Chapter 1. Commissioning
Vol. V-1-2 Alcatel-Lucent
A typical commissioning process is summarized in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. Typical Commissioning Check Process
Step Description Procedure
1 Physical installation inspection A physical check prior to antenna alignment and node configuration to
ensure that the physical installation is complete and correct.
2 Antenna alignment confirmation An antenna alignment procedure is detailed in Volume II, Chapter 5.
Recorded RSLs should be within 2 dB of calculated RSLs.
3 Configuration confirmation A check, using CT, to ensure that Node configurations are complete and
correct and that:
• Links are operating error-free.
• All relevant alarms are extinguished.
• Link performance data is as expected.
• Node/Terminal visibility is provided at the network management
center (where network managed).
4 Commissioning tests Tests designed to confirm correct link operation. Refer to
Commissioning Tests on page 1-3.
5 Capturing as-built data Recording all relevant installation and performance data for future
reference. Refer to Commissioning Records on page 1-18.
6 Final inspection and sign-off Completion of ‘paperwork’ recording installation hand-over for
operational use, and/or any remedial action needed to complete an
installation. Refer to Commissioning Records on page 1-18