Replace Antenna Integrated Radio

Units
AIR 6468

Operating Instructions

Ge646801

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Copyright

© Ericsson AB 2017. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be

reproduced in any form without the written permission of the copyright owner.

Disclaimer

The contents of this document are subject to revision without notice due to
continued progress in methodology, design and manufacturing. Ericsson shall
have no liability for any error or damage of any kind resulting from the use of
this document.

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 Contents

Contents

1 Introduction 1
1.1 Prerequisites 1

2 Replace AIR Unit 4

2.1 Unpack and Check Materials 4
2.2 Handle AIR Unit 5
2.3 Remove AIR Unit 7
2.4 Install an AIR Unit 15
2.5 Pack Faulty AIR Unit 25

3 Perform Concluding Routines 27

4 References 28

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 Introduction

1 Introduction

This instruction describes how to replace an Antenna Integrated Radio (AIR)

6468 unit.

Note: AIR unit removal and subsequent replacement procedures are

ordinarily performed during off-peak hours to minimize any potential
traffic disturbances.

1.1 Prerequisites
This section contains information on the documents, tools, and conditions that
apply to the procedures.

Note: For information on compatibility issues, refer to Compatibilities for

Hardware and Software.

1.1.1 Documentation
Ensure that the following documents
are read and understood:

• Personal Health and Safety

Information

• System Safety Information

For documents referred to in this

document, see References.

RELATED INFORMATION

4. References on page 28

1.1.2 Tools
Before starting this procedure, ensure that the tools in Table 1 are available.

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Table 1 Tools Required

Product Name Product Number

250 mm 3/8-inch extension bar Personal tools
LTT 601 135/1
Side cutter

Slotted socket 27/32 mm, open- LSB 107 05/1

ended head

Mini penlight, with head band LVT 901 04/1

Torque wrench 20–100 Nm, C- LTT 601 141/1

wrench head 32 mm
LSB 107 12/5

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, socket LTT 601 140/1

13 mm

Torque wrench 20–100 Nm, C- LTT 601 140/1

wrench head 13 mm
LSB 107 12/1

Torque wrench 5–25 Nm, socket LTT 601 140/1

17 mm
LTT 601 138/1

Torque wrench 20–100 Nm, C- LTT 601 141/1

wrench head 17 mm
LSB 107 12/7

Lifting device –

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1.1.3 Conditions
Before starting this procedure, ensure that the following conditions are met:

• A work order is available.

• A new AIR unit is available.

• If applicable, a client configured to run the RBS Element Manager

(RBS EM), with the relevant Java™ plug-in version installed, is available.

• If applicable, a new Configuration Version (CV) is loaded.

• All relevant documentation is available.

• All keys are available, and site access is granted.

1.1.4 Warranty Seal

The unit is equipped with two warranty seal stickers.

Note: Seals that have been implemented by Ericsson shall not be broken or
removed, as it otherwise voids warranty.

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2 Replace AIR Unit

Reuse the mounting brackets unless they are broken or if the AIR unit is
replaced with another type of AIR unit.

2.1 Unpack and Check Materials

To unpack and check the materials, do the following:

Steps

1. Examine the carton and packing

material for damage. If it is
damaged, immediately file a
complaint with the transport
company.
Note:
Unpack the unit only at the cell
site, shortly before installation.
G109039A

2. Remove the straps from the

carton.

Ge6651C

3. Remove the tape from the carton.

Note:
Ensure not to damage the items
in the carton.

Ge6679B

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4. Verify that the items delivered

correspond to the packing list
and that they are not damaged.
If any of the items are damaged,
refer to Handling Faulty
Equipment.

5. Keep the unit in the carton until hoisting the unit up to the pole or wall.

6. Save the carton and packing material for any return of units. For more
information about packing and returning units, refer to Pack Faulty AIR
Unit and Handling Faulty Equipment.

Note: The AIR unit must not be left in an outdoor environment more
than one week prior to taking it into service. In cases where high
humidity or cold temperatures apply, the AIR unit must be taken
into service within 48 hours.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.5 Pack Faulty AIR Unit on page 25

2.2 Handle AIR Unit

This section provides instructions for handling the AIR unit.

Note: Always try to keep the AIR unit in the packing material when on the
ground to avoid damaging the unit.

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Steps

1. Do not rest the AIR unit on the

radome without packing material.

G109339A

2. 17 mm
Install the two L-type brackets
onto the AIR unit.

41 Nm

G109047A

3. Lift the AIR unit by hand.

G109340A

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4. Lift the AIR unit with belt.

G109041A

2.3 Remove AIR Unit

Warning!

When working at height, there is a risk of falling objects. Falling objects can cause
serious injury or even be fatal. Always wear a helmet and avoid standing in an area
where objects can fall.

Warning!

High energy levels are present in this unit. Improper handling of the unit can lead to
short circuits that can result in serious injury. Exercise care when working with this
unit.

Only instructions about how to remove the AIR unit from down tilt and swivel
pole and wall installation are included in this document.

2.3.1 Prepare Removal

To prepare the removal, do the following:

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1. Inform the Operation and

Maintenance Center (OMC) that
work is to start at the node site.
The OMC can then take the
affected sectors out of service to
minimize any potential traffic
Ge6814A
disturbance.

2. Ensure that the AIR unit is in a locked administrative state, if possible.

3. Switch off the external power to

the AIR unit. There is no power
ON switch on the AIR unit. The
external power switch is located
at the site.
OFF

Ge6817A

4. Note the positions of all cables.

Do this by taking a photo,
marking the cables, or noting the
positions down on paper.

Ge5650B

5. Disconnect the power cable by

turning the connector
counterclockwise and pull out the
connector. Put clean protective
caps on the AIR unit power
connector and on the power
1
2
cable connector, or cover the
power cable connector with a
plastic bag.

Ge646817A

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6. Loosen the bayonet shell

protecting the optical cables by
turning the connector in a
counterclockwise motion.

2
1

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7. 1
Slide the bayonet shell from the
bulkhead connector.

Ge5802B

8. 1
Slide the plug body with the seal
ring from the optical cable end.

Ge5792B

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9. Carefully disconnect the optical

cables from the AIR unit.
One or more optical cables can
be connected to the AIR unit.
Remove all optical cables as
1
2
described in Step 6 to Step 9.

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Note: Never touch the end face of the optical connectors. Keep the
cables away from dirt or grease, which can damage fiber optic
cables. Put protective caps on the optical cable ends or cover
them with a plastic bag. Too much or careless bending can
damage the cable. The minimum allowed bending radius can be
found in Installing Optical Cables for Main-Remote Solutions.

10. Disconnect the external alarm/EC

light cable from the AIR unit.

2
1

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11. Disconnect the TX monitor cable

from the AIR unit.

2
1

Socket 19 mm

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12. Disconnect the grounding cable

from the AIR unit.

2
1

10 mm

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13. Ensure that all the cable

connectors on the AIR unit and
the hanging cable ends are
covered with protective caps. If
the protective caps are missing,
the cable ends should be
covered by a plastic bag.
Note:
Ensure not to damage the
hanging cable ends when
removing and reinstalling the AIR
unit.

Ge8121A

14. Attach a lifting device onto the

top of the pole or wall where the
AIR unit is attached.

Ge2097G

15. Pull a rope through the block on

the lifting device.

Ge2097F

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16. Attach the end of the rope closest

to the pole or wall to the lifting
eye (A) of the top part of the AIR
unit, either directly or through a
A
snap link.
With a snap link, attach a rope to
the lifting eye (B) on the lower
part of the AIR unit.

B
G109044A

Note: Be careful not to damage the AIR unit against the pole, mast or
wall when hoisting it.

2.3.2 Remove the AIR Unit from Pole

To remove the AIR unit from pole, do the following:

1. Open the pole clamps to the

17 mm
upper and lower brackets around
the pole.

G109302A

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2. Carefully lower the unit directly

into the packaging material to
avoid damaging the unit.

Ge5898A

3. Continue the procedure in Install an AIR Unit on page 15.

2.3.3 Remove the AIR Unit from Wall

To remove the AIR unit from wall, do the following:

1. 17 mm Loosen and remove the nuts

positioned over the drilled holes
to the upper and lower wall
brackets, and unhook the AIR
unit from its installation.

G109306A

2. Carefully lower the unit directly

into the packaging material to
avoid damaging the unit.

Ge5898A

3. Continue the procedure in Install an AIR Unit on page 15.

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2.4 Install an AIR Unit

Select one of the following scenarios and perform the procedures in the
section indicated:

• Install the AIR unit on a pole

• Install the AIR unit on a wall

For more detailed information on the AIR unit installation procedure, refer to
Install Antenna Integrated Radio Units.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.4.1 Install the AIR Unit on Pole on page 15

2.4.2 Install the AIR Unit on Wall on page 17

2.4.1 Install the AIR Unit on Pole

To install the AIR unit on a pole, do the following:

1. 17 mm
Install the two L-type brackets
onto the AIR unit.

41 Nm

G109047A

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2. Pull a rope through the block on

the lifting device and attach the
end of the rope closest to the
pole to the lifting eye of the top
part of the AIR unit, either directly
or through a snap link. With a
snap link, attach a rope to the
lifting eye on the lower part of the
AIR unit.

G109031A

3. Hoist the AIR unit with the

packing material up to the
desired position on the pole.

Ge6752A

4. 17 mm
Close the pole clamps around the
pole, and finger tighten the nuts
first. Adjust the pole clamp so
40 Nm that the clamp bolts run parallel
on each side of the pole and
tighten the outer M10 nuts.

G109037A

5. Remove the lifting strap and the packing material from the AIR unit.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.4 Install an AIR Unit on page 15

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2.4.2 Install the AIR Unit on Wall

To install the AIR unit on wall, do the following:

1. 17 mm
Install the two L-type brackets
onto the AIR unit.

41 Nm

G109047A

2. Pull a rope through the block on

the lifting device and attach the
end of the rope closest to the wall
to the lifting eye of the top part of
the AIR unit, either directly or
through a snap link. With a snap
link, attach a rope to the lifting
eye on the lower part of the AIR
unit.

G109031A

3. Hoist the AIR unit with the

packing material up to the
desired position on the wall.
For more detailed information,
see Hoist AIR Unit.

Ge6752A

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4. 17 mm Position the upper and lower wall

brackets over the drilled holes
and insert the bolts. Tighten the
bolts according to
50 Nm

recommendations given by site

engineers.

G109123A

5. Remove the lifting strap and the packing material from the AIR unit.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.4 Install an AIR Unit on page 15

2.4.3 Connect Cables

Make sure that all cable connectors are in good condition; replace them if
needed.

For information on cable product numbers, refer to Main-Remote Installation

Products Overview.

Because of space limitations, always connect the cables in the following order:

Steps

1. Connect the grounding cable.

2. Connect the optical cable.

3. Connect the synchronization cable (optional).

4. Connect the external alarm/EC light cable (optional).

5. Connect the TX monitor cable (optional).

6. Connect the power cable.

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2.4.3.1 Connect Grounding Cable

Do!

Products not connected to ground risk damage from overvoltage or overcurrent.

Always ground products according to instructions.

For general information about grounding principles, refer to Grounding

Guidelines for RBS Sites.

Steps

1. Route the grounding cable from the MET at the site to the grounding point
on the AIR unit.

Note: The minimum grounding cable area is 16 mm2 for copper cable,
or a similar cable.

2. Connect the grounding cable.

T30
The correct order of the
grounding cable connector, flat
washer, lock washer, and the M6
bolt is important.
8 Nm

or
10 mm

8 Nm
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2.4.3.2 Connect Optical Cables

For a more detailed instruction on how to install optical cable, refer to Installing
Optical Cables for Main-Remote Solutions.

Note: Handle optical cables with care. Never touch the end face of optical
connectors. Only remove protective covers right before installation.

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Steps

1. Remove the protective cap from

the AIR unit.

Ge5040B

2. Draw back the outer cover from

the connector.

Ge1722C

3. Draw back the protective cover

from the optical cable connector.

Ge1723C

4. Remove the fiber protection from

the fibers in the optical cable.

Ge4711A

5. Clean the optical cable.

Note: For instructions on how to clean the optical cable, refer to

Handling SFP Modules and Optical Cables.

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6. Plug in the connector into the

1
SFP receptacle at position
marked 1.

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7. 1
Clamp the plug body with the
seal ring to the optical cable.

Ge5792C

8. Slide the bayonet shell to the

1
bulkhead connector.

Ge5802D

9. Clamp the bayonet shell on the

1
bulkhead connector clockwise.

Ge5793C

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10. If a second optical cable is to be installed, repeat Step 1 to Step 9 at the

position marked 2.

11. When the installation of the AIR unit is finished, strap the cables to the
pole or wall.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.4.3.3 Connect Synchronization Cable (Optional) on page 22

2.4.3.3 Connect Synchronization Cable (Optional)

The AIR Unit receives sync timing from TCU via PTP protocol. The connector
is SFP+, which is the same as an optical cable. For detailed information about
how to connect synchronization cable, see Connect Optical Cables.

RELATED INFORMATION

2.4.3.2 Connect Optical Cables on page 19

2.4.3.4 Connect External Alarm Cable (Optional)

1. Connect the external alarm/EC

light cable.

Ge6733B

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2. Connect the external alarm/EC

light cable to the external
equipment using the following
cable data:
Alarm A

• White conductor

• Blue conductor
Alarm A Alarm B Alarm B

• Turquoise conductor

• Violet conductor

White Blue Turquoise Violet

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2.4.3.5 Connect TX Monitor Cable (Optional)

1. Remove the dust cap from the TX monitor interface.

2. Connect the TX monitor cable.

Socket 19 mm
Note: Make sure to use the
correct cable type with
N-Type male connector.

2.5 Nm

Ge6729B

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2.4.3.6 Connect Power Cable

Stop!

Improper installation or modification of AC or DC powered equipment can seriously

damage the equipment. Only a qualified and authorized electrician is permitted to
install or modify electrical installations.

Warning!

High energy levels are present in this unit. Improper handling of the unit can lead to
short circuits that can result in serious injury. Exercise care when working with this
unit.

Steps

1. Remove the dust cap from the power interface.

2. Connect the power cable for 2-

wire connection.

Ge11252A

2.4.4 Seal Connectors (Optional)

1. Seal the connectors.

For information on how to seal
the connectors, refer to Seal
Connectors.

Ge7952A

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2.5 Pack Faulty AIR Unit

Steps

To pack the faulty AIR unit, do the following:

1. Open the carton and put the bag

in the carton.
Note:
Only transport the unit in an
approved packaging carton.

G109053A

2. Put the AIR unit with the attached

fitments into the carton.
Note:
Ensure there are no loose
objects in the carton that can
damage the unit.

G109054A

3. Put a filled out Site Failure Note (SFN) in the carton. For more information
about the SFN, refer to Handling Faulty Equipment.

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4. Close and seal the carton with

tape.
Put three tape strips crosswise,
and one strip lengthwise along
the whole box.

G109055A

5. Seal the carton with packing

strips.
Note:
Ensure to use non-steel polyester
straps.

G109056A

RELATED INFORMATION

2.1 Unpack and Check Materials on page 4

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3 Perform Concluding Routines

Proceed with the instructions in the work order or in the Operating Instruction
(OPI) that refers to this OPI.

Steps

1. Make sure that the AIR unit is operational and that no alarms are active.
For more information about optical indicators, refer to Indicators, Buttons,
and Switches.

Note: Reaching final optical indicator status can take up to 10 minutes.

2. Save the configuration backup, if applicable.

3. Exit the software application and disconnect the terminal, if applicable.

4. Collect all tools.

5. Inform the OMC that work is finished at the node site.

6. Close and lock the site, if applicable.

7. Complete the work order.

8. Follow the procedures for the return and disposal of replacement parts
and the disposal of packaging. For more information about how to handle
faulty equipment, refer to Handling Faulty Equipment.

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4 References

Safety

• Personal Health and Safety Information

124 46-2885

• System Safety Information

124 46-2886

Generic

• Handling Faulty Equipment

2/1541-LZA 701 6001/1

• Indicators, Buttons, and Switches

19/1551-LZA 701 6001/1

• Antenna Integrated Radio Unit Description

91/1551-LZA 701 6001/1

• Install Antenna Integrated Radio Units

118/1531-LZA 701 6001/1

Site

• Installing Optical Cables for Main-Remote Solutions

15/1531-LZA 701 0003/1

• Handling SFP Modules and Optical Cables

55/1553-LZA 701 6009/1

RELATED INFORMATION

1.1.1 Documentation on page 1

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