CTXX 5233

ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 1 (27)
ULTOP
Introduction to Nokia UItraSite
SoIution
Training Document
Error! EstiIo no definido.
2 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and describes only the
product defined in the introduction of this documentation. This document is intended for the
use of Nokia Networks' customers only for the purposes of the agreement under which the
document is submitted, and no part of it may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or
means without the prior written permission of Nokia Networks. The document has been
prepared to be used by professional and properly trained personnel, and the customer
assumes full responsibility when using it. Nokia Networks welcomes customer comments as
part of the process of continuous development and improvement of the documentation.
The information or statements given in this document concerning the suitability, capacity, or
performance of the mentioned hardware or software products cannot be considered binding
but shall be defined in the agreement made between Nokia Networks and the customer.
However, Nokia Networks has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the instructions
contained in the document are adequate and free of material errors and omissions. Nokia
Networks will, if necessary, explain issues which may not be covered by the document.
Nokia Networks' liability for any errors in the document is limited to the documentary
correction of errors. Nokia Networks WLL NOT BE RESPONSBLE N ANY EVENT FOR
ERRORS N THS DOCUMENT OR FOR ANY DAMAGES, NCDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTAL (NCLUDNG MONETARY LOSSES), that might arise from the use of this
document or the information in it.
This document and the product it describes are considered protected by copyright according
to the applicable laws.
NOKA logo is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation.
Other product names mentioned in this document may be trademarks of their respective
companies, and they are mentioned for identification purposes only.
Copyright Nokia Networks Oy 2000. All rights reserved.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 3 (27)
Contents
1 Introduction............................................................................... 4
1.1 Module objectives....................................................................... 4
2 UItrasite concepts..................................................................... 5
2.1 Cellular business trend evolution ................................................ 5
3 UItraSite soIution area.............................................................. 9
3.1 Macro-cellular network................................................................ 9
3.2 Multi-layer network.................................................................... 11
4 UItraSite soIution architecture............................................... 14
4.1 Nokia UltraSite building blocks ................................................. 15
4.2 Nokia UltraSite Base Station..................................................... 16
4.3 Antenna Systems ..................................................................... 20
4.4 Nokia UltraSite Radio part ........................................................ 21
4.4.1 Nokia UltraHopper Microwave Radio........................................ 21
4.4.2 Nokia Flexihopper Microwave Radio......................................... 22
4.5 Network Management System for Ultrasite............................... 24
5 Review Questions................................................................... 27
Error! EstiIo no definido.
4 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
1 Introduction
Nokia UltraSite is a complete macro-cellular solution Ior GSM networks. It
provides the operators with the needed high traIIic and transmission capacity
along with wide cell ranges. The solution will also play an essential role in
Iuture multimedia networks.
1.1 ModuIe objectives
At the end oI the module the participant will be able to:
Describe the cellular business trend evolution (steps toward GSM 3
rd
system)
Answer the question: "Why do we need UltraSite Solution?"
Describe the diIIerent cellular network such as Macro-cellular, Multilayer and
Multimedia Networks
Describe the Nokia UltraSite Base Station: General Concepts
Describe Nokia UltraSite Radio Part :General Concepts
Describe Nokia UltraSite Antenna System: General Concepts
Describe the Network Management System Ior UltraSite: General Concepts
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 5 (27)
2 UItrasite concepts
2.1 CeIIuIar business trend evoIution
The growth oI mobile penetration and industrial change towards data and
multimedia increases the challenges oI macro-cellular solutions. There is a
continuous need Ior high-density traIIic and transmission capabilities in
addition to support Ior the ongoing data evolution. A concurrent need Ior
capacity and quality improvements raise ever-increasing demands Ior network
operations.
Cellular operators are responding to these demands by providing high capacity
sites. The Nokia UltraSite System is designed Ior serving these demands.
Why Nokia UltraSite Solution?
Nokia UltraSite is a system designed to provide both traditional voice and data
Ior Iuture applications and Iuture multimedia. The Nokia UltraSite system is a
common platIorm Ior GSM, HSCSD, EDGE, GPRS, and also integration to
WCDMA.
Figure 1. Why UltraSite
Nokia UltraSite supports the idea oI integration between mobile and Internet
communications, which requires the network that, can provide wide range oI
applications.
Due to the increasing number oI mobile and new enhanced data service the
required transmission capacity oI the mobile network will grow rapidly. Nokia
UltraSite is ready Ior this demand by introducing higher bit-rates transmission
Error! EstiIo no definido.
6 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
synchronous digital hierarchy (SDH) which can be used with wide range oI
transmission media.
The new applications will make the multimedia attractive to more users and
higher revenue.
Figure 2. Mobile multimedia is here
The Mobile video telephony provides real-time video and voice calls with good
quality.
The Mobile InIotainment provides inIormation on travel, weather, sports, etc.
The Mobile Media provides news services with video clips and advertisements.
The Mobile Inter/Intranet provides accessing to web Ior surIing or to corporate
Intranet Ior Iile downloading.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 7 (27)
The Nokia UltraSite with EDGE is a step towards real multimedia applications,
enabled by higher data speeds. The Nokia UltraSite takes current networks to
new levels, and the networks oI today will evolve via EDGE to WCDMA.
Figure 3. UltraSite the gateway to mobile multimedia
The data evolution showed in Figure 4 shows the need Ior higher data
transmission according Iuture growth.
Figure 4. GSM evolution to multimedia data rates
With GSM HS (high speed) we can have 9.6-14.4 Kbps as data rates.
We can have the CSD too. Circuit Switched Data provides the possibility to use
up to 4 TS in order to increase the speed data up to 57.6 Kbps.
The most important step towards good data rates is GPRS (General Packet
Radio System).
Error! EstiIo no definido.
8 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Another step in data rates evolution is EDGE (enhanced data rate Ior GSM
evolution): with EDGE the modulation system is changed Irom
GMSK(Gaussian Minimum ShiIt Keying) to 8-PSK (Phase ShiIt Keying) that
provides a triple bit rate .
EDGE Ior GSM is called ECSD. It provides up to 43.2Kbps, EDGE Ior GPRS
is called EGPRS.
Instead WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) provides 2Mbps
as highest bit rates.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 9 (27)
3 UItraSite soIution area
The Nokia UltraSite is a new complete macro-cellular solution Ior GSM
networks that will also play an essential role in Iuture multimedia networks. It
provides the necessary high traIIic and transmission capacity along with
stretched cell ranges. It also brings the latest developments in data
communications to the network along with the traditional voice services. As the
evolution goes towards 3
rd
generation, the solution supports also the integration
oI WCDMA into it later on.
Why UItraSite (2) ?
MacroceIIuIar SoIution
MuItiIayer Network SoIution
MuItimedia Network SoIution
Nokia UItraSite Provides these soIutions :
Figure 5. Why UltraSite
The Iollowing chapters introduce how Nokia UltraSite solution can be utilized
in various cellular networks.
3.1 Macro-ceIIuIar network
Macro-cellular network requires high traIIic capacity Ior cities and wide
coverage Ior the rural area. The Nokia UltraSite solution provides both oI them.
Due to the high output power and receive sensitivity the Nokia UltraSite
provides an extremely good cell range. This can be utilized to create Iast
coverage and thereIore quick revenue when building the network. In rural areas
where the traIIic is small the number oI the sites can be kept smaller.
II the operator has a wide Irequency allocation in their usage, the Nokia
UltraSite can be oI great aid due to its compact size and high transceiver
capacity per cabinet, and per site. The capacity can be expanded by just adding
more transceivers to the existing macro sites by bringing the UltraSite there.
For many operators, the dense urban area is already Iully covered with the
existing macro-layer, and by the time the spectrum allocated is Iully exploited,
(i.e., all the Irequencies are used), the needed capacity expansions can be
achieved with UltraSite by:
Error! EstiIo no definido.
10 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
0 Dual band roll-out
1 Micro-layer deployment in multi-layer network
2 Nokia soIt capacity Ieatures
Requirement :
Provides high traffic capacityin the city and wide coverage in rural
areas.
SoIution to capacity :
UltraSite BTSprovides12 TRX's per cabinet and 108 TRX's in 9 cabinets per
site.
dual band GSM900/GSM1800
Nokia Soft Capacity Features
SoIution to coverage :
UltraSite BTSprovides high output power and high receive sensitivity 44.5
dBm (28.2 W) with bypass combiner
offer an extremely wide cell range
Figure 6. Macro-cellular network
Dual band conIigurations can be made either into single or multiple cabinets
with UltraSite. Integrated dual band diplexers allow the usage oI common
antenna Ieeders and antennas.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 11 (27)
3.2 MuIti-Iayer network
Dividing it into overlapping macro, micro, and even pico-layers can increase the
capacity oI a cellular network. Nokia UltraSite is the solution Ior the macro-
layer operation, whereas Nokia MetroSite Solution and Nokia InSite BTSs are
designed Ior the reduced-cell-size layers.
Requirement :
For more capacity, the network needs to be divided into macrocells,
microcell and picocell.
Nokia UItraSiteoffers the macrocellular solution
Nokia InSiteoffers the picocellular solution
Solution :
Nokia MetroSiteoffers the microcellular solution
Figure 7. Multi-layer network
Nokia's solutions Ior these diIIerent network layers are Iully compatible so that
they Iorm one Iunctional network. This network can use a common Network
Management System (NMS) and Base Station Controllers (BSCs). The versatile
and high-capacity transmission oI Nokia UltraSite oIIers an access solution to
the micro-layer. No separate access transmission network needs to be built Ior
diIIerent network layers.
3.3 MuItimedia network
Nokia UltraSite provides a platIorm Ior the voice and data services oI the Iuture
multimedia networks. Nokia UltraSite supports the existing voice services and
the new High Speed Circuit Switched Data (HSCSD) and General Packet Radio
Service (GPRS) data services.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
12 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
The HSCSD oIIers higher data rates particularly Ior applications requiring
constant data speeds such as video conIerencing, remote LAN access, and
wireless imaging. With the GPRS, GSM networks will work seamlessly within
Internet networks. In addition, data transmission capability will receive a
massive boost with speeds in excess oI 100 Kbps.
Figure 8. Multimedia network
The EDGE standard will increase the data rates even higher with EGPRS and
ECSD services. As the modulation scheme will change, SW and HW updates
are required anyway in the existing networks. Nokia UltraSite supports EDGE
services and even upgrading the network services Iurther on. In the Iuture,
Nokia UltraSite will allow upgrades to UMTS by supporting integration oI
WCDMA carriers into Nokia UltraSite cabinets.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 13 (27)
Figure 9. Gateway to multimedia services
The transmission capacity requirements will be much higher with the new
services. Nokia UltraSite has integrated transmission capacity Ior all the
Ioreseen needs.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
14 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
4 UItraSite soIution architecture
Many operators have invested a lot in their macro-cellular networks and
continuously expand them Ior capacity reasons. Also the older existing
equipment does not always support the latest available Ieatures and thus they
need to be upgraded.
Nokia UltraSite is designed to make the macro-cellular network expansion and
upgrade Ieasible. Not only has Nokia UltraSite BTS a high TRX count per
cabinet but the cabinets on site can also be chained together. Further, Ilexible
antenna combining stages allow building various conIigurations.
Figure 10. Nokia UltraSite GSM Base Station telecom features
The expansion oI the Nokia Talk-Iamily sites using Nokia UltraSite has been
made easy. The upgradability to the Iuture services in the whole network has
been taken into consideration in the solution architecture. Upgrades are
supported with minimum changes in the equipment.
Transmission has been oI special importance in product design. The
transmission solution Ior various network layers is seamless. With Nokia
UltraSite's scalable high-capacity access transmission, the needs oI large
capacity networks and data services can be IulIilled.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 15 (27)
Wide and flexible coverage area
High voice and data capacity
MetroSite BTS
InSite
BTS
InSite
BTS
Coverage
Capacity
Prime
Site
Prime
Site
Flexi
Talk
Flexi
Talk
CityTalk
IntraTalk
CityTalk
IntraTalk
Nokia UltraSite GSM
BTS
Chaining
options
Figure 11. Nokia UltraSite GSM Base Station for multimedia coverage
Particular emphasis has been put to ease the implementation and operability oI
the network and to speed up network rollout.
4.1 Nokia UItraSite buiIding bIocks
Nokia UltraSite consists oI the Iollowing elements:
0 Nokia UltraSite Base Station
1 Nokia UltraSite Support
2 Nokia UltraSite Antenna Systems
3 Nokia UltraHopper Microwave Radio
4 Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio
Note
A short overview oI each element is given in the Iollowing sections. Detailed
technical inIormation can be Iound in the appropriate ULTOP modules.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
16 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
4.2 Nokia UItraSite Base Station
Outdoor
up to 12 TRXs
1840 x 770 x 750 mm
(H x W x D)
Indoor
up to 12 TRXs
6 TRXs and 3 WCDMA carriers
1700 x 600 x 570 mm
Midi Indoor
up to 6 TRXs
1170 x 600 x 570 mm
Figure 12. Nokia UltraSite BTS outdoor, indoor and midi indoor
cabinets
Nokia UltraSite BTS is used in GSM 900, GSM 1800, and GSM 1900 systems,
or as a GSM 900/GSM1800 Dual Band Base Station. It is optimized Ior macro-
cellular applications.
Nokia UltraSite indoor and outdoor BTSs are oIIered as 1 - 12 TRX cabinets, or
they can be conIigured to hold up to six TRXs and an optional integrated
battery backup system. Up to 40 Ah capacity can be provided, which means 45
minutes backup time Ior those six TRXs. Additionally, Nokia UltraSite BTS
Midi Indoor, a 1 - 6 TRX BTS Ior indoor installations, is available.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 17 (27)
All GSM frequency bandssupported
GSM 900
GSM 1800
GSM 1900
Full Dual Band support
GSM 900/GSM 1800
Single BCCHfor dual band (in BSS10)
EDGE(available in BSS10)
GSM 900
GSM 1800
GSM 1900
WCDMA integration (by 2001)
WCDMAequipment integrated into
Nokia UltraSiteBaseStation for 2GHz
Figure 13. UltraSite BTS
The Nokia UltraSite BTS cabinet accommodates up to 12 TRXs. This makes
the Nokia UltraSite BTS an eIIicient solution Ior building capacity in mobile
networks in the areas oI heavy telecommunication traIIic. With the BTS's high
output power and receiver sensitivity, large coverage can be achieved in rural
areas when building the network. The output power can be Iurther increased
with an optional booster.
Chaining Nokia UltraSite BTSs can increase capacity. In most conIigurations,
only the synchronization cabling is needed between the cabinets. Up to nine
Nokia UltraSite BTSs can be chained together. With RF hopping, sectors split
between diIIerent cabinets can use common hopping Irequencies. Base-band
Irequency hopping is not possible between the chained cabinets (i.e., they must
have separate hopping groups). Nonetheless, base band hopping with TRXs in a
single-cabinet sector is supported.
The Nokia UltraSite BTS can be used as an omni or sectored base station. As to
the sectoring, there are virtually no constraints. In BSC SW release S10, the
sectors can be split between the cabinets with the Multi-BCF Ieature. In dual
band case, any sector can be conIigured to operate either on 900 MHz or 1800
MHz band.
The Nokia UltraSite BTS can be installed in the same site as Nokia Talk-Family
BTSs. These cabinets have a similar physical appearance and compatible
interIaces. They have the same Iootprints and mounting options. The existing
Nokia Talk-Iamily sectors can be expanded horizontally with the Nokia
UltraSite BTS using the Multi-BCF Ieature.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
18 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Cabinets can be chained for larger configurations :
12+12+12 in 3 cabinets and up to 108 TRXs in 9 cabinets.
Nokia UltraSite BTScan also be used in cases where the
expansion of existing Talk-family sites is needed.
Nokia UltraSite can be placed side by side and integrated into a
Talk-family site as an upgrade cabinet.
Chaining Nokia
UltraSite provides
extremely high GSM
traffic capacity per site
Figure 14. Adaptive platform
Nokia UltraSite BTS oIIers a platIorm Ior GSM multimedia services. HSCSD
and GPRS CS 1 and 2 services are supported with the existing hardware. EDGE
support can easily be accomplished with minimum HW changes. Only the
EDGE TRX and Base Band units need to be installed; all the other units remain
as they are. BTS SW release in use must support EDGE Iunctionality. Basic
GSM and EDGE TRXs can coexist in the same cabinet and cell.
MuItimedia Coverage
HSCSD
GPRSCS1 & CS2
Full capacity EDGE
Evolution to WCDMA
High Site Capacity
12 TRXBTSwith chaining capability
Site evolution through TALKco-siting
Dual Band and Soft Capacity features
SeamIessCoverage
mproved link budget
CE, ECbFH, extended cell
Figure 15. Nokia UltraSite GSM BS
WCDMA carriers can as well be added into Nokia UltraSite BTSs. They can
operate simultaneously with the basic GSM and EDGE TRXs. The use oI
WCDMA equipment reduces the maximum number oI basic GSM and EDGE
TRXs to six in one cabinet.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 19 (27)
The Nokia UltraSite BTS has Iour slots reserved Ior the integrated transmission
units. The BTS can even be used as a transmission hub in the BSS network. The
built-in transmission capacity is adequate Ior any Ioreseen application.
Nokia UltraSite GSM BTS
- up to 4 transmission
units per BTS
- more interfaces by BTS
chaining
n one side SDH
and PDH are
merged
Up to 48 x 2 Mbit/s
Add Drop Capacity
SDH Loop
Nokia
UltraSite
GSM BTS
16 x 2Mbit/s
4 x 2 Mbit/s
4 x 2 Mbit/s
Copper
4 x 2 Mbit/s
Copper
Embedded
Transmission
Hub
Figure 16. Nokia UltraSite GSM BTS with embedded hub
This integrated transmission supports various transmission media, such as
copper wire, optical Iiber and microwaves. The signals can be multiplexed
using either PDH or SDH. Signals can be cross-connected up to 8 Kbps level in
the BTS. Alternatives Ior integrated transmission interIaces are:
0 T1 balanced
1 E1 balanced or unbalanced
2 Flexbus interIace. Flexbus is a Nokia proprietary coaxial interIace
that oIIers up to 16 x 2 Mbps capacity. It is compatible with Nokia
FlexiHopper Microwave Radio and Nokia MetroHopper Radio and
it can also be used Ior connecting the BTSs together on the site
3 Optical STM-1
Various antenna-combining options are provided:
0 Combing by-pass
1 2-way wideband combining
2 4-way wideband combining
Remote tune combining (6:1)
Error! EstiIo no definido.
20 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
4.3 Antenna Systems
Nokia Antenna Systems have been designed to meet the demands Ior compact
size, robust construction, strictly deIined radiation patterns and aesthetic
appearance. The number oI components in the whole solution has been
minimized.
Nokia UItraSite Pack Antennas
VerticaI PoIarised PaneI antennas
900 MHz 15.5/17/18.5 dBi 65
1710-1900 MHz 15.5dBi 65
1710-1900 MHz 16.5/18 dBi 65tilting
Figure 17. Antenna
The usage oI cross-polarized and dual band antennas as well as diplexers,
minimize the visual impact which has become an issue in many countries. There
are also additional beneIits oI keeping into a selected portIolio, Ior example,
Iaster planning and roll out.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 21 (27)
Designed to meet demandsfor :
compact size
tough construction
strictly defined radiation pattern
aestethic appearance
Minimized visuaI impact with :
Cross-polarized and dual band antenna
Duplexers
New MHA
providehigher gain than theold one
improvesRXsensitivity and filtersout
interference
reducescall drop-outs
UItimateIy increasesrevenuesfor
operators
Figure 18. Antenna system
4.4 Nokia UItraSite Radio part
4.4.1 Nokia UItraHopper Microwave Radio
Due to the increasing number oI mobile users and new enhanced data services
the required transmission capacity oI the mobile network will grow rapidly. The
transmission capacity used today in cellular access networks is typically built oI
a maximum oI 16x2 Mbps connections with PDH (Plesiochronous Digital
Hierarchy) technology. For higher bit-rates, Synchronous Digital Hierarchy
(SDH) is the next logical step, as it is already widely used in high-capacity Iixed
networks.
Nokia UltraHopper Microwave Radio is the wireless alternative to optical
Iibers, combining the high capacity SDH with the advantage oI radio
transmission, such as Iast roll-out and long-term cost-eIIiciency.
Nokia UltraHopper Microwave Radio provides an STM-1 (155 Mbps) point-to-
point connections, with approximately Iour times more capacity than typical
PDH radios. It has been developed Ior an increased demand oI transmission
capacity in the cellular access networks and a demand Ior a Iast connection
implementation inside the Iixed SDH network. Nokia UltraHopper Microwave
Radio is also an attractive solution in areas where Iixed cabling does not exist or
would be very diIIicult to construct.
The Nokia UltraHopper SDH microwave radio is available Ior the 18, 23, and
26 GHz Irequency bands. A variety oI network topologies are supported
including point-to-point, chain, ring, star, and mesh.
The Nokia UltraHopper is a stand-alone unit with a standard optical STM-1
interIace. The unit can be installed on rooI, wall, or mast. It can be connected to
Error! EstiIo no definido.
22 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
other unit by an optical cable (with two Iibers) and a power cable. The cable can
be up to 300 m long.
Nokia UltraHopper can be connected directly to the Nokia UltraSite and Nokia
MetroHub integrated FXC STM-1 transmission units. Nokia UltraHopper does
not require a dedicated indoor unit, but together with FXC STM-1 unit optimal
integration is achieved. Nokia UltraHopper is connected to the FXC STM-1 unit
directly via a standard, short-haul STM-1 interIace. The FXC STM-1 unit is
always installed together with the FXC E1B unit, Iorming a completed add/drop
multiplexer.
Nokia UltraHopper can be managed remotely by the Nokia Network
Management System. This saves on operating costs, because the radio can be
conIigured automatically without the need Ior site visits.
4.4.2 Nokia FIexihopper Microwave Radio
Figure 19. Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio
The Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio is available Ior 13, 15, 18, 23, 26,
and 38 GHz Irequency bands. The radio's indoor and outdoor units are
connected together with a Flexbus. The Flexbus is a single coaxial cable, which
carries all the signals between indoor and outdoor units. It also carries the power
to the outdoor unit. The distance between indoor and outdoor unit can be up to
300 meters.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 23 (27)
for short and medium haul applications
13, 15, 18, 23, 26, 38 GHz,
all as 1+0 or Hot Standby
Remotely programmable capacity
4 to 16 x 2Mbit/s
Software download capability
High reliability (290 000h)
ALCQ (Adaptive Level Control with Quality
measure)
Split ndoor - Outdoor Unit configuration:
ndoor unit 19
Outdoor unit
Node Mgr SW
30 cm ant
Single coax cable,
max. 300 m
Flexbus
Figure 20. Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio
Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio supports Plesiochronous Digital
Hierarchy (PDH) capacities oI 2 x 2, 4 x 2, 8 x 2, and 16 x 2 Mbps. The used
capacity can be deIined locally at the site using Nokia SiteWizard, or remotely
Irom the NMS. Capacity changes do not require any hardware changes.
Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio has several indoor unit options:
1. FC RRI indoor unit is Iully integrated with Nokia UltraSite BTS. It
provides a Flexbus connection Ior one outdoor unit
Error! EstiIo no definido.
24 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
2. FXC RRI indoor unit is Iully integrated with Nokia UltraSite BTS. It
provides Flexbus connections Ior two outdoor units and Iull cross-
connection, loop protection and grooming capability
3. FIU 19 is a compact 19 indoor unit providing connections Ior up to Iour
outdoor units depending on the conIiguration, Ilexible capacity expansion
possibilities, and various site conIiguration possibilities
Status LED (three colours)
LED
FB2 DC
FB1 DC
LED
FXC RRI
2 radio interfaces via Flexbus to microwave radio or RR units
2..16 x 2 Mbit/s
cross-connection 8 kbit/s level
grooming, branching and loop protection support
FC RRI
1 radio interface via Flexbus to microwave radio or RR unit
2..16 x 2 Mbit/s
Figure 21. Radio interfaces for Nokia UltraSite GSM BTS
Nokia FlexiHopper Microwave Radio can be managed locally with:
1. Nokia Hopper Manager (with FIU 19)
2. Nokia SiteWizard (with FC RRI and FXC RRI)
It can also be managed remotely Irom the Nokia NMS.
4.5 Network Management System for UItrasite
The Nokia UltraSite solution can be Iully managed with the NMS/2000. The
NMS/2000 oIIers centralized management Ior the whole cellular network. NMS
SW release T12 is required Ior Nokia UltraSite support.
The NMS/2000 oIIers integrated management Ior the Nokia UltraSite solution
as well as the whole GSM network including both cellular and transmission
sections. The Nokia UltraSite cellular transmission solutions built with both
PDH and PDH equipment using wire line, optical Iiber, or microwave as the
transmission media can be managed with the NMS/2000. It has Iull
management Iunctionality including conIiguration, Iault, and perIormance
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 25 (27)
management. The NMS/2000 uses the NMS/10 as the node manager server Ior
transmission nodes.
NMS/2000
offers centralized management for
both cellular and transmission
networks
SW release T12 offers basic support
SW release T13 supports RSS,
antenna monitoring and Multi-BCF
Functional Management
Configuration
Fault
Performance
Supports autoconfiguration
Figure 22. NMS
The NMS/2000 supports many Ieatures and related products that will bring the
best out oI the network. Nokia Network Data Warehouse (NDW) collects,
stores, manages, and presents long-term perIormance, alarm, and conIiguration
data Irom the NMS database. Nokia ConIiguration Data Warehouse (CDW)
supports network planning, deployment, and operations. It controls the network
parameters and manages the data and work process Ior introducing parameter
changes and network expansions. CDW perIorms automatic and periodical
network audits to Iind inappropriate parameter values in the network, which
enables eIIective supervision oI the conIiguration changes in the network.
Optimal parameter settings ensure good service quality and eIIective system
perIormance. The ability to manage individual parameter settings enables
detailed cell tuning and optimum exploitation oI network Ieatures.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
26 (27) Nokia Networks Oy CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Remote message handling
Remote battery testing
Automatic battery testing
Sophisticated alarm handling
Savings in operational costs
Figure 23. NMS/2000 features
The auto-conIiguration capability helps operators to minimize both time and
resources spent on commissioning and network integration. The NMS/2000
supports auto-conIiguration by documenting the elements and their
conIigurations, topology, and the transmission connections into the NMS/2000
database.
NMS/2000 SW release T12 will oIIer the basic support Ior Nokia UltraSite
solution. With NMS/2000 SW release T13, many new Ieatures (such as RSSI
antenna monitoring and Multi-BCF) become available.
Error! EstiIo no definido.
CTXX 5233
ssue 2.0 en
Nokia Networks Oy 27 (27)
5 Review Questions
1. Why do we need UltraSite?
a. ManuIacture business strategies
b. Technology advancement
c. To satisIy UMTS needs
d. All oI the above
2. What are the main advantages oI UltraSite
a. A mobile multimedia solution
b. High traIIic and transmission capacity Ior voice
c. High traIIic and transmission capacity Ior data
d. All oI the above
3. Nokia UltraSite is a common platIorm Ior:
a. GSM and HSCSD
b. EDGE and GPRS
c. WCDMA
d. All oI the above
4. List two main Ieatures oI each UltraSite element
Nokia UltraSite BS:

Nokia UltraHopper:

Nokia FlexiHopper: