Install Radio

Radio 4449

Installation Instructions

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Copyright

© Ericsson AB 2018. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be

reproduced in any form without the written permission of the copyright owner.

Disclaimer

The contents of this document are subject to revision without notice due to
continued progress in methodology, design and manufacturing. Ericsson shall
have no liability for any error or damage of any kind resulting from the use of this
document.

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
1.1 Documents 1
1.2 Tools 1
1.3 Conditions 2

2 Work Process 4

3 Unpack and Check Materials 5

4 Installation Alternatives 7
4.1 Mounting Direction Alternatives 8

5 Prepare for Installation 9

5.1 Install Mounting Bracket 9
5.2 Preassemble Single Pole Clamp and Prepare Radio (Optional) 9
5.3 Assemble DC Power Connector 10

6 Install Radio 12
6.1 Install Multiple Radios 12
6.2 Assemble Single Pole Clamp (Optional) 12
6.3 Hoist Radio 13
6.4 Attach Radio to Rail 14
6.5 Attach Radio to Single Pole Clamp (Optional) 15
6.6 Connect Cables 17

7 Verify Radio Installation on Site 27

7.1 Check Site 27
7.2 Power Up Radio 29
7.3 Check Radio After Power Up 30

8 Perform Concluding Routines 32

8.1 Environment 32

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1 Introduction

This document describes how to install Radio 4449 on site.

1.1 Documents
Make sure that the following documents are read and
understood:
—Personal Health and Safety Information

—System Safety Information

—Transportation and Storage

1.2 Tools
The following table lists the required tools for installing the radio.

Table 1 Tools Required

Tool Product Name

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) wrist strap (static
control wrist strap)

Torque wrench 0.5–4 Nm, TORX® T20

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, TORX® T30

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, socket 10 mm

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Tool Product Name

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, socket 13 mm

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, open-ended head 20 mm

Torque wrench 5 Nm, open-ended head 22 mm

Lifting device

1.3 Conditions
The conditions in this section must be fulfilled before work starts.

1.3.1 Before Going to the Site

Before going to the site, ensure the following:

— Site access permission has been received.

— The required documentation is available.

— The required tools are available.

— The instructions are read and understood.

1.3.2 Before Starting the Installation

Before starting the installation, make sure of the following:

— The site is prepared according to the Customer Site Documentation.

— The ordered hardware is available.

— The rail is installed on the site if needed. For more information on how to
install the rail, refer to Install Rail.

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— The power supply for the radio is installed and tested at the radio site.

— The site grounding system is installed and tested.

— Either of the following alternatives must be installed and tested for both
feeds:

• A main switch and an external fuse

• A circuit breaker

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2 Work Process

Unpack and Check

Materials

Wall Installation Pole Installation

Install Mounting Bracket

Install Radio

Verify Radio
Installation

Power Up Radio

Check Radio
After Power Up

Perform Concluding
Routines
Ge7475E

Figure 1 Radio Installation Work Process

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3 Unpack and Check Materials

The radio is transported in a corrugated box.

Note: The radio must not be left in an outdoor environment for more than one
week before taking it into service. In cases where high humidity or cold
temperatures apply, the radio must be powered up within 48 hours.

Do not dispose of the packaging as it can be required to return faulty equipment.

For more information about handling faulty equipment, refer to Handling Faulty
Equipment.

Steps

To unpack and check the materials:

1. Examine the packaging for

damage. If it is damaged,
Check Packaging

immediately register a complaint

with the transport company. It is
recommended that a photo of the
damages be taken to improve the
claims process.

Ge13589A

2. Remove the straps from the

corrugated box.

Ge13590A

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3. Remove the tape from the

corrugated box.
Note:
Make sure that the items in the
corrugated box are not damaged.

Ge6679C

4. Check that the items delivered

correspond to the packing list.

5. Remove the fitments.

Ge13591A

6. Remove the radio from the box,

and carefully place the radio on
the ground on a clean, soft
surface, or on the packaging
material.
Note:
Make sure to keep the radio clean
from moisture and dirt.
Ge13370B

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4 Installation Alternatives

A B C

Ge13367A

Figure 2 Installation Alternatives

Table 2 Key to Installation Alternatives

Installation Method Description
A Wall installation
B Pole installation
C Pole installation with single pole
clamp

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4.1 Mounting Direction Alternatives

Ge13366A

Figure 3 Mounting Bracket Position

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5 Prepare for Installation

This section provides information for preparations before installing the radio.

5.1 Install Mounting Bracket

Steps

To install the mounting bracket:

1. Attach the mounting bracket to

the radio, and tighten the screws.
13 mm

22 Nm

Ge13593A

5.2 Preassemble Single Pole Clamp and Prepare Radio

(Optional)
Using single pole clamp is an alternative installation variant valid for single and
dual radio installation.

Steps

To preassemble the single pole clamp and prepare the radio:

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1. Attach the bolts and washers to

the radio.
13 mm

22 Nm

Ge13594A

2. 16 mm
Attach the lower pole clamp to the
radio.

41 Nm

Ge13602B

5.3 Assemble DC Power Connector

Steps

1. Ensure that the external power is

switched off for both feeds before
connecting the cables.
ON

OFF

Ge6817D

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2. Assemble the DC power

connectors according to the
instructions delivered with the DC
power connectors. Make sure that
the cable shield is properly
connected in the DC power
Ge6426B
connectors.
Note:
The wires of the power cables can
have different colors. Make sure
B A
that the wires are connected to the
B=0V
correct polarities.
A = –48 V

Ge6243C

5.3.1 2-Wire (DC-C) Connection

The 2-wire (DC-C) connection requires a
DC adapter to be fitted to the DC power
connector.

Ge6242B

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6 Install Radio

Warning!

When working at height, there is a risk of falling objects. Falling objects can cause serious
injury or even be fatal. Always wear a helmet and avoid standing in an area where
objects can fall.

For more information on space requirements, see Radio Description.

6.1 Install Multiple Radios

When installing three radios, a special procedure must be followed, that differs
from the single radio installation procedure.

The detailed instructions for installing a single radio and connecting cables are
described in the following sections.

Steps

1. Attach the middle radio to the rail.

2. Connect the cables to the middle radio.

3. Before attaching the outer radios to the rail, connect the cables to the outer
radios.

4. Attach the outer radios to the rail, one at either side of the middle radio.

5. Power up the radios.

6.2 Assemble Single Pole Clamp (Optional)

Using single pole clamp is an alternative installation variant valid for single and
dual radio installation.

Steps

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1. Assemble the upper pole clamp on

the pole, and finger-tighten the
washers and nuts.

Finger tight

Ge13595A

2. Adjust the pole clamp to get the

clamp bolts to run parallel on each
A side of the pole.

Ge13603A

3. Tighten the nuts.

16 mm

41 Nm

Ge13604A

6.3 Hoist Radio

The handle is designed to hold the weight of maximum one radio.

Note: Do not hoist more than one radio in the same handle; the handle might
break.

Steps

To hoist the radio:

1. Attach a lifting device to the top of the pole or wall, where the radio is to be
attached.

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2. Pull a rope through the block on

the lifting device.

Ge2097E

3. Attach the ends of the ropes to the

handle. The upper rope is for
hoisting the radio and the lower
rope is for guiding the radio to
prevent it from bumping into the
pole, wall, or other units. Always
hoist the radio with the top side
up.
Note:
Do not hoist more than one radio
Ge13372A
in the same handle.

6.4 Attach Radio to Rail

Steps

1. Hook the radio onto the upper part

of the rail.

Ge7369B

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2. Push the lower part of the radio

against the lower part of the rail.

Ge7370B

3. Fit the bolts in the rail groove.

Ge13769A

4. Tighten the bolt to fasten the radio

13 mm
to the rail.
Note:
Make sure that the radio is firmly
22 Nm attached to the rail.

Ge7371D

6.5 Attach Radio to Single Pole Clamp (Optional)

Steps

To attach the radio to the single pole clamp:

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1. Hook the radio to the pins of the

single pole clamp.

Ge13596A

2. Close the lower pole clamp around

the pole, and finger-tighten the
nuts. Adjust the pole clamp to get
A
the clamp bolts to run parallel on
each side of the pole.

Ge13605A

3. Attach the bolts to the lower single

pole clamp and tighten them.
16 mm

41 Nm

Ge13508A

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4. Attach the bolts to the upper

single pole clamp and tighten
16 mm

them.

41 Nm

Ge13597A

6.6 Connect Cables

Make sure that all cable connectors are in good condition; replace if needed.

For information on cable product numbers, refer to Main-Remote Installation

Products Overview.

Because of space limitations, always connect the cables in the following order:

Steps

1. Connect the grounding cable, see Connect Ground Cable on page 19.

2. Connect the RF cables, see Connect RF Cable on page 20.

3. Connect the power cables, see Connect Power Cable on page 21.

4. Connect the ALD (RET) cable, see Connect ALD (RET) Cable on page 21.

5. Connect the external alarm cable, see Connect External Alarm Cable on page
22.

6. Connect the optical cables, see Connect Optical Cable on page 23.

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6.6.1 Connection Interfaces

B C M J

D
A

F G H L I
Ge13369A

Figure 4 Radio Connection Interfaces

Table 3 Description of Radio Connection Interfaces

Position Description Marking Connector Types Connector Illustration
A Antenna A 4.3−10 Plus

B Antenna B

C Antenna C
C
D Antenna D
D
E Maintenance button – – –
F Optical indicators – –
, ,
1, 2
G Optical cable 1 1 LC (On SFP) with
support for FullAXS
H Optical cable 2 2

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Position Description Marking Connector Types Connector Illustration

I −48 V DC power supply POWER Power connector

J −48 V DC power supply POWER Power connector

K Grounding 2 x M6 bolt

L External alarm and control Mini-DIN connector, 14

pin

M ALD (used for a RET unit for ALD Mini-DIN connector, 8

example) pin

6.6.2 Connect Ground Cable

Note: Always connect the grounding cable before connecting any other cable.

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Do!

Products not connected to ground risk damage from overvoltage or overcurrent. Always
ground products according to instructions.

Steps

1. Connect the grounding cable.

T30

Note: For information on

Grounding Cable Kit
product numbers, see
Main-Remote Installation
Products Overview.
8 Nm

or
10 mm

8 Nm
Ge7577F

6.6.3 Connect RF Cable

Steps

1. Connect the RF cable.

22 mm

Other!
Make sure to use the correct cable
5 Nm
type with 4.3-10 connector.

Ge7786C

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6.6.4 Connect Power Cable

Warning!

High energy levels are present in this unit. Improper handling of the unit can lead to short
circuits that can result in serious injury. Exercise care when working with this unit.

Steps

1.

A B
Ge6736D
Ge6244C

Connect the power cable for 3-

wire connections (A) or the power
cable with adapter for 2-wire
connection (B).

6.6.5 Connect ALD (RET) Cable

Steps

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1. Connect the power ALD (RET)

cable.

Ge6733B

6.6.6 Connect External Alarm Cable

1. Connect the external alarm cable

to the radio.

Ge6733B

2. Connect the other end of the external alarm cable to the external equipment,
using the following cable data, depending on the available cable:

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Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Alarm 1 Alarm 2

Blue Violet White Turquoise Green Brown White Yellow

Ge8666A Ge15085A

6.6.7 Connect Optical Cable

For instructions on installing the optical cable, see Installing Optical Cables for
Main-Remote Solutions. The cables are fiber optic and must be handled with
care. Never touch the end face of the optical connectors. Only remove protective
covers right before installation.

For information on how to handle optical cables, see Handling SFP Modules and
Optical Cables.

Steps

1. Draw back the outer cover from

the connector.

Ge1722C

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2. Draw back the inner cover from

the connector.

Ge1723C

3. Remove the fiber protection from

the fibers in the optical cable.

Ge4711A

4. Clean the optical cable.

Note: For instructions on how to clean the optical cable, see Handling SFP
Modules and Optical Cables.

5. Plug in the connector into the SFP

1
receptacle at position marked 1.

Ge5799B

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6. Clamp the plug body with the seal

ring to the optical cable.
1

Ge5792C

7. Slide the bayonet shell to the

1
bulkhead connector.

Ge5802D

8. Clamp the bayonet shell on the

1
bulkhead connector clockwise.

Ge5793C

9. If a second optical cable is to be installed, repeat Step 1 to Step 8 at the

position marked 2.

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6.6.8 Seal Connectors (Optional)

1. Seal the connectors.

For information on how to seal the
connectors, see Seal Connectors.

Ge7952A

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7 Verify Radio Installation on Site

This section describes the verification that must be performed to check the
installation of the radio and the connections to the main unit before it is
integrated with the radio network.

7.1 Check Site

This section provides checklists for verifying the radio installation.

7.1.1 Check Grounding System

Use the following checklist to check the installation of the grounding system for
the site and the Radio System.

Table 4 Grounding Checklist

# Item Yes N/A
(1)

1 Grounding system installed as specified in the Customer

Site Documentation?
2 Radio grounding installed and connected to site Main
Earthing Terminal (MET)?
3 The ground cable area is 14 mm2 for copper cable, or
equivalent(2)
4 Radio System grounded, washers in place, and nuts
tightened?
5 Ground lugs, terminals, C-clamps, and cable lugs correctly
crimped?
6 No unstrapped ground cable longer than 1 m?
7 No damage to insulation of cables?
8 Equipment undamaged and free from contamination?
9 Protective ground in power supply box connected to site
MET?
Notes:

(1) N/A = Not Applicable

(2) For more information about grounding principles, refer to Grounding Guidelines for RBS Sites

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7.1.2 Check Radio

Use the following checklist to check the cabinet installation and equipment of the
radio.

Table 5 Radio Checklist

# Item Yes N/A
1 Radio installed as specified in the Customer Site
Documentation?
2 Radio clean and undamaged?
3 Radio properly aligned horizontally and vertically?
4 Equipment labeled as required as specified in the
Customer Site Documentation?
5 Protective covers, dust caps, and terminations plugs are
installed on unused ports?
6 Antenna cables routed correctly and undamaged?
7 Antenna cables tightened?
8 ALD (RET) cables routed correctly and undamaged (when
applicable)?
9 ALD (RET) cables tightened (when applicable)?
10 External alarm cables routed correctly and undamaged
(when applicable)?
11 External alarm cables tightened (when applicable)?
Notes:

7.1.3 Check Antenna System

Use the following checklist to check the installation of the antennas, antenna
cables, radio cables, and external equipment of the antenna system.

Table 6 Antenna System Checklist

# Item Yes N/A
1 Antenna system installed as specified in the Customer Site
Documentation?
2 No cables or connectors damaged?
3 RF cables properly labeled?
4 Optical cables properly connected, labeled, and strapped?
(1)

5 Connectors properly connected?

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# Item Yes N/A

6 Minimum bending radius of the RF cables correct according
to the manufacturer specifications?
7 The correct cable connected to the correct ALD, or Radio
Interface Unit (RIU) port (when applicable?)
8 Bend or drip loop applied on optical cables outside wall or
roof?
9 Outdoor cables ladder protected from falling ice?
10 Outdoor jumpers strapped at regular intervals according to
Feeder System Guideline?
11 Antenna brackets compatible with the mast or pole (no risk
for corrosion)?
12 ALD (RET) cable is correctly connected to the connector
marked ALD and tightened (when applicable)?
13 External alarm cable is correctly connected to the
connector marked and tightened (when applicable)?
Notes:

(1) Ensure that the minimum bending radius is not violated. For more information, refer to
Installing Optical Cables for Main-Remote Solutions.

7.1.4 Check Power System

Use the following checklist to check the installation and grounding of power
system equipment.

Table 7 Power System Checklist

# Item Yes N/A
1 Radio is installed as specified in the Customer Site
Documentation?
2 Radio is terminated in the correct positions and labeled?
3 Ground cable is tightened?
4 Power sockets are securely and correctly attached to radio?
Notes:

7.2 Power Up Radio

The radio must be powered up within 48 hours after installation, even if it is not
taken into service. The reason is to protect the internal units from local climate
conditions.

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Do!

Products not connected to ground risk damage from overvoltage or overcurrent. Always
ground products according to instructions.

Steps

To power up the radio:

1. Make sure that the radio is

grounded according to
instructions.

Ge7355E

2. Switch on the external power to

the radio on both power feeds.

ON

OFF

Ge6816B

7.3 Check Radio After Power Up

Once the power has been switched on, the radio is loaded with the specific
software. Optical indicators show the status of the radio.

For more information on interpreting the optical indicators on the radio, refer to
Indicators, Buttons, and Switches.

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Steps

1. Open the cover for the optical

indicators.

Ge7615B

2. Check that the operation optical

indicator for the radio and the fan
(if applicable) is green. If any red
optical indicator is on, contact the
OMC for maintenance support.

Ge5649C

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8 Perform Concluding Routines

Before leaving the site, do the following:

1. Clean the site and remove objects such as wrapping paper and cable
clippings.

2. Dispose of waste according to

local regulations.

Hazardou
s
Plastic
Metal
Paper

Ge8582A

3. Fill in the verification checklist in the Customer Site Documentation.

4. Report any faults according to local requirements.

5. Hand over the Customer Site Documentation to the person responsible for
the site.

6. Lock all doors and gates to the site.

8.1 Environment
Ericsson strongly recommends that installers pay particular attention to the
environment when cleaning the site after installation. In particular, recycle all
waste that can be recycled and sort the rest so that they can be disposed of
according to local regulations. Use the checklist in Table 8 for recycling and
sorting.

Table 8 Recycling and Sorting Waste

Recycle or Sort Item YES N/A (1)
Sorted with Pieces of cable with low metallic content
plastics
Cable insulation from crimping, brazing, or
welding
Polyethylene
Bubble plastic
Cable tie clippings
Paper recycling Paper

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Recycle or Sort Item YES N/A (1)

Recycled or Wood
sorted as wood
Recycled or Waste metal from cable ladders
sorted as metals
Pieces of cable with high metallic content
Nuts, bolts, washers, and screws
Notes:

(1) Not Applicable

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