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DMS-600 for EXPRESS DAS DAS Management System Operations and Installation Manual

DMS-600 Operations and Installation Manual


Preface

The EXPRESS DAS user documentation set consists of two primary volumes:

• EXPRESS DAS Operations and Installation Manual: technical details, specifications, instructions for installing and setting up the EXPRESS DAS equipment.

• DMS-600 Operations and Installation Manual (this document): instructions for installing the DMS-600 server and using the web-based interface to commission, manage and monitor the DAS.

Technicians using these manuals should have completed the SOLiD Certification Program. SOLiD also

recommends technicians be familiar with the concepts of fiber optic cabling, networking and wireless

communication technologies, and SNMP. We further recommend training programs offered through

CIBET (Certified In Building Engineering Technologist) and BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service

International).

Copyright

SOLiD has written, produced, and printed this manual in the USA. All rights are reserved ©2014 SOLiD.

Confidential and proprietary. Information contained in this document is company private to SOLiD and

should not be modified, used, copied, reproduced or disclosed in whole or in part without the written

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to assert any right, license, or interest with respect to such trademark. Other product names mentioned in

this manual are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Disclaimer of Liability

The contents of this document, including graphics and screenshots, are current as of the date of

publication. SOLiD reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall SOLiD

be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use or loss of profits. SOLiD further

disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages. This

disclaimer of liability applies to all products, publications and services during and after the warranty period.



Getting Support and Providing Feedback

To authorize technical support or to establish a return authorization for defective units, make sure you

have the SOLiD serial numbers available. Serial numbers are located on the back of each unit, as well as

the delivery box. Contact SOLiD for additional support information: [email protected] or 1-888-409-9997,

Option #2.

SOLiD welcomes feedback on this manual. Send suggestions via email to [email protected] with “Tech

Pubs” in the subject line.

Revision Log

Revision # Issue Date Section Changes

V 1.0 June 29, 2012 All Original

V 1.1 July 6, 2012 All Updates on Auto Id and factory IP address

V 2.0 June 10, 2013 All Revisions and updates to all sections

V 2.1 October 30, 2014 All Revisions and updates to reflect 2.1 version of software



Contents

1 DMS-600 Overview .................................................................................................... 1 1.1 DMS-600 Specifications ............................................................................................................... 3 1.2 DMS-600 Front / Rear Panels ...................................................................................................... 4 1.3 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 5 1.4 Quick Start ................................................................................................................................... 6

2 Hardware Installation ................................................................................................ 7 2.1 Before you Begin ......................................................................................................................... 7 2.2 Install the Server Hardware ......................................................................................................... 7 2.3 Connect the DMS-600 to the DAS ............................................................................................... 8 2.4 Connect to the DMS-600 ............................................................................................................. 9

3 Login and BIU Assignment .................................................................................... 10 3.1 Login .......................................................................................................................................... 10 3.2 How to Use the Main Screen ..................................................................................................... 11 3.3 Assign BIUs ............................................................................................................................... 12

4 DMS-600 Setup ........................................................................................................ 13 4.1 Edit Site Info ............................................................................................................................... 13 4.2 Manage User Accounts .............................................................................................................. 14

4.2.1 Add an Account ............................................................................................................. 14 4.2.2 Delete / Change an Account ......................................................................................... 15

4.3 Define Alerts .............................................................................................................................. 16 4.4 Manage the DMS Settings ......................................................................................................... 17

4.4.1 Configure SNMP Features ............................................................................................ 17 4.4.2 Configure NOC Settings ................................................................................................ 18 4.4.3 Manage BIU Information ............................................................................................... 18 4.4.4 Specific IP Addresses for DMS Network ....................................................................... 19 4.4.5 Configure System Time ................................................................................................. 20 4.4.6 Clear System Logs ........................................................................................................ 20 4.4.7 Reboot the DMS Server ................................................................................................ 21

5 System Commisioning ........................................................................................... 22 5.1 Use EasySET to Auto Commission ........................................................................................... 23 5.2 Change Operating Parameters Applied with EasySET .............................................................. 25

6 DAS Device Control ................................................................................................ 26 6.1 How to Use the Device Control Screens .................................................................................... 26

6.1.1 BIU SELECT ................................................................................................................. 26 6.1.2 System Tree .................................................................................................................. 26

6.2 Configure BIU, MDBUs, VHF/UHF ............................................................................................ 27 6.2.1 Set Up BIU .................................................................................................................... 27 6.2.2 Set Up MDBU and VHF/UHF ........................................................................................ 30

6.3 Configure the External Alarm Feature (Optional) ....................................................................... 32 6.3.1 Set Up External Output Alarms ..................................................................................... 32 6.3.2 Set Up External Input Alarms ........................................................................................ 34

6.4 Configure ODU Parameters ....................................................................................................... 36 6.4.1 Set Up ODU / DOU ....................................................................................................... 36

6.5 Configure OEU Parameters ....................................................................................................... 38



6.5.1 Set Up OEU ................................................................................................................... 38 6.5.2 Setup up DOUs in the OEU ........................................................................................... 41

6.6 Configure Remote Unit (ROU) Parameters ............................................................................... 42 6.6.1 Set Up MRU and ARU (1W Remote Units) ................................................................... 42 6.6.2 Set Up HMRU and HARU (20W Remotes) ................................................................... 46

7 DAS Firmware Updates .......................................................................................... 51 7.1 Upload Firmware Files to the DMS Server ................................................................................ 51 7.2 Download Firmware Updates to DAS Components ................................................................... 53

8 Event Logs and Inventory Reports ....................................................................... 55 8.1 View System Logs ..................................................................................................................... 55 8.2 View Event Logs ........................................................................................................................ 57 8.3 View an Inventory of DAS Devices ............................................................................................ 58

9 Appendix – Glossary of Terms .............................................................................. 59



List of Illustrations

Figure 1.1 – DAS Management with DMS-600 ............................................................................................ 2 Figure 1.2 – DMS-600 at a Glance .............................................................................................................. 3 Figure 1.3 – DMS-600 Front Panel .............................................................................................................. 4 Figure 1.4 – DMS-600 Rear Panel .............................................................................................................. 4 Figure 2.1 – DMS to BIU Connection .......................................................................................................... 8 Figure 2.2 – WAN Port Connection for Remote Login ................................................................................. 9

List of Tables

Table 1.1 – DMS-600 Specifications ........................................................................................................... 3 Table 1.2 – DMS-600 Front Panel ............................................................................................................... 4 Table 1.3 – DMS-600 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................ 4 Table 1.4 – Features Available for Initial Setup ........................................................................................... 6 Table 1.5 – Features Available for Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance .................................................. 6 Table 2.1 – Tools and Accessories for Installing DMS Equipment .............................................................. 7 Table 3.1 – Status Bar Options ................................................................................................................. 11 Table 3.2 – Main Menu Options ................................................................................................................. 11 Table 4.1 – Site Information Options ......................................................................................................... 13 Table 4.2 – User Types and Scope ........................................................................................................... 14 Table 4.3 – SNMP Options ........................................................................................................................ 17 Table 4.4 – DMS Network Information Options ......................................................................................... 19 Table 4.5 – Time Setup Options ................................................................................................................ 20 Table 6.1 – BIU Information Options ......................................................................................................... 28 Table 6.2 – SISO and MIMO Slot Information Options .............................................................................. 29 Table 6.3 – MDBU and VHF/UHF Setup Options ...................................................................................... 31 Table 6.4 – External Alarm Relay Setup Screen Fields ............................................................................. 32 Table 6.5 – External ALM #3 Input Mode Setup ........................................................................................ 34 Table 6.6 – ODU / DOU Setup Options ..................................................................................................... 37 Table 6.7 – OEU Setup Options ................................................................................................................ 39 Table 6.8 – E-Optic Setup Options ............................................................................................................ 40 Table 6.9 – OEU / DOU Setup Options ..................................................................................................... 41 Table 6.10 – MRU / ARU Setup – ROU Information .................................................................................. 43 Table 6.11 – MRU / ARU Setup – Optical Information .............................................................................. 44 Table 6.12 – MRU / ARU Setup – Transmit (TX) and Receive (RX) Setup Options ................................. 45 Table 6.13 – HMRU / HARU Setup – ROU Information ............................................................................ 47 Table 6.14 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Optical Information ......................................................................... 48 Table 6.15 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Transmit (TX) and Receive Path (RX) Setup Options .................... 49 Table 6.16 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Amp and Fan Information ............................................................... 50 Table 8.1 – System Log Types .................................................................................................................. 56


DMS-600 Operations and Installation Manual – Version 2.1 – October 2014 1

1 DMS-‐600 Overview The DMS-600 provides a configuration, alarming, diagnostic, and control interface for the SOLiD

EXPRESS DAS. It helps minimize downtime and ensures your SOLiD DAS maintains peak performance.

Using the DMS, system administrators can define and update important maintenance and operational

settings for the DAS network. The DMS also continually conducts comprehensive DAS health checks and

reports changes in status and alarm detection to a local or remote Network Operations Center (NOC).

The DMS-600 provides these functions for the DAS network:

• LAN (TCP/IP) connectivity between the DMS-600 and BIU MCPU (Main Central Processor Unit)

• Graphical user interface running in any standard web browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox)

• Command and control for up to 20 BIUs

• SNMP Traps sent to a NOC

• Firmware upgrades for DAS devices

• EasySETTM Auto Commissioning

• Inventory Management

• System & Event logs



The next figure illustrates the data flow between the DAS BIU(s), the DMS-600 and an external NOC. As

the figure shows, you can access the DMS functions either:

• Onsite by connecting a laptop directly to the CONSOLE port on the DMS or

• Remotely from an external NOC by connecting the DMS to your data network.

The DMS-600 server software is based on the Ubuntu operating system. The user interface will display in

any standard web browser from a PC or laptop computer. An Ethernet hub device should be used for

connecting multiple BIUs.

Figure 1.1 – DAS Management with DMS-600



1.1 DMS-‐600 Specifications

The DMS-600 mounts in a standard 19-inch rack system and occupies one rack unit (1U).

Figure 1.2 – DMS-600 at a Glance

Item Specification

Dimensions 426 (19”) x 43 (1U) x 356 (W x H x D mm) Weight 6.4 kg (14 lbs)

Buttons / LED Indicators

Power ON/OFF System RESET Power LED System Activity LED Network Activity LED System Overheat LED

Available Interface Ports

(1) LAN Ethernet Port for WAN connection (1) LAN Ethernet Port for BIU connection (1) LAN Ethernet Port for local console port (2) USB Ports

Power Specifications

AC Voltage: 100-240V, 60-50Hz Amperage: 2 amp maximum Power consumption: 260 W 6ft. cord with NEMA 5-15 plug

Operating Environment Operating Temp: 10 ~ 35˚C Humidity Range: 8 ~ 90% non-condensing

Safety & EMC Approvals

USA, UL Listed & FCC Canada-CUL Mark Europe / CE Mark EN 60950 / IEC 60950 Compliant CCC Certified

Table 1.1 – DMS-600 Specifications



1.2 DMS-‐600 Front / Rear Panels

Figure 1.3 – DMS-600 Front Panel

No. Item Description

1. LED Indicators from left to right

System Overheat LED Output DC power test port and ALM LED to show abnormal status

Network Activity LED Flashing indicates LAN Ethernet port 1 has active transmission.

Console Activity LED Flashing indicates Console port activity

System Activity LED Flashing indicates system is handling a process

Power LED Green indicates unit receiving power 2. System Reset Reboots the DMS server 3. Power Power ON/OFF

Table 1.2 – DMS-600 Front Panel

Figure 1.4 – DMS-600 Rear Panel

No. Item Description

1. Console Port For connection to laptop computer

2. WAN Port For connection to remote NOC via WAN

3. BIU Port For connection to BIU

4. USB Port #1 and #2 For DMS-600 software upgrades and dry contact alarm block (Not currently supported)

Table 1.3 – DMS-600 Rear Panel



1.3 Safety Precautions

Only qualified personnel should handle the DMS-600 and EXPRESS DAS equipment. Any person involved in installing or servicing the DAS equipment should understand and follow these safety guidelines:

• Obey all general and regional safety regulations relating to work on high voltage installations, as well as regulations covering correct use of tools and personal protective equipment.

• Use this unit only for the purpose specified by the manufacturer. Do not modify or fit any spare parts that are not sold or recommended by the manufacturer. This could cause fires, electric shock or other injuries.

• To prevent electrical shock, switch the main power supply off prior to working with the DAS or Fiber BDA. Never install or use electrical equipment in a wet location or during a lightning storm.

• When working with units outdoors, make sure to securely fasten the door or cover in an open position to prevent the door from slamming shut in windy conditions.

• Any DAS or Fiber BDA will generate radio (RF) signals and continuously emit RF energy. Avoid prolonged exposure to the antennas. SOLiD recommends maintaining a 3-foot minimum clearance from the antenna while the system is operating.

• Do not look into the ends of any optical fiber. Laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the eye. Do not look directly into the optical transceiver of any digital unit or exposure to laser radiation may result. Use an optical power meter to verify active fibers. Place a protective cap or hood over any radiating transceiver or optical fiber connector to avoid the potential of dangerous amounts of radiation exposure.

• Allow sufficient fiber length to permit routing without severe bends.

• Do not operate this unit on or close to flammable materials, as the unit may reach high temperatures due to power dissipation.

• For pluggable equipment, make sure to install the power socket outlet near the equipment so that it is easily accessible.

• Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives on the DAS equipment. Alcohol may be used to clean fiber optic cabling ends and connectors.



1.4 Quick Start

Several of the DMS-600 features will be used for initial setup of the DMS and DAS, while others are used

for ongoing maintenance as shown in the following tables:

First Time Setup Go to Menu Go to Page

Install hardware - 7 Connect the DMS to the DAS - 8 Set Up DMS for remote or local login - 9 Assign BIUs Management > DMS Management 12 Enter site information Management > Site Info 13 Set up user accounts Management > User Management 14 Set up the alert levels Management > Event Management 16 Set up NOC access and SNMP features Management > DMS Management 17 Set DMS IP addresses Management > DMS Management 19 Set system time Management > DMS Management 20 Commission the DAS using EasySET Command & Control > EasySET 23

Table 1.4 – Features Available for Initial Setup

Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance Go to Menu Go to Page

Manage user accounts Management > User Management 14 Clear system and event logs Management > DMS Management 20 Reboot DMS server Management > DMS Management 21 View / Change DAS device settings Command & Control > Command & Control 27 Update DAS device firmware Command & Control > Firmware Download 51 View system logs History > System Log 55 View event logs History > Event Log 57 View system inventory Inventory 58

Table 1.5 – Features Available for Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance



2 Hardware Installation The DAS management system server (DMS-600) is typically mounted in the head end rack above the

ODUs and in close proximity to the BIUs. The server has an internal power supply and requires standard

120-240V AC power. A power cable ships with the unit.

The DMS-600 server requires 1U in a standard 19-inch equipment rack but should have 1U above and

below for air circulation.

SOLiD technicians configure and label the ALLIANCE DAS equipment prior to shipment. When unpacking

the equipment, note all labeling and inspect the hardware. Contact SOLiD Support if the product is

damaged.

2.1 Before you Begin

Before you begin, make sure you have the following items. Those items marked with an “O” ship with the

unit. Items marked with an “X” are not included. Tools are not included.

Unit Item / Action Accessories Tools Required Status

DMS

DMS-600 rack mounting M6 Screws (4 EA) No.0 Screw driver (+) X

WAN port connection Straight type LAN cable (1EA) X BIU port connection Straight type 2m LAN cable (1EA) O Connection to power supply AC 110-220V Power Cable O

Table 2.1 – Tools and Accessories for Installing DMS Equipment

2.2 Install the Server Hardware

1. Position the DMS-600 in the rack, making sure to leave 1U of space between the DMS-600

and the uppermost ODU. This gap provides air circulation to help dissipate heat from the

equipment.

2. Insert M6 screws in the mounting holes and tighten the screws to secure the unit.

3. Connect the server to a power source (typically a wall socket) using the supplied power cable,

then power on the server.



2.3 Connect the DMS-‐600 to the DAS

1. Plug one end of the CAT5e Ethernet cable into the BIU port at the back of the DMS.

2. Connect the other end into the Ethernet Port located on the front of the Main Central

Processor Unit (MCPU) at the front of the BIU.

Figure 2.1 – DMS to BIU Connection

NOTE: For configurations with multiple BIUs, connect the MCPU in each BIU to an Ethernet hub. Then

connect the hub to the BIU port at the back of the DMS. The hub should be used exclusively for this

purpose and no other devices besides the DMS and BIUs should be connected to it.



2.4 Connect to the DMS-‐600

You can setup the DMS-600 for either local (onsite) or remote login.

NOTE: If working onsite, turn off the PC’s WiFi feature. The PC should not be connected to the public

Internet while it’s also connected to the Console port on the DMS. Make sure your PC has an available

Ethernet port and Automatic DHCP is enabled in your PC’s network settings.

1. Connect the DMS-600:

a. For Onsite Login: Connect one end of an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on your

laptop. Connect the other end to the Console port on the back of the DMS.

b. For Remote Login from an external NOC: Connect one end of an Ethernet cable into the

WAN port on the back of the DMS-600. Connect the other end to your data network.

NOTE: To enable remote login, you will need to define the outside IP address for the DMS server.

This is the IP address for the WAN port. See page 19 for details.

Figure 2.2 – WAN Port Connection for Remote Login



3 Login and BIU Assignment 3.1 Login

1. Log in to the DMS using one of two methods:

a. If you are working onsite: open your web browser and enter http://solid.local or the

default IP address: 192.168.58.1

b. If logging in remotely: open your web browser and enter the DMS-600’s outside IP Address. (See page 19 for setting this IP address.)

2. Enter the default Username and password for the Administrator account:

Username: Admin

Password: Admin

Click Submit.

The Administrator account is already set up. SOLiD recommends changing the password for

this account on a regular basis. You can manage the Admin and other User accounts from

the Setup menu (see page 14).



3.2 How to Use the Main Screen

After logging in, you’ll see the Main Screen, which shows the current status of the DMS-600 and provides

access to the Navigation Bar menus and submenus.

The Status Bar and Main Menu have these options:

Status Bar Description

Logout Admin Quit the program

Acronyms View definitions for abbreviations and acronyms used in DMS

User Manual Load a PDF version of the manual in your browser

Time Stamp Shows system time

DMS Status

Shows status of DMS-600. Green = normal operation. Red = software failure, system reset recommended. (You can reboot by pressing the Reset button on the front panel or using the System Reboot feature from the MANAGEMENT > DMS Management menu. See page 21.)

Table 3.1 – Status Bar Options

Main Menu Sub Menus Functions

SITE INFO - Display site information. You can edit this information in the MANAGEMENT > Site Info menu.

COMMAND & CONTROL

Command & Control Set operating parameters for all DAS components. Firmware Download Manage firmware updates for DAS components. EasySET Commission DAS components.

MANAGEMENT

Site Info Edit site information User Management Add, delete or edit DMS user accounts. Event Management Set up alarm features

DMS Management Set up DMS-600 operating environment, clear logs, and reboot DMS.

HISTORY System Log Access system event logs. Alert Log Access alert logs.

INVENTORY Obtain an inventory of all components in the system.

Table 3.2 – Main Menu Options

The functions available from each of these menus are described in the following sections.



3.3 Assign BIUs

When you first set up the DMS-600, you must indicate which BIU’s you will be managing with the system.

You will only need to do this when you initially set up the system or if you add/remove BIUs.

1. From the Main Menu, click MANAGEMENT > DMS Management to reach the setup screen:

2. In the BTS Interface Unit Information section of the screen, add the BIUs connected to the

DMS by specifying the IP address.

The IP address for each BIU is set at the factory. Addressing starts at 10.250.250.10

(for BIU 1) and the host part of the address increments by 1 with each additional BIU.

For example: BIU 2 = 10.250.250.11, BIU 3 = 10.250.250.12, etc.

BIU names are assigned from the COMMAND & CONTROL > Command & Control menu.

3. For BIUs you want to manage with the DMS, check the Use box.

4. Click Save when you are done.



4 DMS-‐600 Setup Use the MANAGEMENT menus to set up the DMS-600 operating environment and network interface.

4.1 Edit Site Info

1. From the Main Menu, click MANAGEMENT > Site Info.

2. Edit Site Info details according to the following guidelines:

Field Description

Site Name, Address Use any combination of alphanumeric characters. DMS-600 version This field is automatically populated by the system. GPS Latitude, Longitude Valid format: 37.2342 Invalid format: 37°31'55.38"N Installation Contractor Contact information for the installer. Contacts Contact details for maintenance personnel. Note Any other information that is important for maintaining the system. Image Upload a .jpg photo or other image up to 500Mb.

Table 4.1 – Site Information Options

3- Press Save when you are done. Updated information will now appear on the Site Info Home Screen.



4.2 Manage User Accounts

1. From the Main Menu, click MANAGEMENT > User Management.

4.2.1 Add an Account

2. To add an account, click Add.

3. Enter the user information. Fields with an asterisk (*) are required. Valid inputs for each field

are shown adjacent to the field. Select the User Type according to these guidelines:

User Level Scope

Admin All the features of DMS-600. Only the Admin can set up other user accounts. This account cannot be deleted but you can edit information like the password.

Tech All features except Firmware Download, EasySET and features on Management menus in DMS-600

User

All features except Firmware Download, EasySET and features on Management menus in DMS-600. In addition, “Users” can only check status of DAS equipment, they cannot change operating parameters for any components using the Command & Control features.

Table 4.2 – User Types and Scope



4. Click Add when you are done.

4.2.2 Delete / Change an Account

5. To delete a user, check the box next to the User name and click the Trash can icon.

6. To change information for a user, check the box next to the User name and click the Edit icon.



4.3 Define Alerts

The system can send Alerts (i.e. SNMP traps) to the NOC based on various error conditions. You can

define alert levels for each of the critical components in the system: BIU, DOU, OEU, ROU, and HROU.

1. From the Main Menu, click MANAGEMENT > Event Management.

2. Click the component (BIU, DOU, OEU, ROU, or HROU) you want to define Alerts for. Each

component has a different set of available Alerts.

3. Assign a severity level (Warning, Minor, Major, Critical, or Disabled) for each type of Alert.

Each has an associated color code, which is used in the log and for reporting.

4. For each Alert, set the Mask level. Alerts that are masked will not be sent to the NOC. To

mask all Alerts, click All Mask. To remove the mask from all Alerts, click UnMask.

5. Set the Hysteresis period. This is the time interval (in seconds) between when the Event

occurs and when an SNMP trap is transmitted to the external Network Operations Center

(NOC). SOLiD recommends a minimum time interval of 30 seconds as it takes this long to

scan the entire system.

6. Once you have completed defining Alerts, click Save.



4.4 Manage the DMS Settings

From the DMS Management screen, you can establish SNMP settings, IP addresses, NOC locations and

other variables for the DMS-600.

4.4.1 Configure SNMP Features

1. From the Main Menu, click MANAGEMENT > DMS Management.

2. Edit SNMP settings according to the following guidelines.

SNMP Field Definition

Heartbeat Enable Enable / Disable Heartbeat. When enabled, sends an event alert like a pulse according to the interval setting.

Heartbeat Interval Set the Heartbeat time interval in minutes.

The SNMP Community Names

Provide unique names for the Read and Write community. Read is a community for viewing information. Write is a community for changing OID values directly through an SNMP command. To ensure the security of your SNMP environment, SOLiD recommends changing the default values (“public” and “private”).

Table 4.3 – SNMP Options




4.4.2 Configure NOC Settings


2. For each external NOC, assign a Name and IP address. Add any additional information in the

Note field. You can define up to 4 external NOCs. NOCs receive SNMP traps from the DMS.


4.4.3 Manage BIU Information

When you first set up the DMS-600, you must indicate which BIU’s you will be managing with the system.

You will only need to do this when you initially set up the system or if you add/remove BIUs.


2. In the BTS Interface Unit Information section, verify that the BIUs connected to the DMS

appear in the list.

If a BIU does not appear in the list, you can add it by specifying its IP address. The IP

addresses for each BIU are set at the SOLiD factory. Addressing starts at 10.250.250.10 (for

BIU 1) and the host part of the address increments by 1 with each additional BIU. For

example: BIU 2 = 10.250.250.11, BIU 3 = 10.250.250.12, etc.

BIU names are assigned from the COMMAND & CONTROL > Command & Control menu.

3. For BIUs you want to manage with the DMS, check the Use box.




4.4.4 Specific IP Addresses for DMS Network


2. Edit Network Information according to the following guidelines.

NOTE: Changing the IP address will force a system reboot.

DMS Network Info Outside Inside

IP Address Sets WAN port IP address on the back of DMS-600

Sets IP address at BIU port. The DMS-600 Inside IP Address (BIU port) should be the gateway port on all BIU’s setup to communicate with the DMS-600.

Subnet Mask Sets the subnet value for the network in use by the DMS

Sets the subnet value for the network in use by the DMS. The Subnet Mask should also match the DMS-600’s Inside Subnet Mask on all BIU’s. For instance, if the DMS-600 Inside IP address is 10.20.10.1 and the Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, then all BIUs should have an IP address between 10.20.10.2 and 10.20.10.254. The Gateway IP address on all BIUs would be 10.20.10.1 and the Subnet Mask would be 255.255.255.0 matching the DMS-600 inside IP settings.

Gateway Sets the gateway value for the network in use by the DMS

Not Applicable

Table 4.4 – DMS Network Information Options




4.4.5 Configure System Time


2. Edit Time settings according to the following guidelines.

Time Setup Description

Time Zone Set the time zone for the DMS.

Use Remote Service Check this box if you are using a Internet-based time server.

Time Zone Server If you are using an NTP service, enter the IP address or DNS name of the NTP server. Leave this blank if you are using the NIST Internet Time Server at nist1.symmetricom.com, which is the system default.

Table 4.5 – Time Setup Options


4.4.6 Clear System Logs


2. Set a date range for the System Log or Event Log. All log events during this date range will

be deleted. You can also enter the same date in each field to clear events for just that day.

3. Click Delete to clear the log.



4.4.7 Reboot the DMS Server


2. To reboot the DMS, press System Reboot.

It can take up to two minutes for the DMS to come back online.



5 System Commisioning The DMS-600 supports several functions for setting up, monitoring and controlling the DAS devices:

• Initial System Commissioning – Before the DAS equipment first comes online, you will need to commission the system by configuring various operating parameters for the DAS components.

The EasySET auto-commissioning feature allows you to apply these operating parameters for all components in one step. You can apply the factory default settings or settings that you have defined according to your particular site requirements.

(System Commissioning is also described in more detail in the SOLiD Tech Notes: Commissioning EXPRESS With SC-DAS GUI and Commissioning EXPRESS With DMS-600 available from SOLiD Support.)

• Ongoing Device Control and Monitoring – Using the Command & Control menu, you can monitor or change operating parameters for individual DAS components at any time following initial system commissioning.

Using the Command & Control menu, you can also set up other parameters – not related to system commissioning – like temperature alarm settings, transmit and receive power alarms, and component names.



5.1 Use EasySET to Auto Commission

Running EasySET will apply a set of operating parameters to each active component in the DAS in one

step. EasySET simplifies and speeds the commissioning process compared to setting and applying each

operating parameter individually.

Using EasySET, you can apply the original factory default parameters or a set of operating parameters

that you have defined according to your particular site requirements.

NOTE: EasySET applies the latest set of saved operating parameters. When you first commission the

DAS, these are the factory default values. To change the operating parameters applied during EasySET,

use the EasySET > System Setup menu and follow the instructions in the next section.

1. From the Main Menu, click COMMAND & CONTROL > EasySET.

2. If the DMS is supporting multiple BIUs, choose the BIU from the pull-down list that you want

to configure, then press Select.

The EasySET screen has these options:

• Commission System Start: Starts the auto commissioning routines. All operating

parameters are set to the latest saved values.

• Commission System Stop: Stops the auto commissioning routines.

• System Setup: Enables changes to operating parameters as necessary for specific

installation requirements.



3. To start the EasySET process, click Commission System Start.

The EasySET window appears. A progress bar indicates the auto-commissioning status.

Clicking Commission System Stop will halt the process.

Once the commissioning procedure is complete, a message appears indicating the outcome

of the commissioning process:

Completed Commission System: Successful commissioning with no faults reported.

Or

Commission Failure Alarm Check of System Online: An alarm has been reported for one or more

of the DAS devices. Go to the Event Log (HISTORY > Event Log) to locate the alarm condition.

Once you have returned all components to normal operating conditions, rerun EasySET.

4. If successful, click OK to close the pop-up window. If the commissioning process has failed,

go to the Command & Control menu to determine the alarm condition.



5.2 Change Operating Parameters Applied with EasySET

To meet specific performance requirements for your DAS site, you can modify the operating parameters

that are applied during EasySET. Once modified, you can also save these values as the defaults.

1. From the EasySET main screen, click System Setup.

The following screen appears with these options:

• Default Load: Loads the most recently saved default parameters. • Default Save: Saves the current parameters as default values. • GET: Displays the most recently saved parameter values. • SET: Saves changed parameter values. • EasySET Main: Back to EasySET window.

2. Click GET to load the most recently saved set of operating parameters. To load the current

set of default values, click Default Load.

3. Change values as necessary for your site.

4. When you are done, click SET to save new values.

If you want these values to be saved as the new defaults, click SET then click Default Save.

NOTE: Detailed explanations for each parameter can be found in the next section.



6 DAS Device Control From the Command & Control menu, you can monitor and control the operating parameters for each

active DAS component like MDBUs, DOUs, RDUs, etc. You can also set up other parameters – not

related to system commissioning – like temperature alarm settings, transmit and receive power alarms,

and component names.

6.1 How to Use the Device Control Screens

You can reach the Device control screens, from the COMMAND & CONTROL > Command & Control

menu option.

6.1.1 BIU SELECT

If the DMS is supporting multiple BIUs, you will need to choose

the BIU from the pull-down list that you want to configure, then

press Select. After selecting the BIU, its control screen will

load.

6.1.2 System Tree

The System Tree shows the IP address for the BIU you have selected.

Clicking on a component in the System Tree will load its control screen.

Flashing Transmit (TX) and Receive (RX) LEDs indicate an active

communication status with the BIU.

For each component in the System Tree, a color LED indicates the status

for the device:

Green = Normal operating conditions.

Red = Alarm has occurred on the device.



6.2 Configure BIU, MDBUs, VHF/UHF

Manage settings for the individual BIUs, MDBUs, VHF/UHF services, and External Alarms from the BIU

control screen.

6.2.1 Set Up BIU

1. In the System Tree, click on the BIU to load its control screen.

2. Click READ to load the current settings, then click SET MODE to make changes.

Fields highlighted in Yellow are user configurable. Other fields show current settings or status

and are not user configurable.



3. Configure BIU Information according to these guidelines:

Field Description User Configure

BIU Information F/W Version Firmware version of BIU CPU. N MANUFACTURER Default is SOLiD N

BIU Name Name used to identify the BIU throughout the system. Maximum 20 alpha-numeric characters.

Y

Temperature Current temperature of BIU. Also shows temperature alarm status. Green = temp within range. Red = temp out of range either too high or too low.

N

HIGH / LOW TEMP LIMIT

Shows low / high temp limits. When temp goes below/above limits, the system generates an alarm. Also shows temperature alarm status. Green = temp within range. Red = temp out of range either too high / too low.

Y

DC Alarm / RESET Shows alarm status. Green = DC power within range. Red = over-current or low output voltage failure at MPSU. User can click RESET to reboot unit in case of DC alarm.

Y (RESET)

BIU Serial Number Serial number of unit. N

External Alarms User-defined names for external alarms. See page Error! Bookmark not defined..

Y

Table 6.1 – BIU Information Options



4. Configure SISO and MIMO Slot Information according to these guidelines.


SISO / MIMO Slot Information

Name Name used to identify the SISO or MIMO slot. Maximum 20 alpha-numeric characters. Y

MDBU 1 & 2 Shows the MDBU type currently installed in SISO or MIMO slots. N

ODU #1 - #4 DOU #1 - #2

Shows ODUs and DOUs that are active in the DAS. Green = Normal Operation. Red = Alarm condition. Grey = Not connected.

N

Table 6.2 – SISO and MIMO Slot Information Options

5. Click SET when you are done. Changes are saved immediately.



6.2.2 Set Up MDBU and VHF/UHF

If your DAS is supporting VHF/UHF bands, you will configure these bands from the BIU control screen.

You will configure other bands from the individual MDBU control screens. Operating parameters for all

bands are similar and explained in the following tables.

1. From the Main Menu, click COMMAND & CONTROL > Command & Control.



3. If the DAS will support VHF/UHF bands, click on the BIU to load the control screen. The

VHF+UHF setup area appears at the bottom of the BIU control screen.

To configure a band supported by an MDBU, click on the MDBU in the System Tree to load

its control screen.






5. Configure settings for each active band according to the guidelines in the next table:


These fields only pertain to bands supported by MDBUs.

F/W Version Firmware version of MDBU. N Module ID Shows the bands/services supported by the MDBU. N Temperature Current temperature of MDBU. N Serial Number Shows the MDBU serial number. N

These fields pertain to all bands including VHF/UHF.

RESET Cycles power to reboot the MDBU. For VHF/UHF, pressing RESET in the BIU Information window will reboot the BIU CPU.

Y

Name Identifies Band/Carrier for that MDBU port. Max 10 characters. Y On/Off Turns MDBU port On/Off. Active ports should be turned on; inactive

off. Y

Tx In ATT User can set attenuation level applied to input power up to 30 dB. Y Tx In Power Shows Tx input power on that port: Accuracy is ±2dB.

(Displays -100 when no input signal is detected.) N

Tx In AGC / ALC On/Off toggle for Auto Gain Control and Auto Level Control. Input AGC: The system optimizes BIU gain against each BIU input level. Automatically turns off once complete. Input ALC: System balances input power levels.

Y

TX HIGH / LOW LIMIT

User can set high / low power alarm limits. Shows input power status: Green = within high/low limits. Red = input power below / above limits.

Y

RX ATT User can set attenuation level applied to Rx gain. Y

RX POWER Rx out power on that port. Accuracy is ±2dB. (Displays -100 when no output signal is detected.)

N

RX ALC On/Off toggle for Auto Level Control. If on, limits RX output power to indicated level.

Y

RX HIGH LIMIT User can set high power alarm limit for receive path. Shows status: Green = under high limit. Red = power above limit.

Y

Table 6.3 – MDBU and VHF/UHF Setup Options

6. Configure all active ports. Click SET when you are done. Changes are saved immediately.



6.3 Configure the External Alarm Feature (Optional)

The EXPRESS DAS supports an optional external alarm feature that can support up to four alarm outputs and

three alarm inputs.

6.3.1 Set Up External Output Alarms

Four dry contacts are located at the BIU back panel that can be used to support external alarms for reporting

conditions like a module failure, high temperature condition or power failure. These alarms can be connected to

the auxiliary input of the Base station or any other dry-contact application.

1. Connect the output alarm contacts at the back of the BIU to the desired dry-contact

application.

When an alarm condition exists, the output relay terminal will operate as shown below.

External ALM# Conditions (Switch path) 1/ 2/ 3/ 4 N.C Normal status

COM - N.O Abnormal Status

Table 6.4 – External Alarm Relay Setup Screen Fields

2. In the DMS-600 interface, from the Main Menu, click COMMAND & CONTROL > Command

& Control.



4. From the System Tree, click on the BIU to load the control screen. The External ALM & AUX

window appears in the upper left of the screen.



5. Click on the External_ALM_Setting button to load the setup screen.


7. To activate an alarm, check the box next to the alarm number

(e.g. External ALM #1, External ALM #2, etc.).

For each active alarm, check the types of alarm conditions that you want reported.

You can also indicate a name for the alarm up to 10 characters. This name appears in

various reporting functions.

8. Click SET to save changes.



6.3.2 Set Up External Input Alarms

These alarms can be used to monitor up to three external interfaces such as open-door or battery-low

alarms. The default alarm level is “high” but you can change the level in the DMS setup screen.

1. Connect the input alarm contacts at the back of the BIU to the desired dry-contact

application.

For input alarm contacts, use the N.O and COM terminals as shown below.

ALM In# Condition 1/ 2/ 3 N.O Input terminal (+)

COM Ground (-) Table 6.5 – External ALM #3 Input Mode Setup

2. In the DMS-600 interface, from the Main Menu, click COMMAND & CONTROL > Command

& Control.



4. From the System Tree, click on the BIU to load the control screen. The External ALM & AUX

window appears in the upper left of the screen.



5. Click on the External_ALM_Setting button to load the setup screen.


7. To activate an alarm, check the box next to the alarm number (e.g. ALM In #1, External ALM

In #2, etc.).

For each active alarm, from the pull-down list, indicate if the alarm is Active Low or Active

High. This will depend on the connection between the BIU and external alarm device and

whether this is configured as either closed loop or open loop. In one case, the system is

operating normally when the input is in low condition. In the other case, the system is

operating normally when the input is in high condition.

You can also indicate a name for the alarm up to 10 characters. This name appears in

various reporting functions.

8. Click SET to save changes.



6.4 Configure ODU Parameters

The ODU Control screen allows you to monitor and manage settings for the ODU and the Donor Optic

Units (DOUs) in the ODU.

6.4.1 Set Up ODU / DOU




3. In the System Tree, click on the ODU you want to configure.



and are not user configurable. Ports highlighted in blue are active; inactive ports are greyed

out.



5. Configure DOU settings according to the guidelines in the next table.

DOU Fields Description User Configure

F/W Version Firmware version of DOU. N

LD Power Shows laser diode power levels being transmitted to ROU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Power is below reference power level.

N

RESET User can click RESET to reboot the DOU optic module. Y

Overload Alarm Green = normal operation. Red = Received RF power is above reference power level.

Serial Number Shows serial number of unit. N

Optic Port Fields

PD Power Shows photo diode power being received from ROU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Received power falls below reference power level.

N

Rx Optic ATT User can set attenuation level applied to receive (RX) side of the DOU. Basic ATT value is 12dB when 1dBo optical cable is connected.

Y

Table 6.6 – ODU / DOU Setup Options

6. Configure all active ports. Click SET when you are done. Changes are saved immediately.



6.5 Configure OEU Parameters

The OEU has two types of optical module: an E-Optic module for connecting the OEU to the ODU, and

up to two DOUs for connecting to ROUs. The DOUs used in the OEU are the same units used in the ODU

and have the same configuration options.

The OEU Control screen allows you to monitor and manage settings for the OEU, the E-Optic and DOUs.

6.5.1 Set Up OEU




3. In the System Tree, click on the ODU you want to configure.






5. Configure OEU parameters according to the guidelines in the next tables:


F/W Version Firmware version of the CPU in the OEU. N Manufacturer Default is SOLiD N Serial Number Shows serial number of unit. N

OEU Name Name used to identify the OEU throughout the system. Maximum 20 alpha-numeric characters.

Y

RESET User can click RESET to reboot the CPU. Y

DC Alarm Shows status of DC Power. Green = normal operation. Red = over-current or low output voltage failure at power supply.

N

Temperature Current temp of OEU. Also shows temperature alarm status. Green = temp within limits. Red = temp above/below limits.

N

High Temp / Low Temp Limit

User can set high / low temp alarm limits. Also shows temp status. Green = temperature within range. Red = temp either higher or lower than limits

Y

Link Fail Status of BIU communication. Green = normal operation; Red = link failure.

N

Table 6.7 – OEU Setup Options



7. Configure E-Optic parameters according to the guidelines in the next tables:

E-Optic Field Description

LD POWER Displays current laser diode power of E-Optic module. Green = normal operation. Red = power is below reference power current.

N

OPTIC ATT User can set attenuation for the receive (RX) side of the DOU. Basic ATT value is 10dB for OM4 modules or 24dB for OM1 modules.

Y

RESULT

Shows result after compensating for optical loss: Success: optical compensation has been successful. Over Optic Loss: optical loss generated exceeds limits: 6dBo or more for 4-port DOU (OM4); 11dBo or more for 1-port DOU (OM1). Fail: Communication between the DOU and ROU has failed.

N

PD POWER Displays current photo diode power received from ROU or OEU. Green = normal. Red = received power falls below reference power level.

N

RESET User can click RESET to restart the Photo Diode.

Tx OPTIC COMP On/Off toggle for Auto optical loss compensation function. Turn on for all active optical ports.

Y


Table 6.8 – E-Optic Setup Options



6.5.2 Setup up DOUs in the OEU

You can also configure DOUs installed in the OEU. The DOUs are identical to the units used in

the ODU, so the setup screen is the same. Each DOU has four ports. Active ports are lit in blue;

inactive are greyed out.

8. Configure DOU settings according to the guidelines in the next table:

DOU Fields Description User Configure

F/W Version Firmware version of DOU. N

LD Power Shows laser diode power levels being transmitted to ROU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Power is below reference power level.

N

RESET User can click RESET to reboot the DOU optic module. Y

Overload Alarm Green = normal operation. Red = Received RF power is above reference power level.

N


Optic Port Fields

PD Power Shows photo diode power being received from ROU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Received power falls below reference power level.

N

Rx OPTIC ATT User can set attenuation level applied to receive (RX) side of the DOU. Basic ATT value is 12dB when 1dBo optical cable is connected.

Y

Table 6.9 – OEU / DOU Setup Options

9. Click SET when you are done. Changes are saved immediately.



6.6 Configure Remote Unit (ROU) Parameters

The EXPRESS DAS system supports two types of remote units (ROUs): a low-power 1W unit (MRU) and

a high-power 20W unit (HMRU). Each remote type also supports an add-on unit for up to two additional

bands: an ARU and HARU, respectively. Setup for each type varies slightly as explained in the next

sections.

6.6.1 Set Up MRU and ARU (1W Remote Units)




3. In the System Tree, click on the 1W ROU to configure.

4. Click the MRU (Main unit), ARU (Add-on unit) or VHF+UHF add-on unit that contains the

bands you are setting up.

5. Click READ to load the current settings for those bands, then click SET MODE to make

changes.





6. Configure MRU/ARU parameters according to the guidelines in the next table:


Repeater TYPE Indicates if unit is Indoor or Outdoor unit. N F/W Version Firmware version of the remote unit CPU. N Manufacturer Default is SOLiD N Serial Number Shows serial number of remote unit.

MRU Name Name used to Identify remote unit throughout the system. Maximum 20 alpha-numeric characters. Y

LINK FAIL / RESET

Status of BIU communication. Green = normal operation. Red = link failure. User can click RESET to reboot the unit in case of link failure.

Y

TEMPERATURE Shows current temperature and status of unit. Green = temp within limits. Red = temp above/below limits.

N

HIGH / LOW TEMP LIMIT

User can set high / low temp alarm limits and view temp status. Green = temperature within range. Red = temp either higher or lower than limits

Y

Table 6.10 – MRU / ARU Setup – ROU Information



7. Configure the Optical information for the MRU according to the guidelines in the next table.

NOTE: The ARU and VHF/UHF add-on unit don’t contain an optical module, so skip this section when

setting up those units. Only the MRU contains an optical module.


LD Power Shows power level and status of laser diode in R-Optic module. Green = normal operation. Red = Power is below reference level.

N

TX OPTIC COMP User can toggle On/Off toggle Auto optic compensation function for transmit signal. Y

TX OPTIC RESULT

Shows result after running Auto optic compensation: Success: The optical compensation has been successful. Over Optic Loss: optical loss exceeds limits: 6dBo or more for 4-port optic module; 11dBo or more for 1-port optic module. Communication Fail: Communication with BIU has failed.

N

PD POWER

Shows power level and status for photo diode being received from ODU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Receive power is below reference level.

N

TX OPTIC ATT User can set attenuation level for compensating optical loss. Y

Table 6.11 – MRU / ARU Setup – Optical Information

8. Configure the transmit (TX) and receive (RX) settings for each band in the MRU/ARU

according to the guidelines in the next table.



RDU Field Description User Configure

On/Off On/Off toggle for band. Active bands should be turned on; inactive bands turned off.

Y

TX OUT ATT User can set TX output power. Range is 0 to 25dB. Y

TX OUT POWER Shows Tx output power on that port. (Displays -100 when no input signal is detected.)

N

TX OUT HIGH / LOW User can set high and low power limits used in Alarm function. Green = normal. Red = output power below / above limits.

Y

TX OUT SD On/Off toggle for Auto ShutDown feature. When On, system shuts down when power output reaches the value in this field.

Y

TX OUT ALC On/Off toggle for Auto Limit Control feature. When On, system will apply attenuation when this value is met or exceeded.

Y

TX OUT AGS On/Off toggle for Auto Gain Setting. When On, the system sets the output power to the predetermined power level automatically.

Y

Tx OUT AGS RESULT

Status of Auto Gain Setting: Success: The AGS function is activated. Not Operate OPTIC Comp: Optic Comp cannot be activated. Lack of ATT: There is no attenuation available.

N

TX HPA On/Off On/Off toggle for high power amp. The HPA should be turned on for normal operation to transmit maximum output power. It can be turned off for testing purposes.

Y

RX IN ATT User can set attenuation level applied to Rx input power. Range is 0 to 25dB.

Y

RX IN POWER Shows RX input power on that port. Accuracy is ±2dB. Displays -100 when there is no input detected.

N

RX IN ALC On/Off toggle for Auto Limit Control for input power. Y

Table 6.12 – MRU / ARU Setup – Transmit (TX) and Receive (RX) Setup Options

9. Click SET when you are done to save changes.



6.6.2 Set Up HMRU and HARU (20W Remotes)




3. In the System Tree, click on the 20W ROU (HMRU/HARU) to configure.

4. Click the Main unit (HMRU) or Add-on unit (HARU) that contains the bands you are setting up.

5. Click READ to load the current settings for those bands, then click SET MODE to make

changes.





6. Configure HMRU/HARU parameters according to the guidelines in the next table:

Field Description User

Configure Repeater TYPE Indicates unit is High Power. N F/W Version Firmware version of the HMRU CPU. N Manufacturer Default is SOLiD N Serial Number Shows serial number of MRU.

LINK FAIL / RESET

Status of BIU communication. Green = normal operation. Red = link failure. User can click RESET to reboot the unit in case of link failure.

Y

TEMPERATURE Current temperature of unit. Also shows temperature alarm status. Green = temp within limits. Red = temp above/below limits.

N

HIGH TEMP / LOW TEMP LIMIT

User can set high / low temp alarm limits. Also shows temp status. Green = temperature within range. Red = temp either higher or lower than limits

Y

DOOR Shows door status. Green = normal. Red = Door open or door switch has failed.

N

Battery Low Shows battery status. Green = normal operation. Red = battery output voltage has fallen below threshold level.

N

AC Shows status of AC power input. Green = normal operation. Red = AC power source has fallen below lower limit.

N

DC Shows DC power status. Green = normal operation. Red = power supply unit is in over-current or low voltage conditions.

N

Table 6.13 – HMRU / HARU Setup – ROU Information



7. Configure the Optical information for the HMRU according to the guidelines in the next table.

NOTE: The HARU doesn’t contain an optical module, so skip this section when setting up those units.

Only the HMRU contains an optical module.


LD Power Shows laser diode power of R-Optic module. Green = normal operation. Red = Power is below reference level.

N

TX OPTIC COMP User can toggle On/Off the Auto Optic Compensation function for the transmit (TX) signal.

Y

TX OPTIC RESULT

Shows result after running Auto Optic Comp. Success: The optical compensation has been successful. Over Optic Loss: optical loss exceeds limits: 6dBo or more for 4-port optic module; 11dBo or more for 1-port optic module. Communication Fail: Communication with BIU has failed.

N

Serial Number Shows serial number of optic module. N

PD POWER Shows photo diode power being received from ODU or OEU. Green = normal operation. Red = Receive power is below reference level.

N

TX OPTIC ATT User can set attenuation level for compensating optical loss. Y

RESET User can click RESET to restart module.

Table 6.14 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Optical Information



8. Configure the transmit (TX) and receive (RX) settings for each band in the HMRU/HARU.


RDU SWITCH ON/OFF User can toggle band On/Off. Active bands should be turned on; inactive bands turned off. Y

TX ATT User can set TX output power. Range is 0 to 25dB. Y

TX POWER Shows Tx output power on that port. (Displays -100 when no input signal is detected.) N

TX HIGH / LOW LIMIT User can set high and low power limits used in Alarm function. Green = normal. Red = output power below / above limits. Y

TX SD User can toggle On/Off Auto ShutDown feature. When On, system shuts down when power output reaches high limit. Y

TX ALC User can toggle On/Off Auto Limit Control feature. When On, system will apply attenuation when this value is met or exceeded. Y

TX AGS User can toggle On/Off Auto Gain Setting. When On, the system sets the output power to the level indicated. Y

Tx AGS RESULT

Status of Auto Gain Setting. Success: The AGS function is activated. Not Operate OPTIC Comp: Optic Comp cannot be activated. Lack of ATT: There is no attenuation available.

N

TX HPA On/Off On/Off toggle for high power amp. The HPA should be turned on for normal operation to transmit maximum output power. It can be turned off for testing purposes.

Y

RX ATT User can set attenuation level applied to Rx input power. Range is 0 to 25dB. Y

RX POWER Shows RX input power on that port. Accuracy is ±2dB. Displays -100 when there is no input detected. N

RX ALC User can toggle On/Off Auto Limit Control for input power. When On, the system limits the input power to the level indicated. Y


MODULE RESET User can click RESET to cycle power and restart the unit. Y

Table 6.15 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Transmit (TX) and Receive Path (RX) Setup Options



9. Configure the amplifier for the band according to the guidelines in the next table.


Over Power Shows status of Over Power alarm. Green = normal operation. Red = Output power level of the power amplifier has exceeded threshold.

N

VSWR Shows status of VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio). Green = normal operation. Red = VSWR level has exceeded the pre-determined threshold.

N

High Temp

AMP Fail

Shows amplifier status. Green = normal operation. Red = Power amplifier loop has failed or unexpected low power detected.

N

TX AMP On/Off User can toggle on/off transmit amplifier. The amplifer should be turned on for normal operation to transmit maximum output power. It can be turned off while checking or testing the system.

Y

AMP RESET User can click RESET to cycle power to restart the unit. Y

FAN Shows Fan status. Green = normal operation. Red = fan is not functioning.

N

FAN On/Off User can toggle on/off fan unit. Y

FAN Auto Enable User can toggle on/off auto fan feature. When On, fan turns on when unit temp exceeds predetermined temperature limit.

Y

Table 6.16 – HMRU / HARU Setup – Amp and Fan Information

10. Click SET when you are done to save changes.



7 DAS Firmware Updates To update DAS components (BIU, MDBU, OEU, ROU, VHF+UHF, HROU) with the latest firmware

versions, you will first need to upload the firmware files to the DMS server, then download the firmware to

the component.

DMS-600 supports two download modes: Multi-download for updating multiple components and Single-

download for updating one component at a time.

The latest firmware files are available from SOLiD support.

7.1 Upload Firmware Files to the DMS Server

After obtaining firmware updates from SOLiD support, load these files in a dedicated folder on your

management PC before beginning this process.

1. From the Main Menu, click COMMAND & CONTROL > Firmware Download.

The Firmware Download window lists firmware files loaded on the DMS server. Only firmware

files on the list can be applied to the DAS components.

2. To upload firmware files to the DMS server, click Add.



3. In the Firmware Download dialog box, select the component type

(BIU, MDBU, OEU, ROU, VHF+UHF, HROU) from the DAS Type drop-down list.

Click Choose File.

4. From your computer’s directory system, go to the folder containing the firmware files and

select the file you want to upload. You can only upload one file at a time. The filename

extension typically matches the DAS component type. For example, firmware files for the BIU

will have the format *.BIU.

5. Once you’ve selected the file, click Apply to upload the file to the DMS server.



7.2 Download Firmware Updates to DAS Components

1. From the file list in the Firmware Download window, select the firmware file you wish to

download by clicking on the DAS Type, F/W Version or Upload Time fields associated with

the file.

You can filter the list using the Search feature. The Search pull-down menu offers two options:

DAS Type and Contents. For example, to find all files associated with the BIU, select DAS

Type from the pull-down menu, type BIU in the Search box, and click Search.

To search for a keyword in the file name, use the Contents option.

If you are planning on downloading multiple updates (MULTI Download), click on any of the

files you want to apply.

2. If the DMS is supporting multiple BIUs, choose the BIU from the pull-down list that contains

the components you want to update, then press Select.



The System Tree shows DAS components that are currently online. Only devices that appear

in the System Tree are available for firmware updates.

3. From the System Tree, select the download mode: MULTI Download or SINGLE Download.

a. For MULTI mode, click on the MULTI Download check box, then click one of the system

units in the System Tree that will be updated, then click START.

b. For SINGLE mode, click on the device you are updating from the System Tree, then click

START.

When the selected device matches an available firmware file, OK will appear in the Board

field and the firmware download will proceed.

The message Download Success is displayed when the firmware updates are successfully

applied.

NOTE: Functions from the Command & Control and EasySET menus are restricted during firmware

downloading.



8 Event Logs and Inventory Reports The DMS-600 keeps a log of all system events and alerts reported from the BIU. You can view, print or

download an Excel spreadsheet of these logs. The DMS can also generate a snapshot of the system

inventory, showing which components are installed and active in the DAS.

8.1 View System Logs

The System Log shows the event type, event time (received timestamps), and event description.

1. From the Main Menu, click History > System Log.

2. In the SYSTEM Type pull-down menu, click the type of system event you would like to

generate a list for according to the following guidelines.



Event Type Description

All All records listed in descending order from the most recent date

DMS Start DMS startups and reboots

Control Changes to parameter values from the Command & Control menu.

Download Complete Firmware changes by device type

Runtime Error DMS status alarms. A runtime error will turn the DMS Status indicator to red. SOLiD recommends rebooting the DMS server following a runtime error.

Log in / Log Out User login or logout

Add / Edit / Delete User Any changes to user information

Clear Log Log deleted by user

Table 8.1 – System Log Types

3. Enter a date range, then click Search. You can also search on a Keyword.

4. After viewing the Event Log, you can add a note with further detail, print a copy or download

an Excel spreadsheet for your records.



8.2 View Event Logs

The DMS-600 stores all events reported from the BIU. The Event Log shows event type, the time of the

event (Time Received and Cleared timestamps), the BIU ID, and the impacted components.

1. From the Main Menu, click History > Event Log.

2. In the BIU pull-down menu, click the active BIU that you want to view an Event Log for or

choose All BIUs.

3. From the Devices pull-down menu, click a device or choose All.

4. From the Event Level pull-down menu, click the Event severity type or choose All.

5. Enter a date range.

6. Click Search to display the log according to the search criteria you’ve indicated.

7. After viewing the Event Log, you can add a note with further detail, print a copy or download

an Excel spreadsheet for your records.



8.3 View an Inventory of DAS Devices

The DMS can provide detailed operating information for all active devices currently installed in the DAS.

1. From the Main Menu, click INVENTORY.

2. Select the BIU from the BIU Select pull-down list for which you are generating an inventory.

NOTE: Although the pull-down list will display all BIUs in the DAS, you can only generate an inventory for

those BIUs that have been designated as in “Use.” See page 18.

After selecting the BIU, the system will produce an inventory list for each device associated with that BIU.

3. After viewing the Inventory, you can add a note with further detail for any device, print a copy

or download an Excel spreadsheet for your records.



9 Appendix – Glossary of Terms The following terms, acronyms and abbreviations appear in this manual:

AGS: Automatic Gain Control

ALC: Automatic Level Control

ARU: Add on Remote Unit

BTS: Base Transceiver Station

BIU: BTS Interface Unit

DAS: Distributed Antenna System

DMS: DAS Management System

DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DOU: Donor Optic Unit

GUI: Graphic User Interface

GPS: Global Positioning System

HROU: High Power (20W) Remote Optic Unit

HMRU: High Power Main Remote Unit

HARU: High Power Add on Remote Unit

LD: Laser Diode

MDBU: Main Drive BTS Unit

NOC: Network Operations Center

OEU: Optic Expansion Unit

PD: Photo Diode

ROU: Remote Optic Unit

SD: Shutdown

SNMP: Simple Network Management Protocol

TX Optic Comp: Transmitter Optical Compensation

VSWR: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

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