The Access Company

Airmux-400Broadband Wireless Multiplexer (Ver. 2.4)

Data Sheet

• Cost-effective multi point-to-point encrypted wireless broadband multiplexer

• Net throughput of up to 100 Mbps asymmetric

• Transmission range of up to 75 miles (120 km)

• Multiband operation over 2.4, 4.9 and 5.3-5.8 GHz frequencies

• High reliability and availability based on robust air interface protocol

Point-to-point and multi

point-to-point

broadband radio

solution for Ethernet

and TDM traffic over

license-free frequencies

For North America Only

Airmux-400 is a carrier-class, cost-effective multi point-to-point broadband wireless transmission device. It combines legacy TDM and Ethernet services for transmission over 2.4, 4.9 and 5.3–5.8 GHz bands, and is suitable for deployment in FCC and IC-regulated countries.

For the global markets of cellular backhaul, WiMAX and ISP backhaul, broadband access, large private and government networks, Airmux-400 offers high throughput, longer range and robustness at a competitive price.

Airmux-400

Broadband Wireless Multiplexer (Ver. 2.4)

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

Traffic Backhaul Cellular – Connecting cellular base stations to controllers. This solution meets the requirements of cellular backhaul applications by providing TDM and Ethernet traffic for CDMA and GSM connectivity.

WiFi – Backhauling traffic from WiFi hot spots at remote locations to the service provider network.

WiMAX – Backhauling WiMAX traffic from remote locations over wireless link at the distances of up to 75 miles (120 km)

ISP – Backhauling the Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs) traffic from their Point of Presence (POP) to the core network in point-to-point, multiple point-to-point topologies.

Private Networks Establishing TDM and Ethernet connectivity between the remote branches and headquarters for educational, financial, security and utilities sectors.

Broadband Access Airmux-400 provides broadband Ethernet and leased line services, to corporations, and Small and Medium Enterprises (SME).

The following models with different Ethernet or aggregate throughputs are available:

• Airmux-400 100M – 100 Mbps throughput with up to 16 T1/E1s, asymmetric. This model supports user-selectable uplink/downlink capacity configuration (50–50% up to 95–5%) and is aimed at IP backhaul applications.

• Airmux-400 50M – 50 Mbps (Ethernet and up to 16 T1/E1s) aggregate, symmetric. This model is best suited for combined TDM and IP traffic delivery.

Airmux systems are deployed as single or multi point-to-point collocated links.

Transmission range of up to 75 miles (120 km) is attainable with an external antenna.

PHYSICAL CONFIGURATIONS

Airmux multiplexers consist of an outdoor unit (ODU), an optional external antenna and an indoor unit (IDU) with redundant DC power supplies. The outdoor unit is suitable for mast or wall installation.

SUPERIOR SPECTRAL EFFICIENCY

Built on advanced MIMO and OFDM technologies, Airmux-400 provides a high-capacity link at channel bandwidth of 20 MHz. This guarantees a robust air interface able to withstand strong RF interference and harsh ambient conditions.

SECURITY

Data transmitted over the air interface is encrypted using Advanced Encryption System (AES) with a 128-bit encryption key.

Figure 1. Backhauling Services from Remote Locations using Airmux-400 and Airmux-200

Data Sheet

QUALITY OF SERVICE

When the link quality is low, Airmux-400 automatically searches for a clear channel within a pre-selected list of frequencies.

SHORT TIME-TO-SERVICE

Because Airmux-400 operates in license-exempt frequencies, it can be deployed in record time, eliminating the costs and delays involved in leasing lines or trenching fiber.

HUB SITE SYNCHRONIZATION

Hub Site Synchronization (HSS) assists in the collocation of radios by reducing the interference that normally occurs when multiple radios transmit and receive in close proximity to one another. HSS allows a complex radio environment of mixed services (TDM and Ethernet) and channel bandwidth frequencies (10 or 20 MHz). The collocation feature requires ordering the HSS unit as well as its synchronization cables.

HSS installations support up to 16 collocated radios. Like any other RF deployment, the wireless operation is highly dependent on factors such as available frequencies, the physical spacing between radios, other interfering radios, and whether Airmux-400 or Airmux-200 units are utilized.

HSS does not eliminate the need for careful RF planning to ensure the design will work as planned.

1+1 LINK REDUNDANCY

The Monitored Hot Standby (MHS) 1+1 link redundancy protects the wireless transmission in case of equipment failure or air interface loss. Link switchover is performed in less than 50 msec.

DIVERSITY

With dual bipolar antennas, Airmux-400 links can be configured to transmit the same data through both radios. This adds data transmission integrity under harsh conditions.

MANAGEMENT

A single SNMP-based network management application (Airmux Manager) is used to control multiple Airmux-400 and Airmux-200 links as a unified network.

RADview-EMS, RAD’s SNMP-based management software provides access to the Airmux Manager via its topology map.

VLAN management allows the separation of user traffic from NMS traffic. The user decides if such a separation is required. Both the headquarters and remote sites are configured with VLAN management.

Factory settings can be restored at any time for each ODU.

Information on links and management can be collected and analyzed via a single action.

The Airmux Manager Spectrum View utility is an RF survey tool enabling the link installation prior to full link service activation. The tool provides comprehensive and clear spectral measurement information for easier, faster and better quality installations.

LAN PORTS

The IDU-E devices include three LAN ports: two Fast Ethernet UTP (RJ-45) and one SFP slot.

When using RAD’s MiTOP-E3/T3, SFP-format TDM pseudowire gateway, Airmux-400 delivers T3/E3 data streams over its wireless link.

Figure 2. Backhauling WiFi Traffic

Airmux-400

Broadband Wireless Multiplexer (Ver. 2.4)

Specifications RADIO

Frequency Bands (GHz) 5.8 (FCC/IC) 5.4 (FCC/IC) 5.3 (FCC/IC) 4.9 (FCC/IC) 2.4 (FCC/IC)

Regulation FCC 47CFR, Part 15, Subpart C,

FCC 47CFR, Part 15, Subpart E

FCC 47CFR, Part 90, Subpart Y

RSS-111

IC RSS-210

Throughput Up to 50 Mbps Ethernet and T1/E1

combined, full duplex

Up to 100 Mbps Ethernet and up to 16 T1/E1, full duplex

Channel Bandwidth 20 MHz

Duplex Technique TDD

Transmit Power See Table 1

Modulation 2×2 MIMO-OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM), see Table 1

Error Correction FEC, k = 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, see Table 1

Sensitivity See Table 1 (measured at BER <10E-11, 20 MHz)

Encryption AES 128

TDM INTERFACE

Number of Ports 4, 8 or 16

Type T1/E1

Framing Transparent to framing mode

Timing Plesiochronous (independent Tx and Rx timing)

Line Code T1: B8ZS, AMI E1: HDB3

Latency 8 msec

Line Impedance T1: 100Ω, balanced E1: 120Ω, balanced

Connector RJ-45

Jitter and Wander As per G.823, G.824

LAN INTERFACE

Number of Ports 3

Type 2 × 10/100BaseT, autonegotiation (802.3u)

1 × SFP

Framing/Coding IEEE 802.3u

Bridging Up to 2048 MAC addresses self-learning

Traffic Handling MAC layer bridging, self-learning

Latency 3 msec (typical)

Line Impedance 100Ω

VLAN Support Transparent

Connector RJ-45 (10/100BaseT)

SFP PORT

Type Fast Ethernet

For full details, see the SFP Transceivers data sheet at www.rad.com

Note: It is strongly recommended to order this

device with original RAD SFPs installed. This will

ensure that prior to shipping, RAD has performed

comprehensive functional quality tests on the

entire assembled unit, including the SFP devices.

RAD cannot guarantee full compliance to product

specifications for units using non-RAD SFPs.

For detailed specifications of the SFP transceivers,

see the SFP Transceivers data sheet.

Table 1. Radio Link Characteristics

Modulation Rate FEC Max Tx Power Sensitivity

Single Antenna Dual Antenna 4.8–6 GHz 2.4 GHz [Mbps] [Mbps] [k = ] [dBm] [dBm]

BPSK 6.5 13 1/2

25 26

-88

QPSK 13 26 1/2 -86

19.5 39 3/4 -83

16 QAM 26 52 1/2 24 25 -81

39 78 3/4 21 24 -77

64 QAM

52 104 2/3 19 24 -72

58.5 117 3/4 18

21 -70

65 130 5/6 20 -67

Data Sheet

MANAGEMENT

Protocol SNMP, Telnet

Interface 10/100BaseT

Connector RJ-45

Upgrade Capabilities Local and over-the-air software download

ANTENNA

Polarization Type Dual

Characteristics See Table 2

GENERAL

Diagnostics Local and remote loopbacks

IDU-to-ODU Connection Outdoor Cat.5e cable, 100m (328 ft) max. length

Grounding and Lightning Protection Individual grounding for each IDU/ODU

Internal arrestors for lightning protection

Internal ESD protection circuits over power/telecom lines

Optional lightning protection kit

Power DC: -20 to -60 VDC via AC/DC converter

Power Consumption 35W max (ODU with IDU)

Indicators IDU (green):

On (green) – IDU is operational

On (orange) –IDU is being powered up

On (red) –IDU failure

ODU (green/red):

On (green) – ODU-to-IDU link is OK

On (red) – ODU-to-IDU link is disrupted

AIR I/F (green/red):

On (green) – Wireless link is synchronized

On (orange) – Wireless link is being installed

On (red) – Wireless link is out of synchronization

SVC (green/red):

On (green) – TDM link is synchronized

On (orange) – Remote alarm or active loopback are detected

On (red) –Local alarm is detected

Off – Ethernet-only unit or TDM services are not configured

HSS (green/orange/red):

On (green) – The ODU is HSS master, synchronization is OK

Blinking (green) – The ODU is HSS slave, synchronization is OK

On (orange) – HSS is operational, but errors detected or no signal exists

On (red) – HSS is disabled or ODU is disconnected from IDU

STBY (green/ orange/red):

On (green) –MHS mode is primary, link is active

Blinking (green) –MHS mode is secondary, link is not active

On (orange) –MHS mode is secondary, link is active

On (red) –MHS mode is primary, link is not active

Off – MHS is disabled

LINK (green):

On –Ethernet link is OK

ACT (yellow):

On –Activity is detected on Ethernet link

Environment Outdoor unit and external antenna:

Enclosure: IP67 all-weather case

Temperature: -31° to 140°F (-35°to 60°C)

Indoor units: Temperature: 32° to 122°F

(0° to 50°F)

Humidity: Up to 90%, non-condensing

Physical ODU (with integrated antenna):

Height: 14.8 in (371 mm) Width: 14.8 in (371 mm) Depth: 3.6 in (9 mm) Weight 7 lb (3.5 kg)

IDU:

Height: 1.7 in (44 mm) Width: 9.3 in (237 mm) Depth: 6.5 in(165 mm) Weight 1.1 lb (0.5 kg)

Table 2. Antenna Options

Antenna Type

Frequency Gain Beam Dimensions Weight Connector

[GHz] [dBi] [degrees] [mm] [ft] [kg] [Ib]

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Flat panel 4.9x–5.875 19 (4.9x GHz)

23 (5.x GHz)

9 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Flat panel 2.400 16 16 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

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Flat panel 2.400–2.700 19 5 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Flat panel 4.4x–5.1x 22 5.6 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Flat panel 4.940–5.800 23 5.6 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Flat panel 5.140–6.090 23 5.6 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Flat panel 5.700–6.050 22 3 371×371×40 1.2×1.2×1.5 2.5 5.5 2 × N-type

Dish 5.250–6.000 28 5.6 Diam. 620 Diam. 2.0 20.4 45 2 × N-type

Note: The range depends on the system configuration. For further information, contact the RAD partner nearest you or one of RAD's offices worldwide.

Airmux-400

Broadband Wireless Multiplexer (Ver. 2.4)

Figure 3. Providing Urban Broadband Access

Table 3. Airmux Family Product Comparison

Features

Airmux-200 (Ver. 1.900) Airmux-400 (Ver. 2.4)

Airmux-200 Airmux-200VS Airmux-400/50 Airmux-400/100

Bandwidth (Mbps) 18 5/2 50 total 100 asymmetric + TDM

Supported services Ethernet + 1, 2, 4 T1/E1

Ethernet Ethernet + 4, 8, 16 T1/E1

Ethernet + 4, 8, 16 T1/E1

HSS

Maximum range (mi/km) 50/80 12.5/20 75/120 75/120

Data Sheet

Ordering strings are red for integrated antennas and blue for external antennas.

Table 4. Operating Frequencies and ODU Models

Ordering Name

Supported Frequencies and Regulations (default frequency is in bold)

Ordering String (AIRMUX-400/ODU/…)

50 Mbps 100 Mbps

F58F 5.3 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.4 GHz (FCC, IC)

5.8 GHz (FCC/IC)

…F58F/50M …F58F/100M

F2458F 2.4 GHz FCC/IC

5.3 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.4 GHz (FCC, IC)

5.8 GHz (FCC/IC)

…F2458F/50M/EXT …F2458F/100M/EXT

F49F 4.9 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.3 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.4 GHz (FCC, IC)

5.8 GHz (FCC/IC)

…F49F/50M …F49F/100M

F2449F 2.4 GHz FCC/IC

4.9 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.3 GHz (FCC/IC)

5.4 GHz (FCC, IC)

5.8 GHz (FCC/IC)

…F2449F/50M/EXT …F2449F/100M/EXT

F24F 2.4 GHz FCC/IC …F24F/50M …F24F/100M

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Airmux-400

Broadband Wireless Multiplexer (Ver. 2.4)

Data Sheet

International Headquarters 24 Raoul Wallenberg Street Tel Aviv 69719, Israel Tel. 972-3-6458181 Fax 972-3-6498250, 6474436 E-mail market@rad.com

North America Headquarters 900 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430 USA Tel. 201-529-1100 Toll free 1-800-444-7234 Fax 201-529-5777 E-mail market@radusa.com

www.radusa.com Order this publication by Catalog No. 803888

The Access Company

Ordering Airmux-400/IDUE/* Indoor unit with redundant DC power supplies

Airmux-400/POE/a Power-over-Ethernet (POE) device

Note: A POE device eliminates the need for

ordering an IDU-E. It requires connection via the

power adapter. See the Optional Accessories

section.

Airmux-400/ODU/#/+ Outdoor unit with integrated antenna

Airmux-400/ODU/@/+/EXT Outdoor unit for external antenna connection

Legend

* IDU-E interface:

4TDM 4 TDM ports, 3 Ethernet ports (2 UTP + 1 SFP)

8TDM 8 TDM ports, 3 Ethernet ports (2 UTP + 1 SFP)

16TDM 16 TDM ports, 3 Ethernet ports (2 UTP + 1 SFP)

ETH 3 Ethernet ports (2 UTP + 1 SFP)

# Frequency band and regulation:

F24F 2.4 GHz, FCC/IC

F49F 4.9 GHz, 5.x GHz (default – 4.9 GHz FCC/IC)

F58F 5.x GHz (default – 5.8 GHz FCC/IC)

@ Frequency band and regulation: F2449F 2.x GHz, 4.9 GHz, 5.x GHz

(default – 4.9 GHz FCC/IC)

F2458F 2.x GHz, 5.x GHz (default – 5.8 GHz FCC/IC)

+ Ethernet throughput:

50M 50 Mbps

100M 100 Mbps

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Airmux-400/ANT/$ External antenna with 1m (3.3 ft) cable

Legend

$ External antenna:

19/2427/fp 19 dBi, 2.4–2.7 GHz, flat panel

22/4451/fp 22 dBi, 4.4–5.1 GHz, flat panel

22/5760/fp 22 dBi, 5.7–6.05 GHz, flat panel

23/4958/fp 23 dBi, 4.940–5.800 GHz, flat panel

23/5160/fp 23 dBi, 5.140–6.000 GHz, flat panel

28/5260/dish 28 dBi, 5.250–6.000 GHz, dish

CBL-Airmux-UTP/@ Assembled cable for connection between IDU and ODU

Legend

@ Cable length:

25 25m (82 ft)

50 50m (164 ft)

75 75m (246 ft)

100 100m (328 ft)

Airmux-PS-E-AC/a Power adapter for IDU-E, 90–240 VAC to 48 VDC

Legend

a AC adapter plug:

ACEU European

ACUS US

ACOC Open-ended

Airmux-HSSU Hub site sync unit to connect 8 collocated outdoor units and 2 additional HSSUs

CBL-HSS/@@ Assembled cable for HSS connection

Legend

@@ Cable length:

5 5m (16.4 ft)

15 15m (49.2 ft)

50 50m (164 ft)

100 100m (328 ft)

MHS-kit Cable and patch panel assembly (8 × RJ-45 Y-connections) for Monitored Hot Standby configuration

Airmux-Lightning-Protection External lightning protection kit for IDU, PoE unit and ODU