For the Future of your Network

PASOLINK Mx
Offering increased flexibility in
network configuration and improved link performance

http://www.nec-pasolink.com
Unprecedented versatility, reliability and scala
NEC’s PASOLINK Mx features high connectivity and g reater overall operational effi

N EC’s PASOLINK series (PASOLINK, PASOLINK+) of short-haul access digital microwave relay
systems is significantly strengthened with the introduction of PASOLINK Mx, incorporates a host of
advanced features.
Traffic capacity—formerly 2 × 2 Mbps to 16 × 2 Mbps—has been increased to 20/32/40 × 2 Mbps
through the highly spectrum-efficient QAM modulation technique. The Transversal Equalizer and
Forward Error Correction features greatly improve link performance. PASOLINK Mx offers an enhanced
LAN interface, affording you expanded freedom in network design and increased potential for new
applications. Moreover, all of these upgrades are concentrated in a downsized IDU (Indoor modulator/
demodulator Unit).
Continuing in the great PASOLINK tradition, PASOLINK Mx is designed for simple installation and
fast rollout, while featuring NEC’s renowned reliability, high-speed transmission capability, a high
degree of scalability and cost-effective operation.
To further augment your network’s efficiency, flexibility and overall performance, look no further than
PASOLINK systems from NEC. The only real choice.

Hallmarks of PASOLINK Applications

■Small Size and Light Weight ■Mobile Networks (GSM/GPRS/UMTS)
• World’s lightest, most compact microwave • Backhaul links
relay systems • Collection/distribution links from/to smaller BTSs
■High Reliability, High System Gain • IP connectivity to facilitate future migration to IP
• PASOLINK systems, including the new PASOLINK ■LAN/WAN Connection
Mx, lead the industry • VPNs (Virtual Private Networks)
■Common Platform Architecture 1) Intranet-to-intranet (building-to-building)
• Easily upgradeable from 1+0 to 1+1 connection
• Common NMS for all members of PASOLINK 2) Broadband access to public networks
series • Channel lease to the ISP
• NMS available in Windows, UNIX OS • Extension to WLAN services
• Bit rate-free ODU/IDU ■Fiber-Optic Link Backup
• Acts as backup in the event a natural disaster
PASOLINK Mx Key Features causes disconnection of the fiber-optic link
• Enables system configuration between points
■Software Configurable Radio
separated by natural obstacles (rivers,
• Modulation scheme: QPSK and 16QAM
mountains, etc.)
• Transmission capacity: 5/10/20/40 × 2 Mbps
• Serves as a temporary link for sites or facilities
■Flexible E1/LAN Usage under construction
• Combination of E1 and LAN
■Last Mile Solution
32E1 or 8E1 interface and four or two LAN ports
• Easy, quick and economical solution for the last
• LAN: Shared or best effort
mile link
• 10BASE-T full throughput within 3.5 MHz (16 QAM)
MODEM No. 2
or 7 MHz (QPSK) band
MODEM No. 1
■Flexible Modular Design (IDU)
• Type of interface (E1/LAN)
• Capacity (32E1/8E1)
• System configuration (MODEM: No. 1/No. 2)
■System Flexibility
• Configurable for Space Diversity (SD) and
Frequency Diversity (FD) systems
■Powerful Countermeasures Against Fading E1 Interface Module
LAN Interface Module
• Decision Feedback Equalizer (DFE)
• Forward Error Correction (FEC) IDU (1+1 System)
bility
ciency

PASOLINK Mx Applications
PASOLINK Mx
PASOLINK Mx

Node-B/BTS
Node-B/BTS

40E1 5E1
PDH/SDH/ATM IDU 40E1
Network
10E1

SDH Ring Node-B/BTS

20E1
Node-B/BTS

PABX
PASOLINK Mx TEL

•
PDH/SDH/ATM •
Network
FAX
n x E1

n x E1
DATA
10/100BASE-T(X)
10/100BASE-T(X)
TV
Router CONF.
IP (Private) Router

Network LAN

IP
DATA Phone

Flexible Combination of E1 and LAN Throughput

100

90
: Selectable throughput
80
LAN Throughput (Mbps)

40E1/80MB
70

60

50

40
20E1/40MB
30 List of abbreviations
ATM: Asynchronous Transfer Mode
20
BTS: Base Transceiver Station
10E1/20MB IDU: Indoor modulator/demodulator Unit
10
IP: Internet Protocol
0 LAN: Local Area Network
0 5E1/ 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 PABX: Private Automatic Branch Exchange
10MB PDH: Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy
No. of E1 Channels SDH: Synchronous Digital Hierarchy
Specifications (Typical Value)

Classification PASOLINK Mx

Frequency band 7 GHz 8 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz*1 23 GHz 26 GHz 28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz

Frequency range (GHz) 7.125–7.725 8.2–8.5/ 12.75–13.25 14.2–15.35 17.7–19.7 21.2–23.6 24.5–26.5 27.5–29.5 31.8–33.4 37.0–39.5
7.725–8.2

Channel spacing QPSK 7 MHz (5E1), 14 MHz (10E1), 28 MHz (20E1)

16QAM 3.5 MHz (5E1), 7 MHz (10E1), 14 MHz (20E1), 28 MHz (32/40E1)

Frequency stability ±5 ppm

Configuration 1+0, 1+1 (HS), 1+1 (HS/SD), 1+1 (FD)

TX output QPSK +27 +27 +25 +23 +23 +23 +20 +20 +20 +15
power (dBm)
16QAM +21 +21 +19 +17 +17 +17 +14 +14 +14 +9

System gain (dB) at BER 10–6

QPSK 20E1 110 110 108 106 105 104 100.5 100.5 100 95

10E1 113 113 111 109 108 107 103.5 103.5 103 98

5E1 116 116 114 112 111 110 106.5 106.5 106 101

16QAM 32/40E1 97.5 97.5 95.5 93.5 92.5 91.5 88 88 87.5 82.5

20E1 100.5 100.5 98.5 96.5 95.5 94.5 91 91 90.5 85.5

10E1 103.5 103.5 101.5 99.5 98.5 97.5 94 94 93.5 88.5

5E1 106.5 106.5 104.5 102.5 101.5 100.5 97 97 96.5 91.5

TX power control QPSK 0 to –30 dB (1 dB step)

or ATPC range
16QAM 0 to –24 dB (1 dB step)

Maximum input level QPSK: –15 dBm; 16QAM: –20 dBm

Traffic interface 75Ω (unbalanced)/120Ω (balanced) (ITU-T G.703), 10/100BASE-T(X) (IEEE 802.3)

Service channel RS-232C × 2 channels, V.11 (Contra/Co-directional) × 2 channels (64 kbps), Engineering Order Wire × 1 channel

Antenna size 0.2/0.3/0.6/0.8 (0.9)/1.2/1.8 m diameter*2

Ambient temperature IDU: –5 to +50°C; ODU: –33 to +50°C

Dimensions (mm) ODU 170 (W) × 170 (H) × 69 (D); approx. 3 kg

and weight
IDU 1+0: 482 (W) × 44 (H) × 240 (D); approx. 5 kg
1+1: 482 (W) × 88 (H) × 240 (D); approx. 10 kg
1+1 expandable: 482 (W) × 88 (H) × 240 (D); approx. 8 kg

Maintenance tools Local Craft Terminal or Element Management Terminal (optional)

Input DC voltage ±(20 to 60) V

Power consumption (approx.)*3 1+0: 43 W; 1+1: 68 W

Maximum IF cable length QPSK: 300 m; 16QAM: 200 m (8D-FB or equivalent cable)

EMC Conforms to ETS 301 489-4

*1: For 18 GHz frequency band, 13.75 MHz (10E1 or 20E1 channels) and 27.5 MHz (20E1 or 32/40E1 channels) channel spacing are available.
*2: Other sizes available depending on frequency band.
3
* : Without optional module.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cat. No. BMW019-1

0402002KM
©NEC Corporation 2004