Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNodeB User Guide

June 17, 2024
Baicells

Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNodeB

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Specifications

  • Product Name: Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNB
  • LEDs & Interfaces:
    • PWR LED Color Status: Steady on Green when power is on, OFF when no power supply
    • ACT LED Color Status: Steady on Green when the cell is activated, OFF when the cell is not activated
    • RUN LED Color Status: Fast flash (0.125s on, 0.125s off) Green when the board is loading, Slow flash (1s on, 1s off) when the board is normal
    • ALM LED Color Status: Steady on Red when there is a hardware alarm, OFF when there is no alarm
    • Interfaces:
    • PWR: Power supply -48VDC (-60V to -42V)
    • GPS: Port for optional external Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna, N-female connector
    • ANT0: Port for external RF antenna 0, N-female connector
    • ANT1: Port for external RF antenna 1, N-female connector
    • ANT2: Port for external RF antenna 2, N-female connector
    • ANT3: Port for external RF antenna 3, N-female connector
    • OPT: Optical backhaul interface for connecting to external transmission network and used for data backhaul
    • ETH: RJ-45 interface, used for debugging or data backhaul

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Install GPS Antenna

  1. Locate the port labeled “GPS” on the eNB.
  2. Connect an optional external GPS antenna to the N-female connector on the eNB.

Step 2: Power On & Check LEDs

  1. Connect the power cable to the power supply (-48VDC).
  2. Plug the power cable into a power source.
  3. Check the LEDs on the eNB:
    • PWR LED should be steady on green, indicating power is on.
    • ACT LED should be steady on green, indicating the cell is activated.
    • RUN LED should be flashing (fast or slow), indicating the board status.
    • ALM LED should be steady on red if there is a hardware alarm.

Step 3: Check eNB Status in Software

  1. Open a web browser and enter the following address: http://192.168.150.1
  2. Login to the Base Station GUI using the default credentials (admin/admin).
  3. Navigate to BTS Info > Status Info > Cell Status. The status should be “Active”.
  4. If you have an OMC account, you can also login to https://cloudcore.cloudapp.net/cloudcore/ and check the eNB status under eNB > Monitor > Active Status.

Step 4: Install eNB on Pole or Wall

  1. Select a suitable location for installing the eNB.
  2. If installing on a pole, ensure the pole diameter is between 1.6 to 3.9 inches (40 to 100 mm).
  3. Securely mount the eNB on the pole or wall using appropriate mounting hardware.

Step 5: Connect GPS, RF, Optical Fiber, & Ethernet Cables

  1. Locate the corresponding ports on the eNB:
    • GPS: Port for GPS antenna
    • ANT0, ANT1, ANT2, ANT3: Ports for RF antennas
    • OPT: Optical backhaul interface
    • ETH: RJ-45 interface for Ethernet cable
  2. Connect the appropriate cables to their respective ports.

Step 6: Connect Power & Grounding

  1. Connect the power cable to the eNB’s power input port.
  2. Connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply (-48VDC).
  3. Ensure proper grounding by connecting the ground cable to the eNB and a suitable grounding point.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find more detailed installation instructions?

A: For more detailed installation instructions, please refer to the Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNB Installation Guide available on the Baicells website.

Q: How do I configure the Nova-436 eNB for dual carrier (split sector) mode?

A: To configure the Nova-436 eNB for dual carrier mode, please refer to the Baicells Dual Carrier Configuration Quick Guide.

Q: Which antennas are used in dual carrier mode?

A: In dual carrier mode, Cell 1 uses ANT2 and ANT3, and Cell 2 uses ANT0 and ANT1.

Q: How can I contact Baicells for support?

A: You can contact Baicells support through the following channels:

May 2018 Version 1.2

Introduction

This quick start guide is intended for experienced installers. It provides high-level milestones for installing the Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNodeB. For more details, please refer to the Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNB Installation Guide on the website. If you will be setting up the Nova-436 for dual carrier (split mode) operation, please also refer to the Baicells Dual Carrier Configuration Quick Guide.

Check and Prepare

  • 1 Nova-436 eNodeB unit
  • 1 90V to 305V AC to 48V DC power adaptor
  • 1 two-wire green power terminal
  • 1 American standard power plug
  • 2 SFP optical modules
  • 1 GPS antenna assembly kit (including fixing accessories, M414 screw 2, 1 GPS jumper cable)
  • 1 assembled installation bracket kit (assembled: 1 bracket, omega4, M10160 outer hex bolt 4, M10 flat gasket4, M10 spring gasket4, M10 nut4; individual: M10 flat gasket6, M10 spring gasket6, M10 nut6, M880 expansion bolt *2)
  • 6 cold shrink tubes
  • 2 ground terminals
Item Description
Power cable < AWG16, e.g., AWG14
RF antenna cable 50 ohm feeder
RF antenna* Omni or directional
Optical fiber Single mode optical fiber
Ethernet cable Outdoor CAT6

Shorter than 330 feet (100 meters)

Ground cable| 16mm² diameter yellow-green wire

*When the eNB is operating in dual carrier mode, Cell 1 uses ANT2 and ANT3 and Cell 2 uses ANT0 and ANT1.

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Overview

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LEDs & Interfaces

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LED Color Status Description

PWR

| ****

Green

| Steady on| Power is on
OFF| No power supply


ACT

| ****

Green

| Steady on| The cell is activated
OFF| The cell is not activated



RUN

| ****


Green

| Fast flash: 0.125s on, 0.125s off| The board is loading
Slow flash: 1s on, 1s off| The board is normal
OFF| No power input, or board fault


ALM

| ****

Red

| Steady on| Hardware alarm, e.g., VSWR alarm
OFF| No alarm
Interface| Description
---|---
PWR| Power supply: -48VDC (-60V to -42V)
GPS| Port for optional external Global Positioning System (GPS)

antenna, N-female connector

ANT0| Port for external RF antenna 0, N-female connector
ANT1| Port for external RF antenna 1, N-female connector
ANT2| Port for external RF antenna 2, N-female connector
ANT3| Port for external RF antenna 3, N-female connector
OPT| Optical backhaul interface for connecting to external

transmission network and used for data backhaul

ETH| RJ-45 interface, used for debugging or data backhaul

Install GPS Antenna

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Install eNB on Pole or Wall

Pole diameter: 1.6 to 3.9 inches (40 to 100 mm)

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Connect GPS, RF, Optical Fiber, & Ethernet Cables
Open eNB wiring cavity; use cold shrink tubes

Connect Power & Grounding

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Install

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Power On & Check LEDs

Check eNB Status in Software

  • Base Station GUI login – http://192.168.150.1 (admin/admin), BTS Info > Status Info > Cell Status = Active
  • OMC login – https://cloudcore.cloudapp.net/cloudcore/ (your email address/your password), eNB > Monitor > Active Status
  • NOTE: Please refer to the Baicells Dual Carrier Configuration Quick Guide for configuration differences when planning to operate the Nova-436 eNB in dual carrier (split sector) mode.

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