Nova246
Outdoor eNodeB Datasheet
HIGHLIGHTS
NOTE: Features can vary based on model or region.
• Standard LTE TDD Bands 38/40/41/48
– Customization can be requested:
o Email [email protected] for North
America.
o Email [email protected] for all other
regions.
• GUI-based local and remote Web management
• Suitable for private and public deployments; any
IP-based backhaul can be used, including public
transmission protected by Internet Protocol
Security (IPsec)
• External high-gain antenna
• Higher transmission power for extended
coverage
• Excellent Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) coverage
• Peak rate (per unit): Up to DL 220 Mbps,
UL 28 Mbps with 2x20 MHz bandwidth
• 96 RRC connected users per carrier, 96+96 in DC
mode
INTRODUCTION • Integrated small cell form factor for quick and
easy installation
The Baicells Nova246 eNodeB (eNB) is an advanced
• Configured out-of-the-box to work with Baicells
dual carrier (DC) outdoor Long-Term Evolution (LTE) CloudCore
product that operates in Time Division Duplexing
• HaloB as embedded EPC solution
(TDD) mode. This eNB provides users with high-
• Supports Citizens Broadband Radio Service
speed broadband wireless access to the Internet
(CBRS)
using 2*20 W output power (2x2 MIMO with 20 W
• Supports RET function AISG 2.0
output each channel). This eNB operates in Dual
Carrier (DC) or Single Carrier (SC) mode. • Plug-and-play with Self-Organizing Network
(SON) capabilities
In DC mode, each carrier is treated as an independent • Interoperates with standard LTE Evolved Packet
cell, supporting 96+96 users with each cell supporting Core (EPC)
5, 10, 15, or 20 MHz bandwidth. Using a Nova246 in DC • Supports TR-069 network management interface
mode simplifies and streamlines the deployment of
• Lower power consumption, which reduces OPEX,
split sectors. can be powered easily by Baicells compact
outdoor SmartUPS
This product comes with a standard one-year
warranty; an extended warranty is available.
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TECHNOLOGY
Standard LTE TDD RAN (3GPP Release 13.5 compliant)
TDD UL/DL Configuration 0, 1, 2 (with Special Subframe Configuration 7)
B38 (2570 MHz–2620 MHz)
B40 (2300 MHz–2400 MHz)
Frequency Band
B41 (2496 MHz–2690 MHz)
B48 (3550 MHz–3700 MHz)
Channel Bandwidth 5/10/15/20 MHz (Any combination)
Multiplexing MIMO: 2x2 (DL)
Radio: SNOW 3G/AES-128/ZUC
Security
Backhaul: IPsec (X.509 AES-128, AES-256, SHA-128, SHA-256)
INTERFACE
Ethernet Interface 1 RJ-45 Ethernet interface (1 GE) and 1 optical (SFP) interface
-40 VDC to -57 VDC, nominal -48 VDC
Power Supply
AC adaptor (multi-national standards)
Protocols Used IPv4, UDP, TCP, ICMP, NTP, SSH, IPsec, TR-069, HTTP/HTTPs, 1588v2, DHCP
Network Management IPv4, HTTP/HTTPs, TR-069, SSH, Embedded EPC
VLAN 802.IQ
LED Indicators 4 x status LED
CELL1/CELL2/ALM/PWR
PERFORMANCE
2x20 MHz DL (Mbps) UL (Mbps)
UL/DL Config 0 2x50 2x42
UL/DL Config 1 2x80 2x28
UL/DL Config 2 2x110 2x14
Peak Data Rate (DC)
Ethernet interface Ethernet interface Ethernet interface
UL/DL Config 0 2x25 2x21
UL/DL Config 1 2x40 2x14
UL/DL Config 2 2x55 2x7
Up to 96 RRC connected users per cell (4 users per TTI)
User Capacity • SC: 96 RRC connected users
• DC: 96+96 RRC connected users
Maximum Deployment Range 28 kilometers
Latency 30 milliseconds
Receive Sensitivity -102 dBm (per channel)
Modulation MCS0 (QPSK) to MCS28 (64 QAM)
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Transmit Power Range 0 to 46 dBm (combined, with 1 dB interval)
Quality of Service Nine-level priority indicated by QoS Class Identifiers (QCI)
ARQ/HARQ Yes
Synchronization GPS
MODULATION LEVELS (ADAPTIVE)
MCS Modulation Scheme RSRP (dBm) Coverage Distance (km)
0–9 QPSK -120 <= RSRP < -110 15 < D <= 28
10–16 16 QAM -110 <= RSRP < -100 7.5 < D < 15
17–28 64 QAM RSRP >= -100 D <= 7.5
NOTE: The information provided is for reference only as the environment can impact modulation levels.
Scenario: Base Station height is 30 meters; Customer User Equipment (CPE) height is two meters.
FEATURES
Voice VoLTE, Circuit Switched Fallback (CSFB) to GSM
Self-Organizing Network
• Automatic setup
SON
• Automatic Neighbor Relation (ANR)
• PCI confliction detection
EPC HaloB (Embedded EPC)
RET Support Yes
Traffic Offload Local breakout
Layer 2 Support Transparent Bridge Mode*
• Local/Remote Web maintenance
• Online status management
• Performance statistics
• Fault management
• Local/Remote software upgrade
Maintenance • Logging
• Connectivity diagnosis
• Automatic start and configuration
• Alarm reporting
• User information tracing
• Signaling trace
* Planned for future release.
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LINK BUDGET
Antenna Connection N-Type connector for external high-gain antenna
GPS Antenna External GPS antenna, N-Type connector
VSWR < 1.5
Power Control UL Open-loop Power Control, DL Power Allocation (3GPP TS 36.213 compliant)
PHYSICAL
Surge SuppressionYes
Power Interface LightningDifferential mode: ±10 KA
ProtectionCommon mode: ±20 KA
MTBF ≥ 150000 hours
MTTR ≤ 1 hour
Ingress Protection Rating
IP66
Operating Temperature -40°F to 131°F / -40°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature -49°F to 158°F / -45°C to 70°C
Humidity5% to 95% RH
Atmospheric Pressure 70 kPa to 106 kPa
Power Consumption Typical 155 W, maximum 180 W
Weight24.9 lb/11.3 kg (with pre-installed bracket)
With joint:
• 17.6 x 11.3 x 4.4 inches
• 447 x 287 x 113 millimeters
Dimensions (HxWxD)
Without joint and handle:
• 17.0 x 9.7 x 4.4 inches
• 431 x 247 x 113 millimeters
Installation Pole or wall mount
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GLOBAL PART NUMBERS
Nova246 Outdoor TDD eNB – LTE Release 13.5, 2x20 W (43 dBm), 2 port,
2570 MHz–2620 MHz, B38
sBS81060 (G)
• FCC certification: TBD
• IC certification: TBD
Nova246 Outdoor TDD eNB – LTE Release 13.5, 2x20 W (43 dBm), 2 port,
2300 MHz–2400 MHz, B40
sBS81000 (G)
• FCC certification: TBD
• IC certification: TBD
Nova246 Outdoor TDD eNB – LTE Release 13.5, 2x20 W (43 dBm), 2 port,
2469 MHz–2690 MHz, B41
sBS81040 (G)
• FCC certification: 2AG32SBS81040
• IC certification: 20982-SBS81040
Nova246 Outdoor TDD eNB – LTE Release 13.5, 2x20 W (43 dBm), 2 port,
3550 MHz–3700 MHz, B48
sBS81010G
• FCC certification: TBD
• IC certification: TBD
NOTE: Customized versions can be requested.
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