Honeywell Channelized Digital Class A and Class B Bi-Directional Amplifiers Owner’s Manual

Honeywell Channelized Digital Class A and Class B Bi-Directional

Amplifiers

The Digital BDA offers superior channel selective (Class A) or band-selective (Class B) amplification to be used in ERCES applications.

GENERAL

Honeywell offers all of the following components required for the design and installation of the Emergency Radio Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES):

• signal boosters/ Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDA)
• Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) antennas
• coaxial cable
• connectors and lightning arrestors
• batteries and battery enclosures
• design services and training
• donor antennas
• power dividers and hybrid couplers

SIGNAL BOOSTERS/BI-DIRECTIONAL AMPLIFIERS (BDA)

Honeywell Channelized Digital Class A and Class B BDAs are high-gain, high- power channel selective (Class A) or band-selective (Class B) signal boosters/bi- directional amplifiers that can be designed and customized to meet all public safety frequency band ranges in ERCES applications. It is intended to provide reliable two-way radio signal coverage inside buildings, tunnels and other structures. The state-of-the-art DSP-based filter design, combined with our industry leading, band-pass duplexer filters, deliver a reliable performance in even the most challenging RF environments. The product delivers high RF power with 5W rated amplifiers, while simultaneously, maintaining the industry leading, power efficiency and reliability. The innovative design delivers superior reliability and excellent performance in a small, lightweight, and economical package. The inclusive design includes the following features:

• NFPA, IFC and UL® compliant supervisory interfaces
• AC power supply
• Battery Charger and Dedicated Annunciator Panel.
• Honeywell Channel and Band Selective, DSP Programmable Class A, Class B BDAs and power supplies

The DSP programmable Class A, Class B BDAs and power supplies are designed to meet and exceed the published UL 2524 2nd Edition standard requirements (UL 2524 2nd Edition listing pending) for In-building 2-Way Emergency Radio Communication Enhancement Systems, NFPA and IBC/IFC standards compliance.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Support for public safety frequency bands, various Channel and Band Selective, DSP Programmable models available for the following:
  • Class A, UHF (406.1 – 512MHz): HON-BDA400-D5-1A
  • Class B, UHF (406.1 – 512MHz): HON-BDA400-D5-1B
  • Class A, 800MHz: HON-BDA800-D5-1A
  • Class B, 800MHz: HON-BDA800-D5-1B
  • Class A, 700MHz and 800MHz Dual Band: HON-BDA7800-D5-2A
  • Class B, 700MHz and 800MHz Dual Band: HON-BDA7800-D5-2B
• Lower Total Cost of Ownership
  • High Power 5W (37dBm) Amplifiers with 10W (40dBm) Combined Downlink Power on 700/800 MHz Dual band models
  • High Gain: (92dB Typ)
  • 32-Channel Capacity (64 Channels with 700/800 MHz Dual band model)
• Excellent RF Performance
  • -hannel Selective Class A Filters (12.5 or 25KHz)
  • Band Selective Class B (500KHz, 250KHz, 150KHz, 25KHz or 12.5KHz)
  • Low Processing Delay (12usec.) Filter Options
  • High Selectivity Filter Options
  • State-of-the-art DSP FPGA Digital Filter Design with programmable frequencies, selectivity and delay
• High Reliability
  • Low Noise Figure
  • Uplink Noise Squelch: Completely eliminates uplink noise from the BDA by shutting off the uplink amplifier, while it is idle achieving no transmissions from within the building and eliminating the risk of interrupting the public safety radio network
  • Oscillation Suppression Function built-in prevents amplifier feedback and oscillations
  • 3-year warranty (excluding battery)
• NFPA, IFC Code Compliance
  • Supervisory Interfaces, NFPA-Compliant: Alarm relay outputs used for the fire alarm panel connection to monitor the BDA Includes a supervised, dedicated annunciator panel
  • Built-In Control Panel with Status Indications and Trouble Logs
  • High Efficiency Power Supply with a Choice of 12- 48Hr Battery Backup
  • NEMA-4 Rated Enclosures, Watertight Design
• High-Efficiency Power Supply with a Choice of 12- 48Hr Battery Backup
  • PSU unit includes Power Supply, Charger, Battery Backup and Supervision
  • High Efficiency (>90%)
  • Fully Supervised
  • Redundant AC Power Supplies
  • Smart Battery Charger with Battery Supervision
  • Built-in Control Panel with LED Status Indication

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Table 1 lists the electrical specifications for each Honeywell BDA models.

Specification| HON -BDA400-D5- 1A| HON -BDA400-D5- 1B| HON -BDA800-D5- 1A| HON -BDA800-D5- 1B| HON -BDA7800-D5- 2A| HON -BDA7800-D5-2B
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Frequency Range (MHz)| DL: 406.1-512

UL: 402-512

| DL: 406.1-512

UL: 402-512

| DL: 851-862

UL: 806-817

| DL: 851-862

UL: 806-817

| UL1: 799-805

UL2: 806-817

DL1: 769-775

DL2: 851-862

| UL1: 799-805

UL2: 806-817

DL1: 769-775

DL2: 851-862

FCC ID| 2AHPSB400M3A| 2AHPSB400M3B| 2AHPSB800M3A| 2AHPSB800M3B| 2AHVPSB7800M3A| 2AHVPSB7800M3B
Amplifier Composite RF Output Power dBm (W), Max.*1| DL: 37dBm (5W) UL: 37dBm (5W)| DL: 37dBm (5W) UL: 37dBm (5W)| DL: 37dBm (5W) UL: 37dBm (5W)| DL: 37dBm (5W) UL: 37dBm (5W)| DL: 40dBm (10W)

Combined 700+800MHz UL: 37dBm (5W)

| DL:40dBm (10W)

Combined 700+800MHz UL: 37dBm (5W)

Duplexer Insertion Loss dB (typ.)| 2.5–6 dB| 2.5–6 dB| <2.5dB| <2.5dB| <2.1dB| <2.1dB
Gain and Power Ripple within the rated Pass- band dB (typ.)| <3dB| <3dB| <3dB| <3dB| <3dB| <3dB
Selectable Channel Bandwidth for Each Channel (kHz)| 12.5, 25| 12.5, 25, 150,

250, 500

| 12.5, 25| 12.5, 25, 150,

250, 500

| 12.5, 25| 12.5, 25, 150,

250, 500

Channel Filter Capacity (Downlink + Uplink)| 32 + 32| 32 + 32| 32 + 32| 32 + 32| 64 + 64| 64 + 64
Selectable Channel Fil- ter Latency / Group Delay Per Channel (usec.)| 12, 20, 48| 12, 20, 48| 12, 20, 48| 12, 20, 48| 12, 20, 48| 12, 20, 48
Maximum System Gain (typ.) dB| 92| 92| 92| 92| 92| 92
Gain Adjustment Atten- uation Range in 1dB Steps (dB)| 0-35| 0-35| 0-35| 0-35| 0-35| 0-35
Power Adjustment Range 1dB Steps(dB)| 0-15| 0-15| 0-15| 0-15| 0-15| 0-15
Intermodulation (IM3)| <-15dBm| <-15dBm| <-15dBm| <-15dBm| <-15dBm| <-15dBm
Amplifier Noise Figure| <4dB| <4dB| <4dB| <4dB| <4dB| <4dB
Maximum RF Power Input for Rated IM3| -20dBm| -20dBm| -20dBm| -20dBm| -20dBm| -20dBm
Absolute Maximum Input Power| 0dBm| 0dBm| 0dBm| 0dBm| 0dBm| 0dBm
Impedance W| 50| 50| 50| 50| 50| 50
RF Connector Type| N-Female| N-Female| N-Female| N-Female| N-Female| N-Female
Supply Voltage VDC| 28.5V DC| 28.5V DC| 28.5V DC| 28.5V DC| 28.5V DC| 28.5V DC
Power Consumption Under Maximum Load| <90W| <90W| <90W| <90W| <150W| <150W
Warning: These devices are NOT CONSUMER devices. The devices are designed for installation by FCC LICENSEES and QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to operate this device. You MUST register Class B signal boosters (as defined in 47 CFR 90.219) online at www.fcc.gov/signal-boosters/registration. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the Manufacturer, responsible for compliance, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

MECHANICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

Table 2 lists the mechanical and environmental specifications for each BDA model.

Specification| HON -BDA400-D5-1A| HON -BDA400-D5-1B| HON -BDA800-D5-1A| HON -BDA800-D5-1B| HON -BDA7800-D5-2A| HON -BDA7800-D5-2B
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Enclosure Environmental Rating| NEMA-4 (Type-4)| NEMA-4 (Type-4)| NEMA-4 (Type-4)| NEMA-4 (Type-4)| NEMA-4

(Type-4)

| NEMA-4 (Type-4)
Dimensions (WxDxH)| 23.23”x8.32” x24”| 23.23”x8.32” x24”| 23.23”x8.32” x24”| 23.23”x8.32” x24”| 23.23”x8.32” x25.4”| 23.23”x8.32” x25.4”
Weight (With Duplexers) Typ. (lbs)| <59| <59| <59| <59| <59| <59
Enclosure Color| Red (RAL3000)| Red (RAL3000)| Red (RAL3000)| Red (RAL3000)| Red (RAL3000)| Red (RAL3000)
Operating Temperature

°F (°C)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

| -22 to +140

(-30 to +60)

Recommended Operating Environment Temperature

°F (°C)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

| -14 to +86

(-10 to +30)

PSU (BDA-EPSU-300A-ASSY) Technical Specifications:

Table 3 lists the PSU Technical Specifications.

Presence, Temp, MCU PSU Diagnostic, V out, I out
Protection| DC Out and Charger Electronic Current Limiting + ATC Mini Fuse. AC Input Fuse
Operating Temperature| -22 to +140 °F (-30 to +60 °C)
Enclosure Environmental Rating| NEMA-4 (Type-4, Waterproof UL Listed)
Enclosure Dimensions| 24”W x 10”D x 24”H
Weight with PSU, without batteries| 51 lbs.

PSU Connections

Table 4 lists the PSU Connections.

Batteries and Battery Enclosure

• NEMA-4, UL Type-4 Listed Battery Enclosure
• 12V / 75Ah battery, minimum two are required for each BDA.

Donor Antennas

• Installed on the Roof of the building.
• Pointing to the public safety radio repeater site, line of sight not required.
• High gain, high directivity Yagi Antennas for various frequency bands.

DAS Antennas

• Installed in-building based on the design to achieve coverage.
• Fiberglass and Low Profile antennas for various frequency bands.

Coaxial Cable

• Plenum Rated, ½” diameter with low insertion loss.
• Red cable color to differentiate for Public Safety BDA use.

Connectors and Lighting Arrestors

• Various types of connectors, cable jumpers for ½” cable.
• Coaxial surge protector, UL listed.
• Cable jumper and Antenna Sensor / EOL termination for Donor Antenna.

Power Dividers and Hybrid Couplers

• 2/3/4-way power dividers for various frequency bands.
• Directional couplers for various dB and Frequency bands.

Services

• Services for BDA iBwave System Design, Drawings, BOM.
• Services for BDA Training.

illustrates the setup for a typical BDA System Riser

ORDERING INFORMATION

Signal Boosters / Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDA)

• HON-BDA400-D5-1A: Class A, UHF Digital BDA, 406.1–512MHz, 5W, Honeywell
• HON-BDA400-D5-1B: Class B, UHF Digital BDA, 406.1–512MHz, 5W, Honeywell
• HON-BDA800-D5-1A: Class A, 800MHz Digital BDA, 5W, Honeywell
• HON-BDA800-D5-1B: Class B, 800MHz Digital BDA , 5W, Honeywell
• HON-BDA7800-D5-2A: Class A, 700MHz & 800MHz Dual Band Digital BDA, 5W,
• HON-BDA7800-D5-2B: Class B, 700MHz & 800MHz Dual Band Digital BDA, 5W, Honeywell

Batteries and Battery Enclosure

• BDA-EPSU-300A-ASSY: Battery backup / external power supply for BDA, Type-4 certified enclosure.
• BDA-EPSU-300A: External power supply only for BDA, excludes enclosure.
• BDA-ENCL-15UL4: Battery Backup Enclosure assembly only, excludes power supply.
• BDA-BB-75-10: Battery, 12V/75Ah each. (minimum two are required for each BDA/signal booster).

Cable, Connectors, and Lightning Arrestors

• BDA-CABLE-10A-250: 250 ft. Cable, Red Jacket, Imprinted, 1/2″ Corrugated Alum Plenum Air Dielectric, 50 Ohm Coaxial.
• BDA-CABLE-10A-500: 500 ft. Cable-Black Jacket, Imprinted, 1/4” Corrugated Copper Foam Dielectric, 50 Ohm Coaxial.
• BDA-CABLE-15A-250: 250 ft. Cable – Black Jacket, Imprinted, 1/4″ Corrugated Copper Foam Dielectric, 50 Ohm Coaxial.
• BDA-CABLE-15A-500: 500 ft. Cable – Black Jacket, Imprinted, 1/4″ Corrugated Copper Foam Dielectric, 50 Ohm Coaxial.
• BDA-NMC-10: N-Male Connector for 1/2″ cable.
• BDA-NFC-11: N-Female Connector for 1/2″ cable.
• BDA-NMC-40A: N-Male connector for 1/4″ Cable.
• BDA-NFC-41A: N-Female connector for 1/4″ Cable.
• BDA-EOL-10: Antenna Sensor / End of the line termination.
• BDA-JMPRG-10: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM RG58, 18″ long.
• BDA-JMPRG-11: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM RG58, 37″ long.
• BDA-LA-P8AX-6G: Coaxial surge protector, UL listed.
• BDA-JMPRG-12: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM 1/4″ Superflex, Outdoor UV, 48″ long
• BDA-JMPPL-19: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM Plenum, UL Listed Red Cable, 10″ long
• BDA-JMPPL-20: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM Plenum, UL Listed Red Cable, 18″ long
• BDA-JMPPL-21: Coaxial Cable Jumper NM-NM Plenum, UL Listed Red Cable, 37″ long
• BDA-ADP-RA-1: Right Angle N Male to N Female Adapter.
• BDA-GKCK-10: Coaxial Cable Grounding Kit.

Power Dividers and Hybrid Couplers

• BDA-PD2-4588-1: 2-way power divider/combiner, 450-880MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-PD3-4588-1: 3-way power divider/combiner, 450-880MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-PD4-4588-1: 4-way power divider/combiner, 450-880MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-PD2-1552-1: 2-way power divider/combiner,150-520MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-PD3-1552-1: 3-way power divider/combiner,150-520MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-PD4-1552-1: 4-way power divider/combiner,150-520MHz, 50W, Wilkinson type.
• BDA-DC6-3588-1: Directional Coupler 6dB, 350-880MHz
• BDA-DC10-3588-1: Directional Coupler 10dB, 350-880MHz
• BDA-DC15-3588-1: Directional Coupler 15dB, 350-880MHz
• BDA-DC20-3588-1: Directional Coupler 20dB, 350-880MHz

DAS Antennas

• BDA-FA-450470-1: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 450-470MHz
• BDA-FA-465490-1: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 470-490MHz
• BDA-FA-700-1: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 763-805MHz
• BDA-FA-800-1: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 806-869MHz
• BDA-FA-7800-1: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 763-869MHz
• BDA-FA-7800-2: DAS Antenna, Fiberglass 763-869MHz
• BDA-LPA-4502700-1: DAS Antenna, Low Profile, Ultra Broadband, 450-2700MHz
• BDA-LPA-7800-1: DAS Antenna, Low Profile 763-869MHz
• BDA-DP-7800-2: DAS Antenna, Directional Panel 763-869MHz
• BDA-DP-400-2: DAS Antenna, Directional Panel UHF

Donor Antennas

• BDA-DA-450470-1: Donor Antenna, Yagi Directional 450-470MHz
• BDA-DA-465490-1: Donor Antenna, Yagi Directional 470-490MHz
• BDA-DA-800-1: Donor Antenna, Yagi Directional 806-869MHz
• BDA-DA-700-1: Donor Antenna, Yagi Directional 763-805MHz
• BDA-DA-7800-1: Donor Antenna, Yagi Directional 763-869MHz
• BDA-DA-LP582700-1: Donor Antenna, Log-Periodic Directional Broadband 580-2700MHz, High FB Ratio

Services

• BDA-SVC-10: BDA iBwave System Design, Drawings, BOM (Unit Ea.)
• BDA-TRAINING-1DAY: BDA Training, 1 DAY Unit

CHANNELIZED DIGITAL CLASS A AND CLASS B BDA TECHNICAL

AGENCY LISTINGS AND APPROVALS

These listings and approvals apply to the modules specified in this document. In some cases, certain modules or applications may not be listed by certain approval agencies, or listing may be in process. Consult factory for latest listing status.

• NFPA 72 Compliance
• NFPA 1221 Compliance
• IFC Compliance
• FCC Title 47 Part 90
• FCC Title 47 Part 15b

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