Hardware Description

Base Station System

BS-82 eMicro

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Important Notice on Product Safety

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Elevated voltages are inevitably present at specific points in this electrical equipment. Some of the
parts can also have elevated operating temperatures.
Non-observance of these conditions and the safety instructions can result in personal injury or in prop-
erty damage.
Therefore only trained and qualified personnel may install and maintain the system.
The system complies with the standard EN 60950. All equipment connected has to comply with the
applicable safety standards.

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This document consists of a total of 16 pages. All pages are issue 1

Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1 Main Features of the BS-82 eMicro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 BSS Integration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 BS-82 eMicro Relevant Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2 BS-82 eMicro Hardware Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2.1 Description of the HW Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1.1 Master Cabinet / Master Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.1.1.1 DCU (Dual Carrier Unit) Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.1.1.2 Core Basis (M:COBAM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.1.1.3 Add-on Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.1.1.4 Over Voltage Protection and Tracer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.1.1.5 Backplane Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.1.1.6 Fan Unit (FANM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.1.1.7 Heater (HEATERM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.1.1.8 Frame (F:EMICRO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.1.1.9 Shelter (SH:EMICRO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.1.1.10 Power Supply and Control Unit (ASPSC / DCPSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.1.1.11 Battery (BATTERYM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.1.2 Extension Cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.1.3 Board redundancy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2.1.4 CAN Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

3 Combining Methods and Antenna Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.1 Integrated Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.1.1 INTENNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.2 External Antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.2.1 Dual Carrier Unit with Duplexer (DCUDUXx) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.2.2 Dual Carrier Unit without Duplexer (DCURG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.2.3 Dual Carrier Unit without Duplexer and with Low Gain AMCO . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.2.4 Antenna Structure and Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

4 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.1 Mechanical Data (Size, Weight) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.2 Power Amplifier Output level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.3 Receiver Sensitivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.5 Operating Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

5 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Illustrations
Fig. 1.1 BS-82 eMicro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Fig. 1.2 The BS-82 eMicro and its position within the BSS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fig. 2.1 Overview of the Modular Hardware Concept for the BS-82 eMicro . . . . 13
Fig. 2.2 Configuration of the Master Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fig. 2.3 Backplane structure inside the BS-82 eMicro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fig. 2.4 Base cabinet and base rack design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fig. 2.5 Extension rack design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fig. 2.6 Shelter overview a) base unit + antenna, b) base unit, one add-on module,
no integrated antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fig. 3.1 Overview of the combining methods used in the BS-82 eMicro . . . . . . 27
Fig. 3.2 DCUMx with full combining on air configuration (x = PG (P-GSM), D (DCS),
P (PCS)), only RF signal flow is shown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fig. 3.3 DCURG and its integration into a 2:1 hybrid combining option with a
A:DUAMCO2Mx, (x=PG (P-GSM), D(DCS), P (PCS)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fig. 3.4 DCULGXx and its integration into a 2:1 hybrid combining option with a
A:DUAMCO2Mx, (x = PG (P-GSM), D (DCS), P (PCS)) . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Fig. 3.5 DCULGXx in a 4:1 hybrid combining option with a A:DUAMCO4Mx, (x =
PG (P-GSM), D (DCS), P (PCS)). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Fig. 3.6 Cell numbering for a three cell configuration (top view of the antenna pole)
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Tables
Tab. 2.1 Master Base Unit Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tab. 2.2 Dual Carrier Unit Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Tab. 2.3 Add-on Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Tab. 2.4 Comparison between the modules of the master and the extension cabinet
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1 Introduction

1.1 Main Features of the BS-82 eMicro

The BS-82 eMicro (Enhanced Micro Base Transceiver Station) is a compact micro base
station fully based on the infrastructure of the BTS family. The BR5.5 release offers a
solution for all frequency bands. It covers all features implemented in the BTS with only
a few generic exceptions resulting from the limited volume characteristic of a micro base
station.
The BS-82 eMicro complies with the typical micro base station scenario in terms of vol-
ume, weight, size, handling and installation.

Fig. 1.1 BS-82 eMicro

Here is a short summary of its main features:
• The BS-82 eMicro is designed to handle a maximum of 8 carriers in 2 cabinets. The
carriers are arranged in a modulo 2 configuration. There is only one type of BS-82
eMicro suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
• Its minimum configuration comprises one master base unit with one functional DCU
supplying 2 carriers.
• The base unit can easily be extended by adding one extension base unit (max. con-
figuration).
• The BS-82 eMicro can be configured for the systems D900, D1800 and D1900.
• Dual band configuration is possible for:
– GSM900 and DCS1800
– GSM900 and PCS1900
• Three types of cell configurations are possible for the BS-82 eMicro:
– single cell configurations, where one BS-82 eMicro serves only one cell
– multi cell configurations, where one BS-82 eMicro serves more than one cell
whereby up to 4 cells per base unit and up to 8 cells per BS-82 eMicro can be
supported
– concentric cell configurations, where one cell has 2 supply areas (inner and com-
plete area) that can be used in omnicells as well as in multicells with sectors
• Four types of combining options are supported:

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– combining on air with an integrated antenna

– combining on air with an external antennas
– 2:1 DUAMCO combining with duplexers (two carriers to one external antenna)
– 4:1 DUAMCO combining with duplexers (four carriers to one external antenna)
• Each BS-82 eMicro has one core equipment unit in the master base unit.
• Up to 12 W of output power is available at the antenna connectors.
• BS-82 eMicro sensitivity is better than GSM requirements for the cabinet input (typ.
-116 dBm).
• Antenna Diversity is:
– supported in most standard configurations
– recommended for integrated antenna polarization diversity
• Enhanced full rate TCHs are supported for GSM, DCS and PCS. A new speech cod-
ing algorithm (version 2) improves speech quality. One full rate channel or a full rate
switched dual rate channel is necessary for transmission. All entities in the path from
the MS to the TRAU must support the EFR (Enhanced Full Rate) feature.
• GPRS and HSCSD are supported.
• Synthesizer frequency hopping and baseband frequency hopping are supported.
• Redundancy is not supported.
• Functions of the Abis interface are:
– submultiplexing 4 x 16 kbit/s onto one 64 kbit/s timeslot for handling full rate TCHs
on an Um interface
– handling 4x (2x8) kbit/s onto one 64 kbit/s timeslot for half rate TCHs on an Um
interface
– supporting star, multidrop and loop configurations
– changing PCM line configurations from star to multidrop or loop and vice versa
without any interruption of service
– supporting drop and insert features available on 2 Mbit/s and 1.5 Mbit/s (T1) links
on a 16 Kbit/s and a 64 Kbit/s basis
– supporting a µWave interface
– preparations for providing further terrestrial interfaces, (e.g. NTPM and xDSL)

1.2 BSS Integration

The BS-82 eMicro, which is part of the BSS (Base Station System), comprises all of the
equipment necessary to operate a GSM BSS.
The BSS comprises the base station equipment (transceivers, controllers, etc.) which is
viewed by the MSC (Mobile Switching Center) through a single A-interface as being the
entity responsible for communicating with MSs (Mobile Stations) in a certain area. The
radio equipment of a BSS may support one or more cells.
Physically, the BSS consists of the following network entities:
– the base station controller (BSC)
– the base transceiver station (BS-82 eMicro)
– the transcoding and rate adaptation unit (TRAU)

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Fig. 1.2 The BS-82 eMicro and its position within the BSS

1.3 BS-82 eMicro Relevant Interfaces

Abis interface
The Abis interface is used between the BSC and BTS to support the services offered to
the GSM users and subscribers. The interface also allows the radio equipment and radio
frequency allocation to be controlled in the BTS. The Abis lines can be monitored without
interrupting service.

O interface
The O interface is the interface between the OMC (Operation and Maintenance Center)
and the SBS. It provides a Q3 interface based on the X.25.

T interface
The T interface is a proprietary interface used to connect local maintenance terminals
(LMT) to the various network elements on the SBS.

Um interface
The Um interface is the radio interface used to transmit data between the BS-82 eMicro
and the mobile station.

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2 BS-82 eMicro Hardware Architecture

2.1 Description of the HW Modules

The HW configuration of the BS-82 eMicro is strongly based on a modular structure.
Configurations of the BS-82 eMicro comprising a maximum of 4 TRXs (modulo 2 TRXs)
need only one master cabinet. BTSs with up to 8 TRXs (modulo 2 TRXs) have an addi-
tional extension cabinet which is linked to the master cabinet via a CAN bus and up to
4 CC links (Core CU links). Add-on modules are simply added to the base unit in either
the master or the extension cabinet. The add-on modules are fully integrated into the
architectural concept and are also protected by the outer shelter of the cabinet. The
communication between the master unit and the extension unit is performed via a CAN
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Fig. 2.1 Overview of the Modular Hardware Concept for the BS-82 eMicro
This type of architecture offers defined base configurations, implemented in a base unit
supplying all important functions while conforming to micro base station standards (min-
imum volume). Features requiring more volume can easily be implemented as add-on
modules. All relevant combinations and a considerable variety of terrestrial interface op-
tions can be covered by adding different add-on modules to a base unit. Various config-
urations are available for base units, depending on the required range of frequency and
the options that should be combined. Both the master and the extension cabinet pos-
sess their own power supply as well as a battery backup. Core functionality, however,
is concentrated in the master cabinet.
The minimum volume of the BS-82 eMicro is achieved with a base configuration without
any add-on modules. This base configuration, shown as a block diagram in Fig. 2.2 is
characterized by the following options:
– combining on air
– P-GSM, DCS1800 or PCS1900 frequency ranges
– low volume terrestrial interface option, e.g. PCM30/24

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Hybrid combiners or E-GSM duplexers are handled as add-on modules because of their
increased dimensions.
Backplane

Terrestrial
Interface
Antennae (Abis)

M:COBAM

DCUDUXx
M:TIF
M:OVPTM

ACPSC/DCPSC
FANM

BATTERYM

HEATERM

Fig. 2.2 Configuration of the Master Base Unit

2.1.1 Master Cabinet / Master Base Unit

An overview of the modules used in the master base unit is given in Tab. 2.1. Each of
these modules is equipped with heat sinks (if required) and is encapsulated in a metal
box. Sufficient airflow for convection cooling of the modules is generated by a self con-
trolled central fan unit that is positioned on top of the base unit, having an integrated
temperature sensor which controls the fan. Heating equipment is included in order to al-
low cold starts and for base units operating at low temperatures. Cabling inside the base
unit is performed either via backplane or additional cables.Tab. 2.1 also indicates which
modules are equipped with a CAN bus link, an ESN (Electrical Serial Number) and a 2D-
code label.
Two different types of modules exist:

Type Module Type Description

mandatory modules M:COBAM Each of these modules must be used in the
M:OVPTM master base unit.
(M:OVPTCOAXM)
ACPSC/DCPSC
BATTERYM
FANM
HEATERM
Rack (F:EMICRO)
module groups DCUx One module from each of these groups must
M:TIF be selected to perform a function for a spe-
cific configuration.

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Overview of the Modules used in BS-82 eMicro Configurations

Name Freq. CAN ESN 2D- Remarks

Var. Node/ on Code
Addr. Board Label

DCU family DCU incl.

DCUDUXx M:AMCO2x yes no yes yes not E-GSM
DUXMx
DCURG M:AMCO2x, yes no yes yes E-GSM only, no dupl.
No DUXMx
DCULGx M:AMCO2LGx yes no yes yes all frequencies, no dupl., low gain,
No DUXMX metal box, no electrical functions
CP:DCU no no no yes

TIF family
CP:TIF no no yes PCM30/PCM24 Abis link, metal
box for cooling

M:COBAM e-Micro COBA no yes/yes yes yes COBA module, pure metal box for
CP:COBAM no no yes cooling

ACPSC e-Micro ACDC no yes/yes yes yes ACDC based module: controller
used for AC power, add. alarm
collection functions included

DCPSC e-Micro DC no yes/yes yes yes DC based module: controller used

for DC power, add. alarm collec-
tion functions included

M:OVPTM e-Micro OVPTM no no no yes over voltage protection

CP:OVPTM no no no yes pure metal box for cooling
M:OVPTCOAXM no no no yes over voltage protection
75 Ω coax

BATTERYM e-Micro battery no no no yes backup battery module

Backplane e-Micro Backpane no no no yes backplane module

FANM no no no yes central fan unit: for forced convec-

tion cooling

HEATERAC heater for 110/230 V AC no no no yes heater unit: for cold starts and low
HEATER48 heater for 48 V temp. options
HEATER120 heater for 120 V
HEATER220 heater for 220 V

Rack (F:EMICRO) no no no yes compact rack

Shelter (SH:MICRO) no no no yes shelter of the cabinet

Tab. 2.1 Master Base Unit Modules

x indicates the frequency range (x = PG (P-GSM), EG (E-GSM), D (DCS), P (PCS))

2.1.1.1 DCU (Dual Carrier Unit) Models

Due to the modular structure of the BS-82 eMicro, various configurations are possible
with respect to the frequency range and combining options required. Despite the range
of tolerance offered by add-on modules and even when only one range of frequency is
considered, it is still necessary to have slightly different DCU modules in order to be able
to meet all combining options. Tab. 2.2 shows which add-on module is required for a

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certain configuration. The internal block structures of the DCU modules and their inte-
gration into different combining options can be found in Chapter 3/ Fig. 3.2 to Fig. 3.5.
Each power amplifier (M:PWRSTMx) inside a DCU can be switched on/off separately
via the SIPRO (M:SIPROx). In this way the power consumption of a DCU can be re-
duced considerably if only one TRX of a DCU is used without giving up the RX diversity
of the operating channel.

Module Board Freq. Add-On Module Application

Family Family Var. Required

DCU DCUDUXx yes combining on air, all frequency ranges except E-GSM

DCURG yes A:DUXMEG combining on air, E-GSM

DCULGx yes A:DUAMCOx hybrid combining

CP:DCU no cover plate for cases where no active DCU is required

Tab. 2.2 Dual Carrier Unit Modules

One M:PSUM power supply unit is available for one DCU in the BS-82 eMicro, i.e. for
two carriers. If only one carrier of the DCU is addressed by the M:COBAM, the corre-
sponding power amplifier M:PWRSTM is switched off; whereas the M:PSUM of the com-
plete power supply unit is only switched off when both carriers are addressed.
The test interfaces of M:COBAM / M:SIPROx are located behind a cover plate and can
be reached via the DCU’s front side.

2.1.1.2 Core Basis (M:COBAM)

The M:COBAM is the central core board having 2 PCM30/24 and 8 carrier unit interfaces
(4 DCUs each). It comprises one core board, the COBA module (M:COBA2P8Vx) and
a PID connector board (M:PIDCON). The COBA is adopted from the BTSplus. The PID
connector board routes the COBA’s PID port to the outside of its mechanical housing.
The COBA and the PIDCON modules are properly encapsulated. The essential compo-
nents are the base core controller (BCC), the advanced clock generation (ACLK), the
PCM30/24 Abis interfaces, the DCU interfaces (CC link) and the internal system alarm
interface. It controls the local BS-82 eMicro equipment, generates the system clocks,
provides all interfaces, routes data to the DCUs and handles and provides O&M mes-
sages.
The M:COBAM is only needed once, in the master base unit, to service up to 4 DCUs.
An extension base unit with two additional DCUs is used for more than 4 carriers. The
M:COBAM of the master base unit serves both the DCUs of the master as well as those
of the extension base unit. The extension cabinet does not comprise a M:COBAM mod-
ule; instead, a metal box (CP:COBAM) with no electrical function is used to maintain the
required airflow.
If a failure occurs in the M:COBAM, the entire BS-82 eMicro equipment is out of opera-
! tion. In the case of a M:COBAM failure all active calls are lost.

2.1.1.3 Add-on Modules

The BS-82 eMicro concept offers a large variety of options especially in the field of com-
bining and terrestrial interfaces. This type of functionality is implemented as an add-on
module. In order to keep the base configuration of the BS-82 eMicro and its volume at

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a minimum, the add-on modules are added to the cabinet (master / extension) on top of
the base rack, cabled via the backplane module and mechanically fully integrated into
the cabinet shelter. Each add-on module (when necessary) is separately equipped with
cooling / heating facilities.

Name Freq. CAN/Node/ ESN 2D- Remarks

Var. Addr. on Board Code Label

A:DUXMEG no no no yes duplex filter for E-GSM

A:DUAMCO2Mx yes yes/yes yes yes dual combining module which is

based on DUAMCO modules of BTS

A:DUAMCO4Mx yes yes/yes yes yes combining module which is based on

DUAMCO modules of BTS

A:OVP16ABCM no no no yes over voltage protection for up to 16

external alarms and 8 command
lines

A:TIFMW no no no yes wireless Abis link with µWave con-

nection

Tab. 2.3 Add-on Modules

2.1.1.4 Over Voltage Protection and Tracer

M:OVPTM
The M:OVPTM is responsible for coarse protection of the PCM24 / PCM30 or other TIF
interface ports of the Abis interface against overvoltage. The M:OVPTM additionally pro-
vides interfaces to connect PCM tracers without interruption for monitoring the Abis
lines. RS232 interfaces are located in the EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) section
of the M:OVPTM to support two microwave link equipment units. They also offer light-
ning protection for the configuration equipment connected to the RS232.
The M:OVPTM is located outside the EMI shield in order to terminate possible overvolt-
age before it enters the EMI’s protected area inside the rack.
The board is responsible for the tasks such as:
– lightning protection of PCM lines, future TIF lines, the external synchronization clock
and for microwave configuration equipment on two RS232 interfaces
– the provision of an uninterrupted connection to external monitoring equipment
whereby the lines are decoupled by resistors in order to prevent distortions
– support for 100 Ω / 120 Ω symmetrical lines
– up to 4 four-wire Abis interfaces, two of which can be used for the PCM30 located
on the M:COBAM or for the alternative Abis interfaces located on M:TIFx. The third
and fourth are intended to the additional Abis interfaces located on the M:TIFx.
– an Ethernet interface for easy service access
The interfaces are separated into three logical groups offering:
• external interfaces with lightning protection using WAGO clamps, which include:
– up to 4 four-wire Abis interfaces, two of which can be used for the PCM30 located
on the M:COBAM or for the alternative Abis interfaces located on M:TIFx. The
third one can be used either for the alternative Abis interface located on the
M:TIFx or for alarms from two SRA-L microwave equipment units. The fourth one
can only be used for the alternative Abis interface located on the M:TIFx.

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– external clock synchronization.

– two RS232 lines to the external SRA-L Abis microwave equipment units.
• external interfaces without lightning protection supporting:
– a SUB-D 15 pin female connector for the LMT
– an RJ-45 socket for the LMTs (10BaseT)
– three 6-pin tracer interfaces for two 4-wire Abis lines and one for monitoring the
external clock synchronization.
– a low resistive ground connection to the rack ground
• an interface to the backplane comprising:
– a 50 pin connection to the backplane
– 4 four-wire Abis lines
– an external clock synchronization line
– a standard LMT
– an Ethernet LMT
– 4 SRA-L alarms

M:OVPTCOAXM
The M:OVPTM can be replaced by the M:OVPTCOAXM module. In contrast to the
M:OVPTM, the M:OPTMCOAXM supports 75 Ω asymmetrical Abis lines. An additional
difference is the restriction of the M:OVPTCOAXM to 4 two-wire PCM30 Abis interfaces.
There are no other terrestrial interface ports. In particular, the M:OVPTCOAXM does not
work in connection with the A:TIFMW module!
The M:OVPTCOAXM handles the following tasks:
• lightning protection of PCM lines and the external synchronization clock
• connection of external monitoring equipment without interruption (the lines are de-
coupled by resistors in order to prevent distortions)
• support of 75 Ω coax
• an LMT interface for easy service access
• an Ethernet interface for easy service access
The M:OVPTCOAXM does not need any power supply and there will be no PID EE-
PROM on it. The module’s name and serial number will be printed on a bar code label
only.

2.1.1.5 Backplane Module

All connections between the different modules inside the BS-82 eMicro, which involve
RF cabling (e.g. ribbon cable) are done via the backplane module. As in all other mod-
ules, it only consists of a closed metal box which has small openings to establish the
connections to other modules. Seals are used in the connector zones in order to prevent
polluted air from reaching the modules. The side of the backplane module can be
opened for service and maintenance activities. Several boards, which are mounted in-
side the backplane module, are connected by flat ribbon cables.
All communication to the outside world is achieved via a connection field, which is inte-
grated at the bottom side of the backplane (e.g. connections to the power supply, the
Abis links, the extension cabinet, the CAN bus access and to external alarms). An open-
ing is provided on the upper side, for the RDO (Rack Door Open) alarm and to provide
proper pressure balance. The connection field of the INTENNA, however, is located
near the top of the BS-82 eMicro (for detailed information see Chapter 3.1.1).
When more than 8 signals are being transferred between two or even more boards it is
more economical to combine boards via a backplane instead of using single cables.

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Several backplanes, set up near one another, can be connected via low-cost high-pin
flat cables that transport all of the signals not processed within a specific backplane /
board combination.
There are three kinds of backplane boards in the whole system (backplanes that will be
introduced with OEM products e.g. ACPSC / DCPSC are not considered here):
– a core backplane
– a DCU backplane (capable of comprising 1 DCU unit)
– a TIF backplane
The arrangement of the various backplanes inside a rack is shown in Fig. 2.3.
Connectors for serving the add-on modules are also available on the backplane.
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In order to form a complete system the core backplane connects all system boards via:
– the interface to the M:COBAM board and several connectors to other system units
(e.g. DCUs, TIF backplane, ACPSC / DCPSC and A:DUAMCO) and also provides
two 120 Ω resistors for bus termination of the CAN bus lines.
– one DCU backplane that corresponds to one DCU. The DCU backplane allows sig-
nals to be routed in a chain from the core backplane via the DCU0 backplane to the
backplane of the DCU1.

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– the TIF backplane that comprises the interface to the TIF board, a connector to the
M:OVPTM and several switches (Abis configuration).
Therefore, the backplane is part of the system and its composition. The construction of
the layers also contributes, to a high degree, to proper system operation. The rack ad-
dress information is distributed via backplanes to all modules having CAN bus interfac-
es.
The BS-82 eMicro modules DCU and M:COBAM are connected to the backplane via the
DensiPac Connector System (SMD version) and the SiPac Connector System.

2.1.1.6 Fan Unit (FANM)

The fan is installed to provide the necessary airflow for cooling the base station's com-
ponents. Due to the high thermal losses per volume, the fan unit FANM consists of one
radial blowing fan. A standard fan FANMV1 is used for both master and extension cab-
inets and is independent of the BS-82 eMicro equipment configuration. The fan module
is attached with a snap-in technique and is a unit that can easily be replaced. A sealed
pair of connectors attached between the fan and the backplane supplies the electrical
connection. A casing protects the fan’s electronic parts against environmental influenc-
es.

2.1.1.7 Heater (HEATERM)

A set of heater modules is provided for the cold start of the BTS and for operation at very
low temperatures. The kind of heater module to be used is dependent on the actual pow-
er supply voltage of the BS-82 eMicro, resulting in the following four different types:
– HEATERAC is the heater for both 115 V and 230 V AC power supply
– HEATER48 is the heater for a 48 V power supply
– HEATER120 is the heater for a 120 V power supply
– HEATER220 is the heater for a 220 V power supply
The term HEATERM is used in the following to identify a heater module regardless of its
actual type.
The HEATERM is located in the lower air guide between the upper and lower stage in
order to be able to heat the air before it passes the modules to the upper stage. The
heater module is regulated by its own temperature sensor. The temperature sensor lo-
cated at the top of the base cabinet does not have any impact on the HEATERM.
The heater consists of four metal mounted heating elements and is sealed to ensure IP
54 protection.

2.1.1.8 Frame (F:EMICRO)

The F:EMICRO frame houses all of the HW units representing a fully working BS-82
eMicro system.
It consists of the following two parts:
– an F:MOUNTM frame mount that forms a compatible environment for the electronic
boards and components housed inside; the frame itself consists of an aluminum
structure and a module rack with an U-profile accommodating all of the units. It is
designed to fulfil the requirements of the EMI, product safety and IP (Ingress Protec-
tion), as well as other environmental requirements (e.g. mechanical vibration and
shock).

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– a backplane the name given to the combination of backplane modules F:DCU-BP,

F:COREM-BP and F:TIF-BP, a separate frame around the backplane modules (BP-
FRAME) and the backplane cabling.
Connections are also available for a service cabinet although it is not part of the BR5.5
release. All unused slots of a cabinet must be fitted with covers to enable a balanced
airflow to be achieved.
A standard frame is used for both the base and the extension cabinets. The frame is in-
dependent of various frequency and power supply standards.
The frame houses all of the HW units representing a fully working BS-82 eMicro system
according to ETS 300 019-1-3, class 4.1E. It forms a compatible environment for the
electronic boards and components housed inside. The frame consists of an alumininum
structure, a module-attachment unit shaped as a U-profile for all units. It is designed in
such a way that the requirements regarding EMI, product safety, IP and other environ-
mental requirements (e.g. mechanical vibration and shock) are fulfilled. A sensor oper-
ated by the ACPSC / DCPSC module supervises the temperature inside the frame.

Base cabinet and base rack design

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Extension rack design

Add-On M odule 1

FANM
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Fig. 2.5 Extension rack design

Service Rack Extension

A service rack is not part of release BR5.5 although connectors are available on the PSC
(Power Supply and Control Unit) modules to allow for the future application of a service
rack.

2.1.1.9 Shelter (SH:EMICRO)

The shelter is the overall housing for all of the modules, the fan and the add-on modules
that are mounted in the frame. It provides protection against rain and solar radiation in
cases of outdoor use. A standard type of shelter, SH:EMICROV1, is used for both the
master and the extension cabinets. There is only one shelter for both indoor and outdoor
usage and add-on modules (when in use) comprise their own shelters (SH:EMICRO-
AV1).
The shelter is adept to wall or pole mounting, whereby the frame is then attached to
mounting plates. The shelter itself has no carrying functions. Its function is to provide
protection against the sun (by shielding the radiation and isolating the units within) and
rain (a strict IP54 protection is performed at the module level) as well as against inad-
missible access.

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no integrated antenna

2.1.1.10 Power Supply and Control Unit (ASPSC / DCPSC)

There are three different power supplies and control units available:
– ACPSC for 230V AC
– ACPSC for 120V AC
– ACPSC for -48V AC
The ACPSC / DCPSC modules consist of:
– AC distribution with rectification (ACPSC only), DC distribution, EMI filters, lightning
protection, and signal distribution
– a controller board with battery and rectifier supervision (ACPSC only) and alarm in-
terfaces.

Power supply
There are two different power supply and control units, ACPSC and DCPSC.
ACPSC is used for an AC power supply and DCPSC for a DC power supply.
The power supply units are responsible for the following functions:
• supplying all -48V consumers within the BS-82 eMicro
• switching the -48V power off in the case of an overheatedor underheated base unit
• providing a lightning protected -48V power supply e.g. for microwave terrestrial in-
terface
• charging and supervising the battery backup system (ACPSC only)
• feeding the HEATERM module
• supervising the rectifier (ACPSC only)
• offering EMI filtering and lightning protection
• providing a fuse and a switch on input side

Control unit
The ACPSC / DCPSC modules perform central control and alarm collection functions.
These alarms and a digital temperature value are communicated to the M:COBAM via
a CAN bus.
The control tasks offered by the ACPSC/DCPSC modules are:
• alarm collection and messaging
• collection and messaging of the 16 external and the 16 BS-82 eMicro internal alarms
via the CAN bus

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Primary DC power distribution and security aspects

The BS-82 eMicro supports a decentralized power supply unit which supplies the BS-82
eMicro with the following options:
• a 48 V DC mass connected to the plus pole. This DC voltage is preferably delivered
by an external (customer) power source.
• a 102 to 264 V AC mass that is either distributed directly or first converted to a 48 V
DC mass connected to the plus pole, and then distributed.
All ranges of the DC voltage required by a specific board or unit that deviate from -48 V
DC are generated onboard using their own DC/DC converter. DC/DC converter alarms
are processed individually on each module and forwarded to the M:COBAM board using
the CAN bus or the CC link connection.
Boards and modules which are related to a carrier (i.e. DCU), all generic boards (i.e.
M:COBAM) and boards / modules related to a cell have a DC/DC converter for each on-
board module.
All modules with onboard DC/DC converters have their own fuse to protect the board
circuits and avoid an impact on other boards or rack cabling. This allows the use of one
breaker in the fuse panel for more than one board without a lack of security and with a
minimum number of breakers. There is no backup battery provided for an BS-82 eMicro
using a 48 V DC power supply.

AC power supply and security aspects

All cabinets of the BS-82 eMicro equipment are equipped with an internal backup battery
(BATTERYM). The battery supplies the BS-82 eMicro equipment in the case of an AC
mains breakdown. In order to be able to keep the BS-82 eMicro equipment in the oper-
ation mode for an extended time, it is necessary to switch the BS-82 eMicro equipment
to the zero carrier configuration in the involved cabinet. The power of the DCU modules
will then be shut off.

2.1.1.11 Battery (BATTERYM)

Each cabinet (base and extension) can be equipped with one BATTERYM module (ca-
pacity 4.5Ah) to be used in case of an AC power supply breakdown.
The BATTERYM is controlled by the ACPSC unit for charging, switching on/off, warm-
ing-up, and alarming. In cases when the input power supply is interrupted, the battery
unit will be switched on and will supply -48 V DC to the BS-82 eMicro to ensure that it
continues to work without interruption. A backup time of at least 5 minutes is guaranteed
for worst case conditions, nearly one hour with typical applications (2TRXs full output
power) and with the feature emergency configuration there are even longer times pos-
sible.

2.1.2 Extension Cabinet

The basic difference between a master cabinet and an extension cabinet is that the ex-
tension cabinet does not require an M:COBAM board since the master cabinet’s M:CO-
BAM board can process up to 8 TRXs. As a result, no terrestrial interface options have
to be supported in the extension cabinet; instead of the M:COBAM board a simple metal
box (CP:COBA) has to be inserted in the relevant slot to ensure adequate airflow for
cooling. Communication between the two cabinets is performed via a CAN bus and CC
links. The required cabling is assembled in a shielded and grounded flexible metal tube,

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which provides lighting protection but no over voltage protection. The CAN bus will be
used for alarm transfer and some switching tasks (e.g. A:DUAMCO). Differences and
common properties of the master and the extension cabinet are overviewed in Tab. 2.4.

Master Cabinet Extension Cabinet

DCU options DCU options
F:BAPM F:BAPM
M:TIF no M:TIF, CP:TIF used instead
M:COBAM no M:COBAM board, CP:COBA used instead
M:OVPTM no M:OVPTM board, CP:OVPTM used instead
ACPSC, DCPSC ACPSC, DCPSC
Battery Battery
Heater Heater
FANM FANM
Rack (F:MOUNTM) Rack (F:MOUNTM)
Shelter Shelter

Tab. 2.4 Comparison between the modules of the master and the extension cabinet

2.1.3 Board redundancy

There is no HW redundancy foreseen for the BS-82 eMicro.
The BCCH redundancy is handled by the software. The task ’BCCH reconfiguration’
runs on the BS-82 eMicro equipment and its functionality is independent of the type of
antenna combining in use.

2.1.4 CAN Bus

The BS-82 eMicro equipment supports a CAN bus node for those modules not having
an O&M bus interface to the core. The fault tolerant CAN bus with its CAN protocol (ISO
standard 11898 with bus failure management and fault confinement) is used in the BS-
82 eMicro as a serial alarm and command bus.
The CAN bus is responsible for transmitting non realtime data; its functionality handles
alarm messages, control data and PID (Product Information Data).

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3 Combining Methods and Antenna Diversity

The original CU of the BTS takes care of all carrier-oriented tasks. The task of the DCU
modules of the BS-82 eMicro is to perform the functionality of two CUs within one mod-
ule (modulo 2 concept).
Combining functions for DCUDUX variants (combining on air) are integrated into the
DCU module in addition to a pure CU LNA / splitter. Combining functions for DCULGs
are solved via the A:DUAMCOM modules. In the uplink (UL) direction two RF signals
(one for each carrier) are received, amplified and finally converted into TRAU frames
and signaling data.

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Fig. 3.1 Overview of the combining methods used in the BS-82 eMicro
Additionally, the RF signals are split in order to be able to supply the diversity for the
receiving path. In the downlink (DL) direction the TRAU frames and the signaling data
are received for both carriers and converted into GMSK modulated RF signals, which
are amplified to the desired power level. The four different types of DCU modules that
are used in the BS-82 eMicro are DCUDUXx, DCURG, DCULGx and CP:DCU. The ’x’
attached to the module names indicates that different versions of these modules are
available depending on the selected frequency range in use. The use of these modules
is also illustrated in Chapter 2/Tab. 2.2. The first three of the modules mentioned above
differ in the way they are equipped with M:AMCO2 / M:AMCO2LG modules and DUXx
duplex filters. In contrast, the last one, CP:DCU, has no electrical functionality whatso-
ever and simply consists of a metal box. The CP:DCU is always required when less than
three TRXs are supported in order to avoid the bypassing of the airflow which is gener-
ated by a central fan unit. Nevertheless, the CP:DCU (as well as the DCU) will be IP 54
tight in direction of the backplane. The differences between the various variants of the
DCU family are explained in more detail in the following subsections.

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3.1 Integrated Antenna

3.1.1 INTENNA
The intergrated antenna (INTENNA) is an option which uses dual slanted patch anten-
nas. This type of antenna complies with the mechanical dimensions of the BS-82 eMicro
even in the ’long wave’ GSM900 frequency range. Furthermore, its flat shape makes it
possible to integrate it into the overall mechanical concept, allowing the antenna to be
hidden by an inconspicuous design.
The INTENNA is removable and can be run remotely from the BS-82 eMicro in which
case the INTENNA is connected to the BS-82 eMicro by the connector field at the bot-
tom.
Each INTENNA consists of four independent wide band antennas, i.e. that one INTEN-
NA is sufficient for a fully equipped cabinet.
Three frequency dependent versions are available:
– 900 MHz (RE-GSM)
– 1800/1900 MHz (DCS and PCS)
– 900 and 1800/1900 MHz (2 antennas each)
The horizontal beam width is >65° for 900 MHz and >80° for 1800/1900 MHz.

3.2 External Antennas

Several combining options are offered to connect the TRXs of the BS-82 eMicro and the
antennas:
– on air combining where each TRX is connected to an antenna
– DUAMCO combining which makes it possible to connect two or four TRXs to each
antenna using the either the DUAMCO2Mx or the DUAMCO4Mx combiner. These
DUAMCOs are realized as add-on modules.
It is also necessary to select the appropriate dual carrier unit (DCU) depending on the
combining option chosen.

3.2.1 Dual Carrier Unit with Duplexer (DCUDUXx)

The DCUDUXx variant is configured for full on-air combining (see Fig. 3.2), i.e. that the
antennas can be connected directly to the DCU.
The DCUDUXx includes additional duplexers to combine the uplink and downlink direc-
tions to one antenna for each carrier. In the uplink direction an LNA amplifies the re-
ceived RF signal in order to achieve higher sensitivity.
The DCUDUX comprises the following sub units:
– 2x Power Stage (M:PWRSTM)
– 2x Amplifier Coupler (M:AMCO2)
– 2x Duplexer (DUXM)
– 2x Analog Receiver Board (M:RXA)
– 2x Analog Transmitter Board (M:TXA)
– 2x Signal Processing Unit (M:SIPRO)
– 1x Power Supply Unit (M:PSUM)
– 1x DCU Connector (M:DCUCON)
Its range of frequency is: P-GSM900, DCS1800 and PCS1900.

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The DCUDUXx comprises the following external interfaces:

Impedance 50 Ω
Connector type RF input/output to antenna SMA female (2x)

DUXMx

M:AMCO2x M:RXAx

M:SIPROx
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ANTENNA RXFIL M:COBAM

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M:PWRSTMx M:TXAx

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DCUDUXx

Fig. 3.2 DCUMx with full combining on air configuration (x = PG (P-GSM), D (DCS),
P (PCS)), only RF signal flow is shown

3.2.2 Dual Carrier Unit without Duplexer (DCURG)

The DCURG variant is configured for common use with the A:DUAMCOYM combining
equipment to achieve a full on-air combining configuration for the E-GSM frequency
band. In fact, the only difference in comparison to the DCUDUX is that the duplexers are
missing because the duplexers are realized in the A:DUAMCOYM add-on module for
this type of configuration.
The DCURG comprises the following sub units:
– 2x Power Stage (M:PWRSTM)
– 2x Amplifier Coupler (M:AMCO2R)
– 2x Analog Receiver Board (M:RXAG)
– 2x Analog Transmitter Board (M:TXAG)
– 2x Signal Processing Unit (M:SIPROG)
– 1x Power Supply Unit (M:PSUM)
– 1x DCU Connector (M:DCUCON)
Its range of frequency is: R-GSM900 (The DCURG unit covers the entire R-GSM900
range, the duplexers comprise the only restriction to E-GSM.)
The DCUR comprises the following external interfaces:

Impedance 50 Ω
RF inputs for two carriers from the A:DUXMEG combining equipment SMA male (2x)
RF outputs for two carriers to the A:DUXMEG combining equipment SMA female (2x)

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Fig. 3.3 DCURG and its integration into a 2:1 hybrid combining option with a
A:DUAMCO2Mx, (x=PG (P-GSM), D(DCS), P (PCS))

Antenna combining
The main task of antenna combining is to feed several transmitters to the antenna sys-
tem; this function is solely performed by duplex combining in the BS-82 eMicro. DUAM-
CO combining can be done with combiners for 2 or 4 carriers whereby the insertion loss
is much higher when using the A:DUAMCO4Mx than with the A:DUAMCO2Mx.
The number of antennas to be used is a function of the TX combining equipment. Two
antennas per cabinet can be installed when an A:DUAMCO2Mx is used; with an
A:DUAMCO4Mx only one antenna can be installed per cabinet.
A DCULGx unit is used in connection with the A:DUAMCOM modules. In contrast to the
DCUDUXx unit of Fig. 3.2, the DCULGx displayed in Fig. 3.4 does not contain any du-
plex filtering and the M:AMCO2x modules are replaced by M:AMCO2LGx modules com-
prising only simple splitter functions.

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A:DUAMCO2Mx
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Fig. 3.4 DCULGXx and its integration into a 2:1 hybrid combining option with a
A:DUAMCO2Mx, (x = PG (P-GSM), D (DCS), P (PCS))

3.2.3 Dual Carrier Unit without Duplexer and with Low Gain AMCO
The DCULGx is configured for common use with the DUAMCO combining equipment to
achieve a hybrid combining configuration for two carriers with the A:DUAMCO2M or for
four carriers with the A:DUAMCO4M. The DCULGx contains no duplexers and is con-
figured with a different LNA unit, M:AMCO2LGx. This is caused by the A:DUAMCOyM
which amplifies the received RF signal. The M:AMCO2LGx simply consists of a splitter
dividing the received signal between the two RXA boards into two output signals (diver-
sity).
The DCULGx comprises the following sub units:
– 2x Power stage (M:PWRSTM)
– 2x Amplifier Coupler (M:AMCO2LG)
– 2x Analog Transmitter Board (M:TXA)
– 2x Analog Receiver Board (M:RXA)
– 2x Signal Processing Unit (M:SIPRO)
– 1x Power Supply Unit (M:PSUM)
– 1x DCU Connector (M:DCUCON)
Its range of frequency comprises R-GSM900, DCS1800 and PCS1900.
The DCULGx comprises the following external interfaces:

Impedance 50 Ω
RF inputs for two carriers from the combining equipment A:DUXMEG SMA male (2x)
RF outputs for two carriers to the combining equipment A:DUXMEG SMA female (2x)

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M :A M C O2 L G x SI
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Fig. 3.5 DCULGXx in a 4:1 hybrid combining option with a A:DUAMCO4Mx, (x =

PG (P-GSM), D (DCS), P (PCS))

3.2.4 Antenna Structure and Diversity

Considering that the BS-82 eMicro is designed to serve 1 to 8 cells and that it is neces-
sary to know which hardware modules are connected to which cell for various purposes
(service and O&M) it thus requires a scheme for cell numbering. The numbering, seen
from the top to the antenna pole, starts at an azimuth angle of 0 degree (North) and ro-
tates clockwise. The first existing cell, whose beam center line lies at 0 or more degrees
is defined as cell number 0 (or sector 0). The next one following in the same direction is
the cell number 1, etc. In the case of an omnicell the cell number is zero.
0°

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The following three options are available for defining antenna diversity:
– FD - Full Diversity (standard)
– PD - Partial Diversity (option)
– ND - No Diversity (option)

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4 Technical Data
The BS-82 eMicro equipment serves 1 to 8 carriers per cell, that means 1 to 64 physical
channels per cell; those not in use as control channels are free to be used as TCHs. One
physical channel can handle one full rate or two half rate traffic channels. The ratio of
full rate to half rate TCHs depends on the operator’s requirements. Full rate and half rate
traffic channels support the following configurations:

Full rate TCH: TCH/F + FACCH/F + SACCH/TF

Dual rate TCH: TCH/F + FACCH/F + SACCH/TF or
TCH/H ( 0,1) + FACCH/H ( 0,1) + SACCH/TH ( 0,1)

4.1 Mechanical Data (Size, Weight)

Characteristics Indoor/Outdoor

max. TRXs per set of BS-82 eMicro equipment 8

max. TRXs per cabinet 4
single cell configuration One set of BS-82 eMicro equipment serves one cell
multi cell configuration One set of BS-82 eMicro equipment serves up to 8 cells
cabinet’s dimensions 70 x 40x 36cm3
cabinet’s net volume 69 liters
height of each add-on module 10 cm
max. number of add-on modules 7
typical power consumption (2 TRX) 220 W
maximum power consumption (W) ACPSC: 860 W, DCPSC: 730 W
inc. add-on modules (without heater) ACPSC: 1800 W, DCPSC: 1500 W
with heater
typical weight (2TRX) 54 kg

4.2 Power Amplifier Output level

DCUs offering the following RF output power (at the antenna connector) are available.
Output Power Range (antenna output) for all frequency bands are as follows:
-7 dBm* - 40.6 dBm (11.6 W), with DCUDUX (GSM)
3 dBm* - 40.6 dBm (11.6 W), with DCUDUX (DCS/PCS)
-7 dBm* - 37.2 dBm (5.2 W), DCULG, A:DUAMCO2M (GSM)
3 dBm* - 37.0 dBm (5.0 W), DCULG, A:DUAMCO2M (DCS/PCS)
-7 dBm* - 34.2 dBm (2.6 W), DCULG, A:DUAMCO4M (GSM)
3 dBm* - 34.0 dBm (2.5 W), DCULG, A:DUAMCO4M (DCS/PCS)
* with dynamic power control

4.3 Receiver Sensitivity

≤ 110dBm (typ. -116 dBm)

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4.4 Capacity
No input

4.5 Operating Temperature

The operating temperatures for the BS-82 eMicro equipment range from -45°C to +55°C
(i.e. 50°C ambient plus an estimated 5°C temperature rise from the absorption of solar
radiation). For a total thermal loss of 860 W, the temperature of the digital components
must not exceed 70°C. Therefore, the maximum airflow is 200 m³/h, leading to an airflow
pressure drop of approximately 150 Pa (calculated values).
Add-on modules having a high heat dissipation have to supply their own cooling system
(e.g. convection or fan support).
Several temperature values are defined in the BS-82 eMicro. Some precautions have
been taken to protect the units and to avoid damage in the high temperature range (be-
yond HT1) e.g.:
– In the normal temperature scale, a fan takes care of a controlled airflow from low
speed ventilation at lower temperatures to high speed ventilation at higher temper-
atures.
– At the second high temperature value HT2, the BS-82 eMicro will be additionally
switched to emergency operation to reduce power consumption.
– When the temperature continues to rise to a third high temperature value HT3, the
BS-82 eMicro will be immediately switched to the zero carrier configuration, that
means all of the DCUs will be switched off.
– When the temperature reaches the absolute high limit HTL, the power for the com-
plete BS-82 eMicro will be switched off. This action is reversible and the BS-82 eMi-
cro goes back into normal operation when the temperature falls below point HT1
(lower than HT2).

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5 Abbreviations
BS-82 eMicro Enhanced Micro Base Transceiver Station
BSC Base Station Controller
BSS Base Station System
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CAN Controller Area Network
CC Call Control
COBA Core Basis
CU Carrier Unit (TRX)
DCS Digital Communication System
DCU Dual Carrier Unit (2 TRX)
DL Downlink
EFR Enhanced Full Rate
E-GSM Extended GSM
EMI Electro Magnetic Interference
ESN Electrical Serial Number
FACCH Fast Associated Control Channel
GMSK Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
GSM Global System for Mobile Communication
HSCSD High Speed Circuit Switched Data
HW HardWare
IP Ingress Protection
LMT Local Maintenance Terminal
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
MS Mobile Station
MSC Mobile Switching Center
NTPM Network Termination for PCM30
OMC Operation and Maintenance Center
PCS Personal Communication System
PID Packet IDentification
PSC Power Supply and Control Unit
RDO Rack Door Open
SACCH Slow Associated Control Channel
SBS Siemens Base Station System
TCH Traffic CHannel
TRAU Transcoding and Rate Adaption Unit
TRX Tranceiver
UL UpLink
X.25 Network Protocol on Network Layer Level
xDSL (variant of) Digital Subscriber Line

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