Manual

RET
Remote Electrical Tilt

Content
Content

Content ............................................................................................................................................................. 2 General Information......................................................................................................................................... 3 Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................................................... 4 General Instructions .................................................................................................................................... 4 Extraordinary Operating Conditions.......................................................................................................... 4 Grounding and Lightning Protection ......................................................................................................... 4 Mains Lead.................................................................................................................................................... 5 Restricted Area............................................................................................................................................. 5 Lightning Activity......................................................................................................................................... 5 Repair ............................................................................................................................................................ 5 Connections ................................................................................................................................................. 6 Mains Supply ................................................................................................................................................ 6 Ventilation..................................................................................................................................................... 6 Temperature ................................................................................................................................................. 6 Waste disposal ............................................................................................................................................. 6 Regulatory Compliance .................................................................................................................................. 7 FCC Class A and Class B Statements ....................................................................................................... 7 FCC Compliance for Class A Equipment .................................................................................................. 7 FCC Compliance for Class B Equipment .................................................................................................. 7 CE Marking ................................................................................................................................................... 7 1. RET-System Overview ................................................................................................................................ 8 1.3 System Components ............................................................................................................................. 9 1.3.1 Remote Control Unit (RCU)............................................................................................................... 9 1.3.2 Central Control Unit (CCU).............................................................................................................. 10 1.3.3 Connection Cables .......................................................................................................................... 12 1.3.4 Splitter for DC Power and Signal..................................................................................................... 13 1.3.5 Lightning Protection Device............................................................................................................. 14 1.3.6 Tower Mounted Amplifier ................................................................................................................ 15 1.3.7 Smart Bias Tee (800 2170 MHz).................................................................................................. 17 1.4 RET System Control ............................................................................................................................ 18 2. Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 19 2.1 Attachment of RCU .............................................................................................................................. 19 2.2 Control Cable Installation ................................................................................................................... 20 2.3 Grounding and Lightning Protection ................................................................................................. 21 2.4 Installation/Operation of the RET-System......................................................................................... 22 3. RCU and CCU Connection Examples ...................................................................................................... 25 3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 25 3.2 In General.............................................................................................................................................. 26 3.3 Use of Control Cable ........................................................................................................................... 26 3.3.1 Connection of up to 3 RCUs............................................................................................................ 27 3.3.2 Connection of up to 6 RCUs............................................................................................................ 27 3.3.3 Connection of up to 9 RCUs............................................................................................................ 28 3.4 Use of Smart Bias Tees ....................................................................................................................... 29 3.5 Use of TMAs ......................................................................................................................................... 30 4. Abbreviation Index .................................................................................................................................... 31 Contact Addresses ........................................................................................................................................ 32

General Information
General Information

The information published in this manual was up to date on the date of release. However, we reserve the right to make changes without prior notice. This manual does not contain any descriptions of the CCU browser application. This is included in a separate Central Control Unit Software Description, which is delivered with each CCU.

Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions

Definitions WARNING NOTICE

Indicates a potentially dangerous situation. Death or severe injuries may occur. Provides information on ensuring the safety of persons or objects.

General Instructions WARNING

Details given on our data sheets and in this manual must be followed carefully both during installation and operation of the RET components! The installation team must be properly qualified and also be familiar with the relevant national safety regulations! Non-observance of these instructions may damage or destroy the devices. Death or severe injuries may occur!

Extraordinary Operating Conditions WARNING

Extraordinary operating conditions must be considered during the site planning process! Extraordinary operating conditions, such as heavy icing or exceptional dynamic stress (e.g. strain caused by oscillating support structures), may result in the supporting structure, antenna or a RET component breaking, or even cause it to fall to the ground! As a result of more stringent legal regulations and judgments regarding product liability, we are obliged to point out certain risks that may arise when products are used under extraordinary operating conditions. The mechanical design of the outdoor RET components is based on the environmental conditions as stipulated in ETS 300 019-1-4, class 4.1.E, which include the static mechanical load imposed on an RET component by wind at maximum velocity. The mechanical design of the Central Control Unit is based on the environmental conditions as stipulated in ETS 300 019-1-3, Class 3.3. The RET system conforms with lightning protection Class III according to VDE 0185, Part 100 / ENV61024-1.

Grounding and Lightning Protection WARNING

RET equipment has to be grounded according to the relevant local regulations! (In Germany VDE 0855-300) Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips). Non-observance of the instructions above may damage or destroy the devices. Death or severe injuries may occur.

Safety Instructions
Mains Lead WARNING
Make sure that the mains lead (power supply lead) is undamaged! Turn off external primary AC and DC power supply before connecting power cables. Never put the Central Control Unit into operation if the mains lead is damaged! This can jeopardize the electrical safety of the Central Control Unit!

Restricted Area WARNING

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

Lightning Activity WARNING

Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Non-observance of these instructions may damage or destroy the devices. Death or severe injuries may occur!

NOTICE
Before connecting the equipment, check the polarity of the DC cable!

Repair WARNING
Only qualified specialists should carry out repairs and adjustments to your RET components! Unauthorised tampering with the devices can jeopardize the electrical safety of the RET components! Non-observance of the instructions above may damage or destroy the devices. Death or severe injuries may occur! The manufacturer is not liable for any accidents or injuries as a result of opening the RET components. Unauthorised opening of the RET components and any unauthorised attempt to repair them entail loss of guarantee.

Safety Instructions
Connections NOTICE
The connections of the RET components have to be suitably wired up! The RET components may be rendered inactive or will not function properly if the connections are not suitably wired up. Mind the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on the over current protection and the supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate and datasheet ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

Mains Supply NOTICE

Only operate the Central Control Unit using the mains voltage indicated on the data sheet. Non-observance of these instructions may result in unsuccessful operation of the RET components or destruction of the devices!

Ventilation NOTICE
If the equipment is to be installed on a rack, make sure that the air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not impeded. Never install the Central Control Unit in a cabinet, shelf or rack with inadequate ventilation! Never occlude the cooling slots on the unit! Heat accumulation may occur and result in destruction of the device.

Temperature NOTICE
Do not exceed the ambient temperature limit as stated in the individual data sheets! Heat accumulation may occur and result in destruction of the device. If the equipment is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be higher than the ambient room temperature. Therefore, install the equipment in an environment where the maximum ambient temperature limit (Tma) specified by the manufacturer is provided.

Waste disposal NOTICE

Ultimate waste disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance

FCC Class A and Class B Statements NOTICE

This section lists the Class A and Class B statements for the Kathrein CCU (Central Control Unit). The information for users of Class A products is included in this section in the event that EMC performance is degraded due to the addition of a Class A product. This product has been tested and verified to meet Class B requirements as defined in CFR 47 part 15 for the United States an in EN55022 as well as CISPR 22 for Europe and other international marketplaces. This product has been tested in its customer orderable and shippable configuration, including certain port adapters and accessories representative of typical customer applications and meets Class B requirements. If you add any additional accessories or other features to this product that are tested and meet requirements that are less than Class B (i.e., Class A), then the product may assume the behavior and characteristics of a Class A device. Class A products produce more RF emissions than a Class B product and may cause allowable interference to other products.

FCC Compliance for Class A Equipment

Modifying the equipment without Kathreins authorization may result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class A or Class B digital devices. In that event, your right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense. For Class A equipment: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at this own expense.

FCC Compliance for Class B Equipment

The Central Control Unit (CCU) generates and may radiate radio-frequency energy. If it is not installed in accordance with Kathreins installation instructions, it may cause interference with radio and television reception. I has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in part 15 of the FCC rules. These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. You can determine whether your equipment is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, the equipment you turned off was probably causing the interference. If the equipment causes interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures: Turn the television or radio antenna until the interferences stops. Move the equipment to one side or the other of the television or radio. Move the equipment farther away from the television or radio. Plug the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio. (That is, make certain the equipment and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.) Modifications to this product not authorized by KATHREIN-Werke KG could void the FCC approval and negate your authority to operate the product.

CE Marking NOTICE
The CCU is CE accredited and thus in compliance with the essential requirements of the European Regulations 89/336 EWG, electromagnetic compatibility, and 73/23/ EWG, low voltage directive.

1. RET-System Overview
1. RET-System Overview The overall RET system works according to the AISG standard (Antenna Interface Standards Group). Concept Each manually adjustable Kathrein antenna with an appropriate mechanical interface can be upgraded by means of a separate Remote Control Unit to provide remote electrical tilt.

RCU (Remote Control Unit)

Remote controlled motor, mounted at the antenna and used to adjust the downtilt angle

CCU (Central Control Unit)

Controls several RCUs and TMAs Provides power supply for connected AISG devices Handles alarm function Designed for indoor BTS installation Feeds power supply and control signals to the RCUs

Control Cable

DC Power and Signal Splitter

Allocates power supply and controls signals from a common input onto three outputs for multiple RCU control Protects the RET system against lightning strikes Must be used if RCUs are controlled with separate cables Grounds the control cable

Lightning Protection Device

Earthing Clamp Optional: TMA (Tower Mounted Amplifier)

Installed to enhance coverage and improve voice quality Forwards power supply and control signals to connected RCUs

Smart Bias Tee

Employed to feed control signals and power supply into the RF cables

1. RET-System Overview
1.3 System Components 1.3.1 Remote Control Unit (RCU)

1) Tightning

torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

1. RET-System Overview
1.3.2 Central Control Unit (CCU)

1) Tightning *)

torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm. HU = Height Unit

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1. RET-System Overview
CCU Connectors

Alarm Interface Open Collector

RS232

Ethernet

RCU interfaces in accordance with AISG

DC power supply 48 V

AC power supply 100-240V (optional)

Alarm Interface The Alarm Interface is provided by 8 open collector outputs. Each output is user programmable. Please refer to the CCUs Software Manual on how to program the alarm interface. The Alarm Interface is offered via a 9-Pin female Sub-D connector. Pin 1 to pin 8 represent the 8 open collector outputs. Pin 9 is connected to the devices ground. The current through each output is limited by a current limiter to a maximum of 30 mA. The maximum voltage of an output shall not exceed 6 V. It is recommended to use the standard TTL level for signalling an error on the Alarm Interface.

NOTICE
All outputs of the alarm interface are not protected against overvoltage. If an inductance, e.g. a relay, should be switched the user has to make sure to connect an external protection circuit like a self-induction recuperation diode.

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1. RET-System Overview
1.3.3 Connection Cables

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1. RET-System Overview
1.3.4 Splitter for DC Power and Signal

1) Tightning

torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

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1. RET-System Overview
1.3.5 Lightning Protection Device

1) Tightning

torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

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1. RET-System Overview
1.3.6 Tower Mounted Amplifier
The following describes two examples of our TMAs, which have an internal modem for RET.

DTMA-UMTS-12-AISG
Fullband Double Dual Duplex Tower Mounted Amplifier (Masthead Amplifier)

* The DTMA is not designed for permanent operation under water. Test conditions for the IP67 rating: submerge depth: 1 m; submerge time: 24 hours 1) Tightning torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

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1. RET-System Overview
DTMA-UMTS-24-AISG
Fullband Double Dual Duplex Tower Mounted Amplifier (Masthead Amplifier)

* The DTMA is not designed for permanent operation under water. Test conditions for the IP67 rating: submerge depth: 1 m; submerge time: 24 hours 1) Tightning torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

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1. RET-System Overview
1.3.7 Smart Bias Tee (800 2170 MHz)

1) Tightning

torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.

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1. RET-System Overview
1.4 RET System Control
The major component for controlling the RCU is the Central Control Unit (CCU), which is located at the BTS. In order to cover all required applications, the CCU can be accessed via Ethernet or RS 232 interface. For example, access can thereby be achieved from WAN/LAN networks (TCP/IP) or directly on site by means of a personal computer (PC). The following transport and application protocols are served by the CCU: TCP/IP, PPP, UDP, DHCP, HTTP/HTML, ICMP/Ping, FTP and SNMP. The overall connection of the RCUs to one CCU can be effected via separate control cables (1). It is also possible to connect RCUs and CCU via feeder cable by using Smart Bias Tees (SBT). One SBT is mounted near the BTS for biasing the RCU and to convert the control Signal to a modulated carrier signal. A second SBT is mounted near the antenna to extract the DC voltage and control signal from the feeder line (2). An elegant way of controlling the RET system is to combine a Kathrein TMA and a RCU. Both the control signal and DC power supply are fed onto the RF cable via Smart Bias Tee. The TMA includes a Smart Bias Tee function and takes these signals and voltage from the feeder cable and forwards them to the connected RCUs (3). (1) (2) (3)

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2. Installation Instructions
2. Installation Instructions

2.1 Attachment of RCU

General description of the interface (protective cap removed):

Attaching the RCU (Remote Control Unit) for remotely-controlled downtilt adjustment:

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2. Installation Instructions

Tightning torque for fixing the connector must lie between 0.5-1 Nm.*

NOTICE
It is very important to keep written records that match up the serial number for each Remote Control Unit (RCU) with the antenna location (sector, position, frequency band) that it will be attached to. Remember that dual or triple band antennas can have more than one RCU attached. The written records will be used for programming the Central Control Unit (CCU) after the equipment is installed.

NOTICE
RCUs should be attached to the antenna only after the antenna is rigged on the tower and the feedlines have been installed. This allows for proper torquing of the feedline connectors and prevents damage to the RCU while the antenna is being hoisted up the tower.

NOTICE
The bottom end-cap of each antenna has a label showing locations of the connectors (+/- 45 ports) and for dual and triple band antennas, the positions of the tilt adjuster mechanism for each band.

2.2 Control Cable Installation

Install the control cable according to the installation manual of the respective operator.

NOTICE
RET system Control Cables must be properly dressed on tower to provide strain relief for the connectors and prevent damage from ice loading or repeated flexing caused by windy conditions.

NOTICE
There is one Male connector and one Female connector on each RET Control Cable. BE SURE TO INSTALL THE CABLES SO THAT THE FEMALE CONNECTOR IS AT THE TOP OF THE TOWER. 20

2. Installation Instructions
2.3 Grounding and Lightning Protection WARNING
RET applications have to be grounded according to the relevant local regulations! (eg. Germany VDE 0855-300) Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment must be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips). Non-observance of the instructions above may damage or destroy the devices. Death or severe injuries may occur.

Cabling and Grounding of RET System

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2. Installation Instructions
2.4 Installation/Operation of the RET-System
Before installing the RET System, carry out the following: It is recommended to document the results separately as you will need this information to configure the RET System.
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Determine the connected antenna types Match the serial numbers of the RCUs which will be connected to the respective antennas Determine the RCU arrangement in the different sectors

Connect the RCUs to the respective antenna (follow instructions under section Attachment of RCU). Install, if required, other RET components such as Splitter, Control Cable and/or LPD. Put the CCU into the designated rack. Both, horizontal or vertical installation is possible.

NOTICE
The installation of the equipment is confined to Restricted Access Locations (RAL). The CCU is only suitable for indoor use! Increased Ambient Operating Temperature: If the equipment is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating temperature of the rack environment may be higher than the ambient room temperature. Therefore, install the equipment in an environment where the maximum ambient temperature limit (TMA) specified in the individual data sheets is provided. Heat accumulation may otherwise occur and result in destruction of the device. Reduced Air Flow: If the equipment is to be installed on a rack, make sure that the air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not impeded. Never install the CCU in a cabinet, shelf or rack with inadequate ventilation. Heat accumulation may otherwise occur and result in destruction of the device. Mechanical Loading: Mounting the equipment on a rack should be carried out in such a way that no hazardous situation due to uneven mechanical loading occurs. Extraordinary operating conditions, such as heavy icing or exceptional dynamic stress (e.g. strain caused by oscillating support structures), may result in the supporting structure, antenna or RET component breaking, or even cause it to fall to the ground. Circuit Overloading: Mind the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit, and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on the overcurrent protection and the supply wiring.

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2. Installation Instructions
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate and data sheet ratings should be used when addressing this concern. Proper Earthing: Proper earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be paid to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips). The RET applications must be grounded according to the relevant local regulations!

(6) Alarm Interface OC (4) RS 232

(7) LED Status (5) Ethernet (1) RCU interface in accordance with AISG

(2) DC power supply -48V

(3) AC power supply 100-240 V (optional)

Connect the control cable(s) to the RCU interface at the CCU front panel. (1)

NOTICE
For the DC connection, please only use the enclosed connector. Check the polarity of the DC cable before you make the connection. Make the connection between power supply and the DC interface at the CCU. The CCU is automatically operating after the CCU has been connected to the power supply. If the CCU has an AC power plug, the CCU can also be powered by AC power cable (3). The AC power supply has priority and switches off the DC power supply automatically. The DC power supply can operate as a backup power supply.

NOTICE
The power supply system of the CCU must be fuse protected. In case of AC powering, the nominal value of the breaking current must be less or equal to 20 Amps. In case of DC powering, the nominal value of the breaking current must be less or equal to 10 Amps.

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2. Installation Instructions
You can control the CCU either locally or remotely.
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To control the CCU locally, connect a PC to the CCU by installing a null modem cable to the RS232 interface on the CCU (4) or by installing a cross link cable to the Ethernet interface on the CCU (5) To control the CCU remotely, integrate the CCU into a network by connecting a network cable to the Ethernet interface on the CCU (5).

NOTICE
Details on configuration and controlling of the CCU are described in a separate Central Control Unit Software Description, which is delivered with each CCU. It is possible to transfer alarms, i.e. RET alarm, through the open collector interface at the front panel of the CCU. (6) 20 seconds after power on, the green LED on the front panel of the CCU is activated. (7) Continue with the instructions described in the Central Control Unit Software Description, which is delivered with each CCU. If the red LED on the front panel of the CCU is activated, an error has occurred, i.e., the RCUs have not yet been calibrated or the connection between RCU and CCU is interrupted. In this case, also follow the instructions described in the Central Control Unit Software Description in order to fix the error. Status LED: Green LED is switched on after power on and successful finishing the booting procedure. If the green LED is not switched on after 20 seconds, please check the polarity of power supply Red LED is switched on in case of any error states of the RET system.

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3. RCU and CCU Connection Examples

3. RCU and CCU Connection Examples

3.1 Overview
Examples for RCU and CCU connection: 1. Via Control Cable 2. Via feeder cable utilising two Smart Bias Tees 3. Via feeder cable utilising one Smart Bias Tee and one TMA

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3.2 In General
The CCU delivers 13 V and 29 V power supply to the connected AISG devices. You can connect up to 27 RCUs to the CCU. Each CCU output supports up to nine RCUs if they are powered by 13V. If the RCUs are powered by 29V you can distribute them to the CCU outputs as required by the system configuration. Each RCU can be identified and controlled individually via its serial number. Due to power losses along the cables, there is an interrelationship between the number of the connected RCUs, TMAs and the maximum cable length. Each of the three CCU outputs is suitable for the connection of one TMA and up to nine RCUs

3.3 Use of Control Cable

The maximum control cable length (Lmax) depends on the type of RET configuration (see the examples in this chapter). In star configuration with one control cable for each sector, the max. length of the control cable depends on the number of RCUs per sector (N_RCU/sector). In daisy-chain configuration, the max. length depends on the total number of RCUs (n_RCU). The length values (29V) are listed in the tables below.

Star configuration
N_RCU/sector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 L1max in m 220 190 170 150 130 110 100 90 90

Daisy chain configuration

n_RCU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Lmax in m 280 270 260 250 240 230 220 210 200 190 180 170 170 160 150 140 140 130 130 120 120 110 110 110 100 100 100

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3. RCU and CCU Connection Examples

3.3.1 Connection of up to 3 RCUs

3.3.2 Connection of up to 6 RCUs

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3.3.3 Connection of up to 9 RCUs

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3.4 Use of Smart Bias Tees

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3.5 Use of TMAs

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Abbreviation Index
4. Abbreviation Index

AC AISG BTS CE CCU DC DHCP DTMA ENV ETS EWG FTP HTML HTTP ISB ICMP LPZ OMC PPP RCU RET SBT SNMP TCP/IP TMA UDP UMTS VDE

Alternating Current Antenna Interface Standards Group Base Transceiver System Communaut Europenne Central Control Unit Direct Current Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Double Tower Mounted Amplifier Europische Vornorm (European Pre-Standard) European Telecommunication Standard Europische Wirtschafts Gemeinschaft File Transfer Protocol Hyper Text Markup Language based on HTTP Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Idle State Biasing Internet Control Message Protocol Lightning Protection Zone Operational Maintenance Center Point to Point Protocol Remote Control Unit Remote Electrical Tilt Smart Bias Tee Simple Network Management Protocol Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Tower Mounted Amplifier User Datagram Protocol Universal Mobile Telecommunications System Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (association of German electrical engineering technicians)

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Contact Addresses
Contact Addresses For all sales inquiries: Fax (++49)(+8031)184-820 E-Mail: central.sales@kathrein.de For technical information: Fax (++49)(+8031)184-973 E-Mail: antennas.mobilcom@kathrein.de

internet: http://www.kathrein.de KATHREIN-Werke KG Telephone +49 8031 1 84-0 Fax +49 8031 1 84-3 06 Anton-Kathrein-Strae 1 - 3 PO Box 10 04 44 D-83004 Rosenheim Germany

936.2371/B/0605/ZWT-Technical data subject to change!