Spectra LTE-U Outdoor FDD u4G-UE1000

User Manual

October 2018

Version 1.4

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About This Document This document is intended for installers and users of the Baicells Spectra Long-Term Evolution – Unlicensed (LTE-U) outdoor u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE). The information covers how to install, set up, and use the outdoor LTE-U UE for broadband wireless access to LTE backhaul networks based on Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD) technology.

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Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change at any time without notice. For more information, please consult with a Baicells technical engineer or the support team. Refer to the “Contact Us” section below.

Revision Record Date Version Description SMEs/Contributors Writer/Editor 26-Oct-2018 V1.4

V1.3 Updated config info Sun Yufei

Cameron Kilton Sharon Redfoot

4-Oct-2018 V1.2 Update from China v1.1 Quick Start Guide

Sun Yufei Sharon Redfoot

12-Sep-2018 V1.1 Draft Sun Yufei Boun Senekham Jie Lewis

Sharon Redfoot

Contact Us Baicells Technologies Co., Ltd.

China North America

Address: 3F, Bldg. A, No. 1 Kai Tuo Rd, Haidian Dist, Beijing, China

Address: 555 Republic Dr., #200, Plano, TX 75074, USA

Phone: +86-10-62607100 Phone: +1-888-502-5585

E-mail: contact@Baicells.com Email: sales_na@Baicells.com or support_na@Baicells.com

Website: www.Baicells.com Website: https://na.Baicells.com

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Table of Contents 1. Introduction .................................................................................................... 4

2. Out-of-Box Audit ............................................................................................ 5

3. Description ..................................................................................................... 6

4. Installation Procedures .................................................................................. 9

5. Basic Configuration ...................................................................................... 10

Appendix A: Technical Specifications ....................................................................... 19

Appendix B: CE Statement ....................................................................................... 21

Appendix C: FAQs .................................................................................................... 22

List of Figures Figure 1-1: Deployment Example ............................................................................................... 4 Figure 3-1: LTE-U u4G-UE1000 ................................................................................................... 7 Figure 3-2: LEDs and Interfaces .................................................................................................. 7 Figure 4-1: Installation ............................................................................................................... 9 Figure 4-2: SIM Card, Ethernet WAN Cable, & Ground Cable .................................................. 10 Figure 5-1: Login ....................................................................................................................... 10 Figure 5-2: Change Password ................................................................................................... 11 Figure 5-3: Status ..................................................................................................................... 11 Figure 5-4: Scan Method .......................................................................................................... 12 Figure 5-5: Frequency Lock ...................................................................................................... 12 Figure 5-6: PCI Lock .................................................................................................................. 13 Figure 5-7: TR069 ..................................................................................................................... 13

List of Tables Table 2-1: Parts ........................................................................................................................... 5 Table 3-1: LEDs ........................................................................................................................... 7 Table 3-2: Interfaces & Buttons .................................................................................................. 8

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1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

A Baicells broadband wireless access system allows telecom operators, service providers, and enterprises to bring broadband internet services to customers or employees, even in challenging environments such as rural and remote locations, and areas with highly dense populations. The Baicells Spectra Long-Term Evolution – Unlicensed (LTE-U) outdoor u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE) is part of the Baicells broadband wireless access system that integrates with LTE carrier networks based on Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD) technology and using unlicensed frequencies.

The hardened outdoor LTE-U UE enables multiple users with wireless and wired smart LTE devices such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, and printers to access the UE simultaneously over the unlicensed 5.8 GHz band. It communicates with the service provider’s LTE-U eNodeB’s (eNB) at cell sites located in the area, and the eNBs communicate with the LTE carrier network. Figure 1-1 illustrates a deployment scenario where outdoor LTE-U UEs are transmitting surveillance video from multiple cameras to an internet destination via an LTE-U eNB.

The u4G-UE1000 provides higher capacity and better coverage, and is easy to deploy with a user-friendly, plug-and-play design and simple local and remote Web GUI management. Because it is standards-based, the UE is built to adapt newer LTE technologies as they evolve.

Figure 1-1: Deployment Example

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Note: The terms user equipment (UE) and customer premise equipment (CPE) are used interchangeably in the GUIs and documentation. Likewise, the terms eNodeB (eNB) and base station are used interchangeably.

1.2 Features

Following is a list of the key features of the Baicells Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000.

NOTE: Exact specifications may vary by model. Please refer to the technical specifications in Appendix A for details.

• Supports LTE FDD self-defined - DL 5725-5825 MHz, UL 5150-5250 MHz

• Complies with 3GPP Release 9 CAT4 standards

• 1000 Mbps Ethernet interface

• Built-in directional high-gain LTE antenna

• Simple local and remote Web GUI management

• TR069 network management protocol

• Cell lock, SIM lock, and Pin lock

• User-friendly LED indicators

• Power supply options including 802.3at/af standard PoE

• Pole or wall mount

2. Out-of-Box Audit Refer to Table 2-1 for a list of the components that you should receive with the Baicells Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE).

Table 2-1: Parts

Item Qty Picture

Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000 unit

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6

Power Cable 1

PoE Power Adaptor 1

Atom OD04/06-19.5 Mounting Bracket

1 each

Screws & Nuts 1

RJ-45 Ethernet Cable 1 -

3. Description The Baicells Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE) is a powerful, outdoor, standards-based device designed to connect seamlessly to any Long-Term Evolution - Unlicensed (LTE-U) eNodeB (eNB) operating on the same unlicensed 5.8 GHz frequency. The UE has a small, sleek form factor (Figure 3-1), yet is hardened for the most challenging outdoor environments. Refer to Appendix A for the technical specifications.

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Figure 3-1: LTE-U u4G-UE1000

On the side of the unit are LED indicators (Figure 3-2). Refer to Table 3-1 for a description of each LED. Various interfaces are beneath the cover near the bottom of the unit (Figure 3-2). The interfaces are described in Table 3-2.

Figure 3-2: LEDs and Interfaces

Table 3-1: LEDs

Identity Description Color Status Description

MIU - Green Off Reserved for future use Steady On Reserved for future use Blinking Reserved for future use

LTE LTE network status indicator

Yellow Off

The unit is not connected to the LTE network

Steady On The unit is connected to the LTE network SIM Universal Green Steady On The USIM card is functioning normally

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Identity Description Color Status Description Subscriber Identification Module (USIM) card status indicator

Blinking The USIM card is not inserted or is not functioning normally

LAN

1000 Mbps Local Area Network Ethernet indicator

Yellow

Off No Ethernet connection established

Steady On Ethernet connection is normal

Blinking Data is transmitting

PWR Power indicator Green Off No power supply to the unit Steady On Power to the unit is on

LTE Signal Strength

1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 bars to indicate LTE network connection status and signal strength. The more bars, the stronger the signal between the UE and a network cell.

Green

All Off The signal is too weak for the unit to connect to the LTE network.

Steady On Bars will light steadily according to signal strength

Blinking

The unit is scanning the LTE network The unit is authenticating with the network

The unit is getting an IP address from the LTE network

Table 3-2: Interfaces

Interfaces Description WAN Connection to the PoE power adaptor; supports PoE+ (802.3at) SD Secure digital (SD) card slot SIM Universal Subscriber Identity Module card slot, 1.8V/3.0V USIM 2FF RST Reset button - Press for at least 10 seconds to restore the UE to its factory

settings GND Ground lug - Connect to Earth by conductor. The ground wire size should be

greater than 15AWG.

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4. Installation Procedures This installation procedure describes how to install the Baicells Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE) on a pole. Follow the steps below, referring to Figure 4-1 to complete the installation.

1. Install the mounting bracket on the pole using the screws and nuts provided.

2. Place the UE unit on the mounting bracket.

3. Turn the screws to secure the unit and adjust the tilt.

4. Loosen the screws on the waterproof cover, and open the cover.

a. Follow the instructions on the Baicells SIM card to insert it into the SIM slot (Figure 4-2).

Attention: Do not power on the unit while installing or uninstalling the USIM card. Doing so could damage the card and the unit.

b. Connect the Ethernet WAN cable to the unit (Figure 4-2). On the other end, connect the power adaptor to the power interface.

c. Connect the ground (GND) cable to the GND screw and to Earth (Figure 4-2). The ground wire size should be greater than 15AWG.

5. Close the UE’s waterproof cover, and tighten the screws.

6. Power on the unit, and check the LED indicators per Table 3-1. If the status is as expected, proceed to the configuration steps in section 5.

Figure 4-1: Installation

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Figure 4-2: SIM Card, Ethernet WAN Cable, & Ground Cable

5. Basic Configuration To configure the Baicells Spectra LTE-U u4G-UE1000 user equipment (UE), you will access the local or Web-based GUI application that comes installed on the unit. Follow the steps below to log in and complete the minimal configuration requirements for the UE to operate. For more detailed configuration information covering all of the GUI fields, refer to the Baicells Configuration and Network Administration Guide .

5.1 Log in and Change the Password

Follow the steps below to access and log in to the UE GUI application.

1. Open a Web browser, type in the URL http://192.168.150.1 (Gen 2 UEs), and then press Enter.

2. At the login window (Figure 5-1), enter the default user name (admin) and password (admin), and select LOGIN.

Figure 5-1: Login

3. After you log in, the main menu is shown in the left navigation pane. To protect your UE from unauthorized access, go to System > admin to configure a new password (Figure 5-2). The password may be 5 to 8 ASCII characters (letters, numbers, and special characters). Baicells recommends using a mix of upper and lower case letters plus numbers. Click on SAVE & APPLY.

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Figure 5-2: Change Password

5.2 Check Status

Go to the Status > Overview window to view device status, such as connection status, signal quality, number of devices connected, product name, software version, and other information (Figure 5-3). Each of these fields is described in the Baicells Configuration and Network Administration Guide. You may need to adjust the UE direction, height, or tilt to get the best signal from an LTE eNodeB cell.

Also, check the USIM Status field to ensure it says available. If it shows a different status, try disengaging the SIM card and re-inserting it in the UE.

Figure 5-3: Status

5.3 Scan Method

The Scan Method setting determines which frequencies the UE’s routine scan of available frequencies will cover. Scanning is a process of tuning to a specific frequency and measuring the simplest signal quality [e.g., Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI)].

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As part of the cell selection and reselection process, the UE performs the scan first and then selects a small number of candidate cells to go through the next step of measuring and evaluating signals to select the best eNB to serve it.

Go to Network > Scan Method, and select either FullBand, PCI Lock, or Band/Frequency Preferred, as shown in Figure 5-4. The options are explained beneath the figure. For the Spectra LTE-U, we recommend using PCI Lock to help reduce interference and noise in the unlicensed spectrum. It also helps the UE to connect more quickly to the eNodeB. Click on SAVE & APPLY to save the configuration.

Figure 5-4: Scan Method

• FullBand – The UE will routinely scan all channels in the band, which can make the time it takes to connect longer than the other modes. The band is dependent on the model of UE being used. Click on Submit after selecting this option.

• Frequency Lock – You can specify which band(s) the UE will scan. Select Frequency Lock, and click on Add List. This will open a new window where you can input the band number and the preferred E-UTRA Absolutely Radio Frequency Channel number (EARFCN) (Figure 5-5). Click on Add to add the list. You can add more than one list.

• PCI Lock – Allows you to select the specific E-UTRA Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number (EARFCN) and Physical Cell Identifier (PCI). Click on Add List to enter the settings (Figure 5-6). After entering the information, click on Add. You can add more than one PCI Lock list. The UE will scan the list for eNBs with the PCI and EARFCN combination.

Figure 5-5: Frequency Lock

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Figure 5-6: PCI Lock

5.4 OMC Management

Log in to the Baicells Operations Management Console (OMC), and go to System > TR-069 (Figure 5-7) to set up TR069 so you can manage the UE remotely. Refer to the Baicells Configuration and Network Administration Guide for a description of each field.

Figure 5-7: TR069

5.5 Network Mode

1. Choose Network > Network Mode. Choose either Network Address Translation (NAT), Router, or Bridge mode (Figure 5-3) according to your LTE network setup.

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Figure 5-3: Network Mode

2. Click on Submit to save your selection.

5.6 LTE Connection

1. Choose Network > LTE Settings to choose the LTE connection setting for this UE as either Auto connect or Manual connect (Figure 5-4) to the LTE network. If you choose Auto connect, click on Submit to save your selection. If you choose Manual connect, go to step 2.

Figure 5-4: LTE Settings

2. To manually connect the UE to the LTE network, choose Manual connect and click on PLMN for Public Land Mobile Network to scan all available networks and to select a specific LTE network to connect to. Select Connect to connect the network. Use the Disconnect button to disconnect from the selected network.

5.7 APN Management

Under Network > APN Management, you will configure up to 4 eNBs with which this UE may connect. APN is an acronym for Access Point Name. An access point, in this case, is another term for an eNB (base station). Refer to Figure 5-8 and Table 5-1 concerning the parameters. Click on Submit to save your data.

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Figure 5-8: APN Management Settings

Table 5-1: APN Management Settings

Field Name Description

APN Selection

APN Number Select the APN number – 1, 2, 3, or 4

APN Settings

Enable Select the check box next to Enable to enable this APN

Name Required field: Enter a name for this APN

APN Name Enter the name of this APN, as defined in the eNB/base station configuration

Authentication Type Select the type of authentication required for this eNB/base station:

• None – the eNB/base station is not required to authenticate itself to the UE/CPE

• PAP – stands for Password Authentication Protocol, where the eNB/base station will authenticate itself to the UE/CPE using a static user name and password

• CHAP – stands for Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol, where the base station will authenticate itself to the UE/CPE through an authenticating entity

PDN Type Select the type of Packet Data Network (PDN) the eNB/base station can use when communicating with this UE/CPE: IPv4, IPv6, or IPv4v6

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MTU Required field: Enter the Maximum Transmit Unit (MTU), which is the size of the largest network layer protocol data unit (PDU) that the eNB/base station can communicate in a single transaction. The range is 576 to 1500 bytes.

Manage Interface To enable a management interface to this eNB/base station, select the check box next to Enable.

Default Gateway To enable a default gateway to this eNB/base station, select the check box next to Enable.

5.8 WEB Setting

The WEB Setting provides the ability to monitor and manage the UE over the internet using a web management application. This is especially helpful when troubleshooting issues remotely, e.g., a user calls in for technical assistance. To configure, refer to Figure 3-51 and Table 3-16. After entering the information, click on SAVE & APPLY to activate the settings.

Figure 3-51: WEB Setting

Table 3-16: WEB Setting

Field Name Description

HTTP Select the check box next to Enable to log in to an HTTP Web address

HTTPPort Enter the HTTP port number to be used. Range is 80 to 65,535. Default is port 80.

HTTPS Select the check box next to Enable to log in to an HTTPS Web address

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Redirect HTTPS Select the check box to allow HTTP addresses to be redirected to more secure HTTPS addresses

Allow HTTPs Login From WAN

Select the check box next to Enable to log in to an HTTPs Web address from the WAN

HTTPSPort Enter the HTTPS port number to be used. Range is 80 to 65,535. Default is port 80.

5.9 SNMP

As of BaiCE_AP_2.1.4_NA release, you can enable SNMP on individual UEs to allow the Network Management Service (NMS) to collect event logs, alarm logs, and other data. See Figure 3-53.

After clicking on the check box next to SNMP, complete the fields to configure this capability. Refer to Table 3-18 for a description of each field.

Figure 3-53: SNMP

Table 3-18: SNMP

Field Name Description

SNMP Enable Simple Network Management Protocol by clicking the check box. To disable, uncheck the check box.

NMS Address NMS server IP address

NMS Port NMS server port number

Listening Port Peer port number for the UE to listen to packets from the NMS

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Trap Community Public or private - identifier to distinguish read/write permissions for data from the CPE to the NMS

Version Select the SNMP version level you wish to implement - V1&V2c (for SNMPv1+SNMPv2c) or V3 (for SNMPv3)

Read Community Public or private. Read-only community name.

RW Community Public or private. Read/Write community name.

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Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Basic Specifications

LTE Standard 3GPP Release 9, CAT4

USIM Slot 1.8V/3.0V USIM 2FF

Ethernet Port 1 RJ-45, LAN, 10/100/1000 auto-sensing, auto-MDX, PoE at/af

LED Indicators MIU, LTE, SIM, LAN, PWR, LTE Signal

Reset Button Tactile button. Press for at least 10 seconds to reset the UE to its factory settings.

Power Supply Universal 100-240V AC or 802.3at/af Standard PoE at/af

Dimensions (HxWxD) 8 x 6 x 2.8 inches

205 x 155 x 70 millimeters

Weight 3.3 lbs (1500 g)

RF Specifications

LTE Mode FDD

Channel Bandwidth 5/10/15/20 MHz

Max Output Power 23 ± 2 dBm / TX antenna

Frequency Bands LTE FDD self-defined - DL 5725-5825 MHz, UL 5150-5250 MHz

TXRX 1T2R

Peak Rate @ 20 MHz FDD: DL 150 Mbps, UL 75 Mbps

Modulation UL: QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

DL: QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

Receive Sensitivity -93 dBm @ QPSK, 20 MHz, 25°C

Antenna Type Internal directional

Polarization ±45°

Antenna Efficiency >75%

Isolation ≤ -15 dB

VSWR ≤ 2

Horizontal Beamwidth (3 dB) 33±3°@5150-5925MHz, 2 ports

Vertical Beamwidth (3 dB) 22±3°@5150-5925MHz, 2 ports

Antenna Gain 14±1 dBi@5150-5925MHz, 2 ports

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Software Specifications

Network Mode NAT / Router / Bridge

IP Protocol IPv4 / IPv6

SIM Management PIN management, SIM lock

Network Connection Management Auto / Manual

LTE Scan Mode Full band scan, frequency lock, PCI lock

VPN L2TP L2/L3

NAT Port forwarding, port trigger, DMZ, ALG

Firewall IP / MAC / URL filter; access control;

block port scanner/SYN flood; SPI filter

Network Mgmt TR069

Diagnostics TCP dump, ping, traceroute

Statistics LTE status/connection time/system up time; device status; DHCP client

list; LTE & firewall status

Maintenance Data and time setting; reboot; restore factory settings; restore/back up

configuration file; firmware upgrade locally or OTA

System Logs Operating; run-time; filter/select/display/export

Antenna Select N/A

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature -40°F to 131°F / -40°C to 55°C

Storage Temperature -40°F to 158°F / -40°C to 70°C

Humidity 5%~95%

IP Rating IP65

Global Part Number

u4G-UE1000 u4G-UE1000 (LTE CPE ODU, Self-defined FDD, CAT4, 1T2R, 1GE, PoE at/af, IP65)

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Appendix B: CE Statement

Baicells Technologies Co., Ltd. hereby declares that this LTE and Wi-Fi Wireless Terminal is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

1. The plug is considered a disconnect device of the adaptor.

2. The device complies with RF specifications when the device is used at 16 inches (40 cm) from your body.

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Appendix C: FAQs

If you have questions, please check the list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the Baicells support website or the Facebook support forum.

• Baicells support website - https://na.Baicells.com/support/

• Baicells support forum on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Baicellsoperatorsupportgroup/