ALCOMA Microwave AL17F Manual

Microwave Data Link
AL17F
Installation and Operation Manual
Document Version: 1.0

Publication Date: 10. 6. 11
Last Modification: 11. 7. 11
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CONTENTS
1.
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................3
1.1
1.2
2.
BEFORE PUTTING THE LINK INTO OPERATION.............................................................................................27

CONNECTION OF SDIDU TO POWER AND PC .........................................................................................................27
POINTING OF MICROWAVE LINK .........................................................................................................................29
CONTROL CALCUALTION ...................................................................................................................................34
CHANGE OF POLARIZATION ...............................................................................................................................35
MEASUREMENT LOOPS ....................................................................................................................................35
SAFETY CHECK ...............................................................................................................................................36
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................36
ENDING OF OPERATION ECOLOGICAL LIQUIDATION ...............................................................................................38
LINK PARAMETERS............................................................................................................................................39
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
8.
PLACEMENT OF ODU ON SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION .............................................................................10

LINK CROSS POLARIZATION........................................................................................................................12
LOCAL LINK COORDINATION ......................................................................................................................13
INSTALLATION OF THE ANTENNA RADIATOR ELEMENT ON ODU .................................................................................14
INSTALLATION OF THE ANTENNA SYSTEM .............................................................................................................15
RADIO LINK INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................16
INSTALLATION OF INDOOR UNIT................................................................................................................18
INSTALLATION OF CONNECTING CABLE........................................................................................................18
ODU, SDIDU AND CONNECTION CABLE GROUNDING ..................................................................................19
MANIPULATION WITH THE USER SPACE COVER......................................................................................................22
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................................23
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................................................36

6.1
6.2
6.3
7.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................................................9
PUTTING LINK INTO OPERATION.......................................................................................................................27

5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
6.
DESCRIPTION OF OUTDOOR UNIT ODU......................................................................................................6

DESCRIPTION OF INDOOR UNIT IDU...........................................................................................................8
ANTENNAS..................................................................................................................................................8
TERMINAL INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................9

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
5.
BASIC INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................5

LINK CONCEPT.............................................................................................................................................5
OUTPUT REGULATION .................................................................................................................................5
LINK DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................................................................6

3.1
3.2
3.3
4.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS .............................................................................................3

WARNINGS AND WARNING LABELS..............................................................................................................3
LINK AL17F..........................................................................................................................................................5
2.1
2.2
2.3
3.
page
MODULATION, THRESHOLD SENSITIVITY AND TRANSMISSION CAPACITY OF THE LINK .........................................................39
..........................................................................................40
ODU AND SDIDU TECHNICAL PARAMETERS OF THE AL17F LINK ...............................................................................42
ANTENNA TECHNICAL PARAMETERS .....................................................................................................................43
CLIMATIC STABILITY.........................................................................................................................................44
EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS.................................................................................................................................45
DIVISION OF FREQUENCY BAND AND FREQUENCY TABLES
ATTACHMENTS .................................................................................................................................................48
8.1
8.2
8.3
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................48

LIST OF FIGURES.............................................................................................................................................49
LIST OF TABLES ..............................................................................................................................................49
AL17F Microwave Data Link
1.
INTRODUCTION
1.1 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS

The radio relay link AL17F as a whole or as parts is not intended to be used by untrained personnel.
Installation, adjustments and maintenance must be performed only by a person with electrotechnical
qualifications trained by the manufacturer.
The link AL17F is an information technology device, to which the EN 50 116 Routine electrical safety
testing in production standard applies. If the power supply is a part of delivered merchandise, a copy of its
testing protocol can be ordered from the manufacturer.
Please read this operation manual carefully before installation and operation of the duplex microwave
link for data transmission ALCOMA AL17F. Please pay increased attention to the safety instructions that are
marked like this in the text:
The data duplex microwave links ALCOMA AL17F for the free band of 17.1 to 17.3 GHz complement the
existing ALCOMA radio relay links already manufactured for the bands 6, 7, 11, 13, 15, 18, 23, 24, 26 and
38 GHz.
Please check whether it is legal to operate link in 17.1 to 17.3 GHz frequency range in your country
before ordering and putting link to operation.
1.2 WARNINGS AND WARNING LABELS

The radio relay link AL17F as a whole or its parts is not intended to be used by untrained personnel. The
equipment must be operated by trained personnel. Installation, adjusting and maintenance must be performed
by a manufacturer instructed personnel with electrotechnical qualifications.
Please read this operation manual carefully before installation and operation of the duplex microwave
link for data transmission ALCOMA AL17F. Please pay increased attention to safety instructions that are marked
like this in the text:
WARNING
Violating of thus marked safety instructions can cause serious injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Violating of thus marked instructions can cause damage to the equipment.
PLEASE READE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING
Danger of microwave radiation.
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The radio equipment described in this manual uses a microwave transmitter. Do not allow people
access near the antenna during transmitter operation. The antenna must be professionally installed to a fixed
outside support in such way that the transmitted signal does not affect other radio equipment and people are
prevented from free (including accidental) access to front of the antenna.
Being in front of the antenna while the transmitter is in operation is dangerous. Do not come in front of
the antenna unless you are sure that the transmitter is off. Do not look into the waveguide while the
transmitter is on.
WARNING
It is necessary that the operator of this radio equipment complies with valid safety regulations
concerning microwave radiation.
The appropriate safety signs must be displayed near the radio equipment and by access roads to
it.
WARNING
Protection against lightning.
The antenna supporting pipe and ODU (Outdoor Unit) must be properly connected and grounded with
regard to discharges of atmospheric energy. Also the connection cable between ODU SDIDU (Software
Defined Indoor Unit) must be properly grounded. More information is in Chapter 4.10 of this document.
CAUTION
The indoor unit ALxxF SDIDU is covered by a separate manual. Do not connect this unit to the
supply voltage before reading this documentation.
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LINK AL17F
2.
2.1 BASIC INFORMATION
The ALCOMA AL17F link is designed for unattended operation
Full duplex operation
Unpaid frequency band 17 GHz
Point to Point type link
Cross polarization (vertical and horizontal polarizations at the same time)
Digital modulations QPSK, 16 QAM, 32 QAM, 64 QAM, 128 and 256 QAM
Transmission data capacity from 9 Mbps to 360 Mbps
Channel widths 7 MHz, 14 MHz, 28 MHz and 56 MHz
Forward error correction FEC and adaptive equalizer
Used interfaces: 100Base-TX Ethernet, 1000Base-T Ethernet and interfaces for STM-1, SFP and E1
The link can be optionally equipped by combination of user data interfaces (see table 5 at the page 40)
Higher spectral efficiency (approx. 6 bits/Hz) due to advanced modulation (up to 256 QAM)
The link consists of Outdoor Unit (ODU), Software Defined Indoor Unit (SDIDU) and cables
Link is supervised by the ASD Client program through a web interface, telnet, or SNMP protocol
The ASD Client supervision program is used with all ALCOMA links
Link parameters are set through a control PC connected to SDIDU (transferred data capacity, frequency
channel )
It is possible to insert several relay stations in the signal route if necessary due to route character
2.2 LINK CONCEPT

The ALCOMA AL17F is a microwave radio relay link whose terminals consist of indoor and outdoor units
with an antenna.
The indoor unit contains a modem, data interfaces (Ethernet, PDH a SDH) and monitoring and control
circuits. The outdoor unit contains microwave circuits only. The connection ODU SDIDU is done by one
connection coaxial cable that transmits intermediate frequency signals, monitoring signals and ODU power
supply.
2.3 OUTPUT REGULATION

The transmitted output is set at the manufacturer to 20 dBm EIRP. These conditions are based on the
EIRP peak output. Please check the local limits and regulation and set the output power properly before putting
the link to operation.
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3.
LINK DESCRIPTION
The technical parameters of the AL17F link are shown in Chapter 7, page 39.
3.1 DESCRIPTION OF OUTDOOR UNIT ODU

The outdoor unit provides transmission and receiving of digitally modulated signal in the 17 GHz
microwave band. The received signal is mixed in the outdoor unit to an intermediate frequency signal that is
further processed by the indoor unit. The duplex operation is done by a frequency separation between
transmitted and received signals. At the same time the transmitted and received signals differ in polarity.
Connector BNC
Tension RSSI
Connector N
SDIDU connection
Bolt M8
Grounding ODU
Figure 1 ODU Connection locations
The outdoor unit is either for the upper (A) or lower (B) half of the frequency band.
The OCU board contains a Reset button, which can be used in exceptional circumstances for restart of
the internal ODU microprocessor. Restart is automatic after switching on the ODU.
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Indications LED
Figure 2 The ODU user space

Switch on the OCU board
Segment
1, 2, 3
4, 5, 6, 7,
8
Position Description
Production plant setting
Table 1 Switch function on the OCU board
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PWR Status
Status
ERR SW
ERR HW
TX Fault
RX Low
Telem. Fault
Mute TX
Indications on the OCU board
Reset
Figure 3 Description of indications on OCU board
3.2 DESCRIPTION OF INDOOR UNIT IDU

The indoor unit ALxxF SDIDU is covered by a separate manual.
3.3 ANTENNAS
Standardly delivered antennas for the AL17F link are the parabolic antennas AL1-17/ME, AL2-17/ME,
AL3-17/MP, AL4-17/MP. The antennas are designed for a compact connection with the ODU. They can be used
for horizontal and vertical polarization and for right hand or left hand installation without modifications (in case
of right hand installation the antenna is on the right hand side of the support pipe when looking into the
antenna and vice versa). All antennas are standardly equipped by protection against icing (OPN). The station
can be operated only with these antennas, or with antennas selected and approved by the manufacturer.
Regularly produced stations are right hand ones. Left hand versions can be supplied if requested by
a customer.
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4.
TERMINAL INSTALLATION
4.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
Do not operate the units without antennas, attenuators, or loads connected to the antenna port.
The transmitter could be destroyed by extensive reflection of microwave energy. Always
attenuate the signal coming to the antenna port to the level smaller than -20 dBm. This will
prevent a possible damage of the receiver module.
WARNING
LOW VOLTAGE (50 V - 1000 V) IS PRESENT INSIDE OF ALxxF SDIDU AND ODU UNITS DURING
OPERATION. PREVENT ELECTRIC CURRENT INJURY BY DISCONNECTING OF THE SUPPLY CABLE
BEFORE SERVICING OF THE TERMINAL. THE UNITS SHOULD BE REPAIRED BY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL ONLY.
4.1.1 Evaluation of Suitable Placement

For installation and operation of the link the following must be provided:
Direct visibility
Place for attachment of antenna with ODU
Location to place ALxxF SDIDU
Route to place the ODU SDIDU connection cable
Guaranteed direct visibility is not always sufficient guarantee of quality connection. The condition for a
trouble free propagation of electromagnetic waves is pure radio visibility. If fixed objects, like tree tops,
mountains or buildings are too close to the signal route, they can distort or attenuate radio signal. This occurs
even in cases when these obstructions do not prevent direct visibility. This phenomenon can be explained by
the radio beam Fresnel zone an elliptical area that immediately surrounds the direct visibility axis (the line
between link antennas). Size of this zone varies depending on the link length and radio signal frequency. The
Fresnel zone must be calculated before design of the wireless link and it must be verified that it will not be
disturbed by any obstacles.
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Figure 4 Fresnel zone

Figure 4 shows situation when a solid object penetrates a Fresnel zone of signal propagation. The
obstacle, just like the one on the picture, causes bending of the beam along the sharp edge. This beam then
arrives at the receiver antenna little bit later than the direct beam. In other words there are two identical
signals coming to the antenna, but with various phases, which strongly degrades the signal quality; this can
cause temporary break in data transmission. Trees or other soft objects infringing on the Fresnel zone
attenuate radio signal. In short: The fact that you can see the opposite side does not mean that you can set up a
quality radio link.
4.1.2 Recommended Types and Maximum Lengths of Coaxial Cables

Cable losses (dB/100 m)
Cable type
LMR-400
RG-213
Belden 7808
RT 50/20
4,9
8,6
8,6
5
7,8
13,9
14
8,4
Maximum length 1
270
150
150
250
Table 2 Maximum cable lengths
4.2 PLACEMENT OF ODU ON SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION

The link antenna must be placed sufficiently far away from other antennas, in order to avoid
undesirable perturbation of radio signal. Badly installed antenna will cause deterioration of the transmitted
signal and also of neighboring links. In the installation of radio relay link we must calculate with distances from
the roof edge or other obstacles that can be on the roof (air-conditioning, elevator shaft ). The following
pictures show incorrect and correct ways of installation of radio relay link antenna on the supporting
construction.
Losses in connectors are not considered

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1,4 m
0,3 m
Roof line
Roof line
1,3 m
More than 0,3 m
0,3 m
0,6 m
Figure 5 Improper placement of antenna on supporting construction
Roof line
Roof line
2,5 m
1,4 m
0,3 m
Roof line
Roof line
1,3 m
More than 12,5 m
Figure 6 Proper placement of antenna on supporting construction
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Obstacle
distance
[m]
Height of
antenna
above
obstacle
[m]
0,3
0,6
0,9
1,2
1,5
1,8
2,1
2,4
2,8
3,1
6,1
9,2
12
>12,5
0,3
0,6
0,9
1,2
1,3
1,4
1,4
1,4
1,4
1,5
1,5
1,8
2,1
2,3
2,5
Table 3 Recommended placement of antenna in view of obstacle distance2
4.3 LINK CROSS POLARIZATION

The AL17F link for unlicensed 17 GHz band uses horizontal and vertical polarization. The microwave
coupler of transmitted and received signal in ODU consists of the polarization switch and band filters. The next
figure is shown for easier understanding of the polarization coupler of transmitted and received signals.
Transmitted signal
polarization
Received signal
polarization
ODU A
Vertical polarization
Received signal
polarization
ODU B
horizontal polarization
Transmitted
signal polarization
Figure 7 The cross polarization of the radio link AL17F
Table values correspond to average antenna size and normal climatic conditions. Parameters of the used link type
and climatic conditions always have to be taken into account.
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4.4 LOCAL LINK COORDINATION

If there is more 17 GHz frequency band links in one location, possibly link channel numbers must be
selected to eliminate undesirable interference. The following figure 8 shows possible combination.
ODU A
vertical transmitted polarization
ODU B
horizontal transmitted polarization
>10
>0,5 m
ODU A
vertical transmitted polarization
ODU B
horizontal transmitted polarization
Figure 8 Example of polarization usage in case of more links in one location
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4.5 INSTALLATION OF THE ANTENNA RADIATOR ELEMENT ON ODU

The antenna radiator and the ODU box are one compact whole. If the radiator element is delivered
separately it needs to be attached to ODU before the ODU is installed to the antenna unit supports.
A waveguide transformer is attached to the ODU box at the manufacturer, and the feed is attached to the
transformer using for M4 bolts (Figure 9). On the AL3-17/MP and AL4-17/MP antennas the feed is firmly
attached to the parabola, see Figure 10.
The waveguide cover is removed from both the antenna radiator, and the waveguide transformer.
The antenna radiator is installed and M4 bolts are tightened. (It does not matter which way the feed is
turned.)
With the AL3-17/MP and AL4-17/MP antennas the ODU position, according to the pictograms on the
feed flange, needs to be kept.
CAUTION
The antenna radiator can be damaged during installation or disassembly of ODU if done by nonprofessionals. The antenna feed element is a precise component that needs to be handled with
utmost care. Any damage to the feed can cause improper function of the whole antenna
system.
Bolts M6 x 40
Waveguide transformer
Silicone O ring
Bolts M4
Radiator
Mirror
Valve for pressure equalization

Grounding ODU
ODU box
Figure 9 Attaching of the feed element to the ODU AL17F (AL1-17/ME, AL2-17/ME)
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Figure 10
Attaching of the feed element to the antenna AL3-17/MP (also for AL4-17/MP)
WARNING
The radio relay link AL17F MP155 is not intended to be used by non-specialist personnel. The
equipment must be operated at least by personnel familiar with it (Paragraph 3, of the Public
Notice No. 50/1978). Installation, adjusting and maintenance must be performed by the
manufacturer instructed personnel with electrotechnical qualifications (Paragraph 5, Public
Notice No. 50/1978). Therefore the following chapters do not contain work procedures split into
individual steps.
4.6 INSTALLATION OF THE ANTENNA SYSTEM

Station antenna systems are attached to a vertical steel pipe that is a part of a girder mast structure, or
to other steel constructions firmly connected to the building, on which the station is being installed. Diameters
of supporting pipes are set by the Table 10 on the page 43.
The antenna unit may not be installed on building equipment that have not been set or modified for
this purpose.
Allowed installation torques:
Bolt and nut
Torque
M10
35 Nm
M8
17 Nm
M6
11 Nm
M5
5 Nm
M4
3 Nm
We recommend that all bolts and nuts are greased before installation.
The antenna is normally delivered as the right hand side one, where, in front view into the antenna, the
antenna holder and ODU are on the right side of the support pipe. For the change to the left hand side
attachment the parabolic antenna must be unscrewed from the antenna holder and the holder needs to be
turned by 180. Then the antenna needs to be screwed back, so the condensed water drain holes in the
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antenna OPN are facing down. The bottom part of parabolic antenna is marked with the sticker "This side
always down".
The change to the left side installation is always done without ODU installed, and on a horizontal
support (table) of appropriate dimensions if possible.
Antenna bracket nuts are always tightened by the no. 17 wrench.
4.7 RADIO LINK INSTALLATION

THE RADIO RELAY link AL17F USES CROSS POLARIZATION
ODU A is set with the opposite polarization than ODU B
(e.g.:
ODU A horizontal
ODU B vertical polarization, or
ODU A vertical
ODU B horizontal polarization)
4.7.1 The AL2-17/ME antenna type

Bolts M8
vertical pointing
Nuts M10
horizontal pointing
Pipe 50 mm
Parabola
ODU
OPN
Parabola & ODU
holder
Radiator
Figure 11
The AL2-17/ME antenna installation (also for the AL1-17/ME antenna)
The antenna radiator element is attached to the outdoor unit (ODU)
The antenna radiator element is inserted into the antenna using the center guide ring.
Profiles for antenna and ODU attachment are attached to the parabola (do not tighten).
ODU is attached to the profiles for attachment of the antenna and ODU (do not tighten).
the angle of ODU depends on the used polarization. ODU may not be turned down with its handle!
Gradually tighten the bolts that hold the parabola and ODU to the profile (figure 11)
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4.7.2 The AL4-17/MP antenna type

Mounting pipe 90 115 mm
Nuts M10
(allow for horizontal pointing)
Nuts M10
(allow for vertical pointing)
Nuts M10
(fine adjustment antenna
in horizontal direction 7)
Bolts M6 Imb.
Nuts M10
Nuts M10
(fine adjustment antenna
in vertical direction 15)
Figure 12
The attachment of the AL4-17/MP antenna holder (also for the AL3-17/MP antenna)
The attachment of ODU with antenna must be sufficiently rigid to withstand wind acting on the ODU
without making the link to point in a wrong direction. These forces are primarily caused by the front wind
resistance of the microwave antenna.
The ODU box is installed with the outlet of connection cable pointing down with the horizontal
polarization or to the side with the vertical one. It is never installed with the outlet pointing up.
Possible disassembly can be performed without affecting the connection pointing direction.
For easy pulling up of ODU with the ME antenna unit type to a mast, a support pipe with the 50 mm
that is approx. above the center of gravity of this system can be used. The parabolic antennas AL3-17/MP and
AL4-17/MP are equipped by a lifting eye for this purpose.
Please note that, according to the Safety Office Public Notice no. 324/90 Coll. About safety of work and
technical equipment during construction, workers must be equipped by PPE, especially a hard hat, during work
on masts and in their proximity.
Firm tightening of all connections of an antenna system must be checked after installation. We
especially note the tightening of the antenna unit brackets to the antenna support pipe and of the bolts that
secure the vertical setting.
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4.8 INSTALLATION OF INDOOR UNIT

The ALxxF SDIDU unit can be installed in the following manner:
Free standing
The SDIDU unit should be located in such way that air can flow around it freely.
Installed into a rack
It is recommended to place the ALxxF SDIDU unit into a slot that has unoccupied positions above and
below the unit to secure proper ventilation and cooling. The ALxxF SDIDU unit size corresponds to 19 standard
with height of 1U.
Installed on a wall
The AlxxF SDIDU unit is attached to a bracket attached to a wall.
4.9 INSTALLATION OF CONNECTING CABLE

To manufacture the connection cable you need the following tools and material:
A coaxial connection cable, see table 2 on the page 10
N - connector and TNC connector for a coaxial cable
Connection crimping pliers
Grounding kit for coaxial cable, e.g. FI.MO.TEC.
Flash protector for coaxial cable, e.g. BrOK
All this material to manufacture the coaxial cable can be optionally provided by ALCOMA if requested
by a customer.
The ALxxF SDIDU unit has the TNC connector socket on the front panel. The outside unit has an N-type
connector. Thus in order to connect SDIDU ODU we need a cable with TNC-type connector plug on one end
and N-type connector plug on the other end. It is also possible to use a coaxial cable with N-type connectors on
both ends. Then, however, we would need N TNC adapters. Make sure that you do not damage the cable
during installation. Make sure that the cable is not bent more than allowed (approx. 10 cable diameters).
The ODU and SDIDU units and their connection must be properly grounded to protect the terminal. The
construction, to which the outdoor unit is attached, and the connection cable have to be grounded as well in
order to protect the terminal from destruction due to atmospheric discharges.
Before final connection of ODU SDIDU the cable should be tested (DC test) in order to find possible
defects. This means that it should be tested for possible breaks, and whether there is not a short circuit
between the inner conductor and the shield.
Count on some reserve for bends and tension, while calculating cable length.
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4.10 ODU, SDIDU AND CONNECTION CABLE GROUNDING

WARNING
The antenna supporting pipe and Outdoor Unit (ODU) must be properly connected and grounded
with regard to discharges of atmospheric energy. The following instructions present
recommendations leading to terminal protection. Always refer to valid standards and regulations.
The ODU unit is grounded by a copper cable with minimal diameter of 14 mm with yellow-green
insulation, ended with cable eyelet. The grounding cable is bolted to marked stainless steel M5 stud located
next to the N connector (figure 1).
T The antenna system grounding points for the AL1-17/ME and AL2-17/ME antennas are common with
ODU MP3. The grounding points of the AL3-17/MP and AL4-17/MP antennas are at the bolts for attaching the
equipment to the parabolic mirror.
The SDIDU grounding points are marked studs with 3 mm diameter bolts placed on the SDIDU front
panel. Both SDIDU studs can be used as connection points for protective conductor. The connection must be
made by a copper conductor with a minimum diameter of 5 mm with yellow-green insulation.
Lighting protection
zone
ODU
=48V
Circuit-breaker
B2A
Flash protector
Grounding cable
2
(Cu, min. 14mm )
Data Eth
STAT US
N M S 1 0/ 10 0
SER IAL / A L AR M
Link flash
protector
OD U
CA L L
IF cable
Overvoltage
protection
U SB
STA TU S
Flash
protector
~230V
Power
source
Mains
outlet
max. 2m
2
U SE R 10 / 100
VO W
AUX
E 1/ T1
E1/ T1 3-16
STA TU S
max. 5m
Grounding cable
2
(Cu, min. 5mm )
Grounding cable
(Cu, min. 50mm2)
Figure 13 Terminal grounding

The connection cable (IF cable) is grounded by different grounding kits and by lightning current
protectors (flash protectors). Flash protectors protect in part the IF cable and concurrently suppress possible
voltage surge between both conductors of the IF cable.
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The flash protectors are installed on both ends of the IF cable.
Within two meters from ODU
Within five meters from SDIDU

Flash protectors
STATUS
NM S 10/100
SERIAL/ALARM
USB
STATUS
ODU
CALL
1
2
USER 10/100
VOW
AUX
E1/ T1
STATUS
E1/ T1 3-16
IF cable
< 2m
< 5m
Figure 14 Placement of flash protectors

Grounding kits are installed on an IF cable in these locations:
At the foot of a mast in the location where cable bends towards a building.
Within one meter before cable entrance into a building.
Every 25 meters along the vertical cable route.
25m
25m
Grounding IF cable
STATUS
NM S 10
/ 10
0
SERIAL/ALAR
M
U SB
STATUS
ODU
CALL
Grounding iF cable
1
USER10/1002
VOW
AUX
1 E1/ T1 2
E1 / T1
- 1 6
3
S TA T U S
< 1m
Figure 15 Grounding of IF cable

When selecting the route for IF cable the best is to lead the cable through a connected channel, cable
trough, cable guide or metal pipes.
If the terminal location does not have the cable infrastructure available and the cable leads outside of a
building, then the cable should be as near to the building as possible and its route should lead along conductive
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parts of the building (metal pipes, steel ladders etc.). In this case the IF cable grounding is especially
recommended.
Selection of the cable entrance into a building should depend on the shortest distance to the nearest
grounding node of the building grounding system possible.
This whole equipment should be, if possible, located in the space that is protected by lightning traps
against direct lightning strike. If this cannot be guaranteed even through installation of additional traps, then
other corresponding modifications must be performed according to the SN EN 62305-4 (Protection against
lightning) standard and after consultation with a professional.
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4.11 MANIPULATION WITH THE USER SPACE COVER

The user space cover enables access to the user interfaces for connection and diagnostics of ODU only.
This eliminates a possibility of undesirable interference into other ODU parts.
The cover is attached by 2 M6 bolts that can be unscrewed by an Allen wrench no. 5. One of the bolts
can be only partially loosened, which ensures attachment to the box during manipulation with the cover.
Retightening of this bolt in open position enables locking of the lid in any position.
Since the user buses are located in the inside hermetically enclosed space of the box, the lid is provided
with a gasket. To protect the gasket from damage, please rigorously keep the safety notice specified below.
Loosen screw
for 1,5 2 rounds
Figure 16
Manipulation with the user space cover
Warning
The bolt that ensures attachment of the cover during manipulation must be loosened at least by
1.5 to 2 turns during moving of the cover. In case that the bolt is tightened during moving of
the cover more or completely, the gasket is sliding over the box sharp edges that can damage
the gasket seriously.
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4.12 ACCESSORIES
4.12.1 Making of Coaxial Connection Cable
Ending with TNC connector
Series
TNC
Conductor installation
Description
outer
inner
Straight cable plug
threaded
soldered
(According to Connector Assembly: Aircom Plus 7382)
Connector type
TNC - Plug
A
Cable
nut
Metal
washer
Rubber
washer
Cable
insert
Middle
connector
contact
Teflon
insert
Connector
body
Cut cable end vertically (best is to use saw).

Slip over cable nut, metal and rubber washer on the cable in this sequence
A
Remove surface 6 mm of PVC insulation at the cable end by knife.

A
6 mm
Push in the cable insert between the surface insulation and braiding as far as it would go.
A
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Pull the rubber and metal washers to the cable insert.

Cut off the cable braiding along outside edge and dielectric by a sharp knife. No braiding wire can remain uncut,
since it could cause short during next steps of installation.
Solder the exposed middle conductor over by tube solder with flux.
A
Slip over the middle connector contact using a jig. Solder on the middle conductor carefully through installation
opening. You need to prevent excessive heating of the dielectric.
A
C/D
Assembly jig
Soldered
Put a Teflon insert on the middle contact and push the whole assembly into the connector body as far as it
would go.
A
C/D
Wrenches no 17
Wrenches no 18
The cable nut needs to be tightened using two wrenches no. 17 and no. 18, with the maximum torque of 4 Nm.
There must be a discernible gap between the nut and connector body after tightening.
Figure 17 Finished installation of TNC connector
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Ending with N connector

Series
N
Connector type
53 S 101-115 A3
Conductor installation
Description
outer
inner
Straight cable plug
crimped
crimped
(According to Assembly Instruction: Rosenberger 53 O3)
Crimping
tube
Middle
connector
contact
Connector
body
O 10,3 mm
Slip covering shrink insulation (about 50 mm) and crimping tube over the cable.
Remove surface 16 mm of PVC insulation at the cable end by knife.
Adjust the cable end according to the picture.
~ 50 mm
16 mm
5 mm
7 mm
Covering shrink insulation
Cable braiding
Release cable braiding by slight turning of the cable dielectric.

Put on the middle contact onto the middle coaxial cable conductor and push it all the way to the dielectric, then
crimp it. There is a small hole on the side of the contact to check proper pushed in position of the middle
conductor. In case of cable RT50/20 you need to cut a thread using an M2.5 button die on the middle conductor
along the whole length of the exposed part, otherwise you will not be able to put on the middle connector
contact onto the middle coaxial cable conductor that has a 2.6 mm diameter, since the connector contact hole
is only M2.5. (The middle conductor must be cut vertically and must have no burrs.)
Crimped
Pull the connector body over thus prepared cable. You need to make sure that the crimping extension is pushed
between the dielectric and braiding and no braiding wire remains near the dielectric. Pushing in is possible by
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slight turning of the connector, not by twisting of the cable. Push the connector body until the middle
conductor is all the way at the dielectric.
A
B/C
Push the crimping tube forward across the braiding all the way to the connector body (the crimping tube should
overlap cover of the coaxial cable) and crimp it as tightly as possibly by crimping pliers.
B/C
Place the shrink wrap on a part of the connector and crimping tube. The shrink wrap is pushed on all the way to
the connector body. By heating to 80 - 100 C the shrink wrap will shrink and tightly close and isolate the
finished connection.
Figure 18 Finished installation of N connector
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5.
PUTTING LINK INTO OPERATION
5.1 BEFORE PUTTING THE LINK INTO OPERATION

Before putting the link into operation the user must verify whether he has available documents
certified by the distributor that verify that the product is in the safe condition.
The manufacturer delivers Measuring and Testing Protocol together with the link, based on a special
request, where basic electrical parameters measured during activation and adjusting of the link are specified.
Installation and commissioning of the radio relay AL17F link can be performed by the manufacturer or
by a company authorized by him only. The installation can be performed by connecting to a power grid, whose
technical condition and manner of protection against electric current injury meets conditions oflocal standards
and related regulations. The user must verify whether the SDIDU supply voltage agrees with the output voltage
of a supply power supply. If using of extension cables is absolutely necessary, then these cables must be routed
in the way that would prevent their damage, overheating, or possible injuries to personnel (by tripping).
For reasons of achieving high operational reliability, parameter stability and long life the units (even
enclosed in a cabinet) may not be placed near heat, water, dust, or vibration supplies etc.
The ODU units do not contain any adjustment or tuning elements that would have to be modified
during commissioning by customers. The units are delivered tuned and tested. Removal of possible defects and
failures within the warranty period can be done only by the manufacturer or a company authorized by the
manufacturer. Any manipulation with adjustment elements is prohibited. Any unprofessional interference with
the equipment, especially manipulation with adjustment elements voids the warranty.
5.2 CONNECTION OF SDIDU TO POWER AND PC

CAUTION
SDIDU DC supply voltage is 48 V 10%. Not adhering to this voltage supply range or to its
polarity can cause damage to the equipment.
Power supply
SDIDU
Circuit-breaker B 2A
(configuration 1+0, 1+1, 2+0)
Figure 19 Recommended connection of SDIDU to power supply

Safety Instructions
We recommend connecting SDIDU to protected power network. Especially if SDIDU is supplied
from common and very powerful 48 V DC supply, then there should be a circuit breaker used
on the supply cable between the power supply and SDIDU with the nominal current of 2 A.
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The SDIDU power supply must be a floating one. This can prevent conflicts during grounding of the
indoor units. The SDIDU indoor unit has inside interconnected positive power supply pole connected to its
frame.
The ALxxF SDIDU unit is supplied with a power supply connector (see figure 20), to which power supply
conductors are connected, which creates the power supply cable. A completed power supply cable can be
supplied on request. Recommended diameter of the supply conductor is about 1 mm2 for cables less than
3 meters long. The power supply cable should be made from stranded wire conductors to decrease tension in
the SDIDU power supply connector. A negative pole of power supply ( 48 V DC) is connected to the pin no. 2
(marked V) of the power supply connector and the positive pole is connected to the pin no. 1 (marked RET).
WARNING
Using a power supply with unsuitable grounding reference can cause destruction of SDIDU or
the supply power supply.
Connect the supply cable to the power supply 48 V DC and place voltmeter probes to the connector
on the other side of the cable. Place the + probe to the pin no. 2 (-V) and the probe to the pin no. 1
(RET), see figure 20.
Switch the power supply 48 V DC on and verify whether the voltmeter shows a voltage between 44
V and 52 V (the voltmeter probes are placed on the connector according to the instructions in the
previous paragraph). Set the correct voltage if it is not in the given range.
Switch off the power supply.
Plug in the supply cable connector into the socket on the front panel of the ALxxF SDIDU unit. Place the
voltmeter probes to the contacts of the supply connector (you can place them on the terminal bolts)
according to the instructions in the point 2. Please notice that ALxxF SDIDU does not have the supply
power switch. After you switch on the 48 V DC power supply the ODU and SDIDU units will come on.
Switch on the 48 V DC power supply and check, whether the voltmeter shows the voltage according
to the point 3.
Connect the ALxxF SDIDU unit to a computer using the Cat-5 Ethernet cable, or connect the ALxxF
SDIDU unit to a computer network also by the Cat-5 Ethernet cable. The Ethernet cable is connected to
the NMS 1 or 2 socket at the ALxxF SDIDU front panel. See the picture 3-3 in the ALxxF SDIDU indoor
unit manual.
Figure 20 Power cable with connector
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5.3 POINTING OF MICROWAVE LINK

Pointing of a microwave link is done by adjusting antennas to the maximum level of received signal. The
pointing of a microwave link needs to be done in the horizontal and vertical directions systematically and very
carefully in several steps. The pointing is done gradually at both link stations. It is not possible to point both
stations at the same time. Pointing of a microwave link needs to be done during stable sunny weather (dry air).
If there are meteorological fluctuations along the route (rain, snow) that cause sudden changes of the level of
received signal, then it is better to interrupt the pointing a wait for better weather. At the beginning of pointing
both opposite stations must already be roughly adjusted and switched on in order to pick up their signal. This is
difficult with long links where bigger gain antennas with consequently narrower radiation diagrams are used.
5.3.1 Rough Adjustment

The rough adjustment can be done by sight using binoculars rested against the antenna. If the
visibility is bad, or distance is too long, you need to determine the azimuth first using a compass. Caution!
Compass measurement accuracy is influenced by steel mast construction! The rough pointing should have a
variation of max. 5 from ideal line between antennas. We are trying to attain a signal of the opposite station
by horizontal turning of the antenna by 30 from assumed direction. We are gradually changing the vertical
setting and by horizontal turning seek the highest level of the received signal in the receiving direction. We do
not recommend changing of both directions at the same time. You need to roughly set the maximum gain (main
signal lobe).
Figure 21 Rough pointing according to map in case of large distance
Side
lo be
Main lobe
Side
lo be
Side
Figure 22 Main and side signal lobes
de
lo
be
lo be
lobe
ODU B
UA
OD
Side lobe
Main lobe
Side
Si
lob
ODU B
ODU A
Side
Main lobe
Ma
in lo
be
Side
lo be
Figure 23 Pointing
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Main lobe diameter: 14 m

Hop lenght: 1 Km
Antenna: AL4-17/MP
Building height: cca 140 m
Receiver
Main lobe
Main lobe diameter: 74 m

Hop lenght: 5 Km
Antenna: AL4-17/MP
Building height: cca 140 m
Receiver
Main lobe diameter
Figure24 Main lobe diameter with different lengths of link

Pointing Procedure:
Loosen all M10 bracket nuts of the antenna support by no. 16/17 mm and 13 mm wrench.
After removing the BNC connector cover at the bottom part of the ODU box connect DC
voltmeter set to the min. range of 5 V to it. It is more advantageous to use an analog voltmeter
for easier reading while searching for a maximum value. (In a pinch you can connect a DC ampere
meter with the min. range of 5 mA).
CAUTION
The rotary switch in the position Pointing also switches off a transmitter of the local station.
Switching off of the output also in the remote station by the rotary switch can be used to find
a level of interference signals (background noise) on given channels.
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Rough Adjustment
The rough adjustment can be done by eye using binoculars rested against the antenna. If the visibility
is bad, or distance is too long, you need to determine the azimuth first using a compass.
Caution! Compass measurement accuracy is limited by steel mast construction! The rough pointing
should have a variation of max. 5 from the ideal antenna connecting line.
We are trying to attain a signal of the opposite station by horizontal turning of the antenna by 30
from assumed direction.
The vertical setting is changed gradually, and the scanning in the direction of reception is done by
horizontal turning. We do not recommend changing both directions at the same time. The maximum reception
is set approximately.
180
Nuts M10
loosen for horizontal pointing
25
Screw M8
loosen for vertical pointing
Figure 25 The AL2-17/ME antenna pointing (also for the AL1-17/ME antenna)
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Fine horizontal pointing
Loosen all M10 antenna support bracket nuts using no. 16/17 wrench. It is better to loosen the
nuts without unnecessary play that would later cause a loss of exact direction after tightening..
Turning of the parabolic antenna by 15 you can find the main lobe on the connected DC
voltmeter and in the beginning of measurement also both side lobes of the antenna radiation
characteristic.
Setting of the maximum level on the main lobe.
After you set the maximum level on the main lobe, fix the antenna in the found direction by
tightening the antenna support M10 bracket nuts.
Vertical Pointing
Loosen the fixation M10 bolts without unnecessary play that would cause loss of the proper
direction after tightening.
By turning of the parabolic antenna you can find the main lobe on the connected DC voltmeter
and in the beginning of measurement also both side lobes of the antenna radiation characteristic.
Set the maximum level on the main lobe.
After you set the maximum level on the main lobe, tighten ME type antennas by tightening bolts
at found positions.
Nuts M10
(loosen for horizontal pointing)
Nuts M10
allow for vertical pointing
Nuts M10
(fine horizontal adjustment 7)
15
Nuts M10
(fine vertical adjustment 15)
Figure 26 The AL3-17/MP antenna pointing (also for the AL4-17/MP antenna)
In order to reach the direction stability and resistance against outside loads the antennas AL3-17/MP,
AL4-17/MP use a different way of attachment in comparison with smaller antennas. There is a support bracket
that prevents sliding of the antenna down along a pipe at the bottom part. There is a special set of brackets
above this one for a fine setting in the horizontal and vertical directions
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The pointing of radio link with the AL4-17/MP antenna ( 1.20 m)
The vertical setting bolts are loosened for the vertical pointing. For horizontal pointing then the
support bracket bolts.
During pointing of an antenna in the horizontal direction position of the antenna is roughly set
and the M10 bolt on the main bracket are tightened. The antenna position for the maximum
signal is set by the M10 nuts on the rotating bracket.
All M10 bolts on the horizontal pointing brackets are tightened.
During pointing of the antenna in vertical direction the vertical pointing bolts are loosened. The
antenna is set to the highest signal level by a connecting rod with M10 nuts.
All M10 bolts are tightened to secure the antenna vertical position.
The pointing procedure in both horizontal and vertical directions must be repeated several times to
make sure that the best maximum of the radiation characteristic was found. The opposite station antenna
needs to be final adjusted the same way. It is necessary to prevent sliding of the parabolic antenna along the
support pipe during horizontal pointing.
5.3.2 Checking of Pointing

Graf RSSI - AL17F
3,5
3
URSSI [V]
2,5
2
1,5
1
0,5
0
-95
-85
-75
-65
-55
-45
-35
-25
-15
RSSI [dBm]
Figure 27 RSSI Calibration graph

The value of received signal can be determined either by using a monitoring system(e.g. RSL in GUI), or
by recalculationh of RSSI voltage to receiving level in dBm. The calibration graph for RSSI, see figure 27, is used
for this purpose.
Calculate the theoretical level of the received signal. This calculation is an important indicator to
discover potential problems during link setup. The calculated and measured levels of the signal should not
differ too much (max. 3 dB). If the measured signal level is smaller than the calculated one, then the link must
be fine tuned.
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It makes sense to write down all measured values for checking later.
A frequent error during antenna pointing is directing to an antenna side lobe. The antenna can then
show a sharp peak, however, the signal level is about 20 dB lower. Therefore it is important to turn an antenna
during pointing at least 10 in horizontal and vertical direction and catch the main and both side lobes of the
antenna radiation diagram. We need to realize that the antenna radiation diagram is three dimensional, and if
we make a setting error in one direction (for example vertical one), then it is possible to receive only the side
lobes in the other direction, and they do not even need to be equal doe to route conditions.
The radiation characteristics of parabolic microwave antennas are shown in the measurement protocols
for ALCOMA antenna certification. ALCOMA will provide copies of these protocols upon request.
5.4 CONTROL CALCUALTION

The received signal level (RSL) can be determined from the following equation:
RSL = PTX + GTX ANT Lfree + GRX ANT
where:
RSL
received signal level
[dBm],
PTX
transmitted output
[dBm],
GTX ANT transmitting antenna gain
[dB]
GRX ANT receiving antenna gain
[dB]
Lfree
free environment attenuation [dB]
In the Czech Republic based on the General Permission No. VO-R/10/03.2007-4 (CTO) and in the Slovak
Republic based on the General Permission No. VPR-05/2001 (T SR) the PTX+GTX ANT = max. 20 dBm.
The following relationship is valid for the free environment attenuation during good atmospheric conditions
(without rain and fog):
Lfree[dB] = 92,45 + 20log10( d f )
where:
d
f
distance between antennas

link frequency
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5.5 CHANGE OF POLARIZATION

The AL17F link uses both horizontal and vertical polarization. The polarization units are always
determined by a transmitter. A receiver always have the opposite polarization.
The polarization setting can be performed without loosing the link direction just by turning ODU by 90;
it is done as follows:
Unscrew the ODU attachment bolts and pull the whole unit carefully out of the antenna holder.
Unscrew 4 M6 Allen screws that hold ODU to the supporting ODU metal sheet.
Turn the ODU together with radiator by 90. Turning direction is not important. However, for
horizontal polarization the connecting cable output must point down and for vertical polarization to
the side.
Reattach the ODU back by M6 Allen screws to the supporting metal sheet.
Using the center guide ring insert the ODU into the antenna.
Screw in the ODU attachment bolts.

The used polarization for left hand or right hand ODU installation can be determined according to the
position of the link cable outlet. If the outlet points down, the used polarization is horizontal, if to the side, it is
vertical.
Horizontal TX polarization
Vertical TX polarization
Horizontal TX polarization
Figure 28 The setting of TX polarization for the AL17F station
5.6 MEASUREMENT LOOPS

The SDIDU unit allows closing of measurement loops. The measurement loops are ways to verify and
test wireless links or data networks. There are several types of loops available, including line interfaces (e.g. E1).
Selection of a loop and its period is simply input using GUI. More information is available in the ALxxF SDIDU
indoor unit manual.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
6.
6.1 SAFETY CHECK

Standard regular inspections and checks of safe status during operation are recommended once every
24 months. Inspections and checks are recommended to be performed by the supplier professional service.
Each AL17F data link is checked within check out inspection and its parameters are measured according
to the SN 33 1500 standard (Inspection and testing of electrical installations). ODU of the radio relay link
AL17F is an electrical device of the class B (appliances used in outside environment), supplied by SELV (Safety
Extra-Low Voltage) supply and inside of the unit there is no higher voltage than SELV. The outdoor unit allows
connection of dead parts by a grounding bolt to a protection circuit that serves also as a protection against over
voltage and excessive currents of atmospheric origin.
During regular check and inspection of ODU and antenna we recommend to check:
Regular checks should be performed at least once a year.
Tightness of ODU.
Condition of antenna OPN (protection against icing) cover.
Status of connection cable and its feed-through.
Tightening and lubrication of all attachment bolts and nuts.
Attachment of grounding to grounding points and its connection to earth.
We recommend measuring and recording the level of received signal.
6.2 OPERATION
The radio relay AL17F link does not require any service or maintenance during operation. The link can
be remotely monitored through TELNET, or user environment (GUI) accessible through an internet browser
during operation. The GUI environment is intended for management and diagnostics of ALCOMA AL17F radio
relay links. All current conditions, events and commands are available in the user environment menu, see the
figure 29.
The monitoring system enables diagnostics of the microwave link and both local and remote ends of the
link. The monitoring system is not necessary for the link transfer function itself (the link can be operated even
without monitoring elements). However, monitoring is giving us diagnostic possibilities, which simplifies
checking of the proper link function, or localization of possible defects.
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Figure 29 The sample screen of user environment in an internet browser
6.2.1 Emergency Conditions

Emergency conditions, like excessive heating, damage to power supply cable, pouring liquid into the
unit, damage to cover, fall of the unit and possibly some other unusual situations (like sparking or smoking) can
endanger personnel and property. Therefore it is necessary to disconnect the unit from power supply
immediately and hand it over to professional service for inspection.
WARNING
Persons without the appropriate electrotechnical qualifications are prohibited from manipulation
with the power supply without previous disconnection of the supply from power network. There
is life threatening high voltage inside. Installation, adjusting and maintenance must be performed
by a manufacturer instructed personnel with electrotechnical qualifications (Paragraph 5, Public
Notice No. 50/1978).
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6.2.2 Repairs
CAUTION
Repairs, adjustments and tuning can be performed only by a professional service company, whose
employees are instructed at the equipment manufacturer according to the AL17F microwave data
link service manual. Operation personnel is prohibited from opening covers, breaking seals and
unprofessionally interfering with the equipment.
After each product repair or discovery of emergency condition there must be demonstrable inspection
of the safe product condition. This inspection must be recorded and signed by an authorized person. This
record must be handed, together with the repaired product, to the user. The inspection may be performed by
personnel qualified at least by Paragraph 5, Notice No. 50/1978 (knowledgeable worker).
6.3 ENDING OF OPERATION ECOLOGICAL LIQUIDATION

The product is, from the ecological standpoint, classified as a hazardous electrotechnical object. After
its service life it is, according to Law No. 7/2005 (Waste Law), an electronic waste, and as such it must be
handed over to the appropriate enterprise that performs recycling of old electronic products. The product may
not be liquidated as general community waste. The ALCOMA Company has concluded a Contract about
liquidation of electronic waste with the SAFINA a.s. Company.
In agreement with the Public Notice No. 352/2005, Paragraph 8c every serial label that is placed on
each product shows a graphic symbol of stricken through waste bin that cautions about obligations related to
liquidation of electronic waste.
The product transport packaging is made from common recyclable material (paper and polyethylene)
marked as such by a label according to the SN 77 0052-2 standard.
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7.
LINK PARAMETERS
7.1 MODULATION, THRESHOLD SENSITIVITY AND TRANSMISSION CAPACITY OF

THE LINK
The AL17F link can be set to various transmission capacities according to used modulation and channel
bandwidth. The individual transmission capacities are related to different threshold sensitivities as shown in the
following table.
Transmission user
link capacity [Mbps]
Modulation
Threshold sensitivity
for BER = 10-6 [dBm]
QPSK
-93,5
18
16 QAM
-87,4
24
32 QAM
-82,9
29
64 QAM
-79,1
34
128 QAM
-75,1
42
256 QAM
-73,4
17
QPSK
-90,5
39
16 QAM
-83,8
50
32 QAM
-80,7
62
64 QAM
-76,2
74
128 QAM
-73
85
256 QAM
-71,2
35
QPSK
-90
83
16 QAM
-83
100
32 QAM
-79
128
64 QAM
-76
155
128 QAM
-71
176
256 QAM
-66,6
82
QPSK
-83
160
16 QAM
-76,7
208
32 QAM
-73,7
256
64 QAM
-69,7
312
128 QAM
-65,9
360
256 QAM
-61,3
Channel width
[MHz]
14
28
56
Table 4 Link transmission speeds
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The SDIDU unit can have one of the following user interfaces.
Hardware configurations of user interfaces
2100Base-TX
+ 16E1
2100Base-TX
+ 16E1
+ 16E1
2100Base-TX
+ 16E1
+ 21E1
2100Base-TX
+ 42xE1
2100Base-TX
+ 42xE1
+ 16xE1
2100Base-TX
+ 42xE1
+ 21xE1
2100Base-TX
+ 16E1
+ 1STM-1 metalic
2100Base-TX
+ 16E1
+ 1STM-1 optical
41000Base-T
+ 1SFP
+ 2E1
41000Base-T
+ 1SFP
+ 2E1
+ 1 STM-1 metalic
41000Base-T
+ 1SFP
+ 2E1
+ 1 STM-1 optical
41000Base-T
+ 1SFP
+ 2E1
+ 16E1
41000Base-T
+ 1SFP
+ 2E1
+ 21E1
Table 5 HW Configuration of user interfaces
7.2 DIVISION OF FREQUENCY BAND AND FREQUENCY TABLES

The AL17F radio relay link is intended for use in the microwave band of 17 GHz. The following tables
show the transmitter frequency range and channeling of pair frequencies. Used frequencies are for the channel
widths of 7, 14, 28 and 56 MHz.
Transmitter frequency range
ODU type
Min. frequency
[MHz]
Max. frequency
[MHz]
Duplex
separation
[MHz]
AL17F / A
17 100
17 160
190
AL17F / B
17 240
17 300
190
Table 6 Transmitter frequency range
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A band lower half
B band upper half
Channel
number
Transmitter
frequency [MHz]
Channel Transmitter frequency

number
[MHz]
17 105,5
17 245,5
17 112,5
17 252,5
10
17 119,5
10
17 259,5
11
17 126,5
11
17 266,5
12
17 133,5
12
17 273,5
13
17 140,5
13
17 280,5
14
17 147,5
14
17 287,5
15
17 154,5
15
17 294,5
Channel width 7 MHz

A band lower half
B band upper half

number
[MHz]
Channel
number
Transmitter
frequency [MHz]
17 109
17 249
17 123
17 263
17 137
17 277
17 151
17 291
Channel width 14 MHz

A band lower half
B band upper half
Channel
number
Transmitter
frequency [MHz]

number
[MHz]
17 116
17 256
17 144
17 284

A band lower half
B band upper half
Channel
number
Transmitter
frequency [MHz]
17 130

number
[MHz]
1
17 270

Table 7 ALCOMA Frequency table for AL17F
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Switching of ODU between upper and lower frequency bands is done by the DIL switch located in ODU
on the OCU board (figure 2). Selection of specific transmitter frequency (channel number) is done using the
monitoring program.
7.3 ODU AND SDIDU TECHNICAL PARAMETERS OF THE AL17F LINK

Parameter
Transmitter frequency
AL17F
lower band section /A
17 100 17 160 MHz
upper band section /B
17 240 17 300 MHz
Frequency stability
<10 ppm
Transmitter output
max. 8 dBm ATPC3
Device radio parameters for 17 GHz band
ETSI EN 300 440
Forward error correction
Convolution and Reed Salomon code
User interface E1 (sym.)
ITU-T, G.703
Ethernet user interface
10Base-T / 100Base-TX / 1000Base-T
SDH user interface
STM-1
Monitoring interface
10Base-T / 100Base-TX / RS-232
Connector for Ethernet user line, E1
RJ-45
Coaxial cable connectors for IDU ODU connection
TNC N4
50
Impedance of coaxial connection cable

Power supply DC voltage
48 V 10%
Terminal power consumption configuration 1+0

configuration 1+1/2+0
max 50 W
max 80 W
Table 8 AL17F link parameters
The transmitter output is set during manufacturing so the transmitted output EIRP (i.e., including parabolic
antenna gain) is in the Czech Republic in agreement with VO-R/10/03.2007-4 and in the Slovak Republic
with VPR-05/2001, and is max. 20 dBm.
The coaxial adapter TNC-N can be ordered at the manufacturer. The connection coaxial cable can then have N
connectors on both ends.
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Parameter
Value
SDIDU dimensions (w x h x d)
482 44 239 mm
SDIDU weight
3,12 kg
ODU dimensions (without antenna) (w x h x d)
240 240 120 mm
ODU weight (without antenna)
6 kg
Table 9 AL17F link technical parameters
7.4 ANTENNA TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

Antenna type
AL1 -17/ME
AL2 -17/ME
AL3 -17/MP
AL4 -17/MP
Parabola diameter
0,35 m
0,65 m
0,90 m
1,20 m
Antenna gain GANT
33 dB
38 dB
42 dB
44 dB
3,6
1,9
1,3
Parameter
Main lobe 3 dB
Horizontal antenna setting
75
180
155
Vertical antenna setting
25
25
Weight of compact antennas
5,6 kg
9,1 kg
26 kg
36 kg
38 mm
40 mm
73 mm
101 mm
Diameter of installation stand6 min.
115 mm
max.
Table 10 Compact antenna technical parameters
5
6
Fine adjustment antenna

Supporting pipe lengths must guarantee their sufficient rigidity considering climatic influences of surrounding
environment, 38 60 mm pipes can be used as lattice antenna mast parts only.
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7.5 CLIMATIC STABILITY

ODU is intended for stationary use in locations unprotected against climatic conditions.
SDIDU is intended for stationary use in locations protected against climatic conditions.
Surrounding
temperature
According to standard
SDIDU
from -5C to +55C
EN 300 019 class 3.1E
ODU
from -33C to +55C
EN 300 019 class 4.1
Storage ability
SDIDU & ODU
from -25C to +55C
EN 300 019 class 1.1
Transport
SDIDU & ODU
from -40C to +70C
EN 300 019 class 2.3
Climatic stability
Operation capability
Table 11 Surrounding temperature ranges

SDIDU an ODU units surrounding environment must not contain aggressive vapors and gases, must
have normal radiation level, and be without vibrations and shocks. ODU is cooled by natural air circulation,
SDIDU contains fans. If used in environment that does not meet these requirements, the user must consult the
operational conditions with the suppliers technical service.
The microwave link is resistant against effects of wind with speeds of up to 33 m/s (120 km/hour)
without influence to transmission quality. Mechanical stability of the link is guaranteed up to the wind speeds
of 56 m/s (200 km/hour). Permanent deformation can occur above this threshold, however, without damage to
ODU itself.
Transport of ODU and SDIDU is possible only after disconnection of the connecting coaxial cable and
power supplies.
Cold Start
The minimum temperature to start the AL17F outdoor link unit is -45C. The outdoor unit will work, but
its proper function is not guaranteed.
Transport and Storage
The radio relay link units can be transported only in covered vehicles and the units must be protected
against direct weather influence at the same time. They should be transported in suitable (best is original)
packaging in order to prevent excessive loads through shaking, vibrations etc., they are not allowed to be
dropped. The specific form of transport is a matter of agreement between the manufacturer and the client. The
radio relay units must be stored in dry, partially air-conditioned areas. The range of storage temperatures is 0,
with the relative humidity max. 95%.
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7.6 EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS
STATUS
2
NMS 10/100
2
USER 10/100
SERIAL/ALARM
USB
STATUS
CALL
ODU
VOW
AUX
E1/T1
STATUS
E1/T1 3-16
444 mm
465 mm
482 mm (19")
80
287
Figure 30 Dimensions of the AL17F link SDIDU indoor unit
255
136
Figure 31 Dimensions of the AL17F link ODU outdoor unit
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O371
255 x 255
235
241
500
333
220 x 220
O717
Figure 32 Main dimensions of ODU with AL1-17/ME antenna
235
404
674
496
Figure 33 Main dimensions of ODU with AL2-17/ME antenna
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O994
220
325
496
903
599
220
O1214
Figure 34 Main dimensions of ODU with AL3-17/MP antenna
220
313
648
1001
747
Figure 35 Main dimensions of ODU with AL4-17/MP antenna
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8.
ATTACHMENTS
8.1 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS

The list does not contain symbols of commonly valid technical units (GHz, dBm etc.).
ALxxF
AL17F
A/B
ASD Client
T
DC
E1
EIRP
ETSI
FEC
GANT, GRX ANT, GTX ANT
IDU
IF
Lfree
NMS
OCU
ODU
OPN
PDH
PTX
QAM
16, 32, 64, 128 QAM
RSL
RSSI
RX
SDH
SDIDU
SELV
SFP
SNMP
STM-1
T SR
TX
100Base-TX
1000Base-T
Type of indoor unit

Type of ALCOMA data link, or ODU for 17 GHz band
Upper / Lower sub-band in frequency plan
Monitoring program for ALCOMA microwave links
Czech Telecommunication Office
Direct current IDC or direct current voltage UDC
PDH orders with transmission speed of 2,048 Mbps
Transmitter output including antenna gain
European Telecommunications Standards Institute
Forward Error Correction
Antenna gain, Receiving antenna gain, Transmitting antenna gain [dB]
Indoor unit
Intermediate Frequency
Free space attenuation [dB]
Connector to connect to monitoring network
Outdoor Control Unit
Outdoor unit
Protection against icing
Plesiochronic digital hierarchy framework according to G.742 recommendation
Transmitter output
Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
Number of amplitude levels in QAM modulation
Received Signal Level
Received Signal Strength Indicator / Indication
Receiver
Synchronous Digital Hierarchy
Type of IDU with possibility of software setting of characteristics
Safety Extra-Low Voltage
Small Form-Factor Pluggable Transceiver (optical interface 1000Base-LX/SX, or
metallic interface 1000Base-T
TCP/IP administration network and individually connected computers
communication protocol
STM version metallic / optical
Slovak Republic Telecommunication Office
Transmitter
Standard Ethernet interface 100 Mbps
Standard Ethernet interface 1000 Mbps
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8.2
LIST OF FIGURES
ODU Connection locations .............................................6

The ODU user space.......................................................7
Description of indications on OCU board........................8
Fresnel zone ................................................................ 10
Improper placement of antenna on supporting
construction ................................................................ 11
Proper placement of antenna on
supporting construction............................................... 11
The cross polarization of the radio link AL17F............... 12
Example of polarization usage in case of more links in
one location................................................................. 13
Attaching of the feed element to the ODU AL17F
(AL1-17/ME, AL2-17/ME) ............................................. 14
Attaching of the feed element to the antenna
AL3-17/MP (also for AL4-17/MP).................................. 15
The AL2-17/ME antenna installation
(also for the AL1-17/ME antenna) ................................ 16
The attachment of the AL4-17/MP antenna holder
(also for the AL3-17/MP antenna) ................................ 17
Terminal grounding...................................................... 19
Placement of flash protectors ...................................... 20
Grounding of IF cable................................................... 20
Manipulation with the user space cover....................... 22
8.3
Finished installation of TNC connector .........................24

Finished installation of N connector .............................26
Recommended connection of SDIDU to power supply..27
Power cable with connector.........................................28
Rough pointing according to map in case of large
distance.......................................................................29
Main and side signal lobes ...........................................29
Pointing .......................................................................29
Main lobe diameter with different lengths of link.........30
The AL2-17/ME antenna pointing
(also for the AL1-17/ME antenna) ................................31
The AL3-17/MP antenna pointing
(also for the AL4-17/MP antenna) ................................32
RSSI Calibration graph..................................................33
The setting of TX polarization for the AL17F station......35
The sample screen of user environment
in an internet browser .................................................37
Dimensions of the AL17F link SDIDU indoor unit...........45
Dimensions of the AL17F link ODU outdoor unit...........45
Main dimensions of ODU with AL1-17/ME antenna......46
Main dimensions of ODU with AL2-17/ME antenna .....46
Main dimensions of ODU with AL3-17/MP antenna......47
Main dimensions of ODU with AL4-17/MP antenna......47
LIST OF TABLES
Switch function on the OCU board ...............................................................................................................................7

Maximum cable lengths.............................................................................................................................................10
Recommended placement of antenna in view of obstacle distance ............................................................................12
Link transmission speeds............................................................................................................................................39
HW Configuration of user interfaces ..........................................................................................................................40
Transmitter frequency range......................................................................................................................................40
ALCOMA Frequency table for AL17F...........................................................................................................................41
AL17F link parameters ...............................................................................................................................................42
AL17F link technical parameters.................................................................................................................................43
Compact antenna technical parameters.....................................................................................................................43
Surrounding temperature ranges ...............................................................................................................................44
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BEFORE PUTTING THE LINK INTO OPERATION.............................................................................................27

PLACEMENT OF ODU ON SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION .............................................................................10

OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................................................................36

PUTTING LINK INTO OPERATION.......................................................................................................................27

DESCRIPTION OF OUTDOOR UNIT ODU......................................................................................................6

TERMINAL INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................9

BASIC INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................5

LINK DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................................................................6

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS .............................................................................................3

MODULATION, THRESHOLD SENSITIVITY AND TRANSMISSION CAPACITY OF THE LINK .........................................................39

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................48

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1.1 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS

1.2 WARNINGS AND WARNING LABELS

PLEASE READE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

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AL17F Microwave Data Link

2.1 BASIC INFORMATION

The ALCOMA AL17F link is designed for unattended operation

Full duplex operation

Unpaid frequency band 17 GHz

Point to Point type link

Cross polarization (vertical and horizontal polarizations at the same time)

Transmission data capacity from 9 Mbps to 360 Mbps

Channel widths 7 MHz, 14 MHz, 28 MHz and 56 MHz

Forward error correction FEC and adaptive equalizer

2.2 LINK CONCEPT

2.3 OUTPUT REGULATION

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3.1 DESCRIPTION OF OUTDOOR UNIT ODU

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Figure 2 The ODU user space

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Indications on the OCU board

Figure 3 Description of indications on OCU board

3.2 DESCRIPTION OF INDOOR UNIT IDU

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4.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

4.1.1 Evaluation of Suitable Placement

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Figure 4 Fresnel zone

4.1.2 Recommended Types and Maximum Lengths of Coaxial Cables

Table 2 Maximum cable lengths

4.2 PLACEMENT OF ODU ON SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION

Losses in connectors are not considered

AL17F Microwave Data Link

More than 0,3 m

Figure 5 Improper placement of antenna on supporting construction

More than 12,5 m

Figure 6 Proper placement of antenna on supporting construction

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Table 3 Recommended placement of antenna in view of obstacle distance2

4.3 LINK CROSS POLARIZATION

Figure 7 The cross polarization of the radio link AL17F

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4.4 LOCAL LINK COORDINATION

Figure 8 Example of polarization usage in case of more links in one location

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4.5 INSTALLATION OF THE ANTENNA RADIATOR ELEMENT ON ODU

Valve for pressure equalization

AL17F Microwave Data Link