System Architecture
The MobileAccess2000 solution deployment is comprised of the following elements. For more detailed information, refer to the MobileAccess2000 User Manual.
Headend Equipment
Radio Interface Unit (RIU): The RIU conditions the RF Downlink signals from base-transceiver stations (BTS) or bidirectional amplifiers (BDA) provided by the wireless service providers (WSPs), ensuring a constant level of RF before passing them on to the base units. RF Uplink signals from subscribers are received from the Base Units and transported back to the BTS or BDA.
Base Unit (BU): The BU converts the RF downlink signals received from the RIU to an optical signal for transport on single-mode or multimode fiber to the remote hub units (RHU), which are located at the remote locations. Uplink optical signals from subscribers are received from the RHU and converted back to RF before passing them on to the RIU.
System Controller: The system controller enables remote management and control of all MA1000 elements from a single location.
Remote Location Equipment
MobileAccess2000-Lite: The MA2000-Lite is an entry level platform for deploying a multi-operator solution. It supports up to two RHUs, each with an Add-On, for a total of six services.
MobileAccess2000 Modular Remote Cabinet (MRC): The MRC is a cabinet capable of housing up to five RHUs (or two RHUs, each with an Add-On), power and appropriate filtration.
Add-On (AO): The add-on is a single service unit that is coupled with an RHU to support an additional RF service. The add-on receives filtered RF signal from the RHU and amplifies it for transport across the broadband coax.