Kathrein‘s Remote Electrical Tilt System (RET)
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Transcript of Kathrein‘s Remote Electrical Tilt System (RET)
Kathreins Remote Electrical Tilt System (RET)Solutions for different phases
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Summary
Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Basic RET Concept & Phases Antenna System Manager (ASM) AISG/3GPP Overview & Interoperability
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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) BasicRET Concept & Phases Antenna System Manager (ASM) AISG/3GPP Overview & Interoperability
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UMTS / WCDMABig difference of mobile networks of 3rd generation (WCDMA) :
Network
WCDMA is a dynamic network with variable cell sizes !
Comparison Access
GSM TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) Separation of the subscribers by time slots Frequency plan certain frequencies per cell Hand over registration only in one cell (hard hand over) Cell size fixed
UMTS WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) Separation of the subscribers by codes the same full bandwidth in each cell registration in two or more cells (soft hand over) variable4
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UMTS / WCDMA
Downtilt in GSM Systems
Downtilting of the vertical pattern reduces the radiated power towards the horizon and concentrates it into the cell to be covered.mechanical downtilt easy handling, adjustable, but downtilt angle not constant across the azimuth electrical downtilt constant downtilt angle over azimuth but not adjustable adjustable electrical downtilt combines the electrical benefits with the mechanical flexibility
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Network
Power control and cell breathing Complex relation between capacity, coverage and interference; a growing load in the cell (quantity of subscibers, transferred data rate) is increasing the noise and the required power; communication quality is effected base station reduces the cell size
Quelle: HU Berlin
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Network
The network planners aim at a continuous coverage but with a minimum overlapping between the cells to avoid additional interferences The cell breathing changes the situation permanently from big overlapping to reduced coverage --> the cells have to be adjusted carefully by means of the vertical downtilt considering the average required capacity
Big overlapping
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Network
Remote electrical tilt enables a continuing optimisation to achieve the best balance between interference and coverage also with respect to : Soft handover Due to the low uplink power levels the subscriber signals may be received by two or three cells and added up by the system improvement of the uplink path but eating up of capacity; 30-40% of the subscribers may be in this situationSoft handoverBTS
BTS
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UMTS / WCDMA
Network
already now the RET system can adapt the network to the current status on the basis of pre-measured and pre-optimised scenarios; the downtilts are adjusted according to the following situations: rush hour coverage (specific high traffic spots) working time (main traffic in offices) evening coverage (main traffic at home or in restaurants/bars) special coverage for irregular events (sport, games, music festivals, fairs).
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UMTS / WCDMA
RET Benefits
Conclusion : For the network optimisation due to changing cell sizes with WCDMA an adaption of the coverage by adjustment of the downtilt angle is required Local control directly at the base station does not provide the required quick and permanent access Central control for a complete network section, e.g. via the common OMC (Operational Maintenance Center) is needed
Benefits : Up to 20% of WCDMA equipment can be saved Lower bit failure rate Smaller amount of drop calls Cell corrections due to network extensions can be carried out without sending installation teams to the base stations.
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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Basic
RET Concept & PhasesAntenna System Manager (ASM) AISG/3GPP Overview & Interoperability
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Remote Electrical Tilt (RET)Concept : Each manually adjustable Kathrein antenna with appropiate mechanical interface can be upgraded to provide remote electrical tilt by means of a separate unit (RCU)
upgrading can be carried out also with already mounted antennasAntenna with mechanical RET interface Remote control unit (RCU) attached
decision for appliance can be postponed according to experience further reduced number of versions12
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UMTS / WCDMA
Mechanical Interface
Mechanical interface
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UMTS / WCDMARCU features: Easy attachment via a robust 42 mm thread
Remote Control Unit
Excellent lightning and EMC protection: - screened control cable - grounded aluminum housing - each wire control cable wire individually lightning protected Integrated electronic for safe operation : - easy calibration - last position EPROM stored - no position loss with power loss Powerfull motor with low power consumption : - high torque for low temp. Application (-40 C) Just one RCU version for all antenna types14
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase overview
Phase 1 : Temporary local control
Phase 2 : Permanent control from an operation center e.g. the OMC (operation maintenance center)
Phase 3 : Fast and comfortable OMC control via ASM and SNMP (antenna system manager / simple network management protocol)
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase 1
Phase 1 : Temporary local control
BTS Control unit
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase 1
Access to change the downtilt angle on site from ground level Applications : - downtilt angle adaptation to network changes for GSM or CDMA sites - access to hardly reachable antenna locations such as on high tension line masts or chimneys (lower costs regarding number of riggers and safety equipment) - 3G sites with low traffic but without the requirement yet for OMC controlled RET
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Remote electrical tiltAntenna line configurationAntenna
Phase 1
Antennas equipped with RCUs RCUs connected via additional cable and splitter or daisy chain Alternatively the additional cable can be replaced by a connection via 2 smart bias Tees Performance of the PCA (via laptop): - antenna data transfer BTS - calibration - downtilt adjustmentPCA
RCU
Splitter Smart BIAS-T
Smart-BIAS-T
Additional control cable Feeder lines
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PCA
- AISG conform !19
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PCA
Interfaces and Signalling
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase 2
Phase 2 : Permanent control from an operation center e.g. the OMC (operation maintenance center)
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Remote electrical tiltCentral remote controlling
Phase 2
Connection between the Operational Maintenance Center (OMC) and the RCU via a Central Control Unit (CCU) Two link circles : OMC - CCU / CCU - RCUAntenna
Link OMC - CCU
CCU
Link CCU - RCU
RCU
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Remote electrical tiltCentral control unit
Phase 2
Alarm interface
Ethernet port
DC -48 V 3 AISG ports for 9 RCUs and 3 TMAs AC 100 - 240 V
RS 232 port
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Alarm interface RS 232 port
Ethernet port 3 AISG ports for 9 RCUs and 3 TMAs
DC -48 V AC 100 - 240 V
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Outdoor wall or mast mounted CCU
Phase 2
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Remote electrical tiltLink CCU - RCU Instead of the PCA a central control unit (CCU) is installed No need for a modification of the RCU connection of Phase 1 because of AISG compatibility CCU offers the control of a TMA with integrated Smart Bias Tee functionBTS TMA Smart BIAS-T Antenna
Phase 2
RCU
Smart-BIAS-T
Additional control cable Feeder lines
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Local Control via Internet BrowserUsing the Browser FunctionalityStandard Internet Browser connected with the Embedded Web Server in CCU Commissioning and Configuration of complete RET System Management of a single RET-System Very easy to use
Phase 2
CCU RS232 Ethernet27
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase 2
The CCU acts as a web server with its own IP address HTML solution The appearing website contains all required control elements for normal service and installation no separate software is required, just a standard browser all AISG devices can be controlled: RCU, TMA (TMB)
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Remote electrical tiltHTML solution via browser for DT angle information the refering CCU has to be contacted
Phase 2
access only one after the other (long procedure especially via modem) with HTML the whole page has to be transferred even if only one value changes no reference to site names suitable only for a low number of CCUsOMC
HTML
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Remote electrical tilt
Phase 3
Phase 3 : Fast and comfortable OMC control via ASM and SNMP (antenna system manager / simple network management protocol)
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Summary
Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Basic RET Concept & Phases
Antenna System Manager (ASM)AISG/3GPP Overview & Interoperability
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Remote Control via ASMUsing of ASM - Antenna System ManagerConvenient way to manage a big CCU network Fast fault detection and/or configuration change Automated actions via CCI (set, verify, upgrade ...)
OMC ASM Server ASM Clients
NodeBBTS BTS min. length 2m LPZ 1
RNC'sOMCCCI ATM ATM Backbone Backbone
ATM ATM Backbone BackboneBTS BTS min. length 2m
RNC
XML for automated Actions Central Alarm Manager
BTS BTS min. length 2m
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Phase 3
TMA
System SW
RET
ASM
Embedded SWAISG/3GPP: Layer1 + 2 + 7 BTS
min. length 2m
BTS
CCU
SNMP: IP +UDP and Kathrein MIB33
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14. Client Server Architecture of ASM 2.x (1)ASM CSA for usage in the OMC networkwith simultaneously access for up to 10 clients plus 1 administrator
Server
DB
Client
OMC NetworkClient Client
Launch in contex t/ Remote Trigger
Client
CCIAutomated Actions XML based
Central Alarm Manager
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14. Client Server Architecture of ASM 2.x (3)ASM Server+Dongle
SNMP, FTP
... ... 10.000 ASM Clients (10+1)36
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Remote Alarm Management (1)Alarm notificationVia Node-B (OEM proprietary) Programmable alarm pins of CCU Via ASM (collecting AISG alarms, events and changes) Periodic Polling Engine (PPE) SNMP Notification Listeners (Trap, Inform) SNMP Notification Forwarding (Trap)RCU
OMCA SMBTS
Splitter Earthling LPD
CCU
BTS
NodeB Launch i.C., Remote Tr. Central Alarm Manager CCI
RNC
ATM Backbone
XML for Automated Actions 37Alarm connector: 8 OC pins
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Remote Alarm Management (2)Alarm Event Management via S N M P NotificationTrap InformNotification messages: Alarm, System Event, Configuration change (Status, Parameter)
A SML Re aun m ch ot i n e Tr co ig nt ge ex r t/
SNMP Listener: Alarm notification (reserved) Configuration change (reserved)
Alarm
Alarm Forwarding (Trap)
Alarm Forwarding (Trap)
Launch in context / Remote TriggerBTS BTS min. length 2m LPZ 1
SNMP Notification Listener:Regional Alarm Manager OMC Alarm Manager - ASM (reserved) -> Alarm notification, -> Configuration change SNMP Listener: Alarm notification System event - Additional listener (configurable) -> 2 alarm notification listener -> 1 system notification listener 38
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Extended options by means of CCI (customized control interface)
Key words : - remote control of the ASM - automatic execution of predefined actions - configuration of a whole network or parts of it in a single-pass procedure - adoption of OMC commands via XML
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Remote electrical tiltMany operators use an optimiser tool for their network planning According to measurements and calculations certain scenarios are stored With these scenarios (individual downtilt angles) the network is adapted to the current situation : - rush hour - working time - evening coverage - special events - emergenciesOptimiser Planing tool Cellular NetworkXML file
OMC
ASM CCISNMP
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Remote electrical tiltDescription of the CCI performance a XML file of the planned actions is provided either by manual inputs or by stored information (Possible Export and Import of whole Database) the CCI software is analysing the file and generates a list of commands, considering also aditional actions like calibration the CCI performs the actions in a semi parallel way; the number of parallel actions can be set by the user (depending on network capacity) while the CCI is proceeding, the user can monitor the ongoing process via the CCI dialog to the ASMASM
a detailed report is created (XML and pdf format)
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Remote electrical tilt ASM Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Phase 3
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16. ASM 3.x GUI Devices (2)
The ASM ...... to setting up and control of all device parameters (CCU, RCU, TMA)
RCU
TMA
CCU
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16. ASM 3.x GUI Organisation via Views (2)
RET Systems are grouped in freely customizable Views Unlimited number of Views Assignment of Views to ASM users that are permitted to configure the RET systems contained in a View Simple usage via 'Drag'n Drop' Customizable device appearance (e.g 'Site-ID and IP') Dynamic loading/closing of Views in project-like manner47
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16. ASM 3.x GUI User Management (3)Built-in, intuitive user management Secure Password Protection (encrypted) Secure password generation (optional) Unlimited number of definable user accounts Session based and dynamic Log-in/Log-out 4 pre-defined Roles available for rights management 1) ADMIN 2) MANAGER 3) DEFAULT 4 BROWSER48
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Roadmap(*)
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3. Q. 2008
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Subject to alteration
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Support
ASM One Year Support (86010116)1-2 day Training Technical Support via Fault Ticket (web interface) and phone Software updates and new versions are free of charge Extension of the standard warranty period for one year50
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Summary
Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Basic RET Concept & Phases Antenna System Manager (ASM)
AISG/3GPP Overview & Interoperability
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP
AISG is an industry standards group working on control interfaces for antenna line equipment.
3GPP is a world-wide co-operation for standardisation of mobile communication. Generation of technical specifications, which describe all aspects of mobile communication in detail.
In former times the RET-System was just standardised by AISG.
Parts of the AISG standard were adopted by 3GPP.
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPPWhat is AISG?The roll-out of 3G systems has accelerated the use of antenna line products with digital remote control and monitoring facilities. The Antenna Interface Standards Group has created open specifications for the control interface for these devices. Future developments of the specification are expected to extend the range of devices and the available command syntax. AISG v2 is consistent with the 3GPP standards for RET antennas (TS 25 460 - TS 25 463) but extends these documents to include additional implementation standards and a control interface for TMAs. Extension Standards extend the AISG standard to include a wider range of equipment.Current version of the standard: AISG v2.0 (13 June 2006)
Extension Standards: Remote azimuth steering AISG ES-RAS v2.1.0 (11 Dec 2007) Remote azimuth beamwidth AISG ES-RAB v2.1.0 (11 Dec 2007) Previous version of the standard: AISG1 v1.1 (30 July 2004) 53
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP
Motivation:Avoiding proprietary ALD control interfaces Increase of ALD market acceptance (RET, TMA, RAB, RAS ) Reducing system integration effort (due to interoperability of different vendor equipment) Advantages for all engaged parties Network-Operators, BTS- suppliers Antenna Manufacturers
In former times the RET-System was just standardised by AISG.
Parts of the AISG standard were adopted by 3GPP.
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP Overview of Antenna Interface Standardization
Software and Hardware SystemMotor Control, Alarm Handling, Procedure Handling HDLC, XID Parameter
AISG & 3GPPLayer 7 Layer 2
APIHW Driver, Interrupt Control, Tx/Rx Buffer Microcontroller PlatformTimer UART OOK Modem PWM FLASH EEPROM RAM Power Supply Layer 1
RS485 Bus
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP2003Technology Platform (Standard)
2004
2005
III / 2006 IV / 2006 IV / 2007
AISG 1.0 Specification Release
Minor Changes
AISG 1.1 Specification Release
Adoption and Improvement of RET in 3GPP 3GPP-RET Specification Release 6
Adoption of RET and TMA
AISG 2.0 Specification Release
Adoption of TMA in 3GPP 3GPP-RET/TMA Spec Release 7 Different HW & SW versions may be required to fulfill AISG1.1, AISG2.0 or 3GPP Standard 56
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP 3GPP vs AISGNew SW commands Extension of existing SW commands Modified download sequence Partly different parameter list for commands Different return codes Less room for different interpretation Support of multi devices (RET) Layer 2 device scan address assignment different Improved scan behaviour
Weakness in AISG specification eliminated Improved system behaviour57
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP Document Status Jan 2008
AISG Standard No. AISG1: Issue 1.1=> devices in the field and new devices are running out
Standard
No. AISG v2.0
=> devices ready and are coming in the field
3GPP Release 6 (finished, just corrections)=> 3GPP TS 25.460: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: General Aspects and Principles (V6.20) => 3GPP TS 25.461: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: Layer 1 (V6.50) => 3GPP TS 25.462: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: Signalling Transport" (V6.51) => 3GPP TS 25. 463: " UTRAN Iuant Interface: Application part (V6.70)
Release 7 (currently in work)=> 3GPP TS 25.460: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: General Aspects and Principles (V7.10) => 3GPP TS 25.461: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: Layer 1 (V7.50); (V8.1.0) => 3GPP TS 25.462: "UTRAN Iuant Interface: Signalling Transport (V7.40) => 3GPP TS 25. 466: " UTRAN Iuant Interface: Application part (V7.30); (V8.2.0)
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP Known differences: AISG2.0 and 3GPP-Rel7 / Status Jan 2008Layer1IssueRS485 PowerOn
AISG 2.0bus termination + connector + pinning TMA data retained after power ON (Mode, Gain, Add Data, User Data not defined not stated
3GPP Rel7
Layer 2Issue3GPP Release ID AISG Protocol Version Substance Version
AISG 2.0PI5 = 6 (due to reference) or 7 PI20 = 2 PI21 PI5 = 7
3GPP Rel7
PI20 not supported PI21 not supported
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Introduction to AISG / 3GPP Known differences: AISG2.0 and 3GPP-Rel7 / Jan 2008Layer 7IssueTMA SetMode return code description
AISG 2.0Chapter 8.4.1. : Major+MinorTMAFault in bypass and set to normal is received Chapter 8.4.4 + 8.4.5 MinorTMAFault/MajorTMAFault with descriptionno statement
3GPP Rel7Chapter 6.8.1. : Major+MinorTMAFault and set to normal is received and not possible to set Chapter 6.8.4 + 6.8.5 MinorTMAFault/MajorTMAFault without description Chapter 6.2.2.procedure