Remote Electrical Tilt System

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1 I 1 Remote Electrical Tilt System Overview of Related Products, Installation and Control Possibilities MOBILE COMMUNICATION

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3 Remote Electrical Tilt I General Information I 3 Remote Electrical Tilt System Time is money, and setting up a mobile site takes time. So why not cut set-up time by using Kathrein s optimised products? Kathrein s RET products such as the FlexRET and RFID-RCU guarantee quick and easy set-up through automatic antenna configuration. As an added benefit, they minimise potential RET installation errors. Kathrein's RET control devices make initial configuration and targeted optimisation much easier. What s more, the Kathrein GPS Azimuth Adjustment Tool allows fast and precise azimuth adjustment of the antennas on site.

4 4 I Remote Electrical Tilt I General Information Why not make life easier with the FlexRET and RFID-RCU? FlexRET Module Modern mobile communication networks often provide the pos- The FlexRET unit provides one AISG input and one output. sibility of controlling the electrical downtilt of antennas remotely. Only one AISG cable is needed for control. Of course, FlexRET As a result, most antennas need to be equipped with Remote antennas can also be deployed in daisy chain configuration with Control Units (RCUs) in order to be able to change the downtilt further FlexRET antennas and/or external RCUs. without the need to physically access the sites. For site/antenna sharing purposes, special Site Sharing AdapNot only do these RCUs need to be installed, they also need to ters (type number /55) can be used. With these de- be configured in accordance with the connected antenna. This vices, up to three respectively six different BTS or operators can results in an additional amount of time spent on site and a pos- be interconnected to one common FlexRET antenna. Further sible source of human error. configuration details are given on pages In order to make the whole installation process easier, Kathrein is now offering two new solutions to simplify remote electrical tilting of base station antennas: FlexRET antennas and a RCU with integrated RFID feature. The control unit is integrated into the antenna radome for FlexRET antennas. One FlexRET module is able to control up to six antenna systems of one antenna, i.e. up to 12 port antennas. The integrated module is pre-configured and calibrated ex-factory. That means all relevant antenna data is already stored in the FlexRET module and is automatically transferred to the used primary (e.g. Base Station (BTS) or ALC, PCA,...). As a result, this information does not need to be filled in manually during installation. ADVANTAGES Only 1 x AISG in and 1 x AISG out (for daisy chain) Reduction of AISG cables No external RCUs need to be installed Site sharing possibility with the Site Sharing Adapter

5 Remote Electrical Tilt I General Information I 5 All relevant antenna data is stored on this tag, namely the antenna configuration file, the antenna serial number and the antenna model number. After mounting the RCU to the antenna, all data stored on the antenna tag is read by the RCU once the power is switched on. Only specific site information needs to be added manually. The calibration is automatically performed when setting the first tilt value. ADVANTAGES for both innovative devices No additional calibration and antenna type configuration on site necessary Only site-specific information needs to be added Possible configuration and installation errors can be avoided Saving installation time and costs Potential savings of Opex and Capex All antennas with RFID tag will be clearly marked. One marking can be found on the antenna label showing the following symbol: All future Kathrein multi-band antennas will be equipped with the new FlexRET system. Furthermore, Kathrein also provides another innovative solution for all existing antennas with external In addition, the packaging will also be marked with the same RCUs: A RCU with RFID feature, thereby providing RFID-based logo. communication between the antenna and the RCU. Both systems are compliant to AISG 2.0/3GPP (default setting) This upgraded RCU is equipped with an RFID reader. In additi- and AISG 1.1. An up-to-date list of all antennas with RFID spindle on, our portfolio of antennas is successively equipped with RFID is provided on our homepage. tags.

6 6 I Remote Electrical Tilt I General Information RET Components CCU (Central Control Unit) Page 22 Remote Control Unit (RCU) with RFID Feature Page 16 Torque screw driver Page 24 PCA (Portable Control Adapter) Page 23 Lightning protection device Page 25 DC Power and Signal Splitter Page 24 ALC (Antenna Line Configurator) Page 21 Kathrein s overall RET system works in accordance with the AISG (Antenna Interface Standards Group) standard and 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project). Control cable Page 24 Site Sharing Adapter Page Earthing clamp Page 25 OPTIONAL Smart Bias Tee AISG-DTMA (Double Tower Mounted Amplifier) Page 26-27

7 Remote Electrical Tilt I General Information I 7 Kathrein s RET System Already Used and Installed All Over the World UMTS site of a German operator at the Oktoberfest in Munich with Kathrein s RET system. Multi-system configuration site with Kathrein quad-band antenna and RCUs. Antenna site for LTE 800 and UMTS 2100 with two Kathrein dual-band antennas and RCUs for each system.

8 8 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Control Devices Devices for Controlling the RET System Antenna Line Configurator The antenna line configurator is a stand-alone device for the configuration and control of AISG antenna line products such as Kathrein s RET system. For operation, no external power supply and no PC or laptop are required. The Antenna Line Configurator is designed for on-site use and has a touchscreen display which is sunlight visible. Its size is only 265 x 102 x 37 mm and it has an extra clip to securely fix it during the site access. A variety of functions can be controlled with the Antenna Line Configurator: Scan for AISG devices Select and configure the scanned devices (e.g. adjust the downtilt of the antenna) Documentation and protocolling of antenna installation parameters in a report file Update the software of the used antenna line devices such as RCUs, FlexRET antennas, DTMAs Check and store the mechanical downtilt of the antenna with the internal tilt sensor All complex functions and data which need more storage can be transferred via WiFi to an arbitrary mobile device such as a PDA, smartphone or laptop. An USB connection between the Antenna Line Configurator and a laptop is also possible. The mobile device does not need special software, a standard webbrowser is sufficient. With one single Antenna Line Configurator, up to nine RET devices, i. e. FlexRET antennas, external RCUs or a combination of both can be controlled, depending on the system configuration and the length of the control cable. Antenna Line Configurator

9 Remote Electrical Tilt I Control Devices I 9 Portable Control Adapter (PCA) Central Control Unit (CCU) The PCA is a portable controller for the on-site configuration of The Central Control Unit (CCU) is a base-station integrated de- ASIG antenna line devices, such as DTMAs, RCUs or FlexRET vice to control antenna line devices such as RCUs, FlexRET an- antennas. This product is designed for mobile applications to be tennas and DTMAs. In order to cover all required applications, used by installers or maintenance staff with temporary access to the CCU can be accessed from the Operational Maintenance the antenna site. Mainly, the PCA is used for the configuration of Center (OMC) via the Ethernet input and/or directly on-site AISG devices directly after the installation. through a PC via the RS 232 input. The PCA consists of a small control box and Windows-based For the control via a PC, the CCU can be operated with a stan- software to be installed on a laptop. The control box with dard browser which means no additional software is required. dimensions of 40 x 95 x 160 mm (H x W x D) transforms the USB interface into an AISG-conform interface (RS 485 & DC voltage). Up to 27 RET devices (external RCUs or FlexRET antennas) and Together with the supplied software, all functions of the connec- six DTMAs can be controlled via one CCU, depending on cable ted devices can be controlled via a laptop. size and maximum power. Up to 27 RET devices (external RCUs or FlexRET antennas) can be managed using one single PCA. Portable Control Adapter Central Control Unit

10 RCU Antenna with external RCU or FlexRET RCU Antenna with external RCU or FlexRET RCU Connection Possibilities for RET Control Devices Antenna with external RCU or FlexRET 10 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Control Devices SBT SBT SBT OMC For the communication between the control devices and the RCU or FlexRET antenna, three different options are possible: CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES 1. Using separate RS 485 cables Depending on the respective application, either a CCU can be 2. U sing two Smart Bias Tees (SBT) in the feeder lines integrated into the base station or a PCA or Antenna Line Confi- 3. V ia a DTMA at the antenna and a Smart Bias Tee at AISG antenna line devices on site. the base station gurator can be used for the local configuration and control of the

11 Remote Electrical Tilt I Installation Instructions I 11 Adjustment of the Antenna s Azimuth Kathrein s GPS Azimuth Adjustment Tool Outdoor tablet The basis for the functionality of a mobile communication network is not only the quality of the used products but also the site planning. If the site planning is not correctly and accurately realised during the initial installation, then this may result in poor network quality and a dissatisfied subscriber base. Therefore, an accurate site installation can be seen as one of the essential issues in order to ensure the best possible subscriber or user experience. One critical parameter during the installation process is the azimuth adjustment of the antennas on site. In order to ensure the correct adjustment, a precise adjustment tool is needed. In addition, the sites are often hard to access, so the efforts involved in the adjustment itself should be kept to a minimum. Kathrein s GPS Azimuth Adjustment Tool offers a very accurate The outdoor tablet is included within the scope of supply and and easy-to-handle adjustment of the antenna s azimuth. It con- provides a special app for the easy documentation of the site sists of a GPS-based measurement tool in combination with a installation. Within the app, not only the mentioned parameters tablet for the adjustment control and site documentation. can be measured, but the whole site information can be documented including photos of the site. A report can also be issued and saved by this app. It is even possible to send the report directly via with an additional SIMcard. Measurements are also graphically and acoustically supported, thereby allowing a hands-free operation of the tablet. GPS Azimuth Adjustment Tool Features Measurable parameters: GPS position Azimuth Mechanical downtilt Othometric height Up to six hours operating time Compact size and limited weight Wireless communication between tool and tablet PC, no cabling necessary The tool can be easily mounted to an arbitrary panel antenna by using different adapter plates or a special mounting belt. It is extendable for best signal reception. Suitable for all mobile panel antennas A separate manual can be found on our homepage describing the use and operation in more detail.

12 12 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Installation Instructions Installation Guidelines FlexRET Antennas Single BTS Operation Operation with Several BTS For RET control of the FlexRET antenna via one base station If the RET control of a FlexRET antenna cannot be handled via (BTS), only one AISG cable (RS 485) needs to be connected one single RET-signal path, the different RET signals need to to the AISG input of the FlexRET module of the antenna. To be interconnected with a Site Sharing Adapter ( /55). achieve this, remove the protection cap on the AISG input which With these Site Sharing Adapters, up to three respectively six is marked by the word in. The control cable needs to be fixed different BTS or operators can be connected to one common with tightening torque of Nm. This can be done by hand FlexRET antenna. or by a special torque screwdriver (type number ). The installation of AISG antenna line devices in between the Site Sharing Adapter and the FlexRET antenna is not possible. After scanning the FlexRET device with the primary (i.e. BTS or If needed, they must be installed prior to the Site Sharing Adap- an adequate control device, such as the Kathrein ALC or PCA), ter. The Site Sharing Adapter can be fixed at the mast with the the following antenna information is automatically read out: included tension band. Attach the AISG cables of the different BTS to the AISG inputs of the Site Sharing Adapter. One control 1. Antenna type number cable then needs to be connected from the AISG output of the 2. Antenna serial number Site Sharing Adapter (marked with FlexRET ) to the AISG input 3. Antenna configuration file of the FlexRET antenna. If an input of the Site Sharing Adapter remains unused, then please do not remove the protection cap. An initial calibration is not necessary since the FlexRET antennas Dependent upon the site installation, the use of the optional are pre-configured and calibrated to the minimum tilt. grounding point of the Site Sharing Adapter may be necessary. Before deploying the Site Sharing Adapter, one initial configurati- RET modes on needs to be performed in order to allocate the corresponding According to 3GPP, the FlexRET antennas can be operated in bands to the respective BTS. SingleRET (default) and MultiRET mode which are switchable. The A configuration file is created by specialised software which mode required is dependent on the mode operated by the BTS. needs to be uploaded to the Site Sharing Adapter by an ade- Any queries related to the mode of operation of the base stati- quate primary. This can be realised directly with the Kathrein on should be directed to the corresponding BTS supplier. The set PCA or by a firmware update routine with any AISG control de- mode has no impact on the operation of the antenna but only on vice (BTS or e.g. ALC). This process is described in more detail the communication between the primary and the FlexRET antenna. in the Site Sharing Adapter manual.

13 Remote Electrical Tilt I Installation Instructions I 13 Daisy Chain Configuration Exchanging the FlexRET Module FlexRET antennas can also be used in daisy chain configuration. All FlexRET antennas are delivered with an integrated RET mo- Remove the protection caps on the AISG input and output of dule. However, this module can be replaced if necessary. To the first antenna which are marked by the words in and out. exchange the module, the two screws (type torx T-20) of the Connect the control cable to the input. Remove the protection existing module need to be released first. cap of the AISG input of the second FlexRET antenna and attach a control cable to interconnect the input with the output of screws the first antenna. Proceed like this for further antennas. Please screws note: Do not remove the protection cap of the AISG output of the last FlexRET module. A combination with external RCUs in daisy chain is also possi- AISG in (male) AISG out (female) ble. Please see the installation instructions for external RCUs for more details. The maximum number of antennas usable in daisy chain is Bottom view of demounted FlexRET module dependent upon the primary, e.g. up to a total number of nine FlexRET antennas and/or external RCUs with the ALC. The module will then slide out until an internal mechanical stop occurs, the module will not fall out by itself. The module can be released by pulling it further. The new module (type no. Please note! ) can then be placed in the slot and the screws need If a Site Sharing Adapter ist used, the max. number of to be tightened with a torque of 3 Nm. FlexRET antennas in daisy chain ist limited to three. A combination with external RCUs is not possible in this case. The antenna information is stored on an internal RFID tag in the FlexRET antenna. The new FlexRET module gets the antenna infrom BTS to first antenna formation stored in the antenna automatically after the power is switched on. It is not necessary to configurate the FlexRET with antenna data manually. Again, only specific information needs to be added. Since the module is not yet set to the required tilt, an initial calibration for each antenna system needs to be performed.

14 14 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Installation Instructions Attaching the External RCU (Remote Control Unit) 1 Twist off the protective cap completely from the antenna. Completely remove the black adjustement wheel by simply 3 Push the attachment nut of the RCU down towards the housing. Place the RCU carefully over the adjustment spindle, ob- pulling it downwards. serving the correct alignment of the RCU with regard to the Check the proper function of the phase shifter over the entire antenna, i.e. the flat surfaces of the attachment fixture on the adjustment range by twisting the adjustment wheel in such a antenna side and those inside the RCU housing must lie flat way, that the spindle moves completely in and out. Reset the downtilt to minimum tilt. against each other. 2 Push up the RCU carefully to the stop at the antenna. 4 Tighten the RCU attachment nut using a torque-wrench (type no ); wrench width = 41 mm min. torque = 15 Nm max. torque = 18 Nm Clean the thread surface. Apply the assembly paste evenly Connect the RCU control cable immediately after attachment onto the full circumference of the thread as illustrated in the of the RCU. The tightening torque for fixing the control cable figure. connector must be Nm. This can be done by hand or by a special torque screwdriver (type no ). For further information please read the "Safety data-sheet" (91/155 EEC), Anti-Seize "High-Tech" Assembly Paste different packing sizes at

15 Remote Electrical Tilt I Installation Instructions I 15 Daisy Chain Configuration RFID Functionality If the RCU and the antenna both have RFID functionality, the antenna details are automatically read out by the corresponding primary: For daisy chain operation, remove the protection cap and attach a control cable to interconnect with the daisy chain input of the 1. Antenna type number subsequent RCU. 2. Antenna serial number 3. Antenna configuration file Please note! Do not remove the protection cap on the daisy chain output of the last RCU device. Please note! To provide the RFID functionality, it is essential that the spindle is kept at minimum tilt before mounting the RCU. AISG in (male) Bottom view of RCU AISG out (female)

16 16 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets Remote Control Unit (RCU) For Kathrein base station antennas with adjustable electrical downtilt and appropriate mechanical interface ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 RFID Feature: Automatic antenna configuration in combination with RFIDspindle antennas Type no V01 Protocols Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Logical interface ex factory 1) 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Input voltage range V (pin 1, pin 6) Power consumption < 1 W (stand by); < 10 W (motor activated) Connectors 2) 3) 2 x 8 pin connector according to IEC ; according to AISG Daisy chain in: male; Daisy chain out: female Hardware interfaces RS 485A/B (pin 5, pin 3); power supply (pin 1, pin 6); DC return (pin 7); according to AISG / 3GPP Fast calibration process The protocol of the logical interface can be switched from AISG 1.1 to 3GPP/AISG 2.0 and vice versa with a vendor specific command. Start-up operation of the RCU VO1 is only possible in a RET system supporting 3GPP/AISG 2.0 1) Adjustment time (full range) 40 sec (typically, depending on antenna type) Adjustment cycles > 50,000 Temperature range -40 C +60 C Protection class IP 24 Lightning protection AISG interface (each pin); 2.5 ka (10/350 µs); 8 ka (8/20 µs) Housing material Profile: Aluminium anodised; cover: Aluminium die cast coated Weight 455 g (0.99 lbs) Packing size 245 x 93 x 102 mm (9.6 x 3.6 x 4 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) x 59.5 x 49.5 mm (7.0 x 2.3 x 1.9 inches) Please contact Kathrein for further information The tightening torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 2) The RCU gets the information stored in the antenna after power on automatically if a corresponding antenna is used. In this case, it is not necessary to configurate the RCU manually 3) Kathrein Installation Set (Type no ) Set consists of three spanners of 27, 32 and 41 mm width 1/2 square actuation according to DIN 3120 Form C 32 mm m 27 mm 41 m 1/2" square actuation according to DIN 3120 Form C These tools are suitable for 7-16 connectors with a wrench size of 27 or 32 mm, and the RCU attachment nut with a wrench size of 41 mm. Tighten nuts within a torque range of Nm depending on connector manufacturers specifications, respectively the RCU nut with a torque range of Nm. Remote Control Unit (RCU)

17 Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets I 17 FlexRET A flexible, integrated solution for adjusting the electrical downtilt of Kathrein FlexRET antennas ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Single RETs or MultiRET displayed Type no Protocols Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Logical interface ex factory 1) 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Operates as Single RETs or MultiRET Ex factory Single RETs Input voltage range V (pin 1, pin 6) Power consumption < 0.5 W (stand by); < 10 W (motor activated) Connectors 2) 2 x 8 pin connector according to IEC ; according to AISG; Daisy chain in: male; Daisy chain out: female Daisy chain feasibility (external RCUs or FlexRET antennas) Pre-configured and pre-calibrated Hardware interfaces RS 485A/B (pin 5, pin 3); power supply (pin 1, pin 6); DC return (pin 7); according to AISG/3GPP Adjustment time (full range) 40 sec (typically, depending on antenna type) Adjustment cycles > 50,000 Temperature range -40 C +60 C Protection class IP 24 (installed) Lightning protection AISG interface (each pin), 2.5 ka (10/350 µs), 8 ka (8/20 µs) Housing material Profile: Aluminium anodised; cover: Aluminium die cast coated Weight 350 g (0.77 lbs) Packing size 245 x 93 x 102 mm (9.6 x 3.6 x 4 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 142 x 71 x 50.4 mm (5.6 x 2.8 x 2 inches) I f the FlexRET of an antenna has to be replaced, the FlexRET gets the information stored in the antenna after power on automatically. It is not necessary to configure the FlexRET manually The protocol of the logical interface can be switched from 3GPP/AISG 2.0 to AISG 1.1 with a vendor specific command. Start-up operation of the FlexRET is only possible in a RET system supporting 3GPP/AISG 2.0 1) Please note: If the primary which controls the FlexRET system does not support the default ex-factory interface setting, then the RCU must be switched to the appropriate standard of the primary before installation. Please contact Kathrein for further information The tightning torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 2) All FlexRET antennas are equipped with this module. The module does not need to be ordered separately.

18 18 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets Site Sharing Adapter 3-way Operate a FlexRET system with up to three independent base stations or operators ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Single RETs or MultiRET displayed Type no Protocols Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Logical interface ex factory 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Input voltage range V (pin 1, pin 6) Power consumption < 3 W (stand by); < 12 W (motor activated) Connectors 1) 4 x 8 pin connector according to IEC ; according to AISG In: male; Out: female Hardware interfaces RS 485A/B (pin 5, pin 3); power supply (pin 1, pin 6); DC return (pin 7); according to AISG/3GPP Temperature range -40 C +60 C Protection class IP 54 (installed) Lightning protection AISG interface (each pin), 2.5 ka (10/350 μs), 8 ka (8/20 μs) Max. cable length (Site Sharing Adapter to last FlexRET antenna) 150 m Housing material Cover: Aluminium die cast coated Weight 650 g (1.4 lbs) Packing size 160 x 250 x 100 mm (6.3 x 9.8 x 3.9 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 123 x 166 x 62 mm (4.8 x 6.5 x 2.4 inches) Selectable arrangement of the antenna s arrays for up to three BTS Possible for up to three FlexRETs (Daisy chain) Please note: The Site Sharing Adapter can exclusively be used with FlexRET antennas. The output of the Site Sharing Adapter needs to be directly connected to the FlexRET antenna. For selecting the arrangement of the antenna arrays, a separate software application is available. The Site Sharing Adapter expands the AISG interface of max. three FlexRETs up to three AISG inter faces for three independent AISG primaries. The assignment of antenna arrays can be configured individually. Stand by power for Site Sharing Adapter and FlexRET system is taken by the BTS with the highest DC input voltage. When the motor is in operation, the electrical power is allocated fairly to the base stations, according to the individual input. The Site Sharing Adapter can not be used in combination with an AISG splitter (e.g ). For the connection of the Site Sharing Adapter and the FlexRETs, a standard AISG cable shall be used. 1) The tightning torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver )

19 Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets I 19 Site Sharing Adapter 6-way Operate a FlexRET system with up to six independent base stations or operators ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Single RETs or MultiRET displayed Type no Protocols Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Logical interface ex factory 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Input voltage range V (pin 1, pin 6) Power consumption < 3 W (stand by); < 12 W (motor activated) Connectors 1) 7 x 8 pin connector according to IEC ; according to AISG In: male; Out: female Hardware interfaces RS 485A/B (pin 5, pin 3); power supply (pin 1, pin 6); DC return (pin 7); according to AISG/3GPP Temperature range -40 C +60 C Protection class IP 54 (installed) Lightning protection AISG interface (each pin), 2.5 ka (10/350 μs), 8 ka (8/20 μs) Max. cable length (Site Sharing Adapter to last FlexRET antenna) 150 m Housing material Cover: Aluminium die cast coated Weight 1350 g (3.0 lbs) Packing size 195 x 360 x 110 mm (7.7 x 14.1 x 4.3 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 156 x 265 x 65 mm (6.1 x 10.4 x 2.6 inches) Selectable arrangement of the antenna s arrays for up to six BTS Possible for up to three FlexRETs (Daisy chain) Please note: The Site Sharing Adapter can exclusively be used with FlexRET antennas. The output of the Site Sharing Adapter needs to be directly connected to the FlexRET antenna. For selecting the arrangement of the antenna arrays, a separate software application is available. The Site Sharing Adapter expands the AISG interface of max. three FlexRETs up to six AISG inter faces for six independent AISG primaries. The assignment of antenna arrays can be configured individually. Stand by power for Site Sharing Adapter and FlexRET system is taken by the BTS with the highest DC input voltage. When the motor is in operation, the electrical power is allocated fairly to the base stations, according to the individual input. The Site Sharing Adapter can not be used in combination with an AISG splitter (e.g ). For the connection of the Site Sharing Adapter and the FlexRETs, a standard AISG cable shall be used. 1) The tightning torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver )

20 20 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets GPS Azimuth Adjustment Tool GPS based azimuth adjustment tool to azimuth base station antennas in the field ADVANTAGES Compatible with all panel antennas Easy to adapt onto an antenna Type no GPS Sensor Specification Compact size Receiver type L1, C/A code, with carrier phase smoothing No cabling necessary Channels Two 12-channel, parallel tracking SBAS tracking 2-channel, parallel tracking Used geodetic system WGS 84 Update rate 10 Hz (10 measurement values per sec.) Horizontal accuracy < 1.0 m 95 % confidence (DGPS ) < 2.5 m 95 % confidence Heading accuracy 2) ± 0.8 Tilt accuracy 3) ± 0.25 Orthometric height accuracy 4) ±1m First start Max 12 min. (primary initialisation of almanac) Cold start < 60 (no almanac or RTC) Warm start < 20 s typical (almanac or RTC) Heading fix < 10 s typical (valid position) Interface W-LAN (802.11); RS 232 (optional) Power supply LiPo-Battery (14.8 V, 2200 mah) Input voltage V DC Power consumption 5 W nominal; 36 W charging mode Protection class IP 54 Operating temperature -10 C to +50 C Storage temperature -10 C to +60 C Charging temperature 0 C to +35 C Certifications FCC; CE Dimensions (H x W x D) 580 (900 deployed) x 116 x 65 mm (22.8 (35.4 deployed) x 4.6 x 2.6 inches) Weight 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view; satellite geometry, ionospheric activity and use of SBAS 1) 1) 2) Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view; satellite geometry, ionospheric activity After calibration 3) Based on a 40 second time constant 4) A specific outdoor tablet is included in the scope of supply.

21 Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets I 21 Antenna Line Configurator (ALC) Stand-alone unit for the configuration and control of antenna line devices ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Battery powered standalone device Type no Connector 1) to RCU/TMA 1 x 8-pin connector according to IEC , female, conforming to AISG RF-connector (SMB male) Input voltage of ALC V DC Display Touchscreen, sunlight visible Tilt sensor Measuring range ± 80, accuracy ± 1 Output voltage to RCUs/ TMA s AISG female pin 6 (24 V DC): AISG female pin 1 (12 V DC): RF male (at 24 V DC): RF male (at 12 V DC): Output power (power supply to RCUs/TMAs) AISG female pin 6 (24 V DC) without load on pin 1 (12 V DC) and on RF-plug: 15 W AISG female Pin 1 (12 V DC) with max. 7.5 W load on pin 6 (24 V DC) and/or on RF plug: 7.5 W Current monitoring measurement level Per branch (12 V, 24 V, RF): ma Over-current protection Per branch (12 V, 24 V, RF): < 1500 ma Interface to RCU/TMA RS 485/power supply/rf connector (SMB male) Protocol to RCU/TMA HDLC hex-coded command set, conforming to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Interface W-LAN (802.11n), USB (1.1 / 2.0) Max. number of RCUs/TMAs 9/1 pcs., depending on system configuration and length of control cable Max. length of control cable 200 m/9 RCUs (in daisy chain configuration) 150 m/6 RCUs (in splitter configuration) Internal memory 380 MB Weight 1 kg (2.2 lbs) Protection class IP 54 Temperature range (operating) C ambient temperature Temperature range (charging) C ambient temperature Dimensions (H x W x D) 265 x 102 x 37 mm (10.4 x 4.0 x 1.5 inches) Packing size 400 x 280 x 85 mm (15.7 x 11.0 x 3.3 inches) Power supply LiPo-battery (14.8 V, > 2000 mah) No additional power supply and software needed Sunlight visible touchscreen display V DC V DC V DC 2) V DC 2) 1) Tightening torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 2) Switchable with software

22 22 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets Central Control Unit (CCU) Base-station integrated unit to control antenna line devices, for indoor use only ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 For integration into the BTS Type no Connectors1) to RCU 3 x 8 pin connector acc. to IEC , female, acc. to AISG Power supply from BTS DC: 48 V/max. 1.7 A, AC: V/ Hz/max. 1.6A Power supply to RCU 3 x +29 V DC/max. 1.7 A (in total) 3 x +13 V DC/max. 3.8 A (in total) Total output power Max. 50 W Interface to RCU and TMA RS 485/power supply Protocol to RCU and TMA HDLC hex-coded command set, acc. to AISG Interface to BTS Ethernet (10 Base-T) and RS 232 Protocols to BTS TCP/IP, PPP, HTTP/HTML, UDP, DHCP, FTP, SNMP, ICMP/PING Alarm interface to BTS 8 x open collector output, user programmable Max. number of RCUs and/or TMAs Up to 27 RCUs in daisy chain and up to 6 DTMAs; depending on cable configuration and max. power Max. length of control cable 200 m (9 RCUs in daisy chain configuration) Temperature range C ambient temperature Packing size 597 mm x 367 mm x 148 mm (23.5 x 14.4 x 5.8 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 19", 1 HU * (43.6 x 483 x 250 mm) Access via ethernet or RS 232 Operable with standard web browser * HU = Height unit The tightning torque for fixing the connector must be Nm ( hand tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 1)

23 Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets I 23 Portable Control Adapter (PCA) Portable controller for the local configuration of antenna line devices ADVANTAGES Compliant to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 For on-site configuration Control via laptop Type no Connector 1) to RCU/TMA 1 x 8-pin connector according to IEC , female, conforming to AISG RF-connector (SMB male) Input voltage of PCA 24 V DC Output voltage to RCUs/TMAs AISG female pin 6 (24 V DC): AISG female pin 1 (12 V DC): RF male (at 24 V DC): RF male (at 12 V DC): 24 V DC ± 10 % 14 V DC ± 7 % 24 V DC ± 10 % 3) 14 V DC ± 7 % 3) Output power (power supply to RCUs/TMAs) AISG female pin 6 (24 V DC) without load on pin 1 (12 V DC) and on RFplug: 60 W, AISG female Pin 1 (12 V DC) with max. 30 W load on pin 6 (24 V DC) and/or on RF plug: 30 W Current monitoring measurement level Per branch (12 V, 24 V, RF): 10-2,500 ma Over-current protection Per branch (12 V, 24 V, RF): < 2,500 ma Interface to RCU/TMA RS 485/power supply/rf connector (SMB male) Protocol to RCU/TMA HDLC hex-coded command set, conforming to AISG 1.1 and 3GPP/AISG 2.0 Interface to PC USB 1.1/2.0 Max. number of RCUs/ TMAs 27/3 pcs., depending on system configuration and length of control cable Max. length of control cable 200 m/9 RCUs (in daisy chain configuration) 150 m/6 RCUs (in splitter configuration) Weight 535 g (1.2 lbs), (incl. external power adapter) Temperature range C ambient temperature Dimensions (H x W x D) 40 x 95 x 160 mm (1.6 x 3.7 x 6.3 inches) External power supply 2) Input: V AC, Hz, 24 V DC/3.0 A 1) Tightening torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 2) I f powered via AISG-interface, no external power supply is required 3) Switchable with software

24 24 I Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets RET Cable for Power Supply and Control For indoor and outdoor use, designed according to ETS , class 4.1E Type no Connectors 2 x 8 pin connector according IEC , female/male Tightening torque for fixing the connectors Nm (the connector should be tightened by hand or by special torque screwdriver) Construction Screen: 1 x twisted pair 100 Ω/1 MHz, 2 x power supply, 1 x ground AWM style I/II A/B Rated current 4 A (power supply) (at 50 C air temperature) Temperature range -40 C to +80 C, (fixed position) Protection class IP 67 (connected) Cable diameter 8 mm Flammability VL 1581 VW-1, CS FT 1 Colour Black, similar to RAL 9005 Minimum bending radius One time 60 mm, several times 120 mm DC-Power and Signal Splitter For Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) indoor and outdoor use The control cables are available in different lengths from 0.5 m up to 100 m PIN assignment according AISG: V DC (+12 V DC nominal) 2 Not connected 3 RS 485 B 4 Not connected 5 RS 485 A V DC (+24 V DC nominal) 7 DC return 8 Not connected Female Male Torque screwdriver Optional: Torque screwdriver for AISG connecting cable (order no ). With the torque screwdriver, Kathrein connecting cables can be easily fixed at the recommended torque of 1 Nm AISG compliant device for splitting of DC-power and control signals from one input to three outputs. Type no way splitter for RET Connectors 1) 4 x 8 pin connector according IEC , 1 x male, 3 x female Rated current (power supply) 3 A (at 50 C) Max. voltage 60 V Protection class IP 65 Weight 250 g (0.6 lb) Packing size 114 x 117 x 117 mm (4.5 x 4.6 x 4.6 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 91 x 103 x 72 mm (3.6 x 4.1 x 2.8 inches) 3-way splitter for RET The tightning torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver ) 1)

25 Remote Electrical Tilt I Data Sheets I 25 Lightning Protection Device (LPD) For Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) indoor and outdoor use The device is designed for lightning protection of control cables carrying partial lightning currents up to 25 ka (shield) and 2.5 ka (inner conductor), according IEC , IEC Each pin is protected individually. Type no Connectors 1) 2 x 8 pin connector, according IEC , input: male, output: female SPD type 8 x bipolar gas tube Max. impuls current 25 ka (housing, shield) (10/350 µs) inner conductors: 2.5 ka/pin (10/350 µs) Max. dynamic overvoltage at spark gap (1 kv/µs) < 700 V Static overvoltage (100 V/s) < 100 V Grounding Via mounting plate/clamps at metallic surfaces or via separate cable, min. cross-section 5 mm2 Cu (screw M6) Max. operation current 4 A at 50 C Max. operation voltage 60 V Protection class IP 55 Weight 250 g (0.6 lb) Packing size 114 x 117 x 117 mm (4.5 x 4.6 x 4.6 inches) Dimensions (H x W x D) 91 x 103 x 72 mm (3.6 x 4.1 x 2.8 inches) Earthing Clamp for Power Supply and Control Cable For Remote Control Unit (RCU) The clamp is designed for lightning protection of control cables according to EN Type no Max. lightning current 20 ka (pulse 10/350 µsec) Contact resistance < 3 mω Protection class IP 68 Grounding Via stranded grounding wire, 16 mm2, length 0.5 m, one end terminated with cable eye (10 mm lug) Packing size Plastic bag: 210 x 210 mm (8.3 x 8.3 inches) Weight 160 g (0.4 lbs) 1) The tightning torque used to fix the connector must be Nm ( hand-tightened or with torque screwdriver )

26 26 I Remote Electrical Tilt I DTMAs Kathrein DTMAs Kathrein DTMAs are designed in a compact line and as double DTMAs with AISG compatibility support AISG 1.1 and AISG 2.0 units for easy use with XPol antennas. All DTMAs have a bypass (default) and are suitable for antenna RET control according to mode to ensure cell operation in case of DC power down and AISG/3GPP standard. have a built-in lightning protection. DTMA LTE db AISG GSM/CDMA db AISG/CWA GSM/UMTS db AISG/CWA LTE/GSM db AISG/CWA PCS db AISG/CWA UMTS db AISG/CWA UMTS db AISG/CWA BYP 1800 LTE db AISG Dual-band DTMA System Components DC Stop MHz LTE 800 & UMTS db AISG/CWA AWS 1700/ db AISG/CWA LTE 1800 & UMTS db AISG Smart Bias Tee MHz

27 Remote Electrical Tilt I DTMAs I 27 Kathrein offers a large variety of different DTMA types with numerous features. The customer can choose an appropriate DTMA according to the following characteristics: 1. ALARM modes Single mode (AISG or CWA) Dual mode (AISG and CWA) 2. Different gain values 12 db 24 db 12/32 db (switchable) 3. Various frequency ranges 700 MHz 800 MHz 850 MHz 900 MHz 4. Dual-band DTMAs for different frequency combinations, e.g.: 800 MHz MHz 1800 MHz MHz 2100 MHz MHz AWS + PCS 5. DTMAs with integrated combiner functionality 2 inputs, 4 outputs Splitting up combined signals at the antenna 6. RF-bypass at different frequencies For an up-to-date overview of all existing types, please see the DTMA selection guide on our homepage: MHz 1900 MHz AWS 2100 MHz 2600 MHz Manuals and regular software updates for Kathrein RET products are provided via our customer portal. Please visit

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