MRx18 Installer Manual PDF

MRx18/x18 & MRx18/x18/x18 &
MRx18/y18/y18 & MRx18/y18
mini Repeater
Dual- / Triple-Segment
and
Dual-Band
User's Manual
M0139ACH
Users Manual for
MRx18 Dual-/ Triple-Segment and Dual-Band
Copyright 2013 CommScope, Inc.
All rights reserved.
All information contained in this manual has been revised thoroughly. Yet CommScope
accepts no liability for any omissions or faults.
CommScope reserves the right to change all hardware and software characteristics
without notice.
Names of products mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may
be trademarks and / or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
No parts of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted
in any form or by any means, electronical, mechanical photocopying, recording or
otherwise, without prior written permission of the publisher.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH, 22-July-2013
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL 7
1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS 7
1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS 8
1.3. ABOUT COMMSCOPE 11
1.4. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT 12
2. INTRODUCTION 15
2.1. PURPOSE 15
2.2. THE MRX18 MINIREPEATER 15
3. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 17
3.1. GENERAL 17
3.2. DESIGN AND CONNECTORS 19
4. INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING 21
4.1. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 21
4.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 23
5. SOFTWARE SETUP 27
5.1. LOGIN 27
5.2. MENU BAR BUTTONS 29
5.3. STATUS BAR 29
5.4. STATUS 30
5.5. SETTINGS 33
5.5.1. Settings - Radio Frequency 33
5.5.2. Settings - Alarms 38
5.5.3. Settings - Modem Control 38
5.5.4. Settings - LAN Connectivity 40
5.5.5. Settings - User Account 42
5.6. MAINTENANCE 43
5.7. LOGOUT 45
5.8. UPLOAD NEW SOFTWARE VERSION 46

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6. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 47
6.1. EXTERNAL MODEM (KIT) 47
6.2. ANTENNA 47
6.3. ADAPTER CABLE 48
7. ALARMING AND SUPERVISION 49
7.1. ALARM LEDS 49
7.2. DISPLAY AND RESET & INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE BUTTON 50
8. APPENDIX 53
8.1. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 53

8.1.1. MRx18/x18 Dual-Segment/ MRx18/x18/x18 Triple-Segment 53
8.1.2. MRx18/y18/y18 and MRx18/y18 Dual-Band 54
8.2. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 55
8.3. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 55
8.4. SPARE PARTS LIST 57
9. INDEX 59
10. LIST OF CHANGES 61
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FIGURES AND TABLES
figure 3-1 Block diagram MRx18/x18 dual-segment (e.g. MR918/918) .........................17

figure 3-2 Block diagram MRx18/x18/x18 triple-segment (e.g. MR918/918/918)...........17
figure 3-3 Block diagram MRx18/y18 dual-band (e.g. MR2118/918) .............................18
figure 3-4 Block diagram MRx18/y18/y18 dual-band (e.g. MR2118/918/918) ...............18
figure 3-5 Connectors of MRx18....................................................................................19
figure 4-1 Wall-mounting bracket...................................................................................22
figure 4-2 Wall mounting procedure...............................................................................22
figure 4-3 Power connection of DC connector with MRx18............................................23
figure 5-1 Login, correct.................................................................................................27
figure 5-2 Login, incorrect ..............................................................................................28
figure 5-3 Menu-bar buttons ..........................................................................................29
figure 5-4 Status-bar buttons .........................................................................................29
figure 5-5 Status - General & Alarms, exemplary ..........................................................30
figure 5-6 Status - General & Alarms, high-contrast page .............................................30
figure 5-7 Settings - Radio Frequency, exemplary.........................................................33
figure 5-8 Settings - Radio Frequency, manual setting, exemplary ...............................34
figure 5-9 Settings - Alarms ...........................................................................................38
figure 5-10 Settings - Modem Control............................................................................38
figure 5-11 Settings - LAN connectivity..........................................................................40
figure 5-12 Settings - User Account...............................................................................42
figure 5-13 Maintenance ................................................................................................43
figure 5-14 Logout .........................................................................................................45
figure 5-15 Upload new software version, exemplary ....................................................46
figure 6-1 Coverage antenna for MRx18, optional equipment .......................................47
figure 7-1 Display and alarm LEDs, exemplary..............................................................49
figure 7-2 Display with reset button and alarm LEDs , exemplary .................................50
figure 7-3 Display - RSSI ...............................................................................................51
figure 7-4 Display - Gain UL and DL..............................................................................51
figure 7-5 Display - Pout UL and DL................................................................................51
figure 8-1 Cabinet drawing MRx18/x18/x18...................................................................56
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table 1-1 List of international contact addresses............................................................14

table 5-1 Menu-bar buttons, description ........................................................................29
table 5-2 Status bar, description ....................................................................................29
table 5-3 Refresh and Auto Refresh buttons, description ..............................................30
table 5-4 Status - General..............................................................................................31
table 5-5 Status - Alarms ...............................................................................................32
table 5-6 Apply button....................................................................................................33
table 5-7 Radio Frequency Power ..............................................................................34
table 5-8 Radio Frequency General............................................................................35
table 5-9 Radio Frequency - General ............................................................................36
table 5-10 Radio Frequency - Auto Gain .......................................................................37
table 5-11 Settings - Alarms ..........................................................................................38
table 5-12 Settings - Modem Control .............................................................................39
table 5-13 LAN Connectivity - General ..........................................................................41
table 5-14 LAN Connectivity - DHCP Settings ...............................................................41
table 5-15 LAN Connectivity - SNMP Settings...............................................................42
table 5-16 Settings - User Account ................................................................................42
table 5-17 Maintenance - Modem Debugging................................................................44
table 5-18 Maintenance - Software Update ...................................................................44
table 5-19 Maintenance - Webpage Update ..................................................................45
table 7-1 Alarm LEDs ....................................................................................................50
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1 General
1. GENERAL
1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS
3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project

ALC Automatic Level Control
AMPS American Mobile Phone System or Advanced Mobile Phone System
BCCH Broadcast Control Channel
BITE Built-In Test Equipment
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CDMA Code Division Multiple Access
CEPT Confrnce Europenne des Postes et Tlcommunications
CF Center Frequency
CFO Center Frequency Offset
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DL Downlink
DoC Declaration of Conformity
EDGE Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ETACS Enhanced TACS
ETS European Telecommunication Standard
ETSI European Telecommunication Standards Institute
FSK Frequency Shift Keying
GSM Global System for Mobile Communication
GUI Graphical User Interface
I2C-Bus Inter-Integrated Circuit Bus (Philips)
ID No Identification Number
IF Intermediate Frequency
LED Light Emitting Diode
LMT Local Maintenance Terminal
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
MCC Mobile Country Code
MNC Mobile Network Code
MR Microwave Repeater
MS Mobile Station
MTBF Mean Time Between Failure
OIP-3 Output Intercept Point of the 3rdOorder
OMC Operation and Maintenance Center
PA Power Amplifier
PCMCIA Personal Computer Modem Communication International Association
PCS Personal Communication System
PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network
PSU Power Supply Unit
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R&TTE Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment

Rev Revision
RF Radio Frequency
RLP Radio Link Protocol
RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indication
RTC Real-Time Clock
RX Receiver
SCL Serial Clock
SDA Serial Data
SMSC Short Message Service Center
TACS Total Access Communication System
TCH Traffic Channel
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
TX Transmitter
UE User Equipment
UL Uplink
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunication System
UPS Uninterruptable Power Supply
URL Uniform Resource Locutor
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Only suitably qualified personnel are allowed to work on this unit and only after
becoming familiar with all safety notices, installation, operation and maintenance
procedures contained in this manual.
2. Read and obey all the warning labels attached to the unit. Make sure that the
warning labels are kept in a legible condition and replace any missing or damaged
labels.
3. Obey all general and regional installation and safety regulations relating to work on
high voltage installations, as well as regulations covering correct use of tools and
personal protective equipment.
4. Keep operating instructions within easy reach and make them available to all users.
5. It is the responsibility of the network provider to implement prevention measures to

avoid health hazards which may be associated to radiation from the antenna(s)
connected to the unit.
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6. For installations which have to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the
antenna selection and installation must be completed in a way to ensure compliance
with those FCC requirements. Depending on the RF frequency, rated output power,
antenna gain, and the loss between the repeater and antenna, the minimum
distance D to be maintained between the antenna location and human beings is
calculated according to this formula:
P[ mW ]
D[ cm ]
4 PD[ mW / cm 2 ]
where
P (mW) is the radiated power at the antenna, i.e. the max. rated repeater
output power in addition to the antenna gain minus the loss between the
repeater and the antenna.
PD (mW/cm) is the allowed Power Density limit acc. to 47 CFR 1.1310 (B) for
general population / uncontrolled exposures which is
o F (MHz) / 1500 for frequencies from 300MHz to 1500MHz
o 1 for frequencies from 1500MHz to 100.000MHz
RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as
required by the responsible FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location
requirements of 1.1307(b)(3).
7. Note for a Class A digital device or peripheral:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
8. For installations which have to comply with Europe an EN50385 exposure

compliance requirements, the following Power Density limits/guidelines (mW/cm)
according to ICNIRP are valid:
o 0.2 for frequencies from 10 MHz to 400 MHz
o F (MHz) / 2000 for frequencies from 400 MHz to 2 GHz
o 1 for frequencies from 2 GHz to 300 GHz
9. Only authorized and trained personnel are allowed to operate the unit.
10. Only licence holders for the respective frequency range are allowed to operate this
unit.
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11. Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For national
deviations please refer to the respective documents included in the manual CD
delivered.
12. Use this equipment only for the purpose specified by the manufacturer. Do not carry
out any modifications or fit any spare parts which are not sold or recommended by
the manufacturer. This could cause fires, electric shock or other injuries.
13. Due to power dissipation, the repeater may reach a very high temperature. Do not
operate this equipment on or close to flammable materials.
14. ESD precautions must be observed! Before commencing maintenance work, use the
available grounding system to connect ESD protection measures.
15. This unit complies with European standard EN60950.
16. Make sure the repeater settings are according to the intended use (see also product
information of manufacturer) and regulatory requirements are met.
17. Although the repeater is internally protected against overvoltage, it is strongly

recommended to earth the antenna cables close to the repeaters antenna
connectors for protection against atmospheric discharge.
Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance

Please observe the meanings of the following symbols used in our equipment and the
compliance warnings:
Symbol Compliance Meaning / Warning
WARNING. This is NOT a CONSUMER
device. It is designed for installation by FCC
LICENSEES and QUALIFIED INSTALLERS.
You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or
--- FCC express consent of an FCC Licensee to
operate this device. Unauthorized use may
result in significant forfeiture penalties,
including penalties in excess of $100,000 for
each continuing violation.
Alert sign to R&TTE
To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or
authorized installers no harmonized
frequency bands, operation requires license.
CE
Intended use: EU and EFTA countries
Indicates conformity with the R&TTE
directive 1999/5/EC certified by the notified
body no. 0700.
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1 General
1.3. ABOUT COMMSCOPE
CommScope is the foremost supplier of one-stop, end-to-end radio frequency (RF)

solutions. Part of the CommScope portfolio are complete solutions for wireless
infrastructure from top-of-the-tower base station antennas to cable systems and
cabinets, RF site solutions, signal distribution, and network optimization.
CommScope has global engineering and manufacturing facilities. In addition, it

maintains field engineering offices throughout the world.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH based in Buchdorf/ Germany, which is part of

CommScope, is a leading manufacturer of coverage equipment for mobile radio
networks, specializing in high performance, RF and optical repeaters. Our optical
distributed networks and RF repeater systems provide coverage and capacity solution
for wireless networks in both indoor installations and outdoor environments, e.g.
tunnels, subways, in-trains, airport buildings, stadiums, skyscrapers, shopping malls,
hotels and conference rooms.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH operates a quality management system in compliance

with the requirements of ISO 9001 and TL 9000. All equipment is manufactured using
highly reliable material. To maintain highest quality of the products, comprehensive
quality monitoring is conducted at all fabrication stages. Finished products leave the
factory only after a thorough final acceptance test, accompanied by a test certificate
guaranteeing optimal operation.
This product meets the requirements of the R&TTE directive and the Declaration of
Conformity (DoC) itself. A current version of the CE DoC is included in this manual CD
delivered *. Any updated version of the DoC is available upon request from the local
sales offices or directly from CommScope via the local Customer Support at one of the
addresses listed in the following chapter.
According to the DoC, our "CE"-marked equipment can be used in all member
states of the European Union.
Note: Exceptions of and national deviations from this intended use may be
possible. To observe corresponding local particularities and
regulations, please refer to the respective documents (also in national
language) which are included in the manual CD delivered.
* In case the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for the product was not included in the manual CD
delivered, it is available upon request from the local sales offices or directly from CommScope at one of
the addresses listed in the following chapter.
To make the most of this product, we recommend you carefully read the instructions in
this manual and commission the system only according to these instructions.
For technical assistance and support, please also contact the local office or
CommScope directly at one of the addresses listed in the following chapter.
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1.4. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Americas:
Canada United States
CommScope Canada Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company

505 Consumers Road, Suite 803 620 North Greenfield Parkway
Mail Toronto M2J 4V8 Mail Garner, NC 27529
Canada U.S.A.
+1-905-878-3457 (Office)
Phone Phone +1-888-297-6433
+1-416-721-5058 (Cell)
Fax +1-905-878-3297 Fax +1-919-329-8950
[email protected],
E-mail E-mail [email protected]
[email protected]
Caribbean & South American Region

Caribbean (CALA) & Central American Region
(CALA)
CommScope Cabos do Brasil Ltda. CommScope Mexico S.A. de C.V.

CALA Tech Support for Distributed CALA Tech Support for Distributed
Coverage & Capacity Solutions Coverage & Capacity Solutions
(DCCS) products: (DCCS) products:
Mail Mail
Rua Guaporanga, 49 Av. Insurgentes Sur 688, Piso 6
Praa Seca Rio de Janeiro RJ Col. Del Valle, CP: 03100
ZIP: 21320-180 Mexico City
Brazil Mexico
+1-815-546-7154 (Cell) +52-1-55-5419-5260 (Cell)
Phone Phone
+55-15-9104-7722 (Office) +52-55-1346-1900 (Office)
Fax + 55-15-2102-4001 Fax +52-55-1346-1901
E-mail [email protected] E-mail [email protected]
APAC Countries:
China, India and Rest of Asia Australia & New Zealand
Andrew International Corporation Andrew Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd.
Room 915, 9/F Unit 1

Chevalier Commercial Centre 153 Barry Road
Mail 8 Wang Hoi Rd Mail Campbellfield
Kowloon Bay VIC 3061
Hong Kong Australia
Phone +852-3106-6100 Phone +613-9300-7969
Fax +852-2751-7800 Fax +613-9357-9110
1 General
Europe:
United Kingdom Scandinavia

Andrew Wireless Systems UK Ltd Andrew Norway (AMNW)
Unit 15, Ilex Building
Mulberry Business Park P.O. Box 3066
Fishponds Road Osloveien 10
Mail Mail
Wokingham Berkshire Hoenefoss 3501
RG41 2GY Norway
England
Phone +44-1189-366-792 Phone + 47 32-12-3530
Fax +44-1189-366-773 Fax + 47 32-12-3531
Germany France
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH CommScope France
Immeuble Le Lavoisier
Industriering 10
4, Place des Vosges
Mail 86675 Buchdorf Mail
92052 Courbevoie
Germany
France
Phone +49-9099-69-0 Phone +33-1 82 97 04 00
Fax +49-9099-69-930 Fax +33-1 47 89 45 25
Austria Switzerland
Andrew Wireless Systems (Austria) GmbH CommScope Wireless Systems AG

Weglgasse 10 Tiergartenweg 1
Mail 2320 Wien-Schwechat Mail CH-4710 Balsthal
Austria Switzerland
Phone +43-1706-39-99-10 Phone +41-62-386-1260
Fax +43-1706-39-99-9 Fax +41-62-386-1261
Italy Iberia Region - Spain & Portugal

Andrew Espaa S.A.
CommScope Italy S.r.l., Faenza, Italy
A CommScope Company
Avda. de Europa, 4 - 2 pta.
Via Mengolina, 20
Parque Empresarial de la Moraleja
Mail 48018 Faenza (RA) Mail
Alcobendas, Madrid 28108
Italy
Spain
Phone +39-0546-697111 Phone +34-91-745-20 40
Fax +39-0546-682768 Fax +34-91-661-87 02
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Czech Republic
CommScope Solutions Czech Republic
C-Com, spol. s r.o
U Moru 888
Mail 53006 Pardubice
Czech Republic
+49 871 9659171 (Office)
Phone
+49 171 4001166 (Mobile)
Fax +49 871 9659172
E-mail [email protected]
Africa & Middle East:
Middle East & North Africa South Africa

CommScope Solutions International Inc. Andrew Wireless Solutions Africa (PTY)
(Branch) LTD
PO Box 48 78 22 11 Commerce Crescent West
Unit 3206, Floor 32, Eastgate, Sandton
Jumeirah Business Center 5, PO Box 786117
Mail Mail
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Sandton 2146
Dubai South Africa
United Arab Emirates
Phone +971 4 390 09 80 Phone + 27 11-719-6000
Fax +971 4 390 86 23 Fax + 27 11-444-5393
table 1-1 List of international contact addresses
2 Introduction
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1. PURPOSE
The MRx18 miniRepeater a bi-directional amplifier used to enhance signals between a

mobile and a base station in a mobile network. It has been designed to increase signal
strength in small and medium sized areas such as offices, shops, and basements. By
boosting the signal level the MRx18 increases indoor coverage and allows high data
rate connectivity.
If weak signal transmissions occur within the coverage area due to indoor applications,
topological conditions or distance from the transmitter, a repeater is used to extend
transmission range. In the downlink (DL) path, the repeater picks up the signals from a
donor antenna of a BTS/ Node B, amplifies and re-transmits it into the required dark
spot. In the uplink (UL) path the repeater picks up the signals from a mobile/ User
Equipment (UE) and re-transmits it to the BTS/ Node B.
2.2. THE MRx18 miniRepeater
Note: The MRx18/x18(/x18) and MRx18/y18(/y18) is shortly denominated as

MRx18 in the following.
CommScopes MRx18 miniRepeater gives designers a simple tool to solve their small
area coverage and performance issues.
The MRx18 is easy to install. Also, a web-based GUI simplifies commissioning and
configuring the equipment. The RF link (donor) towards the base station is typically fed
from an outdoor antenna while the coverage area is fed by an indoor antenna. The
opportunity to adjust the passband of a repeater helps to cover any specific segment or
frequency band.
Due to modular design, the single-varia version MRx18 may be available as a dual-/
triple-varia segment or a dual-band-varia version in one cabinet. The dual-/ triple-
segment MRx18/x18(/x18) is able to transmit two or three variable segments within one
frequency band. The dual-band MRx18/y18(/y18) supports two frequency bands, while
one variable segment is amplified in one frequency band and up to two variable
segments are dedicated for the other frequency band.
Auto Gain functionality enables automatic gain adjustment in order to maximize

performance, however gain may be set manually if desired.
An alarm interface with a display and LEDs indicates the status of the equipment locally.
Moreover, the status and alarms of the MRx18 can be queried via the web-based GUI.
The MRx18 has an optional remote-monitoring function that provides equipment
alarming and basic configuration settings via a GSM-SMS. Alarm SMSs (including
heartbeat) can be forwarded to the common Andrew OMC or to any standard SMS
receiver (even a mobile phone). Moreover, the MRx18 can be connected to LAN.
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Features at a glance
Up to three variable segments within one frequency band, or up to three variable

segments allocated in two frequency bands
Easy to install due to light weight, small dimensions and Auto Gain functionality
Integrated combiner/ crossband coupler, no external devices required, common

antenna ports for all bands/ segments equipped
Easy commissioning via web-based GUI
Automatic Level Control (ALC)
Variable bandwidth
LEDs for local alarm indication
RSSI and status indication via display
Optional remote control via SMS
Connection to LAN
Remote alarming through SNMP alarm traps
Compliant with all regulatory agencies (e.g. GSM 05.05, 3GPP and FCC)
3 Functional Description
3. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
3.1. GENERAL
The name of a specific MRx18 miniRepeater reflects the frequency range in which it
operates (e.g. MR918 => 900 MHz frequency range). The operation principle of the
dual- and triple-segment is depicted in the following two block diagrams:
E0783B8
figure 3-1 Block diagram MRx18/x18 dual-segment (e.g. MR918/918)
E0783BA
figure 3-2 Block diagram MRx18/x18/x18 triple-segment (e.g. MR918/918/918)
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The MRx18 dual-band operates in two different frequency bands:

The first illustration shows the MRx18/y18 dual-band one segment per each frequency
band:
E0783BB
figure 3-3 Block diagram MRx18/y18 dual-band (e.g. MR2118/918)
The second illustration shows the MRx18/y18/y18 dual-band one segment in

frequency band 1 and two segments in frequency band 2:
E0783BC
figure 3-4 Block diagram MRx18/y18/y18 dual-band (e.g. MR2118/918/918)
3 Functional Description
3.2. DESIGN AND CONNECTORS
RF coverage antenna Ethernet

connector, mobile, SMA connector
Reset and
installation
assistance
switch
DC PSU connector RF donor antenna

connector, BTS, SMA
Modem connector RF modem connector SMA,

DC + Data 25 dB coupling loss
figure 3-5 Connectors of MRx18
Note: SMA connectors have a specified torque of 45 N/cm. Use an appropriate

tool to fasten and unfasten these connectors. Do not over-tighten the
connectors or screws.
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For your notes:
4 Installation and Commissioning
4. INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
4.1. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
Read the health and safety warnings in chapter 1.2 Health and Safety Warnings.
1. Do not install the unit in a way or at a place where the specifications outlined in
the Environmental and Safety Specifications Leaflet of the supplier are not met.
2. Use proper mounting hardware depending on the structure of e.g. the wall where
the unit will be installed. It is recommended to only use the mounting hardware
delivered by the manufacturer. If another type of mounting hardware is used,
observe that the specifications for stationary use of the repeater must not be
exceeded.
3. It is the responsibility of the installer to verify that the supporting surface will
safely support the combined load of the electronic equipment and all attached
hardware and components and to ensure that the unit is safely and securely
mounted.
WARNING:
IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO EQUIPMENT FALLING CAUSING
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. The installer must
verify that the supporting surface will safely support the combined load of the electronic
equipment and all attached hardware and components. The screws and dowels (wall
anchors) used should also be appropriate for the structure of the supporting wall.
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To mount the MRx18 to a wall, proceed as follows:
MRx18
miniRepater
Wall-mounting bracket
Wall
1. Use two appropriate screws

and dowels to fasten the wall-
mounting bracket through the 2 slot holes
two slot holes to a wall. (The
screw type depends on the
quality of your wall).
2 thread nuts
figure 4-1 Wall-mounting bracket
rear side front side
2 M5x50 screws
2. Insert the mRx18 into the wall-mounting bracket.

3. Fasten the repeater by means of 2 metric M5x50 fillister-head screws to the two
thread nuts of the wall mounting bracket.
figure 4-2 Wall mounting procedure
4.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Note: The electrical installation has to be performed in accordance with the

safety regulations of the local authorities. Due to safety reasons, the
electrical installation must be performed by qualified personnel only.
The repeater must not be opened.
1. Connect the antenna cables to the antenna connectors and the antennas.
2. Use only the power supply delivered with the unit. Do not modify the power supply
unit (PSU) and cable!
Do not mount the PSU to the ceiling!
Connect the DC connector of the power supply and provide mains to the power
supply. Ensure the DC connector is plugged in correctly as in the following
illustrations.
Lug Guide of DC connector
Insert lug into guide
Plug in the male DC connector by

inserting the lug into the guide at
the DC connector with the arrow-
moulded side on top, see
illustrations.
Pull back
Insert with locking sleeve
arrow-moulded to disconnect!
side on top
Locking sleeve
The DC connector of the cable is
equipped with a locking mechanism.
The system of locking the plug is based
on a push-pull mechanism. The
locking sleeve has to be pulled back to
free the connection.
Lug
figure 4-3 Power connection of DC connector with MRx18
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3. Align the donor antenna towards the BTS. The MRx18 provides antenna alignment
assistance. Therefore, press the "Reset and installation assistance" switch (see
chapter 3.2 Design and Connectors) for at least 4 seconds after (!) the boot process
has been finished (i.e. red ALC LED is blinking for 4 seconds). This will set the gain
to max. value and disable Auto Gain for about 4 minutes.
The status LED will be blinking red/green. Align the donor antenna towards the BTS
to reach the highest RSSI level possible. Check the RSSI level at the display (see
chapter 7 Alarming and Supervision). By pushing the "Reset and installation
assistance switch" the RSSI level of each assembled segment (up to three
segments) can be displayed (see chapter 7.2 Display and Reset & Installation
Assistance Button). After four minutes the gain and Auto Gain are adjusted to the
values prior to the activation of the antenna alignment.
4. Align the coverage antenna.
As the default settings of the repeater are set to Auto Gain enabled, only the
frequencies have to be adjusted. Additionally, the repeater can be customized with a
laptop or PC via Ethernet connector:
5. For local connection, connect the straight CAT 6 patch cable to the Ethernet
connector of the MRx18 and the network connector of a laptop or PC. For MRx18
connection to a LAN network, connect the cross-over cable. (Note: The MRx18
operates at 10 Mbps and full-duplex).
6. Start a browser (e.g. Internet Explorer 7 or higher, or Mozilla Firefox) and enter
URL: http://192.168.1.1.
Note: If the connection cannot be established, it might be necessary
to set the IP address of the computer or laptop: Start => Settings =>
Control Panel => Network Connections => Your Network-Connection =>
Properties => Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) => Properties => Enable Use the
following IP address and enter an IP address, e.g. 192.168.1.10. Do not
use IP addresses 192.168.1.2 or 192.168.1.1!
Before changing the settings in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) =>

Properties, please write down the actual settings. Ensure no proxy server
for internet access is activated any longer, either.
After having finished setting up the MRx18, please change all the TCP/IP
settings to the original ones BEFORE re-connecting your computer to any
other network. Re-activate the proxy settings if necessary, too.
7. Enter User name: MRx18 and password: MRx18 (case-sensitive).
8. Commission the repeater according to the description in the following chapter and
save settings to the repeater.
9. Disconnect CAT 6 patch cable and check LEDs and display of the repeater.
In case the Ethernet connection cannot be established due to wrong settings in the
Connectivity page (see chapter 5.5.4 Settings - LAN Connectivity) or if username or
password have been forgotten, these settings can be reset to the default factory
settings.
To reset Ethernet settings, username and password to the default factory settings,
press the "Reset and installation assistance switch" during the boot process (i.e. red
ALC LED is blinking for four seconds after power has been supplied) and keep the
switch pressed until the boot process starts again (Ethernet LED starts blinking). It is not
possible to execute a reset when a local connection is established.
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For your notes:
5 Software Setup
5. SOFTWARE SETUP
5.1. LOGIN
figure 5-1 Login, correct
Enter User name: MRx18

Enter Password: MRx18
Note: Passwords are case-sensitive when entering "MRx18"!
Click the button.
If an incorrect username or password has been entered, the following error / attention
message appears:
"You have entered the wrong password. Please check the correct usage of upper
and lower cases or check the CAPS LOCK key on your console."
This message prompts to insert your username or password anew. Click key F5 to
refresh the login mask.
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figure 5-2 Login, incorrect
If an incorrect username or password has been entered for three times, the interface to
the repeater is locked for 30 minutes.
5 Software Setup
5.2. MENU BAR BUTTONS

Buttons
Menu bar
figure 5-3 Menu-bar buttons
The menu bar, which is consisting of tabs and buttons, is always visible. For description
of the tabs, please refer to the following chapters. The following buttons are provided on
top of the right side of the menu bar:
Button Explanation
The first button is Contrast Click this button to have the webpage displayed in
high contrast. To switch back into default contrast, just click on the button again
and the webpage will be displayed in default contrast again.
High-contrast webpages are available for each of the Status, Settings, and
Maintenance pages (see also illustrations in the following chapters).
The second button is Help. This button provides context-sensitive help to the
Status, Settings and Maintenance pages. By clicking this button, a help page for
detailed information will be opened immediately.
Separate Help pages are available for the Status, Settings, and Maintenance
pages (an example of a high-contrast page is shown in chapter 5.4).
The third button is Logout. Click this button to logout and quit the session,. Then
the logout page will be opened (see chapter 5.7 Logout).
table 5-1 Menu-bar buttons, description
5.3. STATUS BAR
figure 5-4 Status-bar buttons
The status bar is located on the bottom of each webpage. The following information is
displayed: These data is being read out of the MRx18 repeater.
Designation Description
Displays the unit location of the MRx18 repeater - user defined area
Unit Location entered in chapter 5.5.3 Settings - Modem Control or in chapter 5.5.4
Settings - LAN Connectivity.
Displays the designation of the repeater: MRx18 - user defined, entered in
Name
chapter 5.5.4 Settings - LAN Connectivity.
ID Displays the Identification Number of the MRx18 repeater.
SN Displays the Serial Number of the MRx18 repeater.
IP Address Displays the actual repeater IP address set: 192.168.1.1.
Software Displays the current software version installed.
GUI Displays the current version of the Graphical User Interface (GUI).
Model Displays the specific repeater type of the MRx18.
table 5-2 Status bar, description
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5.4. STATUS
Menu bar
Tabs
figure 5-5 Status - General & Alarms, exemplary
In order to show this page in high-contrast view, use the corresponding button of the
menu bar (see chapter 5.2):
Tabs
Menu bar
figure 5-6 Status - General & Alarms, high-contrast page
In the Status page, which is the first tab in the menu bar, actual values are shown. The
values are referenced to the condition when the status page has been opened.
Furthermore, present alarms of the MRx18 are listed in this page. No values/ alarms are
captured in case the RF section is switched off (see chapter 5.5.1 Settings - Radio
Frequency).
Button Explanation
This button updates the values of the Status page once.

By clicking this button, the values of the Status page are automatically
updated every 3 seconds.
Auto Refresh is deactivated by pressing this button once again or by leaving

the Status page.
table 5-3 Refresh and Auto Refresh buttons, description
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Status
Parameter Description of General
Depending on the repeater model, the respective bands
Band
equipped are displayed.
Actual Gain (dB) The actual UL and DL gain is shown, even if Auto Gain is
DL/ UL activated.
The actual measured output power in DL and UL is shown, for
low output power levels "<-10.0" is displayed.
Output Power (dBm)
For DL output power, the composite output power of all segments
DL / UL
within a frequency band is stated. For indication of output power
of a single segment, the other segments must be powered down.
The actual DL input level at the donor antenna port is indicated.
For more than one segment per frequency band the highest input
RSSI Level (dBm)
level is always displayed. If RSSI of a certain segment is
required, the other segment(s) must be powered-down.
The condition of the ALC is displayed herein. When ALC is
ALC DL / UL
active, the ALC limit is stated in brackets, e.g. "active (18)".
Current Consumption Shows if the current is within the pre-defined limits.
The current temperature condition is displayed. When
temperature raises above 80 C, an alarm is generated and the
Temperature
RF section of the repeater is powered down until normal
temperature is reached.
table 5-4 Status - General
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Status
Description of Alarms
Parameter Cause Solution
Depending on the repeater model, the respective bands equipped are
Band
displayed.
Local Restart repeater. If the error persists, contact
The LO does not lock.
Oscillator technical support.
If P-out is <-10dBm with Check antenna alignment, donor antenna
RSSI Level
adjusted gain on RSSI-level. and antenna cables. Increase the gain.
Decrease gain, set "Auto Gain enabled" or
ALC
Input power too high. decrease input power with external
DL/ UL
attenuators.
Current Power consumption is not Restart repeater. If the error persists, contact
Alarm within the defined range. technical support.
Temperature too high Check installation location of MRx18 and
Temperature
(>80C) improve ventilation.
table 5-5 Status - Alarms
The severity of the alarms can be changed in the Settings page (see chapter 5.5.2
Settings - Alarms). The latency time of each alarm is 10 seconds, i.e. the repeater has
to be in alarm condition for 10 seconds before an alarm is notified.
5 Software Setup
5.5. SETTINGS
In the Settings pages - the second tab in the menu bar - current information on settings
of all parameters is shown. The settings of these parameters can be changed in those
pages.
The sub-tabs of the Settings page are the following:
- Radio Frequency
- Alarms
- Modem Control
- LAN Connectivity
- User Account
Button Explanation
Each setting applied on the Settings pages will only become valid by clicking
this button. Then all changes made will be saved to the repeater.
table 5-6 Apply button
5.5.1. Settings - Radio Frequency
Buttons
figure 5-7 Settings - Radio Frequency, exemplary
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figure 5-8 Settings - Radio Frequency, manual setting, exemplary
Radio Frequency
Parameter Description of Power
Band
displayed.
To power on, check "Power ON Band MRx18"
Uncheck "Power ON Band MRx18" to power down the RF-section of the
Power respective band. The band that is powered down is not visible in the Settings
page. Alarms and status information are not captured in the Status page
while the band is switched off.
table 5-7 Radio Frequency Power
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Radio Frequency
Band
displayed.
Enter the frequency range to be amplified (start and stop frequency)
for both DL and UL. User band is set for DL. Enter the frequency
values within the duplexer range DL that is indicated above the field.
For more than one segment within a frequency band, frequency
overlapping must not appear. Step size is 10 kHz. Recommended
bandwidth for UMTS networks:
1 UMTS carrier: 4.6 MHz
2 UMTS carriers: 9.6 MHz
Passband (MHz) *
3 UMTS carriers: 14.6 MHz
DL / UL
For LTE, the actual channel width corresponds to the repeater
passband, i.e. (in case of a 10 MHz LTE channel, for example) start
and stop frequency must be adjusted to produce a 10 MHz passband.
Depending on the passband DL, the passband UL is set accordingly.
The UL Manual Setting can be activated or deactivated (e.g. for
LTE). When Manual Setting is activated, the UL passband can be
adjusted independently from the DL frequency setting.
Gain Setting (dB) Select the gain for UL and DL.
DL / UL When Auto Gain is enabled, the entries are not applied.
With Auto Gain activated, the repeater will automatically set its gain to
the max. value. Depending on the DL input level, gain is decreased to
optimize the output power to the value adjusted at the Max. Output
Auto Gain Power (dBm) DL without reaching the ALC level. Gain is increased
after the time selected at Auto Gain Time Interval has expired, when
the DL input level decreases. UL gain is set accordingly with respect
to Auto Gain imbalance setting.
*
Passband corresponds to 3 dB bandwidth
table 5-8 Radio Frequency General
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Radio Frequency
The ALC limit level or max. output power can be selected for DL and
UL independently.
The UL output power can be entered per segment, but the sum of
output power values entered per frequency band must not exceed the
composite output power stated in the specification of the single-band
manual of each repeater, with respect to the triple-/ dual-segment or
dual-band, (see chapters 8.1.1 and 8.1.2 in this manual).
The DL output power states the value of the composite output power,
the values in the data sheets have to be considered, too.
Example: MR918/918/918:
Output power according to single-band datasheet: +18 dBm composite
According to triple-segment data sheet no degradation of output power
Setting Max. Output power DL: + 18 dBm
Setting Max. Output power UL :
equal distribution: Segment 1 => +14 dBm
Maximum Output Segment 2 => +14 dBm
Power (dBm) DL / Segment 3 => +14 dBm
UL calculation: 18 dB 10 log 3 = 13.23 dBm
round up to 14 dBm
unequal distribution
(assumption: Segment 1 => 25%)
Segment 2 => 25%
Segment 3 => 50%)
Segment 3: +15 dBm
Segment 2: +12 dBm
Segment 1: +12 dBm
Depending on application/ network, the output-power value stated in

the datasheet must be considered in order to meet the respective
standards.
ETSI refers to the standards meeting <-36 dBm or <-30 dBm

Intermodulation products. For output power values outside the scale
marked with ETSI, the intermodulation products are <-13 dBm.
table 5-9 Radio Frequency - General
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Radio Frequency
Parameter Description of Auto Gain *
Band
displayed.
When Auto Gain is enabled, the gain is adjusted automatically. With an
UL/ DL
entry in the Auto Gain imbalance field UL/DL Inbalance (dB), the UL gain
Inbalance (dB)
is decreased compared to the DL gain for this value.
Possibility to select between three behaviours of Auto Gain:
0 s/24 h: Gain is reduced without latency time in case of too high input
power. Every 24 hours the repeater tries to increase gain by 1 dB to max.
output power in case input power has decreased again.
Time Interval
0 s/12 h: See above, but the interval for a try to increase gain again is 12
hours.
10 s/12 h: Gain is reduced after a latency time of 10s in case of too high
input power. Interval for a try to increase gain again is 12 hours.
With Auto Gain activated, two different behaviours of Auto Gain can be
chosen from:
Uniform Gain:
Gain of each segment within a frequency band assigned with "Uniform
Gain" is set according to the highest DL input signal, i.e. all input levels of
segments operating in "Uniform Gain" are compared, depending on the
highest level, the gain is set accordingly. Gain Mode might be chosen if
Mode frequency hopping is done between the segments for instance.
Independent Gain:
Gain of segments assigned with "Independent Gain" is set individually in
order to get the max. output power, independent of other segments
operating in the same frequency range. For example, "Independent Gain"
might be chosen if different services, e.g. GSM900 and UMTS900, are
transmitted on a separate frequency segment allocated in one frequency
band.
*
When Auto Gain is disabled, these parameters cannot be accessed.
table 5-10 Radio Frequency - Auto Gain
Confirm changes made by clicking the button.
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5.5.2. Settings - Alarms
figure 5-9 Settings - Alarms

Alarms
Parameter Description of Severity
ALC UL/DL
A severity level can be assigned to each alarm. It is also possible to
RSSI Level
disable alarms. The severity of alarms may be:
Current Alarm
Local Oscillator
disabled , warning, minor, major, critical
Temperature
table 5-11 Settings - Alarms
5.5.3. Settings - Modem Control
figure 5-10 Settings - Modem Control
5 Software Setup
Settings - Modem Control

Parameter Description of Value
Different modems can be selected for SMS remote monitoring. If a
modem is connected to the repeater, it is automatically initialized
Modem Type
during the boot process of the repeater. If no reboot is performed, the
modem type has to be selected manually.
The software version of the modem connected to the repeater is
Software
shown. If no modem is connected or the modem cannot be
Version
recognized, the message "no valid modem found" appears.
The Service Center Phone Number (SMSC) is entered here (including
SMSC country code, +CC, e.g. +49 for Germany). If the SMSC is stored to
the SIM card of the modem, no entry needs to be done.
Both the number of the destination for alarm messages and heartbeat
Destination SMS and the sender for SMS are determined herein. The number
Phone Number should be preceded with the country code (i.e. +CC, e.g. +49 for
Germany). Only decimal digits are allowed, no spaces.
The Unit Location is sent with each SMS to get information about e.g.
address location or building where the repeater is installed. No
validation is done with the entry. The Unit Location is a user-defined
Unit Location field. The content of Unit Location on the Modem Control page
corresponds to that of the Unit Location on LAN Connectivity page.
The settings are only applied in the status bar at the bottom of each
page after a new login. Max. 20 characters are allowed.
For identification the Unit ID is sent with each SMS. No validation is
Unit ID done with the entry, it is recommended to use the serial number of the
repeater as Unit ID. Max. 20 characters are allowed.
A heartbeat SMS is sent after a certain period of time that can be
selected in this field. The heartbeat indicates that the supervision of
Heartbeat
the repeater is working. If no heartbeat message is sent after the
Interval
interval entered, the connection and supervision is down. If heartbeat
interval is set to "0", the heartbeat functionality is disabled.
Depending on the heartbeat interval the time that still remains until the
Time to Next
next heartbeat will be sent to the destination phone number is
Heartbeat
indicated.
The alarming via SMS can be disabled in case no alarm and heartbeat
Alarming via SMS shall be sent to the destination phone number.
SMS When Alarming via SMS is disabled these parameters cannot be
accessed.
table 5-12 Settings - Modem Control
Confirm changes made by clicking the button. Then all changes made will
be saved to the repeater.
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5.5.4. Settings - LAN Connectivity
figure 5-11 Settings - LAN connectivity
LAN Connectivity - General

Default setting is DHCP disabled.
With DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) enabled the repeater
receives its IP address from the server of the LAN network.
Note: No entries for IP Addresss, Subnet Mask, Standard Gateway
and Primary DNS Server (DHCP Settings) can be made when DHCP
DHCP is enabled.
Note: BEFORE logout, click to record settings made.
DHCP must only be enabled when the repeater is connected to
LAN. The LAN settings can be reset to default values as described in
chapter 7.2 Display and Reset & Installation Assistance Button.
If Net Bios Name is supported by the LAN the repeater is connected to,
the repeater can be accessed by entering the Net Bios Name in the
Net BIOS Name
explorer instead of the IP address. Max. 15 characters are allowed for
the Net Bios Name.
5 Software Setup
LAN Connectivity - General

Three options can be selected for the Alarming via SNMP:
Disable:
Alarming via SNMP is deactivated.
Forwarding:
Alarming via SNMP V1 traps of active alarms are sent to a user-defined destination IP
SNMP address. The destination IP address must be entered beyond the SNMP
Settings item.
Polling:
The status of the alarm can be queried. A static alarm table provides the
status of the alarms.
For identification, the repeater name can be changed. No validation is
done with the repeater name.
Repeater Name
Max. 15 characters are allowed. The settings are only applied in the bar
at the bottom of each page after a new login.
table 5-13 LAN Connectivity - General
LAN Connectivity - DHCP Settings 1)

The IP address of the repeater can be changed herein. If DHCP is
IP Address
enabled no entries are possible. 2)
The Subnet Mask can be changed herein. If DHCP is enabled no entries
Subnet Mask
are possible. 2)
Standard The Standard Gateway can be changed herein. If DHCP is enabled no
Gateway entries are possible. 2)
Primary DNS The primary DNS server can be changed herein. If DHCP is enabled no
Server entries are possible. 2)
1)
Note: When DHCP is enabled no entries can be made.
2)
Note: BEFORE logout, click to record settings made. The changed settings of
the values will only become effective after a manual logout by the user.
However, the new settings are already displayed as actual values during the present
session after having clicked the Apply button. The values set will not apply when local
connection has been interrupted or is terminated by an automatic session timeout.
The IP address and settings can be reset to default values as described in chapter 7.2
Display and Reset & Installation Assistance Button.
table 5-14 LAN Connectivity - DHCP Settings
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LAN Connectivity - SNMP Settings 3)

When forwarding of alarms via SNMP at the item General - Alarming via
Destination IP
SNMP has been selected, the destination IP address has to be entered
Address
where the alarms traps ought to be sent to.
The Unit Location is sent with each SNMP alarm trap to get information
about e.g. address or location/ building where the repeater is installed. No
Unit Location validation is done with the entry. Max. 20 characters are allowed. The
settings are only applied in the status bar at the bottom of each page after a
new login.
3)
if polling or disabled is selected at item General - Alarming via SNMP, these parameters cannot be
accessed.
table 5-15 LAN Connectivity - SNMP Settings
5.5.5. Settings - User Account
figure 5-12 Settings - User Account
User Account
To login the user name is required. The default user name can be changed.
Username
Max. 8 characters are allowed. *
New Password The password to login can be changed. Max. 8 characters are allowed. The new
Repeat Password password has to be repeated. *
table 5-16 Settings - User Account
* Note: BEFORE logout, press to record settings made. The changed settings of
the values will only become effective after a manual logout by the user.
The values set will not apply when local connection has been interrupted or is
terminated by an automatic session timeout. The settings can be reset to default
values as described in chapter 7.2 Display and Reset & Installation Assistance Button.
Confirm changes made by clicking the button. Then all changes made will
be saved to the repeater.
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5.6. MAINTENANCE
figure 5-13 Maintenance
In the Maintenance page, which is the third tab, current information on the modem is
available (e.g. cell information). Moreover, the webpages can be updated and a guide to
update the MRx18 software is provided here.
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Maintenance
Parameter Description of Modem Debugging
The Location Area Code of the existing server cell is indicated. This
Location Area information is provided by the connected modem. No network is stated
Code in case no modem is connected or is recognized to/by the repeater or
the modem is not able to access to a mobile network.
The Mobile Country Code (MCC) and Mobile Network Code (MNC) of
the server cell is indicated. The first three digits show the MCC, the last
two digits the MNC. The MCC and MNC are detected by the connected
MCC / MNC
modem. No network is stated in case no modem is connected or is
recognized to/ by the repeater or the modem is not able to access to a
mobile network.
The cell information displays the ID of the cell the modem is served. No
Cell Information network is stated in case no modem is connected or is recognized to/by
the repeater or the modem is not able to access to a mobile network.
The received signal level at the antenna port of the modem is displayed.
The loss of 25 dB of the modem coupler integrated in the repeater is
RSSI (dBm) considered. No network is stated in case no modem is connected or is
recognized to/by the repeater or the modem is not able to access to a
mobile network.
The software version of the modem connected to the repeater is shown.
Software
If no modem is connected or the modem can not be recognized, the
Version
message "no valid modem found" appears.
table 5-17 Maintenance - Modem Debugging
Maintenance
Parameter Description of Software Update
Guide for Windows The procedure how to update the repeater software update herein.
table 5-18 Maintenance - Software Update
For software update, please also refer to chapter 5.8 Upload new software version.
Note: Observe that SW and GUI (webpage file) always have to be updated to
the same version.
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Maintenance
Parameter Description of Webpage Update
The webpages can be updated by uploading the .bin file.
Choose .bin file Choose the bin file by clicking Browse and then click Upload to
upload and update the webpage.
table 5-19 Maintenance - Webpage Update
5.7. LOGOUT
figure 5-14 Logout
The Logout page can be accessed by clicking , which is the third button on
top of the menu bar.
By clicking the button, the session will be quit and the Login page opened,
see figure above.
Logout is possible from the Status, Settings, and Maintenance pages at any time.
Note: Certain settings made (e.g. in LAN Connectivity, User Account) will only
become valid after the user has executed a manual logout.
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5.8. UPLOAD NEW SOFTWARE VERSION
The software can be updated. The new software version is delivered as

MRx18Vxxx.hex file.
Note: Observe that SW and GUI (webpage file) always have to be updated to
the same version.
1. Disconnect the MRx18 from mains power.
2. Save the new software version file to a folder on the hard disk or USB-stick of the
laptop or PC, e.g. to C:\Temp.
3. Connect the straight CAT 6 patch cable to the Ethernet connector of the MRx18
and the network connector of this laptop or PC.
4. Open a command prompt (Start - Run- cmd) and enter:
5. tftp 192.168.1.2 PUT C:\Temp\MRx18Vxxx.hex (Do not press the return button,
yet!).
figure 5-15 Upload new software version, exemplary
6. Provide power to the MRx18 and press the return button of the laptop or PC during
the boot process (i.e. red ALC LED is blinking for four seconds).
After the software upload, the MRx18 will reboot automatically.
Only the software is updated, the configuration settings made before the update are not
changed.
If the software upload had not been successful, it might be necessary to set the IP
address of the PC or laptop to a fixed IP address, e.g. to 192.168.1.10 (see chapter
5.5.4 Settings - LAN Connectivity).
6 Optional Equipment
6. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
6.1. EXTERNAL MODEM (KIT)
As an option, the MRx18 can also be equipped with an external modem for remote
supervision. Besides alarm forwarding via SMS (including heartbeat), settings of the
MRx18 can be changed remotely via A.I.M.O.S. or by a mobile by sending SMS
commands.
Several modems are available as kits; for their exact designation please see chapter 8.4
Spare Parts List.
Further information is available in a separate manual, which is also part of the CD

delivered.
Notes: For proper operation, the minimum level at the modem antenna port has
to be >-100 dBm.
The coupling loss of the modem coupler integrated in the MRx18
repeater is approx. 25 dB. Thus, the minimum level at the BTS port of
the repeater has to be >-75 dBm.
6.2. ANTENNA
An omni-directional multi-band
coverage antenna can be directly
Coverage
mounted to the MRx18 antenna port
antenna
(labelled Mobile) as illustrated to the
right.
figure 6-1 Coverage antenna for MRx18,

optional equipment
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6.3. ADAPTER CABLE
Cables with SMA male to N-female connectors can be ordered, if required. The length
of the cable is 500 mm.
7 Alarming and Supervision
7. ALARMING AND SUPERVISION
For alarming and supervision, the

MRx18 miniRepeater is provided
Display with an alarming interface
represented by three LEDs.
Without having to connect a PC

or laptop locally to the MRx18,
Alarm
LEDs the display provides the status
information described in the
following chapter.
figure 7-1 Display and alarm LEDs, exemplary
7.1. ALARM LEDS
Denotation
Colour Function/ Indication
of LED
If the LED is off, the respective MRx18 does not receive any
Off
DC power.
A green light indicates the normal operation of the repeater.
Green Power is present and the current consumption of the unit is
within the specifications.
An orange light indicates that current consumption of the
repeater is not within defined limits or the LO cannot lock and
Orange
the repeater might not work properly. Faulty segment(s) is (are)
identified on the display.
Status A red light indicates the temperature alarm, which switches to
power-down mode once an over-temperature has been
reached.
Red The temperature sensor of the controller will continue to check
the temperature in power-down mode. As soon as the
temperature has returned to normal, the controller will enable
the RF-section.
Blinking Blinking red/ green indicates the antenna alignment assistance
red/ green for approx. 4 minutes.
A red LED indicates that the input power received by the
repeater is too high. The output power of the repeater must be
limited. This will be done by the ALC. Limitation of power
Off/ red
ALC ensures that the final stage is not overdriven and that
intermodulations are kept below the limits. The segment(s)
where the ALC is activated is (are) identified in the display.
Blinking red The LED is blinking red for 4 seconds during the boot process.
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Denotation
Colour Function/ Indication
of LED
The LED is green if the repeater is connected via Ethernet.
Ethernet Off/ green
LED is blinking during data transfer via Ethernet connection.
table 7-1 Alarm LEDs
7.2. DISPLAY AND RESET & INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE BUTTON
Reset and
installation assistance
button
Display
Alarm
LEDs
figure 7-2 Display with reset button and alarm LEDs , exemplary
Functions of the Reset Button:
To align the donor antenna of the MRx18 towards the BTS via the antenna
alignment assistance (as described in chapter 4.2 Electrical Installation), press the
"Reset and installation assistance" switch (illustrated in figure above) for at least
four seconds after (!) the boot process has been finished (i.e. red ALC LED is
blinking for four seconds). This will set the gain to max. value and disable Auto
Gain for about 4 minutes. The status LED will be blinking red/green. Align the
donor antenna towards the BTS/ Node B tower to reach the highest RSSI level
possible. Check the RSSI level at the display (see chapter 7.2 Display and Reset
& Installation Assistance Button). After four minutes the gain and Auto Gain are
adjusted to the values prior to the activation of the antenna alignment.
To activate the display from sleep mode this button has to be pressed. Even
when an alarm is raised, the display will not be switched on. Thus, active alarms
are initially only indicated by the LEDs until the button is pressed. Then, the alarm
information is indicated on the display. The display will be switched off
automatically after 10 minutes even if an existing alarm is indicated on the display.
7 Alarming and Supervision
To reset Ethernet settings, username and password to the default factory

settings, press the Reset and installation assistance switch during the boot
process (i.e. red ALC LED is blinking for four seconds after power has been
supplied) and keep the switch pressed until the boot process starts again
(Ethernet LED starts blinking). It is not possible to execute a reset when a local
connection is established.
By pushing the reset and installation assistance button (illustrated in figure above),
several pieces of status information of the MRx18 can be queried. Information
given is on RSSI, actual gain UL and DL, actual output power UL and DL
(abbreviated by Pout in the display). In case of more than one segment equipped,
i.e. for dual-band and triple-segment versions, the reset and installation button is
used to switch between the status information with the sequence as follows:
RSSI of 1st segment (S1) Gain of 1st segment (S1) Output power 1st segment
(S1) RSSI of 2nd segment (S2) Gain of 2nd segment (S2) Output power of
2nd segment (S2) RSSI of 3rd segment (S3) Gain of 3rd segment (S3)
Output power 3rd segment (S3)
Reset and installation assistance button

S1 = first segment
figure 7-3 Display - RSSI figure 7-4 Display - Gain figure 7-5 Display - Pout UL
UL and DL and DL
Explanation of display abbreviations above:

S1 = first segment, S2 = second segment; S3 = third segment
In alarm condition the display shows* the segment and kind of alarm; when more than
one alarm in different segments is raised the display changes alternately between the
active alarms. When the MRx18 is in normal operation with no active alarms, "System
Ok" is indicated.
* When the display is in sleep mode it has to be activated by the Reset and installation assistance
button, first.
Note: When one segment is switched to "power down" the respective

segment is shown in the display. When several segments are switched
to power down the display changes alternately between the segments
powered down.
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8 Appendix
8. APPENDIX
8.1. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRx18
8.1.1. MRx18/x18 Dual-Segment/ MRx18/x18/x18 Triple-Segment
The electrical specifications of the MRx18 miniRepeater are basically identical to the
ones of the MRx18 single-band (see separate manual, which is also part of the CD
delivered). Deviations are stated in the following:
Existing dual- / triple-segment versions *:
MR918E/918E Two segments in 880-905 MHz / 925-950 MHz

MR918E/918E/918E Three segments in 880-905 MHz / 925-950 MHz
MR918/918 Two segments in 890-915 MHz / 935-960 MHz
MR918/918/918 Three segments in 890-915 MHz / 935-960 MHz
MR1818/1818 Two segments in 1710 - 1765 MHz / 1805-1860 MHz
or 1730 - 1785 MHz / 1825 1880 MHz
MR1818/1818/1818 Three segments in 1710 - 1765 MHz / 1805-1860 MHz
or 1730 - 1785 MHz / 1825 1880 MHz
MR1718/1718/1718 Three segments in 1710 1755 MHz/ 2110 - 2155 MHz
MR1918/1918/1918 Three segments in 1850 - 1910 MHz/ 1930 - 1990 MHz
MR2118/2118 Two segments in 1920 - 1980 MHz / 2110 - 2170 MHz
MR2118/2118/2118 Three segments in 1920 - 1980 MHz / 2110 - 2170 MHz
* further dual- / triple-segments available upon request
Up to three segments, each variable in steps of 10 kHz

Bandwidth
1 MHz to 25 MHz
Mains power 100 Vac to 240 Vac
Power supply
Local power 6 Vdc
Two segments 30 watts
Power consumption
Three segments 36 watts
Connector SMA Female
Antenna port
Return loss 10 dB
All figures are typical values.
System Supervision and Control

Alarms (per segment) Temperature,Current, ALC
Options Alarming, configuration via GSM-SMS
All data is subject to change without notice.
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8.1.2. MRx18/y18/y18 and MRx18/y18 Dual-Band
The electrical specifications of the dual MRx18 are basically identical to the ones of the
MRx18 single-band. Deviations are stated in the following table. Existing combinations
beyond, carry one variable segment in the basic cabinet and up to two variable
segments in the extension cabinet.
Extension Cabinet
Main Cab MR8018 MR8518 MR918 MR1718 MR1818 MR1918 MR2118
MR8018 X
MR8518 X
MR918
MR1718 X 1)
MR1818 X
MR1918
MR2118 X X 2)
1) 2)
Please see values listed below.
Further dual-bands available upon request
Combinations Combinations Combinations

marked with 1) marked with 2)
Noise figure MRx18 single MRx18 single MRx18 single
UL & DL Noise Figure +1 dB Noise Figure +3.5 dB Noise Figure +3.5 dB
Gain MRx18 single Gain MRx18 single MRx18 single Gain

UL & DL Gain -7 dB
Pout MRx18 single Pout MRx18 single MRx18 single
UL & DL Pout -3.5 dB Pout -3.5 dB
ICP3 MRx18 single ICP3 MRx18 single MRx18 single
UL & DL ICP3 -3.5 dB ICP3 -3.5 dB
P-1 dBc MRx18 single P-1dBc MRx18 single MRx18 single
UL & DL P-1dBc -3.5 dB P-1dBc -3.5 dB
Up to three segments, each variable in steps of 10 kHz 1 MHz to 25

Bandwidth
MHz
Mains power 100 Vac to 240 Vac
Power supply
Local power 6 Vdc
Power Two segments 40 watts
consumption 3) Three segments 50 watts
Connector SMA Female
Antenna port
Return loss 10 dB
Indoor multiband antenna Optional
Antenna gain 2.0 dBi
3)
without PSU
All figures are typical values.
8 Appendix
System Supervision and Control

Alarms (per band and segment) Temperature, Current, ALC
Options Remote control via SMS, heartbeat
8.2. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS MRx18
Note: The specifications for environmental and safety conditions are

according to ETS 300 019 (European Telecommunication Standard). For
further details, please refer to the Environmental and Safety
Specifications leaflet of the supplier.
Operating temperature range +5C to +40C

Ingress protection IP30
8.3. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRx18
Height, width, depth 240 x 240 x 70 mm (9.5 x 9.5 x 2.8 in)

Weight 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)
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figure 8-1 Cabinet drawing MRx18/x18/x18
8 Appendix
8.4. SPARE PARTS LIST
Note: When sending back the unit, use an appropriate packaging. We

strongly recommend using the original packaging!
Repeaters: ID No:
Dual-/Triple Segment miniRepeater MRx18
MR918/918 7580518
MR918/918/918 7579763
MR918E/918E 7600416
MR918E/918E/918E 7600415
MR1818L/1818L 7602825
MR1818L/1818L/1818L 7602823
MR1818U/1818U 7602826
MR1818U/1818U/1818U 7602824
MR2118/2118 7618224
MR2118/2118/2118 7618770
MR1718/1718/1718 7613707
MR1918/1918/1918 7613706
Dual Band miniRepeater MRx18 ID No:

MR1818L/918 7596747
MR1818L/918/918 7596746
MR1818L/918E 7607554
MR1818U/918 7602828
MR1818U/918/918 7602827
MR1818U/918E 7607555
MR2118/918 7618227
MR2118/918/918 7618225
MR2118/918E 7618226
MR2118/918S/918S 7617191
MR2118/1818L/1818L 7623951
MR2118/1818U/1818U 7623952
MR8018/1918/1918 7613709
MR8518/1918/1918 7613708
MR1718/1918/1918 7613705
Designation ID No:
Manuals for MRx18 Rel. 2 7598133-00
Antenna 824-960 1710-2500 7579858
RF Cable-Kit SMA to N 500 mm 7594320
Modem-Kit HC25 * 7598812
Modem-Kit PHS8 MRx18 7679560
Modem-Kit EGS5 MRx18 7615377
* The Modem-Kit HC25 is discontinued and will be replaced by Modem-Kit PHS8 MRx18.
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Designation ID No:
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V AUS 7565922
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V EURO 7604783
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V IND 7565820
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V UK 7565923
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V USA 7565924
PSU Kit AC IN 100-240 V / OUT 6 V ZA 7565921
Last Replaceable Unit (LRU) is the entire miniRepeater MRx18 listed above, except for
the manual, the power supply kits and the optional equipment (antennas, RF cable kit
and modem kits) listed above.
Note: To ensure compatibility with your system, do not order any individual
components (e.g. modems) of the kits available! Make sure to always
order the complete kit (ID must be listed above) as spare part!
The manufacturer reserves the right to replace the spare parts listed above by
equivalent substitutes!
9 Index
9. INDEX
A L
Abbreviations............................................................. 7 LAN Connectivity ......................................... 40, 41, 42
Adapter Cable.......................................................... 48 LEDs........................................................................ 49
Alarm LEDs ............................................................. 49 Login.................................................................. 27, 45
Alarming Interface Logout................................................................ 29, 45
Functional Description ........................................ 49
Status ................................................................. 32
Alarms ..................................................................... 32
M
Alarms (Setting)....................................................... 38 Maintenance ............................................................ 43
Antenna ................................................................... 47 Menu Bar ................................................................. 29
Apply ....................................................................... 33 Modem (External) .................................................... 47
Auto Gain .......................................................... 35, 37 Modem Control ........................................................ 38
Auto Refresh............................................................ 30
O
C
Optional Equipment ................................................. 47
CE Declaration of Conformity (DoC)........................ 11
CommScope............................................................ 11
Connector (DC) ....................................................... 23 P
Connectors .............................................................. 19 Password................................................................. 42
Contact Addresses - Customer Support ...... 12, 13, 14
Contrast (High) Page............................................... 29
Contrast Button........................................................ 29 R
Coverage Antenna................................................... 47
Radio Frequency
Customer Support Addresses...................... 12, 13, 14
Auto Gain............................................................ 37
General ............................................................... 35
D Refresh .................................................................... 30
Reset Button............................................................ 50
DC Connector.......................................................... 23 Reset to Default....................................................... 25
Declaration of Conformity (DoC).............................. 11
Design ..................................................................... 19
DHCP Settings ........................................................ 41 S
Display..................................................................... 50
Set
Auto Gain...................................................... 35, 37
E Gain .................................................................... 35
Output Power ...................................................... 36
Ethernet Settings ..................................................... 25 Power-Down ....................................................... 36
Settings.................................................................... 33
F Alarms................................................................. 38
LAN Connectivity ................................................ 40
Functional Description ............................................. 17 Modem Control ................................................... 38
Severity.................................................................... 38
H SMS Alarm Forwarding............................................ 47
SNMP Settings ........................................................ 42
Health and Safety Warnings ...................................... 8 Software Setup ........................................................ 27
Help ................................................................... 29, 43 Software Upload ...................................................... 46
Software Version ..................................................... 46
Spare Parts List ....................................................... 57
I Specifications
Installation Electrical (MRx18/x18 Dual-Segment) ................ 53
Antenna Alignment Assistance ........................... 24 Electrical (MRx18/x18/x18 Triple-Segment)........ 53
Electrical ............................................................. 23 Electrical (MRx18/y18 Dual-Band) ...................... 54
Mechanical.......................................................... 21 Electrical (MRx18/y18/y18 Dual-Band) ............... 54
Software Settings................................................ 27 Environmental and Safety................................... 55
Introduction.............................................................. 15 Mechanical.......................................................... 55
IP Address ............................................................... 24 Status ...................................................................... 30
Status Bar................................................................ 29
Supervision.............................................................. 49
System Overview..................................................... 15
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T W
Troubleshooting....................................................... 32 Web-based GUI....................................................... 27
U
Upload Software ...................................................... 46
10 List of Changes
10. LIST OF CHANGES
Version Changes Release Date

M0139ACG - 03-May-2011
M0139ACH - Copyright updated. 22-July-2013
- Chapters 1.1 - 1.4 updated.
- Editorial change in chapter 3.2.
- Editorial changes in chapters 4.1 & 4.2.
- Editorial changes in chapters 5.2 & 5.4.
- Figures of high-contrast views deleted in chapters
5.5 & 5.6.
- LTE information added to chapter 5.5.1.
- Editorial change in chapter 5.5.3.
- Notes on update added to chapters 5.6 and 5.8.
- Editorial change in chapter 6.1.
- Display switch-off information added to chapter 7.2.
- Chapter 8.4 updated.
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1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS 7

1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS 8

1.3. ABOUT COMMSCOPE 11

1.4. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT 12

2.2. THE MRX18 MINIREPEATER 15

3.2. DESIGN AND CONNECTORS 19

4. INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING 21

4.1. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 21

4.2. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 23

5.2. MENU BAR BUTTONS 29

5.3. STATUS BAR 29

5.8. UPLOAD NEW SOFTWARE VERSION 46

6.1. EXTERNAL MODEM (KIT) 47

6.3. ADAPTER CABLE 48

7. ALARMING AND SUPERVISION 49

7.1. ALARM LEDS 49

7.2. DISPLAY AND RESET & INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE BUTTON 50

8.1. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 53

8.2. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 55

8.3. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS MRX18 55

8.4. SPARE PARTS LIST 57

10. LIST OF CHANGES 61

figure 3-1 Block diagram MRx18/x18 dual-segment (e.g. MR918/918) .........................17

table 1-1 List of international contact addresses............................................................14

1.1. USED ABBREVIATIONS

3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project

R&TTE Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment

1.2. HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNINGS

5. It is the responsibility of the network provider to implement prevention measures to

7. Note for a Class A digital device or peripheral:

8. For installations which have to comply with Europe an EN50385 exposure

15. This unit complies with European standard EN60950.

17. Although the repeater is internally protected against overvoltage, it is strongly

Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance

1.3. ABOUT COMMSCOPE

CommScope is the foremost supplier of one-stop, end-to-end radio frequency (RF)

CommScope has global engineering and manufacturing facilities. In addition, it

Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH based in Buchdorf/ Germany, which is part of

Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH operates a quality management system in compliance

1.4. INTERNATIONAL CONTACT ADDRESSES FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Canada United States

CommScope Canada Andrew LLC, A CommScope Company

Caribbean & South American Region

CommScope Cabos do Brasil Ltda. CommScope Mexico S.A. de C.V.

China, India and Rest of Asia Australia & New Zealand

Andrew International Corporation Andrew Corporation (Australia) Pty Ltd.

Room 915, 9/F Unit 1

E-mail [email protected] E-mail [email protected]

United Kingdom Scandinavia

Andrew Wireless Systems (Austria) GmbH CommScope Wireless Systems AG