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AirStrand 2200 Installation Guide           

AirStrand 2200 – Installation Guide 

 

 

 

© Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd., 2021 

P/N: 

DUG01287

 

Rev. A2, Oct 2021 

22

 

 

5

 

Connecting and Managing Cables 

This section describes Grounding procedure, cable preparation and connections. 

5.1

 

Removal of Connection Panel Cover 

To access the connections, you must first remove connection panel cover. 

1.

 

Remove the screw that holds the access cover.  

2.

 

Gently squeeze the top and bottom and gently pull the cover off. 

3.

 

You now have access to the connections, shown below: 

Figure 8: Connection Panel Cover Removed 

 

 

There is a plastic safety strap attached on the inside of the panel cover attached to the 
AirStrand unit to prevent the cover from falling. 
 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for AIRSTRAND 2200

Page 1: ...right by Airspan Networks Ltd 2021 All rights reserved worldwide AIRSTRAND 2200 INSTALLATION GUIDE AirStrand 2200 Installation Guide Document Part Number DUG01287 Document Revision A2 Published October 2021 ...

Page 2: ...orks Ltd does not make any representations and gives no warranties of whatever nature in respect of these documents including without limitation the accuracy or completeness of any information facts and or opinions contained therein No responsibility is assumed by Airspan Networks Ltd for the use of the documents nor for the rights of third parties which may be effected in any way by the use there...

Page 3: ...4 Lightning Protection 4 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 6 GPS Compliance 8 Maximum Output TX Total Power 9 Power Consumption 9 Antenna Solution 9 About This Document 10 Purpose 10 Intended Audience 10 Document Conventions 10 Related Reading 11 1 Introduction 12 1 1 AirStrand 2200 12 2 Getting Started 13 2 1 AirStrand 2200 Installation Checklist 13 3 Verifying Prerequisites 14 3 1 Verifying Site Require...

Page 4: ...allation Guide AirStrand 2200 Installation Guide Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd 2021 P N DUG01287 Rev A2 Oct 2021 iii Acronyms Abbreviations and Definitions 26 Customer Service Help Desk 27 Airspan Encourages Comments 27 ...

Page 5: ...S Bracket Adjustment 20 Figure 7 AirStrand Sectors 21 Figure 8 Connection Panel Cover Removed 22 Figure 9 Ground Screw Connection 23 Figure 10 Use 2 Wrenches to Loosen 24 TABLES Table 1 AirStrand 2200 Maximum Output TX Total Power 9 Table 2 Antenna 9 Table 3 Typographic Conventions 10 Table 4 Minimum Hardware Requirements 14 Table 5 Parts Kits 15 Table 6 AirStrand 2200 Physical Dimensions 16 Table...

Page 6: ...ace in the Airspan product suite This document is intended for qualified personnel with a working knowledge of 5G Revision History Revision Date Summary of Changes Created by Rev 0 1 July 2021 Initial document draft MSF Rev 0 2 0 3 July 2021 Changes from comments MSF Rev 0 4 0 5 August 2021 Added LED explanation Antenna Sectors comments MSF Rev A August 2021 Published MSF Rev A1 August 2021 Minor ...

Page 7: ... are not expressly approved by Airspan Networks may void the user s authority to operate the equipment General Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install replace and service the equipment The device cannot be sold retail to the general public or by mail order It must be sold to operators Installation must be controlled Installation must be performed by licensed professionals Installatio...

Page 8: ...l this device in accordance with the local electrical codes 11 Installation of the AirStrand 2200 46must be contracted to a professional installer 12 The circuit breaker should be easily accessible in case you have to disconnect the device 13 When installed in the final configuration the product must comply with the applicable Safety Standards and regulatory requirements of the country in which it...

Page 9: ...tion The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local safety code requirements Reminder to all the BWA system installers Attention to Section 820 40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as is practical AirSt...

Page 10: ... by providing a low resistance path for the discharge of energy to travel safely to ground Improperly grounded connections are also a source of noise that can cause sensitive equipment to malfunction A good tower grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a tower strike away from the building and equipment To limit the equipment damage due to a lightning strike the following practice...

Page 11: ...er relevant provisions of Directive 2014 53 EU Español Por medio de este Airspan declara que la unidad cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualquier otra disposición aplicable o exigible de la Directiva 2014 53 UE Greek ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ ΠΡΟΔΙΑΓΡΑΦΗ η Airspan ΔΗΛΩΝΕΤΑΙ ότι η μονάδα συμμορφώνεται με τις ουσιώδεις απαιτήσεις και τις λοιπές σχετικές διατάξεις της οδηγίας 2014 53 ΕE Français Airspan d...

Page 12: ...enimi zahtevami in drugimi ustreznimi določbami Direktive 2014 53 EU Slovak Airspan týmto vyhlasuje že tento prístroj spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 2014 53 EÚ Suomalainen Airspan vakuuttaa täten että laitteen tyyppi on direktiivin 2014 53 EU olennaisten vaatimusten ja muiden asiaankuuluvien säännösten mukainen Swedish Därmed intygar Airspan att denna enhet övere...

Page 13: ... Directive 2014 53 EU The GPS complies with the following EMC Common Regulatory Testing standards EN55022 Radiated and Conducted Emissions CISPR 22 Class B EN 50081 1 Generic Emissions Class B EN 50082 1 Generic Immunity Class B EN 61000 4 2 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity EN 61000 4 3 Radiated RF EM Field Immunity Test EN 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Test EN 61000 4 6 Conducted Immu...

Page 14: ...r to higher than local regulations Power Consumption AirStrand 2200 power consumption is 95W Antenna Solution The AirStrand 2200 antenna architecture is based on a dual sector with dual 2x2 SBA antennas The two sectors support two carrier which can operate in same or in different frequencies Each SBA antenna supports two possible configurations 90 and 180 refers to 6dB enabling adapting antenna pa...

Page 15: ...nt Conventions This document uses the following typographic conventions Table 3 Typographic Conventions Convention Element Blue underlined text Cross reference links Bold text Keyboard buttons and GUI elements Command Command names or phrases Computer output Text displayed by the computer Hyperlinks Website and e mail addresses Danger Signifies a hazardous situation if not avoided will cause death...

Page 16: ...rand 2200 Installation Guide Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd 2021 P N DUG01287 Rev A2 Oct 2021 11 Related Reading The following documents contain related information AirStrand 2200 Product Specification Airspan 5G Commissioning Manual pending ...

Page 17: ...and 2200 is part of Airspan s gNB product family which enable operators to provide 5G services The AirStrand 2200 supports two sectors of 5G NR and incorporates DOCSIS3 1 cable modem for backhaul The unit receives power and backhaul by the HFC coaxial plant 60V 90V AC AirStrand 2200 is a compact easy to install gNB designed for deployment at street level leveraging its unique strand mount design T...

Page 18: ...right Airspan Networks Ltd 2021 P N DUG01287 Rev A2 Oct 2021 13 2 Getting Started 2 1 AirStrand 2200 Installation Checklist Plan the installation of the AirStrand 2200 by using the Installation Checklist which you can find as a removable job aid in Appendix A for this guide ...

Page 19: ...d client requirements for installation Important Set up requirements for the installation is detailed in the Job Sheet see Appendix_A 3 1 Verifying Site Requirements To set up the AirStrand 2200 an IP connection to a Network Management System NMS is required 3 2 Verify Installation Requirements 3 2 1 Verify the Tools Table 4 Minimum Hardware Requirements Tool Use 9 16 inch wrench for securing the ...

Page 20: ...rrect unit type is being installed Table 5 Parts Kits Installation Kit Part Part No Airspan No Consisting of Image AirStrand 2200 unit Mounting Kit AT22 N48 S TBD AirStrand 2200 5G Sub6 eNG n48 3550 3700MHz Hanger bracket x 2 with Clamps x 2 Hardware bolts threaded stud and nuts AirStrand 2200 Mounting Kit for replacement if needed AT22 SMK 1 TBD Hanger bracket x 2 with Clamps x 2 Hardware bolts t...

Page 21: ...source to be fed from the HFC network Power Source requirements are Operational Range 44V 89VAC 42V cutoff 44V turn on Safety approved certified according to IEC EN UL 60950 1 3 2 4 Physical Dimensions AirStrand 2200 is in an all outdoor enclosure Table 6 AirStrand 2200 Physical Dimensions Variant Dimensions L x W x H AT22 N48 S 500 x 180 x 203mm 19 7 x 7 0 x 8 0 Volume 17Liter Weight 12 Kg 26 Lbs...

Page 22: ...nsportation ETSI EN 300 019 1 4 Operational non weather protected equipment ETSI EN 300 019 1 1 Storage weather protected non temperature controlled locations ETSI EN 300 019 1 2 Transportation Table 7 AirStrand 2200 Operational Tolerances Type Details Operating temperature 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F Operating humidity 5 95 with condensation Public transportation temperature 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 1...

Page 23: ...nd The Strand Accessory kit contains the hanger bracket s and the hanger clamp s with the required hardware included required for installation To install AirStrand 2200 to a cable strand you need to perform these operations Attach the hanger brackets to the AirStrand 2200 unit Lift and hang the AirStrand 2200 unit onto the strand cable Fasten the hanger clamps to the hanger bracket s securing them...

Page 24: ...th strand brackets to the sides of the unit Inserting the 1 4 28 Hex screws provided into the threaded holes Figure 3 Assemble Strand Hangers on Unit 2 Orient the AirStrand 2200 unit to enable optimal positioning prior to placing on strand cable 3 Lift and hang the AirStrand unit onto the cable strand keep a hand on the unit for safety Figure 4 Hanger and Clamp Assembly 4 Assemble the hanger clamp...

Page 25: ... After assembly tighten the nuts 7 The Hanger brackets are secured on the strand Figure 5 AirStrand 2200 0n Cable Strand 4 1 2 GPS Bracket Adjustment After the AirStrand 2200 is securely fastened on the strand cable the GPS and its bracket should be extended for maximum efficiency 1 Loosen the 1 4 28 Hex screw on the GPS slide which is on the top of the slide bracket Figure 6 GPS Bracket Adjustmen...

Page 26: ...Guide AirStrand 2200 Installation Guide Copyright Airspan Networks Ltd 2021 P N DUG01287 Rev A2 Oct 2021 21 4 2 Antenna Sectors The following displays the AirStrand 2200 antenna element sector direction Figure 7 AirStrand Sectors ...

Page 27: ... Removal of Connection Panel Cover To access the connections you must first remove connection panel cover 1 Remove the screw that holds the access cover 2 Gently squeeze the top and bottom and gently pull the cover off 3 You now have access to the connections shown below Figure 8 Connection Panel Cover Removed There is a plastic safety strap attached on the inside of the panel cover attached to th...

Page 28: ...pplies both power and data and is fed from an external isolated transformer Once the AirStrand 2200 is securely attached on the strand the installer should connect the shielded CATV cable terminated with an RF connector to the F type connector factory installed connected to the unit s entry port 1 Connect the shielded CATV cable terminated with an RF connector to the F type connector connected fac...

Page 29: ... unit It can be turned off during normal operation There are two 2 LEDs on the unit Backhaul LED indicates if the unit is connected to the network System LED see table below Table 8 System LED Function State Name LED Color LED State Description Powering Up White On Continuously Till running from operational SW image Software loading Startup Green Blinking 3Hz Till SW startup is finished and the pr...

Page 30: ...Method of reaching strand positions ladders Elevated work platform Configuration programming details known All equipment items available at the installation site Main AirStrand 2200 unit GPS Antenna Hangers and required hardware Required cables Weather proofing of the connections with a layer of self amalgamating tape followed by an over layer of PVC tape Tool Requirements For further information ...

Page 31: ...ferenced to one milliwatt mW It is used as a convenient measure of absolute power because of its capability to express both very large and very small values in a short form gNB Next Generation Node B is the element in 5G GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System is a term used to describe a satellite navigation system with global coverage There are currently two fully operational GNSSs the US GPS an...

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