch2(dBm) TOAdiff(ns)
1
0
0.999496
29.96
-64.1
-64.2
1.5
2
0
0.999502
30.01
-64.1
-64.2
1.5
3
0
0.999495
29.95
-64.0
-64.1
1.6
4
0
0.999520
30.18
-63.8
-63.9
1.4
5
0
0.999513
30.11
-63.9
-64.0
1.5
6
0
0.999519
30.16
-63.8
-63.9
1.4
7
0
0.999497
29.97
-64.0
-64.1
1.4
8
0
0.999504
30.03
-64.0
-64.0
1.5
9
0
0.999512
30.10
-64.0
-64.1
1.4
10
0
0.999488
29.90
-64.1
-64.1
1.4
Status
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
Noise Test for CELLULAR B band: PASS
The test is run over two frequency bands: EGSM900 and DCS1800 band with a results table
similar to that above displayed for each band. Each test within the specified band is run ten times
(denoted by the iteration column above).
The test is a measure of BPU channel correlation when the same signal is injected into each of
the two channels on the BPU. The measure of correlation (listed in the test results as Rho) must
be greater than 0.98 to pass for Cellular band tests, and greater than 0.96 for DCS band tests.
The difference in the thresholds is due to lower signal source power in the DCS band, thus the
correlation between channels will be lower.
The RSSI is also measured on each channel (listed as pow_ch1 (dBm) and pow_ch2 (dBm)) and
must be greater than -105dBm to pass. In addition, the measured time difference between the
channels must be less than 50 nanoseconds (shown in the TOAdiff(ns) column in the table). This
is a short duration test only, and does not reflect the measurement accuracy obtained under
operational conditions, where measurement times are significantly longer.
After the test has completed over all three frequency bands, an overall test result summary table
will be displayed similar to the one shown below:
Band
EGSM900
DCS1800
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YES
YES
Required?
YES
YES
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Test Result:
PASS
The test software determines which bands are required to pass based on the BPU initialization
file (bpu.ini) on the LMU. In the above example table, only the cellular frequency bands are
required to pass the test. The overall test result is pass only if all required bands pass the test.
It is important to note that for a two channel LMU or a four channel TDOA LMU the test must pass
for all bands, regardless of the band in which the LMU will be used under normal operation.
Multicouplers and filters external to the LMU will have no impact on the results of this test. This is
not the case for four channel AOA LMUs, which are typically configured with an external switch
followed by an external RFDU. In this case only the RF band passed by the RFDU is required to
pass the test, since all other bands will be rejected by the RFDU filtering.
On a two channel LMU , failure of any of these tests would indicate an internal LMU fault
somewhere between the antenna switch and the BPU. These units should be returned for repair.
On a four channel AOA LMU, there is typically an external switch connected prior to an RFDU,
which then connects to the LMU with RF jumper cables as shown in Figure 2-12. There is also a
control cable that runs from the LMU to the external switch. If the noise correlation test fails,
check the following items:
Verify that the RFDU is powered on and that the green power light on the front of the
RFDU is illuminated.
Verify that the control cable between the LMU and the external switch is connected.
Verify that all jumper cables between the external switch and the RFDU are properly
connected.
Verify that all jumper cables between the RFDU and the LMU are properly connected.
If necessary, the AOA LMU fault may be further isolated by bypassing the RFDU (i.e., cabling the
antenna switch directly to the LMU) and re-running the test. If all of the above checks show no
problems with the physical installation or the RFDU, then the LMU should be returned for repair.
2.11.5
CDMA Mezzanine Test (Test 5)
CDMA capability is not currently available on the V3 LMU. This test is not currently supported
2.11.6
GPS Test (Test 6)
The GPS Test reads the GPS receiver status and checks for satellite tracking and alarm
conditions.
2.11.6.1 Minor Alarms

A minor alarm will indicate a condition that the user should be alerted to, but does not indicate an
immediate impairment to functionality. The alarms will include:
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Oscillator voltage near rail

Antenna input connection is open, i.e., the input is not drawing sufficient current
Antenna input is shorted, i.e., the input is drawing too much current
No satellites are usable
Oscillator is not being disciplined to GPS
Self Survey procedure in progress
No accurate position stored in EEPROM
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A leap second is pending

Test mode in progress
Accuracy of position being used for a time-only fix is questionable
Detected one or more EEPROM segments corrupt at reset
Almanac not current or complete
2.11.6.2 Critical Alarms

A critical alarm will indicate a condition that severely impairs the function of the GPS module.
These alarms will include:
ROM Checksum Error detected at reset

RAM Check failed at reset
FPGA Check failed at reset or during operation
Oscillator control voltage is at a rail
2.11.6.3 Failures
The summary result will indicate FAIL if any of the following conditions exist:
Presence of any critical alarms
Minor alarm, Oscillator voltage near rail
Minor alarm, Antenna input connection is open, i.e., the input is not drawing sufficient
current
Minor alarm, Antenna input is shorted, i.e., the input is drawing too much current
Minor alarm, No satellites are usable
Minor alarm, Self Survey procedure in progress
Decoding Status not set to Doing Fixes
Disciplining Activity not set to Phase Locking"
PPS Quality > 1000 ns
An example of the test display is shown below. Table 2-5 provides descriptions of the various
status fields.
Note:
Some detailed status information is presented for information purposes only.
Please enter: 6
GPS TEST:
Critical Alarms:
None
Minor Alarms:
Leap Second Transition Pending
Decoding Status:
Disciplining:
PPS Driver Switch:
PPS Quality:
PPS Polarity:
10 MHz Quality:
Temperature:
DAC Value:
DAC Voltage:
Pdop:
Hdop:
Vdop:
Tdop:
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Phase Locking
On
3.35 ns
Positive
-0.15 ppb
28.15 deg C
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2.64 volts
0.00
0.00
0.00
1.00
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Disc Time Constant:

Disc Damping Fact:
Hold Over Duration:
Receiver mode:
Disciplining mode:
Latitude:
Longitude:
Altitude:
Fix Dimension:
Fix Mode:
Num Satellites:
Satellite PRNs:
10.0 sec
1.000
0 secs
Overdetermined Clock
Normal
39.071382 degrees
-77.468438 degrees
71.135006 meters
3D Fix (4)
Manual
7
9 14 15 18 21 22 26
Time Valid:
Yr/mon/day
Hr:Min:Sec
Timing Flag
UTC Offset
Week No
Tow
Yes
2005/8/10
14:0:21
0
13
1335
309621
S/W version
App Layer:
Core:
1.9 [04/27/105]
1.4 [11/29/104]
Test Result: PASS

Table 2-5 Description of Status Fields

Status
Description
Decoding Status: Decoding status of

GPS receiver
Disciplining Activity: Current activity of

the disciplining mechanism
Doing Fixes
GPS Time not found
PDOP too high
No usable satellites
Only 1, 2, or 3 usable satellite(s)
Phase Locking
Oscillator warming up
Frequency locking
Placing PPS
Initializing loop filter
Compensating OCXO
Inactive
PPS Driver Switch:
PPS signal output (Should always be on)
PPS Quality
Estimate of PPS offset to UTC (ns)
PPS Polarity
PPS signal polarity (Should be Positive)
10 MHz Quality
Estimate of UTC offset (ppb)
Temperature
Temperature (deg C) as reported by the on

board temperature sensor.
DAC Value
Offset binary (0x00 0xFFFF)
DAC Voltage
Voltage output of the DAC 5V to +5V
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Status
Description
Pdop
Position Dilution of Precision. A unit-less

figure of merit that describes how an
uncertainty in pseudo-range affects position
solutions.
Hdop
Horizontal Dilution Precision
Vdop
Vertical Dilution Precision
Tdop
Time Dilution of Precision
Disc Time Constant
Time constant of discipline control loop (5-100

seconds).
Disc Damping Factor
Damping factor of the discipline control loop.
Holdover Duration
Receiver mode
Disciplining mode
Latitude
Longitude
Amount of time (in seconds) that the GPS

receiver has been operating without satellite
coverage.
Automatic (2D/3D)
Single Satellite (Time)
Horizontal (2D)
Full Position (3D)
DGPS Reference
Clock Hold (2D)
Overdetermined Clock
Normal,
Power-Up
Auto Holdover
Manual Holdover
Recovery
Disabled
Degrees 90 to 90 (Negative values
represent southern longitudes. Positive
values represent northern longitudes)
Degrees 180 to 180 (Negative values
represent western longitudes. Positive values
represent eastern longitudes.)
Altitude
Meters
Fix Dimension
Overdetermined (OD)
2-dimensional
3-dimensional
Fix Mode
Automatic/Manual
Num Satellites
(0-12)
Satellite PRNs
PRN Code, which serves as identification of

satellite (0-12).
Time Valid
Indicator of time validity (Yes/No)
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Status
Description
Year/Month/Day/Hr/Min/Sec
Timing Flag: UTC/GPS timing information.
UTC Offset: the current integer leap second
offset between GPS and UTC.
According to Time (UTC) = Time (GPS)
UTC offset.
Time Of Week (TOW): GPS seconds of week
since Sunday at 00:00:00.
Week No: GPS week number, GPS week
Number 0 started on Jan 6th, 1980.
UTC Time
GPS Time
Failure of the GPS test could indicate a GPS antenna, GPS cable or GPS splitter fault, all
external to the LMU, which would require repair. The test could also indicate a fault in the GPS
receiver internal to the LMU, which should be returned for repair.
To verify proper GPS antenna, cable and splitter operation, a sweep test can be performed using
the Garmin GPS-3 Test Set.
GPS frequencies to sweep for are:
L1 Band frequency: 1575.42 MHz
L2 Band frequency: 1227.6 MHz
For further information, check the GPS Information Web Site:

http://tycho.usno.navy.mil/gpsinfo.html
2.11.7
AOA Calibration Test (Test 7)
AOA capability is not currently available on the V3 LMU. This test is not currently supported
2.11.8
RF Cabling Test (Test 8)
The RF Cabling Test detects the presence of an external amplifier, such as a multicoupler, prior
to the LMU. This test is used primarily to validate that the RF jumper cables between the
multicoupler and the LMU are physically installed, and that the multicoupler is actively amplifying.
This test does not verify the connection of antennas to the inputs of the multicoupler, nor does it
determine if the RF jumper cables are misconnected between channels or sectors. Also, in
release 5.3.7 and later, this test does not attempt to determine which RF bands are being filtered
within the multicoupler.
The test runs over multiple frequency bands, and does not require that there be active calls in the
bands being tested. Each properly cabled LMU port should pass each test regardless of band.
For example, if the LMU is connected to a cellular A-band multicoupler, the test will normally
indicate a pass condition for measurements in all RF bands, including cellular A, B, PCS, and
iDen. This is because thermal noise generated within the multicoupler broadband amplifier is not
affected by input band filtering. In the absence of any RF signal inputs to the multicoupler, the RF
spectrum output over all bands should be relatively uniform, with the level being determined by
the amplifier noise figure and gain.
Note:
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In this test, the signal levels shown are not true RSSI, or received signal strength at the
antenna, as it does not account for any gains prior to the LMU. It will only be an accurate
assessment of RSSI if the there is no external amplification applied during the test.
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The RF Cabling Test determines that a cable is connected to the LMU if, averaging over all
bands:
The minimum average signal level is greater than -109dBm, or

The maximum average signal level is above -104dBm.
An example of a LMU with only antenna face 1 connected to a multicoupler is shown below:
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The test software determines which LMU input ports are required to be connected based on the
LMU bpu.ini file. The test result will be PASS if all required LMU inputs are connected.
Otherwise the test result will be FAIL. Possible causes for a failure are also displayed.
2.11.9
V.35 LoopbackTest (Test 9)
The V.35 Loopback Test is used to verify a V.35/DS0 connection from the LMU to the GCS
located at the MSC. The test can also check for the presence of a GCS link loopback, either via
the CSU/DSU in loopback mode or via a LMU V.35 port loopback plug.
Note:
This test requires access to the LMU unit through the front or rear panel RS-232 serial
port. It cannot be run remotely via the NMS GUI.
The V.35 Loopback Test will send a test pattern toward the GCS. If it is returned successfully
then the DS0 connection is determined to be operational. An example of the test display is
shown below.
Please enter: 9
V.35 LOOPBACK TEST
slay: Unable to find process 'devc-scc'
loop_seq=0 TX 26bytes - RX 26 bytes, delay=5ms frame ok
total frame sent = 1 successful r
Test Result: PASS
Failure of the V.35 Loopback test indicates a lack of end-to-end connectivity between the LMU
and the GCS. Failure may indicate a fault in CSU/DSU provisioning or port configuration, a fault
in the E1 DACS connections, a LMU V.35 port cable failure or problems within the carrier E1
network. Additional loopback tests should be performed at various locations along the E1 signal
chain to isolate the fault. This test requires that personnel be located at the LMU site to
add/remove loopback connectors. If the test is run remotely (e.g. via telnet) the connection to the
LMU is generally made via the GCS port, thus validating its operation and this test does not need
to be run.
Testing the LMU V.35 port requires a female DB-25 loopback plug be put on the LMU rear DB-25
port. The pinout and connections for the V.35 loopback plug are shown below.
Figure 2-13 LMU V.35 Loopback Plug

The following signals are used. J7 is the WAN Connector:
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J7 Pin Numbers
2 to 3
14 to 16
17 to 24
4 to 5 to 8
2.11.10
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Signal Name
TXD_A to RXD_A
TXD_B to RXD_B
SCTE_A to RXC_A
RTS_A to CTS_A to DCD_A
Level
0.6 pk to pk nominal
0.6 pk to pk nominal
Square wave at 64 KHz
+ 8 volts
RS-232 Loopback Test (Test 10)
This test is optional. It is not performed during the All Tests procedure. This test performs a
loopback test on the RS-232 serial port. This test requires that access to the LMU under test is
made via a local Ethernet or via GCS port connection, and a RS-232 hardware loopback plug is
installed on the serial port.
An example of the test display is shown below.
Please enter: 10
RS-232 LOOPBACK TEST
loop_seq=0 TX 26bytes - RX 26 bytes, delay=5ms frame ok
total frame sent = 1 successful rate = 100%
Test Result: PASS
Failure of the RS-232 Loopback test indicates an internal LMU hardware fault. The failed unit
should be returned for repair.
2.11.11
Alarm Contacts (Test 11)
The alarm contact menu option provides a tool for manually opening and closing the LMU alarm
relay contacts. This is intended for use in NOC coordinated dry-contact alarm relay testing.
An example of the display is shown below.
Please enter:11
CHANGE ALARM RELAY OPERATION
0 Normal Operation
1 Force Alarm
: 1
Relay Forced into 'Alarm' position
Press ENTER to continue.
2.11.12
Serial/Model Numbers (Test 12)
The serial/model number menu option provides a tool for reading the serial number, model
number and MAC address of the LMU. An example of the display is shown below.
Please enter: 12
READ SERIAL/MODEL NUMBERS TEST:
Serial Number: E2000015
Model Number: LMU2E
MAC Address: 00-d0-ac-c0-00-16
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2.11.13
Scan BCCH Channels (Test 13)
The Scan BCCH channels menu option provides a tool for scanning designated BCCH channels
for active CGI information. After selecting the desired band, a range of channels may be
specified, or all BCCH channels in the band. An example of the display for a partial BCCH scan
is shown below. Note that only detected BCCH channels are displayed.
Please enter: 13
File is already loaded. Forcing a reload
Loading Collector_v3.ldr
BCCH SCAN TEST:
Starting GPS Monitor
Select which band to scan :
0 --> GSM-900(0-123), 1 --> GSM-900(975-1023), 2 --> GSM-1800
===>0
Select starting channel for scan, or hit enter for all channels(0 <= channel <=
124)
Hit q + ENTER or Q + ENTER to stop scanning

BCCH channel 91 ==> MCC-MNC-LAC-CI = 310-380-10024-2961,
TTag=2004/315/74531906/455891, sync_corr=0.930, T1=477,T2=17,T3P=4
2.11.14
Lock Line Test (Test 14)
The Lock Line Test verifies proper operation of the frequency synthesizers across the operational
frequency bands of the LMU. Following is typical test result display:
Please enter: 14
Loading dsp_probe.ldr
LOCKLINE TEST:
lockline=Synthesizer
Testing unlock for EU cellular (690.000000 MHz)
Testing lock for EU cellular (902.000000 MHz)
Testing unlock for EU PCS (2380.031982 MHz)
Testing lock for EU PCS (1750.000000 MHz)
Test Result: pass
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T1/E1 Loopback (Test 15)
The T1/E1 Loopback Test is used to verify T-1 or E-1 based DS0 connections from the LMU to
the GCS located at the MSC. The test can also check for the presence of a GCS link loopback
via a LMU T1/E1 port loopback plug.
Note:
This test requires access to the LMU unit through the front or rear panel RS-232 serial
port. It cannot be run remotely via the NMS GUI.
The T1/E1 Loopback Test will send a test pattern toward the GCS using all configured DS0s. If it
is returned successfully then the DS0 connections are determined to be operational. An example
of the test display is shown below.
Please enter: 15
E1 LOOPBACK TEST:
slay: Unable to find process 'devc-T1'
Config from File
Interface_type:2(E1)
Line_code:3(HDB3)
Frame_format:4(CRC + MultiframeCRC Multiframe + signallingE1 Basic
Framing + signaling)
Clock_speed:2(2.048MHz)
Elastic_store:2(Enabled for RX, Disab
Num of channels:1
Channel Num: 4
Writing value 1d to register 6

Wrote value 1d to register 6
Write packet:0
Read packet:0
Write packet:1
Read packet:1
Write packet:2
Read packet:2
Write packet:3
Read packet:3
.
.
.
Write packet:97
Read packet:97
Write packet:98
Read packet:98
Write packet:99
Read packet:99
*******************Summary*********************
Total Received Byte=150000.000000, Total Error Bit=0.000000,
BER=0.000000
Total Send packet=100,Total Loss Packet=0
Test Result: PASS
Failure of the T1/E1 Loopback test indicates a lack of end-to-end connectivity between the LMU
and the GCS. Failure may indicate a fault in T1/E1 port configuration, a fault in the E1 DACS
connections, a LMU T1/E1 port cable failure or problems within the carrier E1 network. Additional
loopback tests should be performed at various locations along the E1 signal chain to isolate the
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fault. This test requires that personnel be located at the LMU site to add/remove loopback
connectors. If the test is run remotely (e.g. via telnet) the connection to the LMU is generally
made via the GCS port, thus validating its operation and this test does not need to be run.
Testing the LMU T1/E1 port requires a RJ48-C loopback plug be inserted in the LMU T1/E1 port.
The pinout and connections for the RJ48 loopback plug are shown below.
Figure 2-14 LMU T1/E1 Loopback Plug
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Chapter 3 Replacement
This chapter provides detailed instructions for replacement of an installed LMU unit. For safety,
the steps should be followed in the order presented.
3.1 LMU Replacement Procedure

1. Place the LMU rear panel power switch in the OFF position.
2. Place the LMU circuit breaker on the base station power panel in the OFF position.
3. Disconnect the power cable from the rear panel of the LMU unit.
4. Disconnect the GPS Antenna, GCS link, GSM antenna (if applicable), AOA calibration
source (if applicable) and alarm (if applicable) cables from the rear panel of the LMU unit.
5. Disconnect the antenna input cables from the rear of the LMU unit. Ensure the cables
are properly labeled to identify their source for reconnection into the new unit.
6. Disconnect the ground cable from the rear of the LMU unit.
7. Remove the rack bolts and take the LMU unit out of the rack. Save the rack bolts for
installation of the new unit.
8. Remove the LMU mounting brackets from the de-installed LMU and reattach to the
replacement LMU unit. Ensure the bracket orientation remains the same.
9. Install the replacement LMU unit in the rack using the rack bolts removed in step 7
above.
10. Connect the ground cable to the rear of the LMU unit.
11. Connect the antenna input cables to the rear of the LMU unit. Refer to Table 2-3 for
connection information.
12. Connect the GPS antenna, GCS link, GSM antenna (if applicable), AOA calibration
source (if applicable), and alarm (if applicable) cables to the corresponding connection on
the rear of the LMU unit.
13. Connect the power cable to the rear of the LMU unit.
14. Place the LMU circuit breaker on the base station power panel in the ON position.
3.2 Verification
Following LMU replacement, the following steps should be followed to verify proper operation.
1. Place the LMU rear panel power switch in the ON position.
2. Verify that the front and rear panel ON LEDs are illuminated and the LMU cooling fans
are running
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Note: Fans are temperature controlled and not all may be running at the same time. At
least one fan will be running at all times under normal operation.
3. Configure the GCS T1/E1 port if necessary and power cycle the LMU.
4. Wait approximately 5 minutes for the LMU to connect to the GCS and synchronize to the
latest software configuration.
5. Verify the front and rear panel ONLINE LEDs are illuminated.
6. Verify with the NOC that the alarm condition that prompted the LMU replacement has
cleared.
3.3 Defective Unit Disposition

Defective units may be returned to Andrew Corporation for repair or replacement under the terms
and conditions of the warranty or service contract in place. To return a unit, call the Andrew
Corporation Geometrix Customer Service department at 1-877-GEO-E911 (1-877-436-3911)
(North America) or +1-703-726-5910 (Worldwide) and request a Returned Goods Authorization
(RGA) number. To avoid damage in shipping, equipment should be returned in original Andrew
Corporation LMU packaging.
Ship To:
Andrew Corporation
Attn:
RGA#______________
140 Vista Centre Drive
Forest, VA 24551
USA
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Maintenance
Chapter 4 Maintenance
This chapter describes LMU maintenance procedures.
4.1 Fan Care

V3 LMU air intake and exhaust vents should be inspected monthly and cleaned any time visible
debris/dust is observable. Vents should be cleaned using a brush attachment on a vacuum.
4.2 Cable Inspection

All cables connected to the LMU should be inspected annually for wear and damage. Particular
attention should be paid to corrosion on either the ground or RF cables. RF cables should also
be checked for nicks or excessive bends. Cable problems should be corrected with replacement
cables.
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AOA RFDU and Antenna Switch
Appendix A AOA RFDU and Antenna Switch

AOA installations require panel antennas separate from the normal receive antennas, and thus
require their own preamps and signal conditioning. The RFDU (Radio Frequency Distribution
Unit) is a set of four filter amplifiers designed to provide this support for AOA installations.
For sites employing a single AOA panel, the panel connects directly to the RFDU. For sites
employing multiple AOA panels, an external antenna switch, either local or tower mounted,
provides the ability to connect up to three AOA panels to a single RFDU. Power and control for
the external switch is provided by the LMU via the Antenna Control connector.
See Appendix B for a description of AOA Antennas.
Figure A-1 RFDU with External Antenna Switch - Front View
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AOA RFDU and Antenna Switch
Figure A-2 RFDU with External Antenna Switch - Rear View

Table A-1 RFDU Specifications
Frequency Ranges:
North American Cellular A
North American Cellular B
PCS
North American Dual Band
European Dual Band
Gain
824 - 835 MHz, 845 - 846.5 MHz

835-849 MHz
1850 - 1910 MHz
A or B plus PCS as above
880-915 MHz plus1710-1785 MHz
14 - 20 dB
Impedance
50 ohms
Temperature Range
-30OC - +70OC
Dimensions
Connectors
Max input level
Power Requirements
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19 and 23 Rack Mounting

18.5D X 18.3W X 5.25H (3U)
(470 x 465 x 134 mm)
Input: TNC female
Output: TNC female
Power Three pin circular
+10 dBm
26.5 VDC @ < 0.8A
Operates over 19 36 VDC
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Appendix B AOA Antennas

The AOA array is a four column linear stacked dipole array. The interior 4 stacked dipole
columns are covered by a nearly flat radome. One needed per sector. A typical array is shown
in Figure B-1.
Input and output ports are mounted on the rear panel of the array as shown in Figure B-2. Four
clearly labeled female N-type connectors allow access to the received RF signal at each of the
four columns. A fifth female N-type connector -- also clearly labeled -- is an input port for the
calibration signal generated by the LMU.
Figure B-1 AOA Antenna Panel (Front)
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AOA Antennas
Figure B-2 AOA Antenna Panel (Rear)

AOA antenna panels are available in three configurations as described in Table B-1 below.
Connections for each are illustrated in Figure B-3.
Table B-1 AOA Antenna Specifications

Band
Cellular
PCS
Dual Band
Dimensions (HxWxD)
48 x 37 x 8
55 x 16 x 5
72 x 36.7 x 7.5
Weight (Lbs.)
61.6 lbs.
35 lbs.
110 lbs.
Max Wind Area
12 ft2
6.2 ft2
18.5 ft2
Max Wind Load
500 lbf @ 100 mph
250 lbf @ 100 mph
740 lbf @ 100 mph
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Dual Band
P P
o o
C r r
A t t
L 1 2
P
o
r
t
3
P
o
r
t
4
Rear View
Figure B-3 AOA Antenna Connections
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List of Abbreviations
ADC
Analog to Digital Converter/Conversion
ALI
Automatic Location Identification
ANI
Automatic Number Identification
AMPS
Advanced Mobile Phone Service
AMU
Abis Monitoring Unit
AOA
Angle of Arrival
APCO
Assn of Public Safety Communications Officials
BCCH
Broadcast Control Channel
BPU
Baseband Processing Unit
BSC
Base Station Controller
BTS
Base Transceiver Station
CAS
Channel Associated Signaling
CCS
Common Channel Signaling
CDMA
Code Division Multiple Access
CEP
Circular Error Probability
CGI
Cell Global Identity
CMRS
Commercial Mobile Radio Service
CPLD
Complex Programmable Logic Device
CSU
Channel Service Unit
DACS
Digital Access and Cross-Connect System
DCE
Data Communications Equipment
DDC
Digital Down Converter
DF
Direction Finding
DGPS
Differential Global Positioning System
DID
Direct Inward Dialing
DS0
Digital Signal 0 (64 kbps carrier)
DSU
Data Service Unit
DSX
Digital Signal Cross-connect
DTE
Data Terminal Equipment
DTP
Drive Test Platform
EEPROM
Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
ESN
Electronic Serial Number
FPGA
Field Programmable Gate Array
FTP
File Transfer Protocol
GCS
Geolocation Control System
GSM
Global System for Mobile Communications
HAP
Host Access Port
Hdop
Horizontal Dilution of Precision
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HSRP
Hot Standby Redundant Protocol
iDEN
Integrated Dispatch Enhanced Network
IL
Inside Left
IR
Inside Right
LAPD
Link Access Protocol on the D-channel
LBW
Left Beam Width
LEC
Local Exchange Carrier
LIM
Line Interface Module
LOM
Lights Out Monitoring
MIB
Management Information Base
MPC
Mobile Position Center
MSC
Mobile Switching Center
NASNA
Natl Assn of State Nine-One-One Administrators
NCAS
Non-Call path Associated Signaling
NEBS
Network Equipment Building Standards
NENA
National Emergency Number Association
NIC
Network Interface Card
NMS
Network Management System
NOC
Network Operations Center
NPA
Numbering Plan Area (Area code)
NPD
Number Plan Digit
NPRM
Notice of Proposed Rule Making
OA&M
Operation, Administration, and Maintenance
OEM
Original Equipment Manufacturer
OL
Outside Left
OR
Outside Right
ORI
Origination Request Invoke
PCB
Printed Circuit Board
PCI
Personal Computer Interface
PCS
Personal Communications System
PDE
Position Determining Entity
Pdop
Position Dilution of Precision
PICMG
PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturers Group
PLL
Phase Lock Loop
PN
Pseudo Random Noise
POTS
Plain Old Telephone Service
PPP
Point to Point Protocol
PPS
Precise Positioning Service

Pulse Per Second
PSAP
Public Safety Answering Point
RBW
Right Beam Width
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RF
Radio Frequency
RFDU
Radio Frequency Distribution Unit
RGA
Return Goods Authorization
RMS
Root Mean Square
Roamer
Wireless user operating away from his home network coverage area.
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indication
RTC
Real Time Clock
Rx
Receiver
SCP
Service/Signal Control Point
SNMP
Standard Network Management Protocol
SOI
Service Order Interface
TDMA
Time Division Multiple Access
TDOA
Time Difference of Arrival
Tdop
Time Dilution of Precision
TIA
Telecommunications Industry Association
TOW
Time of Week
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time
Vdop
Vertical Dilution of Precision
VLAN
Virtual Local Area Network
WBR
Wide Band Receiver
WID
Wireless Integration/Interface Device
LMU
Wireless Location Sensor
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One Company. A World of Solutions.

Andrew Corporation
19700 Janelia Farm Blvd.
Ashburn, Virginia 20147 USA
Customer Support Center

Telephone: 1-703-726-5900
Toll Free: 1-877-GEO-E911
Internet: www.andrew.com
Geometrix is a registered trademark of Andrew Corporation.
Other product names mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
All designs, specifications, and availabilities of products and services

presented in this bulletin are subject to change without notice.
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GPS Antenna ............................................................................................................................ 4

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................... 7

Rack Mounting .......................................................................................................................... 8

Ground Cabling ......................................................................................................................... 9

GCS Cabling ........................................................................................................................... 11

Alarm Cabling (optional) ......................................................................................................... 12

GPS Cabling ........................................................................................................................... 13

GSM BCCH Antenna Cabling (GSM only).............................................................................. 18

GCS T1/E1 Port Setup............................................................................................................ 18

Diagnostics & Verification ....................................................................................................... 23

CHAPTER 3 REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................ 39

Defective Unit Disposition ....................................................................................................... 40

CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 41

Cable Inspection ..................................................................................................................... 41

APPENDIX A AOA RFDU AND ANTENNA SWITCH ..................................................................... 43

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Chapter 1 Equipment Description

1.1 LMU Technical Description

V3 LMU model numbers are designated as follows:

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1800/1900 MHz Receive

850/900 MHz Receive

BTS GPS Antenna

GPS Splitter (optional)

Dry Contact Alarm

Figure 1-1 V3 LMU Base Station Connections

Figure 1-2 V3 LMU Front Panel

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Table 1-1 LMU LED Indicators

Indicates connection established to GCS

Illuminated when performing location processing

Indicates a unit hardware failure

Figure 1-3 Two Channel V3 LMU (LMU2) - Rear Panel

Figure 1-4 Four Channel V3 LMU (LMU4) - Rear Panel

Status LEDs (4)

(Duplicate front panel LEDs)

GPS Antenna connector

RS-232 test port

Option (Alarm) connector

Ethernet test port

GCS (V.35) connector

Cal Source Connector (LMU4 only)

Antenna and BCCH sense connectors

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1) The V3 LMU is not certified to connect directly to the TNV network.

Table 1-3 V3 LMU Specifications

-10 to 55 C The unit will power up at -30C

Relative Humidity (Operating and Storage)