RadioFrame Networks Inc MCSERIES10 User Manual
MC-Series System Installation & Testing
System Description
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2.4 Non-RFN
Hardware
Non-RFN hardware for the MC-Series System must be procured and then installed in order for
the MC-Series System to be complete.
the MC-Series System to be complete.
2.4.1
integrated Site Controller (iSC-3)
The MC-Series System includes a pair of redundant integrated Site Controllers, or iSC-3s, which
are connected to the macro network through a Channel Service Unit (CSU). The connection
between the iSC and the MC-Series System is via two coaxial interfaces. The first is a 10base-2
Ethernet connection to provide data communications. This connection is made directly to the MC-
Series System and does not require an external media converter. The second connection is a 1
pps reference for system timing.
are connected to the macro network through a Channel Service Unit (CSU). The connection
between the iSC and the MC-Series System is via two coaxial interfaces. The first is a 10base-2
Ethernet connection to provide data communications. This connection is made directly to the MC-
Series System and does not require an external media converter. The second connection is a 1
pps reference for system timing.
For more information about the iSC-3, refer to the Motorola document Gen 3 Site Controller
System Manual, 68P80801E30-O.
System Manual, 68P80801E30-O.
2.4.2
Environmental Alarm System (EAS)
The Environmental Alarm System (EAS) provides a central location for site alarm signal
processing. The EAS monitors site environmental conditions, including AC power, smoke alarms,
intrusion alarms, antenna tower lights, etc.
processing. The EAS monitors site environmental conditions, including AC power, smoke alarms,
intrusion alarms, antenna tower lights, etc.
Alarm wiring routes directly from RadioFrame Networks equipment and power supply equipment
to the EAS. The EAS sends alarm status to the site controller via the IEEE 1284 parallel
connection.
to the EAS. The EAS sends alarm status to the site controller via the IEEE 1284 parallel
connection.
For more information about the iSC-3, refer to the Motorola document Gen 3 Site Controller
System Manual, 68P80801E30-O.
System Manual, 68P80801E30-O.
2.4.3
Channel Service Unit (CSU)
The Channel Service Unit (CSU) provides the T1 connection between the iSC-3 and the
telephone company that provides the T1 line. The CSU provides surge protection to the T1 line
and loop-back testing for the telephone company.
telephone company that provides the T1 line. The CSU provides surge protection to the T1 line
and loop-back testing for the telephone company.
For more information about the CSU, refer to the manufacturer's documentation.
2.4.4
GPS Antenna System
The Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna provides GPS signals to the iSC-3, which
constructs the timing reference for the MC-Series System hardware. One GPS antenna with a
dedicated 50ohm coax is required for each iSC-3.
constructs the timing reference for the MC-Series System hardware. One GPS antenna with a
dedicated 50ohm coax is required for each iSC-3.
2.4.5 Powerplant
The MC-Series System cabinet is powered by a nominal –48VDC powerplant supplied by the
customer. The powerplant may be installed in the cabinet or used externally. The cabinet is
shipped with a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) installed in the cabinet. The PDU contains circuit
breakers that provide overcurrent protection for MC-Series loads.
customer. The powerplant may be installed in the cabinet or used externally. The cabinet is
shipped with a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) installed in the cabinet. The PDU contains circuit
breakers that provide overcurrent protection for MC-Series loads.