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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USER’S MANUAL

Optical Master Unit Mark II


Product Description and User’s Manual

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About This Manual


This Product Manual provides the following information:
•  Description of the OMU Unit
•   Procedures for setup, configuration and checking the proper operation of the unit
•   Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures

For whom it is Intended


This Product Manual is intended for experienced technicians and engineers. It is assumed that the
customers installing, operating, and maintaining Axell Wireless Remotes are familiar with the basic
functionality of Remotes.

Notice
Confidential - Authorized Customer Use
This document may be used in its complete form only and is solely for the use of Axell Wireless
employees and authorized Axell Wireless channels or customers. The material herein is proprietary to
Axell Wireless. Any unauthorized reproduction, use or disclosure of any part thereof is strictly
 prohibited.
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Disclaimer of Liability
Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. Axell Wireless reserves the right to change
the contents without prior notice. The information furnished by Axell Wireless in this document is
 believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Axell Wireless assumes no responsibility for its use.
In no event shall Axell Wireless be liable for any damage resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or
loss of profits and Axell Wireless further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental,
special, consequential or other similes damages. This disclaimer of liability applies to all products,
 publications and services during and after the warranty period.

Safety Instructions and Warnings


Throughout this manual, important safety warnings and admonishments are included to warn of
 possible hazards to persons or equipment. A safety warning identifies a possible hazard and then
describes what may happen if the hazard is not avoided. The safety warnings –  in the form of
Dangers, Warnings and Cautions must be followed at all times. These warnings are flagged by the
use of a warning icon, usually the triangular alert icon seen below. The exclamation point within the
triangular alert icon is intended to warn the operator or service personnel of operation and
maintenance from factors relating to the product and its operating environment, which could pose a
safety hazard.

Exclusive Remedies
The remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. Axell Wireless shall not
 be viable for any direct, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any
legal theory.

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References
References to standards apply as relevant to the remote type being connected to the OMU II. Please
see respective remote manual for details.

Guarantees
All antennas must be installed with lightning protection. Damage to power modules, as a result of
lightning are not covered by the warranty.

General Safety Warnings Concerning Use of This System


Always observe standard safety precautions during installation, operation and maintenance of this
 product.
Throughout this manual, there are "Caution" warnings. "Caution" calls
attention to a procedure or practice, which, if ignored, may result in
injury or damage to the system, system component or even the user. Do
Caution labels!  not perform any procedure preceded by a "Caution" until the described
conditions are fully understood and met. 

To prevent electrical shock when installing or modifying the system


 power wiring, disconnect the wiring at the power source before working
Danger: Electrical Shock   with un insulated wires or terminals. 

RF radiation, (especially at UHF frequencies) arising from transmitter


outputs connected to AWL’s equipment, must be considered a safety
hazard.
This condition might only occur in the event of cable disconnection, or
 because a ‘spare’ output has been left un-terminated. Either of these
conditions would impair the system’s efficiency. No investigation
should be carried out until all RF power sources have been removed.
This would always be a wise precaution, despite the severe mismatch
 between the impedance of an N type connector at 50Ω, and that of free
space at 377 Ω, which would severely compromise the efficient
radiation of RF power. Radio frequency burns could also be a hazard, if
any RF power carrying components were to be carelessly touched!
Antenna positions should be chosen to comply with requirements (both
local & statutory) regarding exposure of personnel to RF radiation.
Caution: RF Exposure When connected to an antenna, the unit is capable of producing RF
 
field strengths, which may exceed guideline safe values especially if
used with antennas having appreciable gain. In this regard the use of
directional antennas with backscreens and a strict site rule that
 personnel must remain behind the screen while the RF power is on, is
strongly recommended.
Where the equipment is used near power lines or in association with
temporary masts not having lightning protection, the use of a safety
earth connected to the case-earthing bolt is strongly advised.

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•   Before installing or replacing any of the equipment, the entire


manual should be read and understood. 
•   The user needs to supply the appropriate AC or DC power to the
equipment. Incorrect power settings can cause damage to the
equipment and cause injury to the user.
Caution: Safety to
•  Please be aware that the equipment may, during certain conditions
 personnel.
   become very warm and can cause minor injuries if handled without
any protection, such as gloves 
•  All servicing must be carried out by certified servicing engineers. 
•   When installing, replacing or using this product, observe all safety
 precautions during handling and operation. Failure to comply with
the following general safety precautions and with specific
 precautions described elsewhere in this manual violates the safety
standards of the design, manufacture, and intended use of this
Caution: Safety to  product.
equipment •  Axell Wireless assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
 
comply with these precautions. This entire manual should be read
and understood before operating or maintaining the remote. 
•  All servicing must be carried out by certified servicing engineers. 
Observe electrostatic precautionary procedures. 
ESD = Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Device.
Semiconductor transmitters and receivers provide highly reliable
 performance when operated in conformity with their intended design.
However, a semiconductor may be damaged by an electrostatic
Attention: Electrostatic discharge inadvertently imposed by careless handling.
Sensitivity Static electricity can be conducted to the semiconductor chip from the
centre pin of the RF input connector, and through the AC connector
 pins. When unpacking and otherwise handling the remote, follow ESD
 precautionary procedures including use of grounded wrist straps,
grounded workbench surfaces, and grounded floor mats. 
Equipment described in this manual are equipped with class 1 lasers, as
 per definition in EN 60825-1
Caution - Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation.
Exercise caution as follows:
•   Do not stare into beam or view with optical instruments. Optical
transmitters in the fibre optic converter can send out high energy
invisible laser radiation. There is a risk for permanent damage to
the eye.
•   Always use protective cover on all cables and connectors which are
not connected.
Caution: Class 1 Laser
•    Never look directly into a fibre cable or a connector.
•   Consider that a fibre can carry transmission in both directions.
•   During handling of laser cables or connections, ensure that the
source is switched off.
•   Regard all open connectors with respect and direct them in a safe
direction and never towards a reflecting surface. Reflected laser
radiation should be regarded as equally hazardous as direct
radiation.

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Table of Contents
1  Int ro duc ti on ................................................................................................................. 1 
1.1 Featu res ................................................................................................................................ 2
1.2   Ar ch it ect ur e .......................................................................................................................... 3  
1.3  OMU II Mod els and Order in g Informat ion .......................................................................... 4  
1.4  Point-of-Interface (POI) ........................................................................................................ 5  
1.5  Suppo rted Combi natio ns of High-po wered and Low -powered Units ............................. 5  
1.5.1  OMU II Topology with 24 MBF-20 Remotes ............................................................. 6 
1.5.2  OMU II Topology with Eight High-Power Remotes ................................................... 6 
1.6  OMU II Front Panel Modules ............................................................................................... 7  
1.6.1  WDM Fibre Optic Converter ...................................................................................... 7 
1.6.2  Optic Splitter .............................................................................................................. 8 
1.6.3  RF Splitter and RF Combiner Modules ..................................................................... 8 
1.6.4  Control Module .......................................................................................................... 9 
1.6.5  External Alarm and Battery Module........................................................................... 9 
1.6.6  Modem Unit ............................................................................................................... 9 
1.6.7  Modem Antenna ...................................................................................................... 10 
1.6.8  Rack Communication Board .................................................................................... 10 
1.7  OMU Rear Panel Power and RF Interfac es ......................................................................11  
1.7.1  Rear Panel for One or Two Service Connections ...................................................11 

2  Install atio n .................................................................................................................12 


2.1  Installation Overview ......................................................................................................... 12  
2.2  Unp ack in g ........................................................................................................................... 12  
2.3  Mounting in Rack ............................................................................................................... 12  
2.4  Grounding – GND LUG ...................................................................................................... 13  
2.5  RF Conn ecti on s – Sing le Secto r .......................................................................................14  
2.6  Fibre Optic Connections ................................................................................................... 14  
2.7  Exter nal Alar m and Relay Conn ecti ons ........................................................................... 16  
2.8  Mod em Con necti on s ..........................................................................................................16  
2.8.1  GPRS Modem SIM Card Installation ....................................................................... 17 
2.8.2  Wireless Modem Antenna Connections .................................................................. 17 
2.8.3  PSTN Modem .......................................................................................................... 17 
2.9  Pow er Con nec ti on s ............................................................................................................18  
2.9.1  Power Cable Connections for Single/Dual Sector Rear Panel ...............................18 
2.9.2  Power Up ................................................................................................................. 19 
2.10 RF Spli tt er/Com biner Inst allat ion ..................................................................................... 19  

3  OMU Commi ssioni ng Procedu re ............................................................................. 20 


3.1  Initiate Local Web Session ................................................................................................ 20  
3.1.1  Supported Browsers ................................................................................................ 20 
3.1.2  Opening a Local W eb Session to the OMU II ......................................................... 20 
3.1.3  Opening a Local USB Session to the OMU II .........................................................23 
3.1.4  Login to the OMU II ................................................................................................. 24 
3.2  Navigating the Web Interface ............................................................................................ 25  
3.2.1  Management Options Buttons ................................................................................. 25 
3.2.2  Home Pane View .....................................................................................................26 
3.2.3  Configuration Options .............................................................................................. 27 
3.3  Comm iss ioni ng Steps Overview ...................................................................................... 28  
3.4  Conf igurin g General Parameters ...................................................................................... 29  
3.4.1  Site Information - OMU II Identification ................................................................... 29 

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3.4.2  Date & Time.............................................................................................................30 
3.4.3  Configure External Alarms ...................................................................................... 30 
3.4.4  IP Address ............................................................................................................... 31 
3.5  Remot e Comm un ic atio n Setup .........................................................................................32  
3.5.1  TCP/IP and Ethernet ............................................................................................... 32 
3.5.2  Modem Setup .......................................................................................................... 33 
3.6  For Installations WITHOUT POI – RF Signal Level Limitation ....................................... 35  
3.6.1  Calculating the Downlink Path Attenuation ............................................................. 35 
3.6.2  Setting the Attenuation ............................................................................................ 36 
3.6.3  Noise Considerations .............................................................................................. 37 
3.7  Optical Lo ss Adjustment (OLA) Per L ink ........................................................................37  
3.8  RF Balancing ...................................................................................................................... 39  
3.8.1  Manual RF Balancing .............................................................................................. 39 
3.8.2   Automatic Remote RF Balancing ............................................................................ 42 

4  Setup and Commis sio nin g of Remote Fib re-Fed Units ..........................................43 
4.1  Over vi ew ............................................................................................................................. 43  
4.2  Connect to Remote ............................................................................................................ 43  

5   Admi ni st rat io n ...........................................................................................................45 


5.1  User Acco un ts .................................................................................................................... 45  
5.1.1  Default User Accounts ............................................................................................. 45 
5.1.2  User Access Levels ................................................................................................. 45 
5.1.3  Change Password ................................................................................................... 46 
5.2  Rebo ot ................................................................................................................................. 46  
5.3   Ax ell Shel l (Co mm and Li ne In ter fac e) ............................................................................. 47  
5.4   At tr ib ut e Refer enc e ............................................................................................................48  
5.5  System Monitoring ............................................................................................................. 49  
5.5.1  Module Status Monitoring ........................................................................................ 49 
5.5.2  Logs ......................................................................................................................... 51 
5.5.3 SNMP Support......................................................................................................... 52

6  Trou blesho ot ing ........................................................................................................54 


6.1  Tro ublesh oo ting Remot e Com municati on ...................................................................... 54  
6.2  Mod ul e LEDs ....................................................................................................................... 60  
6.2.1  WDM Module LEDs ................................................................................................. 60 
6.2.2  Control Module LEDs .............................................................................................. 61 
6.2.3  GSM Modem Behaviour .......................................................................................... 62 

7  OMU II Conf ig urations ...............................................................................................63 


7.1  OMU II and MBF-20 Remotes ............................................................................................ 64  
7.1.1  Single Sector 24 MBF-20 Remotes with POI .......................................................... 64 
7.1.2  Single Sector 24 MBF-20 Remotes with Internal Splitter / Combiner ..................... 66 
7.1.3  Dual Sector 24 MBF-20 Remotes with Internal Splitter / Combiners ...................... 68 
7.2  OMU I Replacement ........................................................................................................... 70  
7.2.1  OMU I Replacement – Single Sector, Six High Power Remotes ............................ 70 
7.2.2  OMU II – schematic for OMU I replacement to support 1 Sector x 6 FO ................ 71 
7.3  Sing le Secto r – Ei gh t High Power Remot es .................................................................... 72  
7.3.1  Physical Configuration ............................................................................................. 72 
7.3.2  Schematic................................................................................................................ 73 
7.4  Two-Sector s – Eigh t High Power Remotes Split Evenly per Sector ............................. 74 
7.4.1  Physical Configuration ............................................................................................. 74 
7.4.2  Schematic................................................................................................................ 75 
7.5  Two-Sector s – Eigh t Hig h Pow er Remotes Spl it Un evenly B etween Secto rs .............76 

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7.5.1  Physical Configuration ............................................................................................. 76 
7.5.2  Schematic ................................................................................................................77 
7.6  OMU II USA Solu ti ons – wi th External POI ...................................................................... 78  
7.6.1  POI Single Sector –8 MBF-40 Remotes.................................................................. 78 
7.6.2  OMU II USA POI Solutions ...................................................................................... 80 
7.6.3  External POI for OMU II with 8 MBF-40 Remotes in a single sector ...................... 81 

8  Maint enance .............................................................................................................. 82 


8.1  Gener al ................................................................................................................................ 82  
8.2  Preventive Maintenance .................................................................................................... 82  
8.3  Pro du ct Di sp os al ................................................................................................................82  

 Appen di x A - Speci fi cat io ns ............................................................................................ 83 

 Appen di x B – Connecti on s w it h Dupl ex Fi lt er ............................................................... 84 

 Appendi x C - F/O Cleani ng Pro ced ure ........................................................................... 85 

Cleanin g Proc edur e .........................................................................................................86 


Dry Clean in g ...............................................................................................................................86  
Wet Clean in g ..............................................................................................................................88  

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1 Introduction
Axell OMU II is a scalable, flexible and remotely manageable fibre-to-optic conversion system
designed to provide media conversion and single source management capabilities for Axell high-
 power and low-power fibre-fed Remote units. OMU II is a head-end system that acquires the RF
signal(s) from an external source, such as base station(s) or an off-air device, and converts the RF
signal into light signals for routing via optical fibres to remote Axell devices.
Depending on the model and the physical configuration, OMU II can support up to eight sectors
(where support for more than two sectors requires the use of Axell’s Point Of Interface (POI) unit in
conjunction with the OMU II).
OMU II can provide single source remote Web access commissioning and monitoring via a range of
remote modems or an Ethernet connection, where the hosted remote units are be monitored and
managed via an OMU II session.

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1.1 Features
 
• Wideband frequency range support - supports Cellular 2G, 3G, 4G services up to 2700MHz and
 public safety services FM/VHF/UHF/LMR in one enclosure 
•   Supported Remote units – MBF-20 (low power), MBF-40 and BSF-3604 (high power)
•   Modular, scalable, highly customizable system
•   Flexible configuration to support up to 8 sectors via single chassis as well as MIMO and SISO
installations
•   Single enclosure to support high power (MBF-40/BSF-3604) and low power (MBF-20) remote
units:
o  Up to 24 MBF-20 remote units connected to a single OMU II unit
o  Up to 8 high-power remote units (MBF-40 or BSF) connected to a single OMU II
unit
o  Various combinations of both high-power and low-power remote units as detailed in
section 1.5
•   WDM technology (Wavelength Division Multiplexing) – single fibre connection to each Remote
unit 
•   Automatic Optical Loss Adjustment – system initiated pilot tones sent between the OMU II and
each of its remote units are used to automatically determine the fibre loss and perform the
necessary adjustment for each link
•   One or two (for redundancy) power-supplies (115-240V AC operation or DC 48V)
•   Management and control options:
o  Hosted fibre-optic remote units are managed and controlled via the OMU II (through
fibre communication)
o  Auto detect of connected Remote units
o  Local setup via Ethernet (or via USB port)
o  Ethernet or wireless modem connection (optional) for remote management 
o  A range of supported modems including: GSM, WCDMA, CDMA 1x, PSTN
o  SNMP v1/v2c support

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1.2 Architecture
OMU II comprises of a chassis in which various modules are installed and whose rear panel varies
(model dependent) to support one RF sector, two RF sectors or up to eight RF sectors (the latter  
requires the use of a POI unit ).
OMU II main function is to perform the RF to optic conversion from the RF source and route the
optic signal over the optical fibres towards fibre-fed Axell remotes. Two main types of remotes are
supported: high-power and low-power. Each optic conversion module provides power to a single
high-power remote, where up to 8 optic conversion modules are supported.
To support low-powered fibre-fed remotes, an optic splitter  module is used to split the optical signal
from one converter into four, feeding four low-powered fibre-fed remote units. Thus, various
combinations of supported remote units can be achieved, within the given limitations. The valid
combination of both high-power and low-power remotes per OMU II is detailed in section 1.5. 
Below is a general example of an OMU II configuration fed by a single sector (BTS) and a
combination of high power (e.g. MBF-40, BSF-3604) and low power (MBF-20) remote fibre-fed
units.

Figure 1-1. Overview of OMU II Architecture

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The following figure illustrates one high-powered and four low-power remote connections to the
opto-board and optic splitter board.

Figure 1-2. Optic Converter Connections

1.3 OMU II Models and Ordering Information


OMU II is available in a range of models corresponding to remote products and customer needs.

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1.4 Point-of-Interface (POI)


The POI unit is used with specific OMU II models whose rear panel is designed for interface with the
POI. This type of installation provides user customizable configurations of up to eight sectors that
can be routed to user selectable optical conversion units.
The POI front panel provides the interfaces for up to eight RF sectors, whereas the rear panel allows
the user to associate each sector to any of the OMU II optical conversion modules.

1.5 Supported Combinations of High-powered and


Low-powered Units
The following table demonstrates the available remote combination in a single OMU system. Note
that the extreme options are for only high-power remotes - up to eight are supported; only low-power
remotes - up to 24 are supported. In addition, the available combinations of both types of units.

# of MBF-40 / BSF-3604 # of MBF-20


8 0

7 4
6 8

5 12

4 16

3 16

2 20

1 20
0 24
Figure 1-3. Remote Combination Table

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1.5.1 OMU II Topo logy with 24 MBF-20 Remotes


Illustrated below is an example of a configuration supporting up to 24 MBF-20 units.

Figure 1-4. Example of an OMU with the maximum supported number of MBF-20 Remotes

1.5.2 OMU II Topol ogy with Eigh t High-Power Remotes


The following figure illustrates an installation with several sectors (up to eight) – each with a
dedicated connection via the POI unit to the OMU II . The POI adjusts the power level of each
services to 10dBm and routes it to one or more (according to manual configuration on the unit) optic
converter units.

Figure 1-5. Example of an OMU and POI for multi-sector support

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1.6 OMU II Fron t Panel Modules


OMU II chassis is designed for a 19” rack. It houses a number of different modules where the types
of modules must be inserted in specific slots. For reference, the slots in the image below are
numbered from left to right. Each of the modules is described in detail in the following sections.
The OMU II has 12 connector slots configured, where specific types of modules must be inserted in
the relevant slots.

Figure 1-6. Axell OMU Front Panel Interfaces

1.6.1 WDM Fibre Optic Converter


Caution!!! Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation.
Do not stare into beam or view with optical instruments.

Caution: Class 1 Laser

Location: see Figure 1-6. 
Provides WDM (single fibre)
  RF to optical signal conversion.
•   Interfaces via the fibre (SC/APC port) to one of the following:
PWR

ERR
o  One high-power fibre-fed remote or
UL
DATA o  To an Optic Splitter module for feeding four low power
DL
DATA
fibre-fed remotes.
OPTO
Rx

OPTO
Tx
•   Six LED indicators: power status, error, (2) data communication
and (2) optic signals. See section 6.2.1 for more details.

Optic port

SC/APC

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1.6.2 Optic Split ter


Location: see Figure 1-6. 
Splits an optic signal from the connected WDM fibre-optic converter to four
F/O signals used to feed four MBF-20 units

Towards four
MBF-20 remotes

To Fibre Optic
IN/OUT Converter port

1.6.3 RF Splitter and RF Combi ner Modules


Location: see Figure 1-6. 

UL in DL out
Each pair of modules supports interface to one RF service. Depending on
whether the ports are shorted, the service(s) can be connected from the front
(or rear of the chassis).
•   Combine and distribute the RF signals between the OMU’s RF port and
up to six Fibre Optic modules.
•   Allows for Front Panel connection to RF source (e.g BTS).
• Contains attenuators used to set the master signal levels in the downlink
and uplink.
RF out RF in

 Note: By default, the module ports are interconnected (UL In to RF out) to


allow RF connections at the rear of the unit. However, these may be
disconnected to allow RF connections at the front of the unit for tests or
troubleshooting.

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1.6.4 Contr ol Module

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Location: see Figure 1-6. 
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 d   d 
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m
 S   P 
 e
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 S 
Provides control and management connections. These include local Ethernet

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 t    t  
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w

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 u
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(and USB) management Web management and a modem.
Manages and controls the OMU and transmits alarms to the control centre.
•  Includes a Real Time Clock (RTC) with a dedicated backup battery.
•   Status LEDS:
....

M
T  o  Modem Status

 o ....

 t   .
o  Modem Power
o  Status
o  Login

Ethernet

1.6.5 Extern al Alarm and Battery Module


Location: see Figure 1-6. 
•  Supports connections for four dry-contact external alarms and an alarm
relay (output alarm).
PWR
•  ON/Off switch – can switch On/Off rechargeable battery pack. When
on, allows the modem to transmit an alarm in case input power loss is
detected. Switch for ON/OFF.
•  LED - Power

Battery
Power 
On
Off 

1.6.6 Modem Unit


Location: see Figure 1-6. 
•  Optional – if a modem is not available on the Control unit. For
PWR example, PSTN modems or wireless modems with a form factor that
 prevents it from being integrated with the Control Module.
•   The access to a PSTN modem is via an RJ11 connector on the front of
the module.

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1.6.7 Modem Antenna


Location: see Figure 1-6. 
•  Always relevant if a modem (except for PSTN modem) is
installed – either as an integrated part of the Control
Modem
 ANT
module or as a dedicated module.
•  Provides the connection to an external (modem) antenna
To external
antenna

1.6.8 Rack Communic ation Board


Location: see Figure 1-6. 
 
•  Provides two functions:
o  Allows communication between the Optic Converters and
PWR

ERR
the Control Module.
UL
DATA

DL
•   LEDs indicate communication status between Control Module and F/O
DATA

Link OK
converters

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1.7 OMU Rear Panel Pow er and RF Interfaces


The OMU II rear-panel provides interface to the:
•  RF source connections
•  Power supply connections
Two main types of rear panels are available:
•   Model supporting one or two service connections
•   Model supporting up to eight service connections via POI interface

1.7.1 Rear Panel for One or Two Servic e Connect ions


The rear panel is protected by a removable plate with openings for routing the power cables and for
accessing the OMU N-type RF connections.
The rear panel may vary according to the number of supported sectors. The following figure
illustrates the rear panel supplied for a single sector with simplex RF connections.

Removable Routed
rear panel Power Cables

RF
connections

Figure 1-7. Example of OMU II Rear Panel Interfaces – Single Sector Simplex Connections

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2 Installation
2.1 Install ation Overvi ew
To get the system up and running, the following steps are required:
1. Unpack the equipment and verify all ordered items have been delivered and in operational
condition.
2. Mount the OMU in a 19” rack (see 2.3).
3. Ground the unit ( 2.4) 
4. Connect rear panel RF connections in the back panel (see 2.5) 
5. Connect rear panel power cables (see 2.9.1) 
6. Connect all F/O connections ( 2.6) 
7. For GPRS modem communication, insert SIM card in Control module (see 2.8.1) 
8. System setup and commissioning using the Web-GUI (see Chapter  0).

2.2 Unpacking
Inspect the shipped material before unpacking the equipment, document any visual damage and
report according to routines. A delivery of an OMU from Axell Wireless contains:
•  Checklist with delivered items
•  OMU II Chassis with modules according to order

2.3 Moun ting in Rack


The OMU is designed to be mounted in a 19” rack. Follow the standard procedure on mounting
equipment in a 19” rack.

 NOTE: A fibre guide unit can be mounted above the OMU to support the fibres as they are run from
the front of the OMU to the back side of the rack..

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2.4 Grou ndin g – GND LUG


Note the following:
•  Ensure that good grounding protection measures are taken to create a reliable OMU site. Make
sure to use adequately dimensioned grounding cables.
•   The antenna cabling should be connected to ground every 10m by a reliable grounding kit.
•   Make sure the grounding product used is suitable for the kind and size of cable being used.
•   Connect the OMU ground bolt to the same ground.

To gro und the OMU II


Remove the rear panel.
Attach the GND lug to the screws securing the bracket via which the POWER cables are
routed (adjacent to the RF connectors).
Route the GND cable along with the power cable through the bracket .
Re-assemble the rear panel, fitting the RF connectors and routing the power and GND
cables (green and yellow) through the openings.

GND wire routed via


rear panel openings

GND connection
inside the rear panel

Figure 2-1. OMU II GND Connection

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2.5 RF Connections – Single Sector


The connector for the uplink and the downlink connector are N-type and placed on the OMU rear
panel. The OMU is connected to the BTS (or the remote) via a directional coupler  (illustrated
 below). The coupler is connected in series with the BTS antenna.

BTS signal
source

UL e.g. -40dB

Duplexer Directional
DL
10dBm Coupler

Antenna

Figure 2-2. Example of Single Sector RF Connection Directly to the BTS

2.6 Fibre Optic Conn ections


This product is equipped with Class 1 lasers, as per definition in EN 60825-1.

Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation.


CAUTION: Do not stare into beam or view with optical instruments.
Class 1 Laser
•   Angled connectors, APC, need to be used throughout the whole link
 between the OMU and the remotes. The angle needs to be 8 degrees.
•   APC connectors are coloured Green. Non APC connectors are Blue
and unsuitable for use. Do not mate APC and Non-APC connectors!
•   All Optical connectors must be carefully cleaned prior to mating. A
dirty connector, once inserted, will contaminate the Fibre Optic
connector inside the module which will then become unserviceable
ATTEENTION!
until it too is cleaned. Fibre Optic modules cannot be dismantled for
cleaning in the field. Cleaning of dirty fibre optic connectors is not
covered by Warranty.
Fibre optic cleaning methods are detailed in Appendix C - F/O
Cleaning Procedure. 

Note the following :


•  The fibre connectors on the Fibre Optic Converters are SC/APC type.
•  The fibre cables may be connected towards the remote units either directly or via an optical
distribution panel.
•  Connect the optic fibres according to standard angle and cleaning requirements.

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Connecting the F/O Cables
1. If connecting towards a high-powered remote (e.g. MBF-40, NBF 3604), connect it directly to an
Opto-module.
2. If connecting towards a low-power remote (e.g. MBF-20):
o  Connect the Optic Module port to the BOTTOM port on the Optic Splitter module.
o  Connect the low power remote towards the optic Splitter/Combiner.

To four MBF-20
remotes

To one high-power
remote

Interconnect for MBF-20


connections to Optic Splitter

Figure 2-3. F/O Connections

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2.7 External Alarm and Relay Connections


Four external alarm sources can be connected to the External Alarm and Battery Module via the
 patch panels as follows:
•  Sources must generate a voltage between 12 and 24VDC (the presence or absence of this voltage
will trigger the alarm depending on how the alarm thresholds have been configured).
•  Can supply +15V to an external alarm sources with a maximum allowed load of 100mA.
•  Maximum current through the relay is 100mA - can be configured to trigger on any number of
internal and/or external alarms.
2
The panels can be used for wires of up to 0.5mm . To connect a wire, press the yellow lever with a
 pen or other pointed item, insert the wire and release the lever.

1 GND
2 GND
PWR External alarm 1A
3
4 External alarm 1B
1
5 External alarm 2A
2
3 6 External alarm 2B
4
5
6
7 Relay Output 1A
7 8 Relay Output 1B
8
9 9 +15VDC Output
10
11
10 GND
12 11 GND
13
14
15 12 External alarm 3A
Battery 13 External alarm 3B
Power  14 External alarm 4A
15 External alarm 4B
On
Off 

Figure 2-4. External Alarm and Battery Module with pin out for external alarms and relay

2.8 Modem Connections


Note the following :
•  The modem may be installed as an integrated part of the Control module or as an independent
module. Both configurations require modem antenna installation.
•  GPRS modems require the installation of a SIM card.
•  Two types of modems are available – Wireless (GPRS, CDMA etc.) or PSTN.

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2.8.1 GPRS Modem SIM Card Installation


Insert the SIM card in the Control module SIM slot.
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2.8.2 Wireless Modem Antenna Connections


The Modem ANT module supports an external antenna connection via
SMA connector.
Insert this module at the rightmost slot in the OMU.

Modem
 ANT

To external
antenna

2.8.3 PSTN Mod em


If the OMU is equipped with a PSTN modem the connector is placed in the Modem Unit. The
connector is RJ11. Connect the modem module to a landline outlet (using an RJ11 cable).

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2.9 Power Connections


2.9.1 Power Cable Connect ion s for Sing le/Dual Sector Rear Panel
The OMU power supplies are placed in the rear, behind the back cover.
Power Connect to
Supplies  power cables

RF
Connectors

Rear panel

Power
Cables

GND
Connecting t he Power Cables cables
1. Remove the rear panel by unscrewing the six screws.
2. Connect the supplied power cable(s) to one or both power supplies according to your physical
configuration.
3. Replace the rear panel such that the power cable(s) (and GND cable) run through the openings on
the right (adjacent to the RF connections).

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2.9.2 Power Up

 Note: If two power supplies are installed, connect them both.

1. Connect power cables to the power source to switch on the OMU.

CAUTION! Make sure the RF cables or 50 ohm terminations are connected to the OMU RF port
connectors before the OMU is switched on.

2. Switch the battery ON. The battery charges continuously and remains available until needed. If it
is switched off it is not in any way operational.

PWR

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15 Battery on/off 
Battery
Power 
On
Off 

2.10 RF Splitter/Combiner Installation


 NOTE: Splitter/Combiners are used with OMU II models supporting either one or two sectors. OMU
 II models supporting up to eight sectors are used in conjunction with POI (Splitters/Combiners are
not installed in these models). See Chapter   7 OMU II Configurations for examples.

Each Splitter/Combiner pair supports:


•  One sector (i.e. two pairs of Splitter/Combiner units are installed for two sectors).
•  A maximum of six WDM Optical Conversion units (two pairs of Splitters/Combiners are
required in configurations supporting eight WDM Optical Conversion Units)

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3 OMU Commissioning
Procedure
To commission the OMU II, connect to the unit locally and perform a few basic configuration
 procedures according to the instructions in this section.

3.1 Initiate Local Web Session


 NOTE: OMU II is supplied with default IP address 192.168.1.253 and netmask 255.255.255.0. 

You can open a local Web session to the OMU II using one of the following methods:
•  A local Ethernet connection to the OMU II using an Ethernet cross-cable – requires configuring
your computer to run in the same subnet as the default OMU II IP address.
•  A USB connection using the supplied USB cable – requires loading the USB driver from the
supplied Setup disk.

3.1.1 Support ed Brow sers

 Notes: Java Script must be enabled in order for the Web-GUI to work.

Brows er Requirements:
o  Mozilla Firefox 3 or later
o  Google Chrome 11 or later
o  Apple Safari 5 or later
o  Opera 10 or later
o  Internet Explorer 9 or later (Explorer 8 is not compatible – the Web GUI may not be
accessed properly using Explorer 8)

3.1.2 Opening a Loc al Web Session to the OMU II


3.1.2.1 Connect the OMU II to comp uter
Interconnect the computer and the OMU II front panel Ethernet  ports with the supplied cable as
shown below.

 Ethernet cross-cable

Figure 5. Local Ethernet Connection

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3.1.2.2 Confi gur e the Comput er Netwo rk Parameters
Configure the computer network parameters to communicate with the OMU II. Note that the
 procedure may vary slightly depending on the operating system installed on your computer. The
following procedure is for Windows 7.

To configu re the computer’s network parameters:


1. Click the Start menu and choose Control Panel.
2. In the Control Panel, click Network and Internet.
3. Click Network and Sharing Centre and then click Local Area Connection.
The Local Area Connections Status dialog appears with the General tab displayed by default.

Figure 6. Local PC Network Information

4. Click the Properties button. The Networking tab appears.

Figure 7. Local PC Network Information 2

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5. In the Items list, double-click the “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP*IPv4)” item.
6. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog appears. 

Note: The OMU II is factory set with the default IP address 192.168.1.253.

7. Assign your computer an IP address in the same subnet, in order to communicate with the unit.
o  In the IP address area:
o  Enter the IP address 192.168.1.x, where ‘x’ can be any number between 2 and 250
inclusive. For example, (192.168.1.9)
o  Define the subnet mask as shown (255.255.255.0)

Figure 8. PC IP Configuration

o  Click OK. The computer communication parameters are now defined and you can
open a session to the OMII.

3.1.2.3 Opening a Sessi on to the ML


1. Enter the OMU II default IP address in the Web browser.

2. The OMU II login dialog will appear.


3. Login according to section 3.1.4

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3.1.3 Opening a Loc al USB Session to the OMU II

 NOTE: This procedure requires downloading the USB driver from the provided disk or preloading it
to your computer from the network.

For first time connection to the OMU II USB port and any of your computer’s USB
ports:
1. Connect to OMU USB port on any  of your computer’s USB ports. If this is a first time
connection, your computer will require the appropriate driver to be installed.
2. If you are connected to the internet - a standard driver will be downloaded automatically.
3. If you are not connected to the internet:
o  Insert you setup disk in the drive.
o  Guide the system to the driver  Axell Controller USB driver.inf  driver on the disk.

USB

4. Open the web browser and type "axell-ne"  in the address bar.

5. Login according to section 3.1.4

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3.1.4 Log in to the OMU II


1. After connecting to the OMU II (either via Web or USB), the Axell login dialog appears.

Figure 3-9. Login Screen

2. Use the following username and password to login:


o  Username: axell 
o  Password: AxellPasswd

NOTE: It is highly recommended to change the default password according to section 5.1.3

The Web GUI Main Window appears.


3. Review the Web GUI Main window description and perform the required configuration
 procedures according to the following sections.

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3.2 Navigating the Web Interface


The Web GUI window provides access to the management options of the OMU and each of its
connected remotes. Several tabs (and sub-tabs) are available: Home, Nodes, Logs, etc., where the
Home tab (illustrated below), is displayed by default.

Remote Optical Loss and Management


Home pane
options buttons
options RF Adjust options

Figure 3-10. Basic View

3.2.1 Management Options Butt ons


The following table briefly describes the main functions of each tab:

Tab Description

Provides a general status and alarm information for OMU II system and its
corresponding Remote Nodes (Remotes). Switching to Advanced View will toggle a
more detailed view of each Opto-module's status. Section 3.2.2. 

Lists the remote nodes connected to a selected OMU. Provides access to the
configuration options of each remote. Section 4.2. 

List of recent operations. Section 5.5.2

Provides a range of OMU II configuration procedures such as communication, RF,


Date and Time, Password, etc. Section 3.2.3

Logout of the system.

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3.2.2 Home Pane View


The Home tab is used for general monitoring of the OMUII status and can be displayed in several
views:
•   Collapsed – minimized the panes in the home view
•   Basic – main status displays for a basic view
•   Advanced – provides more status information. Usually used for troubleshooting if faults are
displayed in basic view.
In addition, the OLA  – Optical Loss Adjustment provides access to the optical loss adjustment
operation for all connected Remote links

Remote Optical Loss and Management options


Viewing options  buttons
Remote RF Adjust options

General

Ext.
Alarms

Remote
Modules

Figure 3-11. Basic View

The pane is divided into four basic areas:


•   Controller – shows general information on the OMU II device such as identification and
temperature level
•   External Alarms – shows status of external alarms and the defined names
•   Rack 1 to 4 – area displayed per rack (can be minimized). It includes two sub-area:
o  Point of Interface – shows status of input signal and used to provide attenuation
options. For more information on RF configuration, refer to section 3.6. 
o  Fibre Optics Modules – shows status on all Remote links and displays Remotes
(according to index number) connected to the nodes. See section 4.2 for more
information.

 NOTE: If one of the system nodes reports an alarm, the Rack to which it is attached to, automatically
expands to show the alarm status (blinking red LED) assisting troubleshooting.

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3.2.3 Configu ration Options


The configuration pane provides access to the OMU II configuration options.

To access th e configuration pane


In the Main window, click on the Config menu option. The following pane appears.

Option Description

Site Configure and display OMU II identification information. See section 3.4.1


Information

External Used to activate and assign names to external alarms. See section 3.4.3
Alarms

Change Used to update system login password for the logged-in user. See section 5.1.3
 password

Date and Time Used to configure the time stamp for dating OMU II events. See section 3.4.2. 

Ethernet Used to define the IP Address for remote access via Ethernet.

Remote Used to configure remote communication (modem and Ethernet) and SNMP
Communication  parameters. See section 3.5

Axell Shell Command line used to communicate with the remote units. List of commands
is found under Help. See section 5.3

Attribute Lists and describes available Axell Shell commands, detailed and explained.
Reference Section 5.4

Reboot Soft restarts the OMU II device. See section 5.2


controller

SNMP Agent SNMP Agent configuration. See section 5.5.3

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3.3 Commissioning Steps Overview


This section describes how to perform the basic setup procedures.

 NOTE: Remotes running Common Firmware ver. 2.0.0 are automatically detected. Remotes running
Common Firmware ver. 1.x are automatically added but cannot be commissioned through the OMU
 II. Use the RMC or Terminal like view to commission these types of remotes (including Axell Shell).

Setup the OMU II as fol low s:


1. Configuring general parameters. This includes:
o  Assign a name TAG – section 3.4.1
o  Set Date & Time – section 3.4.2
o  If relevant, configure External Alarms and Relay – section 3.4.3
2. Setup remote connection parameters (Ethernet, modem, etc.). See section 3.5
3. Set UL/DL Attenuation. Section 3.6. 
4. Verify all expected remote units are detected.
5. Perform OLA (Optical Loss Adjustment) for the connected fibre-fed remotes. See section 3.7. 

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3.4 Configuring General Parameters


3.4.1 Site Information - OMU II Identi fic ation

It is recommended to assign each OMU II a recognizable name that will identify the location,
site name, etc. The Site Information button provides access to OMU II hardware and software
version information.

To set OMU II TAG


1. In the Home window, click the edit button next to Tag.

Lock name

Edit Tag

Figure 3-12. Set OMU TAG Name

2. Enter the Name (up to 30 characters), click OK and click Apply. 

To view OMU II Sit e Informati on


Click the Config button and click on the Site Information icon. Two areas are displayed:
•   Control Module – provides hardware and software version information.
•   Site Information – provides OMU II identification information.

Figure 3-13. OMU Site Information

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3.4.2 Date & Time

Be sure to set the correct date and time in order to accurately timestamp all events occurring
on the OMU II.

To set t he Date & Time:


1. Click the Config button.
2. Click on Date & Time.
3. Do one of the following:
o  Either, enter the correct date and time according to the displayed formats.
o  Or, click on Local Time to set the time according to the PC running the Web-GUI.
4. Click Apply.

Set to local time

3.4.3 Confi gur e External Alarms

It is required to configure any connected external alarms according to the trigger (high or low)
and it is recommended to assign the alarms recognizable names (such as Door Open, High
Temperature, etc.)

To config ure the external alarms


1. In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2. Click on External Alarms.
3. For each alarm:
o  Set the Trigger as High or Low as required.
o  Assign the alarm a recognizable description
4. Click Apply.
Set Set Alarm
High/Low Description

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3.4.4 IP Addr ess

This procedure describes how to set up the IP address either manually or configure for
acquisition via DHCP.

To confi gure the IP address


1. In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2. Click on Ethernet.
3. For manual IP address configuration:
o  Select Manually Configure IP Address.
o  Set the IP, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS addresses.
o  Click Apply. 
4. For DHCP IP address configuration:
o  Select Automatically Obtain IP Address (DHCP).
o   No other settings are required.
o  Click Apply. 
The Manual configuration settings are illustrated below.

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3.5 Remote Commu nication Setup

This section describes the Ethernet and modem setup. The SNMP setup option also
available in this dialog is described in section 5.5.3. SNMP . 
Select an option (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP) and configure. Then select the next relevant option.

 NOTE: The configuration of each option is saved and active. It is not relevant which option is
currently selected (ETH TCP, Modem or SNMP).

3.5.1 TCP/IP and Ethernet


TCP/IP communication is run over a company’s network. Therefore, each company needs to define
the details regarding the configuration, IP addresses, etc.

TCP/IP Communication Setup


1. Click on the Config button.
2. From Device:Method select ETH:TCP (Ethernet:TCP/IP).
3. Click Apply.

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3.5.2 Modem Setup

 NOTE: This section is relevant only if a modem is installed in the OMU II system. If connecting
directly via Ethernet, see section 3.5. 

The OMU II can operate over two types of modem: Packet Switched (GPRS, GSM etc.) or Circuit
Switched (PSTN/GSM). The available options depend on the modem type installed in your OMU II
system.

Modem Setup Overview


1. Insert the SIM card in the Control module SIM slot (if using a wireless modem).
2. Click the Config button and then choose Modem from the displayed icons. The following dialog
appears.

3. Verify that Remote Communication is ON. 


4. Select the Device:Method – communication method. Only the options relevant to your installed
modem will be displayed. (STD:DTC = Standard AT:Data Call, ETH:TCP = Ethernet:TCP
connection)
5. Configure your communication method according to the relevant following section.

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3.5.2.1 Packet Switc hed Modem Conf igu ratio n (GSM/GPRS)

 NOTE: In case network attach is not done properly (using GPRS), it is necessary to telnet, SSH or
serial into the controller and enter TRACE MODEM to see why modem is not initialized (wrong /
missing PIN, wrong APN etc).

•  From the Remote communication menu, select TRM-3 GPRS.


•  In the GRPS area, enter the following:
o  Access Point Name – customer’s Access Point name.
o  Click Apply.

3.5.2.2 Circ uit Swit ched Modem (PSTN/GSM)


Using a circuit switched modem requires a landline connection be present at the site (for PSTN) or a
SIM card supporting this feature (for wireless).

Communication Setup
1. From Device:Method select STD:DTC (Stadnard AT:DataCall).
2. In the modem initialization string type: AT+CBST=7,0,1 .
3. Click Apply.

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Verif y Circuit Switched Modem Functi onality
1. Use the ACT RCD command via the Axell Shell or via Terminal to launch a modem restart (if
logged in, restart will be performed on the first logout).
2. Dial the modem number (if PSTN) or the data number (if SIM card).
3. Verify modem LEDs are lit correctly (see 6.2).
4. Use any ACT command using the RMC or other Terminal to test connectivity and
responsiveness.

3.5.2.3 SIM-card Usin g Singl e Numberi ng Scheme


If using SNS (Single Numbering Scheme), calls to the modem within the network are automatically
classified as DATA. However, if calling from outside  the network, you must first verify how it’s
interfaces handle the VOICE vs. DATA bearing.
This cannot be solved at remote level. The external network administrator must provide the above
information. 

3.6 For Installations WITHOUT POI – RF Signal


Level Li mitation
 NOTE: This section is relevant ONLY for installations WITHOUT POI (i.e. with RF
Splitter/Combiner modules). For installations with POI, verify the correct input voltage to the POI.

The OMU has a master attenuation that can be set in downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) separately. This
attenuation is useful for balancing the whole system.

Note the following:


•  Usually, only the DL attenuation is calculated and set.
•  The UL attenuation is then set equal to the DL and only adjusted to compensate for any noise.
To estimate the signal levels in the system, a link budget should be prepared before the system is
made operational. This section provides background on calculating the required attenuation values
along the link and describes how to set the attenuation value in the management application.

3.6.1 Calculating the Down link Path Attenuation


The following diagram illustrates the attenuation levels for a simplex RF connection.

Note the following:


•  Maximum input from BTS to OMU II = 23dBm (max)
•  Recommended composite power level to the Optical conversion modules ≤-3dBm (however, the
module can support up to 10dBm)
•   Without attenuation (attenuator set to ‘0’), the DL loss = -14dB
•   Any additional required attenuation (up to -21dB) is implemented via the Variable Attenuator,
where the goal is to acquire -3dBm at the Opto conversion unit (i.e. 11dBm after attenuation) 
•   Therefore, measured value shown in GUI should be 11dBm – but not more than 14dBm.

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Examples:
RF Input = 11dBm, no additional attenuation is needed (11dBm – 14dB = -3dBm)
RF Input = 20dBm, an attenuation of 9dB is needed. Set the attenuation according to section 3.6.2

 Note: As the composite power in a multicarrier TETRA / TDMA / W-CDMA / LTE system is traffic
dependent, the maximum laser input power must be calculated for the traffic scenario that will
require highest composite power.

Basic Explanation of Attenuation Levels for BS with


SEPARATE Tx and Rx ports

Measured Power
(11 to 14dBm ) Total attenuation = 44dB
OMU Recommended power = -3dBm
TX  up to
R - 21 dB -14 dB
X Loss in
Variable Splitter  fiber cable
 -30 dB  Attenuator  e Fibre-Fed
BTS Output
o Remote
BTS Combiner 
BTS Input  -30 dB
10 Km
 up to
Directional -14 dB
- 21 dB
Couplers
(x2)
 

3.6.2 Setti ng the Attenuatio n


To set the attenuation
1. Click on the Home button.
2. Set the DL attenuation for each required OMU Rack according to the calculation in section
3.6.1. 
3. Set the UL attenuation equal to the DL attenuation. If there is noise, adjust only the UL to
reduce noise (section 3.6.3).

Set UL
Attenuation equal
to DL

Set DL
Attenuation

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3.6.3 Noise Consi deratio ns


To reduce the noise degradation of the base station, it is recommended to reduce remote uplink gain
only. The remote cells will in this case not be perfectly balanced, i.e. downlink can take higher path
loss than uplink. In typical systems where you want to cover e.g. a road tunnel by tapping off a BTS
nearby this small imbalance is less of a problem.

3.7 Optical Loss Adjustment (OLA) Per Lin k


 NOTE: The OLA should be performed at each system setup. It is also recommended to run this
 procedure each time a change in the optical equipment is performed.

Each fibre optic link in the system will induce a loss. This loss will also differ in magnitude from one
link to another since the distances between each remote and the OMU is different. The OMU II and
its hosted remote units automatically calculate this loss and compensate for it on each link.
This is accomplished through measurements of pilot tones of known levels sent between links and
automatic level adjustments to compensate for any calculated losses.
The adjustment is made towards a target value which means that the system will be balanced, i.e. all
fibres will appear to have the same loss. The maximum compensation is 10dB which equals an
unbroken fibre distance of 20 km. For each connection in the link (for instance at the ODF)
approximately 0.5 dB of loss will have to be added.

 NOTE: For MBF-40 remotes, the maximum compensation is increased to 26dB to support shorter
 fibre optic distances. 

To initiate Optical Loss Adju stment


1. Click on the Home button and then the Opto Adjust button.

The following pane appears:

Select nodes
for UL/DL
Adjustment
Rack#:Opto-
Module
F-DAS
Remotes via
Optic Splitter

Figure 3-14. Configure and Initiate Optical Loss Adjustment

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Column Description

Pos Each Rack corresponds to an OMU unit whereas each Slot


corresponds to an Opto-Module. Slots are numbered according to their
 position in the OMU Chassis (numbered left to right).

Select All Batch selection options:


- mark all remotes for UL opto-adjustment.
- mark all remotes for DL opto-adjustment.
- mark all remotes for DL and UL adjustment.

 Node Node list number and identification (e.g. AHFK)

Status Displays an Error if process failed. If successful the pilot tone used
and the adjustment level will be displayed.

Resulting Attenuation Compensation level used for the opto-module (in dB).

2. Mark the check-boxes corresponding to the remotes (each connected to the designated Opto-
module/Opto-Splitter) to which to perform the adjustment.
3. OLA (DL/UL) may be performed on each node individually (or a batch) or on all nodes at once
 by marking the checkbox next to the desired corresponding Opto-module and clicking Adjust.
To easily mark all checkboxes mark the checkbox named OLA.

 NOTE: The process may take several minutes depending on the size of the system and remote
distance.

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3.8 RF Balancing
The RF Balancing procedure can be performed manually (the automatic option specified in section
3.8.2 will be available in the future) via the OMU II web interface.

3.8.1 Manual RF Balanci ng


The manual balancing procedure consists of the following steps:
•  Verifying a DL RF output level of 23dBm by setting the required DL attenuation of the signal.
•  Setting the UL attenuation according to the DL.
•  In case of noise, adjusting the UL attenuation to reduce noise

To balance the remote UL and DL out puts


1. Access the remote Configuration window:
o  Click on the Nodes button. The below pane appears
o  Click Control next to the node to be balanced.

2. The resulting pane can be displayed in two views:


o  Basic – default view (Basic button)
o  Advanced – provides more information (Advanced button)
The dialog below shows an example of the Basic (default) view.

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Views

General

Band
information

UL setting

DL setting

Figure 3-15: Example of MBF 20 Quad Band Configuration window

3. The General area provides basic identification and status information and enables assigning an
identifiable name:
o  Received level – opto signal level at the MBF-20 (from the optic fibre)

o  Tag – identifiable name currently assigned to the unit. Click the icon to change the
name.
o  Model – unit type, frequencies
o  ID – unique serial number associated with this unit (automatically assigned by AEM)
o  Opto Loss Compensation – compensation allocated on the UL during the Optical Adjustment
 procedure

4. In the Downlink:
o  Verify the Amplifier for each band is ON.
o  Set Attenuation to maximum value (15dB).
o   Lower  the Attenuation level step by step until the desired Output power level is reached. In
this example +23 dBm. (Zero attenuation = maximum gain).
o  Verify the Amplifier Saturation is GREEN.

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5. In the Uplink:
o  Verify the Amplifier for each band is ON.
o  Set Attenuation equal to the value set in the DL (above).
o  Verify the Amplifier Saturation is GREEN.

 NOTE: If noise is detected on the link, reduce only the Uplink for optimal signal.

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3.8.2 Aut omati c Remot e RF Balanci ng

 NOTE: This feature will be available in future release.

To access t he Automatic RF Adjust ment pane


1. Access the OMU II Home window and click on RF Adjustment.

Figure 3-16: OMU II Main window

2. The following pane appears.

MBF-20
remote with
selected bands
to adjust

3. Select the bands of each remote to be adjusted (e.g. 1900MHz band on Node #3)
4. Adjust the following for each band:
o   Nominal Level (dBm)
o  Uplink Delta (dB)
5. Click Adjust . The procedure may take several minutes depending on the number of units
selected.

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4 Setup and Commissioning of


Remote Fibre-Fed Units
This chapter describes how to setup and commission the remote fiber-unit from the OMU II side.

4.1 Overview
Remote Setup Overview
1. It is assumed that the remote unit is already installed.
2. Verify RF signals at OMU (DL and  UL).
3. Perform OLA on each link – section 3.7. 
4. Setup RF configuration on the remote

4.2 Connect to Remote


Connection to the remote requires connecting to the OMU, via RMC or via the Web-GUI. . For initial
Web-GUI connection procedure see section 3.1. 
1. Click on the Nodes button.
2. Click on Control next to the remote you wish to configure.

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An example of a fibre-fed remote configuration screen is given below. Refer to the corresponding
remote unit User Manual for detailed instructions on the configuration procedure.

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5 Administration
5.1 User Accou nts
The OMU II comes pre-configured with default usernames and passwords in the various
administration levels.
At the moment, updating user accounts is available only via Command Line Interface (CLI) or Axell
Shell. See the Common Commands and Attributes v2.0.0 document for detailed commands and
syntax or click on the Help button at the top right of the Web-GUI screen.

5.1.1 Default User Accounts


User Name Default Password Details

axell AxellPasswd Default user name.

omcuname iwnkhoob Axell Element Manager user account.


This account will not generate VLI, LGO or CLR alarms.

sysadmin AxellAdmin4050 This is the system administration password which is used


for firmware upgrades and user administration. Escalation
to this level is achieved by issuing command SYSADMIN
from the user prompt.

useradmin UseradminPwd23 This account contains user administration privileges.


Escalation to this level is achieved by issuing command
USERADMIN from the user prompt.

 Note: It is strongly recommended to change the default user names and passwords immediately at
commissioning. This is done by using the command ACT PASSWORD. Please refer to the User
 Administration section in Common Commands and Attributes document for detailed syntax, or view
the Attribute Reference in section 5.4. 

5.1.2 User Access Levels


In this generation of the system, standard users can be promoted to login via the Web Interface,
inheriting the Read-Write or Read-Only access to this interface.
There are five different access levels:

Access Level Default User Levels

Read-Only axell, omcuname, useradmin, sysadmin

Read-Write axell, omcuname, useradmin, sysadmin

Web axell
User Administrator omcuname, useradmin, sysadmin

System Administrator omcuname, sysadmin

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Users may be promoted to read-write and/or web access using the ACT USERPROMOTE 
command. See Common Commands and Attributes document for details on promoting users, or
view the Attribute Reference in section 5.4. 

 Note: Users omcuname, sysadmin and useradmin cannot be promoted to Web Access due to security
reasons.

5.1.3 Change Password


To prevent unauthorized access, it is highly recommended to change the default password of the user.

 NOTE: Note that you can only change the password for the User Name with which the session was
accessed.

To change the Password


1. In the Main menu, click the Config button.
2. Click on Change Password.
3. For the current User Name (e.g. axell):
o  Enter the New password.
o  Repeat the entry.
4. Click Apply.

5.2 Reboot
Caution! Use this function in Emergency Cases ONLY!

To reboot the Control Module:


1. Click on the Config tab.
2. Click on the Reboot  icon.
3. Approve the Reboot sequence.

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5.3 Axell Shell (Command Line Interface)

To access the Axell Shell:


1. Click on the Config button.
2. Select the Axell Shell option.

The Axell Shell  button invokes the CLI pane. It is used to run some of the commands that are
currently not provided by the Web GUI (user privileges and administration) and/or for advanced
troubleshooting and configurations procedures.
All configuration and management procedures can be implemented using this interface. Please refer
to the  Attribute Reference  section (by clicking the Cofing  button on the top right and selecting
Attribute Reference – see ) for detailed syntax and available commands. Additional information
may be found in the OMU Commands and Attributes document.

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5.4 Att ribute Reference

To access the Attribute Reference


1. Click on the Config button.
2. Select the Attribute Reference option.

The Attribute Reference lists all available CLI commands and includes details and examples on how
to use the commands. Additional information may be found in the OMU Commands and Attributes 
document.

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5.5 System Monitorin g


5.5.1 Module Status Monitor ing
Module status is shown under the Home windows once logged in. To view all monitor details click
on the Advanced mode view on the top of the screen.
Green LED indicators show that the specific function is working properly. An alarm is displayed as a
red blinking LED.

Module Status Monitors


Module Details
o  Displays Opto-module and Node alarm status:
o  Opto Module:
o  Overall Status – if any one of the following indicators
reports an error, the overall status reports an error as
well.
o  Comm. – Communication error with remote.
o  Firmware – Firmware related error.
o  Temperature – in Celcius.
o  Rx Opto – Error with outgoing optical signal.
o  Rx Opto(dBm) – shows power.
o  Tx Opto – Error with incoming optical signal.
o  Pilot Synth  pilot signal OK (used in OLA
 procedures)
o   Nodes:
o  Status – General node alarm status.
o  Comm. – Communication error with remote.
o   Node Numbers – remote index numbers which are
connected to the corresponding Opto module.

Rack Status Monit ors

Comm Firm Temp Voltages Power Supplies Battery Overall Status

o  Displays Rack (OMU) alarm status:


o  Comm. – Communication error with remote.
o  Firmware – Firmware error.
o  Temperature – rack internal temperature status
o  Power Voltages 2/3/4 – status of various supply voltages
o  Power Supplies – power supply status
o  Battery – Battery related error (low battery, battery
disconnected etc.)
o  Overall Status – indicates overall system status.

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POI Status Monitor s

o  Displays UL Combiner and DL Splitter alarm status:


o  Overall – overall status
o  Comm. – Connection to UL Combiner/ DL Splitter
module.
o  Firmware – Firmware related error.
o  Power 3 – status of all three power levels

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5.5.2 Logs
The Alarms Log displays the last 100 alarms and/or user actions on the remote system in a
chronological order. By hovering with the mouse over each alarm, full alarm details are available,
including alarm descriptions, severities, alarm classes and time of event.

Figure 5-1. Logs

To receive a summary containing all information on a reported incident in the Log list, simply hover
with the mouse over the specified Log and view all details contained in the Log (see below).

Figure 5-2. Logs – Summary

Column Description
Date & Time Time of occurrence
Source ID of reporting source
Description Additional alarm information (e.g Open Door, )

Icon Description
Alarm attended to and cleared.

System alarm – displayed when system functionality may be compromised.


Alarm status: OK
Alarm status: Error
Acknowledge alarm – Green = Acknowledged.
Click to change acknowledgement.
Use the Ack All button to acknowledge all alarm logs.

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5.5.3 SNMP Supp or t


The OMU II includes SNMP support, including an SNMP Agent and SNMP traps (alarms) sent to an
SNMP Manager / NOC operator.

5.5.3.1 SNMP Traps Parameters


The OMU II sends SNMP traps to user defined destination addresses.

 NOTE: One destination address can currently be defined via the Web. Seven more destination
addresses can be defined via the Axell Shell.

To confi gure the SNMP traps destination address


1. Click on the Configure button (top right corner).
2. Select Remote Communication.
3. In the Device:Method field, select ETH:SNMP

4. Define the SNMP trap destination IP address (additional addresses can be defined via the Axell
Shell.).
5. Enter the (destination address device) Trap Port and its Community parameters.
6. Click Apply.

5.5.3.2 Act ivati ng and Confi guri ng th e SNMP Agent


The SNMP agent provides inventory management for hosted repeaters (on which the SNMP agent is
enabled) and a table of active alarms in the controller or fibre system for remote querying.
The SNMP Agent is responsible for responding to queries and carries out requests. The SNMP Agent
also provides the proprietary Axell MIB (AXELL-AM-MIB), accessible via any SNMP manager
(e.g. HP OpenView).
All SNMP queries to the remote are implemented via an OMU session.

To allow SNMP agent qu eries


•  To allow SNMP queries of the OMU II – the SNMP agent must be enabled on the OMU II.
•  To allow SNMP queries of the remote devices via OMU II – the SNMP agent must be enabled on
the OMU II and  on the remote devices.
•  Remote units configured with an IP address and connected to the communication infrastructure,
can be queried directly.

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To acti vate th e OMU II SNMP Agent
1. Click on the Config  button (top right corner) and select SNMP Agent Config. The following
 pane appears:

2. Set the SNMP Agent toggle to ON.


3. Set the port and the Read-Only community.
4. Click Apply.

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6 Troubleshooting
6.1 Troubleshooting Remote Communication
Since many networks have their own “personality”, performing first time configuration of the remote
communication sometimes requires tweaking of the modem parameters.
This section describes some trouble shooting techniques if configuring the OMU for remote access
fails.

Radio Laptop
LinkProtocol
(RLP)
Modem
RS232
BTS

Control Module
Interworking
in OMU
Function Unit Switch
(IFU) Centre

This illustration is a simplified schematic of the remote communication between a GSM module in an
OMU and an analogue modem. The analogue modem in the computer communicates with the
Interworking Function Unit (IFU), which is the GSM network analogue network interface. The call is
routed via the switch centre over the air interface to the data call number in the SIM-card of the GSM
module.
The Control Module is responsible for establishing connections with the Axell Element Manager, and
to answer incoming calls to the OMU.
As described in previous sections, the Control Module only accepts one login at a time, either via
Local Maintenance port (LMT) or modem connection. Hence, when verifying the remote access of
the OMU, it is important to log out from the OMU locally before trying to access the OMU remotely.

6.1.1.1 Direct Modem Acc ess


To allow for advanced trouble shooting of the communications, it is possible to access the modem
directly via the Control Module from a laptop computer.

LMT Port
RS232 cable

GSM
Control Module
Module
Laptop

Log in to the OMU using the Web-GUI. Switch to Advanced mode and access the Axell Shell dialog.
Type in the command
ACCESS MODEM <Ent er >.
When typing ACCESS MODEM, the controller will send all the characters that are typed directly out
to the modem port. All characters replied back from the modem will go directly to the LMT port and
 back to the computer.

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To abort an ACCESS MODEM session, press three ‘-‘ in a row (all three within one second) to come
 back to the OMU command prompt.

 Note: When accessing the modem port the modem might be configured with “echo off”, meaning that
the characters entered will not be echoed back to the screen. In order to enable “echo”, press Enter.

Type
ATE1 <ent er >
(invisible)
The modem replies with
OK
indicating that the echo is enabled. All characters entered will now be echoed back to the terminal
 program.
Below is a list of handy modem commands for trouble shooting via Direct Modem Access. Please
refer to the modem manual for details on the commands below.

Command Description
ATE1 Enables the echo between the modem and the Control Module.
ATDT<Telephone Causes the modem to dial <Telephone Number>. This can be used to
 Number> verify that the modem correctly can dial a remote modem.
ATA Answer incoming call
ATH Hang up call. Note, if being online to the remote peer, you need to go to
command mode to hang up the call. This is done by waiting at least one
second since last entered character, then press +++ (three plus signs), all
within one second. After one second, the modem will reply OK, meaning
that command mode is entered.
ATM0 Disables the loudspeaker in the modem
ATM1 Enables the loudspeaker in the modem
AT&W Saves the current modem configuration into NVRAM. This means that
this configuration will be used directly after modem power up
AT&F Loads the modem factory configuration
ATZ Resets the modem, and loads the default settings as saved with command
AT&W

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6.1.1.2 Trace Modem
For troubleshooting purposes it is possible to trace the actual progress of initializing the modem. This
trace is useful when having problems with the modem initialization.
Go to Terminal Mode and type
 TRACE MODEM

 
To end session type CTRL-Z

6.1.1.3 Manually Answ ering Incom ing Calls


It is possible to manually answer incoming calls without involving the OMU software at all, to verify
that the remote access and the network itself works as intended. In order to verify the remote
communication, make sure to have someone stand by to dial up the OMU with a terminal emulation
 program, for example HyperTerminal™.
Go in to Direct Modem Access as described in 6.1.1.1. When in direct access mode, ask the person
standing by to dial up the OMU.
As soon as a call is received, the text
RI NG
will repeatedly be displayed on the screen.
Type
ATA <Ent er >
This will inform the modem to answer (ATtention Answer).
When the connection is established, a connect message will be displayed including the connection
speed. Sometimes the information comes together with some miscellaneous information, such as
error correction protocols etc.

 Note: Make sure the remote peer dials the Data Call number

If the voice number is dialled instead of the data number, or if the modem contains an illegal modem
initialization string, the message
OK
or
NO CARRI ER
will be displayed almost immediately.
Try to change the modem initialization string. The modem initialization string mainly used to
configure the remote communication is AT+CBST.
Successful modem initialization strings used by Axell Wireless include (most common first):
AT+CBST=71, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=7, 0, 1; \ Q3

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AT+CBST=0, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=0, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=7, 0, 3; \ Q3

Once the modem initialization string is entered, try again to dial up the OMU. For details on the
different modem initialization strings, please refer to the modem’s user guide.
If the setup is successful, the connect message will be brought up;
CONNECT 9600
This means that an online connection is established to the remote peer. From now on, all characters
typed on the keyboard will end up on the remote peer’s screen. Similarly, all characters typed by the
remote peer will be displayed on the screen.
In the example, the incoming call
was successfully answered, and the
remote user entered the text
message.

In order to come back to modem command mode, press +++ (three pluses) rapidly (within one
second).
Receiving
OK
means that the modem is back in command mode.
Type
ATH <ent er >
This terminates the connection to the remote peer. The message
NO CARRI ER
will be displayed.

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6.1.1.4 Commo n Probl ems
Problem 1
When enabling the remote access for the OMU, the modem fails to log in to the network.
Solution
Signal strength from the donor site is too low. The signal strength can be read directly from the
modem. Go in to Direct Modem Access as described earlier. Use the command AT+CSQ
(documented below) to read out the signal strength.
In order to have good signal quality, Axell Wireless recommends that the signal strength should be
 better than -95 dBm. If signal strength is lower, try to adjust the antennas to get a better signal
strength from the donor.

 Documentation of +CSQ command from a modem’s manual.

In the example the reply to


AT+CSQ is 0,7 meaning 7*2 dB
above -113 dBm; the modem
detects a signal level of -99 dBm.

Problem 2a
OMU is configured properly, and answers the incoming call, but when trying to dial the OMU using
an analogue mode, no modem handshaking is heard from the dialling modem.
Problem 2b

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When dialling the OMU, the OMU answers the incoming call, but no connection is established, and
after a while the OMU disconnects the call.
Solution
The most common cause is that the number called is the voice number of the SIM, not the data
number. Therefore, make sure to dial the data number.
If data call is used, the problem probably is an illegal modem initialization string.
In order to change the modem string, go to the OMU command prompt. Try changing the modem
initialization string and log out to let the controller reinitialize the modem.
If problem remains, try a few different modem initialization strings. Axell Wireless has been
successful with the following modem initialization strings:
AT+CBST=71, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=7, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=0, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=0, 0, 1; \ Q3
AT+CBST=7, 0, 3; \ Q3
Please refer to the modem manual for detailed description of the modem initialization strings.
Problem 3
It is possible to call the OMU from another GSM mobile, but not from an analogue modem.
Solution
This problem is most likely related to the modem configuration and/or the configuration of the IFU
unit. Try to decrease the communications speed and make sure that the modem error correction is
supported by the IFU. Verify the IFU configuration to see if there are any known problems with the
modem connections.
Problem 4
When dialling the OMU, or when the OMU is dialling the Element Manager, the connection is
terminated before the handshaking is completed.
Solution
When an OMU is answering an incoming modem call, or calling up the OMC to deliver an alarm or a
report, the OMU will wait a configurable number of seconds for the call to be established. If no
communication is established within this time, the call will be hung up. If this interval is set too low,
the handshaking is terminated too fast. In the RMC, verify the Modem Connect Time to see that it is
set to at least 30 seconds.

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6.2 Modu le LEDs


6.2.1 WDM Modu le LEDs
On the Fibre Optic Converter module there are six LED indicators; one for power status, one for
error, two for the data communication and two for the RF signals.

PWR Indicates that the power is on

PWR ERR Indicates that there is something wrong in the module


ERR

UL
DATA
UL DATA Ongoing communication in the uplink direction
DL
DATA

OPTO
Rx

OPTO
Tx
DL DATA Ongoing communication in the downlink direction

OPTO Rx Received signal on fiber channel

OPTO Tx Transmitted signal on fiber channel


SC/APC

Fiber link connection


LED 1, Power, Green

On Unit is powered on

Off Unit has no power

LED 2, Error, Red

On Error detected

Off No error

LED 3, UL Data, Yellow

On Communication via the opto module is ongoing in the uplink direction

Off No communication

LED 4, DL Data, Yellow

On Communication via the opto module is ongoing in the downlink direction

Off No communication

LED 5, Opto Rx, Green

On Input opto level OK

Off Input opto level below threshold

LED 6, Opto Tx, Green

On Output opto level OK

Off Output opto level below threshold

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6.2.2 Contr ol Module LEDs


M M
The Control Module has four LEDs which give information regarding  o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
the status of the OMU. m m
 S   P   
 S 
L   t  
 a  o
 o  t  
 a
If the OMU is configured for Ethernet communication the two LEDs  g  t  
 u w  t  
 u
i  
n  s   e
r   s 
Modem Power and Modem Status do not fill any function and can be
disregarded.
Blue LED - Login
Quick flash Control Module switched on, someone logged in locally and/or remotely

Off (except for a quick flash every 10th Control Module switched on, no one logged in
second)

Off (except for a quick double flash Control Module switched on, no one logged in and USB interface is
every 10th second) supported

Off (permanent) Control Module switched OFF

Red LED - Status


Quick flash Control Module switched on, one or more errors/alarms detected

Off (except for a quick flash every 10th Control Module switched on, status OK
second)

Off (permanent) Control Module switched off

Green LED – Modem Power


On Modem Power is on

Off Modem Power is off

Green LED – Modem Status


On Depending on type of call:
Voice call: Connected to remote party
Data call: Connected to remote party or exchange of parameters while
setting up or disconnecting a call

Flashing Indicates GPSR data transfer. When a GPRS transfer is in progress the LED
goes on within 1 second after data packets were exchanged. Flash duration
in approximately 0.5s.
(irregular)

75ms on/75ms off/75ms on/3s off One or more GPRS contexts activated

75ms on/3s off Logged to network (monitoring control channels and user interactions). No
call in progress

600ms on/600ms off  No SIM card inserted, or no PIN entered, or network search in progress, or
ongoing user authentications, or network login in progress

Off Modem is off

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6.2.3 GSM Modem Behaviour

 Note: This LED behaviour is valid only for GSM modems. Other modem types will be added in later
editions.

Green LED – Modem Status


On Depending on type of call:
Voice call: Connected to remote party
Data call: Connected to remote party or exchange of parameters while
setting up or disconnecting a call

Flashing (irregular) Indicates GPSR data transfer. When a GPRS transfer is in progress the
LED goes on within 1 second after data packets were exchanged. Flash
duration in approximately 0.5s.

75ms on/75ms off/75ms on/3s off One or more GPRS contexts activated

75ms on/3s off Logged to network (monitoring control channels and user interactions).
 No call in progress

600ms on/600ms off  No SIM card inserted, or no PIN entered, or network search in
 progress, or ongoing user authentications, or network login in progress

Off Modem is off

Verify the remote communication either by having someone attempting to integrate the remote from
the Axell Element Manager, or by dialling the remote using the Remote Maintenance Console.

 Note: It is very important to dial the data number of the SIM. In case the voice number is dialled, the
call is answered, but almost immediately the call will be hung up.

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7 OMU II Configurations
OMU II is designed to support a wide range of configurations according to the installed modules.
This section provides a few common examples, along with a description of the required modules.
The modules illustrated below, are detailed in section 1.6. The combination of modules and the use of
POI unit depends on the number of required sectors, connected high-power and/or low-power fibre-
fed remotes and the desired flexibility.
 Note that OMU II is model specific to support:
•  One sector
•  Two sectors
•  Operation with POI – 1 to 8 sectors and flexible configuration

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7.1 OMU II and MBF-20 Remotes


7.1.1 Single Secto r 24 MBF-20 Remotes wi th POI
7.1.1.1 Inst alled Modul es for Sing le Sector 24 MBF-20 wit h POI
In this type of configuration, the OMU supports:
•  Model supporting POI - The RF splitting and combining is implemented by the POI unit
•  Six WDM Optical Transceivers
•  Six four-way Optical Splitter/Combiners
 ATTENTION! !: The correct RF level must be verified at the input to the POI!!!

4 way optical splitter/combiners WDM optical transceivers

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 

 o  t  
 a  ow
 t  
 a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 ULDATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
DLDATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL 5
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
Power   O
 U

ON 2 
IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.1.1.2 Schematic fo r Single Sector 24 MBF-20 wit h POI
On the DL, a single sector from a BTS is fed via the POI to six Optical Transceivers on the OMU II.
The optical signal from each Optical Transceiver is routed to an Optical Splitter where it is split to
four and connected to four MBF-20 remotes for a total of 24 (6x4) MBF-20 remotes.

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 12 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 11 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

Slot 6 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 5 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 4 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 3 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 2 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 1 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

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7.1.2 Singl e Sect or 24 MBF-20 Remot es with Intern al Split ter /


Combiner
7.1.2.1 Inst alled Modul es for Sing le Sector 24 MBF-20 wit h Internal Split ter /
Combiner
In this type of configuration, the OMU supports:
•   Model with simplex RF input on the rear panel
•   One pair of RF Splitter/Combiner modules with attenuation (via GUI) for the correct input power
•   Six WDM Optical Transceivers
•   Four four-way Optical Splitter/Combiners
•   Additional required equipment: Two external 4-way Optical Splitter/Combiner modules
4 way optical
splitter/combiners WDM optical transceivers

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 
L   t    o  t  
UL in DL out  o  a w  a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 

IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.1.2.2 Schematic fo r Single Sector x 24 wit h level adjust (24 MBF-20)
On the DL, a single sector from a BTS is fed via the OMU II rear panel to the RF Splitter, that
distributes the signal between six Optical Transceivers on the OMU II.
The optical signal from each Optical Transceiver is routed to an Optical Splitter (two of which are
installed external to the OMU II), where it is split to four and connected to four MBF-20 remotes for
a total of 24 (6x4) MBF-20 remotes.

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 12 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 11 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

Slot 6 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 5 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 4 Downlink Splitter 

Slot 3 Uplink Combiner 

 
dB  Alternative TX Input
Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1  
dB  Alternative RX Output

Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1

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7.1.3 Dual Sect or 24 MBF-20 Remot es with Intern al Spli tt er /


Combiners
7.1.3.1 Inst alled Modul es for Dual Sect or 24 MBF-20 wit h Internal Spli tt ers /
Combiners
In this type of configuration, the OMU supports:
•   Model with two pairs of simplex RF inputs on the rear panel
•   Two pairs of RF Splitter/Combiner modules with attenuation (via GUI) for the correct input
 power – each pair of splitter/combiner modules interfaces between a single sector and three
specific optical transceiver modules
•   Six WDM Optical Transceivers: three (slots 7 to 9) allocated to Sector 1; three (slots 10 to 12)
allocated to Sector 2
•   Two four-way Optical Splitter/Combiners
•   Additional required equipment: Four external 4-way Optical Splitter/Combiner modules 

Two
Sector 1 Sector 2 optical splitters Sector 1 Sector 2

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 
L   t    o  t  
UL in DL out UL in DL out  o  a w  a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in RF out RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 

IN/OUT IN/OUT SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.1.3.2 Schematic for Dual Sector 24-MBF-20 wit h Level Adjus t
On the DL, two sectors from two RF sources are fed via the OMU II rear panel to each RF Splitter.
Each RF splitter distributes the signal between three Optical Transceivers on the OMU II.
The optical signal from each Optical Transceiver is routed to an Optical Splitter (four of which are
installed external to the OMU II), where it is split to four and connected to four MBF-20 remotes for
a total of 24 (6x4) MBF-20 remotes.

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 12 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 11 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical To external
WDM  4 way Opto Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical Splitter/Combiner 

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

Slot 6 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

Slot 5 4 way Opto


Splitter/Combiner 

dB    Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 4 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1
dB    Alternative RX Output
Sector 2
50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 3 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1
dB    Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1 dB    Alternative RX Output


50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1

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7.2 OMU I Replacement


7.2.1 OMU I Replacement – Singl e Sector, Six High Power
Remotes

RF Combiner/Splitter  WDM optical transceivers

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
   
L   S   o
P   S 
UL in DL out  o  t  
 a w
 t  
 a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 

SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.2.2 OMU II – schematic fo r OMU I replacement to supp ort 1


Sector x 6 FO

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

Slot 12

Slot 11

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 6 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 5 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

Slot 4

Slot 3

 
dB
 Alternative TX Input
Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1 dB  Alternative RX Output

Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1

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7.3 Single Sector – Eight High Power Remotes


This configuration supports:
•  One sector via a two Combiner/Splitter pairs – provide internal attenuation
•  Eight high-power fibre-fed remotes (MBF-40 or BSF-3604)

7.3.1 Physical Configu ration


This configuration allows for internal attenuation adjustment.

Combiner/Splitter  WDM optical transceivers Sector 1

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 
L   t    o  t  
UL in DL out UL in DL out  o  a w  a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in RF in RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 
SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

Note: Additional 2 way splitters fitted in rear of chassis. Terminate unused ports of splitters.

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7.3.2 Schematic

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 12 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 11 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 6 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 5 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

 
dB
 Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω
Slot 4 Downlink Splitter 

 
dB  Alternative RX Output

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 3 Uplink Combiner 

 
dB
 Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω
Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1  
dB  Alternative RX Output

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1

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7.4 Two-Sectors – Eight High Power Remotes Split


Evenly per Sector
This configuration supports:
•  Two sectors via two Combiner/Splitter pairs – provide internal attenuation
•  Eight high-power fibre-fed remotes (MBF-40 or BSF-3604) – four per sector

7.4.1 Physical Configu ration

Optical transceivers Optical transceivers


Comb/Split Comb/Split
Sector 1 Sector 2
 Sect-1  Sect-2
M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 

UL in DL out UL in DL out  o  t  
 a  ow
 t  
 a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in RF out RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 
SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.4.2 Schematic

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 12 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 11 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 6 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 5 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

dB    Alternative TX Input
50 Ω

50 Ω
Slot 4 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1
dB    Alternative RX Output
Sector 2
50 Ω

50 Ω
Slot 3 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1
dB    Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω
Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1 dB    Alternative RX Output


50Ω

50Ω
Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1

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7.5 Two-Sectors – Eight High Power Remotes Split


Unevenly Between Sectors
This configuration supports:
•  Two sectors via two Combiner/Splitter pairs – provide internal attenuation
•  Eight high-power fibre-fed remotes (MBF-40 or BSF-3604) – six to Sector 1 and two to Sector 2

7.5.1 Physical Configu ration

Two pairs of
Combiners/Splitters Sector-1 Sector-2

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
 S   P   
 S 
L   t    o  t  
UL in DL out UL in DL out  o  a w  a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
RF out RF in RF out RF in Power   O
 U

ON 2 
SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

Note: Terminate unused ports of splitters with load 1510000140

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7.5.2 Schematic

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 12 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 11 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 6 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

RF → Optical
WDM Slot 5 Opto Module
RF ← Optical

dB    Alternative TX Input
50Ω

50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 4 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 2
dB    Alternative RX Output
Sector 2 50Ω

50Ω

50Ω

50Ω
Slot 3 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 2
dB    Alternative TX Input

Slot 2 Downlink Splitter 

TX Input 1

Sector 1 dB    Alternative RX Output

Slot 1 Uplink Combiner 

RX Output 1
 

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7.6 OMU II USA Solutions – with External POI


These configurations are implemented with a Point of Interface Unit (POI).
Up to eight sectors can be implemented and these can be allocated to any of the WDM modules
according to user configuration.

7.6.1 POI Sing le Sector –8 MBF-40 Remotes


7.6.1.1 Physi cal Confi gur ation

WDM optical transceivers

M M
 o  o
 d   d 
 e  e
m m
   
L   S   o
P   S 
 o  t  
 a  t  
w  a
 g  t  
 u  t  
 u
n  s   e
i  
r   s 

PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR PWR

ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR ERR


1
2 UL DATA
UL UL UL UL UL UL UL UL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 3
4
5 DL DATA
DL DL DL DL DL DL DL DL
DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA DATA 6
7 LinkOK
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO
Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx Rx 8
9 P  L 
OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO OPTO  o M
10 r  T 
 t  
Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx Tx 11 I  
N
12
13
14
15  O
 U

Battery
Power   O
 U

ON 2 
SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC SC/APC OFF

Ethernet 10/100

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7.6.1.2 Schematic

Slot 16 RCB

  e
   l   e
   l
  u   u
   d    d
  o   o
   M    M Slot 15 Controller 
   U    U
   S    S
   P    P

Slot 14 External
 Alarm & Battery

Slot 13 Modem
(Optional)

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 12 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 11 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 10 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 9 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 8 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 7 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 6 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

TX Input RF → Optical
WDM Slot 5 Opto Module
RX Output RF ← Optical

Slot 4

Slot 3

Slot 2

Slot 1

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7.6.2 OMU II USA POI Solu ti ons

Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    U


   M
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   O
   0    o
   0
   7    t
700-1    s
   t
Simplex RX
Output Splitters    u
U/L O/P    p
   t
to OMU    u
   O
   k
   n
   i
   l
   n
   w
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    o
SimplexTX D/L Input
0-15dB
   D
   r
   a
   l
   u
   l
   l D/L Monitor
   e Port
   C C-1
700/C
Simplex RX
U/L O/P

 A U/L Monitor
Port
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P 700/C
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   S
   C P
   P
P-1
Simplex RX
U/L O/P  A

   U
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    M
   O
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   S    m
   W    o
   r
   A Input Combiners    f
 A-1    s
   t
Simplex RX from OMU    u
U/L O/P    p
   n
   I
   k
   n
   i
   l
   p
   U

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7.6.3 Extern al POI for OMU II with 8 MBF-40 Remot es in a single  

sector

Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P


0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   2
  -
   0
   0
   7
700-2
Simplex RX
U/L O/P

D/L Monitor
Port

Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    U


   M
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   1
  -    O
   0
   0 U/L Monitor    o
   t
   7
   s
Port
700-1
   t
Simplex RX
Output Splitters    u
U/L O/P    p
   t
to OMU    u
   O
   k
   n
   i
   l
   n
   w
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    o
SimplexTX D/L Input
0-15dB
   D
   r
   a
   l
   u
   l
   l D/L Monitor
   e Port
   C C-1
700/C
Simplex RX
U/L O/P

 A U/L Monitor
Port
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P 700/C
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   S
   C P
   P
P-1
Simplex RX
U/L O/P  A

   U
Duplex TX/RX D/L I/P & U/L O/P    M
   O
0-15dB
SimplexTX D/L Input

   S    m
   W    o
   r
   A Input Combiners    f
 A-1    s
   t
Simplex RX from OMU    u
U/L O/P    p
   n
   I
   k
   n
   i
   l
   p
   U

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8 Maintenance
8.1 General
The system normally operates without any operator intervention or maintenance.
Should the system malfunction, the condition of the antenna systems as well as the continuity of the
cabling should be checked before replacing any of the OMU units.
In the unlikely event of a unit failure, the field replaceable components (antenna unit, cables, etc.)
should be checked and replaced if faulty and the system restored.
A failed unit can be removed and replaced with a spare while the rest of the system (other OMUs) is
still in operation.
This product is equipped with Class 1 lasers, as per definition in EN 60825-1.

Caution!!!
Un-terminated optical receptacles may emit laser radiation.
Do not stare into beam or view with optical instruments.
Caution: Class 1 Laser

 Note: The power supply of the failed OMU should be isolated from AC mains and DC power before
any module is replaced.

8.2 Preventi ve Maintenance


The OMU does not require any preventative maintenance apart from changing the battery every three
years.
Caution!
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to local laws and instructions.

8.3 Product Disposal


Disposal of this product must be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

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 Appendix A - Specifications
RF Parameters
Frequency bands 68-500 / 380-2700 MHz
Gain flatness typical 2 dB (p-p)
 Nominal RF input power +10 dBm composite power
Absolute maximum RF input +23 dBm composite power
 power
 Number of optical modules 1-8 (depends on low / high power configuration)
 Number of optical remote 1-24 (depends on low / high power configuration)
units
List of the various high (MBF- MBF-40/BSF-36 (high power) MBF-20 (low power)
40) and low (MBF-20) power 8 0
remote unit configurations and 7 4
number of supported links. 6 8
E.g., if the OMU II supports 5 12
two high power fibre remotes, 4 16
then the available low power 3 16
links = 20 2 20
1 20
0 24
Laser class Class 1
Optical Wavelength
Downlink (± 10 nm) 1310 or 1330
Uplink (± 3 nm) 1510 or 1530 or 1550 or 1570 or 1590
Optical Output power
Opto Module +5 ± 2 dBm
Opto Splitter (SCC) +5 ± 2 dBm
Maximum Optical Input Power +5 dBm
Output Power (Tx) max +7 dBm
Operating Temperature +41 to 113° F (+5 to +45°C)
Automatic fibre optic loss Yes
compensation
Power Requirements
Power Requirements 230/115 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 24/-48 VDC
Power Consumption Typical 50 W (fully equipped)
External electrical interfaces
Local Maintenance Terminal RS232
RF Ports N-type Connector Female
Optical Ports SC/APC
AC/DC Mains Input AC: IEC Connector. DC: Terminal Block
External alarms Via Front panel
Modem connector RJ45 or RJ11
Modem antenna connector SMA
Ethernet connector RJ45
Mechanical specifications
Dimensions (w x h x d) 17.5 x 5.2 x 11.4 in (444 x 132.5 x 291 mm) 19” rack
Weight 33 lbs. (15 kg) (fully equipped)
IP rating IP20
Reliability specification
Lifetime (MTBF) >70000 hrs.

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 Appendix B – Connections w ith Duplex Filter


OMU with Duplex Filter
The following two alternatives are available:

 Alternati ve 1
The OMU and the wireless modem operate on the same band (e.g. an
OMU providing GSM with a GSM modem).
In this case, insert the modem module and connect the ANT port with
the coupler port to enable this option. Modem
 ANT

Coupler 

 Alternati ve 2
The OMU and the wireless modem operate on different bands (e.g. an
OMU providing TETRA with a GSM modem).
In this case connect an external antenna as if no duplex filter is
installed.
Modem
 ANT

To external
antenna

Coupler 

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 Appendix C - F/O Cleaning Procedure


 NOTE: The process is demonstrated on an OMU F/O module and is similar to all F/O equipment
supplied by Axell.

Tools:
Tool Description Illustration
Fibrescope connected to a PC running the appropriate
viewing software.

It is highly recommended that some form of fibre


viewing equipment such as a Fibrescope is used to
ensure that all fibre connections are clean before
termination; failure to do so could result in poor system
 performance

Lint-free swabs (box), Axell P/N 99-000127

Lint-free wipes (pack) Axell P/N 99-000125

Fujikura “One Click” cleaner, Axell P/N 98-900004.

99% isopropyl alcohol (can), Axell P/N 99-000126

Cletop type S Cassette Cleaner, Axell P/N 98-900001

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Cleaning Procedure
Dry Cleaning

ATTENTION! Invisible laser radiation might be emitted from disconnected fibres or


connectors. Do not stare into beams or view directly with optical instruments.

1. Before cleaning the optical connectors on the OMU it is advisable to clean the connector of the
mating cable being attached to the optical port.

An unclean optical connector is often the cause for reduced system performance. A bit of dust or oil
from a finger can easily interfere with, or block light. Fortunately, it is very easy to clean the
connector. Be sure to use the correct procedure for the given connector. When disconnected, cap the
SC/APC connector to keep it clean and prevent scratching the tip of the ferrule.

Use a product specially designed for the


 purpose, such as the Cletop type S Cassette
Cleaner.

2. Begin by dry  cleaning the F/O bulkhead connector (shown below is the Fujikura One-Click in
use).

Always make sure there is a way of inspecting the connector after cleaning.
IMPORTANT Cleaning can actually leave the end-face in a worse condition, since alcohol
residue is one of the most difficult contaminants to remove.

3. Remove the protective cap from the


cleaning-head end of the “One
Click” cleaner, lift the
 protective end-cap on the fibre
connector and offer-up the end to
the fibre connector

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4. With the cleaning-head end fully


engaged in the connector, push
until an audible “click” is heard

5. Without fully withdrawing the


cleaning head end push it in again
twice more, each time until an
audible “click” is heard.

6. Withdraw the “One Click” cleaner


and replace the protective end cap.

7. Inspect the fibre connector using a Fibrescope. On the PC monitor, verify that there is no
contamination present on the connector end-face.

8. If the connector is dirty, clean it with a wet cleaning technique followed immediately by dry
cleaning. This is to remove any remaining residue from the wet clean (the following steps
demonstrate a wet cleaning technique).

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Wet Cleaning

Invisible laser radiation might be emitted from disconnected fibers or


connectors. Do not stare into beams or view directly with optical
ATTENTION! instruments.

1. Lightly moisten a new lint-free wipe with 99% isopropyl alcohol. (Step 1 below).

Tip: Have a dry lint-free swab available for immediately drying after performing the wet-cleaning.

2. Lightly press and turn a clean lint-free swab in the moistened area of the wipe to moisten the
swab. It is important that the swab is not too wet. (Step 2 below).
3. Insert the moistened lint-free swab into the bulkhead adapter. Lightly press and rotate several
times in the same direction. (Step 3 below).

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Wet-Cleaning Technique

4. Immediately use a dry lint-free swab to clear any remaining alcohol residue.

 NOTE: Do not re-use any of the wipes and/or swabs. Dispose of them properly.

5. Follow steps 3 to 6 of Dry Cleaning above


6. Re-inspect the fibre using the Fibrescope. On the PC monitor, verify that there is no
contamination present on the connector end-face.
7. If the fibre is still dirty, go back to step 1 (Wet Cleaning) and repeat the entire process.

 NOTE: The entire wet/dry cleaning cycle should only be used twice, if the fibre is still dirty after two
cycles of wet/dry cleaning seek advice from the Axell Wireless Support Desk.

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