Installing and Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS

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Flexi Zone BTS, Rel. SRAN21FZ SP2,
Issue 02
Installing and Cabling Flexi Zone

Mini-Macro Outdoor and Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS
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Table of Contents
Summary of changes .................................................................................................................. 17
1 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS hardware appearance and
interfaces ......................................................................................................................................... 22
2 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS .................................. 36
2.1 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS on a wall .......... 36
2.2 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband Outdoor BTS on a vertical pole ..... 46
2.3 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor BTS on a horizontal pole
............................................................................................................................................ 55
2.4 Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband Outdoor BTS on a wall or pole
using FMWG pole mount kit ........................................................................................... 63
2.5 Installing one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS
on a wall using the FMWU mount kit ............................................................................. 76
2.6 Installing one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS
on a pole using the FMWH mount kit ........................................................................... 86
2.7 Adjusting the Tilting Bracket .......................................................................................... 97
2.8 Installing one Flexi Zone Micro BTS or one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
horizontally on a strand using the FMWI kit ................................................................ 99
2.9 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using
FMWK strand mount kit ................................................................................................ 110
2.10 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using
FMWL strand mount kit ................................................................................................ 125
2.11 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor LAA BTS horizontally on a strand
using FMWQ strand mount kit ..................................................................................... 140
2.12 Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using
FMWR strand mount kit ................................................................................................ 157
2.13 Installing shroud cover (FMWF) on Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor or Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS ....................................................................................................... 174
3 Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS ................................... 177
3.1 Cabling the copper backhaul interface ...................................................................... 179
3.2 Cabling the optical backhaul interface ....................................................................... 184
3.3 Cable cleaning ................................................................................................................ 188
3.3.1 Optical cable cleaning ....................................................................................... 191
4 Installing antennas ................................................................................................................... 194

4.1 Installing Bluetooth antenna ....................................................................................... 194
4.2 Installing GNSS antenna ............................................................................................... 195
4.3 Installing directional panel antenna onto Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
.......................................................................................................................................... 196
4.4 Installing directional panel antenna onto Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
.......................................................................................................................................... 199
4.5 Installing omnidirectional antennas ........................................................................... 204
4.6 Installing Wi-Fi dual-band omnidirectional antenna ................................................ 208
4.7 Installing third-party antennas ................................................................................... 210


4.8 Considerations for remotely connecting RF antennas ............................................ 212
5 LED indicators ........................................................................................................................... 214
6 Requirements for GNSS antenna installation ...................................................................... 218

6.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 218
6.1.1 Scope ................................................................................................................... 218
6.1.2 The Global Positioning System ........................................................................ 218
6.1.2.1 Satellite constellation ............................................................................ 218
6.1.2.2 GPS RF carrier ......................................................................................... 219
6.1.3 Global Navigation Satellite System ................................................................. 219
6.1.3.2 GLONASS RF carrier ............................................................................... 220
6.1.4 Quasi-Zenith Satellite System ......................................................................... 220
6.1.4.2 QZSS RF carrier ....................................................................................... 221
6.2 General antenna positioning requirements .............................................................. 222
6.2.1 Required antenna visibility ............................................................................... 222
6.2.2 Antenna placement optimization .................................................................... 223
6.2.3 Lightning protection ......................................................................................... 223
6.2.4 Antenna blockage .............................................................................................. 224
6.2.5 RF interference .................................................................................................. 224
6.3 Attached GNSS antenna operation ............................................................................ 225
6.4 Remotely positioned antenna operation .................................................................. 226
6.4.1 Active GPS antenna ........................................................................................... 227
6.4.1.1 Antenna element .................................................................................... 227
6.4.1.2 Low-noise amplifier (LNA) / Pre-selector filter .................................. 227
6.4.1.3 Overall GPS antenna RF requirements ................................................ 228
6.4.2 RF cabling ............................................................................................................ 228
6.4.3 Lightning arrestor .............................................................................................. 229
6.4.4 GPS antenna system RF requirements ........................................................... 230
6.4.4.1 Antenna system gain ............................................................................. 230
6.4.4.2 Antenna system noise figure ................................................................ 231
6.4.4.3 GPS mounting brackets ......................................................................... 232
7 Contents of Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS delivery ............ 233
8 Flexi Zone BTS installation tools and equipment ................................................................ 240
9 Safety for Public and Workers ................................................................................................ 242

9.1 Installing base stations to ensure public safety ....................................................... 242
9.2 Installing Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro base stations to ensure installer safety
.......................................................................................................................................... 242
9.3 Installing Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro base stations to ensure installer
safety .............................................................................................................................. 244
10 Flexi Zone BTS Bluetooth Modular Approval ..................................................................... 253
11 Standards compliance ........................................................................................................... 254

11.1 Australia compliance .................................................................................................. 254


11.2 Brazil compliance ........................................................................................................ 254
11.3 European Union compliance ..................................................................................... 255
11.3.1 CE Marking ........................................................................................................ 255
11.3.2 RED 2014/53/EU Article 10 compliance ...................................................... 256
11.4 Canada ISED RSS-GEN compliance CAN ICES-3(B)/ NMB-3(B) ............................. 257
11.5 United States FCC Part 15 compliance ................................................................... 260
11.5.1 United States FCC Part 15 compliance - Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS
.................................................................................................................................. 260
11.5.2 United States FCC Part 15 compliance - Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS
.................................................................................................................................. 262


List of Figures
Figure 1 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2CA) ......................................................... 22
Figure 2 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants except FW2CA) ........................ 22
Figure 3 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants) interfaces - bottom view
........................................................................................................................................... 25
Figure 4 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants) interfaces - top view
........................................................................................................................................... 26
Figure 5 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (with three modules, generic model)
........................................................................................................................................... 26
Figure 6 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2GCA) .............................................. 26
Figure 7 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2EHB, FW2HHB) ............................. 27
Figure 8 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2EHWB, FW2HHWB) ....................... 27
Figure 9 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2FIB, FW2ERB, FW2FRB, FW2GEB,
FW2GHB, FW2HIB) .......................................................................................................... 28
Figure 10 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2FIWB,FW2FIWD, FW2ERWB,
FW2FRWB, FW2GEWB, FW2GHWB, FW2HIWB, FW2EHRB) .......................................... 28
Figure 11 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2HIIB) ............................................ 29
Figure 12 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2HIRB, FW2HIRC) ......................... 29
Figure 13 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2IRB, FW2QQF, FW2QQH)
........................................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 14 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2IRWB, FW2QQWF) ...................... 30
Figure 15 Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2QC) .............................................. 31
Figure 16 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (FW2GCA) - bottom view ........................ 34
Figure 17 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (FW2GCA) - top view ................................ 34
Figure 18 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (with two modules, generic model) -
bottom view .................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 19 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (with two modules, generic model) - top
view ................................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 20 Disassembling the mounting bracket .................................................................... 39
Figure 21 Fixing the interface bracket (FW2QC) ..................................................................... 39
Figure 22 Fixing the interface bracket (FW2CA) ..................................................................... 40
Figure 23 Static mounting bracket keyholes .......................................................................... 41
Figure 24 Drilling the holes ........................................................................................................ 41
Figure 25 Installing the static mounting bracket on the wall ............................................... 42
Figure 26 Rubber plug location (FW2QC) ................................................................................ 42
Figure 27 Rubber plug location (FW2CA) ................................................................................. 44
Figure 28 Correct bracket alignment ....................................................................................... 45
Figure 29 Installing the BTS on a wall (FW2QC and FW2CA examples) ................................ 45


Figure 33 Threading the straining straps ................................................................................ 50
Figure 34 Installing the installation plate to the pole ........................................................... 51
Figure 38 Installing the BTS on a vertical pole (FW2QC and FW2CA examples) ................ 54
Figure 42 Threading the band straps ...................................................................................... 59
Figure 43 Installing the static mounting bracket on the pole .............................................. 60
Figure 47 Installing the BTS on a horizontal pole .................................................................. 63
Figure 48 FMWG pole mount components .............................................................................. 64
Figure 49 FMWG pole mount configurations .......................................................................... 65
Figure 50 FMWG pole mount dimensions ................................................................................ 68
Figure 51 RRH adapter plate bolts ........................................................................................... 68
Figure 52 Rotation bracket and unit bracket bolt locations ................................................. 69
Figure 53 Unit bracket bolts ...................................................................................................... 69
Figure 54 Rotation bracket bolts .............................................................................................. 69
Figure 55 Pole and unit bracket reassembly .......................................................................... 70
Figure 56 Flexi Zone BTS mounting bolts ............................................................................... 70
Figure 57 Unit mount assembly attached to wall .................................................................. 71
Figure 58 Unit mount assembly band strapped to pole ....................................................... 72
Figure 59 Unit mount assembly bolted to pole ..................................................................... 73
Figure 60 Attach Flexi Zone BTS to FMWG mount assembly ................................................ 74
Figure 61 Horizontal rotation adjustment bolts .................................................................... 74
Figure 62 Vertical tilt adjustment bolts ................................................................................... 75
Figure 63 Dual radio wall bracket mount FMWU ..................................................................... 77
Figure 64 Dual radio FMWU wall bracket mount dimensions ............................................... 80
Figure 65 Installing the SBO to the interface bracket ........................................................... 81
Figure 66 Installing the MBO to the interface bracket .......................................................... 81
Figure 67 Preparing the wall for the static wall mount bracket ........................................... 82
Figure 68 Installing the static wall mount bracket to the wall ............................................. 83
Figure 69 Installing the MBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket ................. 83
Figure 70 Tightening the MBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb)
........................................................................................................................................... 84
Figure 71 Installing the SBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket .................. 84
Figure 72 Tighten the SBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb)
........................................................................................................................................... 85


Figure 73 SBO + MBO installed on a wall ................................................................................. 86
Figure 74 Dual radio pole mount FMWH .................................................................................. 88
Figure 75 Dual radio FMWH pole mount dimensions ............................................................. 91
Figure 76 RRH adapter plate bolts ........................................................................................... 91
Figure 77 Dual mount bracket without the RRH adapter plate ........................................... 92
Figure 78 SBO and MBO mounting bolts ................................................................................. 92
Figure 79 Pole mount assembly bolted to pole ..................................................................... 93
Figure 80 Attach secondary pole to pole mount assembly .................................................. 94
Figure 81 Unit mount assembly bolted to secondary pole .................................................. 95
Figure 82 Attach Flexi Zone BTS to unit mount assembly .................................................... 96
Figure 83 SBO + MBO installed on a pole ................................................................................ 97
Figure 84 Tilt bracket rotation angle index ............................................................................. 98
Figure 85 Adjusting bracket angle ............................................................................................ 98
Figure 86 Tilt bracket installed on pole with a Flexi Zone BTS attached to it as
configuration example ................................................................................................... 99
Figure 87 Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZM BTS ............................ 100
Figure 88 Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWI (474409A), contents ................................... 101
Figure 89 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation
......................................................................................................................................... 103
Figure 90 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation ............................ 104
Figure 91 M6x20 bolts holding BTS onto strand-mount frame ........................................ 105
Figure 92 RF cables connected to BTS .................................................................................. 105
Figure 93 GPS antenna attached to right-angle adapter on BTS ..................................... 105
Figure 94 RF antennas connected to strand-mount frame ............................................... 106
Figure 95 Flat above eMIMO antenna's connector .............................................................. 107
Figure 96 Aerial view of assembly showing BTS direction of movement for balancing
......................................................................................................................................... 108
Figure 97 RF antennas connected to strand-mount frame ............................................... 108
Figure 98 Flat above eMIMO antenna's connector .............................................................. 109
Figure 99 FZ BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWI strand mount kit
......................................................................................................................................... 109
Figure 100 Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZ MBO BTS ................... 111
Figure 101 Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWK (474410A), contents ...................... 112
Figure 102 Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation
......................................................................................................................................... 115
Figure 103 Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation ................. 116
Figure 104 M6x20 bolts holding BTS onto strand-mount frame ..................................... 117
Figure 105 RF cables connected to BTS ............................................................................... 118
Figure 106 GPS antenna attached to right-angle adapter on BTS ................................... 118
Figure 107 RF antennas connected to strand-mount frame ............................................ 120
Figure 108 Flat above eMIMO antenna's connector ........................................................... 120
Figure 109 Shifting the strand mount vertically .................................................................. 121


Figure 110 Clamps used to secure the strand-mount assembly to the strand/cable
......................................................................................................................................... 121
......................................................................................................................................... 122
......................................................................................................................................... 123
Figure 115 FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWK
strand mount kit .......................................................................................................... 125
Figure 117 Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWL (474850A), contents ....................... 127
......................................................................................................................................... 130
......................................................................................................................................... 136
......................................................................................................................................... 137
......................................................................................................................................... 138
Figure 129 FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWL
strand mount kit .......................................................................................................... 140
Figure 131 Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWQ (474851A), contents ...................... 142
......................................................................................................................................... 144
Figure 134 FMWQ antenna bracket positions ...................................................................... 146
Figure 138 Flat above LAA antenna's connector ................................................................. 151


......................................................................................................................................... 153
......................................................................................................................................... 154
......................................................................................................................................... 155
Figure 144 Flat above LAA antenna's connector ................................................................. 155
Figure 146 FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWQ
strand mount kit .......................................................................................................... 157
Figure 147 Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZM BTS ......................... 158
Figure 148 Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWR (474882A), contents ............................... 159
Figure 149 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation
......................................................................................................................................... 161
Figure 150 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation .......................... 163
Figure 151 FWHT and FWHR solar shields size ..................................................................... 164
Figure 152 Extender and LED cover label installed to the FWHT BTS .............................. 165
Figure 154 RF cables connected to BTS (shown FWHT) ...................................................... 167
Figure 158 Shifting the strand mount vertically (FWHR shown) ........................................ 170
(FWHT shown) ............................................................................................................... 170
Figure 162 FZ BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWR strand mount
kit (FWHT shown) .......................................................................................................... 173
Figure 163 Removing the shroud center piece .................................................................... 175
Figure 164 Sliding the shroud (shown with an MMO BTS) .................................................. 175
Figure 165 Screwing the shroud onto the BTS .................................................................... 176
Figure 166 Shroud attached to an MMO BTS ....................................................................... 176
Figure 167 DC-shielded power connector ............................................................................ 178
Figure 168 Power cable alignment ......................................................................................... 179
Figure 169 Removing the cap ................................................................................................. 180
Figure 170 Preparing the cable gland. .................................................................................. 180
Figure 171 Sizing the cable glands ........................................................................................ 181
Figure 172 Releasing the locking lever. ................................................................................. 181
Figure 173 Inserting the cable gland assembly into the interface. .................................. 182
Figure 174 Locking the cable gland assembly onto the interface. ................................... 183
Figure 175 Connecting the copper cable .............................................................................. 183
Figure 176 Removing the cap ................................................................................................. 184


Figure 177 Preparing the optical cable gland ....................................................................... 184
Figure 178 Fiber breakout and cable gland sizing. .............................................................. 185
Figure 179 Releasing the locking lever. ................................................................................. 185
Figure 180 Inserting the cable gland assembly into the interface. .................................. 186
Figure 181 Locking the cable gland assembly onto the interface. ................................... 187
Figure 182 Connecting the optical cable .............................................................................. 187
Figure 183 Visible light source tool ....................................................................................... 189
Figure 184 Fiber scope ............................................................................................................ 189
Figure 185 Light source and power meter ........................................................................... 189
Figure 186 Fiber dry cloth cleaner ......................................................................................... 190
Figure 187 RF cables and connectors ................................................................................... 197
Figure 188 Antenna screw holes ............................................................................................ 198
Figure 189 MBO BTS screw holes ........................................................................................... 198
Figure 190 RF cables ................................................................................................................ 200
Figure 191 Securing mounting stand-offs ........................................................................... 201
Figure 192 Sliding directional antenna onto BTS ................................................................ 202
Figure 193 Directional antenna on the BTS ......................................................................... 202
Figure 194 Attaching directional antenna to BTS ............................................................... 203
Figure 195 Directional antenna RF cables ............................................................................ 203
Figure 196 MAIN/DIV stacked omni antenna ........................................................................ 205
Figure 197 Stacked omni antennas attached to the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS non-Wi-Fi
RF modules ................................................................................................................... 205
Figure 198 Omnidirectional antennas attached to the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS model
FW2HIRB ........................................................................................................................ 205
Figure 199 MAIN/DIV antennas and Orientation Tab .......................................................... 206
Figure 200 Omnidirectional antenna orientation ................................................................ 206
Figure 201 Flat above omnidirectional antenna's connector ............................................ 207
Figure 202 Wi-Fi antenna bracket with cables ..................................................................... 209
Figure 203 MBO Omni Wi-Fi antenna bracket attached to MBO BTS ............................... 209
Figure 204 MBO Wi-Fi cable routing to the Wi-Fi module connectors ............................. 210
Figure 205 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS LEDs ................... 214
Figure 206 Cell site GPS satellite visibility ............................................................................ 219
Figure 207 Maximizing GPS antenna visibility ...................................................................... 223
Figure 208 GPS antenna placement considerations ........................................................... 224
Figure 209 Maximum GNSS receiver interference power level vs. frequency ................. 225
Figure 210 Typical RF GNSS antenna configuration diagram ............................................ 225
Figure 211 Remote RF GPS antenna configuration diagram ............................................. 227
Figure 212 GPS antenna loss budget / noise figure calculation ........................................ 232
Figure 213 ACMA regulatory compliance mark .................................................................... 254
Figure 214 Brazil Anatel label ................................................................................................. 255
Figure 215 CE marking (EU R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC) ................................................... 255
Figure 216 CE marking (EU RED 2014/53/EU) ...................................................................... 256


Figure 217 Label example for a BTS carrying a non-harmonized frequency restriction
......................................................................................................................................... 257


List of Tables
Table 1 Releases covered by the document ........................................................................... 17
Table 2 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2CA, FW2FA) interfaces .......................... 23
Table 3 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2DA) interfaces ........................................ 24
Table 4 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2DC, FW2EA, FW2EB, FW2HA, FW2PC)
interfaces ........................................................................................................................ 25
Table 5 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces ........................................................................ 32
Table 6 Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interface configurations ............................................... 33
Table 7 Flexi Zone BTS maintenance clearances ................................................................... 38
Table 8 Flexi Zone Micro BTS maintenance clearances ......................................................... 48
Table 9 Flexi Zone Micro BTS maintenance clearances ......................................................... 57
Table 10 Flexi Zone Micro BTS maintenance clearances ...................................................... 67
Table 13 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and
deployed) ...................................................................................................................... 103
Table 14 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and deployed)
......................................................................................................................................... 104
Table 15 Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when
assembled and deployed) ........................................................................................... 114
Table 16 Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and
deployed) ...................................................................................................................... 115
deployed) ...................................................................................................................... 130
deployed) ...................................................................................................................... 145
Table 21 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and
deployed) ...................................................................................................................... 161
Table 22 Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and deployed)
......................................................................................................................................... 163
Table 23 Cable gland sizing ..................................................................................................... 181
Table 24 Dry cleaning equipment .......................................................................................... 190
Table 25 Wet cleaning equipment .......................................................................................... 191
Table 26 Flexi Zone BTS LED indications .............................................................................. 214
Table 27 QZSS navigation signal bands and carrier frequencies ...................................... 221
Table 28 Recommended GPS antenna specifications ......................................................... 228
Table 29 Antenna cable loss and bend radius data ............................................................. 229


Table 30 Flexi Zone MMO and MBO BTS (FDD-LTE) delivery contents ............................. 233
Table 31 Flexi Zone MMO and MBO BTS (TD-LTE) delivery contents ............................... 235
Table 32 FMWA Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Bracket (472858A) delivery contents
......................................................................................................................................... 235
Table 33 FMWB Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Bracket (473031A) delivery contents
......................................................................................................................................... 236
Table 34 FMWE Flexi Zone MBO Omnidirectional Wi-Fi Antenna Installation kit (474041A)
delivery contents ......................................................................................................... 236
Table 35 FMWG Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Kit (474013A) delivery contents
......................................................................................................................................... 236
Table 36 FMWH Flexi Zone Dual Radio Pole Mount kit (474312A) delivery contents
......................................................................................................................................... 237
Table 37 FMWU Flexi Zone Dual Radio Wall Mount Bracket (475164A) delivery contents
......................................................................................................................................... 237
Table 38 FMWI Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474409A) delivery
contents ........................................................................................................................ 237
Table 39 FMWK Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474410A) delivery
contents ........................................................................................................................ 238
Table 40 FMWL Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474410A) delivery
contents ........................................................................................................................ 238
Table 41 FMWQ Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474851A) delivery
contents ........................................................................................................................ 238
Table 42 FMWR Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474882A) delivery
contents ........................................................................................................................ 239
Table 43 Flexi Zone antenna delivery contents ................................................................... 239
Table 44 Installation tools ....................................................................................................... 241
Table 45 Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS required Compliance Boundaries (CB)
......................................................................................................................................... 243
Table 46 Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
compliance boundaries ............................................................................................... 244
Table 47 Flexi Zone MBO BTS RF module IDs and compliance boundaries ..................... 245
Table 48 Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS compliance
boundaries .................................................................................................................... 250
Table 49 Bluetooth module IDs .............................................................................................. 253
Table 50 Antennas under FW2RMBOM1 Band 46 LAA RF Module approved by ISED
......................................................................................................................................... 258
Table 51 Antennes avec FW2RMBOM1 B: et 46 LAA RF Module approuvé par ISED
......................................................................................................................................... 259
Table 52 Approved antennas for MBO variants equipped with LAA B46 RF Modules
......................................................................................................................................... 263


Summary of changes
Find list of changes between document issues. You can navigate to respective changed
topics.
This document is common for FDD-LTE and TD-LTE. This document is common for the Flexi
Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FZ MMO BTS) and Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
(FZ MBO Micro BTS) hardware variants. You may find here information about solutions that
are not available or supported in a specific software (SW) release or radio access technology
(RAT). For features supported in your SW release, see the respective feature documentation
chapter in the system library.
Table 1: Releases covered by the document
Product Release
Long Term Evolution FDD-LTE16 and later releases
TD LTE TD-LTE16A and later releases
Changes between issues 17 (2021-04-15) and 18 (2021-06-18)
Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS hardware appearance and
interfaces
Hardware appearance of the FW2QQH variant and information about DC power interface
have been added.
Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
The note regarding DC-powered variants has been updated to include information about
the FW2QQH variant.
Contents of Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS delivery
Table: Flexi Zone MMO and MBO BTS (TD-LTE) delivery contents has been updated to
include information about the FW2QQH variant.
Installing Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro base stations to ensure installer safety


Table: Flexi Zone MBO BTS RF module IDs and compliance boundaries has been updated
with information about the FW2QQH variant.
Table: Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS compliance
boundaries has been updated with information about the FW2QQH variant.
Installing one Flexi Zone Micro BTS or one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
horizontally on a strand using the FMWI kit
Torque values have been updated in the step 3. Attach the GPS antenna to the BTS.
Instructions on how to attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame have
been updated.
Wrench size values in inches have been changed from decimals to fractions.
Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWK
strand mount kit
been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWL
strand mount kit
been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor LAA BTS horizontally on a strand using
FMWQ strand mount kit
been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWR


strand mount kit
Torque values have been updated in the step 2. Connect the pre-installed RF cables to
the 4.1–9.5 RF connectors on the BTS. Tighten the connectors to 10 Nm (7.37 ft-lb).
been updated.
Installing GNSS antenna
Torque values have been updated in the step 2. Tighten the antenna to 1.7-2.6 Nm
(1.25-1.92 ft-lb.).
Installing omnidirectional antennas
Instructions on how to attach the antennas have been updated.

Installing Wi-Fi dual-band omnidirectional antenna
The wrench type has been specified for attaching omnidirectional antennas to the
antenna bracket.
Installing third-party antennas
Torque values have been updated in the step 2. Tighten the antennas with N-type
connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb). Antennas with 4.3–10 connectors should be
torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
Installing one Flexi Zone Micro BTS or one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
horizontally on a strand using the FMWI kit
The step 4. Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame. has been
updated.
The step 9. Attach the RF antennas to the strand mount bracket frame (if not performed
previously). has been updated.


Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWK
strand mount kit
The step 4. Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame has been
updated.
previously) has been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWL
strand mount kit
The step 4. Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame. Gripping each
antenna by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type connectors torqued to 1.7
Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench. Antennas with 4.3-10 connectors must
be attached using a 22 mm open-end wrench, and torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb) has been
updated.
previously). Gripping each antenna by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type
connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench. Antennas
with 4.3-10 connectors must be attached using a 22 mm open-end wrench, and torqued
to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb) has been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor LAA BTS horizontally on a strand using
FMWQ strand mount kit
updated.
previously) has been updated.
Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using FMWR
strand mount kit
updated.
previously). has been updated.
Installing omnidirectional antennas


The step 2. Attach the antennas. has been updated.
Installing Wi-Fi dual-band omnidirectional antenna
The step 2. Attach omnidirectional antennas (FAWH) to each side of the antenna bracket.
Gripping each antenna by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type connectors
torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench has been updated.


1. Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
hardware appearance and interfaces
Hardware description and interface connections
Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS hardware appearance

Figure 1: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2CA)
Figure 2: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants except FW2CA)
Interfaces (MMO)


Table 2: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2CA, FW2FA) interfaces
Interface Description
AC POWER M12 power C-code connector
BH A Fiber-only backhaul interface
BH B Copper-only backhaul interface
BH C Copper-only backhaul interface with PoE/PSE (IEEE 802.3at-

compliant)
BH D Alarm card interface (for the External alarm box FSEF)
BLUETOOTH Reverse polarity SMA jack
GND Grounding
GPS Type N GPS antenna connector
ANT-D
FW2CA: 4.1-9.5 Mini DIN antenna connector (diversity)
FW2FA: Type N antenna connector (diversity)
ANT-M FW2CA: 4.1-9.5 Mini DIN antenna connector (main)

FW2FA: Type N antenna connector (main)


Table 3: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2DA) interfaces
DC POWER M12 power F-code connector

compliant)
GND Grounding
ANT-D
4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (diversity)
ANT-M 4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (main)


Table 4: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (FW2DC, FW2EA, FW2EB, FW2HA, FW2PC)
interfaces
AC POWER M12 power C-code connector

compliant)
GND Grounding
ANT-D 4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (diversity)
ANT-M 4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (main)
Figure 3: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants) interfaces - bottom view


Figure 4: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS (all variants) interfaces - top view
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS hardware appearance

Figure 5: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (with three modules, generic model)
Figure 6: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2GCA)


Figure 7: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2EHB, FW2HHB)
Figure 8: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2EHWB, FW2HHWB)


Figure 9: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2FIB, FW2ERB, FW2FRB, FW2GEB,
FW2GHB, FW2HIB)
Figure 10: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2FIWB,FW2FIWD, FW2ERWB,
FW2FRWB, FW2GEWB, FW2GHWB, FW2HIWB, FW2EHRB)


Figure 11: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2HIIB)
Figure 12: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2HIRB, FW2HIRC)


Figure 13: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2IRB, FW2QQF, FW2QQH)
Figure 14: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2IRWB, FW2QQWF)


Figure 15: Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS (FW2QC)
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS Interfaces


Table 5: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces
AC POWER/DC POWER(1) M12 power C-code connector/M12 power F-code connector(1)
BH A Fiber-only interface
BH B Copper-only interface
BH C Copper-only interface with PoE/PSE (IEEE 802.3at-compliant)(2)
BH D Fiber-only interface (alarm card interface for the External alarm

box FSEF)(3)
BLUETOOTH Bluetooth antenna connector (reverse polarity SMA)
GND Grounding connector
GPS GPS antenna connector (N-Type)
ANT-D 4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (TX/RX diversity)
ANT-M 4.3-10 Mini DIN antenna connector (TX/RX main)
Note:
(1)
The DC power supply is supported only in FW2QQH variant.
Note:
(2)
SyncE is not supported on variants FW2EHB and FW2EHWB on BH port C.
Note:
(3)
Primary backhaul is not supported on BH port D.
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS supports 8 different interface configurations:


Table 6: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interface configurations
Config.
option* BH A (EIF1) BH D (EIF4) BH C (EIF3) BH B (EIF2)
Fiber 1 Fiber 2 Copper 2 Copper 1
1 Primary BH - - LMT
2 Primary BH Daisy Chain - LMT
3 - - Primary BH LMT
4 - - Primary BH Daisy Chain
4a - LMT Primary BH Daisy Chain
5 - LMT Daisy Chain Primary BH
6 - Daisy Chain Primary BH LMT
7 Primary BH - Daisy Chain LMT
Note:
*Configuration options 1 to 4 are supported from RL16A onwards.
In RL16A, RL17 and RL 17A, only fiber to fiber and copper to copper daisy chaining is
supported.
Note:
*Configuration options 1 to 4 and 4a to 7 are supported from RL18A onwards.
From RL18 onwards, fiber to copper and copper to fiber daisy chaining is supported.


Figure 16: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (FW2GCA) - bottom view
Figure 17: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (FW2GCA) - top view


Figure 18: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (with two modules, generic model) - bottom
view
Note:
The optional Wi-Fi module looks identical to the non-Wi-Fi modules and has identical
ANT-M and ANT-D connectors.
Figure 19: Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS interfaces (with two modules, generic model) - top view


2. Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor
Micro BTS
2.1 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband Outdoor

Micro BTS on a wall
The procedure describes the BTS installation on a wall. Pictures used to demonstrate the
installation process are of specific Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) and Multiband
Outdoor (MBO) BTS variants. Particular platform variants might vary in design, but the
installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
Use the interface bracket and the static mounting bracket to install Flexi Zone Micro
platform (MMO or MBO) BTS on a wall.
If you want to install the BTS with the directional antenna, use the tilting bracket instead of
the static mounting bracket. Using the tilting bracket allows for the best performance and
flexibility in controlling the coverage area when using the directional antenna.
The tilting bracket has the same mounting interfaces as the static mounting bracket,
therefore the following procedure applies also for the tilting bracket installation.
Before you start
CAUTION!
CAUTION! Risk of personal injury.

Ensure that the wall installation surface and selected fasteners can sustain the device
under required circumstances. Evaluation of the wall structure and fastening
hardware type should be done by a structural engineer.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone BTS equipment must be installed by trained and qualified service
personnel in accordance with all local codes and requirements.


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone BTS equipment is intended for installation in a restricted access location or
equivalent.
NOTICE:
The BTS interface panel should always face the ground. Any other installation position
might cause overheating and possible damage to the BTS.
Note:
For more information about MMO and MBO hardware appearance and interfaces, see
interfaces
When selecting a location to mount the BTS, keep in mind the following:
Avoid mounting the BTS such that the antennas are blocked by other structures such as
walls. A direct line of sight to the area to be covered will provide the best performance.
Keep other metallic mounting features as far away from all antennas as possible.
Keep cables routed and secured away from the LTE and Bluetooth antennas.
Remotely locating the Bluetooth antenna is not allowed.
If you plan to use an omnidirectional antenna, do not install the BTS on a metal wall or
nearby metal obstructions.
Remotely connecting the FAWB omnidirectional antenna (472933A) is not allowed as this
is a monopole antenna.
If any omnidirectional or directional antennas are remotely connected, external lightning
surge protection must be added.
For more information on remotely mounting antennas, see section Considerations for
remotely connecting RF antennas.
If side clearance is less than screw driver length, the grounding cable needs to be pre-
installed. The minimum and recommended maintenance clearances are shown in Flexi Zone
BTS maintenance clearances.


Table 7: Flexi Zone BTS maintenance clearances
BTS side Minimum clearances Recommended clearances
Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))
Top 100 mm / 400 mm(3) Height of the unit + 10 mm /

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
(Height of the unit + 0.39 in. /
11.81 in.(3))
Bottom 100 mm 300 mm

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
For applications with tilting bracket.
(2)
For wall and pole installations.
(3)
For applications with directional antenna.
(4)
Depends on the screwdriver length.
Procedure
1 Disassemble the mounting bracket.
The mounting bracket consists of two elements: the interface bracket and static
bracket. Loosen the two thumb screws (M6), slide up the interface bracket and put
aside the static bracket. Note that thumb screws (M6) are integral parts of the interface
bracket.


Figure 20: Disassembling the mounting bracket
2 Fix the interface bracket to the Flexi Zone Micro BTS using two M6 cap screws and
washers included with the static bracket assembly.
Tighten the screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).
Figure 21: Fixing the interface bracket (FW2QC)


Figure 22: Fixing the interface bracket (FW2CA)
Note:
FW2CA only, the bracket is attached to the other side of the interface because
access to the I/O ports would be severely restricted due to the shape of this
interface. Remove the rubber plugs (same as top eye bolt hole plug) from these
mounting locations.
3 If applicable, install the directional antenna as instructed in section and Installing

directional panel antenna onto Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS.
4 Mark the mounting screw locations on the wall and drill holes for the screws.


Tip:
Use the static mounting bracket keyholes as a template.
Figure 23: Static mounting bracket keyholes
Figure 24: Drilling the holes
5 Fix the mounting bolts to the wall, and install the static mounting bracket on the wall.
The static mounting bracket keyholes are designed to suit M6 screws.
Check that the bracket is level.


Figure 25: Installing the static mounting bracket on the wall
6 Tighten the bracket’s fastener according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
7 Install the BTS to the static mounting bracket.
NOTICE:
If you lift the unit with a rope, use an M6 size eyebolt with a M6 x 1.0 thread. The
eyebolt should be fixed to the top of the BTS, in place of the rubber plug. The
eyebolt should be removed and replaced with the rubber plug after installing the
BTS. The eyebolt is not part of the delivery and must be ordered separately.
If the directional antenna is already installed, an eyebolt with a neck length of at

least 40 mm must be used.
Figure 26: Rubber plug location (FW2QC)




Figure 27: Rubber plug location (FW2CA)
1. Position the BTS with the interface bracket aligned directly above the static
mounting bracket.
2. Slide down the BTS until it is fully located and seated onto the static bracket.
3. Hand start the thumb screws (M6) to secure the BTS to the static bracket.
4. Torque all M6 screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).


Note:
Before tightening the screws make sure that:

The static mounting bracket is securely captured in the interface bracket's
slot.
Tabs on the interface bracket are captured by the back surface of the static
mounting bracket.
Figure 28: Correct bracket alignment
Figure 29: Installing the BTS on a wall (FW2QC and FW2CA examples)
Note:
The procedure to install the BTS on a wall is the same for all MMO and MBO
variants.


2.2 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband Outdoor
BTS on a vertical pole
The procedure describes BTS installation on a vertical pole. Pictures used to demonstrate
the installation process are of specific Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) and
Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS variants. Particular variants might vary in design, but
the installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
Use the interface bracket, the static mounting bracket, and band straps to install a Flexi
Zone Micro platform (MMO or MBO) BTS on a pole.
If you want to install the BTS with the directional antenna, use the tilting bracket instead of
the static mounting bracket. Using the tilting bracket allows for the best performance and
flexibility in controlling the coverage area when using the directional antenna. The tilting
bracket has the same mounting interfaces as the static mounting bracket, therefore the
following procedure applies also for the tilting bracket installation.
The band straps depend on chosen pole diameter. The width of the band straps should be
less than 3/4" to properly fit into the slots of the mounting bracket.
The tilting bracket has the same mounting interfaces as the static mounting bracket,
therefore the following procedure applies also for the tilting bracket installation.
Before you start
CAUTION!

Ensure that the selected band straps can sustain the device under required
circumstances.
The selected band straps should be rated for outdoor use and be capable of securing
the BTS weight. A certified structural engineer should inspect and approve the
mounting pole and hardware prior to installation.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro BTS equipment must be installed by trained and qualified service


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro BTS equipment is intended for installation in a restricted access
location or equivalent.
NOTICE:
Note:
interfaces
Note:
The band straps are not part of the delivery and must be ordered separately.
Micro BTS maintenance clearances.


Table 8: Flexi Zone Micro BTS maintenance clearances
Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
11.81 in.(3))

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Procedure
bracket.




3 Thread the band straps to the static mounting bracket.
Figure 33: Threading the straining straps
4 Install the static mounting bracket to the pole with the band straps.


Note:
The straps should be tightened and secured according to the strap

manufacturer’s instructions and the bracket should be secure and immovable.
Figure 34: Installing the installation plate to the pole
5 Tighten the band strap around the pole.
NOTICE:

least 40mm must be used.




1. Position the BTS with the interface bracket aligned directly above the static
mounting bracket.
4. Torque all M6 screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).


Note:
Before tightening the screws make sure that:

The static mounting bracket is securely captured in the interface bracket's
slot.
mounting bracket.
Figure 38: Installing the BTS on a vertical pole (FW2QC and FW2CA examples)
Note:
The procedure to install the BTS on a vertical pole is the same for all MMO and
MBO variants.


2.3 Installing Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband
Outdoor BTS on a horizontal pole
The procedure describes BTS installation on a horizontal pole. Pictures used to
demonstrate the installation process are of specific Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor
(MMO) and Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS variants. Particular variants might vary in
design, but the installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
Use the interface bracket, the static mounting bracket, and band straps to install Flexi Zone
Micro platform (MMO or MBO) BTS on a pole.
The band straps depend on the chosen pole diameter. The width of the band straps should
be less than 3/4" to properly fit into the slots of the mounting bracket.
Note:
The tilting bracket is not intended for horizontal pole mounting applications.
Before you start
CAUTION!

Ensure that the selected band straps can sustain the device under required
circumstances.
The selected band straps should be rated for outdoor use and be capable of securing
the BTS weight. A certified structural engineer should inspect and approve the
mounting pole and hardware prior to the installation.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro BTS equipment must be installed by trained and qualified service


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro BTS equipment is intended for installation in a restricted access
NOTICE:
Note:
interfaces
Note:
The band straps are not part of the delivery and must be ordered separately.


Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
11.81 in.(3))

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Procedure
bracket.




3 Thread the band straps to the static mounting bracket.
Figure 42: Threading the band straps
4 Install the static mounting bracket on the pole with the band straps.


Note:
The straps should be tightened and secured according to the strap

manufacturer’s instructions and the bracket should be secure and immovable.
Figure 43: Installing the static mounting bracket on the pole
5 Tighten the band straps around the pole.
NOTICE:

least 40mm must be used.




1. Position the BTS with the interface bracket next to the static mounting bracket and
align the middle hole position.
4. Torque all M6 screws to 5.1Nm (3.8 ft-lbs).


Note:
Before tightening the screw make sure that:

The static mounting bracket is securely captured in the slot in the interface
bracket.
mounting bracket.
Figure 47: Installing the BTS on a horizontal pole
2.4 Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro or Multiband

Outdoor BTS on a wall or pole using FMWG pole mount kit
The procedure describes the installation of one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) or
Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS on a wall or pole. Pictures used to demonstrate the
installation process are of a specific Flexi Zone MMO or MBO BTS variant. Particular
variants might vary in design, but the installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
The single-FZM pole mount kit, FMWG (474013A), allows you to install one Flexi Zone (FZ)
Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) or Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS on a wall or pole.


Equipment preconditions
The following equipment is required for this procedure:

One FZ MMO or MBO BTS
Single-FZM pole mount kit, FMWG (474013A), which includes:
One pole rear bracket
One pre-assembled unit mount assembly, which includes:
Pole front bracket
Rotation bracket
Unit bracket
RRH adapter plate
One hardware kit (screws, bolts, and washers)
Band straps, bolts, or screws to attach the pole mount brackets to the wall, metal pole, or
wooden pole
Note:
The band straps, bolts, or screws used to attach the pole mount brackets to the
wall, metal pole, or wooden pole are not part of the FMWG kit. The customer is
responsible for providing these items.
Figure 48: FMWG pole mount components


Note:
For each unit mount assembly, the pole front bracket, rotation bracket, unit bracket,
and RRH adapter plate parts all come from Nokia pre-assembled. The pole rear
bracket part is unattached.
Figure 49: FMWG pole mount configurations
Note:
The steps in this procedure primarily cover installation on a vertical main pole. The
same steps can be followed for installation on a horizontal main pole with
corresponding variations to account for the horizontal orientation of the main pole.
Before you start


CAUTION!

Ensure that the selected pole bracket fasteners (band straps, bolts, or screws) and
the mounting structure (wall, metal pole, or wooden pole) can sustain the device
under required circumstances. The selected fasteners should be rated for outdoor
use and be capable of securing the weight of the BTS and pole mount kit hardware.
Evaluation of the mounting structure and fastening hardware should be done by a
structural engineer prior to installation.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment must be installed by trained and
qualified service personnel in accordance with all local codes and requirements.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment is intended for installation in a

restricted access location or equivalent.
NOTICE:
Note:
interfaces
Do not install the BTS on a metal wall or nearby metal obstructions.


If any omnidirectional are remotely connected, external lightning surge protection must
be added.
For more information on remotely mounting antennas, see section Considerations for
remotely connecting RF antennas.
installed. The minimum and recommended maintenance clearances are shown in Table: Flexi
Zone Micro BTS maintenance clearances.
Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
11.81 in.(3))

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Depends on the screwdriver length for the ground lug attachment.


Figure 50: FMWG pole mount dimensions
Procedure
1 Remove the RRH adapter plate from the unit mount assembly.
Figure 51: RRH adapter plate bolts
1. Loosen (do not remove) the two M6 bolts that attach the RRH adapter plate to the
unit bracket.
2. Remove the RRH adapter plate from the unit mount assembly.
2 If horizontal rotation is not required or if the BTS needs to be installed closer to the
wall or pole, disassemble the unit mount assembly, remove the rotation bracket, and
reassemble it.


Figure 52: Rotation bracket and unit bracket bolt locations
1. Remove the unit bracket bolt hardware (four M6 bolts, lock washers, and washers)
that attach the rotation bracket to the unit bracket.
Figure 53: Unit bracket bolts
2. Remove the rotation bracket bolt hardware (four M6 bolts, lock washers, and
washers) that attach the rotation bracket to the pole front bracket.
Figure 54: Rotation bracket bolts
3. Reassemble the unit bracket to the pole front bracket using four M6 bolts, lock
washers, and washers removed previously.


Figure 55: Pole and unit bracket reassembly
4. Torque all M6 bolts to 8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
3 Loosely install two M6 bolts and washers onto the BTS.
Figure 56: Flexi Zone BTS mounting bolts
The M6 bolts are provided with each FZ BTS.
Rotate the M6 bolts six full turns in each mounting hole on the BTS. Do not tighten
completely.
4 If the unit mount assembly will be attached to a wall, attach the unit mount assembly
to the wall with appropriate fasteners.


Figure 57: Unit mount assembly attached to wall
Note:
Recommended mounting bolt or screw size is M8. Larger bolts or screws can be
used, maximum size is M14 (9/16 in.), but the maximum clamping force on the
pole mount parts must not exceed 18,000 N (4,000 lb).
Sleeve washers for M8 bolts or screws are provided with the pole mount
brackets.
The pole rear bracket part is not used when attaching the unit mount assembly
to a wall.
1. Mark the mounting hole locations on the wall and drill holes for the bolts or screws.
2. Attach the unit mount assembly to the wall using bolts or screws.
3. Tighten all mounting bolts or screws according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
5 If the unit mount assembly will be band-strapped to a pole, attach the unit mount
assembly to the pole with band straps.


Figure 58: Unit mount assembly band strapped to pole
Note:
The pole rear bracket part is not used when band-strapping the unit mount
assembly to the pole.
1. Thread band straps through front extender pole bracket band strap slots.
2. Attach the unit mount assembly to the pole with band straps and tighten according
to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Note:
The band straps should be double-strapped around the pole. The band straps
must be at least twice the circumference of the pole so they can be wrapped
around the pole and through the pole front bracket twice.
The unit mount assembly must be level, secure, and immovable on the pole.
6 If the unit mount assembly will be bolted to a pole, attach the unit mount assembly
and pole rear bracket to the pole with bolt fasteners.


Figure 59: Unit mount assembly bolted to pole
Tip:
The mounting bolts can be installed from either direction. Depending on the
length of the mounting bolts, you may need to install them from the opposite
direction (through the pole rear bracket first). Alternatively, the unit bracket bolts
can be loosened to allow tilting of the unit bracket to install the mounting bolts
from the front.
Note:
Recommended mounting bolt size is M8. Larger bolts can be used, maximum size
is M14 (9/16 in.), but the maximum clamping force on the pole mount parts must
not exceed 18,000 N (4,000 lb).
Sleeve washers for M8 bolts are provided with the pole mount brackets.
1. Mark the mounting bolt locations on the pole and drill holes for the bolts.
2. Attach the unit mount assembly and pole rear bracket to the pole using bolts,
washers, and lock washers.
3. Tighten all mounting bolts according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
7 Attach the BTS to the unit mount assembly using the two M6 bolts loosely installed in
the BTS previously.


Figure 60: Attach Flexi Zone BTS to FMWG mount assembly
Torque the M6 bolts to 8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
8 If the horizontal rotation of the BTS needs to be adjusted, loosen the M6 bolts on the
rotation bracket, adjust the horizontal rotation, and re-tighten the M6 bolts.
Note:
For horizontal main pole installations, the unit bracket bolts are loosened to allow
horizontal rotation adjustment of the BTS.
Figure 61: Horizontal rotation adjustment bolts
Note:
The top surface of the rotation bracket has a rotation angle index for horizontal
orientation.


1. Slightly loosen the rotation bracket bolts (four M6 bolts that attach the rotation
bracket to the pole front bracket), but do not remove them.
2. Adjust the horizontal rotation of the BTS to the desired angle.
9 If the vertical tilt of the BTS needs to be adjusted, loosen the M6 bolts on the unit
bracket, adjust the vertical tilt, and re-tighten the M6 bolts.
Note:
For horizontal main pole installations, the rotation bracket bolts are loosened to
allow vertical tilt adjustment of the BTS.
Figure 62: Vertical tilt adjustment bolts
Note:
The side surface of the unit bracket has a tilt angle index for vertical orientation.
1. Slightly loosen the unit bracket bolts (four M6 bolts that attach the unit bracket to
the rotation bracket or pole front bracket), but do not remove them.
2. Adjust the vertical tilt of the BTS to the desired angle.


2.5 Installing one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one
Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS on a wall using the FMWU
mount kit
The procedure describes the installation of one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one
Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS on a wall or a pole. Pictures used to demonstrate the
installation process are of a specific Flexi Zone MMO or MBO BTS variant. Particular
variants might vary in design, but the installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
The dual radio wall bracket and pole mount upgrade kit, FMWU (475164A), allows you to
install one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) and one Multi Band Outdoor (MBO) BTS unit on a wall
(SBO + MBO).
The wall mounted bracket is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
You need the following:

One SBO unit (B14) and one MBO (B2/B66) unit
Dual radio wall bracket and pole mount upgrade kit, FMWU (475164A), which includes:
Two radio unit mounting brackets (similar to the ones used in FMWA bracket)
One extended wall mount bracket
One necessary hardware kit to secure the radios and the wall bracket to the radio
mounting bracket (miscellaneous hardware for unit and bracket connections is not
included)
Note:
Power Cables for SBO and MBO are not included in the FMWU kit, and need to be
ordered separately:
FPWA (472853A) FZ AC Power Cable 10 m (20 AWG) for SBO radio
FPWZ (473163A) MBO AC Power Cable 10 m (18 AWG) for MBO radio
Note:
The unit shipped from Nokia is partially assembled on the FMWU (474164A) bracket,
and ready for deployment with all components.


Figure 63: Dual radio wall bracket mount FMWU
Before you start
CAUTION!

the mounting structure (wall, metal pole, or wooden pole) can sustain the devices
use and be capable of securing the weight of the BTSs and pole mount kit hardware.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro and Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment must be installed by trained
and qualified service personnel in accordance with all local codes and requirements.


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro and Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment is intended for installation in
a restricted access location or equivalent.
NOTICE:
be added.
For more information on remotely mounting antennas, see section Installing antennas.


Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
11.81 in.(3))

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)


Figure 64: Dual radio FMWU wall bracket mount dimensions
Procedure
1 Install the SBO to the interface bracket.
Fix the interface bracket to the SBO using two M6 cap screws and washers included with
the mounting bracket. Tighten the screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).


Figure 65: Installing the SBO to the interface bracket
2 Install the MBO to the interface bracket.
Fix the interface bracket to the MBO using two M6 cap screws and washers included
with the mounting bracket. Tighten the screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).
Figure 66: Installing the MBO to the interface bracket
3 Install the static bracket to the wall.


WARNING!
Risk of injury!
Make sure the wall mounting hardware is appropriate for the wall material and
weight. Make sure the bracket is mounted on a secure spot on the wall. Follow
manufacturer guidelines for spacing of wall mounting hardware. Wall mounting
hardware cannot protrude beyond the recessed holes in the bracket after
installation. Verify wall mounting hardware before installation.
3.1 Mark the mounting screw locations on the wall.
3.2 Drill the holes.
3.3 Fix the mounting bolts to the wall.
Figure 67: Preparing the wall for the static wall mount bracket
3.4 Place the static bracket on the wall.
3.5 Check that the bracket is leveled.
3.6 Tighten the bracket's fastener according to the manufacturer's instructions.


Figure 68: Installing the static wall mount bracket to the wall
4 Install the MBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket.
Figure 69: Installing the MBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket
5 Tighten the MBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).


Figure 70: Tightening the MBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb)
6 Install the SBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket.
Figure 71: Installing the SBO with the interface bracket to the static bracket
7 Tighten the SBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).


Figure 72: Tighten the SBO cap screws on the interface bracket to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb)
8 Cable the radios
8.1 Connect the daisy chain fiber cable between the SBO and MBO radios
8.2 Connect each power cable to the SBO and MBO radios
8.3 Cable the radios according to Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS
Result


Figure 73: SBO + MBO installed on a wall
2.6 Installing one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one
Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS on a pole using the FMWH
mount kit
The procedure describes the installation of one Single Band Outdoor (SBO) BTS and one
Multiband Oudoor (MBO) BTS on a pole. Pictures used to demonstrate the installation
process are of a specific Flexi Zone MMO or MBO BTS variant. Particular variants might
vary in design, but the installation procedure remains the same.
Purpose
The single/dual radio Flexi Zone pole mount kit, FMWH (474312A), allows you to install one
Single Band Outdoor (SBO) and one Multi Band Outdoor (MBO) BTS unit on a pole (SBO +
MBO). The FMWH kit also allows you o install a single BTS unit to a pole.

One SBO unit (B14) and one MBO (B2/B66) unit


Single/Dual-FZM pole mount kit, FMWH (474312A), which includes:
Four pole rear brackets
Two pre-assembled unit mount assemblies, each of which includes:
Pole front bracket
Rotation bracket
Unit bracket
RRH adapter plate
One pre-assembled pole mount assembly, which includes:
Two dual mount brackets
Short extension tube
One secondary pole (mast)
Six M8 bolt assemblies
One hardware kit (screws, bolts, and washers)
Band straps, bolts, or screws to attach the pole mount brackets to the wall, metal pole,
or wooden pole
Note:
The band straps, bolts, or screws used to attach the pole mount brackets to the
wall, metal pole, or wooden pole are not part of the FMWH kit. The customer is
responsible for providing these items.
Note:
Power Cables for SBO and MBO are not included in the FMWH kit, and need to be
ordered separately:
FPWA (472853A) FZ AC Power Cable 10 m (20 AWG) for SBO radio
FPWZ (473163A) MBO AC Power Cable 10 m (18 AWG) for MBO radio


Figure 74: Dual radio pole mount FMWH
Before you start
CAUTION!

the mounting structure (wall, metal pole, or wooden pole) can sustain the devices
use and be capable of securing the weight of the BTSs and pole mount kit hardware.
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro and Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment must be installed by trained
and qualified service personnel in accordance with all local codes and requirements.


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone Micro and Multiband Outdoor BTS equipment is intended for installation in
a restricted access location or equivalent.
NOTICE:
be added.
For more information on remotely mounting antennas, see section Installing antennas.


Front 500 mm
(1)
50 mm / 360 mm (19.68 in.)
(1.97 in. / 14.17 in.(1))
Rear 35 mm(2) 35 mm(2)

(1.38 in.(2)) (1.38 in.(2))

(3.94 in. / 15.75 in.(3)) 300 mm(3)
11.81 in.(3))

(3.94 in.) (11.81 in.)
Left 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm / 110 mm(1)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1))
Right 10 mm / 110 mm(1) 10 mm(4) / 110 mm(1), (4)

(0.39 in. / 4.33 in.(1)) (0.39 in.(4) / 4.33 in.(1), (4))
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)


Figure 75: Dual radio FMWH pole mount dimensions
Procedure
1 Remove the RRH adapter plates from the unit mount assemblies.
Figure 76: RRH adapter plate bolts
For each unit mount assembly:
1. Loosen (do not remove) the two M6 bolts that attach the RRH adapter plate to the
unit bracket.
2. Remove the RRH adapter plate from the unit mount assembly.


Figure 77: Dual mount bracket without the RRH adapter plate
2 Loosely install two M6 bolts and washers on each BTS.
Figure 78: SBO and MBO mounting bolts
The M6 bolts are provided with each BTS.
Rotate the M6 bolts six full turns in each mounting hole on the BTS. Do not tighten
completely.
3 Attach the pole mount assembly and pole rear bracket to the main pole with bolt


fasteners.
Figure 79: Pole mount assembly bolted to pole
Tip:
The mounting bolts can be installed from either direction. Depending on the
length of the mounting bolts, you may need to install them from the opposite
direction (through the pole rear bracket first). Alternatively, the outer dual mount
bracket can be removed and reinstalled after the mounting bolts are installed
from the front.
Note:
Recommended mounting bolt size is M8. Larger bolts can be used, maximum size
is M14 (9/16 in.), but the maximum clamping force on the pole mount parts must
not exceed 18,000 N (4,000 lb).
Sleeve washers for M8 bolts are provided with the pole mount brackets.
1. Mark the mounting bolt locations on the pole and drill holes for the bolts.
2. Attach the pole mount assembly and pole rear bracket to the pole using bolts,
washers, and lock washers.
3. Tighten all mounting bolts according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
4 Attach the secondary pole to the pole mount assembly and pole rear bracket with M8
bolt assemblies.


Figure 80: Attach secondary pole to pole mount assembly
Tip:
The mounting bolts can be installed from either direction. If desired or to ease
installation, you can install them from the opposite direction (through the pole
rear bracket first).
1. Determine which set of holes will be used to attach the secondary pole to the pole
mount assembly. This will depend on which holes are to be used for mounting the
FZM BTSs.
Tip:
Mounting holes are provided on the secondary pole to attach the unit mount
assemblies at angles of 0 and 90 degrees (relative to the pole mount
assembly). The desired final orientation of the BTSs will dictate which
secondary pole mounting holes should be used to attach it to the pole mount
assembly.
2. Attach the secondary pole to the pole mount assembly and pole rear bracket with
two M8 bolt assemblies.


Note:
Each M8 bolt assembly includes one M8 bolt, two M8 sleeve washers, two M8
washers, one M8 lock washer, and one M8 hex nut.
3. Torque M8 fasteners to 21.4 Nm (15.8 ft-lb).
5 If the unit mount assemblies will be bolted in position, attach the unit mount
assemblies to the secondary pole and pole rear brackets with M8 bolt assemblies.
Figure 81: Unit mount assembly bolted to secondary pole
1. Attach the unit mount assemblies to the secondary pole and pole rear bracket with
two M8 bolt assemblies.
Note:
Each M8 bolt assembly includes one M8 bolt, two M8 sleeve washers, two M8
washers, one M8 lock washer, and one M8 hex nut.
2. Torque M8 fasteners to 21.4 Nm (15.8 ft-lb).
6 Attach the SBO and the MBO to the unit mount assemblies using two M6 bolts loosely
installed in the respective BTS previously.


Figure 82: Attach Flexi Zone BTS to unit mount assembly
1. Torque the M6 bolts to 8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
7 Cable the radios
7.1 Connect the daisy chain fiber cable between the SBO and MBO radios
7.2 Connect each power cable to the SBO and MBO radios
Result


Figure 83: SBO + MBO installed on a pole
2.7 Adjusting the Tilting Bracket

Information on fixing for optimal antenna's position by using the tilt bracket.
Purpose
The tilt bracket can tilt both vertically and horizontally (+/- 15 degrees vertical and +/-30
degrees horizontal) to achieve the desired coverage of antenna. The top surface of the tilt
bracket has rotation angle index for both vertically and horizontally orientation, as shown in
Figure: Tilt bracket rotation angle index.


Figure 84: Tilt bracket rotation angle index
Procedure
1 Loosen the screws with the hex key to adjust the angle on the desired orientation.
2 Push the position according to indication, as shown in Figure: Adjusting bracket angle
until the needed angle is reached.
Figure 85: Adjusting bracket angle
3 Tighten the screws to 5.1 Nm (3.8 ft-lb).
Result


Figure 86: Tilt bracket installed on pole with a Flexi Zone BTS attached to it as configuration
example
2.8 Installing one Flexi Zone Micro BTS or one Flexi Zone
Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS horizontally on a strand using
the FMWI kit
The procedure describes the horizontal installation of one single-band Flexi Zone Micro
(FZM) BTS or one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) BTS on a single cable/strand.
Pictures used to demonstrate the installation process are of a specific Flexi Zone Micro
BTS variant. Particular variants might vary in design, but the installation procedure
remains the same.
Purpose
The single Flexi Zone (FZ) horizontal strand mount kit, FMWI (474409A), allows you to install
one single-band FZM or MMO BTS on a single cable/strand in a horizontal orientation to the
cable. Strand mounting allows quick and convenient access to the deployment site. Strand
mounting also mitigates the need for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to negotiate lease
agreements with a landlord or fulfill permit requirements for pole and building deployments.


Note:
The Single Flexi Zone (FZ) BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWI, cannot be used to
mount a FZ Micro BTS that supports Wi-Fi. Only one MMO BTS model is supported:
FWHT.
NOTICE:
While all Flexi Zone Micro (FZM) BTSs are mechanically strand mount capable, special
care must be taken when selecting the power source for units deployed in this
manner. Only FZM BTS variants that support quasi-square wave (also sometimes
referred as "trapezoidal") AC input voltage can be connected to HFC power supplies.
Units NOT baring the label shown below (with the trapezoidal input voltage range
listed), must receive power from a standard AC source, and never be connected to an
HFC power supply. Damage to the radio or HFC power supply may result if the radio
does not support the quasi-square wave AC input voltage.
Figure 87: Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZM BTS
Note:
Directional panel antennas cannot be used with the FZ horizontal strand mount kit.
Only use of omnidirectional "stick" RF antennas is supported.

One single-band FZ BTS (including the applicable GPS antenna, Bluetooth antenna, and RF
antennas)
Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWI (474409A), which includes:
One (1) single-FZ strand mount subassembly. The subassembly is assembled at the
factory and consists of:
One (1) stand-mount frame
Two (2) solar shield panels attached with six (6) M4 nylon insert nuts


Two (2) strand clamps (each attached to the frame with two (2) hex bolts and
containing a bolt with 16mm square nut)
Two (2) RF antenna cables with connectors (cables are pre-wired to the antenna
connector on the frame and secured to the frame with tie wraps)
One (1) hardware kit consisting of:
Two (2) M6x20 hex bolts (used to attach the BTS to the frame)
One (1) GPS N-type adapter
Figure 88: Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWI (474409A), contents
Field installer-supplied tools:

M10 nut driver or socket wrench
16mm open-end wrench
Adjustable wrench
Break-over torque wrench with an extended adapter
Before you start
CAUTION!

Working above ground is dangerous. Follow all local regulations applicable to the
installation.


CAUTION!

Personal injury will occur if the BTS falls on someone. Ensure that the strand and
strand support structure can sustain the device under required circumstances.
Evaluation of the strand and strand support structure should be done by a structural
engineer.
During installation, do not allow public access to the work zone underneath the
strand-mount deployment site.
NOTICE:
Ensure that the strand and strand support structure can sustain the devices under
required circumstances. Evaluation of the strand and strand support structure should
be done by a structural engineer.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
equivalent.
When selecting a location to strand-mount the BTS, keep in mind the following:
The minimum and recommended maintenance clearances are shown in Single-FZ horizontal
strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and deployed).


Table 13: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and
deployed)
Front 100 mm (3.94 in.) 500 mm (19.68 in.)
Rear 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Top 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Bottom 100 mm (3.94 in.) 300 mm (11.81 in.)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Figure 89: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation


Table 14: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and deployed)
Specification Minimum clearance
Height
2.6 cm (1.0 in.) (from top of strand clamp to center of strand)
20.8 cm (8.2 in.) (from center of strand to bottom of a 12.5 cm RF antenna,
such as FAWQ)
such as FAWM or FAWO)
Width 65.3 cm (25.7 in.) (frame length along the strand)
Depth 33.0 cm (13 in.) (outer edge of GPS antenna to outer edge of RF antenna
connector)
Note:
The power cable connector and how the power cable is run to the BTS
connector add to the overall depth (up to an additional 8 cm (3.15.in.)).
Figure 90: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation
Procedure
1 Attach the strand mount bracket frame to the BTS with the two M6x20 bolts included
in the hardware kit. Use an M10 nut driver or socket wrench to torque the bolts to
8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
BTS to frame alignment: Smaller solar shield aligns with GPS antenna end of BTS. Larger
solar shield aligns with cabling end of BTS.


Figure 91: M6x20 bolts holding BTS onto strand-mount frame
2 Connect the pre-installed RF cables to the RF connectors on the BTS. Tighten the
connectors to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb).
Figure 92: RF cables connected to BTS
3 Attach the GPS antenna to the BTS.
Figure 93: GPS antenna attached to right-angle adapter on BTS
3.1 Attach the N-type right-angle adapter to the BTS GPS antenna connector,
ensuring that the adapter points upwards.
The adapter ensures that the GPS antenna is pointed up towards the sky for
maximum reception after deployment.
3.2 Attach the GPS antenna to the adapter. Tighten the antenna to 1.7–2.3 Nm
(1.25–1.67 ft-lb).


Use a break-over torque wrench of a standard click with an extended adapter.
The extended adapter must have enough clearance to fit under the radome of
the GPS antenna.
4 Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame.
Select from the available options

Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame while you are still on the
ground.
Tip:
Select this option only if the entire frame and BTS assembly can be supported
without the RF antennas or GPS antenna bearing any weight or pressure.
Attach the RF antennas after the frame and BTS assembly has been securely
attached to the strand/cable.
This option ensures that the antennas will not sustain any impact or stress during
and after their installation.
CAUTION!
Risk of hardware damage

Antennas or connectors may break under the weight of the assembled strand
mount frame and BTS.
Do not allow the weight of the assembled strand mount frame and BTS to rest
on the antennas.
The omnidirectional RF antenna pairs are labeled (one as MAIN and one as DIV). Looking
at the figure, ensure that you connect the MAIN antenna to the antenna port on the
left, and the DIV antenna to the antenna port on the right.
Figure 94: RF antennas connected to strand-mount frame
4.1 Grip each antenna by its base not its radome.


4.2 Hold the antenna in place by gripping the 13.5 mm flat above the connector
with a 13.5 mm (17/32 in.) wrench.
Figure 95: Flat above eMIMO antenna's connector
4.3 Tighten the N-type connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using an
appropriate size wrench.
5 Before hanging the strand mount assembly over the strand, you can shift the strand
mount vertically by loosening (not removing) the three M6 nuts that attach each of
the two strand clamps to the main bracket. After that, re-tighten them to 5.7 Nm (4.2
ft-lb).
The FMWI kit is delivered with the strand clamps attached to the main bracket in the
most efficient position for its packaging.
The three M6 nuts are tightened in their highest position to the strand clamp, but the
operator can shift the strand mount up and down vertically by loosening these M6 nuts
to meet their needs. This will allow you to place a cable bundle (not shown) with a
diameter of up to 3 in. (7.62 cm) between the strand/cable and the strand mount
assembly.
6 Hang the assembly strand clamps over the strand, ensuring the strand runs through
the cable channel. Tighten the square 3/8 in. nut on each clamp using a 16 mm open-
end wrench.
The clamps must be fully tightened after the assembly is balanced.
7 Balance the assembly.
If the frame and BTS assembly does not hang balanced (level to the ground), use an
M10 nut driver or socket wrench carefully loosen the two M6x20 bolts and slide the BTS
perpendicular to the strand until the BTS is balanced. After the unit is balanced, torque


the two M6x20 bolts to 8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
Figure 96: Aerial view of assembly showing BTS direction of movement for balancing
CAUTION!

The BTS may detach and fall to the ground.
Do not fully remove either of the two M6x20 bolts. Loosen the bolts just enough
to allow the BTS to slide along the strand-mount frame.
8 Tighten the square 3/8 in. nut on each strand clamp using a 16 mm open-end wrench.
Torque the lock nuts to 60 Nm (44 ft-lb).
After balancing the assembly, please ensure that the assembly is securely fastened to
the cable strand.
9 Attach the RF antennas to the strand mount bracket frame (if not performed
previously).
at the figure, ensure that you connect the MAIN antenna to the antenna port on the left
and the DIV antenna to the antenna port on the right.


10 Cable the BTS as instructed in Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor
Micro BTS.
The Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS procedure
describes cabling to the grounding, power, and backhaul interfaces.
11 Connect the Bluetooth antenna to the Bluetooth port on the BTS. Hand-tighten the
antenna, gripping the antenna by its base and not by its radome.
You may also refer to the Installing Bluetooth antennaprocedure, if necessary.
Result
The FZ BTS is successfully installed horizontally on a strand/cable.
Figure 99: FZ BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWI strand mount kit


2.9 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS
horizontally on a strand using FMWK strand mount kit
The procedure describes the horizontal installation of one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor
(MBO) Micro BTS on a single cable/strand. Pictures used to demonstrate the installation
process are of a specific Flexi Zone MBO BTS variant. Particular variants might vary in
Purpose
The Single Flexi Zone (FZ) Multiband Outdoor (MBO) BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWK
(474410A), allows you to install one FZ MBO Micro platform BTS on a single cable/strand in a
horizontal orientation to the cable. Strand mounting allows quick and convenient access to
the deployment site. Strand mounting also mitigates the need for Mobile Network
Operators (MNOs) to negotiate lease agreements with a landlord or fulfill permit
requirements for pole and building deployments.
Note:
Directional panel antennas cannot be used with the Single FZ MBO horizontal strand
mount kit, FMWK.
Note:
The Single FZ MBO Micro BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWK, cannot be used to
mount a Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS that supports Wi-Fi. Only two-module MBO BTSs
are supported (such as models: FW2EHB, FW2FIB, FW2GEB, FW2GHB, FW2HHB,
FW2HIB, and FW2QQF).


NOTICE:
Some of the Flexi Zone Micro Multiband Outdoor (MBO) BTSs are strand mount
capable, special care must be taken when selecting the power source for units
deployed in this manner. Only FZ MBO BTS variants that support quasi-square wave
(also sometimes referred as "trapezoidal") AC input voltage can be connected to HFC
power supplies. Units NOT baring the label shown below (with the trapezoidal input
voltage range listed), must receive power from a standard AC source, and never be
connected to an HFC power supply. Damage to the radio or HFC power supply may
result if the radio does not support the quasi-square wave AC input voltage.
Figure 100: Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZ MBO BTS
Note:
Only use of omnidirectional "stick" RF antennas is supported. Shorter "stick" antennas

of 131 mm length or less (such as: FAWQ, FAWC, FAWM, and FAWO) support any site
requirements for the fully deployed stand-mounted unit to exist within a 9" vertical
space from the strand. Longer omnidirectional "stick" antennas can be used if the 9"
limit is not a site requirement.

One FZ MBO Micro BTS (including the Bluetooth antenna, GPS antenna (FAWD or FAWG),
and applicable RF antennas)
Single FZ MBO BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWK (474410A), which includes:
One (1) FZ MBO strand mount subassembly. The subassembly is assembled at the
One (1) H-shaped stand-mount frame with antenna brackets attached with hex
bolts
containing a bolt with 3/8 in. (16 mm) square nut)
Four (4) RF antenna cables with connectors (cables are pre-wired to the antenna


connectors on the frame and secured to the frame with tie wraps)
Two (2) M6X20 hex bolts (used to attach the BTS to the frame)
One (1) GPS N-type right-angle adapter
Figure 101: Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWK (474410A), contents

16mm open-end wrench
Adjustable wrench
Before you start
NOTICE:
Before connecting the BTS to the power supply, determine if the AC input cable is
routed from an hybrid fiber coaxial (HFC) power supply or a standard AC input source.


NOTICE:
CAUTION!

installation.
CAUTION!

engineer.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS equipment must be installed by trained and qualified
service personnel in accordance with all local codes and requirements.


NOTICE:
Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS equipment is intended for installation in a restricted access
The minimum and recommended maintenance clearances are shown in Table: Single FZ MBO
horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and deployed).
Table 15: Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled
and deployed)
Front 100 mm (3.94 in.) 500 mm (19.68 in.)
Rear 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Top 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Bottom 100 mm (3.94 in.) 300 mm (11.81 in.)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)


Figure 102: Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation
Table 16: Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and deployed)
Height
2.6 cm (1.0 in.) (from top of strand clamp to center of strand)
Width 65.3 cm (25.7 in.) (frame length along the strand)
Depth 36.6 cm (14.4 in.)
Note:


Figure 103: Single FZ MBO horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation
Procedure
8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
BTS to frame alignment: The cables protrude from the frame front of the frame
assembly. Align the frame over the BTS such that the cables align over the cabling end
of BTS.


Looking at the Figure, cables for the "MAIN" antennas are pre-wired to connection
points on the rear of the frame, and cables for the "DIV" antennas are pre-wired to
connection points on the front of the frame. Ensure that you attach the "MAIN" antenna
cable connectors to the ANT-M connection points on the BTS, and attach the "Diversity"
antenna cable connectors to the ANT-D connection points on the BTS.




(1.25–1.67 ft-lb).

the GPS antenna.

ground.
Tip:
CAUTION!

on the antennas.
If the omnidirectional RF antenna pairs are labeled (one as MAIN and one as DIV), then
looking at the Figure, the MAIN antenna cables are pre-wired to the rear of the frame,
and the DIV antenna cables are pre-wired to the front of the frame. Ensure that you
attach the MAIN antennas to the connection points on the rear of the frame, and attach
the DIV antennas to the connection points on the front of the frame.


ft-lb).


The FMWK kit is delivered with the strand clamps attached to the main bracket in the
diameter of up to 3 in. (7.62 cm) between the strand/cable and the strand mount
assembly.
Figure 109: Shifting the strand mount vertically
end wrench.
Figure 110: Clamps used to secure the strand-mount assembly to the strand/cable
The clamps will be fully tightened after the assembly is balanced.


CAUTION!

After balancing the assembly, you want to ensure that the assembly is securely
fastened to the cable strand.


previously).
If the omnidirectional RF antenna pairs are labeled (one as MAIN and one as DIV), then
looking at the Figure, the MAIN antenna cables are pre-wired to the rear of the frame,
and the DIV antenna cables are pre-wired to the front of the frame. Ensure that you
attach the MAIN antennas to the connection points on the rear of the frame, and attach
the DIV antennas to the connection points on the front of the frame.


Micro BTS.
Result
The FZ MBO Micro BTS is successfully installed horizontally on a strand/cable.


Figure 115: FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWK strand
mount kit
2.10 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS

horizontally on a strand using FMWL strand mount kit
(MBO) Micro BTS on a single cable/strand. Pictures used to demonstrate the installation
Purpose
The Flexi Zone (FZ) Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWL
(474850A), allows you to install one FZ MBO BTS on a single cable/strand in a horizontal
orientation to the cable. Strand mounting allows quick and convenient access to the
deployment site. Strand mounting also mitigates the need for Mobile Network Operators
(MNOs) to negotiate lease agreements with a landlord or fulfill permit requirements for pole
and building deployments.


Note:
The Single FZ MBO Wi-Fi BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWL, has been developed
to support three-module FZ MBO Micro BTSs variants with Wi-Fi . These are:
FW2HIWB, FW2QQWF and FW2HIIB.
NOTICE:
Some of the Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTSs are strand mount
Note:

Single FZ MBO BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWL (474850A), which includes:
One (1) stand-mount frame with four (4) L-shaped antenna brackets attached with
two M6 nuts


Six (6) RF antenna cables with connectors (cables are pre-wired to the antenna
Figure 117: Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWL (474850A), contents

16 mm open-end wrench
Adjustable wrench
Before you start
NOTICE:


NOTICE:
CAUTION!

installation.
CAUTION!

engineer.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:


NOTICE:
and deployed)
Front 100 mm (3.94 in.) 500 mm (19.68 in.)
Rear 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Top 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Bottom 100 mm (3.94 in.) 300 mm (11.81 in.)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)


Height
3 cm (1.2 in.) (from top of strand clamp to center of strand)
Width 60.9 cm (~24 in.) (frame length along the strand)
Depth 38.1 cm (15 in.)
Note:


Procedure
8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
of BTS.


Looking at the Figure: RF cables connected to BTS figure: attach the rear side left most
antenna bracket cables (pre-assembled) to the left most module; the front side left
most antenna bracket cables (pre-assembled) to the rightmost module; and the rear
and front side rightmost antenna bracket cables (pre-assembled) to middle module.




(1.25–1.67 ft-lb).

the GPS antenna.
4 Attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame. Gripping each antenna
by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm
(1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench. Antennas with 4.3-10 connectors must
be attached using a 22 mm open-end wrench, and torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).

You may attach the RF antennas to the strand-mount bracket frame while you are
still on the ground.
Tip:
You may wait and attach the RF antennas after the frame and BTS assembly has been
securely attached to the strand/cable. This option ensures that the antennas will not
sustain any impact or stress during and after their installation.
CAUTION!

Do not allow the weight of the assembled strand mount frame and BTS to rest on
the antennas.


ft-lb).
The FMWL kit is delivered with the strand clamps attached to the main bracket in the
diameter of up to 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) between the strand/cable and the strand mount
assembly.


end wrench.


CAUTION!



previously). Gripping each antenna by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type
connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench. Antennas
with 4.3-10 connectors must be attached using a 22 mm open-end wrench, and
torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
Step example


Micro BTS.
Result


Figure 129: FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWL strand
mount kit
2.11 Installing one Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor LAA BTS

horizontally on a strand using FMWQ strand mount kit
(MBO) LAA BTS on a single cable/strand. Pictures used to demonstrate the installation
Purpose
The single Flexi Zone (FZ) Multiband Outdoor (MBO) BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWQ
(474851A), allows you to install one FZ MBO LAA BTS on a single cable/strand in a horizontal
Note:
The Single FZ MBO LAA BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWQ, has been developed
to support one specific variant strand deployment: FW2HIRB.


NOTICE:
Note:

Single FZ MBO BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWQ (474851A), which includes:
One (1) stand-mount frame with four (4) L-shaped antenna brackets attached with
two M6 nuts
Six (6) RF antenna cables with connectors (cables are pre-wired to the antenna


Figure 131: Single FZ MBO strand mount kit, FMWQ (474851A), contents

Adjustable wrench
Before you start
NOTICE:
NOTICE:


CAUTION!

installation.
CAUTION!

engineer.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
NOTICE:


and deployed)
Front 100 mm (3.94 in.) 500 mm (19.68 in.)
Rear 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Top 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Bottom 100 mm (3.94 in.) 300 mm (11.81 in.)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)


Height
26.8 cm (10.55 in.) (from center of strand to bottom)
29.8 cm (11.75 in.) (in total)
Depth 38.0 cm (~15 in.)
Note:


Note:
The strand mount assembly is shipped with the antennas brackets set in HIGH
position. However, there are four possible positions, and the brackets must be
rotated 180° to the LAA antennas position (as shown in the model used here) for its
installation. The positions are labeled in the antenna bracket as shown in the FMWQ
antenna bracket positions figure.
To install the FW2HIRB BTS, the two antenna brackets with 2x 4.3-10 antenna
connectors (for the dual stacked eMIMO antennas) should be shifted to the position
from HIGH to EVEN. These antennas will point down towards the ground. The two
antenna brackets with 1x N-type antenna connector (for the LAA eMIMO antennas)
need to be flipped to the position labeled as LAA. These antennas will point up to the
sky.
To do so, loosen (do not remove) the two M6 nuts, holding these to the main bracket,
changing the bracket position, and then re-tightening them to 5.7 Nm (4.2 ft-lb).
Figure 134: FMWQ antenna bracket positions


Procedure
8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
of BTS.


Follow the cables from the rightmost B7 module and attach these to the FA2NA dual
stacked eMIMO antenna and follow the cables from the leftmost B66 module and attach
these to the FA2EA dual stacked eMIMO antenna.


(1.25–1.67 ft-lb).


the GPS antenna.

ground.
Tip:
CAUTION!

on the antennas.


Figure 138: Flat above LAA antenna's connector
4.3 Tighten the N-type connectors coupling nuts using a 19 mm open-end wrench.
They should be torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb).
NOTICE:
Antennas with 4.3-10 connectors must be attached using a 22 mm open-

end wrench, and torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
Step result


ft-lb).
The FMWQ kit is delivered with the strand clamps attached to the main bracket in the
diameter of up to 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) between the strand/cable and the strand mount
assembly.
end wrench.




CAUTION!



previously).
Follow the cables from the rightmost B7 module and attach these to the FA2NA dual
stacked eMIMO antenna and follow the cables from the leftmost B66 module and attach
these to the FA2EA dual stacked eMIMO antenna.
Figure 144: Flat above LAA antenna's connector
9.3 Tighten the N-type connectors coupling nuts using a 19 mm open-end wrench.
They should be torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb).


NOTICE:

Step result
Micro BTS.
Result


Figure 146: FZ MBO Micro BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWQ strand
mount kit
2.12 Installing one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS

horizontally on a strand using FMWR strand mount kit
The procedure describes the horizontal installation of one Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor
(MMO) BTS on a single cable/strand. Pictures used to demonstrate the installation
process are of a specific Flexi Zone MMO BTS variant. Particular variants might vary in
Purpose
The single Flexi Zone (FZ) Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWR
(474882A), allows you to install one FZ MMO BTS on a single cable/strand in a horizontal
Note:
The FZ MMO BTS horizontal strand mount kit, FMWR, has been developed to support
two specific variants strand deployment: FWHR and FWHT.


NOTICE:
While all Flexi Zone Micro (FZM) BTSs are mechanically strand mount capable, special
care must be taken when selecting the power source for units deployed in this
manner. Only FZM BTS variants that support quasi-square wave (also sometimes
referred as "trapezoidal") AC input voltage can be connected to HFC power supplies.
Units NOT baring the label shown below (with the trapezoidal input voltage range
listed), must receive power from a standard AC source, and never be connected to an
HFC power supply. Damage to the radio or HFC power supply may result if the radio
does not support the quasi-square wave AC input voltage.
Figure 147: Example product label for strand-mount-capable FZM BTS
Before you start
Note:

One single-band FZ BTS (including the applicable GPS antenna, Bluetooth antenna, and RF
antennas)
Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWR (474882A), which includes:
One (1) single-FZ strand mount subassembly. The subassembly is assembled at the
One (1) stand-mount frame
containing a bolt with 16 mm square nut)
Two (2) RF antenna cables with connectors (cables are pre-wired to the antenna
connector on the frame and secured to the frame with tie wraps)


Two (2) M6x20 hex bolts (used to attach the BTS to the frame)
One (1) GPS N-type adapter
One (1) extender
One (1) LED cover label
Two (2) medium solar shields
Figure 148: Single-FZ strand mount kit, FMWR (474882A), contents

Adjustable wrench
Before you start


CAUTION!

installation.
CAUTION!

engineer.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
NOTICE:
equivalent.


The minimum and recommended maintenance clearances are shown in Single-FZ horizontal
strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and deployed).
Table 21: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances (when assembled and
deployed)
Front 100 mm (3.94 in.) 500 mm (19.68 in.)
Rear 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Top 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Bottom 100 mm (3.94 in.) 300 mm (11.81 in.)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in.) 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Figure 149: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount maintenance clearances orientation




Table 22: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions (when assembled and deployed)
Height
such as FAWQ)
Depth 38.1 cm (15 in.) (outer edge of GPS antenna to outer edge of RF antenna
connector)
Note:
Figure 150: Single-FZ horizontal strand mount dimensions orientation


Before you start
FWHT and FWHR use different size solar shields in the strand mount subassembly for their
installation.
The kit is shipped with a large and a small size solar shields mounted by default, which are
designed for the FWHT variant.
Before attaching the FWHR BTS to the strand mount subassembly, change the solar shields
originally installed to the subassembly for the medium size ones included in the kit.
Figure 151: FWHT and FWHR solar shields size
Before you start
Before attaching the FWHR BTS to the strand mount subassembly, install the extender to
interface port that will be in use (BH A, BH B or BH C) and place the LED cover label over the
LED panel.
This step is required for the FWHR installation, optional only for FWHT.


Figure 152: Extender and LED cover label installed to the FWHT BTS
Procedure
8.8 Nm (6.5 ft-lb).
BTS to frame alignment: The smaller solar shield aligns with GPS antenna end of BTS for
FWHT. The larger solar shield aligns with cabling end of BTS for FWHT. Both end solar
shields are of the same size for FWHR.


2 Connect the pre-installed RF cables to the 4.1–9.5 RF connectors on the BTS. Tighten
the connectors to 10 Nm (7.37 ft-lb).


Figure 154: RF cables connected to BTS (shown FWHT)


(1.25–1.67 ft-lb).

the GPS antenna.

ground.
Tip:
CAUTION!

on the antennas.
at the Figure, ensure that you connect the MAIN antenna to the antenna port on the
left and the DIV antenna to the antenna port on the right.


ft-lb).
The FMWR kit is delivered with the strand clamps attached to the main bracket in the


diameter of up to 3 in. (7.62 cm)between the strand/cable and the strand mount
assembly.
Figure 158: Shifting the strand mount vertically (FWHR shown)
end wrench.
The clamps must be fully tightened after the assembly is balanced.
(FWHT shown)


CAUTION!



After balancing the assembly, please ensure that the assembly is securely fastened to
the cable strand.
previously).
at the Figure, ensure that you connect the MAIN antenna to the antenna port on the
left and the DIV antenna to the antenna port on the right.
9.3 Tighten the N-type connectors torquing down the connector coupling nut to
1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using an appropriate size wrench.


Micro BTS.
You may also refer to the Installing Bluetooth antenna procedure, if necessary.
Result
The FZ BTS is successfully installed horizontally on a strand/cable.
Figure 162: FZ BTS installed horizontally on a strand/cable using the FMWR strand mount kit
(FWHT shown)


2.13 Installing shroud cover (FMWF) on Flexi Zone Mini-
Macro Outdoor or Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
Installation steps required to add an aesthetic shroud cover to the Flexi Zone Outdoor
Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) BTS or Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS
Purpose
The shroud cover is installed to protect the thermal fins of the BTS. The shroud is applicable
to all MMO and MBO BTS variants except MMO variant FW2CA.
Note:
Do not install this aesthetic shroud if a Directional Panel antenna is used on the BTS.
Shroud cover
Flexi Zone MMO BTS (except FW2CA) or MBO BTS
3 mm allen type wrench
Before you start
For an MMO BTS: There are no prerequisite steps.
For an MBO BTS: When installing the shroud on an MBO BTS that is to have an antenna
bracket for the Wi-Fi omnidirectional antenna (FAWH) attached, install the antenna bracket
before attaching the shroud.
Procedure
1 Remove the center piece of the shroud if attaching onto an MBO BTS with an antenna
bracket. You can skip this step if the shroud is installed onto a MMO BTS.


Figure 163: Removing the shroud center piece
2 Slide shroud onto the BTS.
Figure 164: Sliding the shroud (shown with an MMO BTS)


3 Tighten the four captive screws using a 3 mm allen wrench.
Figure 165: Screwing the shroud onto the BTS
Figure 166: Shroud attached to an MMO BTS


3. Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor
Micro BTS
The procedure describes the cabling the grounding, power, and backhaul interfaces.
Pictures used to demonstrate the cabling are of a specific Flexi Zone MM and MBO BTS
variants. Particular variants might vary in design, but the installation procedure remains
the same.
Before you start
NOTICE:
Incorrect cables and seals might not provide protection against the weather. In
outdoor installations, including the outdoor cabinet, use only tested IP65 class
outdoor cables with seals provided by Nokia. This is also recommended for indoor
installations.
NOTICE:
Branch circuit protection must be provided during installation. Use a single pole 20 A
rated circuit breaker or adequately rated fuse/protection device.
Procedure
1 Connect the grounding cable to the grounding interface located on the right side of
the BTS.
The grounding cable should not be smaller than 16 mm2 (6 AWG) and the lug should be
crimped according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Clean the contact surface
between the lug and the cable and use antioxidant to prevent oxidation. Fix the
grounding cable with M6x12 screws and tighten to 3.2 Nm (2.4 ft-lb). Use antioxidant
between the contact surfaces.
2 Connect the power cable to the power connector.


CAUTION!
Flexi Zone BTS has met IEC60950 safety requirements and is designed for
outdoor installations. While Flexi Zone BTS features a twist lock connector, during
installation it should be treated no differently than any other AC-powered
product with bare wire terminal block AC connections.
Power must not be applied to the cable supplying the unit when the power
connections are being made to the BTS.
The external ground lug should be installed before any connections are made to
the BTS in accordance with the installation instructions.
Note:
AC power cables and connectors are customer-supplied and must be approved

by Nokia for use with this product.
Note:
For the DC-powered FW2DA and FW2QQH variants, a Nokia-supplied field-

attachable DC-shielded power connector is required during installation. The DC
power connector supports cables with an outside diameter (OD) range of 0.1977
in. to 0.354 in. (5 mm to 9 mm).
Figure 167: DC-shielded power connector
Align the keying features with the connectors and hand tighten.


Figure 168: Power cable alignment
3 If applicable, cable the copper interface.
For more information, see Cabling the copper backhaul interface.
4 If applicable, cable the optical interface.
For more information, see Cabling the optical backhaul interface.
3.1 Cabling the copper backhaul interface

The procedure describes the preparation and cabling of the copper backhaul interface.
Before you start
Note:
The intra-building port(s) (copper-only interfaces) of the equipment or subassembly is

suitable for connection to intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The
intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly MUST NOT be metallically
connected to interfaces that connect to the outside plant (OSP) or its wiring. These
interfaces are designed for use as intra-building interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4
ports as described in GR-1089) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling.
The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect
these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.
Note:
The intra-building port(s) (copper-only interfaces) of the equipment or subassembly

must use shielded intra-building cabling/wiring that is grounded at both ends.


Procedure
1 Remove the cap from the interface.
Figure 169: Removing the cap
2 Disassemble the cable gland.
Figure 170: Preparing the cable gland.
3 Follow instructions included with the plug assembly to attach to the copper cable.
The cable range for the gland is 4.8-8.8 mm (0.19-0.35 in). Only cable gland sizes 6 to 9
will be used in the Flexi Zone MM and MBO BTS.


Table 23: Cable gland sizing
Cable size range (mm) Recommended gland size
from 4.8 min to 5.8 max "6"
from 10.3 min to 11.3 max "11.5"
Figure 171: Sizing the cable glands
4 Prepare the cable assembly for the interface.
Release the locking lever on the cable gland. Make sure before releasing the lever, that
the red button on the top of the lever is in the open position or risk breaking the latch.
Figure 172: Releasing the locking lever.


Note:
In interfaces other than FW2CA, it will be necessary to swap this locking lever to
the opposite side of the gland assembly. Remove the lever out of the lugs that
hold it on, reposition it and snap it back onto the lugs.
Wall or pole installations will require that the lever also be swapped to the
opposite side of the gland assembly.
5 Insert cable gland assembly into the interface.
Figure 173: Inserting the cable gland assembly into the interface.
Note:
In most applications, the latch will be on the opposite side of the connector.
6 Lock the cable gland assembly onto the interface.


Figure 174: Locking the cable gland assembly onto the interface.
7 Connect the copper cable gland assembly into the interface.
Ensure that the RJ45 connector is completely inserted into the interface and that the
locking tab on the connector is snapped into the locked position.
Note:
When locking the lever down on the gland assembly, be sure to slide the red
button, on the top of the lever, to the closed position. This will keep the lever
locked down and the cables firmly inserted into the interface.
Figure 175: Connecting the copper cable


3.2 Cabling the optical backhaul interface
The procedure describes the preparation and cabling of the optical backhaul interface.
Procedure
1 Remove the cap from the interface.
Figure 176: Removing the cap
2 Disassemble the cable gland and fit it over the optical cable.
Figure 177: Preparing the optical cable gland


3 Follow the instructions included with the plug assembly to attach to the optical cable.
The cable range for the gland is 4.8-8.8 mm (0.19-0.35 in). Only cable gland sizes 6 to 9
will be used in the Flexi Zone MM and MBO BTS.
Note:
The cable range is 5.8-8.8 mm (0.23-0.35 in) around the heat shrink on the fiber
breakout NOT the cable diameter. All units of measure in the following diagram is
millimeters (mm).
Figure 178: Fiber breakout and cable gland sizing.
4 Prepare the cable assembly for the interface.
Release the locking lever on the cable gland. Make sure, before releasing the lever, that
the red button on the top of the lever is in the open position or risk breaking the latch.
Figure 179: Releasing the locking lever.


Note:
In interfaces other than FW2CA, it will be necessary to swap this locking lever to
the opposite side of the gland assembly. Remove the lever out of the lugs that
hold it on, reposition it and snap it back onto the lugs.
Wall or pole installations will require that the lever also be swapped to the
opposite side of the gland assembly.
5 Insert cable gland assembly into the interface.
Figure 180: Inserting the cable gland assembly into the interface.
Note:
In most applications, the latch will be on the opposite side of the connector.
6 Lock the cable gland assembly onto the interface.


Figure 181: Locking the cable gland assembly onto the interface.
7 Connect the optical cable gland assembly into the interface.
Ensure that the optical connector is completely inserted into the interface and that the
locking tab on the connector is snapped into the locked position.
Note:
When locking the lever down on the gland assembly, be sure to slide the red
button, on the top of the lever, to the closed position. This will keep the lever
locked down and the cables firmly inserted into the interface.
Figure 182: Connecting the optical cable


3.3 Cable cleaning
Benefits and necessities of optical cable cleaning and how to properly clean optical
cables.
Preparation
Optical cables ends are susceptible to dirt during transportation, storage, or handling and as
a result can stop functioning correctly. Dirty optical cables ends can have a big impact on
the service quality of Nokia products and therefore it is very important to maintain them
properly.
Nokia optical cables ends are always pre-cleaned and protected with dust caps but to
minimize any risks. It is highly recommended to clean the optical cables prior to inserting,
and especially always before reinserting them.
Tip:
Keep optical cable end dust caps in place during installation and only remove those
just prior to cleaning and connecting.
Tip:
It is highly recommended to prevent cable ends contacting with anything else besides
cleaning equipment before connecting. For more information, see table Dry cleaning
equipment.
Fault detection
The condition of optical cables can be determined in many ways including visually or by
analyzing the cable loss. In order to complete fiber testing, it is required to determine the
condition of the cable and clean the cable. The following tools can all be used for this
purpose:
Visible light source tool Used to check the end-to-end fiber continuity.


Figure 183: Visible light source tool
Fiber scope Used to inspect fiber cleanliness.
Figure 184: Fiber scope
Light source and power Used to measure the fiber insertion loss.
meter
Figure 185: Light source and power meter
WARNING!
Do not look directly into a fiber-optic transceiver or into the ends of fiber-optic
cables. Fiber-optic transceivers and fiber-optic cables connected to transceivers emit
laser light that can damage your eyes.


NOTICE:
Do not bend fiber-optic cables beyond their minimum bend radius. Bending the
cables beyond their minimum bend radius can damage the cables and cause problems
that are difficult to diagnose.
Wet and dry cleaning

There are two cleaning methods:
Table 24: Dry cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment Type
Reel-based cassette cleaners Dry
Pen-style optical cable cleaners Dry
Fiber dry cloth cleaner Used to clean fiber ferrules.
Figure 186: Fiber dry cloth cleaner


Table 25: Wet cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment Type
Cleaning wipes Wet
Cleaning sticks Wet
Cleaning agent Wet
Generally it is recommended that dry cleaning is used for regular cleaning. Wet cleaning
should only be considered if multiple dry cleaning attempts failed to clear the issue.
NOTICE:
After using any wet cleaning equipment ferrule ends need to be re-cleaned
immediately with dry cleaning equipment to ensure cleanness.
3.3.1 Optical cable cleaning

Instructions on how to clean optical cables.
Before you start
In order to clean the cable, make sure you have the following items at hand:
Dry cleaning tool for optical cables (minimum requirement)
Wet cleaning tool for optical cables (optional)
Procedure
1 Inspect the cable to determine if there is dirt on the fiber end face or increased
insertion loss.
Note:
The acceptable insertion loss limits are:

for Multi-mode (MM): <1.5 dB, wavelength 850 nm
for Single-mode (SM): <1.0 dB, wavelengths 1310 nm and 1550 nm.


2 If no increased insertion loss or dirt on the fiber end face is detected, the cable is
clean and can be inserted. If increased insertion loss or dirt on the fiber end is
reported, continue with step 3.
3 Clean the cable by using one of the following methods:
3.1 When using a pen-style cleaner, fit the connector over the end of the optical
cable, press down until the cleaner clicks and then remove the connector.
3.2 When using a reel-based cartridge cleaning tool, take the end of the optical
cable and wipe the cable in the direction indicated on the tool.
Note:
Do not wipe the cable in any other direction other than the one indicated
by the tool.
Note:
Always use a fresh piece of tape. Do not use a dirty or used tape as this
damages the optical cable.
4 Check whether the cleaning has eliminated the cable loss. If it has, then the cable can
be inserted. If not, repeat steps 3 - 4 up to five times.
5 If after the fifth attempt the dry cleaning methods do not resolve the issue, either
replace the cable or continue to step 6.
6 Take the dirty cable and clean it using one of the following wet cleaning methods:
6.1 When using a cleaning stick, wet the tip of the stick with a cleaning agent and
then apply to the optical cable by rotating the stick 6 - 8 times in the same
direction.
6.2 When using wipes, apply one squirt of cleaning agent to the wipe, take the end
of the cable and gently wipe the cable from wet to dry.


Note:
Never use the same stick, wipe, or surface area twice.
Note:
Never apply more than one squirt of cleaning agent.
7 Dry clean the cable again, immediately after wet cleaning to make sure no residue is
left on the fiber end face. Follow step 3 to dry clean the cable.
8 Inspect the cable. If the insertion loss is still present, replace the cable.
Fault detection
If cable does not work with the first try, inspect the cable using a light source and a power
meter.


4. Installing antennas
4.1 Installing Bluetooth antenna

The Bluetooth antenna allows the operator to manage remotely Flexi Zone Mini-Macro
and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS via PC
Before you start
NOTICE:
Use only the antenna shipped with the Flexi Zone Mini-Macro (MMO) and Multiband
(MBO) Outdoor Micro BTS. Failure to do so will void the FZ MMO and MBO BTS
Bluetooth module regulatory modular approval. The Bluetooth antenna is a monopole
antenna and it must be connected directly to the FZ MMO and MBO BTS to provide
the proper radiation pattern.
Procedure
1 Connect the Bluetooth antenna to the Bluetooth port.
2 Hand-tighten the antenna.
Make sure to grip the antenna by its base and not by its radome.
Micro BTS.
Postrequisites
Note:
For more information about the Bluetooth antenna, see the FZ product description
documentation.Flexi Zone Micro ► Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
Product Description or Flexi Zone Micro ► Flexi Zone Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS Product Description


4.2 Installing GNSS antenna
Flexi Zone (FZ) BTSs supports the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) based
synchronization, where operation with Global Positioning System (GPS) constellation is
standard on all Flexi Zone BTS products and variants. Operation with GPS and/or Global
Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) is supported on variants that support GNSS
Operation Mode and Tracking feature. The installation of every GNSS antenna variant is
the same.
Before you start
See Requirements for GNSS antenna installation for more information on GNSS antenna
requirements, considerations, and remotely mounting.
Procedure
1 Connect the GNSS antenna to the GNSS port located on the top of the BTS.
2 Tighten the antenna to 1.7–2.3 Nm (1.25–1.67 ft-lb).
Use a breakover type torque wrench of a standard click with an extended adapter. The
extended adapter must have enough clearance to fit under the radome of the GNSS
antenna.
Micro BTS.
Postrequisites
Note:
For more information about the GNSS antenna (GPS (FAWD) and GPS/GLONASS
(FAWG)), see the FZ product description documentation.Flexi Zone
Micro ► Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS Product Description or
Flexi Zone Micro ► Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS Product
Description.


4.3 Installing directional panel antenna onto Flexi Zone
Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
Some Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) BTSs can use shroud-like directional panel
antennas. The installation on every variant is the same.
Purpose
The directional antenna is installed by attaching it onto the Flexi Zone MBO BTS. Installing
the MBO BTS on the tilting bracket allows the antenna to tilt both vertically (+/- 15 degrees)
and horizontally (+/- 30 degrees).
Installing the MBO BTS with tilting bracket on a wall or on a vertical pole is done in the same
way as installing the BTS with static mounting bracket.

Directional panel antenna
Flexi Zone MBO BTS
3 mm allen wrench
Before you start
For compatibility between antennas and FZ MBO BTS variants and links to antenna
specifications, see Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS
compliance boundaries.
NOTICE:
The directional panel antenna is meant to be used as attached to the Flexi Zone MBO
BTS. Mounting the antenna remotely could result in slightly worse performance as the
ground plane of the radio is utilized to optimize the gain and beamwidth.
No provision for remotely mounting the FZM directional panel antenna is provided. No
bracket is available. In this case a third party directional antenna is required.
Remove the GPS antenna, if installed on the BTS.
Remove the eyebolt, if installed on the BTS.


Procedure
1 Turn over the directional panel antenna so that the antenna connectors are visible.
Directional panel antennas have all of their cables preinstalled at the factory. You will
see the right-angle male connectors on the pre-attached cables. Connectors have
protective covers for shipping.
The Figure shows an example of an antenna that supports two RF modules. If the
antenna supports three RF modules, a third pair of RF cables and right-angle
connectors will be preinstalled.
Figure 187: RF cables and connectors
2 Identify the main and diversity antenna cables.
Note:
Connections are labeled.
3 Attach the directional panel antenna to the BTS.


Figure 188: Antenna screw holes
Figure 189: MBO BTS screw holes
3.1 Slide the antenna over the RF modules.
3.2 Align the four screw holes on the antenna with the captive screws on the BTS.
3.3 Tighten the four captive screws using a 3 mm allen wrench. Torque the screws
to 1.0 Nm (0.75 ft-lb).
4 Connect the RF cables to the main and diversity TX/RX ports on the BTS and tighten
the connectors to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
The antenna's right-angle male connectors align with the antenna connection ports on
the BTS.
5 Cable the BTS as instructed in section Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband


Outdoor Micro BTS.
Postrequisites
Note:
For more information about the directional panel antennas for FZ MBO Micro BTS, see
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS product description document.
The following directional panel antennas are available for FZ MBO Micro BTS:
FA2HA
FA2NB
FA2WA
4.4 Installing directional panel antenna onto Flexi Zone

Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
Some Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) BTSs can use shroud-like directional panel
antennas. The installation on every variant is the same.
Purpose
The directional antenna is installed by sliding it onto the Flexi Zone MMO BTS. Installing the
MMO BTS on the tilting bracket allows the antenna to tilt both vertically (+/- 15 degrees) and
horizontally (+/- 30 degrees).
Installing the MMO BTS with tilting bracket on a wall or on a vertical pole is done in the same
way as installing the BTS with static mounting bracket.
Before you start
For compatibility between antennas and FZ MMO BTS variants and links to antenna
specifications, see Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS


NOTICE:
The directional antenna is meant to be used as attached to the Flexi Zone MMO BTS.
Mounting the antenna remotely could result in slightly worse performance as the
ground plane of the radio is utilized to optimize the gain and beamwidth.
No provision for remotely mounting the FZM directional antenna is provided. No

bracket is available. In this case a third party directional antenna is required.
Procedure
1 Turn over the directional antenna so that the antenna connectors are visible.
2 Identify the main and diversity antenna cables
Note:
Directional antennas have all of their cables preinstalled.
Figure 190: RF cables
3 Attach two mounting stand-offs to each side of the BTS.
There a total of four pieces on the two sides. Torque to 1.5 Nm (1.12 ft-lb).


Figure 191: Securing mounting stand-offs
4 Slide the directional antenna onto the BTS, aligning the four hooks on the bracket to
the stand-offs installed in the previous step.
Note:
Remove the GPS antenna, if installed.
Note:
Remove the eyebolt, if installed.
Note:
The antenna radome is removed from the following figure to show this detail.


Figure 192: Sliding directional antenna onto BTS
Figure 193: Directional antenna on the BTS
5 Attach the two screws (M4) on the top of brackets to secure the antenna to the BTS.
Torque the screws to 2.2 Nm (1.62 ft-lb)


Figure 194: Attaching directional antenna to BTS
6 Connect the RF cables to the main and diversity TX/RX ports on the BTS and tighten
the N type connector connectors to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) or the 4.3-10 connector to 5
Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
Figure 195: Directional antenna RF cables
7 Cable the BTS as instructed in section Cabling Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS.
Postrequisites


Note:
For more information about the directional panel antennas for FZ MMO Micro BTS,
see Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS product description document.
The following directional panel antennas are available for FZ MMO Micro BTS:
FA2BA
FA2DA
FA2EB
FA2HB
4.5 Installing omnidirectional antennas

The Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) BTS and Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS
can support two (some BTS variants even four) omnidirectional antennas. The installation
of every omnidirectional antenna variant is the same.
Before you start
For compatibility between antennas and FZM variants and links to antenna specifications,
see Table: Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS
compliance boundaries and Table: Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone Mini-
Macro Outdoor BTS compliance boundaries.
Procedure
1 Connect the omnidirectional antennas to each of the TX/RX ports on the BTS.
MBO BTSs: The “stacked” enhanced multiple input multiple output (eMIMO) antenna
design incorporates both main (MAIN) and diversity (DIV) antennas in one physical
package. One antenna can be installed on each non-WiFi, non-LAA RF antenna module.
The connectors on the antenna are not marked and can be connected to the ANT-M
and ANT-D ports either way.


Figure 196: MAIN/DIV stacked omni antenna
Figure 197: Stacked omni antennas attached to the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS non-Wi-Fi
RF modules
MBO BTS model FW2HIRB: Attach the FMWE bracket assembly to the top of the BTS and
cable it to the B46 module, then attach the two FA2RA "stick" omni antennas to the
FMWE bracket (see Installing Wi-Fi dual-band omnidirectional antenna). Attach FA2NA
"stacked" omnidirectional antenna to the B7 RF module. Attach FA2EA "stacked"
omnidirectional antenna to the B66 module.
Figure 198: Omnidirectional antennas attached to the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS model
FW2HIRB
MM BTSs: The enhanced multiple input multiple output (eMIMO) stick antennas (such as,


FAWT and FAWU) are delivered in pairs (one main (MAIN) and one diversity (DIV) antenna.
Connect the MAIN antenna to the TX port and the DIV to the RX port.
Figure 199: MAIN/DIV antennas and Orientation Tab
Figure 200: Omnidirectional antenna orientation
2 Attach the antennas.
Note:
If any omnidirectional or directional antennas are remotely connected,

external lightning surge protection must be added. For more information, see
Considerations for remotely connecting RF antennas.
Care must be taken to select appropriate RF cable. Keep RF cable lengths to a
minimum. See RF cabling for general cable guidelines.
For further consideration for remote mounting, see Remotely positioned
antenna operation.


2.2 If antenna has flat above the connector, hold the antenna in place by gripping
the 13.5 mm flat with a 13.5 mm (17/32 in.) wrench.
Figure 201: Flat above omnidirectional antenna's connector
2.3 Tighten the N-type connectors torquing down the connector coupling nut to
1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 19 mm open-end wrench.
NOTICE:

NOTICE:
Antennas with 4.1-9.5 connectors must be attached using a 22 mm open-

Micro BTS.
Postrequisites


Note:
For more information about the omnidirectional antennas, see Flexi Zone Mini-Macro
Outdoor BTS product description and/or Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS
product description document(s).
The following antennas are available for FZ MMO:
FAWT
FAWU
The following antennas are available for FZ MBO:

FA2EA
FA2NA
FA2QA
4.6 Installing Wi-Fi dual-band omnidirectional antenna

Some Flexi Zone Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS variants can support two
dual-band omnidirectional Wi-Fi antennas (FAWH).
Before you start
For antenna specification and compatibility between antennas and FZ MBO variants, see
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS Product Description.
Procedure
1 Attach the Wi-Fi antenna bracket (FMWE) onto the MBO BTS Wi-Fi module using the 2
captive screws.
The Wi-Fi antenna bracket comes with cables already attached.


Figure 202: Wi-Fi antenna bracket with cables
Figure 203: MBO Omni Wi-Fi antenna bracket attached to MBO BTS
1.1 Tighten the two captive screws (M3.5) using a T-15 torque to 1.5 Nm from the
bracket assembly to the MBO module.
2 Attach omnidirectional antennas (FAWH) to each side of the antenna bracket.

Gripping each antenna by its base and not its radome, tighten the N-type connectors
torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb) using a 23 mm open-end wrench.
3 Connect the omnidirectional antennas cables from the Wi-Fi antenna bracket to each
of the TX/RX ports on the bottom of the MBO Wi-Fi module.
The FAWH contains two omnidirectional antennas, MAIN and DIV. Ensure to connect the
MAIN antenna cable to the TX port and the DIV to the RX port.


Figure 204: MBO Wi-Fi cable routing to the Wi-Fi module connectors
The Wi-Fi cable connectors are attached to the 4.3-10 connectors on the MBO Wi-Fi
module, torque to 5 N-m (3.68 ft lbs).
Micro BTS.
4.7 Installing third-party antennas

Every Flexi Zone BTS variant can use third-party antennas. However, with Flexi Zone Mini-
Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTSs, additional requirements must be met.
Before you start
Minimum requirements - antennas
All third party antennas must meet certain minimum requirements to ensure adequate
performance and not trigger any voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) alarms. Ensure that the
antennas selected for the BTS meet these Nokia requirements:
Return loss > 15 dB or VSWR < 1.43:1 over the full operating band of the radio.
Power handling at least 10 dB over the rated output power of the radio.
Passive intermodulation (PIM) products must be below these levels:
For a Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor BTS: -140 dBc with two +37 dBm continuous-wave
(CW) signals anywhere in the operating band.
For a Flexi Zone Mini-Macro BTS: -150 dBc with two +43dBm CW signals anywhere in


the operating band
Minimum requirements - antenna cables
All cables used to connect the remote antennas to the BTS must be of sufficient quality to
meet all of the same antenna requirements outlined in Minimum requirements - antennas.
Procedure
1 Connect the antennas to the proper main and diversity TX/RX port on the BTS using
appropriately rated RF cables.
Note the following:

The only antennas that are permitted to be directly connected to the Flexi Zone BTS
are the antennas specifically offered by Nokia for BTS direct attachments. Other
antennas are not supported to be directly attached to the Flexi Zone BTS.
If any other RF antennas are used, they must be remotely mounted (separately from
the Flexi Zone BTS) and attached using appropriately rated RF cables.
Note:
Remotely located antennas must meet the requirements stipulated in the

antenna installation section in the installation manual and be equipped with
additional in-line surge protection. For more information, see Considerations
for remotely connecting RF antennas.
If using remotely connected antennas a surge arrestor should always be employed at

the RF antenna cable building or outdoor BTS enclosure entry point to protect site
equipment and for operator safety. The surge arrestor should be connected to the
site single point ground using a low impedance conductor. The surge arrestor should
have a low insertion loss within the RF band of operation.
2 Tighten the antennas with N-type connectors torqued to 1.7 Nm (1.25 ft-lb).
Antennas with 4.3–10 connectors should be torqued to 5 Nm (3.69 ft-lb).
Micro BTS.


4.8 Considerations for remotely connecting RF antennas
When RF antennas are remotely connected the following should be considered.
Note:
Except for omni antenna FAWB, all antennas can be remotely mounted. (FAWB is a
monopole antenna.)
LTE and Wi-Fi antenna isolation

For Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) BTS deployments with Wi-Fi, adequate isolation is
necessary between the remotely deployed LTE and Wi-Fi antennas.
Minimum isolation between any LTE port and any Wi-Fi antenna port, including all cable loss,
must meet or exceed 30 dB.
The Nokia-provided antenna solutions exceed these requirements.
Lightning Surge Arrestor

If the Flexi Zone BTS is used with remotely connected antennas, lightning surge arrestors
need to be installed between the Flexi Zone BTS and the antenna with proper site surge
grounding.
For GPS Lightning Arrestor considerations, see section Lightning arrestor.
For RF antennas similar Lightning Arrestor considerations and recommendations apply.

Always consult the local regulatory and safety requirements when selecting Surge Arrestors.
The frequency band of the surge suppressor needs to meet the frequency range of the Flexi
Zone BTS. The suppressor can be DC blocking or DC passing for Flexi Zone BTSs. An example
suppressor is the Polyphaser DGXZ+06NFNF-A, as described in section Lightning arrestor.
Note:
This unit is not meant for 2.6 GHz operation.
Lightning Surge Arrestor Grounding

Proper lightning surge arrestor grounding is essential. Consult your local regulatory and
safety requirements as well as the chosen surge arrestor recommendations.


For a more information on considerations, see section Lightning protection.
For more information refer to:

Installing EMP Protector section in Installing Antenna Systems document in Antenna
Systems Operating Documentation available in NOLS PIC.
Grounding Standards for Nokia RRU/RRH Installations Site Engineering document.
Nokia Site Grounding and Bonding Standard for the Americas Site Engineering document.
Mounting Bracket
A mounting bracket is not supplied for remotely attaching the Flexi Zone BTS omni antennas
to a pole, wall or window. No bracket is available from the Flexi Zone BTS portfolio as this is a
general commodity item with many different possibilities.
Since the omni antennas are a standard N-Male connector and lightweight, a number of
commercially available bracket solutions exist. The bracket only requires a hole sized to
accommodate a typical N-connector. Only a simple N-Female to N-Female bulkhead
connector is then needed to complete the bracket.
The bracket should either be mounted at the top of a pole or with a sufficiently long arm to
place the antenna away from the pole or other obstructions that could interfere with the
antenna patterns.


5. LED indicators
Description of LEDs on the Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor BTS BTS
variants
LED indicators
The Flexi Zone BTS has three multi-color LEDs providing visual indication of:
RF - Shows the RF power status
BACKHAUL - Shows the transport status
STATUS - Shows the BTS status
Figure 205: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS LEDs
Table 26: Flexi Zone BTS LED indications
LED Color Description Priority* ( 1

is highest)
BACKHAUL Transport / Backhaul Link Status

(Controlled by TRSW)
NOTE : This LED depicts BTS is booting up, and the Platform SW is starting up. LED 1
the Transport SW States OFF is being controlled by HW.
Stable RED In the startup sequence, the Platform SW is up and it has 1

taken control of the LED. This state continues until the
TRSW becomes operational following Site Power-Up or Site
Reset. Includes POST (in case of a power-on scenario).
Stable RED TRSW has taken control of LED and is Initializing, or a 2

Critical or Major Fault raised on TRSW.
Stable YELLOW Critical or Major Fault raised on TRSW and Bluetooth is

ENABLED automatically. 2
Blinking RED MINOR or Degraded alarm exists on TRSW. 3
Stable GREEN TRSW is ready (fully initialized) 4

- No known Critical/Major/Degraded/Minor Transport faults
present.


is highest)
RF RF Transmission Status
(Controlled by HW)
BTS is booting up, and the Platform SW is starting up. LED 1
OFF is being controlled by HW.
OFF Platform SW has come up successfully. 1
Blinking GREEN FPGA has taken control of the RF LED in the startup 1
sequence.
Blinking GREEN RF Transmission OFF 1
Stable GREEN RF Transmission ON 2


is highest)
STATUS BTS Status

(Controlled by BTSOM)
BTS is booting up and STATUS LED is being controlled by 1
Stable RED HW.
Blinking YELLOW In startup sequence, Platform SW is up and is now 1

controlling the STATUS LED. Includes POST (in case of a
power-on scenario).
Blinking YELLOW Startup: Indicates BTSOM has taken control of the BTS 4
STATUS LED. BTSOM determines that BTS is
uncommissioned and performs autoconnection.
Stable YELLOW Startup-autoconfiguration, BTS is uncommissioned: BTSOM 5

is performing autoconfiguration (SW download,
configuration download).
Stable YELLOW Startup-autoconfiguration blocked, BTS is 5

uncommissioned: SW download, configuration download via
the Network Element Manager.
Stable YELLOW Startup-BTSOM determines that BTS is commissioned. 10
Stable YELLOW Indicates BTS and/or all CELLs are Blocked/Locked. 5
Stable RED Indicates BTS is Faulty: It signifies that at least one Critical 2
Fault is currently present on BTS.
Note: Includes any type of BTS faults including Transport,
U-Plane, and C-Plane faults.
Blinking RED Indicates BTS is degraded: At least one Major Fault is 3

currently active on BTS (while no Critical Faults are active).
Note: Includes any type of BTS faults including Transport,
U-Plane, and C-Plane faults.
Blinking GREEN Indicates a SW download is in-progress during runtime 9

operation (for instance, SW download and configuration
download are occurring outside of startup).
Stable RED Indicates a Critical Failure occurred during Auto Connection 7

(AutoConnectionState is "Disconnected").
If failure is due to an iOMS rejection (unsuccessful
AutoConnectionEstablishedReply message was received),
condition will persist for 5 min until the Auto-Connection
process is automatically retried.
Note: If failure is due to iOMS connectivity being down
(detected by Supervision on iOMS link), a Critical Fault will
be active (SET).
Blinking GREEN BTS in Test Dedicated State. 10
Stable GREEN Indicates the BTS is fully configured and nothing is 10

preventing a CELL from transitioning to onAir (indicated in
conjuction with RF LED being Blinking GREEN). This
corresponds to the BTS configured, integrated to RAN, and
onAir operational state.


Note:
* The values appearing in the “Priority” column indicate which LED display pattern will
illuminate when multiple conditions exist. If there are multiple active conditions, the
LED illuminates to reflect the highest priority condition. For example, if there are both
Minor and Major active BACKHAUL-related faults, the BACKHAUL LED would illuminate
as Stable YELLOW because the Major fault has a higher Priority than the Minor fault.
Refer to Troubleshooting LTE RAN for more information regarding monitoring and
troubleshooting BTSs.


6. Requirements for GNSS antenna installation
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Scope
The synchronization of Flexi Zone Micro BTS transmissions is primarily provided by a Global
Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) timing receiver. A GPS timing receiver is standard on all
FZM variants, while a multimode (GPS + GLONASS) timing receiver is available on certain Flexi
Zone Micro BTS variants. A high degree of reliability can be expected from the BTS GNSS
timing receiver, but the overall receiver performance is heavily dependent on the GNSS
antenna installation. To achieve the expected GNSS performance, the GNSS antenna
installation must meet requirements regarding antenna placement, cabling, lightning
protection, and interference suppression.
This section provides a brief overview of the GNSS followed by a summary of BTS GNSS
antenna installation requirements, guidelines for optimizing antenna installations and cell
site debugging procedures.
6.1.2 The Global Positioning System

The C/A (Coarse Acquisition) Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based radio
navigation system that provides precise three dimensional (3D) positioning and time of day
information to civilian users.
6.1.2.1 Satellite constellation

The GPS is designed to operate with a minimum constellation of 21 operational and 3 active
spare (24 total) satellites. The GPS satellite constellation is organized with 6 orbital planes,
each with an inclination of 55 degrees to the equator and an altitude of 20,200 kilometers.
GPS satellite orbits are non-geosynchronous and complete one orbit in approximately 12
hours. It therefore is important to understand that a GPS receiver should be exposed to a
varying (but predictable) constellation of satellites which are constantly moving across the


sky.
Figure 206: Cell site GPS satellite visibility
6.1.2.2 GPS RF carrier

All C/A GPS satellites employ 1.023 MHz-wide spread-spectrum modulation on a common
carrier frequency of 1.57542 GHz. GPS transmissions received at the surface of the Earth
should have a minimum RF signal strength of -160 dBW.
6.1.3 Global Navigation Satellite System

The Russian Federation GLObal NAvigation Satellite System (GLONASS) is a space-based
radio navigation system that provides precise three dimensional (3D) positioning and time
of day information to civilian users.

The GLONASS is designed to operate with a minimum constellation of 21 operational and
three active spare (24 total) satellites. The initial GLONASS satellite constellation is


organized with three orbital planes, each with eight satellites. Three additional orbital planes
have been created to support additional satellites. GLONASS satellite orbits are non-
geosynchronous and complete one orbit in approximately 11.25 hours. GLONASS satellites
utilize the Moscow Standard Timescale (MSK), which is synchronous to the Universal
Coordinated (UTC) timescale. As MSK is affected by leap second adjustments, it is necessary
to manually configure current and future leap second offset information in the Network
Management System (NMS) when operating from only GLONASS satellites. When operating
with GPS or both GPS and GLONASS, it is not necessary to maintain leap second offset in the
NMS.
6.1.3.2 GLONASS RF carrier

GLONASS satellites transmit in the L1 band between 1598.0625 MHz and 1605.375 MHz.
Unlike the GPS, GLONASS uses Frequency Division Multiplexing (FDMA) where satellites
transmit on different frequencies following the equation:
f(n) = 1602 + n * 05625 (MHz), where n is an integer in the range of [-7...6]
To support the full constellation of 24 satellites with only 14 available carrier frequencies,
some frequencies are reused by satellites operating on opposite orbits.
6.1.4 Quasi-Zenith Satellite System

Provides a high-level description of QZSS
The Japanese Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) is a space-based radio navigation

system that provides precise three dimensional (3D) positioning and time of day information
to civilian users. The QZSS is compatible with Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites and
can be utilized with them in an integrated fashion to provide better coverage over Japan
and across regions with longitudes close to Japan (such as Australia and New Guinea).

Describes the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) satellite constellation orbits
The Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) is designed to operate with a minimum

constellation of four (4) operational quasi-zenith satellites. The four-satellite constellation
permits continuous coverage of Japan. Broadcasting four L-band navigation signals, the


QZSS works in tandem with the Global Positioning System (GPS) to provide optimal coverage
in areas where GPS signals alone may be partially blocked, such as mountainous terrain and
urban areas with skyscrapers.
The Quasi-Zenith Satellite System is a constellation of three (3) inclined geosynchronous

orbit (IGSO) satellites and one (1) geostationary satellite transmitting GPS-compatible
signals to enhance positioning availability and accuracy. Each IGSO satellite orbits at an
inclination of approximately 40 to 44 degrees to the equator.
Inclined geosynchronous orbit - Three QZSS satellites move in highly-inclined, slightly-
elliptical, geosynchronous orbits, following an asymmetrical figure-8 pattern stretching
from Japan to Australia as they alternate north and south of the equator. The figure-8
pattern is designed to ensure that one satellite is almost directly overhead over Japan at
all times. Altitude ranges between ~38 500 kilometers over the northern hemisphere and
~33 100 kilometers over the southern hemisphere. The orbit allows the satellite to
complete one lap around Earth in nearly 24 hours, maintaining its position in the sky over
the Asia-Pacific region.
Geostationary orbit - One QZSS satellite moves in a geostationary orbit that hovers over
the equator at an altitude of ~35 800 kilometers.
6.1.4.2 QZSS RF carrier

Describes the RF carrier frequency and signal strength supported by the Quasi-Zenith
Satellite System (QZSS)
The GNSS receiver supports Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) satellite navigation signals
transmitted in the L1 bands compatible with Global Positioning System (GPS).
Table 27: QZSS navigation signal bands and carrier frequencies
Signal band Carrier frequency (MHz)
L1 C/A (Coarse/Acquisition code) 1575.420
L1C 1575.420
QZSS transmissions received at the surface of the Earth have a minimum RF signal strength
of -161 dBW (Block I satellite QZS-1) and -158.5 dBW (Block II satellites QZS-2/3/4).


6.2 General antenna positioning requirements
GPS antenna placement can be one of the most crucial factors in achieving reliable BTS
synchronization. The FZM design includes an attached GPS antenna that allows direct
reception of GPS transmissions when operated in locations that allow for suitable satellite
visibility. In cases where the FZM must be operated in a location that does not provide
suitable satellite visibility, the GPS antenna can be detached and positioned in a more
optimal position with connection through a coaxial cable.
When positioning the GPS antenna, several factors must be taken into consideration. Ideally,
the GPS antenna should completely be exposed to provide maximum visibility for the
satellites. However, some tradeoffs are required due to RF interference for example, from
nearby transmitting antennas or potential antenna damage caused by falling ice or lightning
strikes. For example, putting a GPS antenna on top of a cellular tower would likely provide
maximum satellite visibility, but it would be a poor choice because of potential lightning
damage or interference from nearby cell site transmitting antennas.
Changing environmental conditions might also affect GPS reception. Dense foliage can
significantly disrupt GPS transmissions. It might not cause problems during fall or winter
months, but could affect GPS reception during other seasons.
In most cases suitable compromises can be made to obtain the necessary mix of GPS
satellite visibility and protection of antenna hardware.
6.2.1 Required antenna visibility

A line of sight is required between the GPS antenna and any satellites used in determining a
timing solution. Before the GPS receiver can provide accurate timing information it must
first determine the location of its antenna in 3D space. The information from a minimum of
four satellites is required to determine the 3D antenna's location. After the GPS receiver has
determined its antenna's location, it can continue to provide accurate timing information
with as little as one satellite in view.
Because GPS satellites operate in non-geosynchronous orbital patterns, the GPS antenna
must be prepared to receive GPS signals from any direction. The minimum GPS constellation
guarantees that a minimum of four GPS satellites should be in view from any location on the
Earth. Typically, six or more satellites are visible and allow for some obstruction of GPS
antenna visibility if necessary.


6.2.2 Antenna placement optimization
While the ideal GPS antenna installation provides an unobstructed view in all directions
within 20° of the horizon, practical limitations exist at some cell site locations that allow only
for a fraction of the desired visibility. Reductions in GPS antenna visibility can result in
increased BTS initialization times or in the reporting of numerous alarms from the affected
BTS. Carefully select the antenna location to maximize available visibility. Even small visibility
improvements can have a large impact on receiver performance as presented in Maximizing
GPS antenna visibility.
Figure 207: Maximizing GPS antenna visibility
6.2.3 Lightning protection

The GPS antenna position should be chosen carefully to minimize the potential of damage
from a direct or nearby lightning strike. In cell site installations that employ an antenna
tower, it is recommended that the GPS antenna be mounted near the tower base to allow
the tower to act as a lightning rod. Avoid areas where the antenna might by impacted by
falling ice. The 45° protection zone or the rolling ball method are used to define the
protective area provided by a lightning rod or nearby tower. While the accuracy of these
methods remains questionable, the general rule is that higher antenna elevations yield a
higher probability of damage due to lightning. The GPS antenna should never be at or near
the highest elevation of its surroundings.
The GPS antenna cabling must be grounded at the cell site's master ground point. If the GPS
antenna must be positioned on or near the cell site tower, the antenna and cabling must be


bonded to the tower as well to avoid lightning strikes.
Figure 208: GPS antenna placement considerations
6.2.4 Antenna blockage

Nokia recommends GPS antennas that utilize a conically shaped radome to minimize
blockage because of snow or debris. The antenna should be positioned carefully to minimize
such accumulation on the antenna's surface. Mounting the GPS antenna on a pole or mast at
an elevation above any snow or debris buildup is a common solution to this problem. The
pole or mast mounting also allows any temporary ice accumulation to quickly dissolve after
severe weather conditions subside.
6.2.5 RF interference
BTS GNSS receiver and recommended antennas provide a high level of out-of-band
interference. To further reduce interference, the GNSS antenna needs to be positioned at a
different elevation and as far as possible from nearby transmitting antennas. Additionally,
the GNSS antenna should not be placed in the direct radiation path of cellular or other
transmitting antennas. The graph presented in Figure: Maximum GNSS receiver interference
power level vs. frequency can be used to identify the maximum interference source power
levels presented at the GNSS antenna surface (assuming that a Nokia recommended GNSS
antenna is in use and the RF signal presented to the GNSS receiver meets all level and noise
figure requirements).
Different interference rejection performance can be experienced with other (non-Nokia


recommended) GNSS antennas or when the GNSS receiver is not provided with the required
(minimum or maximum) RF signal levels.
Figure 209: Maximum GNSS receiver interference power level vs. frequency
6.3 Attached GNSS antenna operation

For typical configuration, the GPS antenna is directly attached and mounted on top of the
Flexi Zone Micro BTS, as shown in Figure: Typical RF GNSS antenna configuration diagram.
Figure 210: Typical RF GNSS antenna configuration diagram


6.4 Remotely positioned antenna operation
Figure: Remote RF GPS antenna configuration diagram depicts the connections and
hardware that are necessary to position the GPS antenna separately from the FZM. A
description of the GPS antenna system elements along with relative installation
requirements is presented in the following subsections of this document.
The lightning arrestor, ground kits, RF cables, and mounting for a remote GPS antenna are
not supplied as part of the FZM kits.


Figure 211: Remote RF GPS antenna configuration diagram
6.4.1 Active GPS antenna

The GPS antenna is used to capture and amplify transmissions from multiple in view GPS
satellites while providing adequate rejection of out-of-band signals. The Flexi Zone Micro
BTS GPS antenna consists of an antenna element, pre-selector filter and low-noise amplifier
(LNA).
6.4.1.1 Antenna element

The antenna element must be capable of receiving transmissions from multiple GPS
satellites while in their orbit. A suitable GPS antenna should have a nearly uniform gain
throughout a 360° azimuth and within 20° above the horizon. Extending antenna gain to
elevations of less than 20° offers little benefit in terms of satellite tracking and can actually
make the GPS receiver more vulnerable to terrestrial interference sources.
6.4.1.2 Low-noise amplifier (LNA) / Pre-selector filter

An active antenna is used to minimize antenna system noise figure and maximize usable
antenna cable lengths. The provided Flexi Zone Micro antenna incorporates LNA and GPS
bandpass filtering.
The active antenna LNA is powered by a +5 V DC ±0.5V bias provided by the Flexi Zone Micro
BTS through the GPS antenna cabling.


6.4.1.3 Overall GPS antenna RF requirements
The Nokia recommended GPS antennas should meet the requirements outlined in and have
proven quality with good field performance. While it is possible to use other antennas, they
should be carefully selected to ensure full BTS compatibility for all conditions.
Table 28: Recommended GPS antenna specifications
Requirement/Recommendations
Gain +25 dB (recommended)
Noise figure <2.5 dB (recommended)
Operating frequency 1575.42 MHz with less than 3 dB attenuation at

a +1.2 MHz offset from center (required)
Filtering >40 dB attenuation at +50 MHz offset from L1

center (recommended)
LNA supply voltage Operation with a supply voltage of +5 V DC

+0.25 V (required)
LNA supply current <30 mA (required)
Azimuth coverage 360° (required)
Elevation coverage 10° to 90° (required)
Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C (recommended)
6.4.2 RF cabling
A wide range of coaxial cable types may be used between the GPS antenna and BTS
connection. All RF, physical installation and environmental requirements must be considered
while choosing the GPS antenna cable. The GPS antenna cable must have a characteristic
impedance of 50Ω and must satisfy the signal loss requirement outlined in section for the
installation length.
The chosen antenna cable must support all installation requirements such as the minimum
cable bend radius, operating temperature range, any special insulation requirements such as
ultra-violet light resistance, armor jacketing for rodent proofing, and plenum ratings. Signal
loss and minimum bend radius information for commonly used GPS antenna cable types is


presented in Table: Antenna cable loss and bend radius data.
Table 29: Antenna cable loss and bend radius data
Cable type Loss / length @ Minimum bend radius Cable diameter

1575MHz
FSJ4-50 0.15 dB/m 32 mm (1.26 in.) 13.2 mm (0.52 in.)
LDF4-50 0.091 dB/m 125 mm (4.9 in.) 16 mm (0.63 in.)
LMR-400 0.17 dB/m 25.4 mm (1 in.) 10.3 mm (0.41 in.)
RG-142 0.56 dB/m 51 mm (2 in.) 4.95 mm (0.19 in.)
Care must be exercised in properly terminating and weather-proofing all cable connections.
A common problem experienced with GPS antenna installations involves poor cable
terminations or weather-proofing that result in degraded performance over time and
eventual failures.
6.4.3 Lightning arrestor

A surge arrestor should always be employed at the GPS antenna cable building or outdoor
BTS enclosure entry point to protect cell site equipment and for operator safety. The surge
arrestor should be connected to the cell site's single point ground using a low impedance
conductor as shown in Figure: Remote RF GPS antenna configuration diagram. The surge
arrestor should have a low insertion loss within the GPS L1 band and must be capable of
passing the antenna LNA 5 V DC supply voltage. The Polyphaser DGXZ+06NFNF-A surge
arrestor is recommended because of its low clamping voltage and high surge handling
capabilities. The DGXZ+06NFNF-A has the following performance specifications:
Note:
The FZM kits do not include lightning arrestors or any grounding or attachment
components. These should be chosen according to the site requirements and local
safety and regulatory requirements.


Parameter Specification
Frequency range 800 MHz to 2500 MHz
VSWR <1.1:1
Insertion loss < 0.1 dB over frequency range
Turn-on voltage +6.5 V DC
Turn-on time 4 μS for 2 kV/μS
Maximum surge 20 kA per IEC 61000-4-5 8/20 μS waveform
Throughput energy <175 μJ for 3 kA, 8/20 μS waveform
User voltage +6.0 V DC MAX
Operating temperature range -50°C to +85°C
6.4.4 GPS antenna system RF requirements

To realize optimal GPS receiver performance the total GPS antenna system gain and noise
figure at the Flexi Zone Micro BTS GPS antenna input must meet the following requirements:
Total antenna system gain (G): +10 dB > G > +26 dB (within the GPS L1 band (1575.42
MHz +1.023 MHz))
Total antenna system noise figure: < 4.0 dB
Operation outside of these limits can negatively impact receiver operation. Potentially
negative impacts include increased cell site initialization times, intermittent GPS signal
reception and a reduction in receiver interference immunity.
6.4.4.1 Antenna system gain

The total antenna system gain can be calculated by summing the gains and losses (in
decibels) of all antenna system elements using the following equation:
G = GAntenna + GCable 1 + GLightning Arrestor + GCable 2
For example, the antenna system gain of a hypothetical cell site GPS installation utilizing the
following elements (pictured in ) is calculated as follows:


GAntenna = +25 dB (antenna)
GCable 1 = -7.7 dB (50 m FSJ4-50 cable (0.15 dB/m * 50 m + 0.2 dBconnector loss)
GLightning Arrestor = -0.1 dB (PolyPhaser DGXZ+06NFNF-A)
GCable 2 = -0.65 dB (3 m FSJ4-50 cable (0.15 dB/m * 3 m + 0.2 dBconnector loss)
G = +25 dB - 7.7 dB - 0.1 dB - 0.65 dB
G = 16.55 dB
The calculated gain of this hypothetical GPS antenna system is +16.55 dB which is within the
required gain range of +10dB to +26dB. If the resulting gain were less than +10 dB,
modifications to the antenna system such as using a lower loss cable to increase the overall
gain would be required.
6.4.4.2 Antenna system noise figure

The GPS antenna system noise figure requirement is seldom violated unless a non-
recommended GPS antenna is used or additional signal amplifiers are employed to
compensate for large cable losses. The total antenna system noise figure can be calculated
using the following equation:
Where:
f = the total antenna system noise figure
f1 = noise figure of stage 1
g1 = gain of stage 1
Note:
All gain and noise figure values are absolute and not in decibels
The noise figure of the hypothetical GPS antenna system described in Antenna system gain
would be calculated as follows:
f = 1.535


NF(dB) = 10*log(1.535) =1.86 dB
The calculated noise figure of this hypothetical GPS antenna system is 1.86 dB, which is
below the required +4.0 dB maximum. Violations in antenna system noise figure can be
addressed by utilizing lower loss antenna cabling utilizing signal amplifiers with lower noise
figures and reducing the signal losses prior to any in-line signal amplifiers. Difficulties in
satisfying antenna system noise figure requirements are usually caused by the need to
utilize long cable runs.
Figure 212: GPS antenna loss budget / noise figure calculation
6.4.4.3 GPS mounting brackets

The FZM portfolio does not contain a mounting bracket to attach the GPS antennas to a
pole, wall or window. As GPS antennas are light and use a standard N-Male connector, there
is a wide range of options available on the market. To complete the bracket, only a simple N-
Female to N-Female bulkhead connector is needed.
The bracket should be mounted at the top of a pole. Another option is to use a sufficiently
long rig to place the antenna away from the pole or other obstructions that could interfere
with the antenna patterns.
For further guidance on mounting, see section General antenna positioning requirements.


7. Contents of Flexi Zone Mini-Macro and Multiband
Outdoor Micro BTS delivery
List of items that constitute a Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor (MMO) and Multiband
Outdoor (MBO) Micro BTS package delivery.
Table 30: Flexi Zone MMO and MBO BTS (FDD-LTE) delivery contents
Item name Item code Quantity
FW2CA (LTE2914) 473546A 1
FW2DA (LTE3002) 473462A 1
FW2EA (LTE3493) 473855A 1
FW2EHB (LTE2600) 473525A 1
FW2EHWB (LTE2600) 473526A 1
FW2FIB (LTE3171) 473866A 1
FW2FIWB (LTE3171) 473867A 1
FW2FIWD (LTE3171) 473868A 1
FW2GEB (LTE2476) 473117A 1
FW2GEWB (LTE2476) 473161A 1
FW2GHB (LTE3170) 473862A 1
FW2GHWB (LTE3170) 473863A 1
FW2HA (LTE3492) 474083A 1
FW2HHB (LTE3176) 473858A 1
FW2HHWB (LTE3176) 473859A 1
FW2HIB (LTE4439) 474566A 1
FW2HIRB (LTE4443) 474568A 1
FW2HIWB (LTE4439) 474567A 1
FW2PC (LTE3460) 473523A 1


Every variant contains also:
OCTIS SFP Field Termination P398812 2 SFPs for MBO

Kit and
1 SFP for MMO
Ground Lug 6 AWG, 2 hole P180544 1
M6x12 Combined Screws with P184316 2

Plain/Spring Washers
Bluetooth 2.4 GHz Antenna, 0 P183129 1

dBi, 61 mm, SMA-RP
OCTIS RJ45 Field Termination P379253 2

Kit
DC power connector P403352 1 for MMO


Table 31: Flexi Zone MMO and MBO BTS (TD-LTE) delivery contents
FW2FA (LTE3461) 473527A 1
FW2QQF (LTE4226) 474444A 1
FW2QQWF (LTE4226) 474446A 1
FW2QQH (CB007379) 475887A
Every variant contains also:
OCTIS SFP Field Termination P398812 2 SFPs for MBO

Kit and
1 SFP for MMO
Ground Lug 6 AWG, 2 hole P180544 1
M6x12 Combined Screws with P184316 2

Plain/Spring Washers
Bluetooth 2.4 GHz Antenna, 0 P183129 1

dBi, 61 mm, SMA-RP
OCTIS RJ45 Field Termination P379253 2

Kit
DC power connector P403352 1 for MMO and some MBO
Table 32: FMWA Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Bracket (472858A) delivery contents
Interface Bracket 087145A 1
M6x16 hexagonal screw 6196890 2
Static Mounting Bracket 087146A 1
Washers 6340451 2


Table 33: FMWB Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Bracket (473031A) delivery contents
Tilting Mounting Bracket 087151A 1
Washers 6340451 2
Table 34: FMWE Flexi Zone MBO Omnidirectional Wi-Fi Antenna Installation kit (474041A)
delivery contents
MBO Omnidirectional Wi-Fi 831805 1

antenna bracket
MBO Omnidirectional Wi-Fi 996088 2

antenna cables
M3.5 captive screws – 2
Table 35: FMWG Flexi Zone Wall and Pole Mounting Kit (474013A) delivery contents
Unit mount assembly – 1
Pole rear bracket 832399 1
Hardware kit – 1


Table 36: FMWH Flexi Zone Dual Radio Pole Mount kit (474312A) delivery contents
Unit mount assembly – 2
Pole rear bracket 832399 4
Pole mount assembly 089571A 1
Secondary pole (mast) 832459 1
M8 bolt assemblies - 8
Hardware kit – 1
Table 37: FMWU Flexi Zone Dual Radio Wall Mount Bracket (475164A) delivery contents
Dual Radio Wall Bracket 091673A 1
Washers 6340451 2
Table 38: FMWI Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474409A) delivery contents
Single FZ MBO strand mount 090308A 1

subassembly
GPS antenna right-angle P396561 1

adapter
M6x20 hex bolts P385385 10


Table 39: FMWK Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474410A) delivery contents

subassembly

adapter
Table 40: FMWL Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474410A) delivery contents

subassembly

adapter
Table 41: FMWQ Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474851A) delivery contents

subassembly
Medium size solar shields 833932 2
LED cover label 833933 1
Extender 832975 1

adapter


Table 42: FMWR Flexi Zone MBO Horizontal Strand Mounting Kit (474882A) delivery contents

subassembly

adapter
Table 43: Flexi Zone antenna delivery contents
Antenna type Antenna Sales item Delivery contents Quantity Quantity

name per sales needed
item per FZM
GPS FAWD 472932A GPS antenna 1 1
GPS/GLONASS FAWG 473100A GPS/GLONASS 1 1

antenna
BLUETOOTH Bluetooth antenna
Directional (LTE- FA2BA, 474404A, MM BTS directional 1 1

only) FA2DA, 474159A, panel antenna
FA2EB, 474161A,
FA2HB 474158A
Directional panel FA2HA, 473460A, MBO BTS directional 1 1

FA2NB 474073A panel antenna
Omnidirectional FA2EA, 473120A, One omnidirectional 1 1 per

(stacked design) FA2NA 473720A stacked antenna applicable
(contains both MAIN RF module
and DIV)
Omnidirectional FAWH, 473171A, Two omnidirectional 2 2 per

(stick design) FAWT, 474371A, stick antennas, one applicable
FAWU 474389A MAIN and one DIV, RF module
packaged and sold
as a pair


8. Flexi Zone BTS installation tools and equipment
List of tools and equipment needed during installation and cabling.


Table 44: Installation tools
Installation tools
Adjustable wrench
Allen (Hexagon) key: 2, 6 mm
Cable ties
Cleaner for fiber connectors
Crimping tool (for example for 16 mm² grounding cable)
Drill
Flashlight, pocket lamp or torch
Flathead screwdriver
Folding knife
Level
Marker pen or comparable tool
Phillips head screwdriver
Pliers
Scissors
Side cutters
Tape measure
Torque wrench (8-20 Nm (5.9-14.75 ft-lb)) with extensions
TORX screwdriver: T10, T15
Wire strippers
Wrench set: 18, 21, 22, 27, 30 mm


9. Safety for Public and Workers
Safety installing instructions for Public and Workers
9.1 Installing base stations to ensure public safety

The equipment generates radio frequency energy, which has a thermal effect when
absorbed by the human body. For this reason, compliance boundaries specific to this
equipment have been established. The thermal effects of radio frequency energy can
exceed safety levels when a person is inside the established compliance boundaries.
Observe the compliance boundary, and make sure the general public has no access to areas
inside the established boundaries.
Note:
This equipment may only be installed by trained professional maintenance personnel.
9.2 Installing Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro base stations

to ensure installer safety
Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro installer-to-BTS separation distances for safety
Installation engineers need to be aware of the potential risk of the thermal effects of radio
frequency energy and how to stay protected against undue risk.
When working close to transmitting antennas, the proper safety distances must be
observed. The minimal safe distance from an antenna is measured in meters. When
assessing the applicable compliance boundaries (CB) European standards EN 50383, EN
50385, Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC and FCC 47 CFR § 1.1310 for Both
Occupational and General Public electromagnetic exposure limits have been applied.
The antenna types and gain configured on the product determine the minimal safe distance.
Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro small cell BTS is compliant with the cited standards at every
point outside the final boundary (CB) when the Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS is
deployed with antennas evaluated in the MPE Exhibit (available via the FCC or IC website)
and connected directly to the Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS RF ports.
Consult the site engineering plan for any other configurations.


Provisions must be taken to guarantee that no access is possible within the Occupational or
General Public regions as appropriate. See Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS required
Compliance Boundaries (CB.
Table 45: Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS required Compliance Boundaries (CB)
Required Compliance Boundaries (CB)

(1) (1)
BTS Operating bandclass Occupational General Occupational General
variant [m] population(1) [m] population(1)
(Omnidirection [m] (Directional [m]
al Antenna) ( Panel (Directional
Omnidirection Antenna) Panel Antenna)
al Antenna)
FW2CA 26 (FDD-LTE) N/A N/A 1.36 3.04
FW2DA 8 (FDD-LTE) 3.93 1.80 N/A N/A
FW2DC 8 (FDD-LTE) N/A N/A 3.93 1.80
FW2EA 3 (FDD-LTE) 2.07 2.07 144 316
FW2FA 39 (TD-LTE) N/A N/A N/A N/A
FW2HA 7 (FDD-LTE) 2.065 2.065 136 306
FW2PC 28 (FDD-LTE) 1.46 1.46 158 345
(1)
Compliance boundary values are determined based on the 2x2 MIMO LTE main and
diversity antennas plus the integrated Bluetooth antenna. See Antenna types evaluated to
calculate Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS compliance boundaries for evaluated
BTS/antenna combinations.
Note:
As information becomes available for other variants, this table will be updated.
WARNING!
WARNING! Electromagnetic field

Do not go any closer to a live antenna than the compliance boundary. The radio
frequency energy generated by the antenna poses a serious health risk.


WARNING!

If performing installation or maintenance procedures on BTS cables or antennas in an
area closer than the compliance boundary, make sure that all transmitters in this area
are switched off.
Table 46: Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone Mini-Macro Outdoor BTS compliance
boundaries
BTS variant Antennas used for compliance boundary evaluation
RF Bluetooth
FW2CA Third-party omni antenna Bluetooth antena
FW2DA Third-party omni antenna Bluetooth antena
FW2DC Third-party omni antenna Bluetooth antena
FW2EA (474371A) Bluetooth antena
FW2FA (474371A) Bluetooth antena
FW2HA (474389A) Bluetooth antena
FW2PC Third-party omni antenna Bluetooth antena
Note:
As information becomes available for other BTS variants or antennas, this table will be
updated.
9.3 Installing Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro base

stations to ensure installer safety
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro human-to-BTS separation distances for safety


Compliance boundaries
Installation engineers need to be aware of the potential risk of the thermal effects of radio
frequency energy and how to stay protected against undue risk.
When working close to transmitting antennas, the proper safety distances must be
observed. The minimal safe distance from an antenna is measured in centimeters. When
assessing the applicable compliance boundaries (CB), European standards EN 50383, EN
50385, Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC, and FCC 47 CFR § 1.1310 for Both
Occupational and General Public electromagnetic exposure limits, have been applied when
applicable.
The antenna types and gain configured on the product determine the minimal safe distance.
Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor (MBO) Micro small cell BTS is compliant with the cited
standards at every point outside the final boundary when the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS is
deployed with antennas evaluated in the MPE Exhibit (available via the FCC or IC website)
and connected directly to the Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS RF ports.
Note:
Wi-Fi and B46 unlicensed band antennas CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED from those
models that were used during type approval.
Consult the site engineering plan for any other configurations.
Provisions must be taken to guarantee that no access is possible within the Occupational or
General Public regions within the final compliance boundaries, as appropriate. BTS variants'
minimum compliance boundaries are detailed in Flexi Zone MBO BTS RF module IDs and
Table 47: Flexi Zone MBO BTS RF module IDs and compliance boundaries
(1,2)
BTS variant RF module Compliance Compliance
boundaries(3) [cm] boundaries(3) [cm]
(Omnidir. Ant.) (Dir. Pan. Ant.)
Module Model name(7) NB- FCC(4) ID IC(5) ID ETSI/C Occ. Gen. Occ. Gen. pop.
bandclass IoT E(6) pop.
FW2EHB FDD BC3 FW2EMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 50 110 100 220
FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 N/A N/A Yes
FW2EHWB FDD BC3 FW2EMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 21 112 100 221
WW Wi-Fi FZCWMBOM1 or N/A N/A Yes

FZCWMBOM2


BTS variant RF module(1,2) Compliance Compliance
FW2FIB FDD BC2 FW2FMBOM1 Yes 2AD8UFW 109D- No 32 71 72 159

2FMBOM1 FW2FMBO
M1
FDD BC66 FW2IMBOM1 2AD8UFW 109D- No

2IMBOM1 FW2IMBO
M1
FW2FIWB FDD BC2 FW2FMBOM1 Yes 2AD8UFW 109D- No 54 133 94 232

2FMBOM1 FW2FMBO
M1

2IMBOM1 FW2IMBO
M1
WW Wi-Fi FZCWMBOM1 or N/A 109D- Yes

FZCWMBOM2 FZCWMBO
M1 or
109D-
FZCWMBO
M2
FW2FIWD FDD BC2 FW2FMBOM1 Yes 2AD8UFW 109D- No 34 75 72 161

2FMBOM1 FW2FMBO
M1

2IMBOM1 FW2IMBO
M1
US Wi-Fi FZCWMBOM1 or 2AD8UFZ N/A No

FZCWMBOM2 CWMBOM
1 or
2AD8UFZ
CWMBOM
2
FW2GCA FDD BC1 FW2GMBOM1 Yes N/A N/A No N/A N/A N/A N/A
FDD BC18 FW2CMBOM1 N/A N/A No N/A N/A N/A N/A
FW2GEB FDD BC1 FW2GMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 56 124 100 220
FDD BC3 FW2EMBOM1 N/A N/A Yes
FW2GEWB FDD BC1 FW2GMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 57 126 100 221
FDD BC3 FW2EMBOM1 N/A N/A Yes

FZCWMBOM2 FZCWMBO
M1 or
109D-
FZCWMBO
M2
FW2GHB FDD BC1 FW2GMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 55 120 97 212


FW2GHWB FDD BC1 FW2GMBOM1 No N/A N/A Yes 55 120 97 213

FZCWMBOM2 FZCWMBO
M1 or
109D-
FZCWMBO
M2
FW2HHB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A 109D- Yes 41 92 97 217

FW2HMBO
M1
FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 N/A 109D- Yes

FW2HMBO
M1
FW2HHWB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A 109D- Yes 42 94 97 218

FW2HMBO
M1
FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 N/A 109D- Yes

FW2HMBO
M1

FZCWMBOM2 FZCWMBO
M1 or
109D-
FZCWMBO
M2
FW2HIB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A 109D- Yes 40 96 90 220

FW2HMBO
M1
FDD BC66 FW2IMBOM1 N/A 109D- Yes

FW2IMBO
M1
FW2HIIB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A TBD No 67 150 119 266
FDD BC66 FW2IMBOM1 N/A TBD No
FW2HIRB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A 109D- Yes 40 98 91 220

FW2HMBO
M1

FW2IMBO
M1
TDD BC46 FW2RMBOM1 N/A 109D- In

Unlicensed FW2RMBO proces
M1 s of
deter
minati
on


FW2HIWB FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 No N/A 109D- Yes 41 99 91 221

FW2HMBO
M1

FW2IMBO
M1

FZCWMBOM2 FZCWMBO
M1 or
109D-
FZCWMBO
M2
FW2QQF TDD BC48 FW2QMBOM1 No 2AD8UFW N/A No 25 50 - -

QMBOM1
TDD BC48 FW2QMBOM1 2AD8UFW N/A No

QMBOM1
FW2QQWF TDD BC48 FW2QMBOM1 No 2AD8UFW N/A No 25 50 - -

QMBOM1

QMBOM1
US Wi-Fi FZCWMBOM1 or 2AD8UFZ N/A No

FZCWMBOM2 CWMBOM
1 or
2AD8UFZ
CWMBOM
2
FW2EHRB FDD BC3 FW2EMBOM1 No N/A N/A TBD 51 122 100 221
FDD BC7 FW2HMBOM1 N/A N/A TBD
TDD BC46 FW2RMBOM1 N/A N/A TBD
FW2FIRC FDD BC2 FW2FMBOM1 Yes TBD N/A No 33 74 72 160
FDD BC66 FW2IMBOM1 TBD N/A No
TDD BC46 FW2RMBOM1 TBD N/A No
FW2QQH TDD BC48 FW2QMBOM1 No 2AD8UFW N/A No 25 50 - -

QMBOM1

QMBOM1
Table notes:
(Omnidir. Ant.) Omnidirectional Antenna
(Dir. Pan. Ant.) Directional Panel Antenna


Occ. Occupational
Gen. pop. General population
1. Some RF Modules are type approved in multiple markets and regions.

2. Bluetooth module (not shown in table) is in all variants and has a unique FCC and Industry
Canada ID (FCC ID 2AD8UNBTM01 / Industry Canada ID 109D-NBTMO1).
3. Compliance boundary values are determined based on the 2x2 MIMO LTE main and
diversity antennas, plus the Wi-Fi antennas (when applicable), plus the Bluetooth antenna.
See Flexi Zone Multiband Outdoor Micro BTS antennas for evaluated BTS/antenna
combinations.
Note:
When multiple Compliance Boundary standards apply to a specific variant, the

more conservative MPE results calculated are shown in the table.
4. US Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

5. Industry Canada (IC)
6. European Telecommunications Standards Institute / Conformité Européenne (European
Conformity) (ETSI/CE)
7. For Wi-Fi modules, depending on MBO shipment date, either Wave 1 or Wave 2 modules
are installed in the MBO. Both modules and their representative FCC/IC IDs are
represented in the table.
Note:
As information becomes available for other variants, this table will be updated.
WARNING!

Do not go any closer to a live antenna than the compliance boundary. The radio
frequency energy generated by the antenna poses a serious health risk.


WARNING!

If performing installation or maintenance procedures on BTS cables or antennas in an
area closer than the compliance boundary, make sure that all transmitters in this area
are switched off.
Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS compliance boundaries
provides a mapping of each BTS to the associated antennas evaluated to compile the
compliance boundary values. The individual antenna description sections contain gain and
frequency information.
Table 48: Antenna types evaluated to calculate Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS compliance
boundaries
RF Wi-Fi Bluetooth
FW2EHB Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna

FA2EA, FA2NA and FA2QA
(on B3 module)
Omnidirectional antenna
FA2NA (on B7 module)
FW2EHWB Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FA2EA, FA2NA and FA2QA antenna FAWH
(on B3 module)
FW2FIB Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna

(on B2 and B66 modules)
FW2FIWB Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FW2FIWD Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FW2GEB Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna



RF Wi-Fi Bluetooth
FW2GEWB Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FW2GHB Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna

(on B1 module)
FW2GHWB Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

(on B1 module)
FW2HHB Omnidirectional antenna N/A Bluetooth antenna

FA2NA (on B7 modules)
FW2HHWB Omnidirectional antenna Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FA2NA (on B7 modules) antenna FAWH
FW2HIB Omnidirectional antenna N/A Bluetooth antenna

Omnidirectional antennas
(on B66 module)
FW2HIRB Omnidirectional antenna N/A Bluetooth antenna

(on B66 module)
FA2RA (on B46 module)
FW2HIWB Omnidirectional antenna Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

FA2NA (on B7 module) antenna FAWH
(on B66 module)


RF Wi-Fi Bluetooth
FW2QQF PCTEL BOA34006NF-NOK N/A Bluetooth antenna

(FCC Part90Z support on
B48 modules)
FW2QQWF PCTEL BOA34006NF-NOK Omnidirectional Bluetooth antenna

Omnidirectional antenna antenna FAWH
(FCC Part90Z support on
B48 modules)
FW2EHRB Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna

(on B3 module)
FA2RA (on B46 module)
FA2WA
FW2FIRC Omnidirectional antennas N/A Bluetooth antenna

(on B2 module)
FA2RA(on B46 module)
FA2WA
FW2QQH PCTEL BOA34006NF-NOK N/A Bluetooth antenna



10. Flexi Zone BTS Bluetooth Modular Approval
The Bluetooth Module has been certified for integration into the Flexi Zone product by
Nokia under the following approvals stated herein.
FCC/IC Bluetooth Modular Approval

US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC) bluetooth
approval for Flexi Zone Micro platforms
Table 49: Bluetooth module IDs
FCC ID IC ID
2AD8UNBTM01 109D-NBTMO1
The Bluetooth Module has been certified for integration into the Flexi Zone product by
Nokia under the following conditions:
1. The antenna(s) must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is
maintained between the radiator (antenna) and all persons at all times.
2. Since the transmitter module is co-located and operating in conjunction with another
antenna or transmitter, additional compliance requirements required with this module
installed (if any) may be found in the FCC/IC grants for this product.
Japan Telec B Modular Approval

Japan Telec B bluetooth approval for Flexi Zone Micro platforms
The Bluetooth Module in this product is approved for placement in the Japanese market.


11. Standards compliance
11.1 Australia compliance

Flexi Zone BTS compliance with Australian ACMA standards
Certain Flexi Zone BTS models comply with the requirements of the relevant Australian
Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Standards made under the
Radiocommunications Act 1992 and the Telecommunications Act 1997. These can be
identified by the ACMA regulatory compliance symbol on the product label of those BTS
variants:
Figure 213: ACMA regulatory compliance mark
11.2 Brazil compliance

Description of compliance with Brazil regulations
Certain Flexi Zone BTS models covered in this document comply with Brazil Anatel
requirements.
As part of Brazil Anatel requirements, the following statement is included in this document:
The Flexi Zone BTS variants that comply with Brazil Anatel requirements will also include the
Brazil Anatel label when applicable:


Figure 214: Brazil Anatel label
Note:
The actual registration number below the symbol will vary.
11.3 European Union compliance

Description of compliance with EU regulations
11.3.1 CE Marking
The equipment described in this document faithfully complies with either:
The relevant provisions of the European Union R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC for some
products shipped prior to June 30, 2017, (see Figure: CE marking (EU R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC)),
or
European Union Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU for some current products
and all products shipped after June 30, 2017, (see Figure: CE marking (EU RED
2014/53/EU)).
Figure 215: CE marking (EU R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC)
Hereby, Nokia declares that one or more of these Base Stations is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive: 1999/5/EC.


Figure 216: CE marking (EU RED 2014/53/EU)
Hereby, Nokia declares that one or more of these Base Stations is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive: 2014/53/EU.
The Declaration of Conformity is provided to customers with other technical documents

upon request and is accessible from https://online.networks.nokia.com to authorized
users.
11.3.2 RED 2014/53/EU Article 10 compliance

Compliance with Article 10.2 and 10.10 of European Union Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
2014/53/EU:
Licensed Band:
This requirement is not valid for B-to-B products, such as Base Stations.
Operators must always apply band license from the local regulator before starting
commercial network usage.
Unlicensed Band:
If equipped, the 5 GHz WLAN band of this product is restricted from operating within
bands 5150 to 5350 MHz except when installed indoors.
This equipment is restricted by firmware to operate on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz in European
Union, frequency range and limited e.i.r.p as below:
Frequency Range Limited e.i.r.p
2.4000~2.4735 GHz 100 mW
5.150~5.250 GHz 200 mW
5.250~5.350 GHz 200 mW
5.470~5.725 GHz 1W
5.725~5.850 GHz 4W
RED 2014/53/EU requires that for products which could potentially have an issue with a
non-harmonized frequency in a specific EU country, the product documentation must list
the restrictions, and the packaging must carry a label reflecting that country’s code.


Figure 217: Label example for a BTS carrying a non-harmonized frequency restriction
11.4 Canada ISED RSS-GEN compliance CAN ICES-3(B)/

NMB-3(B)
Note:
Industry Canada has been renamed Innovation, Science, and Economic Development
Canada (ISED) following the issue of RSP-100 Issue 11 and DC-01 Issue 6. Equipment
certifications previously issued by Industry Canada remain valid and do not require
updating. Meaning you may see the names used interchangeably in documentation.
Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTS (ISED)

The following statement is applicable to Flexi Zone MBO Micro BTSs which have Innovation,
Science and Economic Development (ISED) approval:
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
The same text in French:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.


2. L'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Section 7.1.2 of RSS-GEN

The FW2RMBOM1 Band 46 LAA RF Module have been approved by Innovation, Science and
Economic Development (ISED) to operate with the antenna types listed below with the
maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type
indicated.
Table 50: Antennas under FW2RMBOM1 Band 46 LAA RF Module approved by ISED
Antenna name Frequency range Antenna type Brand Gain (dBi)

(MHz)
FA2RD 5150 - 5850 Omni Nokia 10
FA2RA 5150 - 5850 Omni Nokia 7
FA2WA 5150 - 5925 Directional Nokia 6
Note:
For FA2RD, the ISED TPC restrictions in the UNII-2 band prevent the use of antennas
with a gain greater than 7dBi.
Under ISED regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type
and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by ISED. To reduce potential
radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successful communication.
Les FW2RMBOM1 B: et 46 LAA RF Module ont été approuvé par ISED à fonctionner avec les
types d'antennes énumérés cidessous avec le gain maximum admissible et impédance
d'antenne requis pour chaque type d'antenne indiqué.
Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec les antennes énumérées ci-dessous:


Table 51: Antennes avec FW2RMBOM1 B: et 46 LAA RF Module approuvé par ISED

(MHz)
Note:
Pour FA2RD, les restrictions de densité ISED TPC dans la bande UNII-2 empêchent
l’utilisation d’antennes ayant un gain supérieur à 7dBi.
En vertu de la réglementation d'ISED, cet émetteur radio peut fonctionner seulement en

utilisant une antenne du type et du gain maximum (ou moins) approuvé pour un émetteur
par ISED. Pour réduire les interférences radio potentielles aux autres utilisateurs, le type
d'antenne et son gain devrait être choisie pour que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne soit pas plus que ce qui est nécessaire pour une communication
réussie.
Section 7.1.3 of RSS-GEN

This device complies with RSS-247 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. this device does not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that can cause
undesired operation.
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii) the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and
5470-5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;
(iii) the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be
such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and
non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and
(iv) the worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask


requirement set forth in Section 6.2.2(3) shall be clearly indicated.
(v) Users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e.
priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars
could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-247 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et

2. ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de
provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
(i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement
pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux
systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;
(ii) le gain maximal d'antenne permis pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes de 5250 à 5
350 MHz et de 5470 à 5725 MHz doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e;
(iii) le gain maximal d'antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5 725 à 5 850
MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e. spécifiée pour l'exploitation point à point et
l'exploitation non point à point, selon le cas;
(iv) les pires angles d'inclinaison nécessaires pour rester conforme à l'exigence de la
p.i.r.e. applicable au masque d'élévation, et énoncée à la section 6.2.2 3), doivent être
clairement indiqués.
(v) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute
puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu'ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes
5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou
des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.
11.5 United States FCC Part 15 compliance
11.5.1 United States FCC Part 15 compliance - Flexi Zone

Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS
Flexi Zone Outdoor Mini-Macro BTS United States FCC Part 15 compliance


RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65)
To comply with FCC/IC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, this
transmitter should only be used or installed at locations where the separation distances
between the antenna(s) and all persons are maintained as defined in .
Flexi Zone small cell BTSs developed for installation and use within the United States are
compliant with the cited standards at every point outside the FINAL boundary (CB) when the
Flexi Zone BTS is deployed with Nokia-provided antennas connected directly to the Flexi
Zone BTS RF ports.
The antenna types and gain actually configured on the product determine the minimum safe
distance. Consult site engineering plan for any other configurations using different LTE
antennas. Provisions must be taken to guarantee that no public access is possible to regions
within the compliance boundaries.
Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
Warning (Part 15.21)

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement (Part 15.105 (b))

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user


is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
11.5.2 United States FCC Part 15 compliance - Flexi Zone

Multiband Outdoor BTS
RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65)

To comply with FCC/IC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, this
transmitter should only be used or installed at locations where the separation distances
between the antenna(s) and all persons are maintained as defined in Installing Flexi Zone
Multiband Outdoor Micro base stations to ensure installer safety.
Flexi Zone small cell BTSs developed for installation and use within the United States are
compliant with the cited standards at every point outside the FINAL boundary (CB) when the
Flexi Zone BTS is deployed with Nokia-provided antennas connected directly to the Flexi
Zone BTS RF ports.
The antenna types and gain actually configured on the product determine the minimum safe
distance. Consult site engineering plan for any other configurations using different LTE
antennas. Provisions must be taken to guarantee that no public access is possible to regions
within the compliance boundaries.
Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause


Warning (Part 15.21)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement (Part 15.105 (b))

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note:
The antenna(s) in Approved antennas for MBO variants equipped with LAA B46 RF
Modules have been tested in compliance with FCC Rule Part 15 requirements and are
approved for use with this product. If antennas cover multiple bands, only the
pertinent unlicensed band antenna information is shown.
Table 52: Approved antennas for MBO variants equipped with LAA B46 RF Modules

(MHz)


Note:
For FA2RD, FCC / ISED TPC restrictions in the UNII-2 band prevent the use of any
antenna with greater than 7dBi gain.
Note:
As information becomes available for other approved antenna variants or

installations, this table will be updated.

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