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AAU3920
Hardware Description
Issue 06
Date 2019-09-10
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Hardware Description Contents
Contents
1 AAU3920 Hardware Description.......................................................................................... 1

1.1 Changes in AAU3920 Hardware Description................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 AAU.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.2.1 AAU Exterior.......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2 AAU Functions...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.3 AAU Engineering Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2.4 AAU Ports and Indicators............................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2.5 AAU Combinations............................................................................................................................................................ 13
1.2.6 AAU RET System................................................................................................................................................................ 15
1.2.7 Optical Modules................................................................................................................................................................. 18
1.3 AAU Cables............................................................................................................................................................................. 24
1.3.1 Cable List.............................................................................................................................................................................. 24
1.3.2 AAU PGND Cable...............................................................................................................................................................25
1.3.3 AAU Power Cable.............................................................................................................................................................. 26
1.3.4 CPRI Optical Fiber............................................................................................................................................................. 27
1.3.5 Feeder.................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
1.3.6 AISG Multi-Wire Cable..................................................................................................................................................... 33
1.3.7 AISG Extension Cable....................................................................................................................................................... 34
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Hardware Description 1 AAU3920 Hardware Description
1 AAU3920 Hardware Description
This document provides reference for planning and deploying an active antenna
unit 3920 (AAU3920, which is referred to as AAU in this document). It describes
the exterior, ports, indicators, logical structure, engineering specifications, and
cable types of the AAU.
The exteriors of components or cables in this document are for reference only. The
actual exteriors may be different.
Product Versions
The following table lists the product versions related to this document.
Product Solution Version Product Version

Name
AAU3920 SRAN9.0, SRAN10.1, and later V100R009C00,

V100R010C10, and later
For details about the
software versions of RF
modules, see the related
software and hardware
compatibility description.
Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
● System engineers
● Installation engineers
● Maintenance engineers
Organization
1.1 Changes in AAU3920 Hardware Description
This chapter describes the changes in AAU3920 Hardware Description.
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1.2 AAU
The AAU consists of the radio unit (RU) and antenna unit (AU).
1.3 AAU Cables
This chapter describes AAU cables.
1.1 Changes in AAU3920 Hardware Description

This chapter describes the changes in AAU3920 Hardware Description.
06 (2019-09-10)
This is the sixth commercial release.
Compared with Issue 05 (2018-07-30), this issue does not include any new topics
or exclude any topics.
Compared with Issue 05 (2018-07-30), this issue includes the following changes.
Topic Change Description
1.2.1 AAU Exterior Added information about the AAU

nameplate.
05 (2018-07-30)
This is the fifth commercial release.
Entire document Optimized the document organization

and unified the titles.
04 (2017-02-28)
This is the fourth commercial release.
1.2.3 AAU Engineering Specifications Added the recommended upper-level

circuit breaker specifications of the
AAU.

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03 (2016-12-05)
This is the third commercial release.
● 1.2.4 AAU Ports and Indicators Added the description that the port at
● 1.2.2 AAU Functions the bottom of the AAU supports a
2300 MHz passive module.
● 1.2.5 AAU Combinations
● 1.2.6 AAU RET System
● 1.3.1 Cable List
02 (2015-07-30)
This is the second commercial release.
Entire document Updated the figure of the AAU

exterior.
01 (2015-03-23)
This is the first commercial release.
Compared with Draft A (2015-01-15), this issue does not include any changes.
Draft A (2015-01-15)
This is a draft.
1.2 AAU
The AAU consists of the radio unit (RU) and antenna unit (AU).

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1.2.1 AAU Exterior

The AAU3920 consists of the RU and AU.
Figure 1-1 shows the AAU exterior.
Figure 1-1 Exterior
Figure 1-2 shows the AAU dimensions.

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Figure 1-2 AAU dimensions
An AAU has one composition, that is, one RU is configured on an AU. Figure 1-3
shows the composition.

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Figure 1-3 AAU composition
(1) AU (2) RU
You can obtain the module name, part number, and power supply information of
the AAU on the nameplate on the rear of the AAU, as shown in the following
figure.
NOTE
The nameplate on the AAU in the figure is only for reference.

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Figure 1-4 Nameplate position
(1) Nameplate (2) Module name
1.2.2 AAU Functions

The AAU implements its functions through the AU and RU.
The following figure shows the logical structure of an AAU.

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Figure 1-5 Logical structure of an AAU
An AU performs the following functions:

● Uses two columns of high-frequency antennas, which are shared by the active
and passive modules through a combiner.
● Provides AU arrays, RF combination, feed power, phase-shift network, and
drive system.
● Provides a built-in remote control unit (RCU) to control circuits.
● Provides the power supply channel and communication ports between an AU
and an RU.
● Provides ports for AAU mounting kits.
● Provides ports for connecting to the passive RF modules working in the 2.3
GHz to 2.6 GHz bands.
An RU performs the following functions:
● Uses the wideband technology and supports ultra wideband of 1800 MHz and
2100 MHz. The RU can be configured with only the 1800 MHz frequency
band, only the 2100 MHz frequency band, or both the 1800 MHz and 2100
MHz frequency bands.
● Receives downlink baseband data from the BBU and sends uplink baseband
data to the BBU.
● Down-converts the RF signals into IF signals, amplifies them, and performs
analog-to-digital conversion on the RX channel. Filters signals, performs
digital-to-analog conversion, up-converts the RF signals to the TX band,
combines wideband signals of the 1.8 GHz and 2.1 GHz frequency bands, and
implements digital pre-distortion (DPD) on the TX channel.
● Multiplexes the RX and TX signals of the RF channels.
● Provides the –48 V DC power port and CPRI ports. The CPRI ports are used to
converge and distribute CPRI signals.

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● Provides protection and filtering functions.
1.2.3 AAU Engineering Specifications

This section describes AAU engineering specifications, including input power,
equipment specifications, and power consumption.
For detailed specifications, see AAU3920 Technical Specifications.
Input Power
The following table lists the input power specifications of an AAU.
Table 1-1 Input power specifications
Input Power Voltage Range Recommended Circuit

Breaker Specifications
–48 V DC –36 V DC to –57 V DC 25 A
Equipment Specifications
The following table lists the dimensions and weight of an AAU.
Table 1-2 Dimensions and weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (Excluding Handles and

Mounting Kits)
1450 mm x 320 mm x 188 mm (57.09 35 kg (77.18 lb)

in. x 12.60 in. x 7.40 in.)
Power Consumption
The following table lists the power consumption of an AAU.
Table 1-3 Power consumption
Module Maximum Power Consumption
AAU3920 600 W
NOTE
The maximum power consumption is measured when the ambient temperature is 25°C
(77°F) and the load is 100%. The actual power consumption has a 10% deviation from this
value.

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1.2.4 AAU Ports and Indicators

This section describes the ports and indicators on an AAU.
Ports
The following figure shows the ports on an AAU.
Figure 1-6 Ports and indicators on an AAU
(1) Ports on an RU (2) Ports on an AU (3) Indicators on an RU
The following table describes the ports on an AAU.
Item Silkscreen Description
Ports on the RU PWR –48 V DC power port
RX TX CPRI0 Optical/Electrical port 0
RX TX CPRI1 Optical/Electrical port 1

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Item Silkscreen Description
Ports on the AU 2300-2690(yL)(-) RF ports connected to the

ANT ports on external RF
2300-2690(yL)(+) modules working in 2.3 GHz
2300-2690(yyR)(-) to 2.6 GHz frequency bands
2300-2690(yyR)(+)
AISG IN RET port connected to the

RET port on an external RF
module
AISG OUT RET cascading port connected

to the RET port on an
external RET antenna for tilt
adjustment of the cascaded
antenna
Indicators
The following table describes the indicators on an AAU.
Item Indicator Color Status Meaning
Indicators on RUN Green Steady on There is

an RU power supply,
but the board
is faulty.
Steady off There is no

power supply,
or the board
is faulty.
Blinking (on The board is

for 1s and off running
for 1s) properly.
Blinking (on Software is

for 0.125s and being loaded
off for 0.125s) to the board,
or the board
is not started.
ALM Red Steady on An alarm is

generated,
and the board
must be
replaced.
Steady off No alarm is

generated.

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Blinking (on An alarm is

for 1s and off generated,
for 1s) and the alarm
may be
caused by an
associated
board or port
fault.
Therefore,
you need to
locate the
fault before
determining
whether to
replace the
board.
ACT Green Steady on The board is

functioning
properly with
TX channels
enabled.
Blinking (on The board is

for 1s and off functioning
for 1s) properly with
TX channels
disabled.
CPRI0/CPRI1 Red or green Steady green The CPRI link

is functioning
properly.
Steady red The optical

module fails
to receive or
transmit
signals.
Possible
causes
include that
the optical
module is
faulty and
that the
optical fiber is
broken.

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Blinking red The CPRI link

(on for 1s and is out of lock.
off for 1s) Possible
causes
include that
inter-RAT
clock
synchronizatio
n fails and
CPRI rate
negotiation
fails. You are
advised to
check the
system
configuration
to locate the
fault.
Steady off The SFP

module
cannot be
detected, or
the optical
module is
powered off.
1.2.5 AAU Combinations

An AAU is an active antenna unit that is configured with an RUa3920 by default
and can be connected to RRUs or RFUs on the live network.
NOTE
● When an RF module is installed in the rear plastic housing of an AU, it is called an

active module, shortened to A.
● When an RF module is not installed in the rear plastic housing of an AU, it is called a
passive module, shortened to P.
● In this section, A is an RU, P can be an RRU or RFU provided by Huawei or other
vendors.
The following figure shows the configurations of an AAU.

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Figure 1-7 Configurations of an AAU
Table 1-4 AAU3920 configurations

Illustration AAU Configuration
a ● 1800 MHz A
● 2100 MHz A
● (1800 MHz+2100 MHz) A
b ● 2100 MHz A+2600 MHz P (2T2R/

2T4R)
● (1800 MHz+2100 MHz) A+2600
MHz P (2T4R)
c ● 1800 MHz A+2600 MHz P (2T2R/

2T4R)
● (1800 MHz+2100 MHz) A+2600
MHz P (2T4R)

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Illustration AAU Configuration
d ● 1800 MHz A/2100 MHz A/(1800

MHz+2100 MHz) A+2600 MHz P
(4T4R)
● 1800 MHz A/2100 MHz A/(1800
MHz+2100 MHz) A+2300 MHz P
(4T4R)
1.2.6 AAU RET System

The remote electrical tilt (RET) system of an AAU consists of the remote control
unit (RCU), motor, gearing, and phase shifter. In the RET system, the RCU is used
to remotely adjust the downtilts of AU beams.
RET Function
The RCU in the RET system of an AAU receives control signals from the base
station and drives the gearing in the AU through the step motor to drive the
phase shifter in the AU, thereby adjusting the downtilt of the AU.
The following figure shows the working principle of the RET system of an AAU.
Figure 1-8 Working principle of the RET system of an AAU
RCU Serial Numbers

An AAU has two RCU serial numbers, which are printed on the AU label and
uniquely identify the RCU.
An RCU serial number has 19 characters and its encoding scheme is as follows:
Company code (2 digits) + Device type (7 digits) + Reserved field (2 digits) + Year
(1 digit) + Month (1 digit) + Sequence number (4 digits) + DIN position (1 digit) +
Array position (1 digit).
The following table describes the meaning of each field in an RCU serial number.

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Table 1-5 Meaning of each field in an RCU serial number

Digit Number Field Meaning Field Description
(from Left to
Right)
1 to 2 Company code Always set to HW
3 to 9 Device type Always set to AAU3920
10 to 11 Reserved field Generated randomly
12 Year in which the One character is used to represent the

product is last two digits of a year.
produced For example, the last two digits of the
years 2001 to 2009 are represented by
the characters 1 to 9, respectively. The
letters from A to Z are used to represent
the years starting from year 2010. The
letter A represents 2010 and the
subsequent letters represent the years
following 2010. To avoid confusing O, I,
and Z with 0, 1, and 2, skip these letters.
13 Month in which For example, characters 1 to 9 represent

the product is January to September, respectively. A
produced represents October, B represents
November, and C represents December.
14 to 17 Sequence number Generated in the production process
18 DIN position Always set to 1
19 Array position "L" represents the left AU array, and "R"

represents the right AU array.
RET Configuration Principles

The RET configuration principles are as follows:
NOTE
For the RET control scheme of the AAU and detailed engineering guidelines, see ALD
Management Feature Parameter Description in SingleRAN feature documentation.
● The serial numbers of logical RCUs, which do not have links, can be scanned
by any RET ports.
● Links are not prioritized, and the first-come first-served principle applies to
the links. Only one AISG link can be established for an RCU serial number. If a
link needs to be switched, you must delete the configuration on the link so
that the link can be released.
● After the RCU link is established, the RCU serial number is not displayed in
the scanning result of other RET ports.
● Active and passive modules share the electrical tilt. When each active module
is configured with only one frequency band and each passive module is

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configured with two TX channels and two or four RX channels, TX channels of

active modules and passive modules need to be configured on different
antenna arrays to implement independent RET.
Table 1-6 Mapping between the AU arrays and the TX and RX channels of the RUs
Configurati RU (A) High- Array Position (TX and RX
ons of an Frequency Channels)
AAU RRU (P)
Active Module High-Frequency
Passive Module
1800 A 2T4R - L (2T2R) R (2R) -
2100 A 2T4R - L (2R) R (2T2R) -
(1800+2100) 2T4R+2T4R - ● 1800 A: L -

A (2T2R) R (2R)
● 2100 A: L
(2R) R (2T2R)
1800 A 2T4R 2T4R L (2T2R) R (2R) L (2R) R (2T2R)

+2600 P
2T4R 4T4R L (2T2R) R (2R) L (2T2R) R
(2T2R)
1800 A 2T4R 4T4R L (2T2R) R (2R) L (2T2R) R

+2300 P (2T2R)
2100 A 2T4R 2T4R L (2R) R (2T2R) L (2T2R) R (2R)

+2600 P
2T4R 4T4R L (2R) R (2T2R) L (2T2R) R
(2T2R)
2100 A 2T4R 4T4R L (2R) R (2T2R) L (2T2R) R

+2300 P (2T2R)
(1800+2100) 2T4R+2T4R 2T4R ● 1800 A: L Choose one of

A+2600 P (2T2R) R (2R) the following
● 2100 A: L configurations
(2R) R (2T2R) based on the
connections of
the ports on the
RRU:
● L (2T2R) R
(2R)
● L (2R) R
(2T2R)
2T4R+2T4R 4T4R ● 1800 A: L L (2T2R) R

(2T2R) R (2R) (2T2R)
● 2100 A: L
(2R) R (2T2R)

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Configurati RU (A) High- Array Position (TX and RX

ons of an Frequency Channels)
AAU RRU (P)
Active Module High-Frequency
Passive Module
(1800+2100) 2T4R+2T2R 4T4R ● 1800 A: L L (2T2R) R

A+2300 P (2T2R) R (2R) (2T2R)
● 2100 A: L
(2R) R (2T)a
a: In this scenario, the 2100 A module must be configured in TX and RX

separation mode.
1.2.7 Optical Modules

An optical module transmits optical signals between an optical port and an optical
fiber.
Optical modules of various types must be used in pairs on both ends of an optical
fiber. The following table describes the mapping.
NOTICE
● Each type of optical module has its own mapping. If different types of optical
modules are used, performance risks may arise, for example, alarms, bit errors,
and interrupted links.
● To ensure that optical modules are connected and working properly, Huawei
equipment must be used with the original optical modules. As the compatibility
and quality of third-party optical modules cannot be guaranteed, using such
modules may cause connection exceptions or even damage to the main
equipment.
Table 1-7 Optical module mapping

Optical Module Type Mapping Between the BBU and RRU/AAU
SFP duplex (two-fiber SFP duplex optical modules with the same
bidirectional, duplex for specifications
short) optical module

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Optical Module Type Mapping Between the BBU and RRU/AAU
SFP BIDI (single-fiber SFP BIDI optical modules are used on both sides.
bidirectional, BIDI for ● The receive and transmit wavelengths of
short) optical module optical modules on both sides have the
mapping relationship. For example, if the
receive and transmit wavelengths of the optical
module on the BBU side are 1270TX/1330RX,
those on the RRU side are 1330TX/1270RX.
● Except for wavelengths, the specifications of
optical modules are the same.
QSFP BIDI optical module QSFP BIDI optical modules are used on both sides.
● The receive and transmit wavelengths of
optical modules on both sides have the
QSFP duplex optical QSFP duplex optical modules with the same
module specifications
QSFP SR4 (short distance, QSFP SR4 optical modules with the same
SR4 for short) optical specifications
module
DSFP optical module/SFP The DSFP optical module is used on the BBU side
BIDI optical module and the SFP BIDI optical module is used on the
RRU side.
● The receive and transmit wavelengths of
optical modules on both sides have the
Optical modules can be classified as single-mode and multimode optical modules,

which can be distinguished as follows:
● The puller of a single-mode optical module is blue and the puller of a
multimode optical module is black or gray.
● The transmission mode is displayed as "SM" on the label of a single-mode
optical module and "MM" on the label of a multimode optical module.

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NOTE
● The exterior and label on an optical module in this section are for reference only.
● Optical modules to be installed must match the rates of their corresponding ports.
● Only Huawei-certified optical modules meeting the following requirements can be used
for Huawei wireless devices:
● Requirements of devices on which optical modules are to be installed
● Laser safety requirements in the IEC 60825-1 standard
● General safety requirements in the IEC 60950-1 standard
● The supported maximum remote distance varies depending on the optical module. For
details, see section "CPRI Optical Fiber" in 3900 & 5900 Series Base Station Cables. CPRI
optical fibers are configured based on application scenarios.
SFP Optical Module

The following figure shows the exteriors of SFP optical modules.
Figure 1-9 SFP optical modules
(1) Duplex optical module (2) BIDI optical module
There is a label on each optical module, which provides information such as the
rate, wavelength, and transmission mode, as shown in the following figure.
Figure 1-10 Label
(1) Rate (2) Wavelength (3) Transmission distance (4) Transmission mode

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QSFP Optical Module

QSFP optical modules include 100G BIDI optical modules, 100G SR4 optical
modules, and 100G duplex optical modules.
A 100G BIDI optical module provides an LC connector, as shown in the following
figure.
Figure 1-11 100G BIDI optical module
A 100G SR4 optical module provides an MPO connector, as shown in the following
figure.
Figure 1-12 100G SR4 optical module
A 100G duplex optical module provides a DLC connector, as shown in the

following figure.

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Figure 1-13 100G duplex optical module
There is a label on each QSFP optical module, which provides information such as
the rate, wavelength, and transmission mode, as shown in the following figure.
Figure 1-14 Label structure
(1) Rate (2) Wavelength (3) Transmission mode
DSFP Optical Module

The DSFP optical module is a 2x10G BIDI optical module and provides two LC
ports. Each LC port channel can be configured with a rate independently.
The following figure shows the exterior of a DSFP optical module.

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Figure 1-15 DSFP optical module
NOTE
The DSFP optical module is applicable to the BBU5900A/BBU3910/BBU5900. In the

BBU3910, the DSFP optical module applies to the UBBPg2/UBBPg2a. In the BBU5900/
BBU5900A, the DSFP optical module applies to the UBBPg2/UBBPg2a/UBBPg3.
Optical Module Adapter

The optical module adapter enables cost-effective connections between an SFP
optical port and a QSFP optical port. An SFP optical module inserted in an optical
module adapter can be used for a QSFP optical port.
Optical module adapters include QSA28 and QDA adapters. The exterior of an
optical module adapter is shown in Figure 1-16 or Figure 1-17.
Figure 1-16 Exterior of a QSA28

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Figure 1-17 Exterior of a QDA
1.3 AAU Cables

This chapter describes AAU cables.
1.3.1 Cable List

This section describes the connector types and installation positions of AAU cables,
providing reference for cable installation and replacement.
The following table lists AAU cables.
Table 1-8 Cable list

Cable One End The Other End
Connector Installation Connector Installation

Position Position
PGND cable OT terminal Main ground OT terminal External main

(M6, 16 mm2 terminal of (M8, 16 mm2 ground bar
or 0.025 in.2) the AAU or 0.025 in.2)
AAU power EPC5 INPUT port Depending External

cable connector on the AAU on the power power
equipment equipment
CPRI optical DLC ● CPRI0 port DLC ● CPRI port

fiber connector on the connector on the BBU
AAU ● CPRI0 port
● CPRI1 port on the
on the cascaded
AAU AAU

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Cable One End The Other End
Connector Installation Connector Installation

Position Position
RF jumper DIN male 2300-2690(yL DIN male RF port on the

connector )(+) and connector RRU or RFU
2300-2690(yL
)(-) ports or
2300-2690(yy
R)(+) and
2300-2690(yy
R)(-) ports on
the AAU
AISG multi- DB9 RET port on Standard AISG IN port

wire cable waterproof the RRU AISG female on the AAU or
male connector standard AISG
connector male
connector on
the AISG
extension
cable
AISG Standard Standard Standard AISG IN port

extension AISG male AISG female AISG female on the AAU
cable connector connector on connector
the AISG
multi-wire
cable
1.3.2 AAU PGND Cable

An AAU PGND cable connects an AAU and an external ground bar for proper
grounding of the AAU. The maximum length of an AAU PGND cable is 8 m (26.25
ft).
A PGND cable is a green or green and yellow cable. An OT terminal is installed at
each end of the cable. The following figure shows the exterior of a PGND cable.
Figure 1-18 Exterior of a PGND cable
(1) OT terminal (M6, 16 mm2 or 0.025 in.2) (2) OT terminal (M8, 16 mm2 or 0.025 in.2)

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NOTE
● If the customer prepares the PGND cable, a copper-core cable with a cross-sectional
area of 16 mm2 (0.025 in.2) or larger is recommended.
● One OT terminal must be added to each end of the PGND cable onsite.
● You can determine the color of the cable and whether to use corresponding two-hole
OT terminals based on local regulations.
The following figure shows a two-hole OT terminal.
Figure 1-19 Two-hole OT terminal
1.3.3 AAU Power Cable

An AAU power cable is used to lead external –48 V DC power to AAU. The
maximum distance supported by an AAU power cable is 100 m (328.08 ft).
NOTE
If a power device is provided by the customer, the recommended specification of the circuit
breaker on this power device is 20 A.
Exterior
The following figure shows the exterior of an AAU power cable. The connector at
one end of an AAU power cable is an EPC5 connector and the connector at the
other end depends on the power equipment.
Figure 1-20 AAU power cable
(1) EPC5 connector
Description
The following table describes an AAU power cable.

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Table 1-9 AAU power cable

Cable Wire Wire Color in Most Regions Wire Color in Other
Name Regions
North Europe UK China

America
AAU RTN(+ Black Brown Blue Red

power )
cable
NEG(- Blue Blue Gray Blue
)
Table 1-10 AAU power supply solution and power cable specifications
Recommende National Remote Wire OCB
d Power Standard Distance Specifications of Quantit
Module a Power Cable y
DCDU-12B European 0 m to 70 m 6 mm2 (0.009 in. 0

standards (0 ft to 2)
229.66 ft)
71 m to 100 10 mm2 (0.016 2

m (232.94 ft in.2)
to 328.08 ft)
North 0 m to 100 m 8 AWG (8.2 mm2 0

American (0 ft to [0.013 in.2])
standards 328.08 ft)
NOTE
The AAU3920 uses one DCDU-12B with one group of power cables. The specifications of
the upper-level circuit breakers for the DCDU-12B are 2x80 A.
1.3.4 CPRI Optical Fiber

CPRI optical fibers are classified into multimode and single-mode. They transmit
CPRI signals.
A multimode optical fiber connecting a BBU and an AAU is 150 m (492.13 ft) long
at most. A multimode optical fiber connecting two AAUs is 100 m (328.08 ft) long
at most.
A single-mode optical fiber consists of a single-mode pigtail and a trunk single-
mode optical cable, which are connected through an optical distribution frame
(ODF). A single-mode pigtail is 20 m (65.62 ft) and 70 m (229.66 ft) long at most
on the BBU and AAU sides, respectively.
When the distance between two AAUs is longer than or equal to 100 m (328. 08
ft), a single-mode optical fiber is used.

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NOTE
● The ODF and trunk single-mode fiber optic cable are provided by the customer and
must comply with the ITU-T G.652 standard.
● The ODF is an outdoor transfer box for fiber optic cables, which interconnects the
single-mode pigtail and trunk single-mode fiber optic cable.
● A multimode fiber optic cable and a single-mode fiber optic cable are connected to a
multimode optical module and a single-mode optical module, respectively.
Selection Principle
The following table lists the principles for selecting CPRI optical fibers.
Table 1-11 Principles for selecting CPRI optical fibers

Remote Data Selection Principle Connects...to... Description
Distanc Rate of
e of the
Optical Optical
Fibersa Module
≤ 150 m 2.5– Multimode optical Connects a BBU Multimode and

(492.12 6.144 fiber/Directly to an AAU or single-mode
ft) Gbit/s connected single- connects two optical fibers can
mode optical fiber AAUs be used together
to cascade
9.8–25 Directly connected AAUs.
Gbit/s single-mode optical
fiber
≤ 20 km ≤ 25 Single-mode optical Connects a BBU The single-mode

(12.43 Gbit/s fiber (single-mode to an AAU or pigtail on the
mi.) pigtail and trunk connects two BBU or AAU side
single-mode optical AAUs is connected to
fiber) the single-mode
optical fiber
using the ODF.
a: The remote distance of optical fibers is the distance between the BBU and the
first AAU or the distance between two AAUs.
Exterior
Multimode optical fiber: The multimode optical fiber has a DLC connector at
each end, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 1-21 Multimode optical fiber
(1) DLC connector (2) Breakout cable (3) Label on the breakout cable
NOTE
● When a multimode optical fiber connects a BBU and an AAU, the breakout cable on the
BBU side is 0.34 m (1.12 ft) and the breakout cable on the AAU side is 0.03 m (0.098 ft).
● When a multimode optical fiber connects two AAUs, the breakout cable on both sides is
0.03 m (0.098 ft).
The following figure shows the connection of a multimode optical fiber between a
BBU and an AAU.
Figure 1-22 Connection of a multimode optical fiber between a BBU and an AAU
(1) Multimode optical fiber between a BBU and an AAU
Single-mode pigtail: It has a DLC connector at one end and an FC, LC, or SC
connector at the other end, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 1-23 Single-mode pigtails
(1) DLC (2) Breakout (3) Label on the (4) FC (5) LC (6) SC
connector cable breakout cable connector connector connector
NOTE
● When a single-mode pigtail connects a BBU and an ODM, the breakout cables on the
BBU and ODM sides are 0.34 m (13.39 in.) and 0.8 m (31.50 in.), respectively.
● When a single-mode pigtail connects an ODM and an AAU, the breakout cables on the
AAU and ODM sides are 0.03 m (1.18 in.) and 0.8 m (31.50 in.), respectively.
The following figure shows the connection of a single-mode pigtail.

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Figure 1-24 Connection of a single-mode pigtail
(1) Single-mode pigtail between a BBU and an ODF (2) Single-mode pigtail between an ODF
and an AAU
(3) Single-mode pigtail between an ODM and an AAU -
Selection Principle
The following table describes the principles for selecting CPRI optical fibers.
Table 1-12 Principles for selecting CPRI optical fibers

Remote Selection Principle Remarks
Distance
Shorter than Multimode optical fiber Connects a BBU and an AAU

or equal to When it connects two AAUs, the
100 m distance between the two AAUs
(328.08 ft) must be shorter than or equal to 100
m (328. 08 ft).
Longer than Multimode optical fiber Connects a BBU and an AAU

100 m
(328.08 ft) Recommended: single- The single-mode pigtail on the BBU
and shorter mode optical fiber or AAU side is connected to the
than or (single-mode pigtail and trunk single-mode optical cable
equal to 150 trunk single-mode optical using an ODM.
m (492.12 cable)
ft)

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Remote Selection Principle Remarks

Distance
Greater Single-mode optical fiber

than 150 m (single-mode pigtail and
(492.12 ft) trunk single-mode optical
cable)
Signal Description
The following table describes the labels on and recommended connections for the
breakout cables of a CPRI optical fiber.
Table 1-13 Labels on and recommended connections for the breakout cables of a
CPRI optical fiber
Label Installation Position
Multimode Multimode Single-Mode

Optical Fiber Optical Fiber Pigtail
Between a BBU Between Two (Interconnected by
or an ODF and an AAUs an ODM)
AAU
1A CPRI RX port on CPRI RX port on RX port on the BBU

the AAU AAU 1 or CPRI RX port on
the AAU
1B CPRI TX port on CPRI TX port on TX port on the BBU

the AAU AAU 1 or CPRI TX port on
the AAU
2A ODM or TX port CPRI TX port on ODM

on the BBU AAU 0
2B ODM or RX port CPRI RX port on ODM

on the BBU AAU 0
1.3.5 Feeder
A feeder connects an RRU and an AAU and transmits signals between the base
station and the antenna system.
Exterior
Figure 1-25 shows a feeder with a DIN male connector at each end.

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Figure 1-25 Exterior of a feeder
(1) DIN male connector
1.3.6 AISG Multi-Wire Cable

An AISG multi-wire cable connects an RRU and an AAU to transmit control signals
from a base station to an RET antenna. When the RRU is connected to the RET
antenna, an AISG multi-wire cable transmits RS485 signals. The length of an AISG
multi-wire cable is 5 m (16.40 ft).
NOTE
● An AAU contains built-in RCUs.

● An RCU is a driving motor used for the phase shifter in the RET antenna. It receives
control commands from a base station and runs commands to drive the step motor.
Using a gear, the step motor drives the adjustable phase shifter in the antenna to
change the downtilt of the antenna.
Exterior
The following figure shows the exterior of an AISG multi-wire cable.
Figure 1-26 AISG multi-wire cable
(1) DB9 waterproof male connector (2) Standard AISG female connector
Description
The following table describes an AISG multi-wire cable.

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Table 1-14 AISG multi-wire cable

X1 End (Pin of X2 End (Pin of the Color Wire Type Description
the DB9 Standard AISG
Waterproof Female
Male Connector)
Connector)
White and
blue Twisted
X1.1 X2.1 +12V
pair
Blue
X1.3 X2.3 White and RS485 B

orange Twisted
pair
X1.5 X2.5 Orange RS485 A
X1.4 X2.4 White and - GND

green
X1.9 and X1.4 - - - GND

interconnected
- X2.1 and X2.6 - - +12V

interconnected
- X2.4 and X2.7 - - GND

interconnected
1.3.7 AISG Extension Cable

When the distance between the RRU and the AAU is longer than 5 m (16.40 ft),
an AISG multi-wire cable is not long enough for connection between the RRU and
the AAU. As a result, the AISG extension cable is used to extend the AISG multi-
wire cable. The length of an AISG extension cable is 15 m (49.21 ft).
Exterior
The following figure shows the exterior of an AISG extension cable.
Figure 1-27 Exterior of an AISG extension cable
(1) Standard AISG male connector (2) Standard AISG female connector

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Description
The following table describes an AISG extension cable.
Table 1-15 Description of an AISG extension cable

X1 End (Pin X2 End (Pin Color Wire Type Description
of the of the
Standard Standard
AISG Male AISG
Connector) Female
Connector)
X1.1 X2.1 White and Twisted pair +12 V

blue
Blue
X1.7 X2.7 White and Twisted pair DC Return A

orange
Orange
X1.3 X2.3 White and Twisted pair RS485 B

green
X1.5 X2.5 Green RS485 A
X1.6 X2.6 White and Twisted pair +24 V

brown
Brown

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1.2.1 AAU Exterior

Figure 1-1 Exterior

Figure 1-2 shows the AAU dimensions.

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Figure 1-2 AAU dimensions

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Figure 1-3 AAU composition

The nameplate on the AAU in the figure is only for reference.

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Figure 1-4 Nameplate position

(1) Nameplate (2) Module name

1.2.2 AAU Functions

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Figure 1-5 Logical structure of an AAU

An AU performs the following functions:

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● Provides protection and filtering functions.

1.2.3 AAU Engineering Specifications

For detailed specifications, see AAU3920 Technical Specifications.

Table 1-1 Input power specifications

Input Power Voltage Range Recommended Circuit

–48 V DC –36 V DC to –57 V DC 25 A

Table 1-2 Dimensions and weight

Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (Excluding Handles and

1450 mm x 320 mm x 188 mm (57.09 35 kg (77.18 lb)

Table 1-3 Power consumption

Module Maximum Power Consumption

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1.2.4 AAU Ports and Indicators

Figure 1-6 Ports and indicators on an AAU

(1) Ports on an RU (2) Ports on an AU (3) Indicators on an RU

The following table describes the ports on an AAU.

Item Silkscreen Description

Ports on the RU PWR –48 V DC power port

RX TX CPRI0 Optical/Electrical port 0

RX TX CPRI1 Optical/Electrical port 1

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Item Silkscreen Description

Ports on the AU 2300-2690(yL)(-) RF ports connected to the

AISG IN RET port connected to the