Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNodeB User Guide

Baicells Nova-436 Outdoor 4x1W TDD eNodeB

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:

• China:
  • Address: 3F, Bldg. A, No. 1 Kai Tuo Rd, Haidian Dist, Beijing, China
  • Phone: +86-10-62607100
  • Email: contact@Baicells.com
  • Website: www.Baicells.com
• North America:
  • Address: 555 Republic Dr., #200, Plano, TX 75074, USA
  • Phone: +1-888-502-5585
  • Email: sales_na@Baicells.com or support_na@Baicells.com
  • Website: https://na.Baicells.com

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

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.

Overview

LEDs & Interfaces

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

Install eNB on Pole or Wall

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

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

Connect Power & Grounding

Install

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.

©2017 Baicells Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Baicells, Baicells Technology, and the Baicells logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Baicells Technology, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

Address: 3F, Bldg. A, No. 1 Kai Tuo Rd, Haidian Dist, Beijing,

China

| Address: 555 Republic Dr., #200, Plano, TX 75074, USA
Phone: +86-10-62607100| Phone: +1-888-502-5585
E-mail: contact@Baicells.com| Email: sales_na@Baicells.com or support_na@Baicells.com
Website: www.Baicells.com| Website: https://na.Baicells.com

References

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