ION®-M4 19"and variants

Optical Remote Unit

User's Manual
M0143ALG
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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL 7

1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS 7

1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY 8

1.3. PROPERTY DAMAGE WARNINGS 9

1.4. COMPLIANCE 10

1.5. ABOUT COMMSCOPE 14

1.6. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT 15

2. INTRODUCTION 17

2.1. PURPOSE 17

2.2. ION-M4 19" RU - RF COVERAGE FOR 400 MHZ NETWORKS 17

3. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 19

3.1. GENERAL 19
3.1.1. ION-M4 19” 19
3.1.2. ION-M4/4 19” 20
3.1.3. ION-M4 19” with Redundancy 21
3.1.4. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19” 23

3.2. COMPONENTS OF THE ION-M4 19" SUBRACK 24

3.2.1. Alarm Card Drawer 28
3.2.2. OTRx Drawer 30
3.2.3. Crossband-Coupler Drawer (CBC) of ION-M4/4 19” 31
3.2.4. Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19” 31
3.2.5. Amplifier Drawer 32
3.2.6. PSU Drawer 32
3.2.7. Duplexers 33
3.2.7.1. Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 19” 33
3.2.7.2. Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19” 34
3.2.7.3. Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 R 19” 35
3.2.7.4. Duplexer/ LNA Drawer of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19” 36

4. COMMISSIONING 37

4.1. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 37

4.1.1. Health and Safety for Mechanical Installation 37
4.1.2. Property Damage Warnings for Mechanical Installation 37
4.1.3. 19 Inch Rack Mounting 38

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4.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 41

4.2.1. Health and Safety for Electrical Installation 41
4.2.2. Property Damage Warnings for Electrical Installation 41
4.2.3. Cabling and Connections 42
4.2.3.1. Connection of Alarm Card with Optical Switch 42
4.2.3.2. ION-M4 19” 43
4.2.3.3. ION-M4/4 19” 44
4.2.3.4. ION-M4 R 19” 45
4.2.3.5. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19” 47
4.2.4. External-Alarm Inputs and Outputs 48
4.2.5. External-Alarms Connector - PIN Assignment 49
4.2.6. Customer Power-Out Connector - PIN Assignment 50
4.2.7. Connection of the Antenna Cables 51
4.2.8. Cleaning Procedure for RF Cable Connectors 52
4.2.9. Antenna Cable Connector Assembly 54
4.2.10. Optical-Fiber-Cable Connection - Rules 56
4.2.11. Power Connection and Grounding 57
4.2.12. Commisioning Flowchart 59

5. ALARMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 61

6. MAINTENANCE 62

6.1. GENERAL 62

6.2. REPLACEMENT OF COMPONENTS 63

6.2.1. Replacement of Power Supply Plug-in Drawers 64

7. APPENDIX 65

7.1. LAYOUT 65
7.1.1. ION-M4 19” 65
7.1.2. ION-M4/4 19” 66
7.1.3. ION-M4 R 19” 68
7.1.4. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19” 68

7.2. SPECIFICATIONS 69
7.2.1. Electrical Specifications 69
7.2.1.1. ION-M4 19”, ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, and ION-M4 R 19” 69
7.2.1.2. ION-M4/4 19” 71
7.2.2. Mechanical Specifications 73
7.2.3. Environmental and Safety Specifications 73

7.3. SPARE PARTS 74

8. INDEX 75

9. LIST OF CHANGES 76

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FIGURES AND TABLES

figure 3-1 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 19" RU ................................................ 19

figure 3-2 Basic configuration of an ION-M4/4 19" RU ............................................. 20
figure 3-3 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 R 19" RU with redundancy module ..... 21
figure 3-4 Fiber redundancy options of an ION-M4 19" RU ...................................... 22
figure 3-5 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" RU ............................. 23
figure 3-6 Cabinet of ION-M4 19”, front view ............................................................ 24
figure 3-7 Cabinet of ION-M4/4 19”, front view ......................................................... 25
figure 3-8 Cabinet of a ION-M4 19” with redundancy module, front view ................. 26
figure 3-9 Cabinet of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, front view ......................................... 27
figure 3-10 Alarm Card for RU (standard version) .................................................... 28
figure 3-11 Alarm Card for RU with optical switch .................................................... 29
figure 3-12 OTRx Drawer, front view ........................................................................ 30
figure 3-13 Crossband-Coupler Drawer, front view................................................... 31
figure 3-14 Redundancy Drawer ............................................................................... 31
figure 3-15 PSU Drawer, front view .......................................................................... 32
figure 3-16 Duplexer Drawer, front view ................................................................... 33
figure 3-17 Duplexer, rear view, additional isolator ................................................... 33
figure 3-18 Duplexer subrack of ION-M4/4 19”, front view ........................................ 34
figure 3-19 Duplexer Subrack, top view, additional isolator ...................................... 34
figure 3-20 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4 R 19" ........................................................ 35
figure 3-21 Duplexer Drawer, front view ................................................................... 36
figure 3-22 Duplexer, rear view, additional isolator ................................................... 36
figure 4-1 Components for rack mounting................................................................. 39
figure 4-2 Hooking in cage nuts ................................................................................ 39
figure 4-3 Cage nuts mounted .................................................................................. 39
figure 4-4 Hooking in guide rails ............................................................................... 40
figure 4-5 Guide rail installed .................................................................................... 40
figure 4-6 Fastening ION-M4 on guide rails, exemplary ........................................... 40
figure 4-7 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 19” with fiber redundancy, front view 42
figure 4-8 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 19”, front view ................................... 43
figure 4-9 Connections of ION-M4 19”, schematic view ............................................ 43
figure 4-10 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4/4 19”, front view .............................. 44
figure 4-11 Connections of ION-M4/4 19”, schematic view ....................................... 45
figure 4-12 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 R 19”, front view ............................. 45
figure 4-13 Connections of ION-M4 R 19”, schematic view ...................................... 46
figure 4-14 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, front view .............. 47
figure 4-15 Connections of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, schematic view ...................... 47
figure 4-16 Alarm inputs (optocoupler) ..................................................................... 48
figure 4-17 External-alarm outputs, relay contacts in case of an alarm .................... 49
figure 4-18 External-alarm connector, PIN assignment ............................................ 49
figure 4-19 External-alarm inputs and outputs, contacts and PIN assignment ......... 50
figure 4-20 Customer Power-Out connector, PIN assignment .................................. 50
figure 4-21 Power connection and grounding, front view .......................................... 57
figure 4-22 AC mains plug ........................................................................................ 58
figure 4-23 DC mains plug ........................................................................................ 58

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figure 6-1 Locking device screws of main subrack and duplexer subrack, examplary
............................................................................................................... 63
figure 6-2 PSU Drawer, locking device, front view .................................................... 64
figure 6-3 Rotary address switch, location on PSU................................................... 64
figure 7-1 Layout of the ION-M4 19" Remote Unit, front side ................................... 65
figure 7-2 Layout of the ION-M4 19" Main Unit, rear side ......................................... 65
figure 7-3 Cabinet drawing ION-M4 19" Remote Unit ............................................... 66
figure 7-4 Layout of the ION-M4/4 19" Remote Unit, front side ................................ 66
figure 7-5 Cabinet drawing ION-M4/4 19" Remote Unit ............................................ 67
figure 7-6 Layout of the ION-M4 R 19" Remote Unit, front side ................................ 68
figure 7-7 Layout of the ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" Remote Unit, front side ................ 68

table 1-1 List of international contact addresses....................................................... 16

table 5-1 Status LED alarms ..................................................................................... 61
table 6-1 Positions of PSU address switch ............................................................... 64
table 7-1 Electrical and optical specifications, ION-M4 19” and ION-M4 R 19”......... 70
table 7-2 System supervision and control, ION-M4 19” and ION-M4 R 19” .............. 70
table 7-3 Electrical and optical specifications, ION-M4/4 19” .................................... 72
table 7-4 System supervision and control, ION-M4/4 19” ......................................... 72
table 7-5 Mechanical specifications .......................................................................... 73
table 7-6 Environmental and safety specifications .................................................... 73
table 7-7 Spare parts list, ION-M4 19” and variants.................................................. 74

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1. General
1.1. Used Abbreviations
3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project
4G 4th Generation
ALC Automatic Level Control
AMPS American Mobile Phone System or Advanced Mobile Phone System
AWS Advanced Wireless Services
BBU Battery Backup Unit
BCCH Broadcast Control Channel
BITE Built-In Test Equipment
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CDMA Code Division Multiple Access
CEPT Conférénce Européenne des Postes et Télécommunications
CF Center Frequency
CFO Center Frequency Offset
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DL Downlink
EDGE Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ETS European Telecommunication Standard
ETSI European Telecommunication Standards Institute
FCC Federal Communications Commission
FSK Frequency Shift Keying
GSM Global System for Mobile Communication
GUI Graphical User Interface
I2C-Bus Inter Integrated Circuit Bus (Philips)
ID No Identification Number
IF Intermediate Frequency
LMT Local Maintenance Terminal
LNA Low-Noise Amplifier
LO Local Oscillator
LTE Long Term Evolution
MIMO Multiple Input Multiple Output
MS Mobile Station
OMC Operation and Maintenance Center
OTRx Optical Transceiver = SRMU (Subrack Master Unit)
PCMCIA Personal Computer Modem Communication International Association
PCS Personal Communication System
PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network

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Rev Revision
RF Radio Frequency
RLP Radio Link Protocol
RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indication
RTC Real-Time Clock
RX Receiver
SCL Serial Clock
SDA Serial Data
SISO Single Input Single Output
SPD Switching Point Detector
SRMU Subrack Master Unit = OTRx (Optical Transceiver)
TCH Traffic Channel
TDD Time-Division Duplex
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
TX Transmitter
UL Uplink
UMR Universal Measurement Receiver
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunication System
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
WDM Wavelength Division Multiplex

1.2. Health and Safety

1. Danger: Electrical hazard. Danger of death or fatal injury from electrical
current. Obey all general and regional installation and safety regulations
relating to work on high voltage installations, as well as regulations
covering correct use of tools and personal protective equipment.

2. Danger: Electrical hazard. Danger of death or fatal injury from electrical

current inside the unit in operation. Before opening the unit, disconnect
mains power.

3. Caution: Laser radiation. Risk of eye injury in operation. Do not stare into the
beam; do not view it directly or with optical instruments.

4. Caution: High frequency radiation in operation. Risk of health hazards associated

with radiation from the unit’s inner conductor of the antenna port(s). Disconnect
mains before connecting or replacing antenna cables.

5. Caution: High frequency radiation in operation. Risk of health hazards associated

with radiation from the antenna(s) connected to the unit. Implement prevention
measures to avoid the possibility of close proximity to the antenna(s) while in
operation.

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1.3. Property Damage Warnings

1. Attention: Due to power dissipation, the Remote Unit may reach a very high
temperature. Do not operate this equipment on or close to flammable materials.
Use caution when servicing the unit.
2. Attention: Only authorized and trained personnel are allowed to open the unit
and get access to the inside.
3. Notice: Although the Remote Unit is internally protected against overvoltage, it is
strongly recommended to ground (earth) the antenna cables close to the antenna
connectors of the Remote Unit for protection against atmospheric discharge. In
areas with strong lightning, it is strongly recommended to install additional
lightning protection.
4. Notice: ESD precautions must be observed. Before commencing maintenance
work, use the available grounding (earthing) system to connect ESD protection
measures.
5. Notice: Only suitably qualified personnel are allowed to work on this unit and only
after becoming familiar with all safety notices, installation, operation and
maintenance procedures contained in this manual.
6. Notice: Keep operating instructions within easy reach and make them available
to all users.
7. Notice: Read and obey all the warning labels attached to the unit. Make sure that
all warning labels are kept in a legible condition. Replace any missing or
damaged labels.

8. Notice: Only license holders for the respective frequency range are allowed to
operate this unit.

9. Notice: Make sure the repeater settings are correct for the intended use (refer to
the manufacturer product information) and regulatory requirements are met. Do
not carry out any modifications or fit any spare parts, which are not sold or
recommended by the manufacturer.

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1.4. Compliance
1. Notice: For installations, which have to comply with FCC RF exposure
requirements, the antenna selection and installation must be completed in a way
to ensure compliance with those FCC requirements. Depending on the RF
frequency, rated output power, antenna gain, and the loss between the repeater
and antenna, the minimum distance D to be maintained between the antenna
location and human beings is calculated according to this formula:
P[ mW ]
D[ cm ] =
4 ∗ π ∗ PD[ mW / cm 2 ]
where
• P (mW) is the radiated power at the antenna, i.e. the max. rated repeater
output power in addition to the antenna gain minus the loss between the
repeater and the antenna.
• PD (mW/cm²) is the allowed Power Density limit acc. to 47 CFR 1.1310 (B)
for general population / uncontrolled exposures which is
o F (MHz) / 1500 for frequencies from 300MHz to 1500MHz
o 1 for frequencies from 1500MHz to 100,000MHz
RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as
required by the responsible FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location
requirements of 1.1307(b)(3).
2. Notice: For installations which have to comply with European EN50385 exposure
compliance requirements, the following Power Density limits/guidelines (mW/cm²)
according to ICNIRP are valid:
o 0.2 for frequencies from 10 MHz to 400 MHz
o F (MHz) / 2000 for frequencies from 400 MHz to 2 GHz
o 1 for frequencies from 2 GHz to 300 GHz

3. Notice: Installation of this equipment is in full responsibility of the installer, who

has also the responsibility, that cables and couplers are calculated into the
maximum gain of the antennas, so that this value, which is filed in the FCC Grant
and can be requested from the FCC data base, is not exceeded. The industrial
boosters are shipped only as a naked booster without any installation devices or
antennas as it needs for professional installation.

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4. Notice: For installations which have to comply with FCC/Industry Canada

requirements:
English:
This device complies with FCC Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code. The installer of this device
should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada’s
requirement. Information can be obtained at http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-
semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Antenna Stmt for Industry Canada:
This device has been designated to operate with the antennas having a maximum gain
of 9 dBi. Antennas having a gain greater than 9 dBi are prohibited for use with this
device without consent by Industry Canada regulators. The required antenna impedance
is 50 ohms.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 100 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided
with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying
RF exposure compliance.
French:
Cet appareil est conforme à FCC Partie15. Son utilisation est soumise à Les deux
conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet
appareil doit accepter Toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer
un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Santé Canada Code de sécurité 6. Le programme
d’installation de cet appareil doit s’assurer que les rayonnements RF n’est pas émis au-
delà de I’exigence de Santé Canada. Les informations peuvent être obtenues:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-fra.php
Les changements ou modifications non expressément approuvés par la partie
responsable de la conformité pourraient annuler l’autorité de l’utilisateur à utiliser cet
équipement.
Antenne Stmt pour Industrie Canada:
Ce dispositif a été désigné pour fonctionner avec les antennes ayant un gain maximal de
9 dBi. Antennes ayant un gain plus grand que 9 dBi sont interdites pour une utilisation
avec cet appareil sans le consentement des organismes de réglementation d’Industrie
Canada. L’impédance d’antenne requise est 50 ohms.
L’antenne (s) utilisé pour cet émetteur doit être installé pour fournir une distance de
séparation d’au moins 100 cm de toutes les personnes et ne doit pas être co-localisées
ou opérant en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou émetteur. Les utilisateurs et les
installateurs doivent être fournis avec des instructions d’installation de l’antenne et des
conditions de fonctionnement de l’émetteur pour satisfaire la conformité aux expositions
RF.

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5. Notice: The unit complies with Overvoltage Category II. It also complies with the
surge requirement according to EN 61000-4-5 (fine protection); however,
installation of an additional medium (via local supply connection) and/or coarse
protection (external surge protection) is recommended depending on the
individual application in order to avoid damage caused by overcurrent.
For Canada and US, components used to reduce the Overvoltage Category shall
comply with the requirements of IEC 61643-series. As an alternative, components
used to reduce the Overvoltage Category may comply with ANSI/IEEE C62.11,
CSA Certification Notice No. 516, CSA C22.2 No. 1, or UL 1449. Suitability of the
component for the application shall be determined for the intended installation.

6. Notice: Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For

national deviations, please refer to the respective documents included in the
manual CD that is delivered with the unit.

7. Note: For a Class A digital device or peripheral:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.

8. Note: For a Class B digital device or peripheral:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference.

9. Note: This unit complies with European standard EN60950.

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Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance

Please observe the meanings of the following symbols used in our equipment and
the compliance warnings:
Symbol Compliance Meaning / Warning
For industrial (Part 20) signal booster:
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is
designed for installation by FCC LICENSEES and
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC
--- FCC
LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to
operate this device. Unauthorized use may result in
significant forfeiture penalties, including penalties in
excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
Alert sign to R&TTE
To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or
authorized installers – no harmonized frequency
CE bands, operation requires license. Intended use: EU
and EFTA countries
Indicates conformity with the R&TTE directive
1999/5/EC certified by the notified body no. 0700.

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1.5. About CommScope

CommScope is the foremost supplier of one-stop, end-to-end radio frequency (RF)
solutions. Part of the CommScope portfolio are complete solutions for wireless
infrastructure from top-of-the-tower base station antennas to cable systems and
cabinets, RF site solutions, signal distribution, and network optimization. For patents
see www.cs-pat.com.
CommScope has global engineering and manufacturing facilities. In addition, it
maintains field engineering offices throughout the world.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH based in Buchdorf/Germany, which is part of
CommScope, is a leading manufacturer of coverage equipment for mobile radio
networks, specializing in high performance, RF and optical repeaters. Our optical
distributed networks and RF repeater systems provide coverage and capacity
solution for wireless networks in both indoor installations and outdoor environments,
e.g. tunnels, subways, in-trains, airport buildings, stadiums, skyscrapers, shopping
malls, hotels and conference rooms.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH operates a quality management system in
compliance with the requirements of ISO 9001 and TL 9000. All equipment is
manufactured using highly reliable material. To maintain highest quality of the
products, comprehensive quality monitoring is conducted at all fabrication stages.
Finished products leave the factory only after a thorough final acceptance test,
accompanied by a test certificate guaranteeing optimal operation.

This product meets the requirements of the R&TTE directive and the Declaration of
Conformity (DoC) itself. A current version of the CE DoC is included in this manual
CD delivered *. Any updated version of the DoC is available upon request from the
local sales offices or directly from CommScope via the local Customer Support at
one of the addresses listed in the following chapter.

According to the DoC, our "CE"-marked equipment can be used in all member
states of the European Union.
 Note: Exceptions of and national deviations from this intended use may be
possible. To observe corresponding local particularities and
regulations, please refer to the respective documents (also in
national language) which are included in the manual CD delivered.
* In case the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for the product was not included in the manual CD
delivered, it is available upon request from the local sales offices or directly from CommScope at
one of the addresses listed in the following chapter.

To make the most of this product, we recommend you carefully read the instructions
in this manual and commission the system only according to these instructions.

For technical assistance and support, please also contact the local office or
CommScope directly at one of the addresses listed in the following chapter.

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1.6. International Contact Addresses for Customer Support

Canada United States

CommScope Canada Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company
505 Consumers Road, Suite 803 620 North Greenfield Parkway
Mail Mail
Toronto M2J 4V8, Canada Garner, NC 27529, U.S.A.
+1-905-878-3457 (Office)
Phone Phone +1-888-297-6433
+1-416-721-5058 (Cell)
Fax +1-905-878-3297 A Fax +1-919-329-8950
E-mail wisupport@commscope.com M E-mail wisupport@commscope.com
E
Caribbean & South American Region Caribbean & Central American Region
R
CommScope Cabos do Brasil Ltda. CommScope Mexico S.A. de C.V.
I
CALA Tech Support for Distributed CALA Tech Support for Distributed
C
Coverage & Capacity Solutions (DCCS) Coverage & Capacity Solutions
products: A (DCCS) products:
Mail S Mail
Rua Guaporanga, 49 Av. Insurgentes Sur 688, Piso 6
Praça Seca – Rio de Janeiro – RJ Col. Del Valle, CP: 03100
ZIP: 21320-180, Brazil Mexico City, Mexico
+1-815-546-7154 (Cell)
Phone Phone +52-55-1346-1900 (Office)
+55-15-9104-7722 (Office)
Fax + 55-15-2102-4001 Fax +52-55-1346-1901
E-mail wisupport@commscope.com E-mail wisupport@commscope.com

China, India and Rest of Asia Australia & New Zealand

Andrew International Corporation Andrew Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd.
Room 915, 9/F A Unit 1
Chevalier Commercial Centre 153 Barry Road
Mail P Mail
8 Wang Hoi Rd Campbellfield
Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong A VIC 3061, Australia
Phone +852-3106-6100 C Phone +613-9300-7969
Fax +852-2751-7800 Fax +613-9357-9110
E-mail wisupport.China@commscope.com E-mail wisupport.Australia@commscope.com

Middle East & North Africa South Africa

CommScope Solutions International Inc. Andrew Wireless Solutions Africa
(Branch) (PTY) LTD
PO Box 48 78 22 Africa 11 Commerce Crescent West
Unit 3206, Floor 32, Eastgate, Sandton
Mail Jumeirah Business Center 5, & Mail PO Box 786117
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Middle Sandton 2146
Dubai, United Arab Emirates East South Africa
Phone +971 4 390 09 80 Phone + 27 11-719-6000
Fax +971 4 390 86 23 Fax + 27 11-444-5393
E-mail wisupport@commscope.com E-mail wisupport@commscope.com

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United Kingdom Scandinavia

Andrew Wireless Systems UK Ltd Andrew Norway (AMNW)
Unit 15, Ilex Building
P.O. Box 3066
Mulberry Business Park
Osloveien 10
Mail Fishponds Road Mail
Hoenefoss 3501
Wokingham Berkshire
Norway
RG41 2GY, England
Phone +44-1189-366-792 Phone + 47 32-12-3530
Fax +44-1189-366-773 Fax + 47 32-12-3531
E-mail wisupport.uk@commscope.com E-mail wisupport@commscope.com
Germany France
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH CommScope France
Industriering 10 Immeuble Le Lavoisier
Mail 86675 Buchdorf Mail 4, Place des Vosges
Germany 92052 Courbevoie, France
Phone +49-9099-69-0
E Phone +33-1 82 97 04 00
U
Fax +49-9099-69-930 Fax +33-1 47 89 45 25
R
E-mail wisupport@commscope.com O E-mail wisupport@commscope.com
Austria P Switzerland
Andrew Wireless Systems (Austria) GmbH E CommScope Wireless Systems AG
Weglgasse 10 Tiergartenweg 1
Mail 2320 Wien-Schwechat Mail CH-4710 Balsthal
Austria Switzerland
Phone +43-1706-39-99-10 Phone +41-62-386-1260
Fax +43-1706-39-99-9 Fax +41-62-386-1261
E-mail wisupport.austria@commscope.com E-mail wisupport.ch@commscope.com
Italy Iberia Region - Spain & Portugal
CommScope Italy S.r.l., Faenza, Italy Andrew España S.A. A CommScope Company
Via Mengolina, 20 Avda. de Europa, 4 - 2ª pta.
Mail 48018 Faenza (RA) Mail Parque Empresarial de la Moraleja
Italy Alcobendas, Madrid 28108, Spain
Phone +39-0546-697111 Phone +34-91-745-20 40
Fax +39-0546-682768 Fax +34-91-661-87 02
E-mail wisupport.italia@commscope.com E-mail wisupport.iberia@commscope.com
Czech Republic
CommScope Solutions Czech Republic
C-Com, spol. s r.o
U Moruší 888
Mail
53006 Pardubice, Czech Republic
+49 871 9659171 (Office)
Phone
+49 171 4001166 (Mobile)
Fax +49 871 9659172
E-mail wisupport@commscope.com

table 1-1 List of international contact addresses

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2. Introduction
2.1. Purpose
Cellular telephone systems transmit signals in two directions between base
transceiver station (BTS) and mobile stations (MS) within the signal coverage area.

If weak signal transmissions occur within the coverage area because of indoor
applications, topological conditions or distance from the transmitter, extension of the
transmission range can be achieved by means of an optical distribution system.

Such a system contains an optical Master Unit and several Remote Units. The
number of the Remote Units depends on the hardware and software configuration.
The Remote Units are connected to the Master Unit with optical links. The optical
loss must be less than 10 dB inclusive optical couplers or splitters.

The Master Unit is the connection to the base transceiver stations. The configuration
of a Master Unit depends on the number of the Remote Units and the frequency
range.

WDM (Wave Division Multiplex) filters are integrated in the optical modules. For the
UL, a wavelength within 1546 nm – 1550 nm is used. For the DL, a wavelength of
1310 ± 10 nm is used. The maximum output power for the UL and DL is 6.7 mW.

2.2. ION-M4 19" RU - RF Coverage for 400 MHz Networks

The ION-M4 19" and its variants are robust, modular, intelligent optical Remote Units
to meet designer’s requirements for high reliability with various redundancy options
and dual-band capability.

The ION-M4 19" family are multi-operator Remote Units used in conjunction with a
Master Unit in the ION optical distribution system. This system transports TETRA,
TETRAPOL and similar signals with 5 MHz passband and guard band in the 400
MHz band. The ION system transports signals on the RF layer in a very inexpensive
manner, enabling coverage-driven roll-out.

The ION-M optical distribution system is a cost-efficient coverage solution for dense
urban areas, tunnels, subways, railways, airports, convention centers and other
locations where physical structures increase path loss.

The ION-M4 19" family has been specifically designed to reduce zoning problems.
The modular mechanical design enables easy integration in a 19" rack and
customized configuration of the system modules.

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The ION-M4 19" units can be easily set-up and supervised by a Graphical User
Interface (GUI). An auto-levelling function compensates for the optical link loss,
making installation easy. The entire system can be monitored remotely by the
Andrew OMC.

The Andrew OMC uses SNMP protocol and is compliant with the X.733 standard.
Should a sophisticated management interface not be required, the Master Unit can
be directly connected to the alarm interface of a base station via alarm-relay
contacts.

Features:

• Modular design

• Redundancy concept (optional)

• Efficient, high power amplifier

• OMC with SNMP according to X.733 standard

• WDM single fiber for UL/ DL to multiple Remote Units

• Easy commissioning by means of auto-setup and auto-levelling

• Emergency shutdown mode and 4 external alarm inputs / 4 external alarm

outputs at the Remote Unit

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3. Functional Description
3.1. General
3.1.1. ION-M4 19”
The following figure shows the configuration of an ION-M4 19" RU:
ION-M4 19"
Backplane

OTRX 4/9 Drawer Slot 1 Amplifier Drawer Slot 2 DPX/ LNA Drawer

OTRX 1/4/9 RU-LS

Power Amplifier Dpx UL-active
WDM OTRX

DL 67-174 MHz
UL/DL o 350-512 MHz
TX

e 716-960 MHz
from / to Master Unit
67-174 MHz
UL o 350-512 MHz
e 698-915 MHz +28 VDC / I²C

ANT
Antenna
X18

X9 X15 PA Adapter Board

X4 X23
with PIC
UL LNA
Core Module X15 X14 X16
Control Unit
X3 X3 (RCM161-C LT)
RX

OTRx / Core module

Adapter board Display Board

X6 X5 X7

PSU Drawer Slot 10

X1 RF + DC
Power Supply Unit
Display Board Mains

+28 VDC I²C Mains alarm

Alarm Card w/o Ext. Controller (w/o Red) Slot 0 X2-5 X6-9 X24

ION-M4 19"
X1 X23
PSU Adapter Board
X15 X14 X16
X6 X8 19" Alarm Board
Main Unit
X1 X4 X3

Display Board

RS485 4/4 external alarm RS232

(RJ45) inputs/outputs (RJ25)
(optocouplers /
relay contacts)

E1180B000

figure 3-1 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 19" RU

 Note: Differing from the configuration illustrated above, an additional isolator

may be equipped (at the power amplifier output in the Duplexer/ LNA
Drawer).

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3.1.2. ION-M4/4 19”

The following figure shows the configuration of an ION-M4/4 19" RU:
Backplane

OTRX 4/9 Drawer Slot 1 CBC Drawer Slot 2/3 Amplifier Drawer 370 - 410 MHz Slot 5 DPX/LNA Drawer

OTRX 4/9 CBC Duplexer

Power Amplifier
WDM OTRX 390-400MHz 390-395MHz
Low
UL/DL DL o IN OUT IN OUT DL low IN
350-512MHz
e 716-960MHz
DPX
UL o 350-512MHz
e +28 VDC / I²C
698-915MHz 425-430MHz

420-430MHz DL high IN

6 26
X18 ANT
Antenna
X9 X15 PA Adapter Board X23 X7

57 X15 X14 X16 380-385MHz

X3 X3 Core Module
High OUT

UL OUT

OTRX / CM Adapter Board

Display Board
415-420MHz

X6 X5 X7

3 8 3
RF + DC

X1

Display Board Amplifier Drawer 410 - 450 MHz Slot 4 PSU Drawer AC 400 W Slot 10

Power Supply Unit

Power Amplifier
100-240 VAC Mains

Alarm Card Slot 0 IN OUT +28 VDC I²C Mains alarm

+28 VDC / I²C

Alarm Board X2-5 X6-9 X24
X6 X8

8 X1 X23 PSU Adapter Board

X1 X4 X3

X18 X15 X14 X16

57
PA Adapter Board
X23 X11

RS485 4/4 external alarm RS232

X15 X14 X16
(RJ45) inputs/outputs (RJ25)
(optocouplers /
relay contacts)
Display Board

Display Board

Drw.
E1186B000A

figure 3-2 Basic configuration of an ION-M4/4 19" RU

 Note: Differing from the configuration illustrated above, additional isolators may
not be equipped (at the power amplifier output in the Duplexer/ LNA
Drawer, see section 3.2.7.2 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”).

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3.1.3. ION-M4 19” with Redundancy

The following figure shows the configuration of an ION-M4 R 19" RU with redundancy
module:

figure 3-3 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 R 19" RU with redundancy module

 Note: Differing from the configuration illustrated above, an additional isolator

may not be equipped (at the power amplifier output in the Duplexer/ LNA
Drawer).

For fiber redundancy options, see illustration on next page.

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figure 3-4 Fiber redundancy options of an ION-M4 19" RU

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3.1.4. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”

The following figure shows the configuration of an ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" RU:
Backplane

OTRX 4/9 Drawer Slot 1 Amplifier Drawer DL band Slot 2 DPX/LNA Drawer

OTRX 1/4/9
Power Amplifier Duplexer
WDM OTRX

DL 67-174MHz
UL/DL o 350-512MHz
TX

e 716-960MHz
from / to Master Unit
67-174MHz
UL o 350-512MHz
e 698-915MHz +28 VDC / I²C (0x028)

ANT DL
8 Antenna DL
6 26
X18 ANT UL
Antenna UL
X9 X15 57
X4 X23 PA Adapter Board
UL LNA
57 X15 X14 X16
X3 X3 Core Module
RX
3 8 3

OTRX / CM Adapter Board

Display Board

X6 X5 X7

PSU Drawer DC 350 W Slot 10

3 8 3

X1 RF + DC
Power Supply Unit
Display Board (-48 VDC) Mains

+28 VDC I²C (0x010) Mains alarm

2
4 4

Alarm Card Slot 0 X2-5 X6-9 X24

57
X1 X23 PSU Adapter Board

57 X15 X14 X16

X6 X8 Alarm Board
3 8 3
X1 X4 X3

8 16 6
Display Board

RS485 4/4 external alarm RS232

(RJ45) inputs/outputs (RJ25)
(optocouplers /
relay contacts)

figure 3-5 Basic configuration of an ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" RU

 Note: Differing from the configuration illustrated above, an additional isolator

may be equipped (at the power amplifier output in the Duplexer/ LNA
Drawer, see section 3.2.7.4 Duplexer/ LNA Drawer of ION-M4 RX/TX
sep. 19”).

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3.2. Components of the ION-M4 19" Subrack

A parts list identifying the sub-items, part numbers, and configuration is included with
the ION-M4 19” units. For details see also section 7.3 Spare Parts of this manual.

The following figures show examples of ION-M4 19" Remote Units variants to
illustrate the individual components.

 Note: The OTRx drawers shown in these examples have been replaced by the
drawer described in chapter 3.2.2. The old versions provided blind ports
that could not be used. These were removed in the new type. Thus, the
functionality and cabling remains unchanged.
Likewise, these figures do not show systems with optical switch that are
equipped with a corresponding alarm card (see chapter 3.2.1). Special
connection requirements for this type of alarm card are illustrated in
chapter 4.2.3.1.

ION-M4 19”

The ION-M4 19" Remote Unit consists of the Main Subrack, including the following
plug-in drawers:

Alarm Card, OTRx Drawer, Amplifier Drawer, Duplexer/ LNA Drawer, and Power
Supply Unit (PSU).

Alarm OTRx Amplifier Duplexer/ LNA Drawer Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Card

Module clamps

figure 3-6 Cabinet of ION-M4 19”, front view

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ION-M4/4 19”

The ION-M4/4 19" Remote Unit comprises the Main Subrack on top, including the
following plug-in drawers:
Alarm Card, OTRx Drawer, Crossband-Coupler (CBC) Drawer, 2 Amplifier Drawers,
dummy cards, and Power Supply Unit (PSU).

Below the Main Subrack, the Duplexer/ LNA Subrack consisting of the Duplexer and
the LNA (Low-Noise Amplifier) is located. Both subracks are mounted in one rack.

Alarm OTRx Cross- Power Supply Unit (PSU)

Card band- Amplifier Drawers
Coupler

Main Subrack

Module clamps

Duplexer/ LNA Subrack

figure 3-7 Cabinet of ION-M4/4 19”, front view

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ION-M4 R 19”

The ION-M4 R 19" Remote Unit comprises the Main Subrack on top, including the
following plug-in drawers:
Alarm Card, OTRx Drawer, OTRx Redundancy Module, Amplifier Drawer, dummy
cards, and Power Supply Unit (PSU).

Below the Main Subrack, a second subrack housing the Duplexer Drawer and the
LNA (Low-Noise Amplifier) is located. Both subracks are mounted in one rack.

OTRx Amplifier
Alarm OTRx Redundancy Module Drawer Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Card

Main Subrack

Module clamps

Duplexer Drawer

figure 3-8 Cabinet of a ION-M4 19” with redundancy module, front view

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ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”

The ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" Remote Unit consists of the Main Subrack, including the
following plug-in drawers:

Alarm Card, OTRx Drawer, Amplifier Drawer, Duplexer/ LNA Drawer, and Power
Supply Unit (PSU).

Alarm OTRx Amplifier Duplexer/ LNA Drawer Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Card

Module clamps

figure 3-9 Cabinet of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, front view

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3.2.1. Alarm Card Drawer

Two types of Remote Unit Alarm Card are available.
This type of alarm card provides 4 alarm inputs for supervision of external devices, 4
configurable alarm outputs for simple alarm forwarding, an RS485 connector (for
connecting an Extension Unit), and 7 alarm LEDs (for the RU) or 4 alarm LEDs (for
the EU).
The Status alarm LEDs are green in
normal operation, red when there is
an alarm concerning the RU, and
yellow when the alarm cause is
probably outside the RU, e. g. in case
Temperature of a fibre-optic RX alarm.
Fan alarm
alarm LED
LED The other alarm LEDs are green if the
PSU alarm LED concerned drawer is in normal
Rx alarm
operation and red if the drawer has an
LED
alarm.
Status 1
alarm LED Status 1 LED is the summary alarm
LED, and shows the status of the RU
Status 2 (i.e. of the main optical link in units
RS485
alarm LED interface
where a 2nd / redundant OTRx is
equipped).

Redundant
RS232 * Status 2 LED and Redundancy Mode
local LED have no function in units where
Mode
interface
status LED no 2nd / redundant OTRx is equipped.
In systems with a 2nd / redundant
OTRx, it is the summary alarm LED
for the second optical link.
External External
alarm alarm For detailed information on the Status
inputs outputs LED please refer to chapter 5 Alarms
and Troubleshooting.
For detailed information on the
28 V or 32 V external alarm inputs and outputs see
connector chapters 4.2.4 and 4.2.5.
depending
on PSU For detailed information on the 28/32V
connector see chapter 4.2.6.

figure 3-10 Alarm Card for RU (standard version)

* The RS232 local interface is for service personnel only and is not required for operation.

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This type of Alarm Card is used for

ION-M4 R RUs with an optical switch
providing fibre redundancy.

It has 3 optical connectors, 4 alarm

Temperature inputs for supervision of external
alarm LED
devices, 4 configurable alarm outputs
for simple alarm forwarding, and 1
Temperature alarm LED.
Optical E2000 Optical E2000
APC connector APC connector
to MU to MU The alarm LED is a summary alarm
for all active drawers in the RU. It is
green if all active drawers of the RU
Optical E2000 are in normal operation and red if one
APC connector of the drawers has a temperature
to OTRx of RU alarm.
RS232 *
local For the connection details of the
interface optical connectors, refer to chapter
4.2.3.1.

For detailed information on the LED

External External please refer to chapter 5 Alarms and
alarm alarm Troubleshooting.
inputs outputs
For detailed information on the
external alarm inputs and outputs see
28 V or 32 V chapters 4.2.4 and 4.2.5.
connector
depending For detailed information on the 28/32V
on PSU connector see chapter 4.2.6.

figure 3-11 Alarm Card for RU with optical switch

* The RS232 local interface is not required for normal operation. If access becomes necessary for
troubleshooting of fibre-redundant units, please contact customer support.

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3.2.2. OTRx Drawer

The following OTRx Drawer is available for the ION-M4 19” variants:

Optical E2000
APC connector

DL QMA
UL QMA RF ports
RF port

figure 3-12 OTRx Drawer, front view

The OTRx Drawer is equipped with one optical E2000 APC connector and two QMA
RF connectors – one for UL and one for DL.
The Band 2 UL/DL ports are connected as follows:

ION-M4 19” and

ION-M4 R 19”
ION-M4 R 19” ION-M4/4 19”
with redundancy module
with optical switch
Drawer / Port
1stOTRx DL Amplifier / RF IN CBC / In Redundancy/OTRx 1 DL
1stOTRx UL Duplexer / UL Duplexer / UL Redundancy/OTRx 1 UL
2nd OTRx DL --- --- Redundancy/OTRx 2 DL
2nd OTRx UL --- --- Redundancy/OTRx 2 UL

For the connection, follow the instructions in the corresponding installation sections.

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3.2.3. Crossband-Coupler Drawer (CBC) of ION-M4/4 19”

The Crossband-Coupler
(CBC) Drawer is equipped
with 3 QMA RF connectors
for DL ports.

For the connection, follow the

instructions in the
corresponding installation
sections.
DL QMA
RF ports

figure 3-13 Crossband-Coupler Drawer, front view

3.2.4. Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”

This Redundancy Drawer is not required for
RUs with an optical switch providing fiber
redundancy.

It is equipped with six QMA RF connectors

(three for UL ports and three for DL ports).

The QMA connectors provide the following

ports:
OTRx 1 UL is the port for signal to the Band 2
UL port of the OTRx Drawer in slot 1 *.
OTRx 1 DL is the port for signal from the Band 2
DL port of the OTRx Drawer in slot 1 *.
OTRx 2 UL is the port for signal to the Band 2
UL port of the OTRx Drawer in slot 2 *.
OTRx 2 DL is the port for signal from the Band 2
DL port of the OTRx Drawer in slot 2 *.
PA In is the port for signal to the port In of the
Amplifier Drawer.
LNA is the port for signal from the port Rx of
Duplexer Drawer.
* For location of OTRx Drawer slots see figure 4-12.

figure 3-14 Redundancy Drawer

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3.2.5. Amplifier Drawer

The Amplifier Drawer provides two QMA RF ports
which have to be connected as follows (see also
installation section):

ION-M4 19'':
RF In OTRx Drawer Band 2 DL
RF Out DPx Drawer DL
In port ION-M4/4 19'' Amp. Drawer (slot 4 *):
RF In CBC Drawer low OUT
RF Out DPx Drawer DL1 low IN
Out port ION-M4/4 19'' Amp. Drawer 2 (slot 5 *):
RF In CBC Drawer high OUT
RF Out DPx Drawer DL2 high IN

ION-M4 R 19'':
RF In OTRx Redundancy Drawer PA In
RF Out DPx Drawer DL (Tx port)
* For location of Amplifier Drawer slots 4 and 5 see figure 4-10.

figure 3 7 Amplifier Drawer, front view

For the connection, follow the instructions in the corresponding installation sections.

3.2.6. PSU Drawer

The Power Supply Drawer is equipped with a
Red. mode * mains power connector for mains supply and
a Status alarm LED.
Fan
Status
Always switch off the power to the unit
before removing the mains connector
from the PSU Drawer.

The Status LED shows a green light during

normal error-free operation.

The Status LED shows a red light when there

is a power-supply failure.

The Fan LED shows a red light when a fan

Mains Connector Mains Connector
alarm is raised due to a fan failure.
(AC Version) (DC version)
connected disconnected

* The Red. [Redundancy mode] LED has no function.

figure 3-15 PSU Drawer, front view

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3.2.7. Duplexers
Depending on the type of unit the duplexer may be provided as part of a subrack
(Main Unit/ second subrack) or as an individual subrack. All available types are listed
in this section.

3.2.7.1. Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 19”

UL = Rx port

QMA connectors
7/16-type connector
DL = Tx port

figure 3-16 Duplexer Drawer, front view

The Duplexer Drawer of the ION-M4 19” is equipped with one 7/16-female antenna
port and two QMA connectors:
• The DL Out port of the Amplifier Drawer is directly connected to the DL
connector of the duplexer.
• The UL port of the duplexer is directly connected to the Band 2 UL port of the
OTRx.
 Note: Depending on the power amplifier version, an additional isolator may be
equipped for optimization purposes.

Position of additional
isolator (if equipped) View from
rear side

figure 3-17 Duplexer, rear view, additional isolator

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3.2.7.2. Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”

QN connectors
7/16-type connector

figure 3-18 Duplexer subrack of ION-M4/4 19”, front view

The Duplexer Subrack of the ION-M4/4 19” is equipped with one 7/16-female
antenna port and three QN connectors:
• ANT is the port for an external antenna.
• UL OUT is the port for signal to the UL Band 2 port ot the OTRx Drawer.
• DL1 low IN is the port for signal from the Out port of Amplifier Drawer 1 *
• DL2 high IN is the port for signal from the Out port Amplifier Drawer 2 *
* For location of Amplifier Drawer slots 1 and 2 see figure 4-10.

 Note: Depending on the power amplifier version, additional isolators may be

equipped for optimization purposes.

Position of LNA

Additional 2 isolators
(optionally equipped) View from
top side

figure 3-19 Duplexer Subrack, top view, additional isolator

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3.2.7.3. Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”

UL = Rx port

QMA connectors

DL = Tx port 7/16-type connector

figure 3-20 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4 R 19"

The Duplexer Drawer of the ION-M4 R 19” is equipped with one 7/16-female antenna
port and two QMA connectors.
• ANT is the port for an external antenna.
• TX is the port for signal from the Out port of the Amplifier Drawer.
• RX is the port for signal to the LNA port of the Redundancy Drawer

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3.2.7.4. Duplexer/ LNA Drawer of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”

7/16-type connectors
UL = Rx port

QMA
connectors

DL = Tx port

figure 3-21 Duplexer Drawer, front view

The Duplexer Drawer of the ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19” is equipped with two 7/16-
female antenna port and two QMA connectors:
• The OUT port of the Amplifier Drawer is directly connected to the DL port of
the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer.
• The UL port of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer is directly connected to the Band 2
UL port of the OTRx Drawer.
 Note: Depending on the power amplifier version, an additional isolator
may be equipped for optimization purposes.

Optional isolator View from

rear side

figure 3-22 Duplexer, rear view, additional isolator

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4. Commissioning
Read and observe the health, safety, and property damage warnings as well as the
description carefully to avoid mistakes and proceed step-by-step as described.
• Attention: Do not operate the Remote Unit without terminating the antenna
connectors. The antenna connectors may be terminated by connecting them
to their respective antennas or to a dummy load.
• Notice: Only qualified personnel should carry out the electrical, mechanical,
commissioning, and maintenance activities that require the unit to be powered
on when open.
• Note: When opening the Remote Unit do not damage the warranty labels on
the internal devices. The warranty is void if the seals are broken.
• Note: For a proper operation of the auto-levelling function, a defined level has
to be set at the optical interface (DL) of the Master Unit. For further details
please refer to the software manual of the Master Unit.
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by CommScope, CommScope’s general limited
product warranty (http://www.commscope.com/Resources/Warranties/) shall be the
warranty governing the Remote Units, including the installation, maintenance, usage
and operation of the Remote Units.

4.1. Mechanical Installation

4.1.1. Health and Safety for Mechanical Installation
1. Caution: Risk of injury by the considerable weight of the unit falling. Ensure there
is adequate manpower to handle the weight of the system.
2. Caution: Risk of serious personal injury by equipment falling due to improper
installation. The installer must verify that the supporting surface will safely
support the combined load of the electronic equipment and all attached hardware
and components. The screws and dowels (wall anchors) used should also be
appropriate for the structure of the supporting wall.

4.1.2. Property Damage Warnings for Mechanical Installation

1. Attention: Do not install the unit in a way or at a place where the specifications
outlined in the Environmental and Safety Specifications leaflet of the supplier are
not met.
2. Attention: Due to power dissipation the unit can reach very high temperatures.
Sufficient airflow must be ensured so that the outside temperature and the air
temperature inside the cabinet on installation site do not exceed +40°C. The
surface temperature must not exceed +70°C in any operating condition. Above
and below the unit a minimum distance of 1 HU to other equipment has to be
kept. Also observe the instructions in the individual mounting procedures..
3. Notice: The unit is designated for 19" rack mounting only.

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4. Notice: Operating the unit in a 19" rack is only allowed under the conditions
specified in the ‘Guidelines and prerequisites’ in the following chapter.
5. Notice: For mounting of the unit in a 19" rack, slide rails suitable for the weight of
the 19” Unit are required.
6. Notice: Use the mounting hardware delivered by the manufacturer only. If
different mounting hardware is used, the specifications for stationary use of the
Remote Unit must not be exceeded. Exceeding the specified load limits may
cause the loss of warranty. Ensure that the static and dynamic strengths are
adequate for the environmental conditions of the site. The mounting itself must
not vibrate, swing or move in any way that might cause damage to the Remote
Unit.
7. Notice: When connecting and mounting the cables (RF, optical, mains, ...)
ensure that no water can penetrate into the unit through these cables.

4.1.3. 19 Inch Rack Mounting

1) Guidelines and prerequisites:
Mounting the ION-M 19” subracks is only allowed in the following structures / under
the following conditions:
o Open frame
o Perforated door front and back
o Outdoor:
− closed cabinet with A/C (air condition) IP55
− The cold air must be routed to the bottom front of the unit where its air
intake vents are located (e.g. by means of a ventilation plate).
The following important instructions must be observed:
• Regarding the distance required from the subrack to the ceiling/ to the cable
conduit, take the bending radii of the RF cables into consideration!
• In a range of 650 mm in front of and behind the rack no interference
contours must be present!
• Unimpeded air flow must be safeguarded at the front and rear side.
• The rack must be mounted in a way safeguarding that there is no hot air
suctioning at the front side, e. g. caused by adjacent racks or by deflection
of hot air from rear to front side.
• The mounting conditions of the subrack(s) must ensure that the unit
remains within the limits of the temperature range specified in chapter
7.2.3 Environmental and Safety Specifications.
• To ensure sufficient airflow observe the distances specified in chapter
7.2.2 Mechanical Specifications.

The mounting material required for the installation (which is not part of the delivery) is
listed at the beginning of the following section.

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2) Mounting material:
The following accessories are required for
rack mounting:
• at least 4 cage nuts per subrack
• at least 4 screws per subrack
• one appropriate screwdriver
• 2 guide rails per subrack from your
original supplier of the 19’’ rack (those
must be able to carry at least 30 kg
each)

As the exact types of the accessories

depend on the individual racks used, it is
figure 4-1 Components for rack mounting
not possible to define more specific data
for these.

3) Cage nuts:
It is recommended to mount all cage nuts required (left and right rack frame) before
the installation of any other component. Proceed as follows to mount the cage nuts:
3a)
Hook the cage nuts from behind into
the vertical mounting rail of the 19’’
rack. Pay attention to the distance
between the nuts. It must fit with the
holes in the subrack so it can be
fastened with screws later.

figure 4-2 Hooking in cage nuts

3b)
Cage nut mounted (side view).

figure 4-3 Cage nuts mounted

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4) Guide rails

4a)

Hook the guide rails into the

four holes of the vertical
mounting rail of the 19’’rack.

Vertical mounting rail

figure 4-4 Hooking in guide rails

4b)
The picture to the right shows
an exemplary view of a guide
rail installed into a 19” rack.

Note:
In order to carry the weight of
the ION-M subrack, one guide
rail at each side is obligatory.

figure 4-5 Guide rail installed

5) Finish Installation
Put the subrack on the rail
guides and fasten it with
four screws appropriate for
the rack used.

figure 4-6 Fastening ION-M4 on guide rails, exemplary

6) Additional Subracks
Repeat steps 1) to 5) if the unit comprises additional subracks.

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4.2. Electrical Installation

4.2.1. Health and Safety for Electrical Installation
Read and observe chapter 1.2 Health and Safety.
Danger: Electrical hazard. Danger of death or fatal injury from electrical
current. Obey all general and regional installation and safety regulations
relating to work on high voltage installations, as well as regulations
covering correct use of tools and personal protective equipment.

4.2.2. Property Damage Warnings for Electrical Installation

1. Attention: It is compulsory to ground (earth) the unit before connecting the
power supply. Grounding bolts are provided on the cabinet to connect the
ground-bonding cable.
2. Attention: If the mains connector of the Remote Unit is not easily accessible, a
disconnect device in the mains power circuit must be provided within easy reach.
3. Attention: A connection of the mains supply to a power socket requires the
power socket to be nearby the Remote Unit.
4. Attention: Before connecting or disconnecting the mains connector at the
Remote Unit, ensure that mains power supply is disconnected.
5. Attention: Make sure that an appropriate circuit breaker acting as a disconnect
device (as required by IEC/EN60950-1) and an overcurrent limiting device are
connected between mains power and the Remote Unit.
6. Attention: Incorrectly wired connections can destroy electrical and electronic
components.
7. Notice: To avoid corrosion at the connectors caused by electrochemical
processes, the material of the cable connectors must not cause a higher potential
difference than 0.6 V (see electrochemical contact series).
8. Notice: Use an appropriate torque wrench for the coupling torques:
for N-type connectors (2 N-m / 20 in lb) with 13/16 in opening,
e. g. item no. 244379 available from the CommScope e-catalog
for 7/16 DIN-type (25 N-m / 19 ft lb) with 1 ¼ in opening,
e. g. item no. 244377 available from the CommScope e-catalog
Do NOT use your hands or any other tool (e.g. a pair of pliers). This might
cause damage to the connector and lead to a malfunction of the Remote Unit.
9. Notice: For unstabilized electric networks which frequently generate spikes, it is
advised to use a voltage limiting device
10. Notice: Observe the labels on the front panels before connecting or
disconnecting any cables.
11. Notice: Observe that the cable-cross section is 3 x 1.5 mm2 for the voltage feed
and 4 mm2 for the grounding bolt.
12. Notice: Unused connectors must be closed with their protective covers to ensure
watertightness.

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4.2.3. Cabling and Connections

 Note: The OTRx drawers shown in these examples have been replaced by the
drawer described in chapter 3.2.2. The old versions provided blind ports
that could not be used. These were removed in the new type. Thus, the
functionality and cabling remains unchanged.
Likewise, these figures do not show systems with optical switch that are
equipped with a corresponding alarm card (see chapter 3.2.1). Special
connection requirements for this type of alarm card are illustrated in
chapter 4.2.3.1.

4.2.3.1. Connection of Alarm Card with Optical Switch

This chapter only serves to illustrate and explain the connection of the alarm card
type with optical switch to provide fiber redundancy. General connection of the
different ION-M4 variants is explained in the following chapters where the standard
alarm card is used as example (see also chapter 3.2.1). These examples can also be
used for systems where the alarm card type with optical switch is equipped. The only
difference is the connection of the Optical E2000 APC connectors explained in this
chapter.
The optical connector OTRx [3] of the alarm card has to be connected to the optical
connector of the RU [4].
The optical connectors 1 and 2 must be connected to a Master Unit. By an internal
switch only one of these connectors is connected to the OTRx connector [3]. By
default (factory-setting) this is connector [1]. In order to provide fiber redundancy this
setting can be configured by the MC SW (version V7.30 or higher is required) to
switch over to connector [2], e.g. in case of a failure of the MU to which connector [1]
is connected. For a detailed description of the setting options please refer to the
corresponding SW documentation provided by CommScope.

[2]
[1]
[4]
[3]

figure 4-7 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 19” with fiber redundancy, front view

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4.2.3.2. ION-M4 19”

Optical E2000 7/16-type Grounding bolt

APC connector Antenna connector

Alarm connectors QMA RF connectors

figure 4-8 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 19”, front view

Follow these instructions to connect the cables of the drawers after the
mechanical installation:
1. Connect the Band 2 UL port [1] of the OTRx Drawer (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the UL OUT port [2] of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.7.1 Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 19”).
2. Connect the DL port [3] of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer (illustrated in section
3.2.7.2 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”) to the OUT port [4] on the
Amplifier Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer).
3. Connect the IN port [5] of the Amplifier Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.5
Amplifier Drawer) to the DL Band 2 port [6] of the OTRx (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer).

[5] [2]
[1] [6]

[3]
[4]

figure 4-9 Connections of ION-M4 19”, schematic view

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4.2.3.3. ION-M4/4 19”

Optical E2000 Amplifier Drawer Slot 4 Amplifier Drawer Slot 5 Grounding

APC connector (lower frequency / PA2) (higher frequency / PA1) bolt

QMA RF connectors

Alarm connectors
7/16-type
Antenna connector

QN connectors

figure 4-10 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4/4 19”, front view

Follow these instructions to connect the cables of the drawers after the mechanical
installation (see also figure 4-11 Connections of ION-M4/4 19”, schematic view):
1. Connect the Band 2 UL port [1] of the OTRx Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.2
OTRx Drawer to the UL OUT port [2] of the Duplexer subrack (illustrated in
section 3.2.7.2 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”).
2. Connect the DL1 low IN port [3] of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer (illustrated in
section 3.2.7.2 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”) to the OUT port [4] on the
Amplifier Drawer (slot 4) of the lower frequency range (illustrated in section
3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer).
3. Connect the DL2 high IN [5] port of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer (illustrated in
section 3.2.7 Duplexer) to the OUT port [6] on the Amplifier Drawer (slot 5) of
the higher frequency range (illustrated in section 3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer).
4. Connect the IN port [7] of the Amplifier Drawer (slot 4) of the lower frequency
range (illustrated in section 3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer) to the low OUT port [8] of the
CBC Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.3).
5. Connect the IN port [9] of the Amplifier Drawer (slot 5) of the higher frequency
range (illustrated in section 3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer) to the high OUT port [10] of
the CBC Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.3).
6. Connect the IN port [11] of the CBC (illustrated in section 3.2.3) to the DL Band
2 port [12] of the OTRx (illustrated in section 3.2.2 OTRx Drawer).

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[8] [7] [9]

[11]
[1]
[12] [10]
[4] [6]

[2]
[5]
[3]

figure 4-11 Connections of ION-M4/4 19”, schematic view

4.2.3.4. ION-M4 R 19”

Slot 1 Slot 2 Optical E2000 APC connectors

QMA RF connectors

Alarm 7/16-type
connectors Antenna connector

figure 4-12 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 R 19”, front view

Follow these instructions to connect the cables of the drawers after the mechanical
installation (see also figure 4-13):

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1. Connect the Band 2 UL port [1] of the OTRx Drawer (slot 1) (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the UL Port OTRx 1 [2] at the Redundancy Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.4 Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”).
2. Connect the Band 2 UL port [3] of the OTRx Drawer (slot 2) (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the UL Port OTRx 2 [4] at the Redundancy Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.4 Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”).
3. Connect the Band 2 DL port [5] of the OTRx Drawer (slot 1) (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the DL Port OTRx 1 [6] at the Redundancy Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.4 Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”).
4. Connect the Band 2 DL port [7] of the OTRx Drawer (slot 2) (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the DL Port OTRx 2 [8] at the Redundancy Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.4 Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”).
5. Connect the PA In port [9] of the Redundancy Drawer (illustrated in section
3.2.4 Redundancy Drawer of ION-M4 R 19”) to the IN port [10] of the Amplifier
Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.7.23.2.5 Amplifier Drawer)
6. Connect the LNA port [11] of the Redundancy Drawer to the UL port [12] of the
Duplexer Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.7.3 Duplexer Drawer of
ION-M4 R 19”).
7. Connect the Out port [13] of the Amplifier Drawer to the DL port [14] of the
Duplexer Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.7.3 Duplexer Drawer of
ION-M4 R 19”).

[2] [6]

[10]
[4] [8]
[1] [5] [3] [7]
[13]
[9]

[11]

[12]

[14]

figure 4-13 Connections of ION-M4 R 19”, schematic view

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4.2.3.5. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”

Optical E2000 7/16-type Grounding bolt

APC connector Antenna connectors

Alarm connectors QMA RF connectors

figure 4-14 Cabling and connectors of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, front view

Follow these instructions to connect the cables of the drawers after the
mechanical installation:
1. Connect the Band 2 UL port [1] of the OTRx Drawer (illustrated in section
3.2.2 OTRx Drawer) to the UL port [2] of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer
(illustrated in section 3.2.7.1 Duplexer Drawer of ION-M4 19”).
2. Connect the DL port [3] of the Duplexer/ LNA Drawer (illustrated in section
3.2.7.2 Duplexer Subrack of ION-M4/4 19”) to the OUT port [4] on the
Amplifier Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.5 Amplifier Drawer).
3. Connect the IN port [5] of the Amplifier Drawer (illustrated in section 3.2.5
Amplifier Drawer) to the Band 2 DL port [6] of the OTRx Drawer (illustrated in
section 3.2.2 OTRx Drawer).

[5]
[2]
[1]
[6] [3]
[4]

figure 4-15 Connections of ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, schematic view

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4.2.4. External-Alarm Inputs and Outputs

There are four alarm inputs and four alarm outputs. Each alarm output can be
assigned individually to any alarm at the Remote Unit. Settings need to be made via
the ION-M Master Controller. For details please refer to the according chapter in the
User’s Manual of the ION-M Master Controller.
 Note: The manufacturer / supplier of this system assumes no liability for
damage caused by equipment connected to external outputs or by
effects from such equipment.
The location of the external-alarm inputs and outputs is illustrated in the following
chapter.

Optocoupler-Alarm Inputs
With the external-alarm optocoupler inputs, it is possible to monitor the status of
connected devices, e.g. a UPS, via software. All alarm inputs are normally high
(+5 V) without connection. The device to be monitored must be connected so that the
alarm contacts will be closed in case of an alarm. The external-alarm inputs are
potential-free with common isolated ground.

Alarm Inputs:
(decoupled via optocoupler)

Input control/alarm signal/switch contact dimensioning:

UMAX = 5 VDC (from Alarm Card input out)

IMAX = 5 mA (from Alarm Card input out)
R(ON)MAX = 1kΩ (of the external switch)
│φGND- φIN GND│≤ 60 V

figure 4-16 Alarm inputs (optocoupler)

Alarm Outputs
The alarm outputs are potential-free relay contacts. They can be used to monitor
alarms by means of an external-alarm indicator. For the location of the connecting
clamps of the alarm outputs please refer to chapter 4.2.5 External-Alarms Connector
- PIN Assignment.
The following schematic drawing shows the relay contacts at the alarm output in case
of an alarm.

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Relay Contacts on the External-Alarm Output

External-Alarm Output

Relay contacts dimensioning:

NC = Normally Closed1)
UMAX = 60 VDC
IMAX = 2 A
CO =
NO = Normally Open2) PMAX = 60 W
Change Over3)
Example: max. 60 VDC @ 1A or
max. 2 A @ 30 VDC,...

figure 4-17 External-alarm outputs, relay contacts in case of an alarm

1) NC = abbrev. of "Normally Closed contact" (≙ break contact)

In non-energized position of the relay, this contact is closed and opens after coil energization.
2) Currently not available.
In future Alarm Card variations it is planned as an alternative option instead of contact 1).
3) CO = abbrev. of "Change Over contact” (≙ double throw)
This contact is the common contact configuration comprising both NC and NO contacts electrically
connected. With switching, the CO contact changes between NC and NO.

4.2.5. External-Alarms Connector - PIN Assignment

External-alarms connector External-alarms connector
- PINs on left side - PINs on right side

PIN Description PIN Description

16 COMMON_4 15 GND_ISO

14 EXT_ALARM_OUT_4 ** 13 EXT_ALARM_IN_4 *

12 COMMON_3 11 GND_ISO

10 EXT_ALARM_OUT_3 ** 9 EXT_ALARM_IN_3 *

8 COMMON_2 7 GND_ISO

6 EXT_ALARM_OUT_2 ** 5 EXT_ALARM_IN_2 *

4 COMMON_1 3 GND_ISO

2 EXT_ALARM_OUT_1 ** 1 EXT_ALARM_IN_1 *

* Inputs IN1…4 = optically decoupled via optocoupler;

** Outputs OUT1…4 = relay contacts
figure 4-18 External-alarm connector, PIN assignment

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External Alarm Connector

figure 4-19 External-alarm inputs and outputs, contacts and PIN assignment

4.2.6. Customer Power-Out Connector - PIN Assignment

PIN Description
+ Supply voltage output
- GND

figure 4-20 Customer Power-Out connector, PIN assignment

The supply voltage output is specified to 28/32 VDC* / 0.5 A and is protected by a
thermoswitch. In case of exceeding this current, the thermoswitch turns into a high-
resistive status. In this case no fuse needs to be replaced. Just wait a few minutes
until the thermoswitch reaches the normal operating temperature again.
* depending on PSU

 Note: The manufacturer / supplier of this system assumes no liability for

damage caused by equipment connected to external outputs or by
effects from such equipment.

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4.2.7. Connection of the Antenna Cables

The Remote Unit has 7/16 antenna connectors (optionally N-type is also available).
Please refer to section 4.2.3 for their location. Refer to the corresponding
documentation of the connector manufacturer for mounting the cable connectors.
The bending radius of the antenna cables must remain within the given
specifications.
Choose the type of cable best suited for the antenna. Consider that a cable with
higher loss is less expensive but impairs performance.
Notice: Use an appropriate torque wrench for the coupling torques:
for N-type connectors (2 N-m / 20 in lb) with 13/16 in opening,
e. g. item no. 244379 available from the CommScope e-catalog
for 7/16 DIN-type (25 N-m / 19 ft lb) with 1 ¼ in opening,
e. g. item no. 244377 available from the CommScope e-catalog
Do NOT use your hands or any other tool (e.g. a pair of pliers). This might
cause damage to the connector and lead to a malfunction of the Remote
Unit.
 Note: Connect the Base Station to the Master Unit using a coaxial cable to avoid
coupling another signal into the system in the downlink direction.

Attention: To minimize passive inter-modulation (PIM) distortion, attention has to be

paid to the physical condition of the connector junctions:
• Do not use connectors that show signs of corrosion on the metal surface.
• Prevent the ingress of water or dirt into the connector.
• Use protective caps for the connectors when not mounted.
• Before mounting clean the connectors with dry compressed air.
• Before mounting clean the mating surfaces of the connector with a lint-free
alcohol-drenched cloth on a wooden or non-metallic item.
• Attach and torque the connectors properly.
• Avoid metallic abrasion when mounting the connectors by only screwing the
connecting nut, but not turning the whole connector.
• Use a torque wrench to fasten the connector.
• Clean the protective caps before mounting for antenna cable replacement.

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4.2.8. Cleaning Procedure for RF Cable Connectors

The figures in this chapter illustrate the cleaning procedure and do not show the
actual RU.
1. What is needed for the cleaning?
a. Isopropyl alcohol
b. Compressed air
c. Lint-free wipe
d. Cotton buds

2. Remove protective cap from the RF

connector.

Caution: Risk of injury by flying particles when compressed air is used. Wear
protective clothing, especially protective glasses.

3. Remove metal chips and small

particles from the mating and inner
surfaces of the connector using
compressed air.

Warning: Flammable material. Risk of fire. Keep away from sources of ignition.

Caution: Eye irritant product. Risk of eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Wear protective clothing, especially protective glasses.

4. Clean the connector winding with lint-

free wipe drenched with isopropyl
alcohol.

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5. Clean the lip of the inner ring with a

cotton bud drenched with isopropyl
alcohol.

6. Clean the inside surface of the inner

ring with a cotton bud drenched with
isopropyl alcohol.

7. Clean the inside of the center

conductor spring tines with a cotton
bud drenched with isopropyl alcohol.

8. Clean in the similar way the

connector of the connected cable.
Remove protective caps from the unit
connector first.

9. Remove metal chips and small

particles from the mating and inner
surfaces of the connector using
compressed air.

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10. Continue with the winding area using

lint-free wipe drenched with isopropyl
alcohol.

11. Continue with the inside mating

surface of the inner ring.

12. Clean the outside surface of the

center pin.

4.2.9. Antenna Cable Connector Assembly

The figures in this chapter illustrate the connection procedure and do not show the
actual RU.

1. What is needed for the connector

assembly?
a. Torque wrench.
b. (Adjustable) counter wrench

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2. Join the connectors and turn the

coupling nut until the thread grips.

3. Push in the connector until it clicks.

4. Fasten the coupling nut hand-tight. Do

not turn the connector but the coupling
nut only.

5. Retain the cable connector with the

counter wrench and fasten the Torque wrench
coupling nut with the torque wrench
until the torque is applied (torque
wrench clicks).

For angled antenna connectors use your

hand to retain the cable connector and Counter
fasten the coupling nut with the torque wrench
wrench. Make sure only the coupling nut
is turned, not the cable connector.

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4.2.10. Optical-Fiber-Cable Connection - Rules

Main optical system parameters:
Fiber:
• Single mode fiber, type is E9/125 µm
• Attenuation: <0.36 dB / km @ 1310 nm / <0.26 dB / km @ 1550 nm
• Dispersion: <3.5 ps / nm km @ 1310 nm / <18.0 ps / nm km @ 1550 nm
• Fibre-cable connectors E2000 APC 8°
ION-M system:
• The pigtails for the connection between Master Unit and Remote Unit must
have a sufficient length. Protection for the optical fibers must be provided
where the fibers feed into the units.
• The system attenuation of the optical fibers, including the connectors, must
not exceed 10 dB.
System attenuation and attenuation of optical components must be determined. This
can be achieved by measuring attenuation and reflection with an appropriate
measuring instrument. For pigtails, a total value of <0.4 dB (measured to a reference
plug) can be assumed due to the dead zone of the reflectometer. These
measurements must be made with a sufficient length of optical fiber, at the input and
output of the device which has to be measured.

Fiber-system installation:
Fiber-cable connectors have to be of the same type (E2000 APC 8°) as the
connectors used for the unit. The fiber-optic cables are connected to the optical
transceiver.
 Note: Angled connectors are not compatible with straight optical
connectors; non-compatibility of connectors will result in
permanent damage to both connectors.
Before connecting the fiber cables, follow the procedure below to ensure optimized
performance. It is important for these procedures to be carried out with care:
 Remove fiber-optic protective caps.
 Do not bend the fiber-optic cable in a tight radius (<4 cm) as this may cause
cable damage and interrupt transmission.
 Using high-grade alcohol and lint-free cotton cleaning swabs, clean the end of
the fiber-optic cable that will be inserted in the optical connectors on the donor
interface box. Use a fiber end-face inspection tool to scan both, the class fiber
and its surrounding area.
 Check for dirt on the cladding, chips/pits, dirt on the ferrule, and scratches.
 Connect the fiber-optic cables by inserting the cable end into the laser
receptacle and aligning the key (on the cable end) with the keyed slot.
 Do not use any index-matching gels or fluids of any kind in these connectors.
Gels are intended for laboratory use and attract dirt in the field.

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 Note: Care should be taken when connecting and disconnecting fiber-

optic cables - use the connector housing to plug or unplug a fiber.
Scratches and dust significantly affect system performance and
may permanently damage the connector. Always use protective
caps on fiber-optic connectors not in use.
Cleaning Procedure for Fiber-Optical Components:
Caution: Laser radiation. Risk of eye injury in operation. Do not stare into the
beam; do not view it directly or with optical instruments.
Any impurity in the fiber connection results in additional optical transmission loss
which could cause whole system failure. It is thus recommended that every fiber
connector be inspected and cleaned prior to mating.
When you clean fiber components, always complete the following steps carefully:
1. Turn off the ION system (laser sources) before you inspect fiber connectors.
2. Check the connectors or adapters with a fiberscope before cleaning.
3. If the connector is dirty, clean it with a lint-free wipe (dry cleaning).
4. Inspect the connector.
5. If the connector is still dirty, repeat the dry cleaning technique.
6. Inspect the connector.
7. If the connector is still dirty, clean it with 99% isopropyl alcohol (wet cleaning)
followed immediately with a dry clean in order to ensure no residue is left on
the end face.
8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 until end face is clean.
Note: For a more detailed description, please refer to:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/tech/tk482/tk876/technologies_white_paper09186
a0080254eba.shtml

4.2.11. Power Connection and Grounding

Before connecting electrical power to
the units, the system must be
grounded at the grounding screw at
Mains
the front side. Unscrew the grounding
connector screw located at the front side (see
illustrations above) and fasten a
4 mm2 grounding cable there.

For power supply of the unit, connect

Grounding power cord at the mains connector. If
bolt the unit is equipped with two power
supplies, two terminals are provided,
one for each power supply.

figure 4-21 Power connection and grounding, front view

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The power supply plug is part of the delivery. The correct wiring of the power supply
plug is as follows:

figure 4-22 AC mains plug figure 4-23 DC mains plug

 Note: Observe the applicable national regulations regarding loop impedance,

voltage drop, and methods of installation. Make sure to connect the
correct voltage to the unit.
 Note: Do not connect or disconnect the power cord at the mains connector while
power is on. Turn off mains power * before connecting the power cord at
the Remote Unit, then, engage mains again.
* Mains power must be interruptible with an external delay-actions mains breaker. For the mains
breaker, observe the following recommendation:
120 Volt / 20 Amp max. or 240 Volt / 16 Amp, single-phase, 50 / 60 Hz AC service is needed,
i.e. the external AC breaker should be 20 Amps max. for 120-Volt service or 13 to 16 Amps for
240-Volt service. Always make sure that your local requirements are kept.
For the DC power supply, observe the local regulations of the DC service provider.

With the mains power turned off, the power supply plug must be connected to the
Remote Unit’s mains connector.

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4.2.12. Commisioning Flowchart

Manual for Remote

Unit
Start

Preperation
Unpack RU and RU accessories.

Mechanical installation
Guide rails
Prepare 19" rack for RU mounting with
guide rails. Weight of the RU is approx.
43 kg.

Philips Mechanical installation

screwdriver Mount RU to 19" rack, ensure suffient air
flow above and below the unit and avoid
thermal short circuits.

Screw Electrical connections

driver Connect grounding cable and ground the
RU at connection terminals.

External devices
Connect external devices to the external
in or alarm out connectors of the RU.

RF connection
Connect antenna cable to antenna port.

Optical connections
Plug the optical fibre with E2000 APC8°
connector into the connector of the RU.

Electrical connections
Connect AC (DC) power to the
connection terminals. Ensure there is a
circuit breaker between mains and RU.

Mains
Switch mains power on. Switch mains
switches at PSU module at RU on.

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5. Alarms and Troubleshooting

All alarms occurring can be checked via software at the Master Unit to where a
message is transmitted when the software acknowledges a valid alarm. A new alarm
message will not be repeated if the reason for the alarm is cleared or if the alarm
continues.
A new alarm message will be generated if the alarm is interrupted for at least five
seconds after acknowledgement. Refer to the corresponding software documentation
of the Master Unit for details.
For local supervision, status LEDs on the alarm card and modules give an indication
of possible reasons for alarms. This table shows possible on-site measures that
could be checked before referring to the Master Unit alarm list.
LED Alarms Possible on-site measures
Green No alarm Status ok
Alarms not directly related to RU/EU:
External alarms (RU only) Check externally connected devices.
Check fibre loss of optical link.
Check optical connectors.
Orange Optical alarm Rx
Clean optical connectors.
(RU only)
(MU: Check optical output power of
corresponding OTRx at Master Unit).
(MU: Decrease DL input power of affected
ALC alarm
band).
Alarms directly related to RU/EU:
Change power supply (RUs with door).
Power 28 V / Power 32 V
Replace the affected Remote Unit.
Reduce environmental temperature.
Temperature
Eliminate thermal short circuit.
Red Disconnect and connect mains. Fans should
Fan (RUs/EUs with fan)
run. If not, replace the fans at RU.
I²C Disconnect and connect mains.
Optical alarm Tx Exchange RU/EU.
(MU: Change amplifier setting at MU
Amplifier “Power Down”
controller).
Check power switch inside of RU/EU
Status (RUs/EUs with door).
Mains
LED off Check mains cabling.
Check mains power.
table 5-1 Status LED alarms

The status of the RU/EU can be checked via the Master Unit (for details please refer
to the software manual of the Master Controller).Explicit troubleshooting is also
available in the MU software (software manual or WEB Interface).
The connection of the external alarms inputs and outputs provided is described in
chapters 4.2.5 and 4.2.7.

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6. Maintenance
6.1. General
Read and observe chapter 1.2 Health and Safety.
Caution: The unit reaches high temperature in operation. Risk of burns by hot
surface. Do not touch the unit before it has sufficiently cooled down

Caution: Risk of injury by the weight of a drawer falling. Take care when pulling
out a drawer.

 Note: The Remote Unit does not require preventative maintenance measures.
 Note: We recommend checking the cleanliness of the unit and in particular of the
heat sink / fan(s) at appropriate intervals depending on the degree of dust
and dirt at the installation site. If necessary, any dusty or dirty areas / parts
should be cleaned at regular intervals, which also depend on the degree of
dust and dirt at the installation site.
 Note: Ensure the Remote Unit has been disconnected from mains power during
maintenance.
 Note: When sending back the unit, use appropriate packaging (see also section
7.2.2 Mechanical Specifications for details). Use of the original packaging
for shipping the unit is strongly recommended.
 Note: Defective parts should only be replaced by original parts from the supplier.
All service work performed inside the housing is performed at the users
own risk.
 Note: Label any unlabelled cables before disconnecting them to ensure correct
reconnection.
 Note: All Remote Unit screws have a right-hand thread, and are tightened by
turning the screws clockwise and loosened by turning them counter-
clockwise with an appropriate tool.
 Note : Disconnect mains by unplugging the power connector before plugging or
unplugging any of the drawers.
 Note: Label all cables before disconnecting them to ensure correct re-
connection.

Maintenance of the RU should be performed by replacing only components that are

contained in this section. Take care not to unintentionally damage the seals on the
modules to maintain warranty. Please keep these guidelines in mind during
maintenance:
The spare parts list, consequently, contains only units which can be replaced without
tuning or soldering work.
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by CommScope, CommScope’s general limited
product warranty (http://www.commscope.com/Resources/Warranties/) shall be the
warranty governing the Remote Units, including the installation, maintenance, usage
and operation of the Remote Units.

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6. Maintenance

For most maintenance procedures, appropriate tools are required to ensure correct
handling. All of these tools can be ordered from the supplier.

6.2. Replacement of Components

All subracks are equipped with a locking device at the top, which has to be removed
before a component can be replaced.
To remove the locking device of a subrack, unscrew the two screws (one at each
side) by which it is fastened and remove it. As the locking device is the same in all
units the following figure shows an ION-M4 R 19” as example:

Locking device of main subrack with screws

Locking device of duplexer subrack with screws

figure 6-1 Locking device screws of main subrack and duplexer subrack, examplary

Do not forget to install the locking device again after the replacement procedure

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6.2.1. Replacement of Power Supply Plug-in Drawers

Use the following instructions for replacing a
defective PSU:
1. Disconnect mains from the defect PSU by
unplugging the power connector.
2. Unscrew the four M3x6 Phillips
countersunk-head screws and remove the
top bar along the front of the ION-M4 19”.
3. Take out the PSU carefully from the front
side locking device.
 Note: Use your finger to press down
the spring inside the locking device for Locking device
with spring
removal and insertion.

figure 6-2 PSU Drawer, locking device, front view

4. Set the address of the new PSU Positions of PSU address switch:
drawer with the rotary address switch
(see figure 6-3) using the correct labels PSU 1: 0
and/or the following table: PSU 2: 1
table 6-1 Positions of PSU address switch

1 2

Rotary address switch

figure 6-3 Rotary address switch, location on PSU

5. Insert the new plug-in drawer until the stop while pressing down the spring of the
locking device.
6. Reconnect mains by re-connecting the power connector.

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7. Appendix

7. Appendix
7.1. Layout
7.1.1. ION-M4 19”

figure 7-1 Layout of the ION-M4 19" Remote Unit, front side

figure 7-2 Layout of the ION-M4 19" Main Unit, rear side

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figure 7-3 Cabinet drawing ION-M4 19" Remote Unit

7.1.2. ION-M4/4 19”

figure 7-4 Layout of the ION-M4/4 19" Remote Unit, front side

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figure 7-5 Cabinet drawing ION-M4/4 19" Remote Unit

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7.1.3. ION-M4 R 19”

figure 7-6 Layout of the ION-M4 R 19" Remote Unit, front side

7.1.4. ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”

figure 7-7 Layout of the ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19" Remote Unit, front side

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7.2. Specifications
7.2.1. Electrical Specifications
7.2.1.1. ION-M4 19”, ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, and ION-M4 R 19”
ION-M4 19'', ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19”, and ION-M4 R 19”
Electrical
85 Vac to 264 Vac
Mains power
Power supply 36 Vdc to 76 Vdc
Power consumption 1) 190 W (basic configuration)
Optical
Connectors E2000/APC 8°
Optical return loss 45 dB minimum
Fiber type Single mode E9/125 µm
Optical link
Optical link budget 0 to 10 dB
Composite input power
400 MHz 0 dBm composite
@ OTRx Master side
RF Interface
Master Unit 400 MHz 4 connectors
33 dBm
System optimized for BTS power
43 dBm
Connector 7/16 female (option: N female)
Remote Unit
Output power See band specification
antenna port
Return loss 15 dB
380 MHz to 385 MHz
385 MHz to 390 MHz
410 MHz to 415 MHz
UL
415 MHz to 420 MHz
450 MHz to 455 MHz
455 MHz to 460 MHz
Frequency range
390 MHz to 395 MHz
400 MHz
395 MHz to 400 MHz
420 MHz to 425 MHz
DL 425 MHz to 430 MHz
460 MHz to 465 MHz
465 MHz to 470 MHz
others on request

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Number of Carriers
Output power per carrier 2) 1 2 4 8
TETRA 40 dBm 37 dBm 34 dBm 31 dBm
Intermodulation distance -60 dBc @ 4 carriers
DL output tolerance over frequency ±1.0 dB
DL output tolerance over temperature ±1.5 dB
ICP3 optimized NF optimized
Input ICP3 -11 dBm -18 dBm
Noise figure (NF) 3)
+10 dB +6 dB
Standard 40 dB
Gain DL
Add. gain up to 62 dB
Standard 40 dB 47 dB
Gain UL
Add. gain 40 dB 47 dB
UL Automatic Level Control (ALC) Factory set
1) varies depending on the selected redundancy options
2) Applicable to single modulation mode only
3)
 Note: The noise figure (NF) stated above refers to one Remote Unit (RU) per sector.
The NF system increases with the number of the RUs per sector. It is recommended
not to operate above four RUs per sector. With four RUs per sector, the system NF
will be increased by 6 dB.
table 7-1 Electrical and optical specifications, ION-M4 19” and ION-M4 R 19”

All figures are typical values unless otherwise stated.

System Supervision and Control

RF on/off
Commands
4 external control ports
Summary; Power supply; Optical UL and DL failure;
Alarms
RF UL and DL failure; Temperature; Door open
Composite output power
Supervision
Power detector for transmitting power with configurable alarm levels
table 7-2 System supervision and control, ION-M4 19” and ION-M4 R 19”

All data is subject to change without notice.

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7.2.1.2. ION-M4/4 19”

ION-M4/4 19"
Electrical
Mains power 100 Vac to 240 Vac
Power supply
36 Vdc to 76 Vdc
Power max. temp., fully loaded 320 W
consumption 1) room temp., idle 160 W
Optical Link
Connectors E2000/APC 8°
Optical return loss 45 dB minimum
Fiber type Single mode E9/125 µm
Optical link budget 0 to 10 dB
Composite input power 400 MHz Band 1 0 dBm
@ OTRx Master side 400 MHz Band 2 0 dBm
RF Interface
Number of connectors 4
System optimized for BTS power 33 dBm
MU
43 dBm
Minimum BTS Input power 2) -22/-22 dBm
RU Connectors 7/16 female (option: N female)
antenna Output power See band specification
port Return loss 15 dB typical
400 MHz Band 1
380 MHz to 385 MHz
385 MHz to 390 MHz
410 MHz to 415 MHz
UL
415 MHz to 420 MHz
450 MHz to 455 MHz
455 MHz to 460 MHz
Frequency range 390 MHz to 395 MHz
395 MHz to 400 MHz
420 MHz to 425 MHz
DL 425 MHz to 430 MHz
460 MHz to 465 MHz
465 MHz to 470 MHz
others on request
Number of carriers 1 2 4 8
Output power per carrier 40 dBm 37 dBm 34 dBm 31 dBm
Intermodulation distance -60 dBc @ 2 to 4 carriers
DL output tolerance over frequency ±1.0 dB
DL output tolerance over temperature ±1.5 dB
ICP3 optimized NF optimized
UL Input ICP3 -11 dBm -18 dBm
UL Noise figure 3) +10 dB +6 dB
UL Automatic Level Control (ALC) Factory set

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400 MHz Band 2

Frequency range see frequency range of Band 1
Number of Carriers 1 2 4 8
Output power per carrier 40 dBm 37 dBm 34 dBm 31 dBm
Intermodulation distance -60 dBc @ 2 to 4 carriers
DL output tolerance over frequency ±1.0 dB
DL output tolerance over temperature ±1.5 dB
ICP3 optimized NF optimized
UL Input ICP3 -11 dBm -18 dBm
UL Noise figure (NF) 3) +10 dB +6 dB
Standard 40 dB 40 dB
Gain DL
Additional gain up to 62 dB up to 62 dB
Standard 40 dB 47 dB
Gain UL
Additional gain 40 dB 47 dB
UL Automatic Level Control (ALC) Factory set
1) varies depending on the selected redundancy options
2) Additional DL gain (22 dB) available in case of low power BTS
3)
 Note: The noise figure (NF) stated above refers to one Remote Unit (RU) per sector.
The NF system increases with the number of the RUs per sector. It is recommended
not to operate above four RUs per sector. With four RUs per sector, the system NF
will be increased by 6 dB.
table 7-3 Electrical and optical specifications, ION-M4/4 19”

All figures are typical values unless otherwise stated.

System Supervision and Control

RF on/off
Commands
4 external control ports
Summary, Power supply, Optical UL and DL failure, RF UL and DL
Alarms failure, Temperature, Door open
Composite output power
Supervision Power detector for transmittance of power with configurable alarm
levels
table 7-4 System supervision and control, ION-M4/4 19”

All data is subject to change without notice.

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7.2.2. Mechanical Specifications

A clearance distance of 70 mm from the front air inlet and 70 mm from the rear outlet
of the subrack is compulsory. Do not block air inlet and outlet. Horizontal mounting is
compulsory.

ION-M4 19” Height, width, depth 4HU x 19” x 487 mm (4HU x 19” x 19.2 in)
ION-M4 RX/TX
Weight (entire system) 24.5 kg (54.0 lb)
sep. 19”
Height, width, depth 4HU x 19” x 487 mm (4HU x 19” x 19.2 in)
ION-M4/4 19” Duplexer Subrack 4HU x 19” x 487 mm (4HU x 19” x 19.2 in)
Weight (entire system) 31.2 kg (68.77 lb)
Height, width, depth 4HU x 19” x 487 mm (4HU x 19” x 19.2 in)
ION-M4 R 19 “ Duplexer Subrack 4HU x 19” x 487 mm (4HU x 19” x 19.2 in)
Weight (entire system) 31.0 kg (68.33 lb)
table 7-5 Mechanical specifications

All figures are typical values.

All data is subject to change without notice.

7.2.3. Environmental and Safety Specifications

 Note: Please refer to the Environmental and Safety Specifications leaflet of
the supplier related to ETS 300 019 (European Telecommunication
Standard) for detailed information.
Temperature range +5 to + 40°C
table 7-6 Environmental and safety specifications

All figures are typical values.

All data is subject to change without notice.

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 7. Appendix

7.3. Spare Parts

The following list contains all parts available for the Remote Unit. The configuration of
the delivered unit meets the requirements of the customer and can differ depending
on the state of the delivery.

Maintenance of the RU should be performed on an FRU (Field Replaceable Unit)

basis only. Do not damage the warranty labels on the components, as this voids the
warranty.

If any FRU not contained in the following list needs to be replaced, please contact
customer service for additional instructions.

Spare Parts List of the ION-M4 19" variants

Designation ID No
ION-M4 19" / ION-M4/4 19” / ION-M4 R 19” / ION-M4
7619775-xxxx
RX/TX sep. 19”
Manual for ION-M4 19" 7629461-xx
PSU Drawer AC 750W 7619518-xx
PSU Drawer AC 400W 7610963-xx
PSU Drawer DC 700W 7621198-xx
PSU Drawer DC 350W 7621197-xx
table 7-7 Spare parts list, ION-M4 19” and variants

The manufacturer reserves the right to replace the spare parts listed above by
equivalent substitutes.

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8. Index

8. Index
A H
Alarm Card ..................................................... 28, 29 Health and Safety ................................................... 8
Alarm Outputs....................................................... 48
Alarms .................................................................. 61 I
Inputs (External, Optocoupler) ......................... 48
List ................................................................... 61 Installation
Outputs ............................................................ 48 Electrical .......................................................... 41
Amplifier Drawer ................................................... 32 Mechanical ...................................................... 37
Mounting .......................................................... 38
B
L
Block Diagram
ION- M4 RX/TX sep. ........................................ 23 Layout
ION-M4 ............................................................ 19 ION-M4 19 ....................................................... 65
ION-M4 R......................................................... 21 ION-M4 R 19 ................................................... 68
ION-M4/4 ......................................................... 20 ION-M4 RX/TX sep. 19 .................................... 68
ION-M4/4 19 .................................................... 66
C
M
Cabling ................................................................. 43
CE Declaration of Conformity (DoC)..................... 14 Maintenance ......................................................... 62
Commissioning, General ...................................... 37 Mounting, 19 inch Rack ........................................ 38
CommScope ......................................................... 14 Mounting, Cage Nuts ............................................ 39
Compliance........................................................... 10
Components ......................................................... 24 O
Connections
AC/ DC............................................................. 58 Optocoupler Alarm Inputs ..................................... 48
Antenna ........................................................... 51 OTRx Drawer ....................................................... 30
External Alarms ............................................... 49
Grounding and Power ...................................... 57 P
Layout .............................................................. 43
Optical-Fiber Cables ........................................ 56 Power-Out Connector ........................................... 50
Connectors Property Damage Warnings ................................... 9
Customer Power-Out ....................................... 50 PSU Address Switch ............................................ 64
Contact Addresses, Customer Support ................ 15 PSU Drawer ......................................................... 32
Crossband-Coupler (CBC) Drawer ....................... 31 PSU Replacement ................................................ 64
Customer Power-Out Connector .......................... 50
R
D Redundancy Drawer ............................................. 31
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)........................... 14 Replacement of
Duplexer Drawer (ION-M4 R) ............................... 35 Power Supply .................................................. 64
Duplexer Drawer (ION-M4 RX/TX sep.) ............... 36
Duplexer Drawer (ION-M4) ................................... 33 S
Duplexer Subrack (ION-M4/4) .............................. 34
Spare Parts .......................................................... 74
Specifications
E Electrical (ION-M4) .......................................... 69
External-Alarm Inputs & Outputs .......................... 48 Electrical (ION-M4/4 ........................................ 71
External-Alarms Connector................................... 49 Environmental and Safety................................ 73
Mechanical ...................................................... 73
Status LED ........................................................... 61
F
Fiber-Optical Components (Installation, Cleaning) 57 T
Troubleshooting .................................................... 61
G
Grounding ............................................................. 57

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 9. List of Changes

9. List of Changes
Version Changes Release Date
M0143ALF 26-September-2013
M0143ALG - Layout and warnings updated 12-December-2016
- Fiber redundancy options added in
chapter 3.1.3
- New alarm card version added in
chapters 3.2.1 and 4.2.3.1
- Information on new OTRx drawer added
in chapters 3.2, 3.2.2, and 4.2.3
- Chapter 4.2.6 added
- I2C bus switch information removed from
chapters 3.2.5 and 3.2.6
- Caution messages updated in chapter
6.1

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