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Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP - User Manual

Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP
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FibeAir
®
1500P
1500HP
1500SP
3200T
High & Ultra High Capacity
Wireless Network Systems
Installation and
Operation Manual
Part ID: BM-0080-0
Doc ID: DOC-00013447 Rev a.03
July 2006

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • D
    Danielle TaylorAug 17, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon Antenna Rx Level is Out of Range?
    • K
      Kelly RivasAug 17, 2025
      If the Rx level of your Ceragon Antenna is out of range, it typically means the RSL is very low, often below -80 dBm, indicating the link is down. First, ensure the issue isn't due to rain, multipath fading, or a lack of line of sight. Next, check your link settings, including TX power and frequency. Then, verify the antenna alignment. If problems persist, consider replacing the local or remote ODU.
  • H
    heather85Aug 20, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP Antenna Power Input #1 is Down?
    • M
      Maria LopezAug 20, 2025
      If Power Input #1 is down on your Ceragon Antenna, it indicates a subrack redundant power feed failure. First, verify that the power input is correctly connected to the -48 VDC supply. Next, check the -48 VDC supply to the subrack. If you're not using a redundant power feed, disable Power Input #1.
  • L
    Lawrence WhiteAug 23, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon Antenna Power Input #2 is Down?
    • K
      Kirk LucasAug 23, 2025
      If Power Input #2 is down on your Ceragon Antenna, it suggests a subrack redundant power feed failure. Initiate troubleshooting by confirming that the power input is connected to the -48 VDC supply. Proceed by inspecting the -48 VDC supply to the subrack. If a redundant power feed isn't utilized, consider disabling Power Input #2.
  • C
    Cindy PerezAug 26, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon Antenna Tx Level is Out of Range?
    • R
      Ralph NorrisAug 26, 2025
      If the Tx level of your Ceragon Antenna is out of range, it means that the ODU cannot transmit the requested Tx power. You can gradually reduce the TX power. If the problem persists, consider replacing the ODU.
  • B
    benitezemilyAug 28, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP Antenna Cable is Open?
    • L
      Laura ClarkAug 28, 2025
      If you encounter an open cable error with your Ceragon Antenna, where the IDM-ODU cable is open, start by checking the IF cable and its connectors. Verify that the ODU N-type connector inner pin is not spliced, and if it is, replace the ODU. If the issue persists, try replacing the IDM or the ODU.
  • J
    James MercadoAug 31, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP has No Signal from ODU?
    • R
      Ruth HendersonAug 31, 2025
      If there is no signal from ODU in your Ceragon Antenna, meaning no Rx (140 MHz) signal, begin by inspecting the IF cable and connectors. Then, verify that the ODU N-type connector inner pin is not spliced. If it is, replace the ODU. If the issue continues, replace the IDM or ODU. For 1500HP, check the BMA connector center pin on both the RFU and OCB to ensure it is not spliced.
  • A
    andrewgarciaSep 3, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP Antenna ODU Temperature is Out of Range?
    • J
      Jennifer OdomSep 3, 2025
      If the ODU temperature of your Ceragon Antenna is out of range (too high or too low), first check the installation conditions. If the temperature issue persists, replace the ODU.
  • M
    Michael GoldenSep 5, 2025
    How to fix Ceragon Antenna Synthesizer #1/2/3 Unlocked?
    • M
      Maria RaymondSep 5, 2025
      If one of the synthesizers is unlocked on your Ceragon Antenna ODU, replace the ODU. In an XPIC configuration, the ODU might synchronize with the mate ODU; if this is the case, check whether the alarm persists in a non-XPIC configuration.
  • T
    tammydavisSep 8, 2025
    What to do if Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP Drawer Internal Power Failure (Board #1)?
    • A
      Albert LambertSep 8, 2025
      If you experience a Drawer Internal Power Failure (Board #1) on your Ceragon Antenna, note that Board #1 is the MUX card and Board #2 is the Modem card. This alarm can also occur if a drawer in Internal Protection was switched off. Try switching the IDM off and on. If the problem persists, replace the IDM.
  • G
    gbakerSep 12, 2025
    How to resolve Ceragon Antenna IDU-MUX Inner Communication Failure?
    • M
      marissa63Sep 12, 2025
      If you're experiencing an IDU-MUX inner communication failure with your Ceragon Antenna, where the IDC cannot communicate with the MUX card or the MUX card upload failed, try the following: reset the IDU. Verify the correct software version and interfaces. If the problem persists, replace the IDU.

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

FibeAir 1500 P

Ceragon’s modular ultra high capacity network connectivity solution for spectrally efficient systems.

FibeAir 1500 HP

High transmit power RFU with built-in Diversity capability for flexibility and efficiency.

FibeAir 1500 P & FibeAir 1500 HP

Synergy of 1500P IDU and 1500HP RFU for comprehensive high capacity wireless solutions.

FibeAir 1500 SP

ODU based on 1500HP technology, supporting multiple capacities and frequencies.

Features

Lists key features of the FibeAir 1500SP, including frequency, capacity, modulation, and configurations.

Applications

Outlines FibeAir 1500P applications in mobile cellular, fixed networks, and enterprise environments.

FibeAir System Components

Details the Indoor Unit (IDU), its functions, and the Outdoor Unit (ODU).

CeraView Management Application

SNMP-based software for managing FibeAir systems via a graphical user interface.

PolyView Management Application

Ceragon's NMS server with CeraMap for monitoring, reporting, and configuration.

Management Types

Explains In-Band and Out-of-Band management methods for FibeAir systems.

Interfaces

Details available Main Channel, Wayside Channel, and Order Wire Analog Interfaces.

Chapter 2 Theory of Operation

FibeAir 1500 P

Explains how FibeAir 1500P delivers double capacity using CCDP and XPIC algorithms.

FibeAir 1500 P Main Modules and Components

Describes the main modules and components of the FibeAir 1500P IDU, including Control Module and Carrier Drawers.

FibeAir 1500 HP

Explains FibeAir 1500HP operation, its diversity capability, and installation configurations.

FibeAir 1500 SP

Details FibeAir 1500SP operation, frequency range, and capacity, including XPIC algorithm.

FibeAir System Specifications

Lists general specifications for FibeAir systems, including capacity, modulation, and configurations.

Radio

Provides radio specifications for 155 Mbps and 311 Mbps systems, including transmit power and receiver sensitivity.

Antenna

Lists antenna gain specifications for various frequencies and sizes, and mounting details.

Media Device (Antenna Mount) Losses

Details typical losses in dB for various media devices and installation types.

Payload

Describes payload types, interface modules, common combinations, and compatible standards.

Network Management, Diagnostics, Status, and Alarms

Covers network management types, environment, power input, and power consumption.

Mechanical

Provides mechanical specifications for ODU, RFU, IDU, and coaxial cables.

Chapter 3 Installation

General

Explains how to install and set up FibeAir hardware components, including unpacking.

Before Installing the ODU;RFU

Contains safety warnings and mediation device flange specifications for ODU/RFU installation.

Required Components and Equipment

Lists necessary system components and tools for installing an ODU/RFU.

Flow of Operations

Outlines the sequence of operations for antenna, ODU, RFU installation, and link commissioning.

Important Power Supply Connection Notes

Provides essential notes and cautions for connecting the power supply to the IDU.

Installing the Antenna and ODU

Details the assembly and mounting of the 1 ft (RFS) antenna and ODU.

Initial Antenna Alignment using the Headset

Guides on performing initial antenna alignment using a headset and tone feedback.

Azimuth Alignment

Instructions for adjusting the antenna's azimuth for optimal alignment.

Elevation Alignment

Instructions for adjusting the antenna's elevation for optimal alignment.

Alignment Verification (checking actual receive level)

Describes how to verify initial alignment by checking the actual received signal level.

Installation Verification

Outlines procedures for verifying the antenna installation and initial alignment.

Checking the ODU;RFU Configuration

Explains how to verify ODU/RFU configuration using CeraView after installation.

ODU Installation for a 6;7;8 GHz System

Details ODU installation for 6/7/8 GHz systems, including diplexer use and components.

Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing the 6/7/8 GHz ODU with diplexer, including adapter plate and waveguide connection.

6-8 GHz Frequency Diversity and 2+0 System Installation

Explains installation for 2+0 systems using frequency diversity and circulators.

6-8 GHz 1+1 System Installation

Details the 1+1 (Hot Standby) system installation using a 6 dB directional coupler.

Installing the FibeAir 1500 HP Split-Mount RFU, 1+0;1+1

Step-by-step guide for assembling the RFU and OCB for split-mount installations.

Installing the FibeAir 1500 HP Split-Mount RFU - 2+2, XPIC

Describes the installation procedure for FibeAir 1500HP in a Split-Mount 2+2 XPIC configuration.

Installing the FibeAir 3200 T All-Indoor RFU

Details the installation procedure for FibeAir 1500HP in an All-Indoor configuration.

Installing the FibeAir 1500 SP ODU

Provides installation procedures for FibeAir 1500SP ODU in 1+0 and 1+1 configurations.

FibeAir 1500 SP 1+0 Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing FibeAir 1500SP in a 1+0 configuration.

FibeAir 1500 SP 1+1 Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing FibeAir 1500SP in a 1+1 configuration.

XPIC Installation and Comissioning

Describes installation and commissioning procedures for XPIC feature in Co-Channel Dual Polarization.

Chapter 4 Initial System Setup

Initial Setup Steps

Outlines initial IDU setup and configuration steps using craft terminal and CeraView.

Initial Setup using the Craft Terminal

Details connecting to the IDU via serial port and performing initial setup using HyperTerminal.

Defining IP Addresses

Explains how to define IP addresses for FibeAir system interfaces for network integration.

Additional Setup Using CeraView

Guides on connecting to the Ethernet port and installing the CeraView management software.

Starting CeraView

Describes how to launch and log in to the CeraView management application.

Setting the Local Tx Frequency Channel

Details how to set the local Tx frequency channel and activate the XPIC mechanism in CeraView.

Specifying System Information

Explains how to specify system information such as name, contact, and location in CeraView.

Local;Remote Transport Configuration

Guides on configuring transport protocol and special transmission parameters for FibeAir.

Trap Forwarding Configuration

Explains how to set up a trap forwarding plan for alarms and notifications.

External Alarms Setup

Details how to configure external alarm inputs and outputs for FibeAir systems.

Chapter 5 Operation

System Requirements

Lists minimum and recommended system requirements for the CeraView management software.

Installation

Provides CeraView installation procedures for different platforms like HP OpenView.

Installation for SNMPc

Guides on installing CeraView for integration with SNMPc network management.

Installation for Standalone

Details the installation procedure for CeraView as a standalone platform.

CeraView Configuration

Explains how to configure CeraView utility for operation and server connections.

CeraView Security

Details how to set up CeraView security by creating users and groups with access rights.

Logging in to CeraView

Provides instructions on how to log in to the CeraView management application.

CeraView for FibeAir 1500 P

Describes the CeraView application features and main window for FibeAir 1500P.

Main Window

Explains the components of the CeraView Main window, including Title Bar, Menu Bar, and Toolbar.

Physical View

Describes the virtual display of the IDU front panel in CeraView and LED status indications.

Menus

Explains the File menu options in CeraView, including System Information.

Versions

Describes how to view current software versions and serial numbers using CeraView.

Software Download

Guides on downloading the latest software versions for FibeAir systems using CeraView.

Configuration Report

Explains how to generate a configuration report and save it for analysis.

Configuration File Upload;Download

Details how to upload or download configuration files for FibeAir units using CeraView.

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)

Explains the AES encryption algorithm used for data security in FibeAir systems.

Remote Session

Describes how to log in for a new CeraView remote session.

Exit

Instructions on how to exit the CeraView application.

External Alarms

Details how to configure external alarm inputs and outputs for FibeAir IDUs.

ODU;RFU Configuration

Guides on configuring ODU/RFU parameters, including Tx/Rx frequencies and XPIC.

RFU Log File

Explains how to configure and manage RFU log files for system monitoring.

Multi Rate Multi Constellation

Allows setting modulation and bit rate for FibeAir systems.

Delay Calibration

Guides on calculating data transfer delay between antennas for system use.

STM1

Details the configuration of STM1 interfaces, including error thresholds and trace identifiers.

Fast Ethernet

Guides on configuring Fast Ethernet interfaces, including auto-negotiation and QoS.

Gigabit Ethernet

Details configuring Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, including Tx mute criteria and flow control.

DS3;E3

Guides on configuring DS3/E3 interfaces, including error thresholds and line coding.

E1;T1

Details configuring E1/T1 interfaces, including thresholds and port enabling.

Radio

Guides on configuring radio parameters, including link direction and latency.

IP Configuration

Explains how to configure IP addresses for Ethernet and Serial NMS interfaces.

Trap Configuration

Details configuring traps sent from Network Elements to the NMS system.

In-band Configuration

Explains how to configure in-band management channels and communication methods.

Neighbors

Describes the Neighbors window for viewing STM-1 interfaces and remote connections.

SNMP Configuration

Guides on configuring SNMP read, write, and trap communities.

NTP Configuration

Explains NTP configuration for synchronizing network activity and daylight saving settings.

Alarms Menu

Describes how to view current alarms and their severity, module, and origin.

Alarm Log

Explains how to view and manage historical alarm records in CeraView.

Performance Menu

Introduces performance monitoring options, starting with Radio RSL.

RSL

Details RSL performance monitoring, including graph interpretation and threshold settings.

TSL

Explains TSL performance monitoring for transmitted signal levels over the last 24 hours.

SDH

Describes SDH performance monitoring, focusing on unavailable seconds (UAS).

Tributaries

Details tributary performance monitoring for E1/T1 or DS3 interfaces, measuring UAS.

Line

Explains line performance monitoring for unavailable seconds (UAS) over the last 24 hours.

Maintenance

Covers maintenance operations like loopback testing and software/hardware resets.

Loopback

Guides on performing loopback tests for link testing and troubleshooting.

Protection Configuration

Details how to configure protection types like Internal and External protection.

Chapter 7 Protection Configuration

Theory of Operation

Explains the FibeAir protection configuration for data link robustness and survivability.

Management

Describes how to manage configuration, maintenance, and monitoring for protected modules.

FibeAir 1500 P Protection Configurations

Lists the protected system configurations supported by FibeAir 1500P, including internal and external protection.

6-15 GHz System Diversity Protection

Explains diversity protection methods for 6-15 GHz systems, including Space and Frequency diversity.

Space Diversity

Uses two links with one transmitter and two receivers for improved signal reception.

Frequency Diversity

Uses two links with different frequencies to automatically select the best channel performance.

FibeAir 1500 P Protected 2+2 Configuration

Details the setup for a 2+2 XPIC + Hot Standby protected configuration.

Chapter 8 Line Interfaces

General

Provides a description of FibeAir main channel, wayside channel, and order wire channel interfaces.

Main Channel Interfaces

Details optical interfaces like SC/MM/13 and Gigabit Ethernet (Optical) for main channels.

Electrical

Describes electrical interfaces such as CMI and DS-3/E3 connectors.

8 xE1;T1

Provides pin-outs and specifications for the 8xE1/T1 connector.

100 Base-T (Fast Ethernet, Electrical)

Details the 100Base-T electrical interface, including LED indicators and connector pin-out.

Wayside Channel Interfaces

Describes wayside interfaces like 10BaseT (Ethernet), including LED indications and pin-outs.

E1;G.703

Details the E1/G.703 interface, including LED indications and connector pin-out.

T1

Describes the T1 interface, including LED indications and connector pin-out.

Order Wire Channel Interface

Provides specifications for the Order Wire channel used for audio transmission.

Appendix A PPP;SLIP Driver Installation

Installation for Windows 98

Guides on installing PPP/SLIP drivers for Windows 98 using the CeraView CD.

Configuring TCP Dial-Up Adapter

Details the TCP dial-up adapter configuration steps for Windows 98.

Adding the SLIP Protocol to the Dial-Up Adapter

Explains how to add the SLIP protocol to the dial-up adapter in Windows 98.

Configuring PPP

Guides on configuring PPP settings for dial-up modem connections.

Installation for Windows NT

Details the PPP/SLIP driver installation procedure for Windows NT.

Configuring the TCP Dial-Up Adapter

Explains TCP dial-up adapter configuration for Windows NT.

Installation for Windows 2000;2003;XP

Guides on installing PPP/SLIP drivers for Windows 2000/2003/XP.

Configuring PPP

Provides PPP configuration steps for Windows 2000/2003/XP.

Appendix B Connector Pin-Outs

External Alarms Connector

Provides pin-out details for the D-type 15-pin External Alarms connector.

Protection Connector Pin-Out

Details the RJ-45, 8-pin, male protection connector pin-out.

8 x E1;T1 Connector Pin-Out

Provides pin-outs for the 36-pin 8 x E1/T1 connector.

Modem-PPP Cross Cable Pin-Outs

Details pin-outs for cross cables used with dial-up modems and FibeAir PPP interface.

8 x DS1 100 ohm Impedance

Provides pin-outs for 8 x DS1 (100 ohm) and 8 x E1 (120 ohm) connectors.

RJ-45 10-Pin Connector for Hitless Systems

Details the RJ-45 10-pin connector pin-out for hitless systems.

Wayside Channel Connector Pin-Outs

Provides pin-outs for Dual E1/T1 and E1/T1 connectors for wayside channels.

RS-530 Pin-Out

Details the RS-530 interface pin-out for serial connections.

Appendix C Frequency Information

FCC Channel Allocations, 16 QAM

Lists FCC channel allocations for 16 QAM across various frequency bands.

FCC Channel Allocations, 128 QAM

Lists FCC channel allocations for 128 QAM across various frequency bands.

ETSI Channel Allocations, 16 QAM

Lists ETSI channel allocations for 16 QAM across various frequency bands.

ETSI Channel Allocations, 128 QAM

Lists ETSI channel allocations for 128 QAM across various frequency bands.

Deutsch Telecom Channel Allocations, 128 QAM

Details Deutsch Telecom channel allocations for 128 QAM.

Japan Channel Allocations, 16 QAM

Lists Japan channel allocations for 16 QAM.

China Channel Allocations, 16 QAM

Details China channel allocations for 16 QAM.

Argentina Channel Allocations, 16 QAM

Lists Argentina channel allocations for 16 QAM.

Argentina Channel Allocations, 128 QAM

Details Argentina channel allocations for 128 QAM.

Frequencies for FibeAir High Power

Lists center frequencies for FibeAir High Power systems in the 6 GHz band.

Ceragon FibeAir 1500HP Specifications

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BrandCeragon
ModelFibeAir 1500HP
CategoryAntenna
LanguageEnglish

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