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Table of Contents

1 Coax Segment Sweep Testing – Return Loss & DTF Return Loss ......................................................................... 3
1.1 Introduction to Test ................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.2 Required Tools & Equipment .................................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Equipment Setup ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Operational Procedures .......................................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Segment Sweep Return Loss & DTF Return Loss Passing Requirements ........................................................ 5
1.6 Labeling and Documentation ................................................................................................................................. 6
1.7 Submittal Process .................................................................................................................................................... 7
2 DTF Return Loss – System Sweep Test ................................................................................................................. 7
2.1 Introduction to Test ................................................................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Required Tools/Equipment ..................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Equipment Setup ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.4 Operational Procedures .......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 System Sweep Return Loss & DTF Return Loss Passing Requirements ....................................................... 10
2.6 Labeling and Documentation .............................................................................................................................. 11
2.7 Submittal Process ................................................................................................................................................. 12
3 Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Cabling Diagram Sample:...................................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 NOKIA Installation Workbook Sample: ................................................................................................................ 12
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1 Segment Sweep Testing [Return Loss & DTF - Return Loss]

1.1 Introduction to Test

It is an American Tower requirement that each segment of coaxial cable be tested to measure Return Loss (RL)
& Distance-To-Fault Return Loss (DTF-RL) to a 50 ohm load. The purpose of this section is to assure that coax
sweep testing is performed and documented per NOKIA standards. This section assumes the reader has a
technical understanding of RF tools, testing, and is sweep certified on the device used to test.

This test will assure that each coax cable has no faults and the connectors are properly terminated. This test
must be performed on each individual coax cable at:

 Remote Unit side (remote out to the associated antennas).

 Head End side (Demarcation Board to Attenuation Trays) and (Attenuation Trays to POIs).

Note:
If Head End coax cables are factory tested then NO segment sweep is required and factory test results would
be enough.

1.2 Required Tools & Equipment

 Anritsu S332E Spectrum Analyzer

 Anritsu Line Sweep Tools Software
 Phase Stable cable
 Calibration Kit
 Precision 50 Ohm Load
 Coax data sheet
 Adapter Set: 7/16 (M) - N-Type (M) & 7/16 (F) - N-Type (M)
 Valid Anritsu Calibration Certificate
 Line Sweep Certification Class – Certificate of Completion

1.3 Equipment Setup

Turn the spectrum analyzer on and allow 30 minutes to warm up to adjust the unit’s temperature. Utilizing the
dual format display function, place the spectrum analyzer in return loss & DTF return Loss mode. For return
loss, the amplitude (Y-axis) should be setup to view from 0.0dB to 50.0dB. For DTF return loss, the distance (x-
axis) should be 25% longer than the coax line under test.
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Example: DTF Return Loss Total Distance Calculation

I. 100 ft. distance of coax run under test

II. Distance scaling = Distance of coax run under test + 25%
= 100 ft. + 25ft.
= 125 ft.
 Start distance = 0 ft.
 Stop distance = 125 ft.

Select the appropriate cable type from the DTF parameters menu. All settings must NOKIA the cable spec sheet
(prop velocity, insertion loss, etc.). Set the limit line to 18.0 dB for return loss only (DTF - RL display will be used
to identify the problematic spots only and no limit line is required).

NOKIA requires coax must be swept on 3 separate tests as below:

 First one: at a frequency range of (698 - 960MHz) low band.

 Second one: at a frequency range of (1700 - 2000MHz) mid band.
 Third one: at a frequency range of (2100 – 2400MHz) high band.

Once the frequencies are selected, perform calibration of the spectrum analyzer as necessary. Perform a
system calibration at a minimum of once every two hours.

1.4 Operational Procedures

Once the frequency is selected and spectrum analyzer is properly calibrated, connect the phase stable cable to
the RF Out port of the spectrum analyzer. Connect the other end of the phase stable cable directly to the coax
line. Place the precision 50 Ohm Load on the opposing end of the coax line. Coax segment sweep test should
not be performed through any jumper cables, splitters, or couplers in the DAS system but on an individual Coax
segment only (see diagram below).
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Utilizing the dual format display function of the spectrum analyzer, perform low, mid and high band return loss
& DTF return loss segment sweep (Return loss and DTF return loss measurements are to be performed
simultaneously) under the measurement menu function of the spectrum analyzer. Save the data in native (VNA)
and screenshot in PDF format.

1.5 Segment Sweep Passing Requirements

A. Return loss measurements are to be lower than the limit line set at 18 dB utilizing the marker to peak
function of the analyzer.

B. DTF return loss events (spikes) between the spectrum analyzer RF out port and the 50 ohm load
Must be lower than 40 dB else the coax segment will be considered as defective and a new coax run to
be pulled instead.

If the coax or any connector fails to meet these specifications, troubleshoot and fix. Proper connector
installation and coax cable bend radius is critical in receiving good test results for coax return loss.

Example #1 : Segment Sweep Return Loss & DTF Return Loss (Low Band)
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Example #2: DTF Return Loss Segement Sweep Limit Lines

1.6 Labeling and Documentation

The segment sweep plots should be labeled according to the following:

Site ID_Cable ID_RL_LB

Site ID_Cable ID_DTF - RL_LB
Site ID_Cable ID_RL_MB
Site ID_Cable ID_DTF - RL_MB
Site ID_Cable ID_RL_HB
Site ID_Cable ID_DTF - RL_HB

Note:
 LB = Low Band 698-960MHz.
 MB = Mid Band 1700-2000MHz.
 HB = High Band 2100-2400MHz.
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 Cable ID = to be taken from the Antenna layout or the Schematic diagram (as shown in the Appendix
cabling diagram).

Example
Site Code = 318497
Cable ID = CBL33

File Name  318497_CBL33_RL_LB

File Name  318497_CBL33_DTF - RL_LB

1.7 Submittal Process

After all coax lines have been tested and all passing results are obtained, the results must be submitted to
NOKIA Construction Manager within 7 days before Final Punch walk. Include the VNA native files, PDF
screenshots, and a summary Excel spreadsheet with the results. Include summaries for all tests in the NOKIA
closeout summary as shown below. A Pass in the summary sheet indicates ALL low, mid and high band tests
are 100% below the limit line.

Segment Sweep Test - Return Loss / DTF Return Loss

Return Loss Measurement Remarks

Coax Cable ID Band
(under 18.0dB) (Pass/Fail)

CBL 33 Low Band 698-960 MHz 18.2dBm Pass

CBL 33 Mid Band 1700-2000 MHz 20.0dBm Pass
CBL 33 High Band 2100-2400 MHz 24.3dBm Pass

2 System Sweep Test [DTF Return Loss Only]

2.1 Introduction to Test

Once all the segment sweeps are complete NOKIA requires Distance-To-Fault Return Loss (DTF-RL) system
sweeps to be performed from each DAS remote out to the associated antennas. This includes the whole
feeders, jumpers and passive components.
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2.2 Required Tools/Equipment

 Anritsu S332E Spectrum Analyzer

 Anritsu Line Sweep Tools Software
 Phase Stable cable
 Calibration Kit
 Calibrated open load
 Coax and passive components data sheets
 Adapter Set: 7/16 (M) - N-Type (M) & 7/16 (F) - N-Type (M)
 Valid Anritsu Calibration Certificate
 Line Sweep Certification Class – Certificate of Completion

2.3 Equipment Setup

Turn the spectrum analyzer on and allow 30 minutes to warm up to adjust the unit’s temperature. Place the
spectrum analyzer in DTF return Loss mode. The distance (x-axis) should be 25% longer than the coax line to
be tested but (frequency resolution setting should not exceed 200 KHz and fault resolution shouldn’t exceed 2
- 4 feet). Select the appropriate cable type from the DTF parameters menu. All settings must mNOKIAh the
cable spec sheet (prop velocity, insertion loss, etc.). Limit line to be set using the Calibrated Open Load (see
operational procedure).

NOKIA requires coax must be swept on 3 separate tests as below:

 First one: at a frequency range of (698 - 960MHz) low band.

 Second one: at a frequency range of (1700 - 2000MHz) mid band.
 Third one: at a frequency range of (2100 – 2400MHz) high band.

Once the frequencies are selected, perform calibration of the spectrum analyzer as necessary. Perform a
system calibration at a minimum of once every two hours.
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2.4 Operational Procedures

Disconnect any
antenna and have
the Calibrated
Disconnect cable at Open Load
remote location connected instead.
connect to the
Anritsu for system
sweeps on each of
the MIMO paths

A. All faults detected during the segment testing must have been repaired prior to performing the DTF
return loss system test.

B. All passive components (open ports) must be terminated with 50 ohm loads prior to performing the
system sweep test.

C. Disconnect any DAS antenna and have the Calibrated Open Load connected instead (repeat this step
for each system sweep). The peak generated by the Calibrated Open Load will be the reference to
Pass/Fail the results.

D. Mark the peak generated by the Calibrated Open Load and set your limit line to its value.

Note:

 Select an antenna location as near as possible to the Remote Unit to easily recognize the Calibrated
Open Load peak and to avoid any confusion with other passive components peaks.
 The peak height of the Calibrated Open Load will vary depends on how far is the selected antenna
(being replaced by load) from the Remote Unit.
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2.5 System Sweep Passing Requirements

Reflection peak should be a PASS if minimum 6 dB to the open calibrated load is obtained (see example #3).

If the coax or any connector fails to meet these specifications, troubleshoot and fix. Proper connector
installation and coax cable bend radius is critical in receiving good system sweep results

Example #3: Description of System Sweep DTF Return Loss Test Results
Calibrated Open
Load – Limit Line
at 11 dB

Minimum of 6dB
(Peak to Limit Line)
to PASS

Disconnect any
antenna and have
the Calibrated
Open Load
connected instead.
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2.6 Labeling and Documentation

Site ID_Remote Unit ID_ DTF - RL_LB
Site ID_Remote Unit ID_ DTF - RL_MB
Site ID_Remote Unit ID_ DTF - RL_HB

Note:
 LB = Low Band 698-960MHz.
 MB = Mid Band 1700-2000MHz.
 HB = High Band 2100-2400MHz.
 Remote Unit ID = to be taken from the Antenna layout or the Schematic diagram.
I. In case of SISO = One Remote Unit = One ID
II. In case of MIMO = Two Remote Units = Two IDs (A &B)

Example:
Site Code = 318497
Remote Unit = 1-1 (SISO)
Remote Unit = 1-1A & 1-1B (MIMO)

File Name = 318497_1-1_DTF - RL_LB

File Name = 318497_1-1_DTF - RL_MB SISO
File Name = 318497_1-1_DTF - RL_HB

File Name = 318497_1-1A_DTF - RL_LB

File Name = 318497_1-1B_DTF - RL_LB
File Name = 318497_1-1A_DTF - RL_MB MIMO
File Name = 318497_1-1B_DTF - RL_MB
File Name = 318497_1-1A_DTF - RL_HB
File Name = 318497_1-1B_DTF - RL_HB
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2.7 Submittal Process

After all coax lines have been tested and all passing results are obtained, the results must be turned into the
NOKIA construction manager within 7 days before the Final Punch walk. The submittal process is to include
system sweep data and the PDF screenshots populated in NOKIA workbook (attached in the appendix of this
document). All native VNA files must be provided to NOKIA in a separate folder for further reference.

3 Appendix
3.1 Cabling Diagram Sample:

Cabling Schematic
Diagram

3.2 NOKIA Workbook Sample:

ATC DAS SWEEP

TESTING SOW REV 4 (041614).xlsx