RRU5501

Installation Guide

Issue 04
Date 2019-08-30

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Contents

1 RRU5501 Installation Guide.................................................................................................. 1

1.1 Changes in RRU5501 Installation Guide......................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Installation Preparations....................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.1 Reference Documents.........................................................................................................................................................4
1.2.2 Tools and Instruments........................................................................................................................................................ 4
1.2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel........................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Information About the Installation................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3.1 RRU Exterior...........................................................................................................................................................................6
1.3.2 RRU Ports................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
1.3.3 RRU Indicators.................................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.3.4 Installation Scenarios....................................................................................................................................................... 12
1.3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU.....................................................................................................23
1.3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU......................................................................................................................................... 23
1.3.5.2 Clearance for Three or More RRUs.......................................................................................................................... 27
1.3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs......................................................................................................................... 31
1.4 Unpacking Check.................................................................................................................................................................. 33
1.5 Installation Process............................................................................................................................................................... 35
1.6 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower................................................................................................. 35
1.6.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower..................................................................................................................................... 35
1.6.2 Hoisting Optical Fibers onto a Tower.........................................................................................................................40
1.6.3 Hoisting Power Cables onto a Tower......................................................................................................................... 43
1.7 Installing the RRU................................................................................................................................................................. 46
1.7.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU.............................................................................................................................................. 46
1.7.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole..........................................................................................................................................47
1.7.2.1 Installing a Single RRU................................................................................................................................................. 48
1.7.2.2 Installing Two RRUs...................................................................................................................................................... 51
1.7.2.3 Installing Three or More RRUs.................................................................................................................................. 53
1.7.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel........................................................................................................................................57
1.7.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel............................................................................................................................... 62
1.7.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall......................................................................................................................................... 67
1.7.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06/IFS5906..................................................................................................................... 71
1.8 Installing RRU Cables.......................................................................................................................................................... 71
1.8.1 Cabling Requirements...................................................................................................................................................... 71

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1.8.2 RRU Cable Connections................................................................................................................................................... 80

1.8.3 Installing RRU Cables....................................................................................................................................................... 83
1.8.4 RRU Cable List.................................................................................................................................................................... 84
1.8.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable..................................................................................................................................... 85
1.8.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper......................................................................................................................................... 87
1.8.7 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG Extension Cable............................................................. 92
1.8.8 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity..............................................................................................95
1.8.9 Installing a CPRI Optical Fiber...................................................................................................................................... 97
1.8.10 Installing an RRU Power Cable................................................................................................................................ 100
1.8.11 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity........................................................................................... 103
1.9 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation...................................................................................................................105
1.10 Powering On an RRU...................................................................................................................................................... 106
1.11 Appendix............................................................................................................................................................................. 107
1.11.1 Adding a Female Fast Connector (Pressfit Type) to the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side............107
1.11.2 Adding a Female Fast Connector (Screw-free Type) to the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side..... 111

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Purpose
This document describes the process of installing DC blade RRU5501 (referred to
as RRU in this document). RRU is short for remote radio unit. For details about
auxiliary devices of the RRU, such as indoor and outdoor supports, power modules,
and distribution equipment, see "RRU Auxiliary Devices" in the corresponding RRU
hardware description.

Product Versions
The following table lists the product version related to this document for
RRU5501.

Product Name Solution Version Product Version

RRU5501 ● SRAN11.1 and later V100R011C10 and later

versions versions
● GBSS18.1 and later
versions
● RAN18.1 and later
versions
● eRAN11.1 and later
versions

5G RAN2.1 and later V100R015C10 and later

versions versions

Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
Base station installation engineers

Organization
1.1 Changes in RRU5501 Installation Guide

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This section describes the changes in RRU5501 Installation Guide.

1.2 Installation Preparations
This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must
be ready before the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites
that installation engineers must have.
1.3 Information About the Installation
Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, indicators,
installation scenarios, and installation clearance requirements.
1.4 Unpacking Check
This chapter describes how to unpack the delivered equipment, components, or
parts and check whether all the materials are included and intact.
1.5 Installation Process
The installation process involves installing an RRU and RRU cables, checking the
RRU hardware installation, and powering on an RRU.
1.6 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower
This section describes the procedure for hoisting an RRU and related cables onto a
tower and the precautions that must be taken.
1.7 Installing the RRU
This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The procedure for
installing the RRU varies depending on installation options.
1.8 Installing RRU Cables
This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.
1.9 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
1.10 Powering On an RRU
After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.
1.11 Appendix
This section describes the procedure for adding a connector to the RRU power
cable.

1.1 Changes in RRU5501 Installation Guide

This section describes the changes in RRU5501 Installation Guide.

04 (2019-08-30)
This is the fourth official release.
Compared with Issue 03 (2019-07-15), this issue does not include any new
information.
Compared with Issue 03 (2019-07-15), this issue includes the following changes.

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Topic Change Description

1.2.2 Tools and Instruments Replaced certain tools and instruments

required for installing the RRU and
modified the description.

1.7.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06/ Deleted the description about how to

IFS5906 install an RRU on an IFS06.

1.11.2 Adding a Female Fast Added the RRU power cable (screw-
Connector (Screw-free Type) to the free type).
RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side

Compared with Issue 03 (2019-07-15), no information is deleted from this issue.

03 (2019-07-15)
This is the third official release.

Compared with Issue 02 (2018-10-30), this issue does not include any new
information.

Compared with Issue 02 (2018-10-30), this issue includes the following change.

Topic Change Description

1.8.10 Installing an RRU Power Cable Added the description about the
DCDU16D.

Compared with Issue 02 (2018-10-30), no information is deleted from this issue.

02 (2018-10-30)
This is the second official release.

Compared with Issue 01 (2018-03-30), this issue does not include any new
information.

Compared with Issue 01 (2018-03-30), this issue includes the following change.

Topic Change Description

1.8.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper Modified the waterproofing of

connectors and dust caps of RRU
jumpers.

Compared with Issue 01 (2018-03-30), no information is deleted from this issue.

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01 (2018-03-30)
This is the first official release.
Compared with Draft A (2017-11-30), this issue does not include any new
information.
Compared with Draft A (2017-11-30), this issue does not include any changes.
Compared with Draft A (2017-11-30), no information is deleted from this issue.

Draft A (2017-11-30)
This is a draft.

1.2 Installation Preparations

This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must
be ready before the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites
that installation engineers must have.

1.2.1 Reference Documents

Before the installation, you must be familiar with reference documents.
The following reference documents are required during RRU installation:
● Safety Information
● RRU5501 Hardware Description
● Corresponding DBS3900&DBS5900 Installation Guide

1.2.2 Tools and Instruments

This section describes the tools and instruments that must be prepared before the
RRU installation.
Installation scenarios vary with RRU types. You need to select tools based on the
actual RRU installation scenario.

Primary Installation Tools

The primary installation tools must be provided for onsite installation, such as
tools for drilling holes, preparing cables, and fastening. The primary installation
tools are classified into basic tools and extended tools.

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Table 1-1 Basic tool package

Multi-purpose cable Torque screwdriver (0.4 Torque wrench (1 N·m to
preparation tool N·m to 15 N·m) 45 N·m)
(stripping wire,
cutting wire, and
crimping OT Open mouth: 10 mm
terminals) (0.39 in.), 13 mm (0.51
3 mm (0.12 in.), 5 mm (0.2 in.), 14 mm (0.55 in.), 16
in.) mm (0.63 in.), 17 mm
(0.67 in.), 18 mm (0.71
in.), 19 mm (0.75), 21
M2.5–M6 mm (0.83 in.), 22 mm
(0.87 in.), 32 mm (1.26
in.)
M2.5–M6

Heat gun Level Measuring tape

Table 1-2 Extended tool package

Installed on Pole, Installed on Wall Installed on Tower
Angle Steel, or U-
steel

None Torque socket (1 N·m to 40 Lifting sling

N·m)

M6, M8, M10

Hammer drill (Ф 4.5 bit, Ф 8 Fixed pulley (weight-

bit, Ф 12 bit, Ф 14 bit) bearing capacity > 500
kg or 1102.5 lb)

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Auxiliary Installation Tools

The auxiliary installation tools provide protection or facilitate the installation.

Table 1-3 Auxiliary installation tools

Protective gloves ESD gloves Vacuum cleaner

Diagonal pliers Marker (diameter ≤ 10 mm Rubber mallet

[0.39 in.])

Utility knife - -

1.2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel

Onsite personnel must be qualified and trained. Before performing any operation,
onsite personnel must be familiar with correct operation methods and safety
precautions.

Before the installation, pay attention to the following items:

● The customer's technical engineers must be trained by Huawei and be

familiar with the proper installation and operation methods.
● The number of onsite personnel depends on the engineering schedule and
installation environment. Generally, only three to five onsite personnel are
necessary.

1.3 Information About the Installation

Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, indicators,
installation scenarios, and installation clearance requirements.

1.3.1 RRU Exterior

This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.

The following figure shows the exterior of an RRU.

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Figure 1-1 RRU exterior

The following figure shows RRU dimensions.

Figure 1-2 RRU dimensions

You can obtain the RRU name, RRU frequency band and power supply information
from the nameplate on the cover plate. Figure 1-3 shows the positions of the
nameplate on the RRU.

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The actual nameplate may differ from what is shown in the figure.

Figure 1-3 Positions of the nameplate

(1) Nameplate (2) Module name (3) Frequency band (4) Power supply type

1.3.2 RRU Ports

This section describes ports on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel,
cabling cavity panel, and indicator panel.
Figure 1-4 shows the ports on the RRU panels.

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Figure 1-4 Ports on the RRU panels

Table 1-4 describes ports and indicators on the RRU panels.

Table 1-4 Ports and indicators on the RRU panels

Item Silkscreen Connect Remarks
or

(1) Bottom ports A T01/R01 4.3-10 TX/RX port A, supporting RET signal
female transmission
connect
or

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Item Silkscreen Connect Remarks

or

C T01/R01 4.3-10 TX/RX port C

female
connect
or

D T01/R01 4.3-10 TX/RX port D

female
connect
or

B T01/R01 4.3-10 TX/RX port B, supporting RET signal

female transmission
connect
or

RET DB9 Communication port for the RET

female antenna, supporting RET signal
connect transmission
or

(2) Ports in the RTN(+) Male Power supply socket, For details
cabling cavity fast about RRU power cable appearance
NEG(-) connect and specifications, see RRU Power
or Cable.

CPRI0 SFP Optical port 0, connected to the

female BBU or an upper-level RRU
connect
or

CPRI1 SFP Optical port 1, connected to a

female lower-level RRU or the BBU
connect
or

(3) Indicator RUN N/A For details, see 1.3.3 RRU

Indicators.
ALM

ACT

VSWR

CPRI0

CPRI1

● The port for transmitting RET signals is determined by the software.

● Connect the CPRI0 port to the BBU by default in the single-mode scenario.

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1.3.3 RRU Indicators

This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status of
the RRU.

For detailed positions of RRU indicators, see 1.3.2 RRU Ports.

Table 1-5 describes RRU indicators.

Table 1-5 RRU Indicators

Indicator Color Status Meaning

RUN Green Steady on The power input is available, but the

board is faulty.

Steady off No power input is available, or the

board is faulty.

Blinking (on for The board is running properly.

1s and off for
1s)

Blinking (on for The board software is being loaded, or

0.125s and off the board is not working.
for 0.125s)

ALM Red Steady on Alarms are generated, and the module

must be replaced.

Blinking (on for Alarms are generated. The alarms

1s and off for may be caused by faults on the
1s) related boards or ports. Therefore, you
need to locate the fault before
deciding whether to replace the
module.

Steady off No alarms are generated.

ACT Green Steady on The board is working properly when

TX channels are enabled or software is
being loaded to a board that is not
started.

Blinking (on for The board is running with TX channels

1s and off for disabled.
1s)

VSWR Red Steady off No voltage standing wave ratio

(VSWR) alarm is generated.

Blinking (on for VSWR alarms are generated on the B

1s and off for T01/R01 port.
1s)

Steady on VSWR alarms are generated on the A

T01/R01 port.

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Indicator Color Status Meaning

Blinking (on for VSWR alarms are generated on the A

0.125s and off T01/R01 and B T01/R01ports.
for 0.125s)

CPRI0 Red and Steady green The CPRI link is running properly.
green
Steady red An optical module fails to receive or
transmit signals possibly because the
optical module is faulty or the optical
fiber is broken.

Blinking red The CPRI link is out of lock because of

(on for 1s and faults on the mutual lock of dual-
off for 1s) mode clock sources or mismatched
data rates on CPRI ports.

Steady off The optical module cannot be

detected or is powered off.

CPRI1 Red and Steady green The CPRI link is running properly.
green
Steady red An optical module fails to receive or
transmit signals possibly because the
optical module is faulty or the optical
fiber is broken.

Blinking red The CPRI link is out of lock because of

(on for 1s and faults on the mutual lock of dual-
off for 1s) mode clock sources or mismatched
data rates on CPRI ports.

Steady off The optical module cannot be

detected or is powered off.

VSWR indicators on RRUs providing one or more than two TX channels have two types of
status:
● Steady off: No VSWR alarm is generated.
● Steady on: VSWR alarms are generated on one or more ports.

1.3.4 Installation Scenarios

An RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, angle steel, wall, IFS06 or IFS5906.
Installation scenarios must meet heat-dissipation and waterproofing requirements
of the RRU.

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Requirements for the Installation Scenarios

RRU is a professional communications equipment and cannot be installed in areas

which are accessible to people. The installation scenarios involve the related
security features. For details about specific requirements and precautions, see
Safety Information.

Application scenarios:

To ensure proper heat dissipation of the RRU, the following requirements must be
met:
● The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed cabinet without a cooling system.
● The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed camouflage box.
● The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed equipment room without a
cooling system.
● When multiple RRUs are installed in centralized mode, the minimum
clearance requirements must be met. For details about the minimum
clearance requirements, see 1.3.5.2 Clearance for Three or More RRUs and
1.3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs.

NOTICE

If the RRU is inappropriately installed, heat dissipation of the RRU deteriorates and
the RRU may not work properly, as shown in Figure 1-5.

Figure 1-5 Inappropriately installed RRU

Installation restrictions:

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● The specifications of installation supports described in this document are

based only on the exterior and dimensions of the mounting kits. Before
installing equipment, assess the strength and reliability of the installation
support to determine whether it can bear the weight of the equipment.
● To ensure the heat dissipation of the RRU and waterproofing of the ports at
the bottom of the RRU, the vertical deviation angle of an RRU must be less
than or equal to 10 degrees, as shown in Figure 1-6.
● On a tower, an RRU can be installed on a pole, angle steel, or U-steel. The
side-mounted installation mode (one side instead of the rear of an RRU is
mounted on the support) is recommended for RRUs on the main pole secured
on a tower. This installation mode allows the RRU stacked installation. When
the horizontal distance between the main and auxiliary poles on a tower is
greater than or equal to 810 mm (23.62 in.), the side-mounted mode is
recommended for installing RRUs on the auxiliary pole to meet the minimum
clearance requirements. Otherwise, the reverse mode is recommended for
installing RRUs on the auxiliary pole.
● RRU stacked installation is not allowed in indoor scenarios.
● RRU stacked installation is allowed only when installed on one or more poles
in outdoor scenarios, and a maximum of three RRUs can be stacked
installation.

Figure 1-6 Requirements for the vertical deviation angle of an RRU

(1) RRU (2) Installation support (pole, U-steel, angle steel, or wall)

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● When the operator faces the RRU whose handle and cabling cavity are on the right-hand
side, the side facing the operator is the front of the RRU, and the other side is the back of
the RRU.
● Standard installation: RRU mounting kits are installed on the back of an RRU. If RRUs are
installed in standard mode, transit cards for standard installation are required. For details
about installing transit cards for standard installation, see the installation guide delivered
with the transit card.
● Reverse installation: RRU mounting kits are installed on the front of an RRU.
● Side-mounted installation: RRU mounting kits are installed on the side face (not the side
face of the maintenance cavity) of an RRU.
● Stacked installation: Two or more RRUs are installed next to each other at the same level by
stacking multiple RRU mounting kits.

Installing an RRU on a Pole

Figure 1-7 shows the diameter of a pole for installing an RRU.
The diameter of a pole for installing an RRU ranges from 60 mm (2.36 in.) to 114
mm (4.49 in.). The recommended diameter is 80 mm (3.15 in.).
A maximum of three RRUs can be installed on a pole with the diameter ranging
from 60 mm (2.36 in.) to 76 mm (2.99 in.). Only a pole whose diameter ranges
from 76 mm (2.99 in.) to 114 mm (4.49 in.) supports more than three RRUs.
The recommended thickness of the pole wall is 3.5 mm (0.14 in.) or above.

Figure 1-7 Diameter of a pole

When RRUs are installed on a pole, the side-mounted installation mode is

recommended. If the clearance for side-mounted installation is insufficient, the
reverse (recommended) or standard installation mode can be used.
Figure 1-8 shows a single RRU installed on a pole.

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Figure 1-8 A single RRU installed on a pole

Figure 1-9 shows two RRUs installed on a pole.

Figure 1-9 Two RRUs installed on a pole

Figure 1-10, Figure 1-11, and Figure 1-12 show multiple RRUs installed on a
pole.

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Figure 1-10 Three RRUs installed on a pole

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Figure 1-11 Four RRUs installed on a pole

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Figure 1-12 Six RRUs installed on a pole

Installing an RRU on U-Steel

Figure 1-13 shows U-steel specifications.

Figure 1-13 U-steel specifications

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NOTICE

U-steel supports only the reverse (recommended) or standard installation of a

single RRU.

Figure 1-14 shows an RRU installed on U-steel.

Figure 1-14 RRU installed on U-steel

Installing an RRU on Angle Steel

Figure 1-15 shows angle steel specifications.

Figure 1-15 Angle steel specifications

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NOTICE

Angle steel supports only the reverse (recommended) or standard installation of a

single RRU.

Figure 1-16 shows an RRU installed on angle steel.

Figure 1-16 RRU installed on angle steel

Installing an RRU on a Wall

The wall for installing RRUs must meet the following requirements:
● For each RRU, the wall must be able to bear a weight four times heavier than
the RRU's weight and the bolts' pulling force of 1.25 kN (281.25 lbf) vertical
to the wall.
● Expansion bolts must be tightened to 15 N·m (132.76 lbf·in.) to ensure that
the bolts work properly and the wall remains intact.

NOTICE

RRU stacked installation is not allowed when the RRUs are installed on a wall, as
shown in Figure 1-17.

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Figure 1-17 Correct installation of RRUs installed on a wall in side-mounted mode

Figure 1-18 shows an RRU installed on a wall.

Figure 1-18 RRU installed on a wall

Installing an RRU on an IFS06 or an IFS5906

For details about how to install an RRU on an IFS06, see section "RRU Installation
" in IFS06 Installation Guide. For details about how to install an RRU on an
IFS5906, see section "RRU Installation" in IFS5906 Installation Guide.

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1.3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU

This section describes the requirements for the installation clearance of a single
RRU and multiple RRUs and the requirements for the installation spacing between
RRUs.

1.3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU

This section describes the recommended and minimum clearances for a single
RRU.
● The recommended installation clearance ensures normal running and provides
an appropriate space for operation and maintenance (OM). When the
ambient space is sufficient, the recommended installation clearance can
be adopted.
● The minimum installation clearance ensures normal running and heat
dissipation, but OM activities, such as checking indicator status and opening
the maintenance cavity, cannot be properly conducted. When the ambient
space is restricted, the minimum installation clearance can be adopted.
The following describes the clearance requirements for RRU installation on a non-
bitumen ground. For RRU installation on a bitumen ground, the distance between
the RRU bottom and the bitumen ground must be at least 500 mm (700 mm or
more recommended). Other requirements are the same as the requirements
described as follows.

Clearance for a Single RRU in Side-Mounted Mode

Figure 1-19 shows the clearance for a single RRU in side-mounted mode.

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Figure 1-19 Clearance for a single RRU in side-mounted mode

Clearance for a Single RRU in Reverse or Standard Mode

Figure 1-20 shows the clearance for a single RRU in reverse or standard mode.

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Figure 1-20 Clearance for a single RRU in reverse or standard mode

Clearance for a Single Tower-Mounted RRU

Figure 1-21 and Figure 1-22 show the minimum clearances for a single RRU in
reverse or standard mode and side-mounted mode on a tower.

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Figure 1-21 Minimum clearance for a single RRU in reverse or standard mode

Figure 1-22 Minimum clearance for a single RRU in side-mounted mode on a

tower

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1.3.5.2 Clearance for Three or More RRUs

This section describes the recommended and minimum clearances for three or
more RRUs.
● The recommended installation clearance ensures normal running and provides
an appropriate space for operation and maintenance (OM). When the
ambient space is sufficient, the recommended installation clearance can
be adopted.
● The minimum installation clearance ensures normal running and heat
dissipation, but OM activities, such as checking indicator status and opening
the maintenance cavity, cannot be properly conducted. When the ambient
space is restricted, the minimum installation clearance can be adopted.
The following describes the clearance requirements for RRU installation on a non-
bitumen ground. For RRU installation on a bitumen ground, the distance between
the RRU bottom and the bitumen ground must be at least 500 mm (700 mm or
more recommended). Other requirements are the same as the requirements
described as follows.

Recommended Clearances for Multiple RRUs Installed on a Pole in Stacked

Mode
Figure 1-23 shows the recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed on a
pole in stacked mode.

Figure 1-23 Recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed on a pole in

stacked mode

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Minimum Clearances for Multiple RRUs Installed on a Pole in Stacked Mode

Figure 1-24 shows the minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed on a pole
in stacked mode.

Figure 1-24 Minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed on a pole in stacked
mode

Recommended Clearances for Multiple RRUs Installed in Reverse or

Standard Mode on a Wall
Figure 1-25 shows the recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed in
reverse or standard mode on a wall.

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Figure 1-25 Recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed in reverse or

standard mode on a wall

(1) RRU mounting kits

Minimum Clearances for Multiple RRUs Installed in Reverse or Standard

Mode on a Wall
Figure 1-26 shows the minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed in reverse
or standard mode on a wall.

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Figure 1-26 Minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed in reverse or

standard mode on a wall

(1) RRU mounting kits

Recommended Clearances for Multiple RRUs Installed in Side-Mounted

Mode on a Wall
Figure 1-27 shows the recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed in
side-mounted mode on a wall.

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Figure 1-27 Recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed in side-mounted

mode on a wall

(1) RRU mounting kits

1.3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs

This section describes the horizontal and vertical spacing between RRUs.

● The recommended installation clearance ensures normal running and provides

an appropriate space for operation and maintenance (OM). When the
ambient space is sufficient, the recommended installation clearance can
be adopted.
● The minimum installation clearance ensures normal running and heat
dissipation, but OM activities, such as checking indicator status and opening
the maintenance cavity, cannot be properly conducted. When the ambient
space is restricted, the minimum installation clearance can be adopted.

The following describes the clearance requirements for RRU installation on a non-
bitumen ground. For RRU installation on a bitumen ground, the distance between
the RRU bottom and the bitumen ground must be at least 500 mm (700 mm or
more recommended). Other requirements are the same as the requirements
described as follows.

Horizontal Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 1-28 shows the horizontal spacing between RRUs.

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Figure 1-28 Horizontal spacing between RRUs

Vertical Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 1-29 shows the vertical spacing between RRUs.

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Figure 1-29 Vertical spacing between RRUs

1.4 Unpacking Check

This chapter describes how to unpack the delivered equipment, components, or
parts and check whether all the materials are included and intact.

Context
When transporting, moving, or installing the equipment, components, or parts,
you must:
● Package them for delivery before the base station deployment. Unpacked
delivery or package replacement for transferring is not allowed.
● Prevent them from colliding with doors, walls, shelves, or other objects.
● Wear clean gloves, and avoid touching the equipment, components, or parts
with bare hands, sweat-soaked gloves, or dirty gloves.
● Transport the base stations in an environment that meets requirements of
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violent transportation or non-human factors (such as natural disasters), the

transportation entity should take the responsibility.

NOTICE

● The gravity center of some cabinets is in the front, for example, the BTS3900AL,
IBBS700T, and IBBS300T. Therefore, avoid toppling of the cabinet when the
door of the cabinet is open, especially when you unpack the cabinet or before it
has been secured onto a base.
● After unpacking a cabinet or BBU, you must power on the cabinet or BBU
within seven days. Otherwise, the cabinet or BBU may be damaged.
● After unpacking an RRU, you must power on the RRU within 24 hours.
Otherwise, the RRU may be damaged.

Procedure
Step 1 Check the total number of articles in each case according to the packing list.

If... Then...

The total number is consistent with Go to Step 2.

the packing list

The total number is not consistent Find out the cause and report it to the
with the packing list local Huawei office.

Step 2 Check the exterior of the packing case.

If... Then...

The outer packing case is intact Go to Step 3.

The outer packing is severely Find out the cause and report it to the
damaged or soaked local Huawei office.

Step 3 Check the type and quantity of the equipment in the cases according to the
packing list.

If... Then...

The type and quantity are consistent Sign the Packing List with the customer.
with the packing list on each
packing case

There is any shortage, wrong Report the situation to the local Huawei
delivery, or damaged equipment office.

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To protect the equipment from damage, keep the unpacked equipment and packing
materials indoors. To help find out the cause of any damage in the future, take photos of
the storeroom, rusted or eroded equipment, packing case, and packing materials, and then
file the photos.

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1.5 Installation Process

The installation process involves installing an RRU and RRU cables, checking the
RRU hardware installation, and powering on an RRU.

Figure 1-30 shows the installation process.

Figure 1-30 Process of installing an RRU

1.6 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting an RRU and related cables onto a
tower and the precautions that must be taken.

1.6.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower

This section describes the procedures and precautions for hoisting an RRU and its
mounting kits onto a tower. The procedure for hoisting the RRU and its mounting

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kits onto the tower is for your reference only. In tower-mounted scenarios, the
RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, or angle steel.

Prerequisites
● The attachment plate has been reinstalled onto the front of the RRU if the
RRU is installed in reverse mode before hoisting them onto a tower.
● The transit card (only required for RRU installation in standard mode) and
attachment plate have been installed onto the rear of the RRU if the RRU is
installed in standard mode before hoisting them onto a tower. For details
about installing the transit card, see the installation guide delivered with the
transit card.
● When the RRU is powered by an AC/DC power module, you need to install the
AC/DC power module onto the RRU before hoisting them onto a tower. For
detailed operations, see OPM15M(Ver.B) User Guide or OPM50M(Ver.B) User
Guide.

NOTICE

● Place a foam pad or cardboard on the ground to protect the housing of the
RRU from damage before the binding. Do not stand the RRU upright because
the RF ports cannot support the weight of the RRU.
● The routing and protection of power cables should follow the local safety
regulations, industry standards, and enterprise standards of the operator.

Procedure
Step 1 After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley to
the tower platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed pulley.
Step 2 Installation engineer C binds the mounting kits using the lifting sling and traction
sling on the ground, as shown in Figure 1-31. Then installation engineer B pulls
the lifting sling downwards, and installation engineer C pulls the traction sling
outwards to protect the mounting kits from colliding with the tower.

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Figure 1-31 Binding mounting kits for the RRU

(1) Lifting sling (2) Traction sling

Step 3 Installation engineer A catches the mounting kits and then unties the slings.
Step 4 Install the mounting kits. For detailed operations, see steps 1 to 3 in 1.7.2.1
Installing a Single RRU.
Step 5 Installation engineer C binds the RRU using the lifting sling and traction sling, as
shown in Figure 1-32. The binding methods in Figure 1-33 and Figure 1-34 are
incorrect.

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Figure 1-32 Binding the RRU

(1) Handle (2) Lifting sling (3) Lifting eye (4) Traction sling

Figure 1-33 Incorrect binding method (1)

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Figure 1-34 Incorrect binding method (2)

Step 6 Hoist the RRU onto the tower, as shown in Figure 1-35. Installation engineer B
pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation engineer C pulls the traction
sling outwards to protect the RRU from colliding with the tower.

Figure 1-35 Hoisting the RRU onto the tower

(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley (3) Traction sling

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Step 7 Installation engineer A catches the RRU hoisted onto the tower.
Step 8 Installation engineer A installs the RRU onto the main bracket and uses an inner
hexagon torque screwdriver to tighten the captive screw into the hole of the
attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.). For detailed
operations, see steps 4 and 5 in 1.7.2.1 Installing a Single RRU.
Step 9 Untie the lifting sling and traction sling.

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1.6.2 Hoisting Optical Fibers onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting optical fibers onto a tower and
the precautions that must be taken.

Context
Cabling requirements for power cables are met. For details, see "Cabling
Requirements" chapter.

Procedure
Step 1 Hoist the optical fibers onto the tower, as shown in Figure 1-36.

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Figure 1-36 Hoisting optical fibers onto the tower

(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley (3) optical fibers (4) Traction sling

NOTICE

Before hoisting optical fibers onto the tower, connect the optical fibers to the RRU
or BBU based on the labels on both ends of the cables and determine the hoisting
direction.

1. After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley
to the tower platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed
pulley.
2. Installation engineer B places the fiber coiler for coiling optical fibers on the
fiber spools, and installation engineer D lead the lifting sling through the
stretch sling of the optical fibers and use the other sling as a traction sling to
secure the cables 4 m (13.12 ft) away from the lifting sling, as shown in
Figure 1-37.

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Figure 1-37 Binding optical fibers

(1) Lifting sling (2) Stretch sling (3) Traction sling

NOTICE

Do not remove the stretch sling and protection pipe or bind optical fibers
using one sling, as shown in Figure 1-38.

Figure 1-38 Incorrect binding method

3. Installation engineer B rotates the fiber spools at the speed of 5 m (16.4 ft) to
15 m (49.21 ft) per minute to coil the optical fibers.

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4. Installation engineer C pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation

engineer D pulls the traction sling outwards to protect the optical fibers from
colliding with the tower.
Step 2 Secure the optical fibers to the tower vertically using cable clips.
Step 3 Remove the lifting sling, traction sling, and protection pipe.

The procedure for hoisting the optical fibers onto the tower is for your reference only.

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1.6.3 Hoisting Power Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting power cables onto a tower and
the precautions that must be taken.

Context
Cabling requirements for power cables are met. For details, see "Cabling
Requirements" chapter.
The procedure for adding a connector to the RRU power cable on the RRU side is
done under the tower.

Procedure
Step 1 Hoist the power cables onto the tower, as shown in Figure 1-39.

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Figure 1-39 Hoisting power cables onto the tower

(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley (2) power cables

1. After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley
to the tower platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed
pulley.
2. Installation engineer B secures three cable ties to the power cable connector,
and then secures the power cable to the lifting sling, as shown in Figure 1-40.

The connector on the power cable in the figure is only an example. The actual
connector may vary according to the situation.

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Figure 1-40 Binding cable ties

3. Installation engineer B wraps the power cable connector with a layer of PVC
insulation tape, as shown in Figure 1-41.

Wrap the PVC insulation tape from 30 mm (1.18 in.) away from one end of the
connector until it reaches the other end of the connector. The total length of the
wrapped connector is 100 mm (3.94 in.).

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Figure 1-41 Wrapping the PVC insulation tape

4. Installation engineer C pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation

engineer B pulls the other end of the lifting sling outwards to protect the
power cables from colliding with the tower.
Step 2 Secure the power cables to the tower vertically using cable clips.
Step 3 Remove the cable ties, PVC insulation tape, and lifting sling.

The procedure for hoisting the power cables onto the tower is for your reference only.

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1.7 Installing the RRU

This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The procedure for
installing the RRU varies depending on installation options.

NOTICE

● Do not stand an RRU upright because the RF ports cannot support the weight
of the RRU.
● Place a foam pad or cardboard under an RRU to protect the RRU housing from
damage during the installation.

1.7.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU

This section describes the bracket assembly and the attachment plate for an RRU.
Figure 1-42 shows the front and side of an RRU.

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Figure 1-42 Front and side view of an RRU

(1) Front view (2) Side view (3) Attachment plate

Figure 1-43 shows the bracket assembly for an RRU.

NOTICE

The RRU described in this document must use the required RRU mounting kits in
new deployment scenarios.

Figure 1-43 Common RRU mounting kit

(1) Plastic cap (2) Standard M10 nut (3) Spring washer (4) Thick flat washer

(5) M10x150 bolt (6) Auxiliary bracket (7) Hoist clamp on the main (8) Main bracket
bracket

1.7.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole

One or more RRUs can be installed on a pole.

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1.7.2.1 Installing a Single RRU

The side-mounted installation mode is recommended. This section describes the
procedure and precautions for installing a single RRU in side-mounted mode on a
pole. For details about RRU reverse or standard installation procedure, see
Installing the RRU on U-steel.

Prerequisites
● Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted
onto the tower. For details, see 1.6.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
● The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the mounting kit.
● If the RRU must be installed on a pole secured on a tower, see 1.3.5.1
Clearance for a Single RRU to determine a position.
● If the RRU must be installed on a pole secured on the ground, see Figure
1-44 to determine a position.

Figure 1-44 Distance between the mounting kit and the ground

As shown in the figure above, it is recommended that the mounting kits be

installed at a position 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600 mm (59.06 in.) high above
the ground. If the space is insufficient, only the 1.3.5 Installation Clearance
Requirements of an RRU needs to be provided.
Step 2 Loosen the two M10 nuts on the mounting kits and move the M10x150 bolt out
of the trough on the auxiliary bracket, as shown in Figure 1-45.

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Figure 1-45 Moving the bolt out of the trough

Step 3 Slide the main and auxiliary brackets onto the pole and fit a bolt into the trough,
as shown in Figure 1-46.

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrows on the main bracket are pointing up.

Figure 1-46 Sliding the main and auxiliary brackets onto the pole

Step 4 Use a 16 mm (0.63 in.) torque wrench to tighten the two M10 nuts to 40 N·m
(354.03 lbf·in.) so that the main and auxiliary brackets are tightly secured onto the
pole, as shown in Figure 1-47.

NOTICE

Tighten the nuts on the two bolts alternatively. After the main and auxiliary
brackets are secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both
sides and ensure that the spacing is the same on the two sides.

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Figure 1-47 Securing the main and auxiliary brackets onto the pole

(1) Plastic cap

Step 5 Install the RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-48.

Figure 1-48 Installing the RRU onto the main bracket

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1.7.2.2 Installing Two RRUs

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing two RRUs on a
pole.

Prerequisites
The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Procedure
Step 1 Install the first RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-49. For details,
see 1.7.2.1 Installing a Single RRU.

Figure 1-49 Installing the first RRU onto the main bracket

Step 2 Install the second main bracket on one side of the first main bracket, as shown in
Figure 1-50.

NOTICE

When installing the second main bracket, ensure that the arrows on the main
bracket are pointing down.

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Figure 1-50 Installing the second main bracket

The main mounting bracket for installing a blade RRU can connect to the main
mounting bracket for installing a common RRU in the scenarios of adding RRUs,
as shown in Figure 1-51.

Figure 1-51 Connecting the main mounting bracket for a blade RRU to the main
mounting bracket for a common RRU

(1) Main mounting bracket for a blade RRU (2) Main mounting bracket for a common RRU

Step 3 Install the second RRU on the second main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-52.

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Figure 1-52 Installing the second RRU onto the second main bracket

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1.7.2.3 Installing Three or More RRUs

The section describes the procedure and precautions for installing three or more
RRUs on a pole.

Prerequisites
The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Context
● RRUs can be stacked only when installed on one or more poles, and a
maximum of three RRUs can be stacked.
● A pole supports the installation of three, four, or six RRUs. The procedures for
installing them are the same. Following is the procedure of installing four
RRUs on a pole.

Procedure
Step 1 Install the two RRUs, as shown in Figure 1-53. For the installation procedure, see
1.7.2.2 Installing Two RRUs.

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Figure 1-53 Two RRUs installed on a pole

Step 2 Install the third main bracket, and install the third RRU on the third main bracket,
as shown in Figure 1-54.

NOTICE

When installing the third main bracket, ensure that the arrows on the main
bracket are pointing down.

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Figure 1-54 Installing the third RRU onto the third main bracket

The main mounting bracket for installing a blade RRU can connect to the main
mounting bracket for installing a common RRU in the scenarios of adding RRUs,
as shown in Figure 1-55.

Figure 1-55 Connecting the main mounting bracket for a blade RRU to the main
mounting bracket for a common RRU

(1) Main mounting bracket for a blade RRU (2) Main mounting bracket for a common RRU

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Step 3 Install the second set of RRU mounting kits above or below the first set of RRU
mounting kits and maintain a space greater than or equal to the height of an RRU
between the two sets of brackets, as shown in Figure 1-56.

Figure 1-56 Installing the second set of RRU mounting kits

Step 4 Install the fourth RRU onto the fourth main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-57.

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Figure 1-57 Installing the fourth RRU onto the fourth main bracket

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1.7.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel

This section describes the process and precautions for installing an RRU on U-
steel. The RRU can be installed on the ground or tower. Only a single RRU can be
installed in reverse mode (recommended) or standard mode.

Prerequisites
● Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted
onto the tower. For details, see 1.6.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
● The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Context
Figure 1-58 shows the top view of the RRU installed on U-steel.

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NOTICE

When the width of the narrower edges of the U-steel is less than 40 mm (1.57
in.), only the a and b modes are supported.

Figure 1-58 Top view of the RRU

(1) U-steel

Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the mounting kit.
● If the RRU must be installed on U-steel secured on a tower, see 1.3.5.1
Clearance for a Single RRU to determine a position.
● If the RRU must be installed on U-steel secured on the ground, see Figure
1-59 to determine a position.

Figure 1-59 Distance between the main bracket and the ground

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As shown in the figure above, it is recommended that the mounting kits be

installed at a position 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600 mm (59.06 in.) high above
the ground. If the space is insufficient, only the 1.3.5 Installation Clearance
Requirements of an RRU needs to be provided.
Step 2 Loosen the two M10 nuts on the mounting kits and move the M10x150 bolt out
of the trough on the auxiliary bracket, as shown in Figure 1-60.

Figure 1-60 Moving the bolt out of the trough

Step 3 Slide the main and auxiliary brackets onto the U-steel and fit a bolt into the
trough, as shown in Figure 1-61.

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrows on the main bracket are pointing up.

Figure 1-61 Sliding the main and auxiliary brackets onto the U-steel

Step 4 Use a 16 mm (0.63 in.) torque wrench to tighten the two M10 nuts to 40 N·m
(354.03 lbf·in.) so that the main and auxiliary brackets are tightly secured onto the
U-steel, as shown in Figure 1-62.

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NOTICE

Tighten the nuts on the two bolts alternatively. After the main and auxiliary
brackets are secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both
sides and ensure that the spacing is the same on the two sides.

Figure 1-62 Securing the main and auxiliary brackets onto the U-steel

(1) Plastic cap

Step 5 Adjust the position for installing the attachment plate.

● (Recommended) If the RRU is installed in reverse mode, and use an M6 inner
hexagon torque screwdriver to remove the attachment plate from one side of
the RRU, reinstall the attachment plate onto the front of the RRU, and tighten
the stainless screws to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 1-63.

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Figure 1-63 Installing the attachment plate onto the front of the RRU

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrow on the attachment plate faces upwards during
reinstallation. If there is no arrow, ensure that the bolt side of the attachment
plate faces upwards.

● If the RRU is installed in standard mode, install the transit card for RRU
installation in standard mode by following the instruction in the installation
guide delivered with the transit card.
Step 6 Install the RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-64.

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Figure 1-64 Installing the RRU onto the main bracket (using the reverse mode as
an example)

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1.7.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing an RRU on the
angle steel. The RRU can be installed on the ground or tower. Only a single RRU
can be installed in reverse mode (recommended) or standard mode.

Prerequisites
● Before you install an RRU on a tower, the RRU and mounting kits are hoisted
onto the tower. For details, see 1.6.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
● The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Context
Figure 1-65 shows the top view of the RRU installed on angle steel.

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Figure 1-65 Top view of the RRU

(1) Angle steel

Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the mounting kit.
● If the RRU must be installed on angle steel secured on a tower, see 1.3.5.1
Clearance for a Single RRU to determine a position.
● If the RRU must be installed on angle steel secured on the ground, see Figure
1-66 to determine a position.

Figure 1-66 Distance between the mounting kit and the ground

As shown in the figure above, it is recommended that the mounting kits be

installed at a position 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600 mm (59.06 in.) high above
the ground. If the space is insufficient, only the 1.3.5 Installation Clearance
Requirements of an RRU needs to be provided.

Step 2 Loosen the two M10 nuts on the mounting kits and move the M10x150 bolt out
of the trough on the auxiliary bracket, as shown in Figure 1-67.

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Figure 1-67 Moving the bolt out of the trough

Step 3 Slide the main and auxiliary brackets onto the angle steel and fit a bolt into the
trough, as shown in Figure 1-68.

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrows on the main bracket are pointing up.

Figure 1-68 Sliding the main and auxiliary brackets onto the angle steel

Step 4 Use a 16 mm (0.63 in.) torque wrench to tighten the two M10 nuts to 40 N·m
(354.03 lbf·in.) so that the main and auxiliary brackets are tightly secured onto the
angle steel, as shown in Figure 1-69.

NOTICE

Tighten the nuts on the two bolts alternatively. After the main and auxiliary
brackets are secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both
sides and ensure that the spacing is the same on the two sides.

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Figure 1-69 Securing the main and auxiliary brackets onto the angle steel

(1) Plastic cap

Step 5 Adjust the position for installing the attachment plate.

● (Recommended) If the RRU is installed in reverse mode, and use an M6 inner
hexagon torque screwdriver to remove the attachment plate from one side of
the RRU, reinstall the attachment plate onto the front of the RRU, and tighten
the stainless screws to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 1-70.

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Figure 1-70 Installing the attachment plate onto the front of the RRU

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrow on the attachment plate faces upwards during
reinstallation. If there is no arrow, ensure that the bolt side of the attachment
plate faces upwards.

● If the RRU is installed in standard mode, install the transit card for RRU
installation in standard mode by following the instruction in the installation
guide delivered with the transit card.
Step 6 Install the RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-71.

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Figure 1-71 Installing the RRU onto the main bracket (using the reverse mode as
an example)

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1.7.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on a
wall.

Prerequisites
The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.

Context
The wall on which RRUs are installed must meet the following requirements:
● For each RRU, the wall must be able to bear a weight four times the RRU's
weight and the bolts' pulling force of 1.25 kN (281.25 lbf) vertical to the wall.
● Expansion bolts must be tightened to 15 N·m (132.76 lbf·in.) so that the bolts
stay secured without damaging the wall.
● Walls (such as hollow bricks and thermal insulation walls) that do not meet
the load-bearing requirements may be damaged or experience bolt loosening.
As a result, devices may fall off. In this case, select an appropriate installation
mode based on the site conditions.

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the plastic cap, M10 nut, spring washer, thick flat washer, auxiliary
bracket, and M10x150 bolt one by one. Reserve the main bracket for the wall-
mounted installation.

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Step 2 Place the main bracket against the wall, use a level to verify that the main bracket
is placed horizontally, and use a maker to mark anchor points, as shown in Figure
1-72.

Figure 1-72 Marking anchor points

(1) Level (2) Main bracket (3) RRU

As shown in the figure above, it is recommended that the main bracket be

installed at a position 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600 mm (59.06 in.) high above the
ground. If the space is insufficient, only the 1.3.5 Installation Clearance
Requirements of an RRU needs to be provided.
Step 3 Figure 1-73 shows the expansion bolt assemblies. Drill holes at the anchor points,
and then install expansion bolt assemblies, as shown in Figure 1-74.

Take proper safety measures to protect your eyes and respiratory tract against the
dust before drilling holes.

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Figure 1-73 Expansion bolt assembly

(1) M8x85 bolt (2) Spring washer (3) Plastic tube (4) Flat washer 8 (5) Expansion
8 tube

Figure 1-74 Drilling a hole and inserting an expansion bolt assembly

1. Use a hammer drill with a Ф12 bit to drill holes vertically at the marked
anchor points with the depth ranging from 55 mm (2.17 in.) to 60 mm (2.36
in.), use a vacuum cleaner to clear the dust out from inside and around the
holes, and measure the distances between holes. If any of the holes is beyond
the acceptable range, mark a new anchor point and drill a new hole.
2. Tighten an expansion bolt slightly and place it vertically into each hole.
3. Hit the expansion bolt with a rubber mallet until the expansion tube
completely enters the hole.

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4. Partially tighten the expansion bolts clockwise.

5. Rotate the bolts counterclockwise to loosen them, and remove each M8x85
bolt, spring washer, plastic tube, and flat washer in sequence. After removing
the expansion bolts, dispose of the plastic tubes.
Step 4 Use the removed flat washers, spring washers, and two M8x85 expansion bolts to
secure the main bracket onto the holes. Then use an M8 torque socket to tighten
the expansion bolts with a torque of 15 N·m (132.76 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure
1-75.

NOTICE

Ensure that the arrows on the main bracket are pointing down.

Figure 1-75 Installing the main bracket

(1) M8x85 expansion bolt (2) Spring washer (3) Flat washer

Step 5 Install the RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 1-76.

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Figure 1-76 Installing the RRU onto the main bracket

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1.7.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06/IFS5906

For details about how to install an RRU on an IFS06, see section "RRU Installation
" in IFS06 Installation Guide. For details about how to install an RRU on an
IFS5906, see section "RRU Installation" in IFS5906 Installation Guide.

1.8 Installing RRU Cables

This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.

1.8.1 Cabling Requirements

Cables must be routed according to specified cabling requirements to prevent
signal interference.

If a cable listed below is not required, skip the cabling requirements of the cable.

General Cabling Requirements

Bending radius requirements
● The bending radius of a 7/8'' feeder must be greater than 250 mm (9.84 in.),
and the bending radius of a 5/4'' feeder must be greater than 380 mm (14.96
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● The bending radius of a 1/4'' jumper must be greater than 35 mm (1.38 in.).
The bending radius of a super-flexible 1/2'' jumper must be greater than 50
mm (1.97 in.), and the bending radius of an ordinary 1/2'' jumper must be
greater than 127 mm (5 in.).
● The bending radius of a power cable or PGND cable must be at least three
times the cable diameter.
● The bending radius of an optical fiber is at least 20 times its diameter, and the
bending radius of a breakout cable is at least 30 mm (1.18 in.).
● The bending radius of an E1/T1 cable must be at least three times its
diameter.
● The bending radius of a signal cable must be at least five times its diameter.

Cable binding requirements

● Cables of the same type must be bound together.
● Different types of cables must be separately routed and bound.
● The cables must be bound tightly and neatly. The sheaths of the cables must
not be damaged.
● The cable ties must face the same direction, and those at the same horizontal
line must be in a straight line.
● The excess of the indoor cable ties needs to be cut off. A 5 mm (0.20 in.)
excess needs to be reserved for each outdoor cable tie, without any sharp
edges.
● After cables are installed, labels or nameplates must be attached to the cables
at their ends, curves, and interconnection positions.

Security requirements
● When routing cables, avoid sharp objects or sharp edges on the wall. If
necessary, use tubes to protect the cables.
● When routing cables, keep the cables away from heat sources and use heat
insulation materials to insulate the cables from the heat sources.
● Reserve a proper distance (0.1 m or 0.33 ft is recommended) between
equipment and cables, especially at the cable curves to protect the cables and
equipment.

Indoor cabling requirements

● Cables are routed indoors through the feeder window.
● Reserve drip loops for all cables outside the feeder window before routing
them into the room. Ensure that the radiuses of the drip loops are greater
than or equal to the minimum bending radiuses of the cables.
● When routing a cable into the room, ensure that a person is assisting you in
the room.
● Apply waterproof treatment to the feeder window.

Outdoor Cabling Requirements

● After being connected to a ground clip on power cables, a ground cable must
be routed downwards to prevent water from entering the equipment to which
the power cables connect.

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● Protect outdoor cables against potential damage. For example, put the cables
through tubes.
● The cables to be protected include AC power cables, transmission cables, and
cables routed underground.
● When routing cables through tubes on the ground below the cabinet, put a
30 mm to 50 mm (1.18 in. to 1.97 in.) length of the tubes into the base of the
cabinet but do not put the tubes into the cabinet. Use waterproof tape or
waterproof silicon gel to block both ends of the tubes and use sheet metal
tabs to secure the tubes to the cable holes in the base.
● When routing cables through tubes along a metal cable trough below the
cabinet, do not put the tubes into the base of the cabinet but cover the cable
trough and connect the tubes to the cable holes in the base.
● When routing RRU/AAU cables, ensure that the highest positions of the routes
of all cables (except RF cables and AISG cables) are lower than the bottom of
the module. This prevents water from entering the maintenance cavity of the
module along the cables.
● Use clips to secure cables outdoors. For the method of installing a clip, see the
installation guide delivered with the clip.
● Arrange cables neatly along the routing direction and use clips to secure the
cables.
● Determine the positions where the clips are installed according to the actual
situation. For example, 7/8" feeders are secured with clips at an interval of 1.5
m to 2 m (4.92 ft to 6.56 ft), CPRI/Ir optical fibers and power cables are
secured with clips at an interval of 1 m to 1.5 m (3.28 ft to 4.92 ft). Ensure
that the clips are evenly spaced and face the same direction.
● When fastening cables with a clip, ensure that the cables are aligned neatly
and are routed through the holes in the clip. Do not stretch the cables too
tightly.
● Cable ties are used to assist in binding cables. One cable tie can bind a
maximum of two cables.
There are two types of clips which are described as follows:
● A 3-hole clip is shown by illustration a in the following figure. It is often used
to fasten feeders.
● A 6-hole clip is shown by illustration b in the following figure. It is often used
to fasten power cables and CPRI/Ir optical fibers.
– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 12 AWG/4 mm2 (0.006 in.2)/10 AWG, or the power cable has
non-round core wires with the cross-sectional area of 12 AWG/4 mm2
(0.006 in.2)/10 AWG/6 mm2 (0.009 in.2)/8 AWG/7 AWG, the 6-hole clip
does not require the removal of the rubber tube in the cable hole for a
power cable. The 6-hole clip matches 3.3–8.3 mm2 (0.005–0.013 in.2)
RRU/AAU power cables.
– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 6 mm2 (0.009 in.2)/8 AWG, or the power cable has non-round
core wires with the cross-sectional area of 10 mm2 (0.016 in.2), the 6-
hole clip requires the removal of the rubber tube in the cable hole for a
power cable. The 6-hole clip matches 3.3–8.3 mm2 (0.005–0.013 in.2)
RRU/AAU power cables.

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– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 12 AWG/4 mm2 (0.006 in.2)/10 AWG, or the power cable has
non-round core wires with the cross-sectional area of 12 AWG/4 mm2
(0.006 in.2)/10 AWG/6 mm2 (0.009 in.2)/8 AWG/7 AWG/5 AWG, the 6-
hole clip does not require the removal of the rubber tube in the cable
hole for a power cable. The 6-hole clip matches 3.3–10 mm2 (0.005–0.016
in.2) RRU/AAU power cables.
– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 6 mm2 (0.009 in.2)/8 AWG/10 mm2 (0.016 in.2), or the power
cable has non-round core wires with the cross-sectional area of 16 mm2
(0.025 in.2), the 6-hole clip requires the removal of the rubber tube in the
cable hole for a power cable. The 6-hole clip matches 3.3–10 mm2
(0.005–0.016 in.2) RRU/AAU power cables.
– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 6 AWG/16 mm2 (0.025 in.2), the 6-hole clip does not require the
removal of the rubber tube in the cable hole for a power cable. The 6-
hole clip matches 13.3–25 mm2 (0.021–0.039 in.2) RRU/AAU power
cables.
– If the RRU/AAU power cable has round core wires with the cross-sectional
area of 4 AWG/25 mm2 (0.039 in.2), the 6-hole clip requires the removal
of the rubber tube in the cable hole for a power cable. The 6-hole clip
matches 13.3–25 mm2 (0.021–0.039 in.2) RRU/AAU power cables.

Figure 1-77 Exterior of the clips

(1) Cable hole for a (2) Cable hole for a CPRI/Ir (3) Cable hole for a (4) Rubber tube
feeder optical fiber power cable

The following figure shows the cables secured on a cable tray.

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Figure 1-78 Cables secured on a cable tray

(a) 3-hole clip (b) 6-hole clip

The following figure shows the cables secured on a tower.

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Figure 1-79 Cables secured on a tower

(a) 3-hole clip (b) 6-hole clip

Special Cabling Requirements

Cabling of power cables
● Power cables must be installed in the position specified in engineering design
documents.
● If the length of a cable cannot meet the requirement, replace the cable rather
than adding connectors or soldering joints to lengthen the cables.
● Cables can only be routed under well-planned instructions. The cabling
activities are allowed only when qualified personnel and communication
facilities are available.
● Do not circle or twist cables.

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● After routing a DC power cable onto the platform on a tower, route it along
the shortest path to the rails surrounding the platform, and route it along the
inside of the rails.
● After routing a DC power cable close to the equipment on a tower, use clips
to secure the power cable onto a pole or the rails surrounding the platform.
Ensure the position where the power cable is secured is less than 1.5 m (4.92
ft) away from the equipment to which the power cable connects.
Cabling of PGND cables
● PGND cables for a base station must be connected to the same group of
ground bars.
● PGND cables cannot be routed overhead outdoors. All PGND cables must be
buried in the ground or laid out indoors.
● The external conductor of the coaxial wire and the shield layer of the shielded
cable must have proper electrical contact with the metal surface of the
equipment to which they are connected.
● PGND cables and signal cables must be installed with a certain distance
reserved between them to prevent interference from each other.
● Switches or fuses must not be installed on the PGND cables.
● Other devices must not be used for electrical connections of the PGND cables.
● All the metal parts in the housing of the equipment must be reliably
connected to the ground terminal.
Cabling of E1 cables
● E1 cables cannot be crossed with power cables, PGND cables, or RF cables
when being laid out. If transmission cables are routed with power cables,
PGND cables, or RF cables in parallel, the spacing between them must be
greater than 30 mm (1.18 in.).
● E1 cables are routed straightly and bound neatly with cable ties.
● Sufficient slack is provided in E1 cables at turns.
● E1 cables cannot be pressed by the cabinet door when routed through the
cabinet. The following figure shows both correct and incorrect ways of routing
the cables.

Figure 1-80 E1 cables routed in the cabinet

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Cabling of optical fibers

● At least three persons are required for routing optical fibers. The cabling
activities of optical fibers are allowed only when qualified personnel and
communication facilities are available.
● The operating temperature of optical fibers ranges from –40ºC to +60ºC (–40º
F to +140ºF). If the actual temperature is beyond this range, take protective
measures or select another route.
● Do not circle or twist cables.
● Do not bind optical fibers at the position where they bend.
● Do not stretch, step on, or place heavy objects on optical fibers. Keep the
optical fibers away from sharp objects.
● When optical fibers are routed, the excess of the optical fibers must be coiled
around special equipment, such as a fiber coiler.
● An optical jumper must be bound using binding straps. If an optical fiber
needs to be secured in a cabinet or a piece of equipment, use binding straps
to bind it and then use cable ties to secure the binding straps to the cabinet
or equipment. Ensure that the optical fibers can flexibly move in the cable
ties. Right angle bending is not allowed. The following figure shows the
correct and incorrect manners of binding optical fibers.

Figure 1-81 Binding optical fibers

● When coiling optical fibers, apply even strength. Do not bend the optical
fibers with force.
● Unused optical connectors must be covered with dustproof caps.
● The optical fibers must not be pressed by the door of the cabinet when
routed, as shown in the following figures.

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Figure 1-82 CPRI/Ir optical fibers routed in the cabinet (1)

Figure 1-83 CPRI/Ir optical fibers routed in the cabinet (2)

Figure 1-84 FE/GE optical fibers routed in the cabinet

● After routing an optical fiber onto the platform on a tower, route it along the
shortest path to the rails surrounding the platform, and route it along the
inside of the rails.

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● After routing an optical fiber near the equipment on a tower, use clips to
secure the optical fiber onto a pole or the rails surrounding the platform.
Ensure that the distance between the equipment and the position where the
optical fiber is secured is not too long.
● Coil the excess of the optical fibers near the equipment on the tower before
securing the cables onto the tower.

1.8.2 RRU Cable Connections

This section describes RRU cable connections.

The RRU does not support power cable cascading.

When an AISG multi-wire cable is long enough to connect the RRU and the RCU,
an AISG extension cable is no need to use.

Figure 1-85 and Figure 1-86 show the cable connections of a single-mode RRU.

When the following scenarios need to be monitored by RRUs,

● If the external power supply system needs to be monitored and supports modulating
RS485 and dry contact alarm signals using power cables, you do not need to install
the MEB.
● In other scenarios, you need to install MEB. For details about MEB and MEB cable
installation, see MEB06D User Guide.

Figure 1-85 Cable connections of a single-mode RRU (MEB not installed)

(1) RRU PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU AISG multi-wire cable

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(4) RRU AISG extension cable (5) RRU power cable (6) CPRI optical fiber

Figure 1-86 Cable connections of a single-mode RRU (MEB installed)

(1) RRU PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU AISG multi-wire cable

(4) RRU AISG extension cable (5) RRU power cable (6) CPRI optical fiber

(7) MEB power cable (8) MEB alarm cable -

Figure 1-87 shows the cable connections of a multimode RRU.

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Figure 1-87 Cable connections of a multimode RRU

(1) RRU PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU AISG multi-wire cable

(4) RRU AISG extension cable (5) RRU power cable (6) CPRI optical fiber

Figure 1-88 shows the cable connections of multiple single-mode RRUs.

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Figure 1-88 Cable connections of multiple single-mode RRUs

(1) RRU PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU power cable

(4) CPRI optical fiber - -

1.8.3 Installing RRU Cables

This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.
Figure 1-89 shows the procedure for installing RRU cables.

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Figure 1-89 Procedure for installing RRU cables

1.8.4 RRU Cable List

This section describes RRU cable connections.

Table 1-6 lists RRU cables.

Table 1-6 RRU cables

Cable One End The Other End

Connector Installation Connector Installation

Position Position

RRU PGND OT terminal Ground OT terminal Ground

Cable (M6, 16 mm2 terminal on (M8, 16 mm2 terminal on
or 0.025 in.2) the RRU or 0.025 in.2) the ground
bar

RRU Power Female fast NEG(-) and Depending on External

Cable connector RTN(+) the power power
(pressfit type ports on the supply equipment
or screw-free RRU equipment
type)

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Cable One End The Other End

Connector Installation Connector Installation

Position Position

CPRI Fiber DLC connector ● CPRI0 DLC connector ● CPRI port

Optic Cable port on on a board
the RRU in the BBU
● CPRI1 or CPRI1
port on port on the
the RRU upper-level
RRU
● CPRI0 port
on the
lower-level
RRU or
CPRI port
on a board
in the BBU

RRU RF 4.3-10 male RF ports on 4.3-10 male Antenna

Jumper connector the RRU connector or system
DIN male
connector
NOTICE
Select cables
based on the
type of the
connector at
the other end
of the cable
on live
networks.

RRU AISG DB9 RET port on Standard AISG Standard AISG

Multi-Wire waterproof the RRU female male
Cable male connector connector on
connector the RCU or on
the AISG
extension
cable

RRU AISG Standard AISG Standard Standard AISG Standard AISG

Extension male AISG female female male
Cable connector connector connector connector on
on the AISG the RCU
multi-wire
cable

1.8.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU PGND cable.

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Context
The cross-sectional area of an RRU PGND cable is 16 mm2 (0.025 in.2). The cable
has an M6 OT terminal at one end and an M8 terminal at the other end.

Install RRU PGND cables by strictly following the following operations. Otherwise,
damage to the RRU or personal injury may occur.

Procedure
Step 1 According to the actual cable route, cut the PGND cable into a proper length to
prepare an RRU PGND cable. Then, add an OT terminal at each end of the cable
according to the instructions in section "Assembling the OT Terminal and the
Power Cable" in Installation Reference.
Step 2 Install the RRU PGND cable.
Connect the M6 OT terminal at one end of the PGND cable to the ground
terminal at the RRU bottom and the M8 OT terminal at the other end to the
external ground bar, as shown in Figure 1-90.

Figure 1-90 Installing an RRU PGND cable

Crimp OT terminals in correct positions, as shown in Figure 1-91.

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Figure 1-91 Correct position of an OT terminal

Step 3 Label the installed cables according to the instructions in section "Attaching a
Cable-Tying Label" in Installation Reference.

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1.8.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU RF jumper.

Context
For details about connections between RRU ports and antenna ports, see the RF
cable connection section for the corresponding RRU in RRU Hardware Description.

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the 4.3-10 straight male connector on the RRU RF jumper to the antenna
port, and use a torque wrench to tighten the connector to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) to
15 N·m (132.74 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 1-92.

NOTICE

On AC-powered electric railways, such as high-speed railways, when leaky cables

are connected to RRUs installed in tunnels, high-voltage-resistance DC blocks
must be installed between RRU RF jumpers and the leaky cables to protect the
RRUs against damage.

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Figure 1-92 Installing an RRU RF jumper

Step 2 Connect the other end of the RRU RF jumper to the external antenna system.
Before installation, check whether the connector at the other end is a 4.3-10
straight male connector or DIN male connector.
Step 3 Waterproof the connectors of the RF jumper by referring to Figure 1-93 (method
1) or Figure 1-94 (method 2), depending on the delivered materials.

● Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the length of the tape
becomes twice its original length.
● Do not stretch the PVC insulation tape when wrapping the PVC insulation tape.
● Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer
of tape overlaps more than 50% of the preceding layer. Ensure that neighboring layers are
stuck to each other.
● Ensure that the adhesive surface of the tape overlaps the lower layer.
● When cutting off the cable ties, reserve a redundant length of 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2
in.).

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Figure 1-93 Waterproofing a connector of the RF jumper (method 1)

(1) Waterproof tape (2) PVC insulation tape

1. Wrap three layers of waterproof tape on the connector, first from bottom up,
then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Start wrapping the
connector at a position 50 mm (1.97 in.) away below the bottom of the
connector to the top of the connector, first from bottom up, then from top
down, and finally from bottom up. Cut off the redundant tape after three
layers are wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
2. Wrap three layers of PVC insulation tape. Start the wrapping at a position 30
mm (1.18 in.) away below the bottom of the waterproof tape to the top of
the connector, first from bottom up, then from top down, and finally from
bottom up. Cut off the redundant tape after three layers are wrapped. Wrap
each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
3. Start binding cable ties to the cable at a position 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm
(0.2 in.) away from one end of the PVC insulation tape.

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Figure 1-94 Waterproofing a connector of the RF jumper (method 2)

(1) PVC insulation tape

1. Wrap each connector with three layers of PVC insulation tape, starting at a
position 50 mm (1.97 in.) away below the bottom of the connector to the top
of the connector, first from bottom up, then from top down, and finally from
bottom up. Then, cut the tape when the three layers of the waterproof tape
are wrapped. In this process, ensure that the ends of each layer are pressed
tightly.
2. Bundle cable ties 3 mm to 5 mm away from the end of PVC insulation tape.
Step 4 Check the dustproof caps on antenna connectors. In outdoor scenarios, dustproof
caps must be waterproofed, as shown in Figure 1-95 (method 1) or Figure 1-96
(method 2), depending on the delivered materials.

NOTICE

Do not remove dustproof caps from vacant antenna connectors.

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● Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the length of the tape
becomes twice its original length.
● Do not stretch the PVC insulation tape when wrapping the PVC insulation tape.
● Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer
of tape overlaps more than 50% of the preceding layer. Ensure that neighboring layers are
stuck to each other.
● Ensure that the adhesive surface of the tape overlaps the lower layer.
● When cutting off the cable ties, reserve a redundant length of 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2
in.).

Figure 1-95 Waterproofing a dustproof cap (method 1)

(1) Dustproof cap (2) Waterproof tape (3) PVC insulation tape

1. Verify that dustproof caps are not removed.

2. Wrap three layers of waterproof tape on the connector, first from bottom up,
then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Wrap each connector with
three layers of waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from top down, and
finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of the
tape are already wrapped. Cut off the redundant tape after three layers are
wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
3. Wrap three layers of PVC insulation tape. Wrap each connector with three
layers of waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from top down, and finally
from bottom up. Do not cut the tape until all the three layers of the tape are
already wrapped. Cut off the redundant tape after three layers are wrapped.
Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
4. Start binding cable ties to the cable at a position 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm
(0.2 in.) away from one end of the PVC insulation tape.

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Figure 1-96 Waterproofing a dustproof cap (method 2)

(1) Dustproof cap (2) PVC insulation tape

1. Verify that dustproof caps are not removed.

2. Wrap three layers of PVC insulation tape on the connector, first from bottom
up, then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Then, cut the tape when
the three layers of the waterproof tape are wrapped. In this process, ensure
that the ends of each layer are pressed tightly.
3. Bundle cable ties 3 mm to 5 mm away from the end of PVC insulation tape.
Step 5 Route the cables according to the instructions in section "Cabling Requirements".
Step 6 Label the installed cables according to the instructions in section "Attaching a Sign
Plate Label" in Installation Reference.
Step 7 Attach color-coding to the installed RF jumper according to the instructions in
section "Attaching a Color-coding Label" in Installation Reference.

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1.8.7 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG

Extension Cable
This section describes the procedures for installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable
and AISG extension cable.

Context
● When an AISG multi-core cable is not long enough to connect the RRU and
the remote control unit (RCU), an AISG extension cable is used to extend the
AISG multi-core cable. When an AISG multi-wire cable is long enough to
connect the RRU and the RCU, an AISG extension cable is no need to use.
● The exterior of AISG multi-wire cable in this section is only for reference. The
actual AISG multi-wire cable may be different.

Procedure
● Install an AISG multi-wire cable that is not configured with an AISG extension
cable.

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a. Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof

cap on the RET port and remove the dustproof cap.
b. Link the waterproofed DB9 connector at one end of the AISG multi-wire
cable to the RET port on the RRU bottom, as shown in Figure 1-97.

Figure 1-97 Installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable

c. Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the

waterproof DB9 connector to 0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).
d. Connect the other end of the cable to the standard AISG male connector
on the RCU.
e. Route the cables according to the instructions in section "Cabling
Requirements".
f. Label the installed cables according to the instructions in section
"Attaching an L-Shaped Label" in Installation Reference.
● Install an AISG multi-wire cable that is configured with an AISG extension
cable.
a. Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof
cap on the RET port and remove the dustproof cap.
b. Link the waterproofed DB9 connector at one end of the AISG multi-wire
cable to the RET port on the RRU bottom, and link the other end to the
standard AISG male connector of the AISG extension cable, as shown in
Figure 1-98.

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Figure 1-98 Installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable

c. Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the

waterproof DB9 connector to 0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).
d. Connect the other end of the AISG extension cable to the standard AISG
male connector on the RCU, as shown in Figure 1-99.

Figure 1-99 Installing an RRU AISG extension cable

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e. Waterproof the joint of the AISG multi-wire cable and AISG extension
cable.

● Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the length of the
tape becomes twice its original length.
● Do not stretch the PVC insulation tape when wrapping the PVC insulation tape.
● Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that
each layer of tape overlaps more than 50% of the preceding layer. Ensure that
neighboring layers are stuck to each other.
● Ensure that the adhesive surface of the tape overlaps the lower layer.
● When cutting off the cable ties, reserve a redundant length of 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5
mm (0.2 in.).

Figure 1-100 Waterproofing the connector on the AISG multi-wire cable

(1) Waterproof tape (2) PVC insulation tape

f. Route the cables according to the instructions in section "Cabling

Requirements".
g. Label the installed cables according to the instructions in section
"Attaching an L-Shaped Label" in Installation Reference.

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1.8.8 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity

This section describes the procedure for opening the cover plate of an RRU cabling
cavity.

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Procedure
Step 1 Wear ESD gloves.

NOTICE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear ESD gloves, to prevent
electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

Step 2 Use an M4 Phillips screwdriver to rotate the locking screw on the cover plate of
the cabling cavity 90 degrees counterclockwise to unlock the cover plate. Then,
pull the handle outwards to open the RRU cabling cavity, as shown in Figure
1-101.

NOTICE

Do not use the electric screwdriver to rotate the locking screw. Otherwise, the
cross recess may be scratched.

Figure 1-101 Opening the cover plate of the RRU cabling cavity

(1) Locking screw

Figure 1-102 shows the internal structure of the cabling cavity.

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Figure 1-102 RRU cabling cavity

(1) Cover plate of the cabling (2) Cabling cavity (3) Label for preparing the
cavity power cable

(4) Cable clip (5) Power cable trough (6) Waterproof rubber strip

(7) Waterproof block (8) Optical cable troughs at the -

higher and lower levels

Step 3 Remove the waterproof block.

Remove only the waterproof blocks for the cables to be installed.

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1.8.9 Installing a CPRI Optical Fiber

This section describes the procedure for installing a CPRI optical fiber.

Prerequisites
Before the installation, single-mode optical modules can be distinguished from
multimode optical modules in either of the following ways:
● SM and MM labels on an optical module: SM indicates a single-mode optical
module, and MM indicates a multimode optical module.
● Color of the puller on an optical module: Blue indicates a single-mode optical
module, and black or gray indicates a multimode optical module.

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Context
A CPRI optical fiber transmits CPRI signals between a BBU and an RRU.
The optical modules to be installed must match CPRI rates.

NOTICE

● The performance of an optical module may deteriorate if it is exposed to the

air for a long time. Therefore, after installing the optical module and before
connecting the optical fiber, keep the dustproof cap in the port of the optical
module.
● Ensure that CPRI optical fibers are correctly connected before the RRU is
powered on. Otherwise, the RRU may become faulty, causing cells to fail to
provide services.
● The CPRI optical fibers must be correctly connected in one time during the
installation. Otherwise, the RRU may become faulty, causing cells to fail to
provide services.

Procedure
Step 1 Lower the pullers of two optical modules, insert one optical module into the CPRI0
port on the RRU and the other optical module into the CPRI port on the BBU, and
raise the pullers, as shown in Figure 1-103.

Figure 1-103 Installing an optical module

Step 2 Install CPRI optical fibers.

NOTICE

● After removing dustproof caps from the optical module and optical fiber
connector, insert the optical fiber into the optical module immediately (within
one minute) to avoid pollution of the optical module or optical fiber connector,
which may cause an optical module alarm.
● To avoid any damage to optical fibers, the fibers connected to the RRU must be
installed according to the installation process. For details about the installation
process, see 1.8.3 Installing RRU Cables.

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● When installing CPRI optical fibers for dual-fiber bidirectional optical modules,
remove the dustproof caps from the ports on the optical module and those
from the optical fiber connector, and connect the end labeled 1A and 1B on
the optical fiber to the optical modules on the RRU side, as shown in Figure
1-104. Connect the DLC ends labeled 2A and 2B to the CPRI port on the main
control board (such as the GTMU) or baseband processing board (such as the
WBBP) in the BBU.

Figure 1-104 Installing CPRI optical fibers for dual-fiber bidirectional optical
modules

To install two optical fibers, remove the waterproof rubber strip, route the first optical
fiber into the clip, and install the fiber in the lower-level cable trough. Cover the
waterproof rubber strip. Then, route the second optical fiber into the clip and install
the fiber in the higher-level cable trough, as shown in Figure 1-105.

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Figure 1-105 Installing two optical fibers

● When installing CPRI optical fibers for single-fiber bidirectional optical

modules, remove the dustproof caps from the ports on the optical module
and from the LC end labeled 1A on the optical cable, divide the DLC end into
two LC ends, and connect the end labeled 1A to the optical module on the
RRU side, as shown in Figure 1-106. Connect the other LC end labeled 2A to
the CPRI port on the main control board (such as the GTMU) or baseband
processing board (such as the WBBP) in the BBU.

Figure 1-106 Installing CPRI optical fibers for single-fiber bidirectional optical
modules

Step 3 Route the cables according to the instructions in section "Cabling Requirements".

Step 4 Label the installed fibers according to the instructions in section "Attaching an L-
Shaped Label" in Installation Reference.

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1.8.10 Installing an RRU Power Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU power cable.

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Prerequisites
● A female fast connector (pressfit type or screw-free type) is added to the RRU
power cable on the RRU side. For details, see 1.11.1 Adding a Female Fast
Connector (Pressfit Type) to the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side and
1.11.2 Adding a Female Fast Connector (Screw-free Type) to the RRU
Power Cable on the RRU Side.
● A connector is added to the RRU power cable on the power device side. For
details, see DBS3900&DBS5900 Installation Guide.

Context
If a power device provided by the customer is used, the recommended
specification of the circuit breaker on this power device is 30 A.

Table 1-7 describes RRU power cables.

Table 1-7 RRU power cables

Cable On the On the Power Color

RRU Side Device Side

RRU Female fast ● Female fast A cable with a black jacket and
power connector connector two wires inside
cable (pressfit (pressfit type) ● North American standards:
type or (When an EPS The RTN(+) wire is black and
screw-free or a DCDU-11B the NEG(-) wire is blue.
type) is configured.)
● European standards: The
● EPC5 connector RTN(+) wire is brown and the
(When a NEG(-) wire is blue.
DCDU-12B is
configured.) ● China: The RTN(+) wire is red
and the NEG(-) wire is blue.
● Bare Line
(When a
DCDU16D is
configured.)

● Before installing RRU power cables, ensure that the upper-level circuit breaker
is disconnected, and the power cable has no voltage.
● A drip loop is required for the position between the RRU port and the cable,
preventing rain from damaging the RRU.
● When installing the RRU power cable, connect the power cable to the RRU
connector first and then to the power equipment connector. Incorrect
connection sequence or reverse connection of positive and negative poles may
damage the RRU or cause personal injury.

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Procedure
Step 1 Connect the female fast connector (pressfit type and screw-free type) at one end
of the RRU power cable to the power supply socket on the RRU, as shown in the
following figure.

NOTICE

Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using
the clip.

Figure 1-107 Installing an RRU power cable (pressfit type for example)

Step 2 Connect the connector at the other end of the RRU power cable to the
corresponding position on the power device.

● A DCDU16D can supply power to a maximum of three RRUs. Ensure that the RRU power
cable is connected to one of LOAD0 to LOAD2 ports on the DCDU16D.
● When the EPU supplies power, the maximum number of RRUs that can be connected to
the EPU depends on the cabinet type. For details about RRU power cable connections,
see DBS3900&DBS5900 Installation Guide.
● When a DC power RRU is installed outdoors, the RRU power cable must be grounded
through the shield layer on the power supply equipment side. For details about how to
ground an RRU power cable on the power device side, see DBS3900&DBS5900
Installation Guide.

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Step 3 Route the cables according to the instructions in section "Cabling Requirements".

Step 4 Label the installed fibers according to the instructions in section "Attaching a
Cable-Tying Label" in Installation Reference.

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1.8.11 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity

This section describes the procedure for closing the cover plate of an RRU cabling
cavity.

Procedure
Step 1 Fasten the cables using clips, as shown in Figure 1-108.

NOTICE

Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using
the clip.

Figure 1-108 Fastening cables using clips

Step 2 Insert waterproof blocks into vacant cable troughs in the cabling cavity, ensure
that cables and waterproof blocks are properly inserted into troughs, as shown in
Figure 1-109.

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Figure 1-109 Correct placement of waterproof blocks

Step 3 Push the handle to close the cover plate of the cabling cavity. Then, use an M4
Phillips screwdriver to rotate the locking screw on the cover plate of the cabling
cavity 90 degrees clockwise shown in the following figure to lock the cover plate
of the cabling cavity, as shown in Figure 1-110.

NOTICE

● Do not use the electric screwdriver to rotate the locking screw. Otherwise, the
cross recess may be scratched.
● The RRU cabling cavity must be securely tightened to prevent water.

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Figure 1-110 Closing the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity

(1) Locking screw

Step 4 Take off the ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools.

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1.9 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation

Table 1-8 provides the checklist for the RRU hardware installation.

Table 1-8 Checklist for the RRU hardware installation

SN Item

1 The position for each device conforms to the engineering drawing and
meets the space requirement. Sufficient space is reserved for
equipment maintenance.

2 The RRU is securely installed.

3 The cover plate is securely installed on the RRU cabling cavity.

4 Waterproof blocks are securely installed in vacant cable troughs of the

RRU cabling cavity, and the cover plate for the cabling cavity is securely
installed. In addition, vacant RF ports are covered with dustproof caps
and the caps are tightened.

5 There are no connectors or joints on each power cable or PGND cable.

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SN Item

6 The terminals at two ends of each power cable or PGND cable are
securely soldered or crimped.

7 None of power cables and PGND cables can be short-circuited or

reversely connected. In addition, these cables are not damaged or
broken.

8 Power cables and PGND cables are separately bound from other cables.

9 The protection grounding of the RRU and the surge protection

grounding of the building share one group of ground conductors.

10 The connectors of each signal cable are intact and securely linked, and
these cables are not damaged or broken.

11 Labels are correct, legible, and complete at both ends of each cable,
feeder, and jumper.

12 All ground cables are properly grounded.

1.10 Powering On an RRU

After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.

NOTICE

After you unpack an RRU, you must power on it within 24 hours. If you power off
the RRU for maintenance, you must restore power to the RRU within 24 hours.

Figure 1-111 shows the RRU power-on check process.

For details about how to power on an RRU and how to power off an RRU, see
section "Powering-On the RRU" and section "Powering-Off the RRU" in RRU
Maintenance Guide.

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Figure 1-111 RRU power-on check process

(a) The normal input voltage of an RRU is -48 V DC. The voltage of the external power supply
should range from -36 V DC to -57 V DC.

(b) The RUN indicator on the RRU is on for 1s and off for 1s. The ALM indicator is steady off.

1.11 Appendix
This section describes the procedure for adding a connector to the RRU power
cable.

1.11.1 Adding a Female Fast Connector (Pressfit Type) to the

RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side
This section describes the procedure for adding a female fast connector (pressfit
type) to the RRU power cable on the RRU side.

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Context

Prepare the female fast connector (pressfit type) to an RRU Power Cable by
strictly following the following operations. Otherwise, damage to the RRU or
personal injury may occur.

Figure 1-112 shows the cable diagram on labels.

Figure 1-112 Cable diagram on labels

(1) Cable diagram on labels

Procedure
Step 1 Determine the length of the power cable for different operations based on the
labels, as shown in Figure 1-113.

Figure 1-113 Determining the length of the power cable

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Step 2 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable, as shown in Figure
1-114.

Figure 1-114 Stripping the specified length of sheath

Step 3 Strip a specified length of sheath off each core wire. The length must be
consistent with the length of the notch in the female fast connector (pressfit
Type), as shown in Figure 1-115.

Figure 1-115 Stripping the sheath off each core wire

Figure 1-116 Matched length

Step 4 Add a female fast connector (pressfit type) to two core wires.
1. Loosen the screws using a Phillips screwdriver, as shown in Figure 1-117.

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Figure 1-117 Loosening screws

2. Connect the blue core wire labeled NEG(-) to the - port and the black/red/
brown core wire labeled RTN(+) to the + port on the female fast connector
(pressfit type), and then tighten the screws using a Phillips screwdriver to 1.4
N·m (12.39 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 1-118. Colors of wires in RRU power
cables vary depending on regions. In figures of this section, the blue one is an
NEG(-) cable, and the black one is an RTN(+) one.

Do not reversely connect the positive and negative poles. Reverse connection
of positive and negative poles may result in equipment malfunctions or
personal injury. Therefore, check the power cable connection before powering
on the RRU.

Figure 1-118 Adding a female fast connector (pressfit type) to two core wires

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3. After the core wires are installed, ensure that each core wire is securely
installed after being dragged with a torque of 30 N and all copper wires are
inserted in the connector terminal socket.
Step 5 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable to expose the intact
shield layer, as shown in Figure 1-119.

Figure 1-119 Stripping the sheath off the power cable

Each core wire is exposed outside the female fast connector (pressfit type) for 1.5
mm (0.059 in.), as shown in Figure 1-120.

Figure 1-120 Inserting core wires into the female fast connector (pressfit type)

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1.11.2 Adding a Female Fast Connector (Screw-free Type) to

the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side
This section describes the procedure for adding a female fast connector (screw-
free type) to the RRU power cable on the RRU side.

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Context

Prepare the female fast connector (screw-free type) to an RRU Power Cable by
strictly following the following operations. Otherwise, damage to the RRU or
personal injury may occur.

Figure 1-121 shows the cable diagram on labels.

Figure 1-121 Cable diagram on labels

(1) Cable diagram on labels

Procedure
Step 1 Determine the length of the power cable for different operations based on the
cable diagram, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-122 Determining the length of the power cable

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Step 2 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable, as shown in the
following figure.

Figure 1-123 Stripping the specified length of sheath

Step 3 Strip the sheath off each core wire. Ensure that the length of the sheath stripped
off each core wire match the length of the female fast connector (screw-free
type), as shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-124 Stripping the sheath off each core wire

Figure 1-125 Matched length

Step 4 Insert the two core wires into a female fast connector (screw-free type).
1. Connect the blue core wire labeled NEG(-) to the "-" port and the black/
brown core wire labeled RTN(+) to the "+" port on the connector. Ensure that
the head of each core wire is in contact with the bottom of the terminal block
so that the clip can be automatically closed, as shown in the following figure.
The core wire is secured when you hear a click.

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Before powering on an RRU, check whether the positive and negative wires of
all power cables are correctly connected. Any reverse power cable connection
or short circuit of the positive and negative poles may cause damage to
equipment or unexpected injuries of human body.

Figure 1-126 Inserting the two core wires into a female fast connector
(screw-free type)

2. After the core wires are installed, ensure that each core wire is securely
installed after being dragged with a force of 30 N (6.75 lbf) and all copper
wires are inserted in the connector terminal socket.
3. View the transparent window of the power terminal to check whether the
power cable is properly inserted, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-127 Properly inserting the power cable

Step 5 Strip a specified length of sheath off the RRU power cable to expose the intact
shield layer, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 1-128 Stripping the sheath off the power cable

NOTICE

Each core wire must be exposed outside the female fast connector (screw-free
type) (ensure that the exposed part is not excessively long), and the connector
must not press the outer insulation layer of the power cable, as shown in the
following figure.

Figure 1-129 Inserting core wires into the female fast connector (screw-free type)

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Exception Handling
Remove the power cable, if the power terminal is damaged, the cable is damaged,
or other exceptions occur. Use a screwdriver to press the power terminal spring.
When you hear a click, remove the power cable.

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Figure 1-130 Pressing the spring on the power terminal

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