3G UMTS Radio Access Network

UMTS NodeB

Tecore Networks NodeB provides a radio access node for 3G User Equipment (UEs) connecting to a 3G UMTS network. The NodeB is a nodal component of the UMTS Radio Access Network (UTRAN) and integrates seamlessly with Tecores 3G iCore core network over an All-IP packet data network providing a complete 3G network solution for commercial, government, and military applications. The NodeB has been designed to allow distributed deployment options by utilizing two components (BBU, RRH) connected over digital serial interfaces supporting single or multi-mode fiber connections. Wireless operators are demanding greater packet data throughput on their mobile devices and applications. The Tecore NodeB addresses these requirements by providing scalable bandwidth options, enhanced modulation techniques, and MIMO, allowing for more energy per bit and more bits per hertz. These enhanced techniques translate into a better quality of service, higher bit rates for packet data intensive applications, a migration path for existing 2G to 3G networks as well as Greenfield 3G network deployments. The modular design of the NodeB and small foot print provide for ease of installation and integration of the BaseBand Unit (BBU) and the Remote Radio Head (RRH) into a 3G UMTS network. Call control and baseband processing functions are provided by the BBU while the RRH provides the transmit and receive radio signal functions of the NodeB. The NodeB utilizes fiber connections between the BBU and RRH which minimizes feeder loss and supports a distributed architecture. The RRH may be collocated with the BBU or the RRH may be remotely distributed up to 20 kilometers over digital serial interfaces supporting single-mode fiber connections. The NodeB is compliant to standard 3GPP R6/R7 3GPP specifications.

Baseband Units
The Baseband Unit (BBU) offers a cost effective 3G solution for Cell, PCS, and AWS frequency band deployments. The BBU is housed in a 2U rack high unit that mounts in a standard 19 inch rack. The BBU provides a single channel control module and one (1) to three (3) channel element modules in a single BBU enclosure. Fiber connections are supported to connect the BBU to the RRH with Common Public Radio Interface (CPRI) high-speed serial digital interfaces. The BBU connects to the NodeB element management system providing OAM functions and may be integrated with Tecores 3G UMTS iCore core network providing a complete end to end management solution with a total lower cost of ownership. It can be deployed in indoor environments (standard 19-inch rack or existing cabinets) and outdoor environments. BBU Channel Element Module Features The BBU channel element module provides part the main call processing and the baseband transmit/receive digital signal processing of the eNB. The BBU supports up to three (3) channel element modules. The modules interface to the channel control module through the backplane of the BBU enclosure. BBU Channel Control Module Features The BBU channel control module provides the OAM functions for the NodeB over standard Ethernet connections. The control module allows for up to 6 fiber based CPRI links and six (6) RRHs to be supported from a single NodeB. The control module provides part of call processing and internal/

external data flow switching/combining, supporting external/internal alarm connectivity and external synchronization reference interface. The control module interfaces the channel element modules through the backplane of the BBU enclosure.

Remote Radio Head (RRH)

The NodeB RRH is linked to the BBU by an optical-fiber connection carrying downlink and uplink digital radio signals along with operations, administration and maintenance (OA&M) information. The RRH has two transmit RF paths with up to 40 W RF output power per transmit path, and is designed to manage up to two-way receive diversity. The device is ideally suited to support macro coverage in up to 10 MHz of bandwidth. RRH Unit Features The RRH unit provides support for multi-sector and 1-sector/OMNI configurations. It is lightweight, easily installed and maintained, with a zero footprint deployment. Fiber is utilized to connect the RRH to the BBU channel control module for transport of downlink and uplink digital signals and to minimize feeder loss. Each RRH supports a single Cell, PCS, or AWS 3GPP frequency band (multiple bands are supported) and provides optimized power control. The high power unit with a small form factor is convection cooled supporting power output options up to 40 watts.

Baseband Units Capacity Data

Baseband Units Technical Specifications

RF Data Up to 256 Up to 128 5, 10 MHz 14.4 Mbps in 5 MHz bandwidth 3.84 Mbps in % MHz bandwidth 21.6 Mbps in 5 MHz bandwidth 5.76 Mbps in 5 MHz bandwidth RJ45 100 BaseT Up to 6 - 5 C to + 65 C + 8% to + 100% Fan Unit - 48 VDC or 24 VDC 150 watts with single modern card 3.5 x 19.0 x 12.0 inches

Remote Radio Head (RRH) Technical Specifications

Remote Radio Head (RRH) Frequency Bands Supported Maximum RF Output Sectors Interface Data Optical - Single Mode Optical - Multi Mode CPRI Links Environmental Data Operating Temperature Cooling Method Electrical Data Power Supply Power Consumption Mechanical Data Physical Dimensions Weight Safety & Regulatory Data EMC Safety ETSI EN 300 339 EN 60950-1 15.4 height x 15.0 width x 8.2 depth inches 50 lbs -48 VDC 250 watts -40 C to +50 C Passive - no fan unit 1 Fiber for DL / UL, up to 20 km fiber length 2 Fibers for DL / UL, up to 500m fiber length 1 Cell, PCS, AWS Up to 40 watts per transmit port up to 6 sectors

Channel Elements HSPA Users Bandwidths HSPA - Downlink Peak Throughput HSPA - Uplink Peak Throughput HSPA+ - Downlink Peak Throughout HSPA+ - Downlink Peak Throughput Interface Data OAM CPRI Links Environmental Data Operating Temperature Relative Humidity Cooling Method Electrical Data Power Supply Power Consumption Mechanical Data Size 2 Rack Unit

Weight

18 lbs