Training on Pasolink V4

Technical Center Group

NEC India
Digital Microwave Radio –
Maintenance Pasolink V4
GENERAL

This section provides instructions for maintenance of the

PASOLINK V4 used for 6-38 GHz PDH microwave radio system.

This section provides instructions on the precautions, test setup

and accessories, routine maintenance, corrective maintenance and

mounting of optional modules.

 PRECAUTIONS

The following precautions must be carefully observed during maintenance.

The maintenance personnel should report arrival at and departure from a
station to the relevant station.
The following are dangers and warnings to the maintenance personnel.
Warning:
1. The –43 V DC power is superimposed on the center conductor of the
coaxial cable between the IDU and the ODU. Connecting test equipment
directly to this terminal may damage it and touching the coaxial cable
core may cause electrical shock.

2. Do not remove/connect the IF cable with the IDU power ON. Turn the
IDU power OFF before connecting/ disconnecting the IF cable, or
equipment may be damaged.
 PRECAUTIONS

3. After turning ON the equipment, wait at least 1 minute before turning it

OFF again. Repeatedly turning the power ON and OFF within a short
interval may cause the IDU to fail.

4. Do not allow open or short circuit of ODU TX output with the TX power
ON conditions. Perform the TX Mute control in the Maintenance mode or
turn the PWR switch off at the IDU before disconnecting cable or feeder
from the ODU TX output.

5. Contact NEC before program download on the LCT is performed.

Equipment may not function correctly with improper operation.
 Caution :

1. The top surface of the IDU above MODEM is hot in operation.

2. When replacing the MODEM, SW Unit, PMC (optional) turn off the PWR
switch and disconnect all cables connected to the module which is to be
replaced.
3. During maintenance, the IDU should be set to Maintenance “ON"
condition by the local craft terminal (LCT/PNMTj).
4. If each setup item of "Equipment Setup" or "Provisioning" is changed
during in operation, traffic will be momentarily interrupted.
5. When the TX SW is activated, momentary traffic interruption may occurs
6. Before removing or installing the IDU/ODU, turn off the power switch on
the MODEM
 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

This section provides the routine maintenance procedures to

ensure the satisfactory operation of the equipment. During
preventive maintenance, carefully observe the precautions
 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance

To ensure continued satisfactory operation of the equipment, perform

the following maintenance procedure.

(a) Test Equipment and Accessories Required :

Table-1
Test Equipment/Accessories
Digital Multimeter with Test
Lest Leads
Headset
Personal Computer
Screwdrivers
 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
(b) Procedure :
Connect a digital multimeter to SELV (-) and SELV (+) terminals
above the power cable input. Confirm that the meter indication is as
described in Table 2,
Table-2 Meter Reading :
Check Item Normal Indication Allowable
range
7/8 GHz +27 to -3 dBm Nominal indication
13 GHz +25 to -5 dBm +/- 3 dBm
15/18/23 GHz +21 to -7 dBm
Tx Power 26 GHz +20 to –10dBm
38 GHz +15 to –15 dBm

Rx level precision
RX Level -30 to –50 dBm is +/-3dBm
(typical)
ODU PS MON -43V -32 to –46V
SELV (LINE IN) -20 to -60/ +20 to +60 V DC
 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
Corrective maintenance done in the field is described in this chapter.

Corrective maintenance in the field covers fault isolation, module/unit replacement

and SW settings. The fault location procedures describe how to isolate module-
level/unit-level faults.

Faults can be classified into those that cause deterioration of the transmission quality
and those that interrupt the traffic due to a malfunction of the equipment. This chapter
explains the troubleshooting procedures for equipment faults and the corresponding
remedial methods.

The purpose of troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment is to restart the service by

locating the faulty part and replacing it with a spare.

The faults that cause deterioration in the transmission quality are primarily originated
by changes occurred in the state of propagation. Therefore, if a decline in the
transmission quality or similar fault takes place frequently, the link design will have
to be reviewed.
 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
Fault Isolation Flow Chart

Alarm conditions are identified through:

• Alarm LED (red) indication on the IDU or

• Notification from external equipment

During alarm conditions, red alarm LEDs on the IDU are lit except when
there is a power supply failure. Faults can be isolated using the LED
indicators on the front panel of the IDU. Table-3 & 4 provides information
for isolating faults at a station. Connect the LCT to the equipment and
check the equipment conditions in according with the flow chart are shown
in Fig.
 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
Table-3 Fault Isolation by LED Indications on the IDU in 1+0 system
LED Indication Fault Location
IDU IDU
ODU ODU
IDU/ODU (synchronous flashing) IF Cable between the IDU and ODU

Table - 4 Fault Isolation by LED Indications in 1+1 System

Fig.- 1 ODU and TX ALM LEDs Lighting
Fig.- 2 ODU and RX ALM LEDs Lighting
Fig.- 3 IDU and TX ALM LEDs Lighting
Fig.- 4 IDU and RX ALM LEDs Lighting
 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
Note:
After replacing the IDU with spare in 1+0 system, the IDU must be
Configured with the PC setting.

After replacing the SW UNIT with spare in 1+1 system, the IDU
must be configured with the PC setting.
 1-IF Connector Termination

1-Connector Material Check

Verify that all connector Accessories are complete as

1- Lock Nut
2- Washer
3- Gasket
4- Clamp A
5- Clamp B
6- Center Conductor
7- Insulation
8- Connector Shell
 IF Cable Termination

Lock Nut

Washer

Gasket

Clamp A

Clamp B

Insulation

Center Conductor

Connector Shell
 IF Cable Termination

1-First, Fit the Lock Nut, Washer and

Gasket on the Cable as shown

Gasket

washer
Lock Nut
 IF Cable Termination

2-Strip Back the cable sheath,

taking care not to damage the
braided shield.

Fit Clamp A
 IF Cable Termination

3-Fold back the Braided shield,

Separating the strands of the braid.

Cut the extra

length, to fit to
Clamp A
 IF Cable Termination
4-Cut away the insulation from the center
conductor and fit the clamp B.

Be sure not to cut or scratch the

conductor while stripping the
insulation
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5- Cut the center conductor to fit the connector center
contact (~1.2cm).

6- Mount the center contact onto the center conductor

7- Mount the Insulation onto the center contact.

Insulation
 IF Cable Termination

8-Insert the cable into the connector shell

9- Tighten the Lock Nut.

Insure the good tighten condition using the
suitable wrench
 IF Cable Termination

10- Check the connector-cable continuity using

multemeter.

11- Cover the outdoor connector with rubber

tape.

12- Cover the rubber tape with all weather vinyl

tape.

13- The connector is ready for use.

Thanks for your Attention.
Have a nice day.