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RRU3824&RRU3826
Installation Guide
Issue 08
Date 2014-06-30
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About This Document
Purpose
This document describes the process of installing DC blade RRU3824 and RRU3826 (referred
to as RRU in this document).
Product Versions
The following table lists the product versions related to this document.
Product Name Solution Version Product Version
DBS3900 SRAN5.0 and later versions V100R003C00 and later

versions
RAN12.0 and later versions V200R012C00 and later

versions
Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
Base station installation engineers
Organization
1 Changes in the RRU3824&RRU3826 Installation Guide
This chapter describes the changes in the RRU3824&RRU3826 Installation Guide.
2 Installation Preparations
This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must be ready before
the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites that installation engineers
must have.
3 Information About the Installation
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Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, indicators, installation
options and installation clearance requirements.
4 Unpacking the Equipment
This chapter describes how to unpack and check the delivered equipment to ensure that all the
materials are included and intact.
5 Installation Process
The installation process involves installing an RRU and RRU cables, checking the RRU
hardware installation, and powering on the RRU.
6 (Optional) Installing the Plastic Shells of the RRU
This section describes the procedure for installing the plastic shells of the RRU.
7 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower
This section describes the procedure for hoisting an RRU and related cables onto a tower and
the precautions that must be taken.
8 Installing the RRU
This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The procedure for installing the
RRU varies depending on installation options.
9 Installing RRU Cables
This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.
10 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
After an RRU is installed, check the hardware installation.
11 Powering On an RRU
After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.
12 Appendix
This section describes the procedure for adding an easy power receptacle (pressfit type)
connector.
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avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss,
performance deterioration, or unanticipated results.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal
injury.
Calls attention to important information, best practices and

tips.
NOTE is used to address information not related to personal
injury, equipment damage, and environment deterioration.
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vertical bars. A minimum of one item or a maximum of all
items can be selected.
[ x | y | ... ]* Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by

vertical bars. Several items or no item can be selected.
GUI Conventions
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Boldface Buttons, menus, parameters, tabs, window, and dialog titles

are in boldface. For example, click OK.
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signs. For example, choose File > Create > Folder.
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+A means the three keys should be pressed concurrently.
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the two keys should be pressed in turn.
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Click Select and release the primary mouse button without moving
the pointer.
Double-click Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and

quickly without moving the pointer.
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Drag Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the
pointer to a certain position.
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Contents
About This Document.....................................................................................................................ii

1 Changes in the RRU3824&RRU3826 Installation Guide.......................................................1
2 Installation Preparations..............................................................................................................4
2.1 Reference Documents.....................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Tools and Instruments....................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel...............................................................................................................7
3 Information About the Installation...........................................................................................8

3.1 RRU Exterior..................................................................................................................................................................9
3.2 RRU Ports.......................................................................................................................................................................9
3.3 RRU Indicators.............................................................................................................................................................11
3.4 Installation Scenarios....................................................................................................................................................13
3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU..........................................................................................................23
3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU......................................................................................................................................23
3.5.2 Clearances for Three or More RRUs.........................................................................................................................26
3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs..........................................................................................................................30
4 Unpacking the Equipment.........................................................................................................33

5 Installation Process.....................................................................................................................35
6 (Optional) Installing the Plastic Shells of the RRU..............................................................36
7 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower............................................................38
7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower....................................................................................................................................39
7.2 Hoisting Fiber Optic Cables onto a Tower...................................................................................................................42
7.3 Hoisting Power Cables onto a Tower...........................................................................................................................45
8 Installing the RRU.......................................................................................................................48

8.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU...........................................................................................................................................49
8.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole........................................................................................................................................50
8.2.1 Installing a Single RRU.............................................................................................................................................50
8.2.2 Installing Two RRUs.................................................................................................................................................53
8.2.3 Installing Three or More RRUs.................................................................................................................................57
8.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel......................................................................................................................................62
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8.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel...............................................................................................................................67

8.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall.......................................................................................................................................71
8.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06.....................................................................................................................................76
9 Installing RRU Cables................................................................................................................83

9.1 Cabling Requirements..................................................................................................................................................85
9.2 Cable Connections........................................................................................................................................................91
9.3 Installation Process.......................................................................................................................................................94
9.4 RRU Cable List............................................................................................................................................................95
9.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable...................................................................................................................................97
9.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper......................................................................................................................................98
9.7 Installing an Inter-RRU RF Cable..............................................................................................................................101
9.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG Extension Cable...................................................................102
9.9 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable..................................................................................................................................104
9.10 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity...............................................................................................106
9.11 Installing an RRU Power Cable................................................................................................................................107
9.12 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable.........................................................................................................................110
9.13 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity................................................................................................112
10 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation..........................................................................115

11 Powering On an RRU.............................................................................................................116
12 Appendix...................................................................................................................................118
12.1 Adding a Tool-Less Female Connector (Pressfit Type) to the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side......................119
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1 Changes in the RRU3824&RRU3826

Installation Guide
This chapter describes the changes in the RRU3824&RRU3826 Installation Guide.
08 (2014-06-30)
This is the eighth official release.
Compared with issue 07 (2014-02-28), this issue includes the following change:
Topic Change Description
3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU Added the clearance for a single RRU or
multiple RRUs on the bitumen ground.
3.5.2 Clearances for Three or More RRUs
9.9 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable Added notes under the procedure.
3.4 Installation Scenarios Added restrictions on RRU mounting kits in

assembled installation mode.
Compared with issue 07 (2014-02-28), this issue does not include any new information and no
information is deleted from this issue.
07 (2014-02-28)
This is the seventh official release.
The whole document Modified the figures showing the RRU

exterior, which has been modified.
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06 (2013-12-30)
This is the sixth official release.
3.4 Installation Scenarios Modified the figure showing the U-steel

specifications.
05 (2013-12-23)
This is the fifth official release.
7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower Optimized the procedure for hoisting an RRU
onto a Tower.
04 (2013-06-26)
This is the fourth official release.
9.11 Installing an RRU Power Cable Added the power device DCDU-12B for the
RRU.
03 (2013-04-28)
This is the third official release.

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3.4 Installation Scenarios Added the requirements of the application scenarios.
4 Unpacking the Equipment Added requirements for checking the insulation layer
of RRU cables.
8.2.2 Installing Two RRUs Added the description for installing a 12 L blade RRU
to the common main mounting bracket.
8.2.3 Installing Three or More
RRUs
9.1 Cabling Requirements Added requirements for routes of RRU cables.
02 (2012-12-30)
This is the second official release.
Compared with issue 01 (2012-09-13), this issue includes the following new information:
l 8.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06
The whole document Modified the figures showing the RRU

exterior, which has been modified.
Compared with issue 01 (2012-09-13), no information is deleted from this issue.
01 (2012-09-13)
This is the first official release.

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Installation Guide 2 Installation Preparations
2 Installation Preparations
About This Chapter
This chapter describes the reference documents, tools, and instruments that must be ready before
the installation. In addition, it specifies the skills and prerequisites that installation engineers
must have.
2.1 Reference Documents

Before the installation, you must be familiar with reference documents.
2.2 Tools and Instruments

You must prepare the following tools and instruments before the installation.
2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel

Onsite personnel must be qualified and trained. Before performing any operation, onsite
personnel must be familiar with correct operation methods and safety precautions.

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2.1 Reference Documents

Before the installation, you must be familiar with reference documents.
The following reference documents are required during RRU installation:

l RRU3824&RRU3826 Hardware Description
l DBS3900 Installation Guide
l OCB User Guide
l OCB-01M User Guide
2.2 Tools and Instruments

You must prepare the following tools and instruments before the installation.
Hammer drill (a φ12 bit) ESD gloves Vacuum cleaner
Heat gun Phillips screwdriver (M3 to Flat-head screwdriver (M3 to

M6) M6)
Rubber mallet COAX crimping tool Wire stripper

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Utility knife Cable cutter Adjustable wrench (size ≥ 32

mm [1.26 in.])
Torque wrench
Size: 16 mm (0.63 in.) and 32

mm (1.26 in.)
Combination wrench
Size: 16 mm (0.63 in.) and 32

mm (1.26 in.)
Level Torque screwdriver Torque socket
5 mm
5 mm
(M3 to M6)
(M3 to M6)
Multimeter Marker (diameter ≤ 10 mm Measuring tape

[0.39 in.])
Inner hexagon wrench Fixed pulley Lifting sling
5 mm
Hydraulic pliers - -

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2.3 Skills and Requirements for Onsite Personnel

Onsite personnel must be qualified and trained. Before performing any operation, onsite
personnel must be familiar with correct operation methods and safety precautions.
Before the installation, pay attention to the following items:
l The customer's technical engineers must be trained by Huawei and be familiar with the
proper installation and operation methods.
l The number of onsite personnel depends on the engineering schedule and installation
environment. Generally, only three to five onsite personnel are necessary.

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Installation Guide 3 Information About the Installation
3 Information About the Installation
About This Chapter
Before installing an RRU, you must be familiar with its exterior, ports, indicators, installation
options and installation clearance requirements.
3.1 RRU Exterior

This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.
3.2 RRU Ports

This section describes ports on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel, cabling cavity
panel, and indicator panel.
3.3 RRU Indicators

This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status.
3.4 Installation Scenarios

An RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, angle steel, wall, or IFS06. Installation scenarios
must meet heat-dissipation and waterproofing requirements of the RRU.
3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU

This section describes the requirements for the installation clearance of a single RRU and
multiple RRUs and the requirements for the installation spacing between RRUs.

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3.1 RRU Exterior

This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.
Figure 3-1 shows an RRU.
Figure 3-1 RRU exterior
Figure 3-2 shows RRU dimensions.
Figure 3-2 RRU dimensions
3.2 RRU Ports

This section describes ports on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel, cabling cavity
panel, and indicator panel.
Figure 3-3 shows the ports on the RRU panels.

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Figure 3-3 Ports on the RRU panels
Table 3-1 describes ports and indicators on the RRU panels.
Table 3-1 Ports and indicators on the RRU panels
Item Silkscreen Remarks
(1) Ports in the cabling RTN(+) Power supply socket

cavity
NEG(-)
CPRI0 Optical/electrical port 0, connected to the

BBU or an upper-level RRU
CPRI1 Optical/electrical port 1, connected to a lower-

level RRU
(2) Ports at the bottom ANT_TX/RXA TX/RX port A, supporting RET signal
transmission
ANT_RXB RX port B

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Item Silkscreen Remarks
RX_IN/OUT Interconnection port, used for RRU

interconnection
EXT_ALM Alarm monitoring port used for monitoring

one RS485 signal and two dry contact signals
RET Communication port for the RET antenna,

supporting RET signal transmission
(3) Indicators RUN See 3.3 RRU Indicators.
ALM
ACT
VSWR
CPRI0
CPRI1
NOTE
The port for transmitting RET signals is determined by the software.
3.3 RRU Indicators

This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status.
For detailed positions of RRU indicators, see 3.2 RRU Ports.
Table 3-2 describes RRU indicators.
Table 3-2 RRU indicators
Indicator Color Status Meaning
RUN Green Steady on There is power supply, but the module is

faulty.
Steady off There is no power supply, or the module is

faulty.
Blinking (on for The board is functioning properly.

1s and off for 1s)
Blinking (on for Software is being loaded to the module, or

0.125s and off for the module is not started.
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Indicator Color Status Meaning
ALM Red Steady on Alarms are generated, and the module must
be replaced.
Blinking (on for Alarms are generated. The alarms may be

1s and off for 1s) caused by the faults on the related boards or
ports. Therefore, you need to locate the fault
before deciding whether to replace the
module.
Steady off No alarm is generated.
ACT Green Steady on The module is running properly with TX

channels enabled or the software is being
loaded without RRU running.
Blinking (on for The module is running properly with TX

1s and off for 1s) channels disabled.
VSWR Red Steady off No Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

alarm is generated.
Steady on VSWR alarms are generated.
CPRI0 Red or Steady green The CPRI link is functioning properly.

green
Steady red An optical module fails to transmit or receive
signals because the optical module is faulty
or the fiber optic cable is broken.
Blinking red (on The CPRI link is out of lock because of a

for 1s and off for failure in clock lock between two modes or
1s) mismatched data rates over CPRI ports.
Steady off The optical module cannot be detected, or the

optical module is powered off.
CPRI1 Red or Steady green The CPRI link is functioning properly.

green
Steady red An optical module fails to transmit or receive
signals because the optical module is faulty
or the fiber optic cable is broken.
Blinking red (on The CPRI link is out of lock because of a

for 1s and off for failure in clock lock between two modes or
1s) mismatched data rates over CPRI ports.
Steady off The optical module cannot be detected, or the

optical module is powered off.

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3.4 Installation Scenarios

An RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, angle steel, wall, or IFS06. Installation scenarios
must meet heat-dissipation and waterproofing requirements of the RRU.
Requirements for the Installation Scenarios

Application scenarios:
To ensure proper heat dissipation of the RRU, the following requirements must be met:
l The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed cabinet without a cooling system.
l The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed camouflage box.
l The RRU cannot be installed in an enclosed equipment room without a cooling system.
l When multiple RRUs are installed in centralized mode, the minimum clearance
requirements must be met. For details about the minimum clearance requirements, see 3.5.2
Clearances for Three or More RRUs and 3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs.
l RRU mounting kits in assembled installation mode are not allowed in indoor scenarios.
NOTICE
If the RRU is improperly installed, heat dissipation of the RRU deteriorates and the RRU may
not work properly, as shown in Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4 Improperly installed RRUs
Method of installation:
l To ensure the heat dissipation of the RRU and waterproofing of the ports at the bottom of
the RRU, the vertical deviation angle of an RRU must be less than or equal to 10 degrees,
as shown in Figure 3-5.

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l On a tower, an RRU can be installed on a pole, angle steel, or U-steel. The side-mounted
installation mode (one side instead of the rear of an RRU is mounted on the support) is
recommended for RRUs on the main pole secured on a tower. This installation mode allows
multiple RRUs to be installed next to each other at the same level on a pole. When the
horizontal distance between the main and auxiliary poles on a tower is equal to or greater
than 810 mm (23.62 in.), the side-mounted mode is recommended for installing RRUs on
the auxiliary pole to meet the minimum clearance requirements. Otherwise, the standard
mode is recommended for installing RRUs on the auxiliary pole.
Figure 3-5 Requirements for the vertical deviation angle of an RRU
(1) RRU (2) Installation support (pole, U-steel, angle steel, or wall)
Installing an RRU on a Pole

Figure 3-6 shows the diameter of a pole for installing an RRU.
Figure 3-6 Diameter of a pole

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NOTICE
l The diameter of a pole for installing an RRU ranges from 60 mm (2.36 in.) to 114 mm (4.49
in.). The recommended diameter is 80 mm (3.15 in.).
l When the diameter of a pole ranges from 60 mm (2.36 in.) to 76 mm (2.99 in.), a maximum
of three RRUs can be installed on the pole and the side-mounted installation is
recommended.
l Only a pole whose diameter ranges from 76 mm (2.99 in.) to 114 mm (4.49 in.) supports
more than three RRUs.
l The recommended thickness of the wall of a pole is 3.5 mm (0.14 in.) or above.
Figure 3-7 shows a single RRU installed on a pole.
Figure 3-7 A single RRU installed on a pole
Figure 3-8 shows two RRUs installed on a pole.

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Figure 3-8 Two RRUs installed on a pole
Figure 3-9, Figure 3-10, and Figure 3-11 show three or more RRUs installed on a pole.
Figure 3-9 Three RRUs installed on a pole

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Figure 3-10 Four RRUs installed on a pole
Figure 3-11 Six RRUs installed on a pole
Installing an RRU on U-steel

Figure 3-12 shows U-steel specifications.

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Figure 3-12 U-steel specifications
NOTICE
U-steel supports the standard or reverse installation of a single RRU only.
Figure 3-13 shows an RRU installed on U-steel.
Figure 3-13 RRU installed on U-steel
Installing an RRU on Angle Steel

Figure 3-14 shows angle steel specifications.

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Figure 3-14 Angle steel specifications
NOTICE
Angle steel supports the standard or reverse installation of a single RRU only.
Figure 3-15 shows an RRU installed on angle steel.
Figure 3-15 RRU installed on angle steel
Installing an RRU on a Wall

The wall for installing RRUs must meet the following requirements:
l For each RRU, the wall must be able to bear a weight four times the RRU's weight and the
bolts' pulling force of 1.25 kN (281.25 lbf) vertical to the wall.
l Expansion anchor bolts must be tightened to 30 N·m (265.52 lbf·in.) so that the bolts stay
secured without damaging the wall.

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NOTICE
l It is recommended that the RRU be installed on a wall in standard mode.
l When RRUs are installed on a wall in side-mounted mode, do not combine mounting brackets
for multiple RRUs, as shown in Figure 3-16.
Figure 3-16 Correct installation of mounting brackets for multiple RRUs installed on a wall in
side-mounted mode
Figure 3-17 shows an RRU installed on a wall.
Figure 3-17 RRU installed on a wall
Installing an RRU on an IFS06

In an IFS06 scenario:
l The upper and lower adjustable beams on an IFS06 can be moved up and down to fit for
heights of RRUs.

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l The IFS06 supports at least three RRUs when the ambient temperature is higher than or
equal to the lowest operating temperature of the RRU and at least 5°C (41°F) lower than
the highest operating temperature of the RRU. The IFS06 supports a maximum of six RRUs
when the ambient temperature is higher than or equal to the lowest operating temperature
of the RRU and at least 10°C (50°F) lower than the highest operating temperature of the
RRU.
NOTE
For details about the operating temperature of the RRU, see section "Technical Specifications of
RRUs" in 3900 Series Base Station Technical Description.
NOTICE
The mounting brackets for multiple RRUs cannot be combined when the RRUs are installed on
an IFS06, as shown in Figure 3-18.
Figure 3-18 Correct installation of mounting brackets for RRUs installed on an IFS06
Figure 3-19 and Figure 3-20 show RRUs installed on an IFS06.

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Figure 3-19 Three RRUs installed on an IFS06
(1) Height-restricted scenario (2) Height-unrestricted scenario

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Figure 3-20 Six RRUs installed on an IFS06
(1) Height-restricted scenario (2) Height-unrestricted scenario
3.5 Installation Clearance Requirements of an RRU

This section describes the requirements for the installation clearance of a single RRU and
multiple RRUs and the requirements for the installation spacing between RRUs.
3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU

This section describes the recommended and minimum clearance for a single RRU.
NOTICE
If an RRU is installed on the bitumen ground, the RRU must be at least 500 mm (700 mm or
more as recommended) away from the bitumen ground. The following describes the space
requirements for installing a single RRU on the non-bitumen ground.

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NOTE
l The recommended clearance ensures normal running and provides an appropriate space for operation
and maintenance (OM). If there is sufficient space, leave the recommended clearance after installing
the equipment.
l The minimum clearance ensures normal running and heat dissipation, but OM activities such as
checking indicator status and opening the cabling cavity cannot be properly conducted. If the
installation space is restricted, leave the minimum clearance after installing the equipment.
Clearance for a Single RRU in Standard or Reverse Mode

Figure 3-21 shows the clearance for a single RRU in standard or reverse mode.
Figure 3-21 Clearance for a single RRU in standard or reverse mode
Clearance for a Single RRU in Side-Mounted Mode

Figure 3-22 shows the clearance for a single RRU in side-mounted mode.

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Figure 3-22 Clearance for a single RRU in side-mounted mode
Clearance for a Single Tower-mounted RRU

Figure 3-23 and Figure 3-24 show the clearance for a single tower-mounted RRU in standard
or reverse mode and in side-mounted mode, respectively.

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Figure 3-23 Minimum clearance for a single tower-mounted RRU in standard or reverse mode
Figure 3-24 Minimum clearance for a single tower-mounted RRU in side-mounted mode
3.5.2 Clearances for Three or More RRUs

This section describes the recommended and minimum clearances for three or more RRUs.

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NOTICE
If an RRU is installed on the bitumen ground, the RRU must be at least 500 mm (700 mm or
more as recommended) away from the bitumen ground. The following describes the space
requirements for installing multiple RRUs on the non-bitumen ground.
NOTE
l The recommended clearances ensure normal running and provide an appropriate space for operation
and maintenance (OM). If there is sufficient space, retain the recommended clearances.
l The minimum clearances ensure normal running and heat dissipation but do not allow OM activities
such as checking indicator status and opening the cabling cavity. If the installation space is insufficient,
retain the minimum clearances after the installation.
Recommended Clearances for Three or More RRUs Installed on a Pole

Figure 3-25 shows the recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed in centralized
mode.
Figure 3-25 Recommended clearances for three or more RRUs installed on a pole
Minimum Clearances for Three or More RRUs Installed on a Pole

Figure 3-26 shows the minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed in centralized mode.

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Figure 3-26 Minimum clearances for multiple RRUs installed in centralized mode
Recommended Clearances for Three or More RRUs Installed on a Wall in Standard

Mode
Figure 3-27 shows the recommended clearances for multiple RRUs installed on a wall in
standard mode.
Figure 3-27 Recommended clearances for three or more RRUs installed on a wall in standard
mode

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Minimum Clearances for Three or More RRUs Installed on a Wall in Standard

Mode
Figure 3-28 shows the minimum clearances for three or more RRUs installed on a wall in
standard mode.
Figure 3-28 Minimum clearances for three or more RRUs installed on a wall in standard mode
Recommended Clearances for Three or More RRUs Installed on a Wall in Side-

Mounted Mode
Figure 3-29 shows the recommended clearances for three or more RRUs side-mounted on a
wall.
Figure 3-29 Recommended clearances for three or more RRUs installed on a wall in side-
mounted mode

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3.5.3 Installation Spacing Between RRUs

This section describes the horizontal and vertical spacing between RRUs.
Recommended Horizontal Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 3-30 shows the recommended horizontal spacing between RRUs.
Figure 3-30 Recommended horizontal spacing between RRUs
Minimum Horizontal Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 3-31 shows the minimum horizontal spacing between RRUs.
Figure 3-31 Minimum horizontal spacing between RRUs
Recommended Vertical Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 3-32 shows the recommended vertical spacing between RRUs.

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Figure 3-32 Recommended vertical spacing between RRUs
Minimum Vertical Spacing Between RRUs

Figure 3-33 shows the minimum vertical spacing between RRUs.

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Figure 3-33 Minimum vertical spacing between RRUs

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Installation Guide 4 Unpacking the Equipment
4 Unpacking the Equipment
This chapter describes how to unpack and check the delivered equipment to ensure that all the
materials are included and intact.
Context
NOTE
When transporting, moving, or installing the equipment, components, or parts, you must:
l Prevent them from colliding with doors, walls, shelves, or other objects.
l Wear clean gloves, and avoid touching the equipment, components, or parts with bare hands, sweat-
soaked gloves, or dirty gloves.
NOTICE
l After a cabinet or an BBU is unpacked, it must be powered on within 7 days.
l After an RRU is unpacked, it must be powered on within 24 hours.
Procedure
Step 1 Check the total number of articles in each case according to the packing list.
If ... Then ...
The total number tallies with the packing Go to Step 2.

list
The total number does not tally with the Find out the cause and report any missing
packing list articles to the local Huawei office.
Step 2 Check the exterior of the packing case.

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Installation Guide 4 Unpacking the Equipment
If ... Then ...
The outer packing is intact Go to Step 3.
The outer packing is severely damaged or Find out the cause and report it to the local
soaked Huawei office.
Step 3 Check the type and quantity of the equipment in the cases according to the packing list.
If ... Then ...
Types and quantity of the article tally with Sign the Packing List with the customer.
those on the packing list
Either shipment shortage, wrong shipment Report to the local Huawei office.
or damaged articles.
CAUTION
l To protect the equipment and prevent damage to the equipment, you are advised to keep the
unpacked equipment and packing materials indoors, take photos of the stocking environment,
packing case or carton, packing materials, and any rusted or eroded equipment, and then file
the photos.
l Verify that the insulation layers of all RRU cables are intact. If the insulation layers are
damaged or broken, water will penetrate into the cables, which may cause damages to RRUs
or human injury.
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Installation Guide 5 Installation Process
5 Installation Process
The installation process involves installing an RRU and RRU cables, checking the RRU
hardware installation, and powering on the RRU.
Figure 5-1 shows the process of installing an RRU.
Figure 5-1 Process of installing an RRU

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Installation Guide 6 (Optional) Installing the Plastic Shells of the RRU
6 (Optional) Installing the Plastic Shells of the

RRU
This section describes the procedure for installing the plastic shells of the RRU.
Context
An RRU is equipped with a plastic shell only when necessary.
Procedure
Step 1 Use an M6 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two screws on the metal sheet of the RRU and
remove the metal sheet, as shown in Figure 6-1.
Figure 6-1 Removing the metal sheet

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Installation Guide 6 (Optional) Installing the Plastic Shells of the RRU
(1) Screw (2) Metal sheet
Step 2 Install a buckle on each side at the bottom of the RRU, and use an M4 torque wrench to tighten
the screws on the buckles to 1.4 N•m (12.39 lbf•in.), as shown in Figure 6-2.
Figure 6-2 Installing buckles at the bottom
(1) Buckle (2) Screw
Step 3 Use four hex screws to secure the plastic shells onto the RRU and use an M6 hex key wrench
to tighten the screws to 2.8 N•m (24.78 lbf•in.), as shown in Figure 6-3.
Figure 6-3 Installing the plastic shells of the RRU
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Installation Guide 7 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a Tower
7 Hoisting an RRU and Related Cables onto a

Tower
About This Chapter
This section describes the procedure for hoisting an RRU and related cables onto a tower and
the precautions that must be taken.
7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower

This section describes the procedures and precautions for hoisting an RRU and its mounting kits
onto a tower. In tower-mounted scenarios, the RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, or angle
steel.
7.2 Hoisting Fiber Optic Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting fiber optic cables onto a tower and the
precautions that must be taken.
7.3 Hoisting Power Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting power cables onto a tower and the precautions
that must be taken.

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7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower

This section describes the procedures and precautions for hoisting an RRU and its mounting kits
onto a tower. In tower-mounted scenarios, the RRU can be installed on a pole, U-steel, or angle
steel.
Prerequisites
When the RRU is powered by an AC/DC power module, you need to install the AC/DC power
module onto the RRU before hoisting them onto a tower. For detailed operations, see AC/DC
Power Module User Guide or OPM15M User Guide.
NOTICE
l Place a foam pad or cardboard on the ground to protect the housing of the RRU from damage
before the binding. Do not stand the RRU upright because the RF ports cannot support the
weight of the RRU.
l The routing and protection of power cables should follow the local safety regulations,
industry standards, and enterprise standards of the operator.
Procedure
Step 1 After climbing up to the tower, technician A secures the fixed pulley to the tower platform
support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed pulley.
Step 2 Technician C binds the mounting kits using the lifting sling and traction sling on the ground, as
shown in Figure 7-1. Then technician B pulls the lifting sling downwards, and technician C
pulls the traction sling outwards to protect the mounting kits from colliding with the tower.
Figure 7-1 Binding mounting kits for the RRU

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(1) Lifting sling (2) Traction sling
Step 3 Technician A catches the mounting kits and then unties the slings.
Step 4 Install the mounting kits. For detailed operations, see steps 1 to 3 in 8.2.1 Installing a Single
RRU.
Step 5 Technician C binds the RRU using the lifting sling and traction sling, as shown in Figure 7-2.
The binding methods in Figure 7-3 and Figure 7-4 are incorrect.
Figure 7-2 Binding the RRU
(1) Handle (2) Lifting sling (3) Traction eye (4) Traction sling
Figure 7-3 Incorrect binding method (1)

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Figure 7-4 Incorrect binding method (2)
Step 6 Hoist the RRU onto the tower, as shown in Figure 7-5. Technician B pulls the lifting sling
downwards, and technician C pulls the traction sling outwards to protect the RRU from colliding
with the tower.
Figure 7-5 Hoisting the RRU onto the tower
(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley (3) Traction sling

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NOTICE
l The load-bearing capacity of each sling must be greater than 200 kg (441 lb) and the diameter
of each sling must be less than 25 mm (0.98 in.).
l When hoisting each device onto a tower, protect them from colliding with the tower.
l Hoist the RRU onto the tower before it is installed on a pole, angle steel, or U-steel.
l Do not hoist any thing by the traction eye.
Step 7 Technician A catches the RRU hoisted onto the tower.
Step 8 Technician A installs the RRU onto the main bracket and uses an inner hexagon torque
screwdriver to tighten the captive screw into the hole of the attachment plate and main bracket
to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.). For detailed operations, see steps 4 and 5 in 8.2.1 Installing a Single
RRU.
Step 9 Untie the lifting sling and traction sling.

NOTE
The procedure for hoisting the RRU and its mounting kits onto the tower is for your reference only.
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7.2 Hoisting Fiber Optic Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting fiber optic cables onto a tower and the
precautions that must be taken.
Context
Cabling requirements for power cables are met. For details, see 9.1 Cabling Requirements.
Procedure
Step 1 Hoist the fiber optic cables onto the tower, as shown in Figure 7-6.

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Figure 7-6 Hoisting fiber optic cables onto the tower
(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley (3) Traction sling
NOTICE
Before hoisting fiber optic cables onto the tower, connect the fiber optic cables to the RRU or
BBU based on the labels on both ends of the cables and determine the hoisting direction.
1. After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley to the tower
platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed pulley.
2. Installation engineer B places the fiber coiler for coiling fiber optic cables on the fiber
spools, and installation engineer D lead the lifting sling through the stretch sling of the fiber
optic cables and use the other sling as a traction sling to secure the cables 4 m (13.12 ft)
away from the lifting sling, as shown in Figure 7-7.

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Figure 7-7 Binding fiber optic cables
(1) Lifting sling (2) Stretch sling (3) Traction sling
NOTICE
Do not remove the stretch sling and protection pipe or bind fiber optic cables using one
sling, as shown in Figure 7-8.
Figure 7-8 Incorrect binding method
3. Installation engineer B rotates the fiber spools at the speed of 5 m (16.4 ft) to 15 m (49.21
ft) per minute to coil the fiber optic cables.
4. Installation engineer C pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation engineer D pulls
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Step 2 Secure the fiber optic cables to the tower vertically using cable clips.
Step 3 Remove the lifting sling, traction sling, and protection pipe.
NOTE
The procedure for hoisting the fiber optic cables onto the tower is for your reference only.
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7.3 Hoisting Power Cables onto a Tower

This section describes the procedure for hoisting power cables onto a tower and the precautions
that must be taken.
Context
Cabling requirements for power cables are met. For details, see 9.1 Cabling Requirements.
The procedure for adding a connector to the RRU power cable on the RRU side is done under
the tower.
Procedure
Step 1 Hoist the power cables onto the tower, as shown in Figure 7-9.
Figure 7-9 Hoisting power cables onto the tower
(1) Lifting sling (2) Fixed pulley

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1. After climbing up to the tower, installation engineer A secures the fixed pulley to the tower
platform support and leads the lifting sling through the fixed pulley.
2. Installation engineer B secures three cable ties to the power cable connector, and then
secures the power cable to the lifting sling, as shown in Figure 7-10.
NOTE
The connector on the power cable in the figure is only an example. The actual connector may vary
according to the situation.
Figure 7-10 Binding cable ties
3. Installation engineer B wraps the power cable connector with a layer of PVC insulation
tape, as shown in Figure 7-11.
NOTE
Wrap the PVC insulation tape from 30 mm (1.18 in.) away from one end of the connector until it
reaches the other end of the connector. The total length of the wrapped connector is 100 mm (3.94
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Figure 7-11 Wrapping the PVC insulation tape
4. Installation engineer C pulls the lifting sling downwards, and installation engineer B pulls
the other end of the lifting sling outwards to protect the power cables from colliding with
the tower.
Step 2 Secure the power cables to the tower vertically using cable clips.
Step 3 Remove the cable ties, PVC insulation tape, and lifting sling.
NOTE
The procedure for hoisting the power cables onto the tower is for your reference only.
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Installation Guide 8 Installing the RRU
8 Installing the RRU
About This Chapter
This chapter describes the procedure for installing the RRU. The procedure for installing the
RRU varies depending on installation options.
8.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU

This section describes the bracket assembly and the attachment plate for an RRU.
8.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole

One or more RRUs can be installed on a pole.
8.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on U-steel. An RRU
can be installed on U-steel secured on the ground or a tower. Each piece of U-steel allows only
one RRU to be installed in standard or reverse mode.
8.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on angle steel. An
RRU can be installed on angle steel secured on the ground or a tower. Each piece of angle steel
allows only one RRU to be installed in standard or reverse mode.
8.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on a wall.
8.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing an RRU on an IFS06.

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8.1 Mounting Kits for an RRU

This section describes the bracket assembly and the attachment plate for an RRU.
Figure 8-1 shows the front and side of an RRU.
Figure 8-1 Front and side view of an RRU
(1) Front view (2) Side view
Figure 8-2 shows the bracket assembly for an RRU.
Figure 8-2 12 L blade RRU mounting kit
(1) Plastic cap (2) Standard M10 nut (3) Spring washer (4) Thick flat washer (5) Square-neck bolt
(6) Hoist clamp on (7) Main bracket (8) Inner hexagon (9) Pole installation (10) Auxiliary
the main bracket screw bracket bracket

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8.2 Installing the RRU on a Pole

One or more RRUs can be installed on a pole.
8.2.1 Installing a Single RRU

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing a single RRU on a pole.
Prerequisites
Before you install an RRU on a pole secured on a tower, the RRU and its mounting brackets are
hoisted onto the tower. For details, see 7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
The hoist clamp on the main bracket is secured properly.
NOTICE
l Do not stand the RRU upright because the RF ports cannot support the weight of the RRU.
l Place a foam pad or cardboard under the RRU to protect the RRU housing from damage
during the installation.
Procedure
Step 1 Determine a position for installing the mounting brackets.
l If the pole must be installed on a tower, determine a position for installing the mounting
brackets according to the instructions in 3.5.1 Clearance for a Single RRU.
l If the pole must be installed on the ground, determine a position for installing the mounting
brackets according to Figure 8-3.
Figure 8-3 Distance between the mounting brackets and the ground

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NOTE
It is recommended that the mounting brackets be installed at a height of 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600
mm (62.99 in.) above the ground.
Step 2 Install the RRU mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 8-4.
Figure 8-4 Installing the RRU mounting brackets
NOTE
Verify that the arrows on the mounting brackets are pointing up.
1. Adjust the position of the nut and remove one end of the square-neck bolt from the slot on
the auxiliary bracket.
2. Slide the mounting brackets onto the pole horizontally and insert the square-neck bolt into
the slot.
Step 3 Use a 16 mm (0.63 in.) M10 torque wrench to tighten the nuts to 40 N·m (354.03 lbf·in.) so that
the mounting brackets are secured onto the pole, as shown in Figure 8-5.
NOTICE
Tighten the nuts on the two square-neck bolts alternatively. After the main and auxiliary brackets
are secured properly, measure the spacing between the brackets on both sides and ensure that
the spacing is the same on the two sides.

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Figure 8-5 Securing the RRU mounting brackets
Step 4 Install the RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 8-6.
Figure 8-6 Installing the RRU onto the main bracket
Step 5 Use an inner hexagon torque screwdriver to tighten the captive screw into the holes on the top
of the attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) so that the attachment plate
and main bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-7.

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Figure 8-7 Securing the captive screw into the connection hole
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8.2.2 Installing Two RRUs

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing two RRUs on a pole.
Prerequisites
NOTICE
Procedure
Step 1 Install the first RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 8-8. For details, see 8.2.1
Installing a Single RRU.

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Figure 8-8 Installing the first RRU onto the main bracket
Step 2 Use an M6 inner hexagon screwdriver to remove the four inner hexagon screws from the second
set of mounting brackets, and remove the main bracket from the auxiliary bracket, as shown in
Figure 8-9.
Figure 8-9 Removing the RRU main bracket
(1) Main bracket (2) Pole installation bracket
Step 3 Install the removed main bracket on one side of the first main bracket, as shown in Figure
8-10.
NOTICE
The second main bracket must be installed with the opening ends of U-shaped slots on both sides
facing downwards.

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Figure 8-10 Installing the second main bracket
(1) Removed main bracket
NOTE
The main mounting bracket for installing a 12 L blade RRU can connect to the main mounting bracket for
installing a common RRU in the scenarios of adding RRUs, as shown in Figure 8-11.
Figure 8-11 Connect to the main mounting bracket for installing a common RRU
(1) Main mounting bracket for a 12 L blade RRU (2) Main mounting bracket for a common RRU
Step 4 Install the second RRU onto the main bracket, as shown in Figure 8-12.

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Figure 8-12 Installing the second RRU onto the main bracket
NOTICE
After installing each RRU on its main bracket, use an inner hexagon torque screwdriver to tighten
the captive screw into the holes of the attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.)
so that the attachment plate and main bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-13.

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Step 5 Install the metal sheet for neighboring RRUs, as shown in Figure 8-14.
Figure 8-14 Installing the metal sheet
1. Use an M6 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw on the metal sheet close to the middle
top of the second RRU and remove the screw.
2. Use an M6 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw on the metal sheet close to the top edge
of the second RRU and remove the metal sheet. Then align the holes in the metal sheet with
the holes on the top of the first RRU.
3. Insert the removed screw into the hole on the top of the first RRU and use an M6 torque
screwdriver to tighten the screw to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.).
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8.2.3 Installing Three or More RRUs

The section describes the procedure and precautions for installing three or more RRUs on a pole.
Prerequisites
NOTICE

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Context
A pole supports the installation of three, four, or six RRUs. The procedures for installing them
are the same. Following is the procedure of installing four RRUs on a pole.
Procedure
Step 1 Install the two RRUs, as shown in Figure 8-15. For details, see 8.2.2 Installing Two RRUs.
Figure 8-15 Two RRUs installed on a pole
Step 2 Use an M6 inner hexagon screwdriver to remove the four inner hexagon screws from the second
set of mounting brackets, and remove the main bracket from the auxiliary bracket, as shown in
Figure 8-16.
Figure 8-16 Removing the RRU main bracket

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Step 3 Install the third main bracket and install the third RRU onto the third main bracket. Then use an
inner hexagon torque screwdriver to tighten the captive screw into the connection holes on the
top of the attachment plate and main bracket for the RRU, with a torque of 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.),
as shown in Figure 8-17.
NOTICE
The third main bracket must be installed with the opening ends of U-shaped slots on both sides
facing downwards.
Figure 8-17 Installing the third RRU onto the third main bracket
NOTE
The main mounting bracket for installing a 12 L blade RRU can connect to the main mounting bracket for
installing a common RRU in the scenarios of adding RRUs, as shown in Figure 8-11.

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Figure 8-18 Connect to the main mounting bracket for installing a common RRU
(1) Main mounting bracket for a 12 L blade RRU (2) Main mounting bracket for a common RRU
Step 4 Install the metal sheet for neighboring RRUs, as shown in Figure 8-19.
Figure 8-19 Installing the metal sheet
1. Use an M6 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw on the metal sheet close to the middle
top of the first RRU and remove the screw.
2. Use an M6 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw on the metal sheet close to the top edge
of the first RRU and remove the metal sheet. Then align the holes in the metal sheet with
the holes on the top of the third RRU.
3. Insert the removed screw into the hole on the top of the third RRU and use an M6 torque
screwdriver to tighten the screw to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.).
Step 5 Install the second set of RRU mounting brackets above or below the first set of RRU mounting
brackets and maintain a space equal to or greater than 80 mm (3.15 in.) between the two sets of
brackets, as shown in Figure 8-20.

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Figure 8-20 Installing the second set of RRU mounting brackets
Step 6 Install the fourth RRU onto the fourth main bracket, use an inner hexagon torque screwdriver
to tighten the captive screw into the holes of the attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m
(44.25 lbf·in.) so that the attachment plate and main bracket are firmly secured, as shown in
Figure 8-21.
Figure 8-21 Installing the fourth RRU onto the fourth main bracket
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8.3 Installing the RRU on U-steel

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on U-steel. An RRU
can be installed on U-steel secured on the ground or a tower. Each piece of U-steel allows only
one RRU to be installed in standard or reverse mode.
Prerequisites
Before you install an RRU on U-steel secured on a tower, the RRU and its mounting brackets
are hoisted onto the tower. For details, see 7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
NOTICE
Context
Figure 8-22 shows the top view of the RRU installed on U-steel.
NOTICE
When the width of the narrower edges of the U-steel is less than 40 mm (1.57 in.), only the a
and b modes are supported.

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Figure 8-22 Top view of the RRU
(1) U-steel
Procedure
l If the RRU must be installed on U-steel secured on a tower, see 3.5.1 Clearance for a
Single RRU to determine a position.
l If the RRU must be installed on U-steel secured on the ground, see Figure 8-23 to determine
a position.

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NOTE
NOTE
2. Slide the mounting brackets onto the U-steel horizontally and insert the square-neck bolt
into the slot.
the mounting brackets are secured onto the U-steel, as shown in Figure 8-25.
NOTICE

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Step 4 Use an inner hexagon screwdriver to remove the attachment plate from one side of the RRU,
reinstall the attachment plate onto the rear of the RRU, and tighten the four stainless screws to
5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 8-26.
Figure 8-26 Installing the attachment plate onto the rear of the RRU

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Step 6 Use an inner hexagon screwdriver to tighten the captive screw into the holes on the top of the
attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) so that the attachment plate and main
bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-28.
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8.4 Installing the RRU on Angle Steel

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on angle steel. An
RRU can be installed on angle steel secured on the ground or a tower. Each piece of angle steel
allows only one RRU to be installed in standard or reverse mode.
Prerequisites
Before you install an RRU on angle steel secured on a tower, the RRU and its mounting brackets
are hoisted onto the tower. For details, see 7.1 Hoisting an RRU onto a Tower.
NOTICE
Context
Figure 8-29 shows the top view of the RRU installed on angle steel.
Figure 8-29 Top view of the RRU
(1) Angle steel
Procedure
l If the RRU must be installed on angle steel secured on a tower, see 3.5.1 Clearance for a
Single RRU to determine a position.
l If the RRU must be installed on angle steel secured on the ground, see Figure 8-30 to
determine a position.

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NOTE
NOTE
2. Slide the mounting brackets onto the angle steel horizontally and insert the square-neck
bolt into the slot.
the mounting brackets are secured onto the angle steel, as shown in Figure 8-32.

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8.5 Installing the RRU on a Wall

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing the RRU on a wall.
Prerequisites
NOTICE
Context
The wall on which RRUs are installed must meet the following requirements:
l For each RRU, the wall must be able to bear a weight four times the RRU's weight and the
bolts' pulling force of 1.25 kN (281.25 lbf) vertical to the wall.
l Expansion anchor bolts must be tightened to 30 N·m (265.52 lbf·in.) so that the bolts stay
secured without damaging the wall.
Procedure
Step 1 Disassemble the RRU mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 8-36.
Figure 8-36 Disassembling the mounting brackets
(1) Main bracket (2) Square-neck bolt (3) Pole installation bracket (4) Auxiliary bracket
(5) Flat washer (6) Spring washer (7) Nut (8) Plastic cap

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1. Use an M6 inner hexagon torque screwdriver to remove the four inner hexagon screws on
the pole installation bracket, and remove the main bracket from the pole installation bracket.
2. Use an M10 torque wrench to loosen the nuts on the two square-neck bolts, and remove
the plastic cap, nuts, spring washers, flat washers, square-neck bolts, and pole installation
bracket from the auxiliary bracket.
Step 2 Place the pole installation bracket against the installation position, use a level to verify that the
pole installation bracket is placed horizontally, and then mark anchor points with a marker, as
shown in Figure 8-37.
Figure 8-37 Marking anchor points
(1) Level (2) Pole installation bracket (3) RRU
NOTE
It is recommended that the pole installation bracket be installed at a height of 1200 mm (47.24 in.) to 1600
Step 3 Drill holes at the anchor points, and then insert expansion anchor bolt assemblies, as shown in
Figure 8-38.

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Figure 8-38 Drilling a hole and inserting expansion anchor bolt assemblies
(1) M10x80 bolt (2) Nut (3) Spring washer (4) Flat washer (5) Expansion tube
1. Use a hammer drill with a Ф12 bit to drill holes vertically at the marked anchor points.
Ensure that the depth of each hole ranges from 55 mm (2.17 in.) to 60 mm (2.36 in.).
NOTICE
Take proper safety measures to protect your eyes and respiratory tract against the dust
before drilling holes.
2. Tighten the expansion anchor bolts slightly and place one vertically into each hole.
3. Use a rubber mallet to pound the expansion anchor bolt until it goes all the way into the
hole.
4. Tighten and then loosen the expansion bolt, and remove the M10 bolt, spring washer, and
flat washer in sequence.
NOTICE
After dismantling an expansion anchor bolt, ensure that the top of the expansion tube is on
the same level as the wall. Otherwise, the device cannot be installed on the wall evenly and
securely.
Step 4 Install the pole installation bracket on the expansion anchor bolts, place the flat washers, spring
washers, and nuts through the expansion anchor bolts in sequence, and then use a 16 mm (0.63
in.) torque socket to tighten the nuts to 30 N·m (265.52 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 8-39.

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Figure 8-39 Installing the pole installation bracket on the expansion anchor bolts
NOTICE
Verify that the arrows on the pole installation bracket are pointing up.
Step 5 Install the main bracket onto the pole installation bracket, and use an inner hexagon screwdriver
to tighten four M6x16 inner hexagon screws to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) so that the main bracket
and pole installation bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-40.
Figure 8-40 Installing the main bracket

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8.6 Installing an RRU on an IFS06

This section describes the procedure and precautions for installing an RRU on an IFS06.
Prerequisites
NOTICE
Context
l The upper and lower adjustable beams on an IFS06 can be moved up and down to fit for
heights of RRUs.
l RRUs can be installed on an IFS06 only when the ambient temperature is higher than or
equal to the lowest working temperature of the RRU and at least 5°C (41°F) lower than the
highest working temperature of the RRU. In this scenario, the IFS06 supports at least three

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RRUs. When the ambient temperature is higher than or equal to the lowest working
temperature of the RRU and at least 10°C (50°F) lower than the highest working
temperature of the RRU, the IFS06 supports a maximum of six RRUs.
NOTE
For details about the operating temperature of the RRU, see section "Technical Specifications of
RRUs" in 3900 Series Base Station Technical Description.
l Install RRUs in the sequence from bottom to top and from left to right.
l This section describes how to install an RRU in height-unrestricted scenarios. The
procedure for installing an RRU in height-restricted scenarios is the same as that in height-
unrestricted scenarios.
l When installing the pole installation bracket, you need to use the M10x50 bolts delivered
with the IFS06.
l Rubber washers are easily compressed or broken, whereas do not need to be replaced.
Procedure
Step 1 Disassemble the RRU mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 8-44.
Figure 8-44 Disassembling the mounting brackets
(1) Main bracket (2) Square-neck bolt (3) Pole installation bracket (4) Auxiliary bracket
(5) Flat washer (6) Spring washer (7) Nut (8) Plastic cap
1. Use an M6 inner hexagon torque screwdriver to remove the four inner hexagon screws on
the pole installation bracket, and remove the main bracket from the pole installation bracket.
2. Use an M10 torque wrench to loosen the nuts on the two square-neck bolts, and remove
the plastic cap, nuts, spring washers, flat washers, square-neck bolts, and pole installation
bracket from the auxiliary bracket.
Step 2 Use the M10x50 bolts delivered with the IFS06 to secure the pole installation bracket to the
IFS06, and then use an M10 torque socket wrench to secure the bolts to 30 N·m (265.52 lbf·in.).

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NOTICE
Ensure that the arrows on the pole installation bracket are pointing up.
l Height-restricted scenarios
Use one finger to push and remove the rubber plugs on the beam and then install the pole
installation bracket, as shown in Figure 8-45.
Figure 8-45 Installing the pole installation bracket in height-restricted scenarios
(1) Spring washer (2) Rubber washer
l Height-unrestricted scenarios
Install the pole installation bracket, as shown in Figure 8-46.

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Figure 8-46 Installing the pole installation bracket in height-unrestricted scenarios
(1) Spring washer (2) Rubber washer
Step 3 Attach the main bracket to the pole installation bracket, and use an inner hexagon screwdriver
to tighten four M6x16 screws to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) so that the main bracket and pole
installation bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-47.
Figure 8-47 Installing the main bracket

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Step 4 Attach the RRU to the main bracket, and then use an inner hexagon screwdriver to tighten the
captive screw into the holes of the attachment plate and main bracket to 5 N·m (44.25 lbf·in.) so
that the attachment plate and main bracket are firmly secured, as shown in Figure 8-48.
Step 5 Install the RRUs on the lower level from left to right, as shown in Figure 8-49.

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Figure 8-49 Installing RRUs on the lower level
Step 6 Optional: When the ambient temperature is equal to or higher than the lowest operating
temperature of the RRU and at least 10°C (10°F) lower than the highest operating temperature
of the RRU, repeat the preceding steps to install the RRUs on the higher level, as shown in
Figure 8-50.

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Figure 8-50 Installing RRUs on the higher level
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Installation Guide 9 Installing RRU Cables
9 Installing RRU Cables
About This Chapter
This chapter describes the procedure for installing RRU cables.

9.1 Cabling Requirements
Cables must be routed according to the specified cabling requirements to prevent signal
interference.
9.2 Cable Connections
This section describes the cable connections for a single RRU and multiple RRUs.
9.3 Installation Process
This section describes the process of installing RRU cables.
9.4 RRU Cable List
This section describes RRU cable connections.
9.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU PGND cable.
9.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU RF jumper.
9.7 Installing an Inter-RRU RF Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an inter-RRU RF cable.
9.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG Extension Cable
This section describes the procedures for installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable and AISG
extension cable.
9.9 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU alarm cable.
9.10 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity
This section describes the procedure for opening the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity.
9.11 Installing an RRU Power Cable
This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU power cable.
9.12 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable

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This section describes the procedure for installing a CPRI fiber optic cable.
9.13 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity

This section describes the procedure for closing the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity.

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9.1 Cabling Requirements

Cables must be routed according to the specified cabling requirements to prevent signal
interference.
NOTE
If a cable listed below is not required, skip the routing requirements of the cable.
General Cabling Requirements

Requirements for Bending Radius
l The bending radius of the 7/8'' feeder must be more than 250 mm (9.84 in.), and the bending
radius of the 5/4'' feeder must be more than 380 mm (14.96 in.).
l The bending radius of the 1/4'' jumper must be more than 35 mm (1.38 in.). The bending
radius of the super-flexible 1/2'' jumper must be more than 50 mm (1.97 in.), and the bending
radius of the ordinary 1/2'' jumper must be more than 127 mm (5 in.).
l The bending radius of the power cable or PGND cable must be at least three times the
diameter of the cable.
l The bending radius of a fiber optic cable is at least 20 times the diameter of the fiber optic
cable, and the minimum bending radius of the breakout cable at each end of the fiber optic
cable is 30 mm (1.18 in.).
l The bending radius of the E1/T1 cable must be at least three times the diameter of the cable.
l The bending radius of the signal cable must be at least five times the diameter of the cable.
Requirements for Cable Binding

l The same types of cable must be bound together.
l Different types of cable must be separately routed with the minimum spacing of 30 mm
(1.18 in.) and cannot be entangled.
l The cables must be bound tightly and neatly. The sheaths of the cables must not be damaged.
l Cable ties are installed in the same direction, and those at the same horizontal line must be
in a straight line.
l The excess of indoor cable ties is trimmed off, and the excess of outdoor cable ties allows
about 5 mm (0.2 in.), without remaining rough edges.
l Labels or nameplates must be attached to both ends, joints, or turns of cables after they are
installed.
Security Requirements
l Cables should be placed away from sharp objects or wall burrs. If these positions are
inevitable, protect the cables with protection pipes.
l Cables must be routed away from heat sources, or heat-insulation materials are added
between cables and heat sources.
l Sufficient slack (recommended for about 0.1 m [0.33 ft]) is provided in cables at turns or
the position close to a device, facilitating cable and device maintenance.
Indoor Cabling Requirements

l Cables are routed indoors through the feeder window.

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l Drip loops must be made outside the feeder window, and the requirements for the minimum
bending radius are met.
l When cables are routed indoors, engineers are required indoors for cooperation.
l The feeder window must be waterproofed.
Outdoor Cabling Requirements

l Cables routed outdoors must be led through a pipe when they may be damaged.
l AC power cables, transmission cables, and cables buried in the ground must be protected.
l If cables at the cabinet bottom need to be routed through a pipe along the ground, lead the
pipe into the cabinet base for about 30 mm (1.18 in.) to 50 mm (1.97 in.), not into the
cabinet. Block the pipe with waterproof tape or silicon gel, and secure the pipe to the cable
hole at the cabinet bottom with metal piece.
l If cables at the cabinet bottom need to be routed through a pipe along the metal cable trough,
do not lead the pipe into the cabinet base. The cable trough must be sealed and routed
through the cable hole at the cabinet bottom.
l When routing RRU cables, ensure that the highest positions of the routes of all RRU cables
(except RF cables and AISG cables) must be lower than the bottom of the RRU.
l Cables are secured with cable clips.
l Cables are routed neatly along the specified cabling direction and secured with cable clips.
l The positions for cable clips are determined onsite. For example, the cable clips for the
7/8" feeder are installed at the spacing of 1.5 m (4.92 ft) to 2 m (6.56 ft) in the same direction,
and the cable clips for the power cables are installed at the spacing of 1.5 m (4.92 ft) to 2
m (6.56 ft) in the same direction.
l Cable clips must be vertical with cables, and the cables in a cable clip must be parallel.
l After routing cables neatly and correctly, tighten the screws on cable clips.
Secure cables on the cable tray, as shown in Figure 9-1.

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Figure 9-1 Securing cables on the cable tray
Secure cables on the tower, as shown in Figure 9-2.

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Figure 9-2 Securing cables on the tower
Special Cabling Requirements

Cabling Requirements for Power Cables
l Power cables must be installed in the position specified in engineering design documents.
l If the length of power cables is insufficient, replace the cables rather than adding connectors
or soldering joints to lengthen the cables.
l Cables must be routed by only qualified and trained personnel before all preparations are
made.
l Cables are routed in an untangled and orderly fashion.
l If DC power cables need to be routed on the tower platform, lay out the cables on the
guardrail with the shortest distance and route the cables along the guardrail.

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l If DC power cables need to be routed close to a device on the tower, secure the cables to
the guardrail or pole with cable clips. The device cannot be far away from the position for
securing the cables.
Cabling Requirements for PGND Cables

l PGND cables for the base station must be connected to the same ground bar.
l PGND cables must be buried in the ground or routed indoors. They should not be routed
overhead before they are led into the equipment room.
l The exterior of the coaxial wire and the shield layer of the shielded cable must have proper
electrical contact with the metal surface of the equipment to which they are connected.
l PGND cables and signal cables must be installed in an untangled and orderly fashion. A
certain distance must be reserved between them to prevent interference from each other.
l Fuses or switches must not be installed on the PGND cables.
l Other devices must not be used for electrical connections of the PGND cables.
l All the metal parts in the housing of the equipment must be reliably connected to the ground
terminal.
Cabling Requirements for E1 Cables

l E1 cables must not cross power cables, PGND cables, or RF cables when routed. If
transmission cables are routed with power cables, PGND cables, or RF cables in parallel,
the spacing between them must be greater than 30 mm (1.18 in.).
l E1 cables are routed straightly and bound neatly with cable ties.
l Sufficient slack is provided in E1 cables at turns.
l E1 cables cannot be squeezed by the cabinet door when routed through the cabinet, as
Figure 9-3 E1 cables routed through the cabinet
Cabling Requirements for Fiber Optic Cables

l Fiber optic cables must be routed by at least three qualified and trained personnel before
all preparations are made.
l Fiber optic cables are used within the temperature range of -40°C to 60°C. If the current
temperature is out of the range, make protection measures or route the cables again.
l Cables are routed in an untangled and orderly fashion.

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l Do not bind fiber optic cables at turns.

l Do not stretch, step on, or place heavy objects on fiber optic cables. Keep the cables away
from sharp objects.
l When fiber optic cables are routed, the excess of the cables must be coiled around special
devices, such as a fiber coiler.
l An unarmored fiber optic cable must be bound using binding straps. If a fiber optic patch
cord needs to be secured in a cabinet or a piece of equipment, use binding straps to bind it
and then use cable ties to secure the binding straps to the cabinet or equipment. Ensure that
the fiber optic cables can flexibly move in the cable ties. Do not bend the fiber optic cables
sharply. The following figure shows how to bind the fiber optic cables correctly.
Figure 9-4 Binding fiber optic cables
l When coiling fiber optic cables, apply even strength. Do not bend the cables with force.
l Vacant optical connectors must be covered with dustproof caps.
l Fiber optic cables cannot be squeezed by the cabinet door when routed through the cabinet,
as shown in Figure 9-5, Figure 9-6 and Figure 9-7.
Figure 9-5 CPRI fiber optic cables routed through the cabinet (1)

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Figure 9-6 CPRI fiber optic cables routed through the cabinet (2)
Figure 9-7 FE/GE cables routed through the cabinet
l If fiber optic cables need to be routed on the tower platform, lay out the cables on the
guardrail with the shortest distance and route the cables along the guardrail.
l If fiber optic cables need to be routed close to a device on the tower, secure the cables to
the guardrail or pole with cable clips. The device cannot be far away from the position for
securing the cables.
l If the fiber optic cables close to a device are too long, coil the excess of the cables and
secure them on the tower.
9.2 Cable Connections

This section describes the cable connections for a single RRU and multiple RRUs.
NOTE
l A lower-level RRU obtains power directly from the external power system, but not from an upper-
level RRU using a power cable.
Figure 9-8 shows the cable connections for a single RRU.

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Figure 9-8 Cable connections for a single RRU
(1) PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU AISG multi-wire cable
(4) RRU AISG extension cable (5) RRU power cable (6) CPRI fiber optic cable
(7) RRU alarm cable - -
Figure 9-9 shows the cable connections for multiple RRUs.

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Figure 9-9 Cable connections for multiple RRUs
(1) PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) RRU power cable
(4) CPRI fiber optic cable - -
Figure 9-10 shows inter-RRU cable connections.

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Figure 9-10 Inter-RRU cable connections
(1) PGND cable (2) RRU RF jumper (3) Inter-RRU RF cable
(4) CPRI fiber optic cable (5) RRU power cable -
9.3 Installation Process

This section describes the process of installing RRU cables.
Figure 9-11 shows the process of installing RRU cables.

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Figure 9-11 Process of installing RRU cables
9.4 RRU Cable List

This section describes RRU cable connections.
Table 9-1 lists RRU cables.

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Table 9-1 RRU cables
Cable One End The Other End
Connector Installation Connector Installation

Position Position
RRU PGND OT terminal (M6, Ground OT terminal Ground terminal

Cable 16 mm2 or 0.025 terminal on the (M8, 16 mm2 or on the ground bar
in.2) RRU 0.025 in.2)
RRU Power Tool-less female NEG(-) and Depending on the External power
Cable connector RTN(+) ports power supply equipment
(pressfit type) on the RRU equipment
RRU Alarm DB15 waterproof EXT_ALM Cord end External alarm

Cable male connector port on the terminal device
RRU
CPRI Fiber DLC connector CPRI0 port on DLC connector CPRI port on a
Optic Cable the RRU board in the BBU
or CPRI1 port on
the upper-level
RRU
CPRI1 port on CPRI0 port on the

the RRU lower-level RRU
RRU RF DIN male ANT_TX/ DIN male Antenna system

Jumper connector RXA or connector
ANT_TX/
RXB port on
the RRU
Inter-RRU DB2W2 RX_IN/OUT DB2W2 RX_IN/OUT port

RF Cable connector port on the connector on the RRU
RRU
RRU AISG DB9 waterproof RET port on Standard AISG Standard AISG
Multi-Wire male connector the RRU female connector male connector
Cable on the RCU or on
the AISG
extension cable
RRU AISG Standard AISG Standard AISG Standard AISG Standard AISG
Extension male connector female female connector male connector
Cable connector on on the RCU
the AISG
multi-wire
cable

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9.5 Installing an RRU PGND Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU PGND cable.
Context
The cross-sectional area of an RRU PGND cable is 16 mm2 (0.025 in.2). The cable has an M6
OT terminal at one end and an M8 terminal at the other end.
Procedure
Step 1 According to the actual cable route, cut the PGND cable into a proper length to prepare an RRU
PGND cable. Then add an OT terminal at each end of the cable according to the instructions in
Assembling the OT Terminal and the Power Cable.
Step 2 Install the RRU PGND cable.
Connect the M6 OT terminal at one end of the PGND cable to the ground terminal at the RRU
bottom and the M8 OT terminal at the other end to the external ground bar, as shown in Figure
9-12.
Figure 9-12 Installing an RRU PGND cable
NOTE
Crimp OT terminals in correct positions, as shown in Figure 9-13.

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Figure 9-13 Correct position of an OT terminal
Step 3 Label the installed cables according to the instructions in Attaching a Cable-Tying Label.
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9.6 Installing an RRU RF Jumper

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU RF jumper.
Procedure
Step 1 Connect the DIN male connector at one end of the RRU RF jumper to the ANT port on the RRU,
and use a torque wrench to tighten the connector to 25 N·m (221.27 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure
9-14.
Figure 9-14 Installing an RRU RF jumper

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NOTICE
On AC-powered electric railways, such as high speed railways, when leaky cables are connected
to RRUs installed in tunnels, high-voltage-resistance DC blocks must be installed between RRU
RF jumpers and the leaky cables to protect the RRUs against damage.
Step 2 Link the other end of the RF jumper to the external antenna system.
Step 3 Waterproof the connectors of the RF jumper by referring to Figure 9-15.
Figure 9-15 Waterproofing a connector of the RF jumper
(1) Waterproof tape (2) PVC insulation tape
NOTE
l Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the length of the tape becomes twice its
original length.
l Do not stretch the PVC insulation tape when wrapping the PVC insulation tape.
l Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer of tape overlaps
more than 50% of the preceding layer. Ensure that neighboring layers are stuck to each other.
l Ensure that the adhesive surface of the tape overlaps the lower layer.
l When cutting off the cable ties, reserve a redundant length of 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2 in.).
1. Wrap three layers of waterproof tape on the connector, first from bottom up, then from top
down, and finally from bottom up. Start wrapping the connector at a position 50 mm (1.97
in.) away below the bottom of the connector to the top of the connector, first from bottom
up, then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Cut off the redundant tape after three
layers are wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.

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2. Wrap three layers of PVC insulation tape. Start the wrapping at a position 30 mm (1.18 in.)
away below the bottom of the waterproof tape to the top of the connector, first from bottom
up, then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Cut off the redundant tape after three
layers are wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
3. Start binding cable ties to the cable at a position 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2 in.) away
from one end of the PVC insulation tape.
Step 4 Check the dustproof caps on antenna connectors. In outdoor scenarios, dustproof caps must be
waterproofed, as shown in Figure 9-16.
NOTICE
Do not remove dustproof caps from vacant antenna connectors.
Figure 9-16 Waterproofing a dustproof cap
(1) Dustproof cap (2) Waterproof tape (3) PVC insulation tape
NOTE
l Before wrapping waterproof tape, stretch the tape evenly until the length of the tape becomes twice its
original length.
l Do not stretch the PVC insulation tape when wrapping the PVC insulation tape.
l Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly and neatly, and ensure that each layer of tape overlaps
more than 50% of the preceding layer. Ensure that neighboring layers are stuck to each other.
l Ensure that the adhesive surface of the tape overlaps the lower layer.
l When cutting off the cable ties, reserve a redundant length of 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2 in.).
1. Verify that dustproof caps are not removed.

2. Wrap three layers of waterproof tape on the connector, first from bottom up, then from top
down, and finally from bottom up. Wrap each connector with three layers of waterproof
tape, from bottom up, then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Do not cut the tape
until all the three layers of the tape are already wrapped. Cut off the redundant tape after
three layers are wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
3. Wrap three layers of PVC insulation tape. Wrap each connector with three layers of
waterproof tape, from bottom up, then from top down, and finally from bottom up. Do not

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cut the tape until all the three layers of the tape are already wrapped. Cut off the redundant
tape after three layers are wrapped. Wrap each layer of tape around the connector tightly.
4. Start binding cable ties to the cable at a position 3 mm (0.12 in.) to 5 mm (0.2 in.) away
from one end of the PVC insulation tape.
Step 5 Route the cables according to the instructions in 9.1 Cabling Requirements, and then use cable
ties to bind the cables.
Step 6 Label the installed cables according to the instructions in Attaching a Sign Plate Label.
Step 7 Attach color-coding to the installed RF jumper according to the instructions in Attaching the
Color Ring.
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9.7 Installing an Inter-RRU RF Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an inter-RRU RF cable.
Procedure
Step 1 Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof cap on the RX_IN/OUT
port and remove the dustproof cap.
Step 2 Connect the DB2W2 connector at one end of the RF cable to the RX_IN/OUT port of an RRU,
and connect the other end to the RX_IN/OUT port of the other RRU, as shown in Figure
9-17.
Figure 9-17 Installing an inter-RRU RF cable
Step 3 Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the DB2W2 connector to
0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).

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Step 5 Label the installed cables according to the instructions in Attaching an L-Shaped Label.
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9.8 Installing an RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable and AISG

Extension Cable
This section describes the procedures for installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable and AISG
extension cable.
Context
When the distance between an RRU and a Remote Control Unit (RCU) is longer than 5 m (16.4
ft.), an AISG multi-wire cable is not long enough to connect the RRU and the RCU. In this case,
an AISG extension cable is used to extend the AISG multi-wire cable.
Procedure
l Install an AISG multi-wire cable that is not configured with an AISG extension cable.
1. Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof cap on the RET
2. Link the waterproofed DB9 connector at one end the AISG multi-wire cable to the
RET port on the RRU bottom, as shown in Figure 9-18.
Figure 9-18 Installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable

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3. Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the waterproof
DB9 connector to 0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).
4. Connect the other end of the cable to the standard AISG male connector on the RCU.
5. Route the cables according to the instructions in 9.1 Cabling Requirements, and then
use cable ties to bind the cables.
6. Label the installed cables according to the instructions in Attaching an L-Shaped
Label.
l Install an AISG multi-wire cable that is configured with an AISG extension cable.
1. Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof cap on the RET
2. Link the waterproofed DB9 connector at one end of the AISG multi-wire cable to the
RET port on the RRU bottom, and link the other end to the standard AISG male
connector of the AISG extension cable, as shown in Figure 9-19.
Figure 9-19 Installing an RRU AISG multi-wire cable
3. Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the waterproof
DB9 connector to 0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).
4. Connect the other end of the AISG extension cable to the standard AISG male
connector on the RCU, as shown in Figure 9-20.

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Figure 9-20 Installing an RRU AISG extension cable
5. Route the cables according to the instructions in 9.1 Cabling Requirements, and then
use cable ties to bind the cables.
6. Label the installed cables according to the instructions in Attaching an L-Shaped
Label.
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9.9 Installing an RRU Alarm Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU alarm cable.
Procedure
Step 1 Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the dustproof cap on the EXT_ALM
Step 2 Connect the waterproof DB15 connector at one end of the RRU alarm cable to the EXT_ALM
port on the RRU, as shown in Figure 9-21.

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Figure 9-21 Installing an RRU alarm cable
NOTE
Install the waterproof DB15 male connector on the RRU alarm cable with caution, preventing the pin assignment
from being damaged.
Step 3 Use an M3 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the posts on both sides of the waterproof DB15 male
connector to 0.4 N·m (3.54 lbf·in.).
Step 4 Connect the eight cord end terminals at the other end to external alarm devices.
NOTE
Use insulating adhesive tapes to wrap cord end terminals that are not in use and fix them at a proper position
based on the onsite situations. This prevents false alarm reporting and equipment damage due to contact of
exposed cables. Figure 9-22 shows the method for handling cord end terminals not in use.
Figure 9-22 Method for handling cord end terminals that are not in use

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9.10 Opening the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity

This section describes the procedure for opening the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity.
Procedure
Step 1 Wear ESD gloves.
NOTICE
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic
damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.
Step 2 Use an M5 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the three screws on the cover plate of the RRU cabling
cavity, and open the cover plate, as shown in Figure 9-23.
Figure 9-23 Opening the cover plate of the RRU cabling cavity
(1) Cover plate (2) Cabling cavity (3) Clip
(4) Cable trough for the power cable (5) Waterproof block (6) Cable trough for the fiber optic cable
Step 3 Loosen the screws on the clip using an M4 Phillips screwdriver, and open the clip, as shown
Figure 9-24.

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NOTE
Open the clip only for the associated cable.
Figure 9-24 Opening clips
Step 4 Remove the waterproof block.

NOTE
Remove only the waterproof blocks for the cables to be installed.
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9.11 Installing an RRU Power Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing an RRU power cable.
Prerequisites
l A tool-less female connector (pressfit type) is added to the RRU power cable on the RRU
side. For details, see 12.1 Adding a Tool-Less Female Connector (Pressfit Type) to the
RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side.
l A connector or OT terminals are added to the RRU power cable on the power device side.
For details, see the DBS3900 Installation Guide.
Context
If a power device provided by the customer is used, the recommended specification of the circuit
breaker on this power device is 15 A to 30 A.

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There are two types of RRU power cables in terms of cross-sectional areas: 3.3 mm2 (0.005 in.
2) (12 AWG) complying with North American standards and 4 mm2 (0.006 in.2) complying with
European standards.
Table 9-2 describes the RRU power cable.
Table 9-2 RRU power cable
Cable On the RRU On the Pow Color

Side Power er
Device Side Devi
ce
RRU Tool-less female OT terminals DCD l North American standards: The

power connector U-03 RTN(+) wire is black and the
cable (pressfit type) B RNEG(-) wire is blue.
l European standards: The RTN
(+) wire is brown and the RNEG
(-) wire is blue.
Tool-less EPS A cable with a black jacket and two

female wires inside
connector EPU
l North American standards: The
(pressfit type) DCD RTN(+) wire is black and the
U-11 RNEG(-) wire is blue.
B l European standards: The RTN
(+) wire is brown and the RNEG
EPC5 DCD
(-) wire is blue.
connector U-12
B
CAUTION
Ensure that the RRU power cable must be connected to the RRU first and then to the power
device. The operations in the reverse sequence may cause component damage or personal injury.
Procedure
Step 1 Connect the tool-less female connector (pressfit type) at one end of the RRU power cable to the
power supply socket on the RRU, as shown in Figure 9-25.

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Figure 9-25 Installing an RRU power cable
NOTICE
Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using the clip.
Step 2 Connect the connector at the other end of the RRU power cable to the corresponding position
on the power device.
NOTE
l A DCDU-03B can supply power to a maximum of six RRUs. Ensure that the OT terminals of the blue
and black/brown core wires at one end of the RRU power cable are connected to the NEG(-) and RTN
(+) terminals of one of LOAD0 to LOAD5 on the DCDU-03B, respectively.
l A DCDU-11B/DCDU-12B can supply power to a maximum of six RRUs. Ensure that the RRU power
cable is connected to one of LOAD0 to LOAD5 ports on the DCDU-11B/DCDU-12B.
l One EPS/EPU can supply power to a maximum of six RRUs. Ensure that the RRU power cable is
connected to one of RRU0 to RRU5 ports on the EPS/EPU.
l When the RRU power cable is connected to the EPS, the blue core wire in the tool-less female connector
(pressfit type) is connected to the left port on the EPS, and the black/brown core wire is connected to
the right port on the EPS.
l When the RRU power cable is connected to the EPU, the blue core wire in the tool-less female connector
(pressfit type) is connected to the upper port on the EPU, and the black/brown core wire is connected
to the lower port on the EPU.
Step 3 Route the cable according to the instructions in 9.1 Cabling Requirements, and then use a cable
tie to bind the cable.

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Step 4 Label the installed cable according to the instructions in Attaching a Cable-Tying Label.
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9.12 Installing a CPRI Fiber Optic Cable

This section describes the procedure for installing a CPRI fiber optic cable.
Prerequisites
Before the installation, single-mode optical modules can be distinguished from multi-mode
optical modules in either of the following ways:
l SM and MM labels on an optical module: SM indicates a single-mode optical module, and
MM indicates a multi-mode optical module.
l Color of the puller on an optical module: Blue indicates a single-mode optical module, and
black or gray indicates a multi-mode optical module.
NOTICE
The optical modules to be installed must match CPRI rates.
Context
l A CPRI fiber optic cable transmits CPRI signals between a BBU and an RRU or between
RRUs. When the fiber optic cable is used for connecting RRUs, the end labeled 1A and 1B
is connected to the CPRI0 port on the cabling cavity of the lower-level RRU, and the end
labeled 2A and 2B is connected to the CPRI1 port on the cabling cavity of the upper-level
RRU.
l For details about CPRI fiber optic cable connections, see section "CPRI Cable Connections"
in the BBU3900 Hardware Description or DBS3900 Hardware Description.
l Following is the procedure for installing a CPRI fiber optic cable between a BBU and an
RRU.
Procedure
Step 1 Lower the pullers of two optical modules, insert one optical module into the CPRI0 port on the
RRU and the other optical module into the CPRI port on the BBU, and raise the pullers, as shown
in Figure 9-26.
Figure 9-26 Installing an optical module

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NOTICE
The performance of an optical module that is exposed to the air for more than 20 minutes may
be abnormal. Therefore, you must insert an fiber optic cable into an unpacked optical module
within 20 minutes.
Step 2 Connect the end labeled 1A and 1B of the fiber optic cable to the optical module on the RRU
side, as shown in Figure 9-27.
Figure 9-27 Installing a CPRI fiber optic cable
NOTICE
l To avoid any damage to fiber optic cables, the cables connected to the RRU must be installed
according to the installation process. For details about the installation process, see 9.3
Installation Process.

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Step 3 Connect the end labeled 2A and 2B of the fiber optic cable to the optical module on the BBU
side.
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9.13 Closing the Cover Plate of an RRU Cabling Cavity

This section describes the procedure for closing the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity.
Procedure
Step 1 Close the clips for the installed cables. Use an M4 torque screwdriver to tighten the screws on
each clip to 1.4 N·m (12.39 lbf·in.), as shown in Figure 9-28.
NOTICE
Ensure that the exposed shield layer of the power cable is properly tightened using the clip.
Figure 9-28 Closing clips
Step 2 Insert waterproof blocks into vacant cable troughs in the cabling cavity, as shown in Figure
9-29.

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NOTICE
Ensure that cables and waterproof blocks are properly inserted into troughs.
Figure 9-29 Correct placement of waterproof blocks
Step 3 Close the cover plate of the RRU cabling cavity. Use an M5 torque screwdriver to partially
tighten the screws on the cover plate in the sequence shown in Figure 9-30. Then tighten the
screws to 2 N·m (17.7 lbf·in.) in the same sequence.
Figure 9-30 Closing the cover plate of an RRU cabling cavity

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Step 4 Take off the ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools.
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Installation Guide 10 Checking the RRU Hardware Installation
10 Checking the RRU Hardware

Installation
After an RRU is installed, check the hardware installation.
Table 10-1 provides the checklist for the RRU hardware installation.
Table 10-1 Checklist for the RRU hardware installation
SN Item
1 The position for each device conforms to the engineering drawing and meets the
space requirement. Sufficient space is reserved for equipment maintenance.
2 The RRU is securely installed.
3 The cover plate is securely installed on the RRU cabling cavity.
4 Waterproof blocks are securely installed in vacant cable troughs of the RRU cabling
cavity, and the cover plate for the cabling cavity is securely installed. In addition,
vacant RF ports are covered with dustproof caps and the caps are tightened.
5 There are no connectors or joints on each power cable or PGND cable.
6 The terminals at two ends of each power cable or PGND cable are securely soldered
or crimped.
7 None of power cables and PGND cables can be short-circuited or reversely

connected. In addition, these cables are not damaged or broken.
8 Power cables and PGND cables are separately bound from other cables.
9 The protection grounding of the RRU and the surge protection grounding of the
building share one group of ground conductors.
10 The connectors of each signal cable are intact and securely linked, and these cables
are not damaged or broken.
11 Labels are correct, legible, and complete at both ends of each cable, feeder, and
jumper.

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Installation Guide 11 Powering On an RRU
11 Powering On an RRU
After all the devices are installed, check the power-on status of an RRU.
NOTICE
After you unpack an RRU, you must power on it within 24 hours. If you power off the RRU for
maintenance, you must restore power to the RRU within 24 hours.
Figure 11-1 shows the RRU power-on check process.

NOTE
For details about how to power on an RRU, see Powering On an RRU. For details about how to power off
an RRU, see section "Powering-Off the RRU" in RRU Maintenance Guide.

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Installation Guide 11 Powering On an RRU
Figure 11-1 RRU power-on check process
(a) The normal input voltage of an RRU is -48 V DC. The voltage of the external power supply should range
from -36 V DC to -57 V DC.
(b) The RUN indicator on the RRU is on for 1s and off for 1s. The ALM indicator is steady off.

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Installation Guide 12 Appendix
12 Appendix
About This Chapter
This section describes the procedure for adding an easy power receptacle (pressfit type)
connector.
12.1 Adding a Tool-Less Female Connector (Pressfit Type) to the RRU Power Cable on the
RRU Side
This section describes the procedure for adding a tool-less female connector (pressfit type) to
the RRU power cable on the RRU side.

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12.1 Adding a Tool-Less Female Connector (Pressfit Type)

to the RRU Power Cable on the RRU Side
This section describes the procedure for adding a tool-less female connector (pressfit type) to
the RRU power cable on the RRU side.
Context
Figure 12-1 shows the cable diagram on labels.
Figure 12-1 Cable diagram on labels
(1) Cable diagram on labels
Procedure
Step 1 Determine the length of the power cable for different operations based on the labels, as shown
in Figure 12-2.
Figure 12-2 Determining the length of the power cable

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Step 2 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable, as shown in Figure 12-3.
Figure 12-3 Stripping the specified length of sheath
Step 3 Strip 8 mm (0.31 in.) of the sheath off each core wire, as shown in Figure 12-4. The length must
be consistent with the length of the notch in the tool-less female connector (pressfit type), as
Figure 12-4 Stripping the sheath off each core wire
Figure 12-5 Matched length
Step 4 Add a tool-less female connector (pressfit type) to two core wires.
1. Use an M3 flat-head screwdriver to push sliding blocks, as shown in Figure 12-6.
Figure 12-6 Pushing sliding blocks

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2. Connect the blue core wire labeled NEG(-) to the 2 or - port and the black/brown core wire
labeled RTN(+) to the 1 or + port on the tool-less female connector (pressfit type) securely,
and then push back the sliding blocks, as shown in Figure 12-7.
Figure 12-7 Adding a tool-less female connector (pressfit type) to two core wires
Step 5 Strip the specified length of the sheath off the power cable to expose the intact shield layer, as
Figure 12-8 Stripping the sheath off the power cable
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