939x RF Power Callibration Procedure

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Alcatel-Lucent 939x
NodeB | UA08.1
RF Power Calibration Procedures
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Contents
About this document
Purpose
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Reason for reissue
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New in this release
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Intended audience
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Supported systems
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How to use this document ........................................................................................................................................................... xx

Safety information
Conventions used
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Related information
Document support
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Technical support
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How to order
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How to comment
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Safety statements
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
1-1
Structure of safety statements ............................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1-2
NodeB RMT initialization and connection

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2-1
Perform RF calibration (MCR configurations)

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3-1
RF power calibration (MCR configurations)
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
3-2
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Preliminary information
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3-3
Calibrate the RF path ............................................................................................................................................................... 3-4

3-4
Verify the fixed B2 calibration value
Save RF path configuration files
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3-19
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3-22
RF power verification (MCR configurations)

Overview
................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-26
3-26
Set up closed loop RF power verification

4
..................................................................................................................... 3-27
3-27
Perform final activities

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4-1
Switch the NodeB to online mode ...................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4-2
Complete RMT testing ............................................................................................................................................................ 4-4
4-4
Index
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List of tables
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NodeB terminology ....................................................................................................................................................... xx
Terms and definitions .................................................................................................................................................. xi

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3-1
Target Power for NodeB configurations
3-2
HE PAM NodeB configurations
3-3
Parameter and valid range .................................................................................................................................... 3-15
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List of figures
3-1
RF calibration .............................................................................................................................................................. 3-5

3-5
3-2
Clock setup
3-3
Cal Frequency
3-4
Frequency for 850 MHz NodeB ........................................................................................................................... 3-8
3-5
Frequency for 1900 MHz NodeB
3-6
RF Calibration Base Channel
3-7
Channel Info .............................................................................................................................................................. 3-11

3-11
3-8
Channel Power
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3-12
3-9
Channel Setup
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3-13
3-10
Reminder
3-11
Calibration Results
3-12
Write Records
3-13
No filter ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3-16

3-16
3-14
Calibration Results
3-15
Write Records
3-16
BTS Primary RF Path Map .................................................................................................................................. 3-20
3-17
BTS Primary RF Path Map .................................................................................................................................. 3-23
3-18
BTS RF Test Path Map
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4-1
Switch to online mode
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4-3
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3-6
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3-6
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3-14
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3-14
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3-15
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3-17
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3-17
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About this document

About this document
Purpose
The purpose of this document is to describe how to locally prepare and configure an
UMTS NodeB for RF calibration and the local RF calibration procedures for an UMTS
NodeB using the NodeB RMT.
What this document does not cover
The following activities are not described in this document:
Power meter set-up and calibration procedures for various power meters
Configuration-specific cabling arrangements.
Equipment commissioning
Equipment integration
Replacement procedures
Growth and degrowth
Reason for reissue
The reissue reasons are:

Issue number
Issue date
Reason for reissue
0.3
April 2013
Standard issue
0.2
November 2012
Standard issue
0.1
November 2011
Draft issue
New in this release
New features:
None
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Other changes:
Removed the topics Configure CTU and Perform RX path gain test.
Added a note for Table 3-1, Target Power for NodeB configurations (p. 3-12).
Updated the single carrier power and the total target power in Table 3-2, HE PAM
NodeB configurations (p. 3-13).
Procedure RF power calibration (MCR configurations) (p. 3-2) updated
Procedure RF power verification (MCR configurations) (p. 3-26) updated
Intended audience
The intended audience for this document includes installation personnel and technical
staff involved in commissioning and/or troubleshooting Alcatel-Lucent 939x NodeBs.
Supported systems
This document applies to Alcatel-Lucent W-CDMA UA08.1 system release.

How to use this document
Start with the first chapter and work through the manual to the end. Once you have done
this, you will have carried out the installation test completely and in the proper sequence.
Safety information
For your safety, this document contains safety statements. Safety statements are given at
points where risks of damage to personnel, equipment, and operation may exist. Failure to
follow the directions in a safety statement may result in serious consequences.
Conventions used
Vocabulary conventions
For a list of terms used in this document, see Alcatel-Lucent W-CDMA System Terminology, NN-20500-002.
Table 1, NodeB terminology (p. x) lists the NodeB product naming conventions used in
this document:
Table 1
NodeB terminology
Long name
Short name
Alcatel-Lucent 9391 Macrocell NodeB Indoor
9391 Macrocell ID
Alcatel-Lucent 9391 Macrocell NodeB Outdoor
9391 Macrocell OD
Alcatel-Lucent 9396 digital 2U NodeB
9396 d2U
Alcatel-Lucent 9396 digital 4U NodeB
9396 d4U
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Table 2, Terms and definitions (p. xi) provides a list of the terms used in this document
Table 2
Terms and definitions
Terms
Definition
NodeB
Refers to the general network element as

specified in the 3G publications.
Refers to the Alcatel-Lucent () which delivers
an integrated UMTS management platform
through which all UTRAN NEs can be
monitored and controlled.
power cabinet
Refers to the indoor power cabinet.
AMP
Refers to all types of amplifiers (iLAM,

HEPAM, P2PAM, C2PAM), regardless of
frequency range.
RF filters
Refers to all types of Radio Frequency filters

(Duplexer and Dual Duplexer), regardless of
frequency range.
Typographical conventions
The following typographical conventions are used in this document:
Convention
Meaning
User
Refers to any person who performs a task.
Bold typeface
Identifies menu selections and command names.
Constant-width typeface
Identifies keyboard input and system generated

responses.
Italic typeface
Identifies titles of documents, filenames, and

directories.
< > (Angle brackets)
Represents the variables that are not optional in a

command.
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Related information
For information on subjects related to the content of this document, refer to the following
documents:
Refer to this
document
At this location
For more information on
Alcatel-Lucent 9391
Macrocell NodeB Indoor,
Installation Test,
401-382-442
To access or to obtain a copy of

the document, contact
Alcatel-Lucent Customer
Support team.
Installing and configuring,

Macrocell NodeBs.
Alcatel-Lucent 9396 d2u

NodeB Operation,
Administration, and
Maintenance,
401-382-027

Support team.
Operations, Administration,
Maintenance, and Provisioning
tasks on the Alcatel-Lucent
9396 digital 2U NodeB.
Alcatel-Lucent Remote
Radio Head 40W/60W 850, 1900 MHz
Operation,
Administration, and
Maintenance,
401-382-031

Support team.
Fault correction and testing

tasks on the Alcatel-Lucent
Remote Radio Head 40W/60W
- 850, 1900 MHz.
Alcatel-Lucent W-CDMA
System - Terminology,
NN-20500-002
http://support.alcatellucent.com
List of terms used in

Alcatel-Lucent W-CDMA
documents
Document support
For support in using this or any other Alcatel-Lucent document, contact Alcatel-Lucent at
one of the following telephone numbers:
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Technical support
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How to order
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Safety statements
1
Overview
Purpose
This chapter provides information on the structure of safety statements which may arise
in the course of your work.
Contents
Structure of safety statements
1-2
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Overview
This topic describes the components of safety statements that appear in this document.
General structure
Safety statements include the following structural elements:
E
L
MP
CAUTION
Lifting hazard
SA
Lifting this equipment by yourself can result in injury

due to the size and weight of the equipment.
Always use three people or a lifting device to transport

and position this equipment.
[ABC123]
F
G
H
Item
Structure element
Purpose
Safety alert symbol
Indicates the potential for personal injury

(optional)
Safety symbol
Indicates hazard type (optional)
Signal word
Indicates the severity of the hazard
Hazard type
Describes the source of the risk of damage or

injury
Safety message
Consequences if protective measures fail
Avoidance message
Protective measures to take to avoid the hazard
Identifier
The reference ID of the safety statement

(optional)
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Signal words
The signal words identify the hazard severity levels as follows:

Signal word
Meaning
DANGER
Indicates an extremely hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a hazardous situation not related to personal injury.
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2 odeB RMT initialization

N
and connection
Overview
To install RMT, configure and manage the NodeB with RMT, see Chapter 4, Installing
RMT, and Chapter 5, NodeB RMT initialization and connection in the Alcatel-Lucent
939x Node B Remote Maintenance Tool Installation and Configuration Manual,
9YZ-03450-4006-RJZZA.
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Overview
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P
(MCR configurations)
Overview
Purpose
This chapter describes how to perform the RF calibration procedures with Multi-Carrier
Radio (MCR).
Contents
3-2
3-3
Calibrate the RF path
3-4
3-19
3-22
3-26
3-27
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Overview
Purpose
This section describes the procedures required to perform an RF power calibration on a

NodeB.
RF power calibration is not a standard procedure, but can be used when components must
be changed or a new RF path is added to a previously deployed NodeB.
Contents
3-3
3-4
3-19
3-22
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NodeB status
The NodeB must be booted on a valid call processing software load to perform the RF
calibration.
The connection between the NodeB and the RNC must be broken.
Offline mode
Before performing RMT power calibration, the NodeB must be switched into offline
mode. This operation will automatically reboot the NodeB.
RMT setup
Before RMT can be used with the NodeB, the laptop must be configured appropriately.
This includes the IP address and NodeB software loads.
The RMT must be physically connected to the NodeB through an ethernet connection.
RF path maps
The RF path maps are stored on the NodeB backplane memory chip. The initial maps are
populated when the factory calibration is performed.
The record version of the RF path maps must be set to 1.
The digital shelf number and the logical unit number must be set according to the
site-specific conditions.
When a recalibration is performed due to the addition of a new RF path (that is, a new
radio or filter), the path maps must be changed to ensure the new configuration is mapped
correctly.
RF power calibration
The RF power calibration is a semi-autonomous procedure which calculates the gains and
losses through the test path and writes these values to the NodeB backplane memory chip.
These values are then accessed each time the radio is brought into service to ensure the
radios operate at their power levels.
To retrieve the new backplane parameters, you must restart the NodeB application.
However, it is not necessary to restart the RMT.
The RF power calibration procedure applies only to the 9391 Macrocell. It does not apply
to the 9396 d2U/d4U and the distributed NodeB.
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Before you begin
Ensure that the following prerequisites are met:

Required tools
The power calibration procedure requires the following test equipment:
Power meter, sensor, or attenuator (power range 40 dB and 300 W)

Adaptor cable or connector for N type to DIN connection
Note: Prior to attempting RF path calibration choose an appropriate power meter,
head, attenuator, and test cable such that the combination of these test components
provides the desired calibration accuracy, while protecting the attenuator and power
meter head from thermal damage.
System requirements
The NodeB must be in the offline mode.

The following components must be configured:
BTS Primary RF Path Map and BTS RF Test Path Map must display the new
configuration (after addition of a new RF path, that is, a new radio or new filter).
The power meter used to measure the signal must be calibrated and setup to provide
the correct measurement.
If antenna jumper cables are connected, they must be removed to connect the power
meter.
Important! Alcatel-Lucent recommends that you store the BTS Primary RF Path Map
and the BTS RF Test Path Map, andMCR RF Test Path Maps tab prior to the RF
calibration. For more information, see Save RF path configuration files (p. 3-22).
Important! If, after a calibration, a window appears stating that a value is out of
range, then the calibration is not valid. In this case, do not store the values. The
problem must be identified and the calibration procedure must be re-executed.
Calibrate RF path for Diversity 1
To calibrate an RF path of the NodeB for Diversity 1, perform the following steps:
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Select the Tx ON/OFF switch on the radio's faceplate to the OFF position.
Important! Set the DOWN position = OFF.
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Connect the power meter adapter cable (with the 40 dB attenuator) to the appropriate
sector External Antenna Connection (EAC) on the NodeB.
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Select the Tx ON/OFF switch on the radio's faceplate back to the ON position.
Important! Set the UP position = ON.
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From the RMT main menu, select Config RF Calibration Perform Calibration.
Result: The Figure 3-1, RF calibration (p. 3-5) appears.
Figure 3-1 RF calibration
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If the CTU is already configured, the Figure 3-2, Clock setup (p. 3-6) appears.
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Figure 3-2 Clock setup
Click Yes.
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Wait until the TDU Selection, Radio Selection, and Path Selection fields are populated
in Figure 3-1, RF calibration (p. 3-5).
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Select the following:

Set TDU Selection to No TDU.
Set Radio Selection to Radio (1 - 6) according to the RF path that is being calibrated.
Set Path Selection to Diversity 1.
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Click Start.
Result: The Figure 3-3, Cal Frequency (p. 3-6) appears.
Figure 3-3 Cal Frequency
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If the RF path is equipped

with a radio that is
providing...
And if you want to

calibrate at...
Then...
One carrier
The assigned carrier

frequency (recommended)
Click No and go to Step

10
The filters center frequency
Click Yes and go to Step

15.
You must calibrate at the

assigned carrier frequency
Click No and go to Step

10.
Two or three carriers (per radio)
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10
According to the frequency band of the NodeB, see the Figure 3-4, Frequency for 850
MHz NodeB (p. 3-8) and Figure 3-5, Frequency for 1900 MHz NodeB (p. 3-9) for
determining the specific channel number associated with the assigned carrier frequency
you want to calibrate.
For a 850 MHz band NodeB, use the Figure 3-4, Frequency for 850 MHz NodeB
(p. 3-8) to convert the assigned carrier downlink or transmit frequency to a channel
number.
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Figure 3-4 Frequency for 850 MHz NodeB
For a 1900 MHz band NodeB, use the Figure 3-5, Frequency for 1900 MHz NodeB
(p. 3-9) to convert the assigned carrier downlink/transmit frequency to a channel number.
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Figure 3-5 Frequency for 1900 MHz NodeB
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11
Enter the channel number obtained from the previous step into the RF Calibration
screens Base Channel box as shown in Figure 3-6, RF Calibration Base Channel
(p. 3-10):
Figure 3-6 RF Calibration Base Channel
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12
To enable the carrier, click on the box with the number 1 at the right of the Base Channel
box.
Note: This will cause the channel number that was entered in the Base Channel box
to get disabled and appear in the box below the number 1 as shown in Figure 3-7,
Channel Info (p. 3-11):
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Figure 3-7 Channel Info
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13
If...
Then...
You are performing calibration on an RF path

that is equipped with a radio providing two or
three carriers
Click on the box with the number 2 and 3 as

applicable to enable those additional carriers
Note: When you enter the Base Channel number, the second and third carrier channel
numbers are populated automatically (but dimmed). By default the second carrier will
be 5 MHz above the first; and the third will be an additional 5 MHz above the second
carrier. However, carrier spacing of 4.6 and 4.8 MHz are also permitted. If your
market uses carrier spacing other than 5 MHz, then (after enabling the second and
third carrier accordingly) you can click on the channel number boxes (box below the
number 2 for the second carrier and box below number 3 for the third carrier) to
change the second and third carrier channels to those used in your market.
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14
To begin the calibration, click Start.

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15
Set or verify the value in Single Carrier box under Channel Power to the appropriate
dBm value per the specific NodeB configuration as specified in the Table 3-1, Target
Power for NodeB configurations (p. 3-12).
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Figure 3-8 Channel Power
Table 3-1
Target Power for NodeB configurations
For this
configuration
Then the Single

Carrier power to
be entered should
be
80 Watts (850/1900
MHz for the 9391
Macrocell)
48.0 dBm
60 Watts (850/1900
MHz for the 9391
Macrocell)
46.8 dBm
40 Watts (850/1900
MHz for the 9391
Macrocell)
45.0 dBm
The Total Target Power displayed will be
48.0 dBm
One carrier
46.8 dBm
Two carriers (per

radio)
49.8 dBm
One carrier
45.0 dBm
Two carriers (per

radio)
48.0 dBm
Three carriers (per

radio)
49.8 dBm
Note: The Table 3-1, Target Power for NodeB configurations (p. 3-12) is only used
if you are doing calibration on a Tx path that is equipped with the C2PAM or P2PAM
amplifier.
The Total Target Power dBm value is automatically set but dimmed out. This value is
the same as the Single Carrier value for a one-carrier configuration or is the
combination of a two or three-carrier configuration radio output. This is the target
calibration value.
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If there are High Efficiency RF Power Amplifiers (HE PAMs) in the Tx Path, RMT
calibrates it at a maximum power minus 10 dB. The user cannot change the carrier power
with HE PAMs. The Table 3-2, HE PAM NodeB configurations (p. 3-13) shows the
supported HE PAM NodeB configurations.
Table 3-2
HE PAM NodeB configurations
For HE PAM
Configs
No. of Carriers
Then the Single

Carrier power
shown Should Be
The Total Target

Power Displayed
Will Be
850 MHz (combined

pair of amplifiers for
the 9391 Macrocell)
One carrier
40.00 dBm
40.00 dBm
Two carriers
36.99 dBm
850 MHz (single

amplifier for the 9391
Macrocell)
One carrier
37.78 dBm
Two carriers
34.77 dBm
1900 MHz (single

amplifier for the 9391
Macrocell)
One carrier
38.57 dBm
37.78 dBm
38.57 dBm
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16
Click OK.
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17
The Figure 3-9, Channel Setup (p. 3-13) appears.

Figure 3-9 Channel Setup
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18
Click Yes.
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19
After few minutes the Figure 3-10, Reminder (p. 3-14) appears.
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Figure 3-10 Reminder
Wait until the amplifier warms up and the output power level stabilizes.
Verify that the RF power meter displays an RF power level that is within 3 dBm of the
Total Target Power value that is shown on the RF Calibration screen. If the value on the
RF power meter is not within this range, then troubleshoot the RF Path hardware, RF Path
Maps, and the RF power meter test equipment (meter, attenuator, adapter cable, and so
on).
After the power level has stabilized (~4 minutes), click OK to continue with calibration.
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20
Type the stabilized value displayed on the power meter into the EAC Transmit Power
(dBm) box and click Continue.
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21
Repeat Step 19 until the Calibration Results pop-up window appears, indicating that the
calibration is complete. Do not click OK.
The calibration results shown in Figure 3-11, Calibration Results (p. 3-14) is only an
example. Move to Step 22 to verify the values.
Figure 3-11 Calibration Results
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Verify the B1 and B3 values displayed in the Calibration Results pop-up window with
the Table 3-3, Parameter and valid range (p. 3-15).
Table 3-3
Parameter and valid range
Parameter
Valid range
B1
3.00 to +3.00
B3
38.60 to 44.0
Confirm if B1 and B3 are within the valid range.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
23
Click OK in the Figure 3-11, Calibration Results (p. 3-14).

Result: The Figure 3-12, Write Records (p. 3-15) appears.
Figure 3-12 Write Records
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
24
If ...
Then ...
Calibration results for B1 or B3 are

out-of-range.
Click No
Click Cancel to exit the RF Calibration

window
Troubleshoot
Repeat calibration beginning with Step 1
Click Yes to save the calibration results
Proceed to Calibrate RF path for

Diversity 2 (p. 3-16).
Calibration results for both B1 and B3 are

within limits.
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Calibrate RF path for Diversity 2
To calibrate an RF path of the NodeB for Diversity 2, perform the following steps:
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
In the RF Calibration window, change the Path Selection to Diversity 2 and click Start.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
If you performed the Calibrate RF path for

Diversity 1 - Step 8 at...
Then ...
The assigned carrier frequency

(recommended)
Go to Step 5.
The filters center frequency
Go to Step 3.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
The Cal Frequency window appears as shown in Figure 3-3, Cal Frequency (p. 3-6).
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click Yes.
Result: The Figure 3-13, No filter (p. 3-16) appears.
Figure 3-13 No filter
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click OK.
Note: A receive path (B2) only calibration will be performed.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
The Figure 3-14, Calibration Results (p. 3-17) appears (text may vary depending upon
frequency band and cabinet configuration).
Note: The calibration results shown in the following window is only an example.
Continue with the procedure to verify the value.
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Figure 3-14 Calibration Results
A fixed value appropriate to the cabinet configuration and band will be set for the B2
value. This value can be verified later.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click OK to accept the value.

Result: The Figure 3-15, Write Records (p. 3-17) appears.
Figure 3-15 Write Records
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click Yes to save the calibration results.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Change the radios faceplate switch to Tx OFF position.

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10
Click Cancel to exit the RF Calibration window.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
11
Disconnect the RF power meters test cable from the NodeB EAC.
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12
If...
Then...
There are more sectors to calibrate.
Repeat the Calibrate RF path for Diversity 1

(p. 3-4) and Calibrate RF path for Diversity
2 (p. 3-16) procedures for the next sector that
is to be calibrated.
There are no more sectors requiring

calibration.
Proceed to the section Verify the fixed B2

calibration value (p. 3-19).
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Purpose
Sometimes the fixed B2 values that are to be entered for various frequency bands and
cabinet configurations are changed by the responsible engineering organizations. The
RMT software is programmed to write the fixed values during calibration. However, your
version of the RMT software may not contain the latest updates to the fixed values.
Follow this procedure t
Procedure
To verify and/or correct the fixed B2 values saved to the NodeB's backplane, perform the
following steps:
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
From the RMT main menu, select Config RF Calibration BTS Primary RF Path
Map.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
In the Figure 3-16, BTS Primary RF Path Map (p. 3-20) find the B2 values for the
Radios and Rx Diversities calibrated in the previous procedure. (In the example below the
B2 values that were saved for Radio 4 are circled.)
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Figure 3-16 BTS Primary RF Path Map
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In the table below find the correct B2 fixed value for your cabinet configuration and
frequency band.
If the NodeB is
And the frequency

band and NodeB
configuration are
Then
9391 Macrocell ID/OD
850 MHz Duplex
RX1 and Rx2 B2 Cal Loss = 1.20
850 MHz Simplex
1900 MHz Duplex
1900 MHz Simplex
Note: A Duplex or Simplex NodeB configuration refers to how the Simplexable Dual
Duplex Filters are configured in the NodeB (if equipped with this filter type). If the
NodeB is equipped with the standard Dual Duplex Filters, the NodeB is a Duplex
configuration.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Compare the correct B2 fixed value to those written in your NodeBs BTS Primary RF
Path Map window.
If ...
Then ...
The BTS Primary RF Path Map B2 values for

all equipped radios match the correct value
from the table above
Click Cancel to close the BTS Primary RF

Path Map window.
The saved B2 values displayed in the BTS

Primary RF Path Map window do not match
the correct value from the table above
Type the correct value into the BTS Primary

RF Path Map Rx1 B2 Cal Loss and Rx2 B2 Cal
Loss fields for each equipped radio.
Click Apply to save the changes to the
NodeBs backplane.
Click Refresh to verify the proper B2 values
were saved.
Click Cancel to close the BTS Primary RF
Path Map window.
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Purpose
It is recommended to save configuration files of both the BTS Primary RF Path Map as
well as the BTS RF Test Path Map, especially after an RF calibration. These files can be
reused to record and if necessary, restore the values for the NodeB.
Save a configuration file of the BTS Primary RF Path Map
To save a configuration file of the BTS Primary RF Path Map, perform the following
steps:
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
From the RMT main menu, click Config RF-Calibration BTS Primary RF Path
Map.
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Result: The Figure 3-17, BTS Primary RF Path Map (p. 3-23) appears:
Figure 3-17 BTS Primary RF Path Map
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To save an XML version of the configuration file, click Save.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Navigate to a folder on your hard drive and in the pop-up window, enter a name that
corresponds to the BTS currently connected, and click Save.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
To return to the RMT main menu, click Cancel.

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Save a configuration file of the BTS RF Test Path Map
To save a configuration file of the BTS RF Test Path Map, perform the following steps:
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
From the RMT main menu, click Config RF-Calibration BTS RF Test Path Map.
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Result: The Figure 3-18, BTS RF Test Path Map (p. 3-25) appears:
Figure 3-18 BTS RF Test Path Map
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Select the Radio RF Test Path Maps tab.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
To save an XML version of the configuration file, click Save.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Navigate to a folder on your hard drive and in the pop-up window, enter a name that
corresponds to the BTS currently connected, and click Save.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
To return to the RMT main menu, click Cancel.

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Overview
Purpose
This section describes the procedure required to perform a closed loop RF power
verification on a Node B.
Closed loop RF power verification should be executed any time that the transmit path
needs to be verified.
Contents
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Required tools
The power verification procedure requires the following test equipment:
Power meter, sensor, or attenuator (power range 40 dB and 300 W)

Adaptor cable or connector for N type to DIN connection
System requirements
System requirements before performing RF power verification:
The power meter used to measure the signal must be calibrated and setup to provide
the correct measurement.
If antenna jumper cables are connected, they must be removed to connect the power
meter.
The Tx ON/OFF on the radio faceplate for the transmit path that is to be tested is
switched to On.
The CTU must be configured.
Proceed as follows to set up closed loop RF power verification:

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Switch the Tx ON/OFF switch on the radio's faceplate to the OFF position.
Important! Switch set to the Down position = OFF.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Connect the power meter adapter cable (with the 40 dB attenuator) to the appropriate
sector External Antenna Connection (EAC) on the Node B.
Additional information: The RF attenuator or the antenna has to be connected behind
the power meter in order to have a proper RF termination.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Switch the Tx ON/OFF switch on the radio faceplate back to the ON position.
Important! Switch set to the UP position = ON.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Select Test Code Domain.
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Result:
The MultiChannelSetup window is displayed:
Note: The example above is for a 1900 MHz Macrocell Node B.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Set the Target Cell Power parameter per the following table:
If verifying per carrier
Then set the Target Cell Power

parameter to
a 80-Watt Tx path
48.0 dBm
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If verifying per carrier
Then set the Target Cell Power

parameter to
a 60-Watt Tx path
46.8 dBm
a 40-Watt Tx path
45.0 dBm
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click on the Cell Index box in the first row to place a checkmark in the box (circled in the
example screen below).
Note: If performing RF power verification on an RF path that is equipped with a radio

that is providing two or three carriers, click on the Cell Index box in the second row
and third row as applicable.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Select the correct radio (Radio1-6) for the RF path by clicking on the Radio/RRH
dropdown field in the second & third row.

that is providing two or three carriers, select the Radio in the Radio/RRH dropdown
field in the second row and third row as applicable.
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Select the assigned carrier (Carrier 1-3) to the Radio by clicking on the Carrier dropdown
field in the first, second or third row per configuration.

that is providing two or three carriers, select the Carrier2 and Carrier3 in the Carrier
dropdown field in the second and third row as applicable.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Set the transmit frequency to the specific assigned downlink (transmit) frequency being
used in your market, by clicking on the Tx Frequency(in MHz) field and entering the
frequency number in the first row.
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that is providing two or three carriers, set the transmit frequency to the specific
assigned downlink frequency being used in your market, by clicking on the Tx
Frequency(in MHz) field and entering the frequency in the second and third row as
applicable.
These 2nd and 3rd Carrier transmit frequencies are different than what was entered for
the 1st carriers.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
10
Click Apply, and wait while the radio(s) get configured.

Result: The message Multichannel configuration done appears near the
bottom of the MultiChannelSetup window.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
11
Verify that the green Tx1-ON LED on the faceplate of the radio-under-test is lit.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
12
Verify that output power is seen on the meter.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
13
If ...
Then ...
Output power is seen on the meter.
Proceed with the next step.
No output power is seen on the meter.
Click the Cancel button to exit the

MultiChannelSetup window.
Turn the radios faceplate switch to the Tx
OFF position, and perform troubleshooting.
Then repeat this procedure beginning with step
1.
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14
Wait while the amplifier warms up and the power level stabilizes (about four minutes).
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
15
For the radio-under-test, verify the power meter displays what is shown in the table
below. If the displayed level is outside this range, troubleshoot.
Important! During troubleshooting be sure to switch the radio under test faceplate
switch to the Tx OFF position prior to connecting or disconnecting any transmit path
cables in the path between the amplifiers output port and the power meter.
Failure to turn off the appropriate switch may result in injury.
For this configuration
Then power should be (via RMT)
80 Watts
48.0 1.0 dBm
60 Watts
46.8 1.0 dBm (single carrier)

or 49.8 1.0 dBm (if two carrier are
configured on the same radio)
40 Watts
45.0 1.0 dBm (single carrier)

or 48.0 1.0 dBm (if two carriers are
or 49.8 1.0 dBm (if three carriers are
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
16
On the MultichannelSetup window, click Disable TX to switch off the TX power.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
17
Verify that the radio is no longer transmitting (Tx1-ON LED on the radios faceplate)
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
18
Click Cancel to exit the MultiChannelSetup window.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
19
Disconnect the RF power meters test cable from the NodeBs EAC.
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Additional sectors/cells
Repeat the steps under Set up closed loop RF power verification (p. 3-27) for any
additional sectors or cells to be verified on the same NodeB.
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Overview
Purpose
This section describes what must be done when you finished the actual standalone tests
and hardware tests.
Contents
Switch the NodeB to online mode
4-2
Complete RMT testing
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Online mode
The purpose of the online mode is to check on the operation of the NodeB while the
system is functional. This is also used during installation and certification of a site. If you
want to monitor the status of the NodeB without performing any tests, the NodeB can be
left in the online mode.
Important! If configuration parameters are changed in online mode, the NodeB must
be rebooted.
Online/Offline control
NOTICE
Service-disruption hazard
If this procedure is not performed correctly, service may be disrupted.
Read and familiarize yourself with this procedure and all of the associated information
before performing this procedure.
The BTS Online/Offline Control dialog allows you to switch the NodeB into online or
offline mode of operation without being attached to the WMS.
Important! Transitioning from Online or Offline results in a reboot of the
NodeB.
Before you begin
Ensure that you have installed the appropriate release of the RMT for the active software
generic of the NodeB.
If the NodeB is already in service, a backup of the NodeB database should be performed
using the OMC-UPS. If you plan to activate a different software generic in offline mode,
the backup is mandatory.
Procedure
Perform the following steps to switch the NodeB to online mode:

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
From the RMT main menu, select Config > Cell > Online/Offline Control.
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Result: The BTS Online/Offline Control window appears.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
As the NodeB is in the offline mode, the Timeout and Password fields are disabled.
Figure 4-1 Switch to online mode
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click Switch to Online.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click OK.
Wait until the UMTS boot is complete, and reconnect the RMT.
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N D O F S T E P S
Possible error causes
The attempt to switch between online/offline mode can fail for the following reasons, and
results in error messages being displayed:
Attempt to communicate with the Node B application software fails.

The entered password is not understood by the Node B application software.
The application software rejects the request.

An existing online/offline transaction is already in progress.
An online/offline transaction is in progress and this transaction is preempted by

another request.
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Test cleanup/final procedures
Proceed as follows to complete Node B RMT testing procedure:

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
On the Node B RMT screen click DISCONNECT.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Click File Exit.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Power down the computer.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Remove all test equipment connections from the Node B.

...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Check to ensure the CSU red LEDs go out and stay out after the LIU reboots.
...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Check the Node B status with the WMS operator (no alarms, system enabled etc.).
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Index
C Calibrate
RF path, 3-4
Closed loop RF power verification
Set up, 3-27
Complete
RMT testing, 4-4
RMT
Configure cell, 2-1
Final activities, 4-1
RF power calibration, 3-2
RMT testing
Complete, 4-4
................................................................................................
................................................................................................
H HE PAM, 3-4
S Safety statements, 1-1, 1-2
................................................................................................
N Node B
Online mode, 4-2

................................................................................................
Save configuration files

After RF calibration, 3-22
Set up
Closed loop RF power verification, 3-27
O Online mode
Node B, 4-2
................................................................................................
P Preliminary information
RF power calibration, 3-3

................................................................................................
R RF calibration
Save configuration files, 3-22

RF path
Calibrate, 3-4
RF power calibration
Node B RMT, 3-2
Preliminary information, 3-3
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NodeB RMT initialization and connection

Perform RF calibration (MCR configurations)

Calibrate the RF path ............................................................................................................................................................... 3-4

RF power verification (MCR configurations)

Set up closed loop RF power verification

Perform final activities

NodeB terminology ....................................................................................................................................................... xx

Terms and definitions .................................................................................................................................................. xi

Target Power for NodeB configurations

HE PAM NodeB configurations

Parameter and valid range .................................................................................................................................... 3-15

RF calibration .............................................................................................................................................................. 3-5

Frequency for 850 MHz NodeB ........................................................................................................................... 3-8

Frequency for 1900 MHz NodeB

RF Calibration Base Channel

Channel Info .............................................................................................................................................................. 3-11

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BTS Primary RF Path Map .................................................................................................................................. 3-20

BTS Primary RF Path Map .................................................................................................................................. 3-23

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