2. Introduction
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Advanced statistic reports, including inbound and outbound measurement of channel
power/pilot power/RSSI to facilitate set up and verify ongoing system operation.
Remote alarming through SNMP or SMS using wireless data including GPS
positioning.
Seamless integration with Andrew’s Integrated Management and Operating System
(A.I.M.O.S.).
Rated for both indoor and outdoor use with versatile mounting option optimized for
train and ferry applications.
2.3. Quick Start Checklist
Read and observe chapter 1.2.
Setting up the Node AM is quick and easy. The following step-by-step procedure
provides a quick overview for a correct setup and optimization.
a. Equipment required
Node AM
Donor antenna
Coverage antenna(s) or distributed antenna system (DAS)
Coaxial cables
Connectors (RF, mains)
Laptop or PC (Win 7, Win8, or Win 10) with Ethernet port and mains cable
Data cable (CAT5, 100 MBit).
b. Information required
Make sure the following information has been verified and is at hand:
Important on-site conditions (e. g. mains supply, available space, etc.)
Operators to be enhanced / amplified
Data of mandatory fields of Connectivity and Upload page
c. Procedure
1. Install the donor and coverage antennas (or leaky feeder).
2. Install the coaxial cables from the Node AM4 to the antennas.
3. Install the Node AM4 unit; see chapter 3.1 Mechanical Installation.
Note: Take care to ground the unit correctly as instructed in
chapter 3.2.3 Grounding.
4. Connect power and the antenna coaxial cables to the Node AM4.
5. Open the small User Interface cover plate
6. Establish a connection from the laptop or computer to the Node AM4.
7. Login to the unit and use the Technician Setup page (see Software manual)
for configuration.