Flexi Multiradio 10

Base Station Quick Guide

This guide can be used as quick reference for Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS installation.

Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS is a macro BTS site solution. It consists of one System Module with transmission
and RF Modules/Remote Radio Heads (RRHs).

This quick guide covers basic RF Module configurations stacked on the floor or mounted on a wall or on a pole.
For RRH, cabinet, or 19" rack installations, see the operating documentation.

This document is common for all Radio Access Technologies (RAT). You may find here information
about solutions that are not available or supported in a specific SW release or RAT.
For features supported in your SW release, see respective feature documentation chapter in the system library.

Prepare the Ground

Check the site installation Installation the BTS Installation Installation
Contents Preparing Installing the Grounding Installing Installing
1 of delivery 3 4 5 principle of 6 7
modules for plinth optional modules
installation the BTS sub-modules
Principle of
2 Clearances
Back cover Plinth on the module
Grounding
and cable floor principle Installing FPFD installation
Minimum entries
clearances Plinth on the Installing FTIF Recommended
wall installation order
Installing FBBx
Plinth on the
pole Cabling

8 Cabling
Connecting
external power
feed

Optical cabling

Transmission
cabling

Antenna
cabling

FPFD cabling

FBBx cabling

Power up and
commission BTS
Powering up and
9 commissioning
the BTS

Front covers

10 Front covers

Check the installation

11 Installation
check list
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DN09120181 Issue 10, Approval date 2014-06-23

WARNING! Risk of eye damage caused by invisible laser beam.

Danger of eye damage caused by invisible laser beam!
Make sure that the laser beam is switched off when optical cables are installed.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock.
Before turning RF power on, RF ports should be terminated by nominal 50Ω load
(for example, feeder with antenna). However, if these conditions are not met,
the plastic caps that are delivered within the unused RF ports should remain in place.
The plastic caps isolate RF power from the environment, and thus provide
electric shock security in case RF power is accidentally on.

NOTICE:
Incorrect cables and seals may not provide secured weather protection. In outdoor
installations, including the outdoor cabinet, use only tested IP65 class outdoor cables
with seals provided by NSN. This is also recommended for indoor installations.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) may damage the modules. Wear an ESD wrist strap or
use a corresponding method when handling the modules.

The plinth rear stopper is fragile. Do not attempt to lift the plinth using the rear stopper.
Installing and commissioning of BTS products must be performed by an expert
familiar with electronic devices, to avoid damage caused by improper handling.
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1 Contents of delivery
Delivery Contents Version Code
System Module delivery System Module with casing FSMF 472181A
Cable tie 134 x 2.5 mm BLK [20 pcs.] 6401084
TX Screw M5X8 ISO14583 AISI316 2XWAX [2 pcs.] 6150279
ESD wrist strap L 1.8 m -2 m SNAP10 mm 6706632
DC cable IP boot 085415A
Capacity Extension Module delivery FBBA Capacity Extension Sub -Module FBBA 472182A
FBBC Capacity Extension Sub-Module FBBC 472797A
QSFP cable assembly 995298
FBBA Power cable assembly 995297
FBBC Power cable assembly 995572
Power Distribution Module delivery FPFD Power Distribution Sub -Module FPFD 472301A
Output cable IP seal [4 pcs.] 826174

TX Screw M5x12 ISO14583/3506 -1 A2-70 WAX [3 pcs.] 6150283

FPFD -FSM Connection Card 985204

FTIF Transmission Sub -module FTIF 472311A
Transmission Sub-module delivery M5 screw [5 pcs.]
FCM-FTM connector card
3 x 60W RF Module delivery RF Modules with casing FRBB 700 472417A
FRMA 800EU 472221A
FRMD 800EU 472625A
FRKA 1500 472111A
FRGF 2100 471483A
FRGP 2100 472100B
FRIE 1.7/2.1 471895A
FRHA 2600 471894A
RF Modules with optional casing FXCA 850 472142A
FXDA 900 472083A
FXDJ 900 472143A
FXEA 1800 472084A
FXFA 1900 472166A
FXFB 1900 472569A
Multibeam DC Cable 2 m [2 pcs.]
Multiomode fiber 2 m
Multimode SFP [2 pcs.]
3 x 80W RF Module delivery RF Modules with optional casing FRGT 2100 472442A
FXCB 850 472678A
FXDB 900 472573A
FXEB 1800 472501A
FXFC 1900 472679A
TD-LTE Radio Module delivery 8x10W RF Module FZHA 472313A
6x10W RF Module FZNC 472530A
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1 Contents of delivery (continued)
Optional items
Plinth delivery Mounting kit for floor, wall and pole FMFA 470149A
Fixing plates for the casing [2 pcs.]
Screws: M5x8 [12 pcs.], M5x12 [2 pcs.], M8 [2 pcs.]
Covers delivery 3U front and back covers FMCA 470239A
Maintenance strap [2 pcs.]
Grounding cable 994815A
External cable entries [2 pcs.] 085015A
Pole mounting kit delivery Mounting brackets VMPB 469978A
Bolts: M10x120[4 pcs.], M8x25 [4 pcs.], M10x200
[pcs.], M10x300 [4 pcs.]
Washers [4 pcs.]
Flexi System External Alarm, D37 cable assembly,
FSEB delivery FSEB 471424A
cable ties [3 pcs.]
FSEC delivery Flexi System External OVP FSEC 471397A
FSES delivery Flexi System External OVP FSES 472285A
FPKA delivery Flexi Pole Kit FPKA 471649A
FPKC delivery Flexi Pole Kit FPKC 472821A
FPIA delivery Flexi Pole Installation Kit FPIA 471767A

Check list
Deliveries are complete.
Equipment is not damaged.
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2 Clearances
Minimum clearances

min 40 mm (1.6 in) measured

from back cover
(needed for fresh air)

min 100 mm
(3.9 in)

min 80 mm (3.1 in)

measured from plinth
min 75 mm min 600 mm
(3.0 in) ( 23.6 in)
Check list
Site meets the minimum clearances.

3 Preparing modules for installation

NOTE: Use Flexi 3U Mounting Covers FMCA
Back cover and cable entries with FSMF.

1. Thread the looped end of the

2 maintenance strap around the grill rib.
2. Route the end with the snap hook through
6 the exposed loop and tighten the loop.
4 3. Engage the snap hook to the casing
using the fixing points.
4. Install the back cover in the rear of the module.
3 5. Fix the back cover screws (Torx T25)
and tighten to 2.5 Nm (1.8 lb ft).
5 2.5 Nm 6. Fix the cable entries
to the sides of the casing.

Check list
Cable entries and back covers are installed.

4 Installing the plinth

Plinth on the floor
Facility wall
1. Check the clearances around
Rear the plinth.
stopper Plinth 2. Turn the rear stopper.
3. Place the plinth on the floor,
grounding points facing
forward.
75 mm 13.5 mm 75 mm 4. Bolt on the floor with 4 bolts,
(3.0 in) (0.5 in) (3.0 in) 12 mm (0.5 in.) in diameter.
(17.9 in)
455 mm

(4 pcs)
(14.1 in)
360 mm

300 mm
(11.8 in)

447 mm
(17.5 in)
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4 Installing the plinth (continued)
Plinth on the wall
185 mm (7.28 in.)
1 1. Mark screw locations using the
3 plinth as a template and drill holes.
2. Fix the mounting screws on the
wall and mount the plinth.
482.5 mm 3. Tighten the upper mounting
(19.0 in.) screws.

(23.62 in.)
600 mm
4. Insert the lower mounting screws.
5. Tighten the lower mounting
2 screws.
6. Ground the plinth. See
section 4 for instructions.
4

5
TIP: It is recommended to install
The dimensions are measured the plinth with the front panel
from the fixing points. facing right.

Plinth on the pole (with VMPB mounting kit)

NOTE: use VMPB mounting kit when the
pole diameter is between
3 60 mm and 300 mm
1 (2.36 in. and 11.81 in.).

1. Fix the upper bracket on the pole

and attach the mounting screws.
4 2. Fix one half of the lower bracket on
the plinth.
3. Lift the plinth on the pole.
Secure all screws with a thread
locking compound, for example 4. Tighten the mounting screws.
Loctite 243. 5. Fix the counterpart of the lower
bracket on the pole.
2 6. Remove or retract the rear stopper
to the inside in pole and wall instalations.
7 7. If a second plinth is required, install
it on the other side of the pole
mounting bracket.
(22.8 in.)
578 mm

8. Ground the plinth. See section 4 for

6 instructions.

5
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4 Installing the plinth (continued)

Plinth on the pole (with FPKA mounting kit)

NOTE: use FPKA mounting kit when the

pole diameter is between
60 mm and 120 mm.
1
1. Fix the upper bracket on the pole
and attach the mounting screws.
2. Fix one half of the lower bracket on
the plinth.
3. Lift the plinth on the pole.
4. Tighten the mounting screws.
20 Nm 5. Fix the lower mounting
30 Nm
bracket on the pole.
2 6. Tighten the mounting bracket screws.
7. Secure all the screws with
thread locking compound.
20 Nm 4 8.Ground the plinth. See section 4 for
3 instructions.

NOTE: Do not install plinth

on the front face of FPKA.
Install it on left/right side
with FPKA fixing screws in front.

5 6 30 Nm
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4 Installing the plinth (continued)

Plinth on the pole (with FPKC mounting kit)

1 Lifting lug hole
4

5th kit

!
30 Nm
!

2 4th kit

1st and 2nd

kits

3rd kit

3
NOTE: It is possible to install four RF Modules (two on each side)
without the plinth. For details, see the Operating Documentation.

NOTE: use FPKC mounting kit when the pole diameter is between
60 mm and 120 mm (2.36 in. and 4.72 in.).

1. Place the upper brackets around the pole and fix them with M10x315
screws to 30 Nm (22.1 lb ft).
! 2. Insert hexagonal head screws (M8x20).Lift the plinth to the pole, so it
30 Nm hangs by the screws. Do not tighten the screws yet.
! 3. Install the lower brackets and tighten all the FPKC screws
to 30 Nm (22.1 lb ft).
4. (Optional) It is possible to install up to five FPKC kits,
in the presented order. For installation instructions, see the Operating
Documentation.
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5 Grounding the BTS
GSM/EDGE – WCDMA – LTE TD-LTE
External cable 4 5 4
entry
5
5

1* 1*

6 6
* Main site 2 * Main site 2
grounding Wrist strap grounding Wrist strap
NOTE: Do not chain grounding cables.

1. Ground the plinth to the site main ground. 5. Route the grounding cable through the cable entry.
2. Connect the ESD wrist strap. 6. Connect the other end of the grounding cable to the plinth.
3. Install the first module (see section "Installing modules). 7. Repeat steps 3-6 for each module in your configuration.
4. Connect the grounding cable to the module front panel. 8. Fix the excess cables with cable ties to the cable entry.

Check list
ESD wrist strap is used when handling modules.
Module core is inside the casing.
All modules and plinth are grounded.

6 Installing optional sub-modules

Installing Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS Power Distribution Sub-Module (FPFD)
1) Preparing to install FPFD
4 NOTICE:
Make sure not to
2 mistake FPFD card
with FTM card.
Usage of incorrect
connection card leads
to HW failure.
1

WARNING!
3 5 5 Risk of short circuit.
Switch OFF
the site power
before connecting
the external
power cable.
WARNING! Risk of short circuit.
When FPFD is in use, it feeds 48 V to the FSMF core
DC In port. Make sure that the port is covered with the IP
seal and not used. Do not use the DC In port for
feeding other modules.
1. Undo the screws holding the FSMF core in place.
2. Pull out the core.
3. Remove the FPFD dummy unit.
6 4. Remove the rubber plugs on the core and the FPFD.
7 5. Insert the connection card to the slot on the FSMF core.
6. Remove the DC screw terminal cover and IP plugs.
7. Loosen the terminal's screws.
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6 Installing optional sub-modules (continued)
Installing Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS Power Distribution Sub-module (FPFD) (continued)
2) DC IN cabling
16 mm 2a
(0.63 in)
1
4

2 3

NOTICE: Pay attention to polarity markings on the chassis.

DC seal always has to be covered with IP Boot, even if FPFD is used.
1. Peel the cable to the maximum of 16 mm (0.63 in). FPFD's chassis cavity can be used as a guidance.
2. Loosen the cable gland head by counter-clockwise rotation, remove the rubber plugs.
2a.Insert the cable in. If the cable diameter is greater than 6 mm, remove the cable glands' inner ring.
3. Push the cable to the moment when the insulation edge reaches the screw terminal edge.
4. Tighten the terminal screws to 4.0 Nm (3.0 lb ft). Do not overtighten.
5. Tighten the cable gland until it is visually on the same level with the sealing insert.
REPEAT steps 1-5 for the outer cable gland.
6. Ensure the gasket is in its place in the cover and re-install the DC screw terminal cover.
Fix to 2.2 Nm (1.6 lb ft).

3) Installing FPFD to core

2 3

1. Align the FPFD with the guide pin on the FSMx core and push the FPFD in place.
2. Fix the FPFD with three M5x12 screws. Tighten to 4.0 Nm (3.0 lb ft).
3. Route the DC input cable between the FPFD and dummy unit or FTIF. If there is not enough space for both cables,
route one of them on the right side of FTIF. If FTIF is not installed, route cables through cut-outs in dummy panel.
4. If FTIF is not going to be installed next, re-insert the module core and fix the screws.

Check list
Power Distribution Sub-module is properly installed.
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6 Installing optional sub-modules (continued)
Installing Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS optional Transmission Sub-module (FTIF)

4 NOTICE:
Make sure not to
mistake FPFD card
3 with FTM card.
Usage of incorrect
connection card leads
4 to HW failure.

1. Undo the screws holding the FSMF core in place.

2. Pull out the core.
5 3. Remove the FTIF dummy unit.
7 4. Remove the rubber plugs on the core and the FTIF.
5. Insert the connection card to the slot on the FSMF core.
6. Align the FTIF with the guide pin on the FSMF core and
push the FTIF in place.
6 7. Fix the FTIF with four M5x25 screws.
Tighten to 4.0 Nm (3.0 lb ft).
8. Re-insert the module core and fix the screws.

Check list
Transmission Sub-module is properly installed.

Installing Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS Capacity Extension Sub-modules (FBBx)

3 2 4
3

1 1

1. Remove the side flange(s).

2. Remove the middle flange.
3. Pull out the dummy unit(s). 4
4. Insert the FBBx(s).
5. Fix the middle flange back in place.
Tighten the screws to 2.4 Nm (1.77 lb ft). 5 6
6. Fix the side flange(s) back in place.
Tighten the screws to 2.4 Nm (1.77 lb ft).
NOTE: When using only one FBBx,
install it in the left-hand side slot
and connect it to BB EXT1 port on FSMF core.

Check list
Capacity Extension Sub-module is properly installed.
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7 Installing modules
Recommended installation order
NOTE: For floor installations: Wall
Max. 5 modules for earthquake zone 4.
Max. 9 modules for earthquake zone 2.

System Module
RF Module

Power Module
RF Module
(optional)

System Module

RF Module

Power Module
(optional)
Plinth RF Module

RF Module

RF Module
Pole
Plinth

NOTE: For pole and wall installations:

Maximum two modules per plinth.
System
Module RF Module

Power Module RF Module

(optional)

Plinth
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7 Installing modules (continued)
Principle of module installation
7

1
4

2 3

1. Line up the locating marks on the side of the module and align the holes on the first module bottom with the fixing
studs on the plinth.
2. Push the module back until it stops.
3. Fix with two screws. In pole and wall installations, secure the screws with thread locking compound.
4. Connect the grounding cable to the module and the plinth.
5. Insert the second module and repeat steps 1-4.
6. Repeat the steps above for each module in your configuration.
7. For pole and wall installations only: attach the fixing plate across the module casings and fix with six screws.
Secure the screws with thread locking compound (for example Loctite 243 or equivalent).
Check list
Modules are properly stacked.
Modules are level.
Modules are grounded.
Module fixing screws are secured with thread locking compound and tightened.
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8 Cabling
Connecting external power feed

3
9
2

12 mm
4 (0.47 in)

7 cm
(2.75 in)

Cut extra
braiding
7
10
5
8

11

NOTE: The FSMF core DC input is only used when there is no WARNING! Risk of power supply failure and,
Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS Power Distribution Sub-Module (FPFD) in rare cases, of short circuit.
in the configuration. Check that the polarity is correct according to
1. Route the DC power cable through the cable entry. the markings on the cable.
2. Remove the IP boot.
3. Loosen the screw terminals of the DC in port on the FSMF front panel.
4. Strip the DC power cable braiding and wires' insulation 8. Tighten the screw terminals to 5.0 Nm (3.7 lb ft).
to 7 cm (2.75 in) and 12 mm (0.47 in), accordingly. Wrap tape 9. Fix the IP boot in place and fix the screw.
around the exposed wires in order not to break the IP boot. Tighten to max. 2.0 Nm (1.5 lb ft).
5. Remove the IP plug from the IP Boot and 10. Install the cable entries.
insert the taped end of the DC power cable. 11. Fix the cable entry screws.
6. Remove the tape. 12. Fix the DC power cable to the side of the
7. Insert the DC power cable to the screw terminal. module casing with cable ties.

Check list
DC power cable is connected.
Make sure that the DC connector IP boot is in place.
Module core is inside the casing, and cable entries are installed.
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8 Cabling (continued)
Optical cabling

GSM/EDGE - WCDMA - LTE
Clean with swab or
swipe with alcohol.
1 2 3 4
NOTICE: Make sure that the optical
cable connectors have been cleaned.
TD-LTE 1. Remove the optical cable connector IP seals
in both System and RF Modules.
2. Remove the protective cap from the optical
transceiver and push it in the System Module.
3. Pull back the optical cable connector seal to
uncover the connector.
4. Remove the protective plug and clean the
connector with a swab or swipe with alcohol.
5. Connect the cable to the System Module.
Make sure it clicks into place.
6. Push the connector seal firmly in place.
7. Route the cable between the System and
5 RF Modules.
8. Coil up the excess cable and fix it on the module
casing with cable ties.
9. Repeat steps 2-6 for each RF Module in the
6 configuration.
10. Make sure that all the connector seals are
properly installed.

8
8

Left side

NOTICE: Do not bend the optical cables against their fixed bend. Bending them by force will break the cables.

NOTICE: Do not bend optical cables beyond the minimum radius of:
- 70 mm (2.76 in.), when cable diameter is 7 mm (0.28 in.)
- 50 mm (1.97 in.), when cable diameter is 5 mm (0.20 in.)
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8 Cabling (continued)
Transmission cabling
There are three options for transmission: two integrated interfaces on the FSMx core and an optional transmission sub-module.

Connecting electrical Ethernet backhaul transmission

cable (EIF1 interface)
1 2 4
1. Remove the IP seal from the EIF1 port on
3 the FSMF core front panel.
2. Route the transmission cable through the cable entry.
3. Pull back the connector seal to uncover the connector.
4. Connect the cable to the EIF1 port. Make sure it clicks
5 into place.
5. Push the cable connector seal firmly in place.
6. Coil up the excess cable and fix it on the module casing
6 with cable ties.
7. Make sure that the connector seal is properly installed.

Connecting optical backhaul transmission cable

(EIF2/RF/6 interface)
Clean with swab or
5 swipe with alcohol.
1. Remove the IP seal from the EIF2/RF/6 port on the FSMF
1 2 4 core front panel.
2. Remove the protective cap from the optical backhaul
transceiver and push it in the EIF2/RF/6 port.
6 3. Route the transmission cable through the cable entry.
4. Pull back the connector seal to uncover the connector.
5. Remove the protective plug from the optical cable and clean
3 the connector with a swab or swipe with alcohol.
6. Connect the cable to the EIF2/RF/6 port. Make sure it clicks
7 into place.
7. Push the cable connector seal firmly in place.
8. Coil up the excess cable and fix it on the module casing
with cable ties.
9. Make sure that the connector seal is properly installed.

If using OPT Ifs:

Connecting Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS
optional Transmission Sub-module (FTIF) cabling
1
1. Remove IP seals from the relevant transmission
2 sub-module ports.
2. If using the optical interfaces, insert the backhaul optical
transceivers to the FTIF EIF1 and EIF2 ports.
3. Route a transmission cable through the cable entry.
4. Pull back the connector seal covering the transmission
cable connector.
6 7 5. If using the optical interfaces, clean the optical cables with
a swab or swipe with alcohol.
4 3 6. Connect the cable to the transmission sub-module.
7. Push the cable connector seal firmly in place.
8. Coil up the excess cable and fix it on the module casing
with cable ties.
9. Repeat steps 3-8 for all the transmission cables required
for your configuration.
10. Make sure that all the connector seals are properly
installed.
8
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8 Cabling (continued)
Antenna cabling GSM/EDGE – WCDMA – LTE TD-LTE

4 5 3 4
3 5
1 2
1
2

1. Remove the seal from the antenna connector in the
RF Module.
2. Push the antenna jumper cable to the
RF Module antenna connector.
3. Pierce the cable entry hole with a knife.
4. Push the antenna jumper cable to the cable entry.
5. Tighten the connector.
NOTE: Always use a torque tool when tightening
the connectors.
6. Repeat for all the antenna cables in the configuration.

NOTE: In wall and pole installations, the recommended cable routing is through the lower cable entry.
Connecting Flexi Multiradio 10 BTS Power Distribution Sub-module (FPFD) cabling

1 2 3

4 5 8

6 _ + 7

1. Undo the screws holding the FSMx core in place and
pull it out slightly.
2. Loosen the screw terminals on the FPFD front panel.
3. Strip the DC output cable and wrap tape around the
exposed wires in order not to break the IP boot.
4. Insert the taped end of the cable to the IP boot.
5. Remove the tape.
6. Insert the cable to the screw terminal.
WARNING! Risk of power supply failure and, in rare
cases, of short circuit.
Check that the polarity is correct according to
the markings on the cable.
7. Tighten the screw terminals to 3.0 Nm (2.2 lb ft).
8. Fix the IP boot in place.
9. Repeat steps 2 to 8 as many times as necessary.
10. Reinsert the FSMF core and fix the screws.
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8 Cabling (continued)
Connecting Flexi Baseband Sub-Module (FBBx) cabling

1 2 x FBBA

2
6
6 8
4a

2 x FBBC

2
6
4b
6 8

11

1. Remove IP seals from the FBBx ports that you are

going to use. 6. Connect an FBBx data cable (995298_) from the
2. Connect the power cable from the DC out port on the FSMF BB EXT1 port on the FSMx core to the BB EXT
core to the DC in port on the FBBx front panel. port on the FBBx front panel.
Make sure it clicks into place. Make sure it clicks into place.
7. Push the connector seals firmly in place.
NOTICE: If using only one FBBC, leave the protective cap
8. If using two FBBx sub-modules, connect an FBBx data
on the unused power connector of the DC power cable.
cable (995298_) from the BB EXT2 port on the FSMx
3. Push the connector seals firmly in place. core to the BB EXT port of the second FBBx.
4. If using two sub-modules: 9. Push the connector seals firmly in place.
a) FBBA: Chain the power cable from the DC out port 10. Make sure that all the connector seals are properly
of the first FBBA to the DC in port of the second FBBA. installed.
b) FBBC: Connect the cable to the DC IN port 11. Bend the cables upwards, ensuring they are within
of the second FBBC. the front cover inner dimensions. The maximum
5. Push the connector seals firmly in place. bending radius is 40 mm (1.57 in).
Check list
All cables are connected according to the configuration.
Optical cable connectors have been cleaned.
BTS external cables or cables between the modules on separate plinths are routed via
cable entries.
Connector seals are firmly in place.
All cables are tied with cable ties or routed through cable clamps.
All cables are bent correctly.
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8 Cabling (continued)
Using shielded cables
- External surge protection is always needed in outdoor installations with FSMF DC input
(with or without FPFD) if the input power feeder length exceeds 10 m.
(Installed close to FSMF DC input port).
- External surge protection is always needed in outdoor installations with FPFD output
if the output power feeder length exceeds 10 m (installed at FSMF end only).
- Shielded power feeder is always needed in outdoor installations when the power feeder length
exceeds 4 m. The power feeder cable needs to be grounded at both ends.
- BTS DC power input must be floating -48 V DC or positive grounded.
NOTICE: Negative grounding is not allowed. With negative grounding, the fuse protection
does not work and surge and lightning protection may not work properly.

9 Powering up and commissioning the BTS

1. Power up the BTS and check the LEDs and fuses to ensure that all modules are powered.
2. Commission the BTS. See the Commissioning Flexi Multiradio BTS document for further information.

10 Front covers
Front covers
1. Thread the looped end
1 through the hole on
the front cover.
2. Route the end with
the snap hook through
the exposed loop
and tighten the loop.
3. Engage the hook to
the hole on the external
2 cable entry.
3 4. Install the front cover.
5. Tighten the screws
(Torx 25)
to 2.5 Nm (1.8 lb ft).

4
5

NOTE: On sites where rodents or birds are a concern:

- Use optional Flexi Side Covers (FMHA/FMTA).
- Protect exposed cables and DC terminal seals with any suitable standard conduit.

Check list
Module front panel covers are installed.
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11 Installation check list

Perform these checks to make sure that the installation is complete:

Delivery is complete and undamaged.

Minimum clearances are met.

Plinth is installed according to the instructions.

Plinth is grounded.

Relevant sub-modules are installed according to the instructions.

Power supply cable is connected.

Modules are installed according to the instructions.

Modules are grounded to the plinth.

Cable entries are installed.

Antenna cables are connected according to the configuration.

Internal power cables are connected.

Transmission cables are connected.

Correct type of backhaul optical transceivers are used.

Optical fibre cable connectors are cleaned and connected.
BTS external cables or cables between the modules on separate plinths are routed
via cable entries.

Cables are tied properly.

Cable connector seals are firmly in place.

Unused connectors are covered with IP seals.

BTS is switched on and all modules are ready for commissioning.

Module front covers are installed.

Site is clean and installation completed.