VectaStar Gigabit AP Installation and Commissioning Guide

VectaStar
Gigabit AP Installation
and Commissioning
Guide
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D001115-B02
VectaStar Gigabit AP Installation and Commissioning Guide D001115-B02
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Before you start

Caution: Make sure all power is switched off before connecting or disconnecting an ODU. You may damage the
equipment if you connect or disconnect the outdoor CAT-5e cable from the indoor equipment while it has power
applied.
Required equipment
To perform the configuration steps in this section, you will need:
• IDU-PI-60W, part of the Installer Kit
• Ethermet switch (see below)
• 2 x straight-through CAT-5 Ethernet cables
Recommendation: use an Ethernet switch

CBNL recommends that you use an Ethernet switch. This allows an ODU to auto-negotiate properly without being
dependent on the Ethernet chipset in your chosen Installation Laptop PC, which in turn ensures a successful
configuration.
If you attempt the configuration without using a switch and it fails, try again using a switch.
Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC

1 Switch off the power to the IDU-PI-60W.
2 Boot up the Installation Laptop PC.
3 Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC:
– (Windows/Mac) Double-click the vsinstall.jar file
– (Linux) Run the following command:
java -jar vsinstall-3_x.jar.
You’ll see the initial screen:
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Connect the Installation Laptop PC

To connect the Installation Laptop PC to the ODU you need to make the connections shown below.
IDU-PI-60W
X
Ethernet switch
Installation Device
running
VSInstall v2
1 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable between the OUT port on the IDU-PI-60W and the RJ45 connector
on the underside of the ODU.
2 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable between the IN port on the IDU-PI-60W and the Ethernet switch.
3 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable from the Ethernet switch to the Ethernet port on the
Installation Laptop PC.
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Perform a full install

1 On the Installation Laptop PC, in the VS Install Tool V3 main window select Upgrade or Install AP or RT and
click Next.
2 Select Load default AP or RT configuration (full install) and click Next.
– If you choose not to load the default configuration, VS Install Tool V3 only performs the upgrade procedure,
and assumes there is already a saved config file on the ODU.
– If there is no previously saved config file, you will see an error message, and the complete upgrade/config
procedure will be followed.
3 Browse to the file containing the VectaStar software release (vectastar-N.x.y-z-cpe.zip) you want to install
and click Open:
4 Click Next. The VectaStar release files will start decompressing:
5 As prompted in the VS Install Tool V3 window, restart the ODU.
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After about 20-30 seconds you will see some messages in the VS Install Tool V3 window:
6 Click Next and wait until the upgrade has completed.
Once the upgrade process has completed, VS Install Tool V3 will automatically start the configuration process.
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Configuration steps
The steps that you follow in this section depend on the type of ODU connected.
Set the ODU type and access list

1 Select your AP type (ZFS or GbitAP).
2 (ZFS mode only) Enter the IP access list (i.e. any machine IP addresses allowed to manage the ODU, such as
your VNMS Server):
3 If you selected GbitAP as the ODU-type, go straight to Complete the configuration on page 21.
Set the interface type (VSG AP, GbitAP mode only)

1 Select the interface to be used on this unit; this can be 1000baseT or Fibre).
Set up channelisation
2 Click Next and:
– Click in the Downstream Freq field and enter the downstream frequency in kHz
– Press Tab; the Upstream frequency will be filled in automatically
– Press Tab and select a channel bandwidth from the drop-down menu
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Set up network parameters

1 Click Next and enter configuration details as described in the table below:
Parameter Description
Hostname A name used to represent this ODU in the EMS applications (such as vsodu).
IP address Local IP Address of the AP; the default is 192.168.1.1
Netmask Usually 255.255.255.0.
Gateway Gateway IP address.
Syslog IP address IP address of the computer to which syslog messages are sent.
VLAN ID For use with tagged traffic networks; enter the integer value for the VLAN tag. Use in
conjunction with the interface field.
SNMP community Clear text string used for SNMP authentication (default is public).
Note: If you change the ODU’s IP address or password, VS Install Tool V3 automatically remembers the new
details for the remainder of this session (i.e. while the Installation Laptop PC is still physically connected).
2 Make a note of any changes you make (especially Hostname and IP address).
Set the unit’s management password

1 Click Next and specify a management password for the ODU:
– Check Default password, or
– Uncheck Default password and enter a new password twice.
2 Make a note of the password; without it, users will not be able to manage the ODU.
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Set up VectaStar compatibility mode

1 Select the over-the-air compatibility mode:
– yes: ODU can work interoperably with VS1 radio networks
– no: ODU works with VS2/VSG networks
Complete the configuration

1 Click Next to confirm that you want to configure the ODU.
2 Click Next to load the configuration.
3 Click Finish to reboot the ODU:
Power down the ODU

1 Exit VS Install Tool V3.
2 Disconnect the Installation Laptop PC from the indoor equipment.
3 Disconnect the ODU from the power.
The ODU is now ready to be installed up a pole or mast.
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Other VS Install Tool V3 operations
Starting the configuration process from scratch

If you want to configure an ODU without performing an upgrade, proceed as follows:
1 On the Installation Laptop PC, in the VS Install Tool V3 main window select Configure AP or Terminal and
click Next.

3 Click Next and follow the steps in Configuration steps on page 19.
Running a syslog session

To run a syslog session and save syslog messages to a text file:
1 Select Syslog from the main screen and click Next.
2 Browse to the folder where you want to save the syslog file, enter a file name and click Open.
The syslog process will bgin collecting data.
3 When you want to stop the process, click Finish.
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4 Installing a VectaStar Gigabit ODU
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Overview
This chapter explains how to install VectaStar Gigabit ODUs (VSG ODU-S and VSG ODU) ODU-S ODU
for all frequencies and polarisations.
Make sure you have read and understood the information in Safety notices on page 4.
You will also need to refer to the model-specific antenna installation instructions, supplied in
the antenna box.
H
V
Overview – installing an ODU

These are the steps you will need to take:
1 Check the ODU polarisation (page 24)
2 Check the antenna polarisation (page 25)
3 Assemble and mount the antenna: see the separate instructions in the antenna box
4 Mount the ODU onto the antenna/bracket, page 26
5 Earth the ODU, page 27
6 Align the ODU: see the separate instructions in the antenna box
7 Make up the cable runs, including any lightning protection:
– Fibre ODU: Make up the 2-core power cable run, page 28
– CAT-5e ODU: Make up the CAT-5e power/data cable run, page 32
8 Connect the power/data cables:
– Fibre ODU: Make the power/data connections, page 34
– CAT-5e ODU: Make the power/data connections, page 35
Note: Only use the minimum length of cable necessary when installing a VectaStar Gigabit ODU. Excess cable
should be trimmed rather than leaving coils of cable.
In extreme environmental conditions, or for additional protection, installers may wish to consider placing ODU
cabling in a suitable outdoor duct.
Carrying/lashing ODUs
VectaStar ODUs have both a carry handle and one or more lashing points.
Caution: If you need to lash rope to an ODU to lift it, only use the correct lashing point (the small circular hole as
indicated below). Do not lash to the carry handle, as it is not designed for this purpose.
ODU-S ODU
carry handle carry handle only (not lashing point)

(not lashing point)
H
lashing point lashing points
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Check the ODU polarisation

It is very important that you install the ODU with the correct polarisation for the sector, as detailed on any
site-specific installation instructions.
• VSG ODU-S – Polarisation is controlled simply by the orientation of the ODU-S.
horizontal vertical
• VSG ODU – Polarisation is controlled by the polarisation twister on the ODU; see the diagram below, and
follow the instructions on page 25 if you need to change the ODU polarisation.
10.5GHz ODU 26GHz ODU 28GHz ODU
polarisation RF polarisation RF polarisation RF

twister adapter twister adapter twister adapter
V
10
.
V V V V V
5G
H
Hz
vert. vert. vert.

z
GH
28
Hz
Hz
26GHz
AP
AP
.5 G G
GH
10 26 28
z
H H
AP
H
AP
H
H H
horiz. horiz. horiz.
10
10
26
28
5G
V
5G 26GHz GH
28
Hz
.
Hz Hz z
GH
z
z
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VSG ODU (not ODU-S): Changing the ODU polarisation if necessary
Note: Refer to the diagram on page 24.
These instructions do not apply to a VSG ODU-S.

ODU-S ODU
To convert a VSG ODU from its default vertical polarisation to horizontal polarisation:
1 Undo the four M4x20 bolts in the RF adapter.
2 Lift out the RF adapter (keep the bolts in place)
3 Remove the ‘O’ ring from the recessed groove on the face plate, rub a small amount of silicone grease onto it,
and replace it.
4 Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly with dry cloths or tissues; ensure the aperture is completely clear of any
silicone grease.
5 Lift out the polarisation twister, flip it over (one face has an ‘H’ engraved on it, the other has a ‘V’) and replace
it. Two locating pins ensure the polarisation twister fits in the correct rotational orientation. Ensure that the
orientation matches the views on page 24.
6 Rotate the RF adapter 90° to set the new polarisation and replace it on the polarisation twister (two posts on
the twister ensure it will only fit in the correct orientation). Ensure that the orientation matches the views on
page 24.
7 Replace and tighten the four M4x20 bolts.
Check the antenna polarisation

It is very important that the ODU and antenna polarisations match: check your site installation instructions against
the antenna product label/part number:
• Antenna, vertical polarisation: ANT-xxG-AP-V
• Antenna, horizontal polarisation: ANT-xxG-AP-H
Assemble and mount the antenna on the pole

Instructions for assembling and mounting the antenna are dependent on the type of antenna. Please refer to the
separate instructions supplied in the antenna box.
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Mount the ODU onto the antenna bracket

Caution: In all cases, the ODU should be mounted with the carry handle at the top and the connectors at the
bottom.
Silicone grease is needed to fully waterproof the ODU-to-antenna coupling. However, you must avoid getting any
silicone grease into the RF aperture.
1 Put a very small amount of silicone grease around any ‘O’ rings:
Note: If you remove and refit the antenna, you’ll need to re-grease the ‘O’ ring, but clean the mating surfaces
thoroughly with dry cloths or tissues; ensure the aperture is completely clear of any silicone grease.
2 If fitted, remove yellow plastic dust cap from the RF aperture on the ODU.
3 If you have not already done so, remove any protective tape from the waveguide apertures.
4 (ODU-S only) Ensure you are installing with the correct polarisation, as detailed on any site-specific installation
instructions:
horizontal vertical
5 Offer up the ODU to the antenna, aligning the four retaining clips.
ODU-S ODU
6 Gently push the ODU onto the antenna RF adaptor. Take care not to damage the ‘O’ ring.
If you rotate the ODU slightly as you do this, you will feel the flat edge inside the polarisation twister mate with
the corresponding flat edge on the antenna’s RF adapter. Do not use excessive force; incompatible
polarisations will damage the units.
7 Secure the ODU by fastening the four retaining clips.
8 Thread a security cable, or large cable ties, through the holes in the ends of the retaining clips, to prevent the
clips coming undone.
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Connect an earthing strap to the ODU

1 Using a 6mm spanner or socket drive remove the M6 bolt and shake-proof washer and connect an earthing
strap to the rear of the ODU. This should be a 15mm2 (or 6AWG), braided cable. When re-assembling make
sure the washer is between the earth strap connector and the M6 bolt (not between the ODU casing and the
earth strap connector).
2 Attach the other end of the earthing strap to a suitable earth point below the ODU.
Align the ODU

Note: Please refer to the detailed instructions supplied in the antenna box. The instructions below are just a brief
overview.
1 Loosen the four Azimuth Lock bolts and perform an azimuth alignment. Retighten the Azimuth Lock bolts.
2 Loosen the two Antenna Mounting bolts slightly and perform an elevation alignment. Re-tighten the Antenna
Mounting bolts.
3 Check azimuth alignment, and perform fine adjustment if necessary.
4 Check elevation alignment, and perform fine adjustment if necessary.
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Before you start

Caution: Make sure all power is switched off before connecting or disconnecting an ODU. You may damage the
equipment if you connect or disconnect the outdoor CAT-5e cable from the indoor equipment while it has power
applied.
Required equipment
To perform the configuration steps in this section, you will need:
• IDU-PI-60W, part of the Installer Kit
• Ethermet switch (see below)
• 2 x straight-through CAT-5 Ethernet cables
Recommendation: use an Ethernet switch

CBNL recommends that you use an Ethernet switch. This allows an ODU to auto-negotiate properly without being
dependent on the Ethernet chipset in your chosen Installation Laptop PC, which in turn ensures a successful
configuration.
If you attempt the configuration without using a switch and it fails, try again using a switch.
Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC

1 Switch off the power to the IDU-PI-60W.
2 Boot up the Installation Laptop PC.
3 Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC:
– (Windows/Mac) Double-click the vsinstall.jar file
– (Linux) Run the following command:
java -jar vsinstall-3_x.jar.
You’ll see the initial screen:
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Connect the Installation Laptop PC

To connect the Installation Laptop PC to the ODU you need to make the connections shown below.
IDU-PI-60W
X
Ethernet switch
Installation Device
running
VSInstall v2
1 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable between the OUT port on the IDU-PI-60W and the RJ45 connector
on the underside of the ODU.
2 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable between the IN port on the IDU-PI-60W and the Ethernet switch.
3 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable from the Ethernet switch to the Ethernet port on the
Installation Laptop PC.
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Perform a full install

1 On the Installation Laptop PC, in the VS Install Tool V3 main window select Upgrade or Install AP or RT and
click Next.
2 Select Load default AP or RT configuration (full install) and click Next.
– If you choose not to load the default configuration, VS Install Tool V3 only performs the upgrade procedure,
and assumes there is already a saved config file on the ODU.
– If there is no previously saved config file, you will see an error message, and the complete upgrade/config
procedure will be followed.
3 Browse to the file containing the VectaStar software release (vectastar-N.x.y-z-cpe.zip) you want to install
and click Open:
4 Click Next. The VectaStar release files will start decompressing:
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6 Click Next and wait until the upgrade has completed.
Once the upgrade process has completed, VS Install Tool V3 will automatically start the configuration process.
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Configuration steps
The steps that you follow in this section depend on the type of ODU connected.
Set the ODU type and access list

1 Select your AP type (ZFS or GbitAP).
2 (ZFS mode only) Enter the IP access list (i.e. any machine IP addresses allowed to manage the ODU, such as
your VNMS Server):
3 If you selected GbitAP as the ODU-type, go straight to Complete the configuration on page 21.
Set the interface type (VSG AP, GbitAP mode only)

1 Select the interface to be used on this unit; this can be 1000baseT or Fibre).
Set up channelisation
2 Click Next and:
– Click in the Downstream Freq field and enter the downstream frequency in kHz
– Press Tab; the Upstream frequency will be filled in automatically
– Press Tab and select a channel bandwidth from the drop-down menu
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Set up network parameters

1 Click Next and enter configuration details as described in the table below:
Parameter Description
Hostname A name used to represent this ODU in the EMS applications (such as vsodu).
IP address Local IP Address of the AP; the default is 192.168.1.1
Netmask Usually 255.255.255.0.
Gateway Gateway IP address.
Syslog IP address IP address of the computer to which syslog messages are sent.
VLAN ID For use with tagged traffic networks; enter the integer value for the VLAN tag. Use in
conjunction with the interface field.
SNMP community Clear text string used for SNMP authentication (default is public).
Note: If you change the ODU’s IP address or password, VS Install Tool V3 automatically remembers the new
details for the remainder of this session (i.e. while the Installation Laptop PC is still physically connected).
2 Make a note of any changes you make (especially Hostname and IP address).
Set the unit’s management password

1 Click Next and specify a management password for the ODU:
– Check Default password, or
– Uncheck Default password and enter a new password twice.
2 Make a note of the password; without it, users will not be able to manage the ODU.
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Set up VectaStar compatibility mode

1 Select the over-the-air compatibility mode:
– yes: ODU can work interoperably with VS1 radio networks
– no: ODU works with VS2/VSG networks
Complete the configuration

1 Click Next to confirm that you want to configure the ODU.
2 Click Next to load the configuration.
3 Click Finish to reboot the ODU:
Power down the ODU

1 Exit VS Install Tool V3.
2 Disconnect the Installation Laptop PC from the indoor equipment.
3 Disconnect the ODU from the power.
The ODU is now ready to be installed up a pole or mast.
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Other VS Install Tool V3 operations
Starting the configuration process from scratch

If you want to configure an ODU without performing an upgrade, proceed as follows:
1 On the Installation Laptop PC, in the VS Install Tool V3 main window select Configure AP or Terminal and
click Next.

3 Click Next and follow the steps in Configuration steps on page 19.
Running a syslog session

To run a syslog session and save syslog messages to a text file:
1 Select Syslog from the main screen and click Next.
2 Browse to the folder where you want to save the syslog file, enter a file name and click Open.
The syslog process will bgin collecting data.
3 When you want to stop the process, click Finish.
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4 Installing a VectaStar Gigabit ODU
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Overview
This chapter explains how to install VectaStar Gigabit ODUs (VSG ODU-S and VSG ODU) ODU-S ODU
for all frequencies and polarisations.
You will also need to refer to the model-specific antenna installation instructions, supplied in
the antenna box.
H
V
Overview – installing an ODU

These are the steps you will need to take:
1 Check the ODU polarisation (page 24)
2 Check the antenna polarisation (page 25)
3 Assemble and mount the antenna: see the separate instructions in the antenna box
4 Mount the ODU onto the antenna/bracket, page 26
5 Earth the ODU, page 27
6 Align the ODU: see the separate instructions in the antenna box
7 Make up the cable runs, including any lightning protection:
– Fibre ODU: Make up the 2-core power cable run, page 28
– CAT-5e ODU: Make up the CAT-5e power/data cable run, page 32
8 Connect the power/data cables:
– Fibre ODU: Make the power/data connections, page 34
– CAT-5e ODU: Make the power/data connections, page 35
In extreme environmental conditions, or for additional protection, installers may wish to consider placing ODU
cabling in a suitable outdoor duct.
Carrying/lashing ODUs
VectaStar ODUs have both a carry handle and one or more lashing points.
Caution: If you need to lash rope to an ODU to lift it, only use the correct lashing point (the small circular hole as
indicated below). Do not lash to the carry handle, as it is not designed for this purpose.
ODU-S ODU
carry handle carry handle only (not lashing point)

(not lashing point)
H
lashing point lashing points
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Check the ODU polarisation

It is very important that you install the ODU with the correct polarisation for the sector, as detailed on any
site-specific installation instructions.
• VSG ODU-S – Polarisation is controlled simply by the orientation of the ODU-S.
horizontal vertical
• VSG ODU – Polarisation is controlled by the polarisation twister on the ODU; see the diagram below, and
follow the instructions on page 25 if you need to change the ODU polarisation.
10.5GHz ODU 26GHz ODU 28GHz ODU
polarisation RF polarisation RF polarisation RF

twister adapter twister adapter twister adapter
V
10
.
V V V V V
5G
H
Hz
vert. vert. vert.

z
GH
28
Hz
Hz
26GHz
AP
AP
.5 G G
GH
10 26 28
z
H H
AP
H
AP
H
H H
horiz. horiz. horiz.
10
10
26
28
5G
V
5G 26GHz GH
28
Hz
.
Hz Hz z
GH
z
z
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VSG ODU (not ODU-S): Changing the ODU polarisation if necessary
These instructions do not apply to a VSG ODU-S.

ODU-S ODU
To convert a VSG ODU from its default vertical polarisation to horizontal polarisation:
1 Undo the four M4x20 bolts in the RF adapter.
2 Lift out the RF adapter (keep the bolts in place)
3 Remove the ‘O’ ring from the recessed groove on the face plate, rub a small amount of silicone grease onto it,
and replace it.
4 Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly with dry cloths or tissues; ensure the aperture is completely clear of any
silicone grease.
5 Lift out the polarisation twister, flip it over (one face has an ‘H’ engraved on it, the other has a ‘V’) and replace
it. Two locating pins ensure the polarisation twister fits in the correct rotational orientation. Ensure that the
orientation matches the views on page 24.
6 Rotate the RF adapter 90° to set the new polarisation and replace it on the polarisation twister (two posts on
the twister ensure it will only fit in the correct orientation). Ensure that the orientation matches the views on
page 24.
7 Replace and tighten the four M4x20 bolts.
Check the antenna polarisation

It is very important that the ODU and antenna polarisations match: check your site installation instructions against
the antenna product label/part number:
• Antenna, vertical polarisation: ANT-xxG-AP-V
• Antenna, horizontal polarisation: ANT-xxG-AP-H
Assemble and mount the antenna on the pole

Instructions for assembling and mounting the antenna are dependent on the type of antenna. Please refer to the
separate instructions supplied in the antenna box.
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Mount the ODU onto the antenna bracket

Caution: In all cases, the ODU should be mounted with the carry handle at the top and the connectors at the
bottom.
Silicone grease is needed to fully waterproof the ODU-to-antenna coupling. However, you must avoid getting any
silicone grease into the RF aperture.
1 Put a very small amount of silicone grease around any ‘O’ rings:
Note: If you remove and refit the antenna, you’ll need to re-grease the ‘O’ ring, but clean the mating surfaces
thoroughly with dry cloths or tissues; ensure the aperture is completely clear of any silicone grease.
2 If fitted, remove yellow plastic dust cap from the RF aperture on the ODU.
3 If you have not already done so, remove any protective tape from the waveguide apertures.
4 (ODU-S only) Ensure you are installing with the correct polarisation, as detailed on any site-specific installation
instructions:
horizontal vertical
5 Offer up the ODU to the antenna, aligning the four retaining clips.
ODU-S ODU
6 Gently push the ODU onto the antenna RF adaptor. Take care not to damage the ‘O’ ring.
If you rotate the ODU slightly as you do this, you will feel the flat edge inside the polarisation twister mate with
the corresponding flat edge on the antenna’s RF adapter. Do not use excessive force; incompatible
polarisations will damage the units.
7 Secure the ODU by fastening the four retaining clips.
8 Thread a security cable, or large cable ties, through the holes in the ends of the retaining clips, to prevent the
clips coming undone.
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Connect an earthing strap to the ODU

1 Using a 6mm spanner or socket drive remove the M6 bolt and shake-proof washer and connect an earthing
strap to the rear of the ODU. This should be a 15mm2 (or 6AWG), braided cable. When re-assembling make
sure the washer is between the earth strap connector and the M6 bolt (not between the ODU casing and the
earth strap connector).
2 Attach the other end of the earthing strap to a suitable earth point below the ODU.
Align the ODU

Note: Please refer to the detailed instructions supplied in the antenna box. The instructions below are just a brief
overview.
1 Loosen the four Azimuth Lock bolts and perform an azimuth alignment. Retighten the Azimuth Lock bolts.
2 Loosen the two Antenna Mounting bolts slightly and perform an elevation alignment. Re-tighten the Antenna
Mounting bolts.
3 Check azimuth alignment, and perform fine adjustment if necessary.
4 Check elevation alignment, and perform fine adjustment if necessary.
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Fibre ODU: Make up the 2-core power cable run

Note: All connections at the ODU are rated to IP67. As an additional safeguard against water ingress over time,
CBNL recommends the use of self-amalgamating tape in line with local practice, on all external cable connectors
and joiners.
For a fibre-based ODU, you will need to make up the required length of 2-core cable, including any LP-APs, and
terminate the ODU end using the supplied Souriau UTS connector.
To ODU
SOURIAU connector
(rear view)
1 2
1 0V “Return” (BRN)
SM fibre optional
2 n/c
secondary
outdoor LP-AP
3 –48V (BLU)
grade Screen (if fitted)
2-core
–48V DC
outdoor grade
at least 2.5mm2
(14AWG) LP-AP (if required)
BRN
indoor outdoor BLU
to indoor equip. BLU

BRN
IMPORTANT!
to –48V If fitted, primary LP-AP must be
installed on grounded wall plate,
as close as possible to point of ingress
Install any LP-APs

Your site installation instructions will specify how many LP-APs are required, and how they should be wired. Please
follow the instructions in Installing an LP-AP on page 48.
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Terminate the 2-core power cable (ODU end)
Caution: Be sure to follow these instructions carefully, to avoid twisting and breaking the 2-core connections
inside the Souriau connector.
Note: If you prefer to assemble the 2-core connector in the warehouse, CBNL can supply a blanking plug
(MEC1179) to use in step 7 in place of the ODU.
(a) plug
(d) ‘O’ seal (standard or reducing)
(b) coupling nut (c) backshell body (e) backshell nut
1 Unscrew the backshell nut (e).

2 Unscrew the backshell body (c) from the plug (a). Check that you can see the standard ‘O’ seal inside the
backshell body, at the cable grip end.
3 If necessary, remove the standard ‘O’ seal and use the reducing seal (d), depending on the diameter of your
2-core cable.
Cable ‘O’ seal

diameter
(min/max)
5mm/12mm standard
3mm/9mm reducing
4 Insert the cut end of the 2-core power cable through the backshell nut, the standard or reducing ‘O’ seal, and
the backshell body.
5 Strip and prepare the 2-core cable as shown (note, if your 2-core cable has a shield/screen, leave it the same
length as the other two cores); strip 15mm of the outer covering:
15mm
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6 Referring to the diagram below, connect the 2-core cable to the rear of the plug (a) using a small flat-bladed
screwdriver. If your 2-core cable has a shield/screen, connect it to the earth terminal.
Note: The earth terminal has a slightly raised wall.
Note: Take care not to remove the grub screws completely from the terminals; they are extremely difficult to
get back in!
1 2 raised wall around earth terminal
2 n/c
3 –48V (BLU)
Screen (if fitted)
Caution: Ensure backshell nut is not fitted at this stage
7 Use the coupling nut to attach the plug only (not the backshell body) to the power connector on the underside
of the ODU.
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Caution: Ensure cable does not rotate as backshell nut is tightened.
8 Screw the backshell body to the plug; this is easy with the plug already attached to the ODU. Hand tighten it
as far as you can. At this stage, with no backshell nut fitted, the cable should not rotate at all as you tighten
the backshell.
no nut fitted
9 Important: Now undo the coupling nut to remove the plug/backshell assembly from the ODU connector.
10 Slide the standard or reducing ‘O’ seal along the cable, into the rear of the backshell body.
11 Screw the backshell nut onto the backshell body. (Important: Stop tightening if the cable starts to turn
too.)This will cause the ‘O’ seal to grip the cable, but should not cause the cable to twist inside the plug.
12 Use a digital multimeter to perform continuity checks between pin 3 and the Earth pin, and pin 3 and pin 1, on
the contacts on the face of the plug. They should both be open circuit.
13 If either of the continuity checks results in a short circuit, perform the steps above in reverse to dismantle the
connector and check the connections.
14 Use the coupling nut to lock the completed connector to the ODU.
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CAT-5e ODU: Make up the power/data cable run
Notes
• All connections at the ODU are rated to IP67. As an additional safeguard against water ingress over time,
CBNL recommends the use of self-amalgamating tape in line with local practice, on all external cable
connectors and joiners. Suitable tape is available from most suppliers of installation components.
• Where extreme climatic conditions are found, CBNL recommends the use of a flexible cable protection conduit
for the external cabling to the ODU.
• Only use the minimum length of cable necessary when installing a VectaStar Gigabit ODU. Excess cable
All CAT-5E IMPORTANT!

to ODU LP-GE must be mounted
connections use vertically, with cables exiting
straight-through from the bottom, to avoid
water ingress.
wiring
8
1 W/ORN
1 2 ORN optional secondary LP-GE
3 W/GRN
4 BLU
5 W/BLU CAT-5E outdoor grade
6 GRN
7 W/BRN
LP-GE
8 BRN
check seal is
in place
indoor outdoor earth strap:

at least
8.5mm2
(8AWG)
primary LP-GE
to indoor equip.
CAT-5E cable
under cable clamps
Cable diameter:
IMPORTANT! min. 0.18” (4.6mm)
If fitted, primary LP-GE must be CAT-5E CAT-5E max. 0.35” (8.9mm)
installed on grounded wall plate,
as close as possible to point
of ingress
Use FTP cable

For compliance with the EMC requirements of the R&TTE Directive, foil-shielded twisted pair (FTP) cable must be
used for ODU cable runs between the power injection device and the ODU.
Install any LP-GEs (optional)

Your site installation instructions will specify whether an LP-GE is required for lightning protection. Installation
instructions are given in a separate chapter; see Installing an LP-GE on page 44.
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Terminate the CAT-5E cable run (ODU end)

• Use straight-through Ethernet wiring.
• CBNL ODU RJ45 connectors support CAT-5e cable diameters in the range 4.6mm to 7.9mm.
Terminating the cable – FTP cable

To terminate a CAT-5E cable and install the weather-proof cable gland:
1 Familiarise yourself with the components. 3 2 1
– 1: rear retainer
– 2: main body of cable gland
– 3: RJ45 connector
2 Slide the cable through the rear retainer (1), and main body (2).
3 Do not tighten the rear retainer to the main body of the gland yet.
4 (If there is an outer and inner sleeve, use the cable stripping device to strip off approximately
35mm (1.38") from the outer sleeve.
5 Using the cable-stripping device, strip off approximately 20mm (0.787") off the inner sleeve from the free end of
the CAT-5E cable.
6 Cut off the clear plastic wrapping (if present) and the stripping thread (if present).
7 Peel back and cut off the foil shielding.
8 Leave the drain wire separated from the 8 cores.
9 Untwist the four pairs. Arrange in the correct order for a straight-through configuration 1 W/ORN
and trim to 15mm (0.60") beyond the end of the inner grey sleeve. 2 ORN
10 Fold the drain wire back along the cable. 8 3 W/GRN
4 BLU
11 Feed the cores into the RJ45 connector (3).
5 W/BLU
1 6 GRN
7 W/BRN
8 BRN
12 Push the cable in until the cores go into the correct channels within the connector. If the
cores have been cut to the correct length, they should fit to the end of the connector, and you should be able to
see the ends of the cores.
Note: The drain wire must make contact with the metal shroud of the RJ-45 connector.
13 Place the RJ45 connector into the crimp tool and crimp it.
14 Trim the drain wire so it does not protrude from the RJ45 connector.
15 Visually inspect the termination to ensure all the wires have been crimped in the connector.
16 IMPORTANT! Align the RJ45 connector’s locking tab with the wide slot on the front of the
depress tab and slide
cable gland. RJ45 connector back
17 IMPORTANT! Depress the RJ45 locking tab and gently pull the CAT-5E cable so that the into recess in
RJ45 connector fits into the plug assembly. This is essential for proper connection to the ODU plug assembly
later on (and means you will not hear the usual audible click when you make that RJ45
connection).
18 While still holding the CAT-5E cable (to ensure the RJ45 connector remains properly seated
in the plug assembly), tighten the rear retainer onto the main body.
Caution: Ensure cable does not rotate as rear retainer is tightened.
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Fibre ODU: Connect power/data cables

and joiners. Suitable tape is available from most suppliers of installation components.
2-core
2-core fibre fibre
Warning: Observe safety precautions when working with fibre cables and devices.
1 If fitted, unscrew the dust covers from the connectors on the underside of the ODU.
2 Unscrew the dust cover from the end of the fibre cable run.
3 Clean the ends of the SM fibre using wipes and compressed air.
4 Make the 2-core and fibre connections. Be sure to twist the coupling nuts (not the backshells) until they lock
into place.
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CAT-5e ODU: Connect power/data cable

and joiners. Suitable tape is available from most suppliers of installation components.
CAT-5e
CAT-5e
1 Unscrew the dust cover from the CAT-5e connector on the underside of the ODU.
2 Making sure the RJ45 locking tab remains properly seated in the cable gland, screw the CAT-5e data cable
gland into the connector on the underside of the ODU.
Caution: Ensure the RJ45 connector remains properly seated in the weather-proof cable gland. The RJ45
connector will not make an audible click when you fit the cable gland; this is normal. Do not be tempted to push
the RJ45 connector out of the cable gland and connect it before fitting the cable gland; this will cause an
improper connection and force the internal RJ45 socket back inside the body of the ODU by a few millimetres.
See page 35.
If there is a problem
If you do not follow the above instructions exactly, the internal RJ45 socket can be pushed a few millimeters inside
the ODU (it is pushed by the RJ45 connector on the end of the CAT-5e cable as you tighten up the cable gland).
To correct this:
1 Loosen (but do not completely remove) the cable gland’s rear retainer.
2 Unscrew and remove the main body of the cable gland from the ODU, but leave the RJ45/CAT-5e cable
connected to the ODU.
3 Gently pull on the CAT-5e cable until you feel the internal socket move back to its correct position.
4 Remove the RJ45/CAT-5e cable from the ODU.
5 IMPORTANT! Align the RJ45 connector’s locking tab with the wide slot on the front of the
depress tab and slide
cable gland. RJ45 connector back
6 IMPORTANT! Depress the RJ45 locking tab and gently pull the CAT-5E cable so that the into recess in
RJ45 connector fits into the plug assembly. This is essential for proper connection to the ODU plug assembly
(and means you will not hear the usual audible click when you make that RJ45 connection).
7 While still holding the CAT-5E cable (to ensure the RJ45 connector remains properly seated
in the plug assembly), tighten the rear retainer onto the main body.
Caution: Ensure cable does not rotate as rear retainer is tightened.
8 Making sure the RJ45 locking tab remains properly seated in the cable gland, screw the cable
gland into the connector on the underside of the ODU.
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5 VectaStar Gigabit indoor connections
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Overview
This chapter explains how to power a VectaStar Gigabit AP/ZFS and make any indoor connections.
You will need:
• (–48V DC 2-core power)
– IDU-PSU-70W or
– in-building –48V DC supply
• (CAT-5 power)
– IDU-GPI or
– IDU-PI-60W
• Mains cable (UK or EU):
– PSU-ML-EU: EU (2-pin) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC Power Supply Unit
– PSU-ML-UK: UK (3-pin) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC Power Supply Unit
– PSU-ML-DK: Danish 3-pin Type K (Section 107-2-D1) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC units
– PSU-ML-US: US 3-pin Type B (NEMA 5–15) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC units
– PSU-ML-RSA: South Africa 3-pin Type M (SABS 164) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC units
– PSU-ML-IN: India 3-pin Type D (BS 546 / IA6A3) mains lead for 110/240VAC to –48V DC units
• Data connection and management network connections; this requires an infrastructure switch, with:
– Trunk ports (fibre and copper) to ZFS, configured to carry VLAN-tagged management and data traffic
– Trunk ports (fibre and copper) to backhaul network, configured to carry VLAN-tagged management and
data traffic
– Copper RJ45 Access port for local management (this should be a member of the management VLAN and
be untagged) that allows you to check ZFS operation
Precautions
Always ensure that any earthing straps are connected first, to avoid accidentally damaging equipment.
Warnings
• For a first-time installation, all connections must be made with units powered off. If connections are made to
units when powered on (e.g. network connection), ESD precautions must be undertaken when making the
connections, to ensure that no electrostatic discharge is possible.
• ESD precautions must be taken when handling, connecting or disconnecting cables at indoor equipment.
Note: For details of power cable requirements, and connector types and wiring instructions, please see Cables
and connectors on page 51.
Recommended installation locations

The indoor equipment meets the requirements of ETSI EN 300-019-1-3 class 3.1 – for stationary use at
non-weather protected locations. Please see Indoor equipment requirements on page 5.
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Fibre Gigabit ODU: Installing an IDU-PSU-70W

This section explains how to provide –48V DC power to an ODU, using a 110/220V AC mains supply via the the
IDU-PSU-70W for a fibre Gigabit AP.
GigE SM fibre
–48V DC 2-core
> 2.5mm2 (14AWG)
IDU-PSU-70W
LP-AP
110/220V AC
PSU-ML-*
terminal block
UPS –48V DC
B
LP-AP
A or B
to core network
* region-specific mains lead
Notes
• Mount the IDU-PSU-70W on a vertical wall, as close as possible to the point of entry of the 2-core cable from
the ODU. It should also be close to a suitable power-outlet.
• The IDU-PSU-70W should be connected to the supply via a current limiting device such as a breaker.
• 2-core cable must be > 2.5mm2(or 14AWG) UV-protected, outdoor grade, voltage rating > 300V
Perform the installation

To install an IDU-PSU-70W:
1 Using the supplied terminal block, connect the 2-core cable run from the ODU to the IDU-PSU-70W.
– Ensure the –48V DC cores are connected together (the white core on the IDU-PSU-70W)
– Ensure the 0V and shield cores are connected together (the black core on the IDU-PSU-70W
2 Connect the IDU-PSU-70W to a mains outlet using the appropriate mains lead.
Do not switch on at the mains outlet yet.
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Installing an IDU-GPI (CAT-5 Gigabit ODU)

Note: The IDU-GPI must be permanently connected to protective earth, using a green-and-yellow insulation
coloured cable with a minimum cross sectional area of 1.5mm2.
Note: If wall mounting the IDU-GPI, mount on a vertical wall, as close as possible to the point of entry of the
Ethernet cable from the ODU.
IDU-PSU-70W
110/220V AC
LP-GE
PSU-ML-*
2-way plug
A
UPS –48V DC
CAT-5e
or
CAT-6 <= 80m
2-way plug
B
LP-GE
A or B
first active
network
element
<= 10m <= 10m
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Mounting IDU-GPIs
The IDU-GPI can be wall mounted or rack mounted. If rack-mounted, you can mount up to four IDU-GPIs in a
single rack space.
Wall mounting
To wall mount an IDU-GPI, you need to change the orientation of the mounting plates:
1 Remove the cross-head screws that fix the mounting plates to the unit.
2 Rotate the mounting plates by 90 degrees and refit, as shown (so that the IDU-GPI lies flat against the wall
with its connectors uppermost).
3 Offer the IDU-GPI up to the wall and mark the position of the screw holes in the mounting plates.
4 Drill two holes at the marked positions.
5 Using appropriate wall fixings, place the IDU-GPI in position and screw into place.
Rack mounting a single IDU-GPI

To mount a single IDU-GPI in a rack:
1 Fit a rack mounting plate to the left or right side of the unit as appropriate (you can fit a unit to either side of a
rack, or fit two units into the same 1U space).
2 Fix the unit into the rack using standard 19-inch rack fixings.
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Rack mounting 4 units together in a 1-U rack space

You can mount four IDU-GPI together in a single 1-U rack space. The units are designed to lock together:
Front/side view Rear view, showing

showing locating connecting bracket
holes in place
Four units conneted together

with rack mounting plates fitted
To lock four IDU-GPIs together:

1 Remove adjacent rack mounting plates from each unit.
2 Connect the units together using the lugs and corresponding holes on the sides of the units.
3 On the rear of the units, remove adjacent straight connecting brackets.
4 Rotate the brackets by 180 degrees and place across adjacent units.
5 Fix the brackets in place, taking care to locate the two lugs into the corresponding locating holes on the rear of
the units.
6 Fix the units into the rack using standard 19-inch rack fixings.
7 Remember to add extra support under the units if you are installing 2 or 3 in a single 19-inch rack space,
otherwise undue strain will be placed on the single mounting plate at the end.
Earthing IDU-GPIs
Note: The IDU-GPI must be permanently connected to protective earth, using a green-and-yellow insulation
coloured cable with a minimum cross sectional area of 1.5mm2.
The lefthand IDU-GPI earthing studs are fitted with a crimp connector. To earth an IDU-GPI:
1 Crimp a 1.5mm2 (or 16AWG) or larger earthing cable into the lefthand earth connector.
2 Ensure the lefthand nut is fully tightened onto the stud and washer.
3 Ensure the nut on the righthand stud remains fully tightened (even though it is not used as an earthing point)
4 Connect the other end of the earthing cable to a suitable earth.
Caution: You must fit one earthing strap per IDU-GPI.
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Installing an ODU Gigabit Ethernet (GE) cable

To connect the ODU GE cable to the IDU-GPI:
1 Terminate the GE cable (from the ODU) using an RJ45 connector (straight-through Ethernet wiring system).
2 Plug the terminated cable into the ODU PORT on the IDU-GPI.
Powering an IDU-GPI
Powering the IDU-GPI from a –48V DC supply

1 Fit the green 2-way plug (supplied) to the end of the power cord, using the Wiring scheme for 2-way power
plug below.
2 Fit the hood to the 2-way plug.
3 Connect the 2-way plug assembly to the INPUT socket on the front of the IDU-GPI.
Powering the IDU-GPI from a 110/220V supply

To power the IDU-GPI from a 110/220V mains supply, you will need to use an IDU-PSU-70W:
1 Remove the terminal block from the end of the IDU-PSU-70W’s power cord.
2 Fit the green 2-way plug(supplied) to the end of the power cord, using the Wiring scheme for 2-way power plug
below.
3 Fit the hood to the 2-way plug.
4 Connect the 2-way plug assembly to the INPUT socket on the front of the IDU-GPI.
Do not switch on at the power outlet yet.
Wiring scheme for 2-way power plug
Pin/terminal Connection
– Black core (–48V)
0V
+ White core (0V)
(white)
–48V
(black)
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Installing an IDU-PI-60W (CAT-5 Gigabit ODU)
LP-GE
110/220V AC
PSU-ML-*
CAT-5e
2xLP-GE <= 50m or
CAT-6
1xLP-GE <= 60m
IDU-PI-60W
LP-GE
OUT IN
first active
network
element
<= 10m <= 10m
Note: Mount the IDU-PI-60W on a vertical wall, as close as possible to the point of entry of the CAT-5e cable
from the ODU. It should also be close to a suitable power-outlet.
Perform the installation

To install an IDU-PI-60W:
5 Offer the IDU-PI-60W up to the wall and mark the position of the two screw holes.
6 Drill two holes at the marked positions.
7 Using appropriate fixings, place the IDU-PI-60W in position and screw into place.
8 Terminate the CAT-5e cable (from the ODU) using an RJ45 connector (straight-through Ethernet wiring
system).
9 Plug the ODU CAT-5e cable into the OUT socket on the IDU-PI-60W.
10 Connect the IDU-PI-60W to a mains outlet using the appropriate mains lead.
Do not switch on at the mains outlet yet.
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Connecting to the core network and checking operation

To check that a Gigabit AP is working correctly, you need to connect to the core network via an infrastructure
switch, which should be present at the hub site and been configured by your IT department with the appropriate
ports:
• Trunk port (copper or fibre, depending on AP type) for connection to the Gigabit AP
• Fibre Backhaul port (copper or fibre as appropriate), for connection to the core network
• Copper RJ45 Access port, configured as an untagged member of the management VLAN, for local
management
AP operation can be checked using one of these connections:
• Backhaul port, in which case, testing can be performed remotely from the VNMS Server
• Access port, in which case, testing can be performed using a Windows laptop running the Windows EMS
Connecting the Gigabit AP to the infrastructure switch
Fibre Gigabit AP
Warning: Observe safety precautions when working with fibre cables and devices.
1 Remove the end caps from any SM fibre connections.

2 Clean the ends of the SM fibre using wipes and compressed air.
3 Connect the SM fibre cable to a fibre trunk port on the infrastructure switch
Cat-5 Gigabit AP
1 Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable from the IN port of the IDU-PI-60W to a copper trunk port on the
infrastructure switch.
Checking operation locally

To check operation locally, using a Windows laptop:
1 Ensure the Windows laptop is on the same IP subnet as the Gigabit AP.
2 Connect the Windows laptop to the Access port on the infrastructure switch.
3 On the Windows laptop, start vsnet and add the Gigabit AP as a ZFS Base Station.
4 Check the AP is present and active.
5 Start vsodu and view the Statistics tab
6 Check the Tx power readings:
– Click Get next to Tx Power (dBm)
– Click Get next to Tx Pwr Detect (dBm)
– The readings must be within 1dB of eachother
You have now completed the installation
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6 Lightning protection for CAT-5e and 2-core cables
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Overview
This chapter explains how to provide lightning protection for ODU power cables (CAT-5e or 2-core):
• LP-GE: lightning protection on CAT-5e cables
• LP-AP: lightning protection on 2-core power cables
Installing an LP-GE
Overview
The LP-GE is a CAT-5e in-line device which is used where only a CAT-5e connection to the ODU is needed. One
LP-GE should be placed adjacent to the wall ingress. Additional LP-GEs may be used along the CAT-5e cable as
needed.
Note: All equipment must be installed within the building cone of protection.
This chapter explains how to install and mount an LP-GE to provide lightning protection for the CAT-5e Ethernet
cable on a VectaStar Gigabit ODU.
The use of LP-GEs is optional. However, CBNL recommends the use of at least one LP-GE at the building ingress
point in regions where lightning is considered a threat. Additional protection can be provided by adding LP-GEs in
the cable run as required.
Before commencing work on site, the installer should consult the site design document which should indicate the
number and location of any LP-GEs to be installed. The site design document should also indicate how the LP-GEs
are to be mounted.
Cable lengths and dimensions
Note: Outdoor cable is solid core; indoor cable is flexible multi-core.
• Maximum cable length from ODU to grounded wall plate is 80m.

• Maximum cable length from grounded wall plate to indoor equipment (i.e. first network device) is 10m.
• In order to fit into the LP-GE’s cable clamps, CAT-5e cable diameter must be between 0.18" (4.6mm) and
0.35" (8.9mm).
• Maximum length of ground wire is 3' (0.91m).
ODU
LP-GE (optional)
CAT-5e/CAT-6
outdoor LP-GE
earth
points indoor
Indoor equipment (1st n/w device)
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Cautions
• The LP-GE earthing point must always be connected to a suitable earth using a minimum size of 8.5mm2 (or
8AWG) braid, to ensure proper lightning protection. The maximum length of braid is 3' (0.91m).
• The LP-GE must be mounted vertically, with the CAT-5e cables exiting from the bottom of the unit, to prevent
water ingress.
• All VectaStar equipment should be installed within a lightning protection zone.
Terminate the CAT-5e cables

All VectaStar CAT-5e connections use straight-through Ethernet wiring.
Pin Description Pin Description

1 White/Orange 1 White/Orange
2 Orange 2 Orange
8 8
3 White/Green 3 White/Green
1 1
4 Blue 4 Blue
5 White/Blue 5 White/Blue
6 Green 6 Green
7 White/Brown 7 White/Brown
8 Brown 8 Brown
Note: Any earth drain wire or braided shield must make contact with the metal shell of the RJ45 connector.
Install the CAT-5e cables
1 Using a large flat-bladed screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the LP-GE lid.
2 Using a cross-head screwdriver, loosen (but do not remove) the two cable clamps.
3 Insert the terminated CAT-5e cables into the RJ45 sockets inside the LP-GE. It does not matter which cable is
connected to which socket: the unit is bi-directional.
4 Ensure that the CAT-5e cables pass through the cable clamps.
5 Tighten the cable clamps.
6 Replace the LP-GE lid and secure using the two screws.
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Mount the LP-GE
Caution: The LP-GE must be mounted vertically, with the CAT-5e cables exiting from the bottom of the
unit, to prevent water ingress.
You can mount the LP-GE in in the following ways:

• On a grounded wall plate, as close as possible to the point of ingress to the building, using two #10
bolts (0.190" or 3/16").
• On a pole, using the supplied U-bolt and fixings (fits 4" and 115mm dia. poles):
Do not overtighten
Caution: Do not overtighten the U-bolt fixings or you will break the lugs
Fixing holes/dimensions are shown below (in inches):
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Earth the LP-GE

To earth the LP-GE case, you must attach an earthing strap of at least 8.5mm2 (or 8AWG) to the unit’s case.
1 Crimp one end of an earthing strap into the supplied ring connector.
2 Using the supplied bolt attach the earthing strap to one of the two marked earth points on the unit, ensuring
the supplied star washer is between the crimped ring connector and the unit.
3 Attach the other end of the earthing strap to a suitable earth point.
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Installing an LP-AP
Overview
This section describes how to install an LP-AP as part of a power cable run. The diagram below shows an
exploded view of an LP-AP. Note that there are two sets of connectors:
• Those on the lefthand side are for connecting 2-core cable to indoor equipment (that will be protected)
• Those on the righthand side are for connecting 2-core cable to outdoor equipment (that is susceptible to
lightning strikes)
Note: The CAT-5 punchdown connectors are not used.
2-core connection posts 2-core connection posts

(protected side) (unprotected side)
earthing post
waterproof
cable grommet
protected unprotected
(to indoor equipment) (from outdoor equipment)
Cautions
• You can not use an LP-AP on a CPE system, as the CAT-5 cable carries signal and power. The LP-AP is only
designed to extend and protect power cables, not dual power+signal cables
• All VectaStar equipment should be installed within a lightning protection zone.
Tools and equipment required

• Standard cable strippers (suitable for 2-core)
• Wire snips
• M5 spanner
• 15mm2 (or 6AWG) earthing cable straps
• M5 spade connectors
• 5.5mm flat-bladed screwdriver
• No. 8 screws and Rawlplugs®
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Installing the LP-AP case

The holes for the exterior fixing screws are countersunk beneath those for the top cover retaining screws. This
ensures that the mounting does not compromise the LP-AP weatherproof seal. Once you remove the top cover,
you can access the exterior fixing screws. Replacing the top cover seals the LP-AP.
Caution: Never drill extra mounting holes in the external case of the LP-AP; this will compromise the
weatherproof seal. Never over-tighten the plastic retaining screws for the LP-AP top cover. Always use a 1 x 5.5
mm flat-bladed screwdriver when removing or replacing the top cover – smaller or larger blades will damage the
screws, and may make it impossible to remove them.

CAUTION!!
Always fit an LP-AP vertically, Do NOT drill holes or remove knock-outs;
with gland side facing down and This will compromise the weatherproof seal
drip loops on all cables and void your warranty
Mounting on an exterior wall

1 Using the 1 x 5.5mm flat-bladed screwdriver, loosen in sequence each of the four plastic retaining screws by
half a turn.
2 In the same sequence, remove each of the plastic retaining screws, then remove the LP-AP top cover.
3 Using appropriate No. 8 screws, fix the LP-AP to your chosen location.
Note: Always fit an LP-AP onto a vertical wall, aligned horizontally, with gland side facing down and drip loops on
all cables.
Mounting on a pole
To mount on a pole, CBNL recommends that you screw the LP-AP case to a galvanised plate (using the exterior
fixing holes to maintain weather-proofing) and then mount the galvanised plate on the pole (e.g. using fixing clamps
or cable ties).
Follow the instructions in the previous section to gain access to the exterior fixing holes.
Earthing the LP-AP

To earth the LP-AP case, you need to attach a 15mm2 (or 6AWG) earthing strap to the earthing stud on the side of
the LP-AP.
1 Using an M5 spanner, remove the outermost M5 nut, flat washer and shake proof washer from the earthing
stud while not disturbing the inner M5 nut.
2 Place one end of the earthing strap onto the earthing stud.
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3 Replace the flat washer, shake proof washer, then the M5 nut. Tighten the M5 nut.
weatherproof washer
shakeproof washers
M5 nut
flat washer flat washer
Note: The plastic washer next to the LP-AP case creates the weatherproof seal. This washer must always be
held tight by the inner M5 nut.
4 Attach the other end of the earthing strap to a suitable earth point.
Making the LP-AP power connections

1 Feed the cables in through the grommets. The cable from the outdoor equipment (unprotected) goes through
the righthand grommet, looking down on the PCB.
2 Prepare the ends of the 2-core cables: Using cable-strippers, strip 50mm of outer sleeve. Then strip off 20mm
of inner sleeve from the brown and blue wires. Fit M5 spade connectors.
3 Fit the spade connectors to the relevant 2-core connection posts (brown goes to 0V (GND), blue goes to –48V)
using M5 washers and nuts.
2-core wiring convention
(brown = 0V)
4 Hand tighten the cable grommets.
Refitting the LP-AP lid

1 Replace the top cover, then do up in sequence (e.g. clockwise, starting top left) each of the four plastic
retaining screws finger-tight until they are flush with the case.
2 In the same sequence, tighten the plastic retaining screws until the top cover makes a proper seal with the rest
of the case; do not over-tighten.
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A Cables and connectors
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Overview
This chapter explains how to terminate various cables and connectors, as well as providing information on –48V
power supplies and minimum recommended specifications.
Note: All cables and connectors should be sourced from CBNL where possible.
CAT-5e cables
All CAT-5e connections between indoor and outdoor units are wired as straight-through cables.
CBNL ODU RJ45 connectors support CAT-5e cable diameters in the range 4.6mm to 7.9mm.
Cable lengths, where specified, are based on the following assumptions:
• All outdoor cabling must be solid-core
• All indoor cabling is flexible, multi-stranded
• Cabling is CAT-5e. If you want to use CAT-6 cabling:
– You must use shielded cable
– You must be able to source RJ45 connectors that are compatible with the RJ45 connectors on CBNL
equipment
– Cable core size must be at least 24AWG.
Making straight-through Ethernet cables

To make a straight-through Ethernet cable, wire the RJ45 connectors as follows:
Pin Description Pin Description

1 White/Orange 1 White/Orange
2 Orange 2 Orange
8 8
3 White/Green 3 White/Green
1 1
4 Blue 4 Blue
5 White/Blue 5 White/Blue
6 Green 6 Green
7 White/Brown 7 White/Brown
8 Brown 8 Brown
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2-core cables
Wiring a Souriau power connector

The diagram below shows how to wire a 2-core power cable (with shield) using a Souriau connector, viewed from
the rear of the connection plate.
1 2
2 n/c
3 –48V (BLU)
Screen (if fitted)
–48V power supply requirements

VectaStar equipment operates with Power supplies that meet the requirements of ETSI 300 132 (48V DC supplies
voltage range 40.5V to 57V).
Voltage type Minimum Maximum

Normal 40.5 V DC 57 V DC
Abnormal (no damage) 0 V DC 60 V DC
Rate of voltage change N/A 5 V/ms
Current drain N/A 1.5 x nominal
Warning: All units requiring a nominal –48V DC supply must be supplied via a
–48V DC safety extra-low voltage (SELV) supply in accordance with IEC 60950-1:2001. Additionally the Power
Supply Unit shall withstand surges in accordance with EN 60065:2001 Cl. 10.1 or an equivalent.
The supply used for the unit shall be in accordance with ETSI EN 300 132-2.
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Power cables – minimum recommendations
Supply cable to PDU-7
Parameter Value
Max current 15A
Cable type 20A 2.5mm2 (or 14AWG) minimum, voltage rating >300V
Fusing 20A
ODU power cables

CBNL ODU RJ45 connectors support CAT-5e cable diameters in the range 4.6mm to 7.9mm.
CAT-5 power
CODU installations will use only 4 cores for power.
Parameter Value
Cable type 4-pair 0.25mm2 (or 24AWG) cable e.g. CAT-5:
8 wires in total, terminatable with RJ45 connector
Installation temp. Not less than 0°C.
2-core power
Parameter Value
Cable type 2.5mm2 (or 14AWG) minimum, UV-protected outdoor grade, voltage
rating >300V
Note: Larger cable sizes may be required to allow longer cable runs. Contact CBNL for more detailed
requirements.
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B LED Status Indication
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IDU-GPI
This section lists the possible states of the LEDs on the IDU-GPI.
POWER (green) STATUS (yellow)
POWER and STATUS LEDs

If the green POWER LED is solid on, the yellow STATUS LED monitors current:
Yellow STATUS LED Meaning

OFF ODU not connected
Blinking Booting
ON Operational
If the green POWER LED is blinking, the yellow STATUS LED indicates fault status:
Yellow STATUS LED Meaning

OFF Line short-circuit
Blinking Unbalanced
ON Overload
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IDU-PI-60W
This section lists the possible states of the LEDs on the IDU-PI-60W.
CONNECT FAULT ON
LED operation
CONNECT LED FAULT LED ON LED Meaning

(green) (red) (green)
On, 2s On, 2s On, 2s Power-on self-test (POST)
Off Off Solid on Power available to supply ODU; no ODU connected, so power output disableda
Solid on Off Solid on ODU connected, power applied
Off 3 flashes Off Short circuit; check cabling
Any other combination of flashing LEDs Cable, power supply or ODU fault
a. Note that the IDU-PI-60W will only deliver power once a device with the appropriate electrical characteristics (in this
case a VectaStar Gigabit ODU) is connected.
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Glossary
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E1 European format for digital transmission (2Mbps)

8E1 E1 Concentrator
AAL1 ATM Adaption Layer 1
AAL5 ATM Adaption Layer 5
ABIS Interface between a BTS and a BSC
ADC Analogue-to-Digital Converter
AFC Automatic Frequency Control
AGC Automatic Gain Control
AP Access Point
APC Access Point Controller
ARP Address resolution Protocol
ATM Asynchronous Transfer Mode
AUID ODU identifier
BB BaseBand
BER Bit Error Rate
BFA Basic Frame Alignment
BNC Bayonet Neil-Concelman or British Naval Connector
BS Base Station (also known as Hub site)
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CAS Channel Associated Signalling
CAT-5 Category 5 network cabling
CBNL Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited
CBR Constant Bit Rate
CDV Cell Delay Variation
CES Circuit Emulation Services
CIR Committed Information Rate
CLIP Classical IP Over ATM
CNR Carrier-to-Noise Ratio
CODU Combined OutDoor Unit
CPE Customer Premises Equipment (now known as Remote Terminal, RT)
CRC Cyclical Redundancy Checking
DAC Digital-to-Analog Convertor
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS Domain Name Server
DS DownStream
DS1 Digital Signal 1
DSP Digital Signal Processor
E1CES Circuit Emulation Service VC carrying Unframed (G.703) or Framed (G.704) E1
E1HDLC More efficient for transporting HDLC framed data over E1 (see also HDLC)
EMS Element Management System
EPD Early packet Discard
FEC Forward Error Correction
FTP File Transfer Protocol; Foil-shielded Twisted Pair
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FWA Fixed Wireless Access

GE Gigabit Ethernet
G703, G704 ITU standard for physical and electrical characteristics of digital interfaces, incl. those at 64 kbps and 2.048 Mbps.
GSM Global System for Mobile communication
HDLC High-level Data Link Control
ICU Interface Control Unit
IDU InDoor Unit
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IF Intermediate Frequency
IMA Inverse Multiplexing over ATM
IOS Internetworking Operating System
IRB Integrated Routing and Bridging
IWF Inter Working Function
LAN Local Area Network
LC Lucent Connector
LOF Loss Of Frame synchronization
LOS Loss Of Signal
MAC Medium Access Control
MFA Multi Frame Alignment
MIB Management Information Base
MPA Multi-Protocol Aggregator
Mux ATM Multiplexer
NOC Network Operations Centre
OC3 Optical Carrier 3
ODU OutDoor Unit (AP/CPE/RT/Hub antenna)
ODU-S Second generation VSG Outdoor Unit
ODU id 48-bit identifier, unique among all ODUs (not among all network equipment).
PA Power Amplifier
PBX Private Branch eXchange
PC Personal Computer
PDA Personal Digital Assistant
PDU Power Distribution Unit; Protocol Data Unit
PIR Peak Information Rate
PMP Point to Multi-Point
QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
QoS Quality of Service
QPSK Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
RAMP Remote Antenna Management Protocol (auto-detection)
RC Radio Controller
RFC Request for Comment
RT Remote Terminal
Rx Receive
SDH Synchronous Digital Hierarchy
SFP Small Form-factor Pluggable module (e.g. used on MPA)
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
SNR Signal-to-Noise Ratio
SONET Synchronous Optical Network
SRTS Synchronous Residual Timestamp Recovery
STM-1 The largest standard circuit unit of capacity, which consists of 155,500 Kbps (equal to 155 Mbps)
SUID Subscriber Unit IDentifier
TDM Time Division Multiplexing
TRAU Transcoding Rate and Adaptation Unit
TRX Transmitter/Receiver
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Tx Transmit
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
US UpStream
UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair
VAR Value-Added Reseller
VBR Variable Bit Rate
VC Virtual Circuit
VCI Virtual Circuit Identifier
VCO Voltage-Controlled Oscillator
VID VLAN ID
VLAN Virtual Local Area Network
VNMS VectaStar NMS Server
VPN Virtual Private Network
ZFS Zero-Footprint Sector
ZFT Zero-Footprint Terminal
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Index
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Numerics O
2-core ODU
ODU power : 53 CAT-5 connections : 51
connect earthing strap : 27
default IP address : 20
A power cables : 53
align tools required : 48
AP : 14 weight : 5
AP
configuring and aligning : 14 P
PDU
B power cable : 53
BS power
recommendations : 36 –48V supply requirements : 52
minimum power cable
recommendations : 53
C ODU cables : 53
cable
minimum recommendations : 53 S
CAT-5 straight-through Ethernet cable : 51
ODU connections : 51
ODU power : 53 support web site : 11, 13
CODU
connect earthing strap : 27 T
configure
AP : 14 tools required
ODU installation : 48
D Z
default IP address : 20
ZFS mode : 14
E
earthing
LP-CODU : 49
LP-GE : 47
earthing strap
connecting : 27
ENV 50166-2 : 4
Ethernet
crossover cable : 51
straight-through cable : 51
I
install
LP-AP : 48
LP-GE : 44
installation
recommended locations for BS indoor
equip. : 36
IP address
default : 20
L
LED
status indications : 54
LP-AP
installing : 48
LP-CODU
earthing : 49
LP-GE : 44
earthing : 47
installing : 44
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VectaStar

Before you start

Recommendation: use an Ethernet switch

Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC

You’ll see the initial screen:

Connect the Installation Laptop PC

Perform a full install

4 Click Next. The VectaStar release files will start decompressing:

5 As prompted in the VS Install Tool V3 window, restart the ODU.

6 Click Next and wait until the upgrade has completed.

Set the ODU type and access list

Set the interface type (VSG AP, GbitAP mode only)

Set up network parameters

Set the unit’s management password

Set up VectaStar compatibility mode

Complete the configuration

Power down the ODU

Other VS Install Tool V3 operations

Starting the configuration process from scratch

2 As prompted in the VS Install Tool V3 window, restart the ODU.

Running a syslog session

4 Installing a VectaStar Gigabit ODU

Overview – installing an ODU

carry handle carry handle only (not lashing point)

lashing point lashing points

Check the ODU polarisation

10.5GHz ODU 26GHz ODU 28GHz ODU

polarisation RF polarisation RF polarisation RF

vert. vert. vert.

VSG ODU (not ODU-S): Changing the ODU polarisation if necessary

Note: Refer to the diagram on page 24.

These instructions do not apply to a VSG ODU-S.

Check the antenna polarisation

Assemble and mount the antenna on the pole

Mount the ODU onto the antenna bracket

Note: Refer to the diagram on page 24.

Connect an earthing strap to the ODU

Align the ODU

Before you start

Recommendation: use an Ethernet switch

Start VS Install Tool V3 on the Installation Laptop PC

You’ll see the initial screen:

Connect the Installation Laptop PC

Perform a full install

4 Click Next. The VectaStar release files will start decompressing:

5 As prompted in the VS Install Tool V3 window, restart the ODU.

6 Click Next and wait until the upgrade has completed.

Set the ODU type and access list

Set the interface type (VSG AP, GbitAP mode only)

Set up network parameters

Set the unit’s management password

Set up VectaStar compatibility mode

Complete the configuration

Power down the ODU

Other VS Install Tool V3 operations

Starting the configuration process from scratch