SimRush ODU 5G Outdoor Unit Installation Guide

ODU 5G Outdoor Unit
Installation Guide

Warning! this installation requires working at height. Ensure the installation is only completed by a person who is competent at working at height.
Make a note of the serial numbers of all equipment before commencing the installation. Serial numbers are in the format of a long upper-case hexadecimal number prior to the ’/‘  and 3 digits, these are a reference to production dates and not part of the serial number itself and should be disregarded.

Check you have the correct equipment

1. Your SimRush Hardware Base Pack.
   In the example shown below is a “SimRush Pro-WiFi 5G” but this will vary depending on the model you have purchased, check your order and dispatch note. I most  cases it will consist of 2 hardware devices: the external “SimRush ODU” and the internal “SimRush Controller”|
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   SimRush 5G Outdoor Unit – ODU| Mounting kit for SimRush 5G Outdoor Unit – ODU
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   48v 96w power supply for controller| SimRush Pro WiFi – Controller

2. A Self-installation pack containing (colors may vary)
   

3. A live data SIM. This must be active and have a minimum of 2Gb of data for testing.

4. Additional mounting bracketry may be required (e.g. a 2-inch pole) these will need to be purchased separately.

Determine the external location for the SimRush ODU

1. Plan the optimum location for your Outdoor Unit to be placed. The location you choose for your outdoor device can have a huge impact on its performance. To ensure the  best speeds possible ensure:
   The ODU is facing the closest transmitter of your SIM’s carrier.
   Your chosen location is suitable to have a 2-inch pole attached to it, or the surface is durable enough for the 5G ODU to be mounted to it (e.g. Exterior wall)
   Clear line of sight between ODU and transmitter where available. Avoid Buildings, walls, rooflines, metal, and double glazing where possible. Consider signal height,  reflections & obstructions.
   

2. If you have a smartphone you can download the OpenSignal App to identify the direction of the nearest mast with the carrier you are using (You must be using a phone  with the same data carrier as the Sim in the ODU)
   Android – Download the app from Google Play Store “OpenSignal” https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.staircase3.opensignal
   iOS – Download the app from Apple Store “OpenSignal” https://apps.apple.com/us/app/opensignal-speed-test-maps/id598298030

Determine the Internal location for the SimRush Controller and plan the cable run between the external and internal devices

• The SimRush Controller needs to be placed near a power outlet.
• We suggest you locate the SimRush Controller in a living room, office, or other space where you will want to use the WiFi mostly. If you want to extend your WiFi coverage later you can purchase additional SimRush devices to do that.
• Plan the cable route from the ODU to the Controller, the maximum route cannot exceed 40 meters in cable length. For cable runs of 40-90 meters please see our support pages for further information.
• Remember: the cat5e cable will need to pass from the outside of the premises to the inside so you will need to locate or create a suitable entry point into the building for the cat5e cable to pass through. (If you need to drill a hole for the cable to pass through ensure it is 10mm diameter minimum.)

Preparing and mounting the ODU

Warning! the installation requires working at height. Ensure the installation is only completed by a person who is competent working at height.
Step 1: SIM Card Installation
Ensure the unit is powered off and no Ethernet cable is connected to the unit. Unscrew the SIM Card slot cover and remove it.

Place the SIM Card into Slot 1 Ensure SIM is fully inserted into slot 1 Place the SIM card Slot cover back onto the unit and screw it back into place.

Step 2 – Cable Connections
Using the cable gland provided in the 5G ODU Box connect up an 8-pin CAT 5e Ethernet cable, as shown in steps 1-4 below:

Step 3 – Preparation for Pole/Wall Mounting
Connect the M Bracket provided in the 5G ODU box (refer to the 5G ODU QuickStart guide) to the mainframe of the 5G Outdoor unit as per steps 1-5 detailed below:  

Step 1 – Use washers, spring washers, and nuts to attach the M-type bracket to the back of the unit.
Step 2-3 Follow diagram steps 2-3 above to attach the rotating bracket to the main mounting frame using MB Screws, washers, spring washers, and hex nuts. DO NOT tighten the nuts until you adjust the mounting angle in the final step.
Step 4-5 – Follow diagram steps 4-5 above to align the rotating bracket with the M-type bracket, insert the M8 bolt through the holes and use washers, spring washers, and nuts to secure it.

For wall mounting

Step 1 – Ise the four corner holes of the mainframe to mark holes on a wall. Drill four holes in the wall where 5G unit will be mounted
Step 2 – Insert the screw anchors and screws into the holes.

Step 3 – Insert nylon wall plugs into the wall. Use mounting screws to secure the mainframe to the wall through the nylon plugs.

For Pole Mounting:
Place the U-bolt around a pole. Insert the U-bolt into the holes on the mainframe. Use a wrench to secure the mainframe to the pole with the washers, spring washers, and nuts.

Fix External Cable Run

1. Ensure there is a small coil of excess cable remaining near the ODU to create a ‘drip loop’
2. Secure the cable from the end of the drip loop section along/down the building to the external entry point. we recommend fixing the cable every 45cm.
3. Insert the un-terminated end of the cat5e cable through the external entry point and go inside the premises to pull it through.
4. Before securing the last external cable fixing, make sure you have a ‘drip loop’ to prevent water ingress.

Fix Internal Cable Run

1. Attach the pattress box to the wall over the hole where the cat5e cable enters the premises, or if the cabling requirement extends further into the property use standard cable clips to run the cable around the walls to the desired location and enter the Pattress box from the side or base, removing cable entry blanks on the Pattress box as desired.
2. Cut the cable to the desired length, be sure to leave enough cable so that you can strip back the outer sheath without damaging the internal cores.
3. Use the tool-less Keystone Jack to terminate the cable.
4. Attach the shutter with any blanking plates as required to the faceplate.
5. Attach the keystone jack to the shutter
6. Screw faceplate to pattress box attached to the wall to create your new socket.
7. Connect your ethernet patch lead into the new socket.

Connecting the SimRush ODU to the SimRush Controller

1. Connect the ethernet cable to Ethernet Port 10 for ODU1 (5G ODU) far-right port – Highlighted in GREEN

2. Connect the Controller to the power adaptor supplied (48v 2a DC)

3. Connect your PC to the LAN (Highlighted in ORANGE )
   a. Ethernet port 2-8 and SFP
   b. Default wireless is “SimRush-xxxxxx” and the Serial number as the password, e.g AABBCC112233
   i. Serial number is located on the box or back of the controller, all characters before the “/123”

4. To make changes to the LAN address or Wireless settings, please visit CPanel: https://portal.simrush.com/

5. (OPTIONAL) Connect your alternative broadband to utilize the built-in Load-Balancing feature, connect Ethernet Port 1 (Highlighted in RED ) to your alternative broadband network. Please ensure your alternative broadband router is providing the following network via DHCP: Gateway: 192.168.1.1, Subnet: 255.255.255.0
   

6. Browse to freeclix.speedtest.net and conduct a speed test to confirm everything is working as it should be

Align the ODU

The directional antenna in the SimRush 5G ODU is highly sensitive and minor adjustments in its position can make a huge impact on its performance. To assist in selecting the fine optimal alignment of the direction of the SimRush ODU once you have both the 5G ODU and controller in place, please call our support engineers who can then work with you to fine align your 5G Outdoor unit.
Please note this may involve going up and down a ladder to return to the positioned 5G ODU to make any adjustments required.

Complete the Install
External: Fill the external opening of the drill hole with Silicone and add an external weather cover. Tidy any excess cable into a drip loop as shown and secure to the wall with cable clips.

Troubleshooting

For any troubleshooting, or queries please phone 0330 056 3110 and select option 2.

Notes
To ensure your hardware warranty remains valid:

1. Only use cat5e external grade cable provided.
2. Always create drip loops as shown in the instructions to prevent water ingress.
3. If you need to replace RJ45 plugs for any reason, ensure they are NOT booted.
4. Login to SimRush CPanel and ensure your hardware is registered. Don’t have a login? Ask your supplier.
5. Register your devices on the SimRush website https://www.simrush.com/register-hardware/
6. Do Not use the reset button on the 5G Outdoor Unit. If the reset button is used on the 5G hardware the system will lose all of its bespoke configurations and will be dropped from our network. If the reset button is pressed the hardware will have to be removed and returned to our office for re-programming and this will be chargeable.

References

• Speedtest by Ookla - The Global Broadband Speed Test
• SimRush Login
• Hardware Registration | SimRush

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