NEC FP16204 Femtocell User manual

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UserManual

FP6Femtocell

GAccessPointforOffices&IndoorSpaces

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Contents

1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 3

2 Gettingstarted .................................................................................................................. 4

2.1 Checkwhat’sinthebox............................................................................................. 4

2.2 Location ..................................................................................................................... 4

2.3 Configurationandpowerup ..................................................................................... 5

3 UsingyourFemtocell......................................................................................................... 6

3.1 Howitworks.............................................................................................................. 6

3.2 Broadbandconnection .............................................................................................. 6

3.3 IndicatorLights .......................................................................................................... 6

3.4 Privacy ....................................................................................................................... 7

3.5 Emergencycalls ......................................................................................................... 7

4 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 8

5 SafetyandProductcare .................................................................................................... 9

6 Specifications................................................................................................................... 10

7 Conformanceinformation............................................................................................... 11

8 Glossary ........................................................................................................................... 13

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1 Introduction

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The FP16204 Femtocell Access Point from NEC is one ofthe most technically advanced 3G

accesspoints,yetinstallationissimpleandstraightforward.

Plugging the compact unit into your broadband router or cable modem will grant your

existing3Gphoneordata‐cardexclusiveaccesstoitsown3G

accesspoint.TheFemtocellis

likealow‐power3GequivalentofaWi‐Fihotspotthatworkswithallyour3Gdevices.Itcan

beconfiguredtohandlefour,eightorsixteenvoicecallsatthesametime.Thereisnoneed

to worry about dropped calls, poor voice quality or slow data connections, dependable

multi‐megabitspeedsarenowarealitywhereascoverageconcernsandnetworkcongestion

arethingsofthepast.

TheFemtocellhas no buttonsto press andsimplyrequires a powersource andbroadband

data connection to operate. The Femtocell automatically communicates with a central

management system over a secure Internet connection. It takes less than 10 minutes to

firstcall.

ItisimportantthatyoureadeachsectionofthismanualbeforeoperatingtheFemtocell.

Please give particular attention to

 all operating instructions and retain them for future

reference.

2 Gettingstarted

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2.1 Checkwhat’sinthebox

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Femtocellwithfreestandingmountand

(optional)wallbracket

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Ethernetdatacabletoconnectthe

FemtocelltoyourLAN,broadband

routerorcablemodem

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Mainspowersupplyadaptorandplug

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ExternalGPSantenna

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UserGuide

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2.2 Location

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The range of the Femtocell depends on a number of factors including its location,

thenumberandtheconstructionofthewalls,andtheproximitytootherFemtocells.

Firstly,locateyournearestLANport,broadbanddatarouterorcablemodem,asthis

willneedtobeconnectedtotheFemtocell.

It is worth spending a little time thinking about where to place your Femtocell.

Considerationsshouldincludewhereyouaremostlikelytomakeorreceivecalls:If

youwantedtotalktoeveryone inyour homeorofficewithoutshoutingtooloudly

thenwherewouldyoustand?Thatisprobably

agoodlocationfortheFemtocell.

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Ideally,placeyourFemtocellsomewherecentralinanelevatedlocationandcloseto

awindow.

For even better coverage throughout the home, the external GPS antenna can be

connected andplacedbyawindow to allow theFemtocelltobe locatedin a more

centrallocation.

3 UsingyourFemtocell

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3.1 Howitworks

Traditionally your mobile phone provides service using a long‐distance radio

connectionwithamobilephonenetwork.

The Femtocell is a mobile access point that seamlessly replaces this service when

you are indoors. It uses your broadband internet connection to communicate with

themobilenetwork,andbecauseitprovidescoverageindoorsitisverylowpower‐

similarorlowerthanthepowerusedbyaregularcordlesshomephone,Wi‐Firouter

orevenyourmobilephone.

The result is outstanding 3G coverage including dependable, high‐speed data

services like music download and video.The3G mobile networkdetects whenyou

aremovingbetweentheoutdoornetworkandyourindoorFemtocellcoveragearea

andautomaticallyshiftsbetweenthetwowithoutanyinterventionrequired.

3.2 Broadbandconnection

IncreasesinbroadbanddataspeedsovertelephonelinesandcableTVnowmakeita

viable means to transport other forms of data as well as the Internet and music

downloads.

The Femtocell plugs into your broadband interface and accesses your Mobile

Operator’s network in a secure manner just like the mobile equipment you see

outside. This ensuresthatitfunctions inexactlythesame way, offeringyouall the

latest 3G services. As with any mobile equipment, the Femtocell automatically

connects to the network without youhavingtopressanybuttons to communicate

withitviaacomputer.

Since the Femtocell shares your broadband interface with your PC Internet

connection, it has to be able to support both simultaneously. If you frequently

download large amounts of data such as music from the Internet, we recommend

thatyourbroadbandspeedisbetterthan1Mbpsinthedownlinkdirectionand512

kbps in the uplink direction. Additionally if your broadband router is capable of

supportingClassofServicedataprioritisationthenyoucanconfigure ittoprioritise

yourFemtocelldataandprovideabetterqualityofservicetoyourmobiledevice.

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3.3 IndicatorLights

The indicator light tells you what the Femtocell is doing and whether or not it is

experiencinganyproblems.Itcanbeeithergreentoshowitisoperatingproperly,or

red to highlight a problem. The Femtocell can take up to 10 minutes to configure

itselfafterswitchingonforthefirsttime.Duringthisperiod,itcarriesoutanumber

ofself‐checksand configuresitselftogivebestcoverageinyourhomeoroffice. All

communications between the Femtocell and the central management system are

secureandcarriedoveryourbroadbanddataconnection.

Ifforanyreasontheindicator

lightisredthismeansthatthereisaproblem.Section

4 contains information about the state of the indicator light, what it means, and

whatactionsneedtobetaken.

3.4 Privacy

The Femtocell ensures your privacy by not logging, recording or reporting phone

calls, phone numbers, data files, web pages or any other information except as

required by your Service Provider or Mobile Operator as a normal part of its legal

commitments.

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3.5 Emergencycalls

Likeotherphonesthatrequireapowersourcebutdonothaveabatterybackup,the

Femtocellshouldnotberelieduponasanonlymeanstomakea911emergencycall.

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4 Troubleshooting

TheRedIndicatorlightisusedtosignalaproblemwiththeunit.

IftheRedIndicatorlightisflashingthismeansthatthereisaproblemwhichyoucan

resolve yourself. The number of flashesindicates the type of problem as shown in

thetablebelow.

If the Red Indicator

 light is on but not flashing then please contact your customer

carewhowillbeabletoassistyouwiththeproblem.

Numberof

flashes

Problem Resolution

1 Noconnectionto

localbroadband

router

Checktheconnectionbetweenthebroadband

routerandtheFemtocell.

2 Nointernet

connection

Checkthatthebroadbandrouterisconnectedtothe

Internetandisprovidingservice.

3 Interference

problem

Thereisinterfacewithothersystems.Tryplacing

theFemtocellinadifferentplace.Ifthispersists

pleasecontactcustomerservices.

4 Overheating ChecktheFemtocellislocatedwherethereisgood

airflow.

5 SIMcardproblem ChecktoseethattheSIMcardisinsertedcorrectly

andthatitistheoneprovidedwiththeFemtocell.

5 SafetyandProductcare

All instructions, warning and caution statements that accompany this equipment

mustbestrictlyfollowedatalltimestoensureitssafeuse.Observeallwarningand

cautionsymbolsthatarefixedtothisequipment.

This electrical equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those

who install and use it. However, when using this device, basic safety precautions

should alwaysbefollowed to reduce theriskof fire and injury to persons, andthe

dangersofelectricshockandstaticelectricity.

Donotcoverthedeviceorblocktheairflowtothedevicewithanyotherobjects.

Dustoccasionallytokeepairventsclearofdebris.Donotuseliquidcleaners.

This product was qualified under test conditions that included the use of the

suppliedcablesbetweensystemcomponents.Tobeincompliancewithregulations,

the usermustusethe cables supplied with the unitandinstall them

properly.This

includesthepoweradapterthatisprovided.

Operate this product only with the type of power sourceindicated on the marking

label.Ifyouarenotsureofthetypeofpowersuppliedtoyourpropertythenplease

consultyourdealerorlocalelectricitycompany.Donotusethisproductoutdoorsor

donot usethisproductnear water.Keepthe deviceawayfromexcessiveheatand

humidity and keep the device free from vibration and dust. Wipe the unit with a

clean,drycloth.Neverusecleaningfluidorsimilarchemicals.Donotspraycleaners

directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust. Avoid installing or using this

productduringanelectricalstorm,theremaybearemoteriskofelectricshockfrom

lightning. During an electrical storm, for added protection please unplug the unit

from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables. This will prevent damage due to

lightning and power surges. For safety reasons, only authorised service technicians

shouldopenthedevice.Ifthedeviceisopenedthenthewarrantywillbecomevoid.

Thedevicemayaffectmedicalequipmentsopleasetakeaccountofanyassociated

technology restrictions. This device, like other radio devices,

 emitsradio frequency

electromagneticenergy,butoperateswithintheguidelinesfoundinradiofrequency

safety standards and recommendations. It is recommended that the minimum

operating distance from the installed Femtocell to persons is 20cm. Ensure the

Femtocell is turned off when inserting or removing the SIM card. Do not bend

or

scratchtheSIMcard.Keepitawayfromstaticelectricity,wateranddirt.

6 Specifications

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Model FP16204

RadioInterface 3GPPWCDMABand

7 Conformanceinformation

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SIM Subscriber Identity Module. Removable smart card used in a mobile

phone or datacard to hold network security data, identify theowner

andstorepersonalinformation.

Uplink Wireless connection between the mobile device and the fixed base

station.

WCDMA WidebandCodeDivisionMultipleAccess.Fundamentaltechnologyfor

3GnetworksusedinEuropeandtherestoftheworld.

Wi‐Fi Wireless technology to provide a local data connection between

electronicproducts.

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NECFP16204FemtocellUserManual

Version1.0

September2011

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Informationissubjecttochangewithoutnotice.

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NEC FP16204 Femtocell User manual

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