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Macro Base Station Installation Procedures (NPM-2500) Release 2.1 Revision 00b-DRAFT August 23, 2006 Copyright 2006 SOMA Networks, Inc. All Rights Reserved. SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street Suite 4600 San Francisco, CA 94107 U.S.A. Phone +1.415.882.6500 Fax+1.415.882.6501 SOMA, SOMA Networks and the star-and-circle logo are trademarks of SOMA Networks, Inc. All SOMA Networks product names are trademarks of SOMA Networks, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Products and services of SOMA Networks, Inc. may be protected by one or more pending or issued U.S. or foreign patents. SOMA Networks, Inc. reserves the right to, without notice, make changes to its products as progress in engineering or manufacturing methods or circumstances may warrant. FCC Warning 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 instruction 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 his or her own expense. Regulatory Information This equipment complies with the following regulatory certifications: FCC Part 15 August 23, 2006Revision 00b-DRAFT3 Chapter 1Overview............................................................................................................................... 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Major Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Chapter 2Site Preparation ................................................................................................................... 9 Physical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Network and Backhaul Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 General Site Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Chapter 3Pre-Installation Requirements and Procedures.............................................................. 19 Antistatic Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Equipment, Tools, and Supplies Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Unpack and Inspect the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Chapter 4Installation Procedures ..................................................................................................... 25 Attach the Base Station Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Install the Radio Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connect the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Configure Jumpers on Sector Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Install the Cards in the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Connect the PDP, Ethernet, and SERDES Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Configure Sector Controller BIOS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Chapter 5Antenna Installation Procedures...................................................................................... 35 Install the Main and Diversity Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 CONTENTS 4Revision 00b-DRAFTAugust 23, 2006 Macro Base Station Installation Procedures (NPM-2500) August 23, 2006Revision 00b-DRAFT5 Chapter 1 Chapter 1OVERVIEW This chapter provides an introduction to the NPM-2500 single-sector macro base station. Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 6 Major Components .......................................................................................................................................... 7 6Revision 00b-DRAFTAugust 23, 2006 Macro Base Station Installation Procedures (NPM-2500) Introduction The NPM-2500 is a single-sector SOMA base station. Figure 1.1 shows the base station components. Figure 1.1Single-Sector NPM-2500 Multiple base stations can be stored on a single 19-inch rack, as shown in Figure 1.2. Figure 1.2Multi-Sector NPM-2500 Configuration POWER FAUL T PDP Edge Router / Ethernet switch (Third-party Equipment) Sector Controller Modem Card Power Supply Chassis Radio Modules PDP Edge Router / Ethernet Switch (Third-Party Equipm…
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SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 ◦ San Francisco, California 94107 July 20, 2006 ATTN:Reviewing Engineer Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: LETTER OF AGENT AUTHORIZATION, FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A To Whom It May Concern: We, the undersigned, hereby authorize MET Laboratories, Inc. to act on our behalf in all matters relating to application for equipment authorization, including the signing of all documents relating to these matters. We also hereby certify that no party to the application authorized hereunder is subject to the denial of benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988,21 U.S.C.853(a). This agreement expires one year from the current date. Sincerely, Robin Grindley Chief Scientist – Hardware Systems SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry St. Ste. 4600, SF, CA, 94107 185 Berry Street • Suite 4600 • San Francisco CA 94107 • Phone: 415.882.6500 • Fax: 415.882.6512
SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 ◦ San Francisco, California 94107 July 20, 2006 ATTN:Reviewing Engineer Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: CONFIDENTIALITY REQUEST FOR FBS (Wireless base station), Model # NPM- 2500-C410, FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A To Whom It May Concern: This letter serves as an official request for confidentiality under FCC Rule Section 0.459. We have requested that the schematics, block diagrams, modulation description and the operational/technical description required to be submitted with this application be withheld from public review. In view of the fact that the schematics, block diagrams, modulation description and the operational/technical description disclose the mechanism of our process, we ask that these portions (schematics, block diagrams, modulation description and operational/technical description) of our application be withheld from public inspection as provided under FCC section 0.459. These documents contain details of the proprietary operation of our product. These details are not readily discernible from our hardware – even to technically sophisticated individuals – and constitute trade secrets. Please contact me if there is any information you may need. Sincerely, Robin Grindley Chief Scientist – Hardware Systems SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street • Suite 4600 • San Francisco CA 94107 • Phone: 415.882.6500 • Fax: 415.882.6512
MET TCB SERVICE AGREEMENT DOCJ-TCB002 11/24/04 Page of 3 THIS AGREEMENT is made at Baltimore, Maryland this 6 th day of April, 2006, by and between MET LABORATORIES, INC. (hereinafter referred to as MET) and the following: Applicant: SOMA Networks, Inc. (Hereinafter referred to as the "Responsible Party") Address: 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 San Francisco, CA, 94107 Only the product(s) designed and engineered by the Applicant/Responsible Party and manufactured by the Manufacturer at the Manufacturer's facility at the above address, which have been certified by MET are covered by this service Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises set forth in this agreement, the above mentioned parties agree that; Upon successful evaluation, MET will issue the Applicant/Responsible Party a Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate, granting the Applicant/Responsible Party permission to market the certified product(s). At a minimum the product's identification plate or label will include the FCC ID Number or the Registration/Certification Number as well as any other information as might be required bystatute. The FCC requires that MET perform random post-certification surveillance. Surveillance for continued certification compliance can be accomplished by the Applicant/Responsible Party providing production models of the product to MET at MET’s request or to other locations as approved by MET for the purpose of compliance testing. The Manufacturer agrees to allow free and unrestricted access to the Manufacturer's facility during normal working hours for the purpose of permitting supervision. The Applicant/Responsible Party or Manufacturer agrees to provide and deliver to MET or locations approved by MET models of the certified product at MET’s request. All costs associated with testing of the device will be borne by the Applicant/Responsible Party or the Manufacturer and paid within 30 days of notice. If required the Applicant/Responsible Party agrees to provide to MET for MET review certain identified technical documents or quality documents that provide for a review of product update and compliance. Acceptable Markings are found in 47 CFR 2.925, 2.926, 15.19, and part 68.300. Only products visually bearing the appropriate FCC identification label and identified as to model and type will be acknowledged as being an authorized product. The Applicant/Responsible Party is responsible for applying the label to the product in accordance with current FCC requirements. An Applicant/Responsible Party is required to submit to MET a sample of the label or plate showing the FCC ID Number or the Registration/Certification Number for approval prior to applying to the product. 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(continued, next page) MET TCB SERVICE AGREEMENT DOCJ-TCB002 11/24/04 Page of 3 The Applicant/Responsible Party shall maintain or require the manufacturer to maintain a record of all complaints made known to them relating to the product's compliance with the requirements of the relevant standard and agrees to make these records available to MET when requested. The Aplicant/Responsible Party agrees to take appropriate action, or have the manufacturer take appropriate action with respect of such complaints and/or any deficiencies found in products or services that affect compliance with the requirements for certification. Compliance with all requirements and stipulations of the Certification Program and this agreement between MET and the Applicant/Responsible Party is required for program compliance. Non-compliance with all or part of this agreement may result in termination of the agreement and the notification to the FCC to withdraw certification of the product. 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SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES External Photographs SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES
F IL E : 007167A_01_AR T WO R K _L AB E L _R E G U L AT O R Y _ME T +F C C _F B S _700MH Z_ P R E -P R IN T E D. AI E C -04316 DR AWN B Y J . C R IM 8/17/056 Model: NPM-2500-C410 CAUTION: FOR INDOOR USE ONLY! USE ONLY WITH APPROVED POWER SUPPLY. INPUT RATING: -48 V 15 A MAX. Made in U.S.A.Label P/N: 007167A FCC PART 15 COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Listing # E112355 FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A 2 TOP SIDE VIEW 2.00 .25 2 1 (REF) 1 01 RELEASE PER 8/17/2006 8/17/2006 ENG APPR. MODEL FILE: PDP+Reg Label.SLDPRT/REV D C A A B C D 1 3 4 5 678 8 01 ES-000096 SH UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING SPEC,ENGINEERING,PDP REGULATORY LAEBEL PLACEMENT,FBS ES-000096 01 J.CRIM SOLE PROPERTY OF SOMA NETWORKS, INC. ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION OF SOMA NETWORKS IS PROHIBITED. PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL MATERIAL: FINISH: DRAWN DATE NAME TITLE: SIZE B DWG. NO. REV SHEET 1 OF 1 SCALE: 1:2 REVISIONS REV. REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE COMMENT 3 7 4 REV 5 DWG. NO. .005 6 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE 1 2 DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES: ANGULAR: 1 ONE PLACE DECIMAL .1 TWO PLACE DECIMAL .01 THREE PLACE DECIMAL EC-04316 ITEM NO.QUANTITYPART NUMBERDESCRIPTION 11006596POWER DISTRIBUTION PANEL,FBS 21007167ALABEL,REGULATORY,MET+FCC,FBS,-48V,700MHZ BILL OF MATERIALS
SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES Internal Photographs SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP MET LABORATORIES
SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 ◦ San Francisco, California 94107 July 20, 2006 ATTN:Reviewing Engineer Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: Tune-up Procedure for SOMAport3, Model # NPM-2500-C410, FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A To Whom It May Concern: The EUT with SOMA Model number NPM-2500-C410 is tuned and calibrated solely during the manufacturing process at the factory. It is neither necessary nor possible for a user to perform such a tune-up procedure. Sincerely, Robin Grindley Chief Scientist – Hardware Systems SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street • Suite 4600 • San Francisco CA 94107 • Phone: 415.882.6500 • Fax: 415.882.6512
SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 ◦ San Francisco, California 94107 July 20, 2006 ATTN:Reviewing Engineer Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: MPE Testing not required for NPM, Model # NPM-2500-C410, FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A To Whom It May Concern: The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be fixed/mounted on outdoor permanent structures. RF exposure compliance is addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location requirements of §1.1307(b)(3). Sincerely, Robin Grindley Chief Scientist – Hardware Systems SOMA Networks, Inc. 185 Berry Street • Suite 4600 • San Francisco CA 94107 • Phone: 415.882.6500 • Fax: 415.882.6512
MET Laboratories, Inc. Safety Certification - EMI - Telecom Environmental Simulation 33439 WESTERN AVENUE ! UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA 94587-3201 ! PHONE (510) 489-6300 ! FAX (510) 489-6372 The Nation’s First Licensed Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory SOMA Networks July 27, 2006 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 San Francisco, CA 94107 Dear Robin Grindley, Enclosed is the EMC test report for compliance testing of the SOMA Networks, SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP , tested to the requirements of the FCC Certification rules under Title 47 of the CFR Part 27 Subpart C & H and Part 15 Subpart B for a Class A. Thank you for using the services of MET Laboratories, Inc. If you have any questions regarding these results or if MET can be of further service to you, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely yours, MET LABORATORIES, INC. Jennifer Sanchez Documentation Department Reference: (\SOMA Networks\EMCS20306-FCC27) Certificates and reports shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written permission of MET Laboratories, Inc. While use of the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) letters or the NVLAP Logo, the Standards Council of Canada Logo, or the Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) Letters in this report reflects MET Accreditation under these programs, these letters, logo, or statements do not claim product endorsement by NVLAP or any Agency of the U.S. Government. MET Laboratories, Inc. Safety Certification - EMI - Telecom Environmental Simulation 33439 WESTERN AVENUE ! UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA 94587-3201 ! PHONE (510) 489-6300 ! FAX (510) 489-6372 DOC-EMC704 4/5/2005 Certificates and reports shall not be reproduced except in full, without the written permission of MET Laboratories, Inc. Electromagnetic Compatibility Criteria Test Report For the SOMA Networks SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP Tested under FCC Certification Rules Title 47 of the CFR, Part 27 C & H and Part 15 Subpart B for a Class A MET Report: EMCS20306-FCC27 July 27, 2006 Prepared For: SOMA Networks 185 Berry Street, Suite 4600 San Francisco, CA 94107 Prepared By: MET Laboratories, Inc. 4855 Patrick Henry Dr., Building 6 Santa Clara, CA 95054 SOMA Networks Electromagnetic Compatibility SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP CFR Title 47 Part 27 Subpart C & H and Part 15 Subpart B MET Report: EMCS20306-FCC27 © 2006, MET Laboratories, Inc. Page i of v DOC-EMC704 4/5/2005 Electromagnetic Compatibility Criteria Test Report For the SOMA Networks SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP Tested Under FCC Certification Rules Title 47 of the CFR, Part 27 C & H and Part 15 Subpart B for a Class A MET Report: EMCS20306-FCC Shawn McMillen Jennifer Sanchez Project Engineer, Electromagnetic Compatibility Lab Documentation Department Engineering Statement: The measurements shown in this report were made in accordance with the procedures indicated, and the emissions from this equipment were found to be within the limits applicable. I assume full responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of these measurements, and for the qualifications of all persons taking them. It is further stated that upon the basis of the measurements made, the equipment tested is capable of operation in accordance with the requirements of Part 27 C & H and Part 15 Subpart B of the FCC Rules under normal use and maintenance. Tony Permsombut, Manager, Electromagnetic Compatibility Lab SOMA Networks Electromagnetic Compatibility SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP CFR Title 47 Part 27 Subpart C & H and Part 15 Subpart B MET Report: EMCS20306-FCC27 © 2006, MET Laboratories, Inc. Page ii of v DOC-EMC704 4/5/2005 Report Status Sheet Revision Report Date Reason for Revision ∅ July 27, 2006 Initial Issue. SOMA Networks Electromagnetic Compatibility SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP CFR Title 47 Part 27 Subpart C & H and Part 15 Subpart B MET Report: EMCS20306-FCC27 © 2006, MET Laboratories, Inc. Page iii of v DOC-EMC704 4/5/2005 Table of Contents 1. Testing Summary ............................................................................................................................................................1 2. Equipment Configuration...............................................................................................................................................2 2.1. Overview....................................................................................................................................................................2 2.2. Test Site .....................................................................................................................................................................3 2.3. Description of Test Sample ........................................................................................................................................3 2.4. Equipment Configuration...........................................................................................................................................4 2.5. Support Equipment ....................................................................................................................................................4 2.6. Ports and Cabling Information ...................................................................................................................................5 2.7. Mode of Operation .....................................................................................................................................................7 2.8. Method of Monitoring EUT Operation ......................................................................................................................7 2.9. Modifications .............................................................................................................................................................7 2.9.1. Modifications to EUT ...............................................…
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SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A Test Configuration Photographs Radiated Emissions SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A Radiated Emissions SOMA Networks Model: SOMA BASE STATION 700MHZ FBS W 2 RMS & PDP FCC ID: POZNPM700007168A Radiated Spurious Emissions
| # | Rule Parts | Frequency Range | Power Output | Emission | Tolerance |
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| 1 | 27 | 731 MHz - 743 MHz | 20 W | 4M16D7D | 0.3300000000 ppm |

CPE-300-2C0 (SOMAport Subscriber Terminal)
Equipment Class
TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter
NPM Wireless Base Station
Equipment Class
TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter
SOMAport Subscriber wireless terminal
Equipment Class
TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter
SOMAport Subscriber Terminal
Equipment Class
PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter
Base Transmitter
Equipment Class
TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter