MINI-LINK E ETSI
Low and medium capacity microwave solution
Ericsson's point-to-point microwave solution, (1+0) or protected (1+1), employing space and
MINI-LINK E, fits any application where flexible, frequency diversity. The integrated power splitter
reliable and rapidly installed transmission is for protected configurations makes it possible to
required, for instance fixed and mobile telecom install two radio units directly to one antenna,
networks. Other applications in need for cost-effi- without using separate wave guides.
cient wireless connections are first and second
Ericsson can provide one common radio unit for
mile broadband access as well as private comm-
the complete MINI-LINK point-to-point portfolio
munication networks for example oil and energy
that supports all capacity and modulation needs.
companies and municipalities.
High spectrum utilization
Key benefits
For optimal utilization of available resources,
High reliability and low cost of ownership
MINI-LINK E radio terminals are available with
Fast network roll-out, easy-to-install and
two different modulation schemes, C-QPSK and
configure
16 QAM. This flexibility makes it possible to use
Efficient usage of spectrum
spectrum and power efficiently throughout the
network.
System overview
The system comprises an indoor unit (IDU) and All outdoor solutions
an outdoor unit (ODU). The units are connected The Ericsson all outdoor solutions are compact,
by a single coaxial cable carrying traffic and DC easy-to-install and have low visual impact.
supply. The IDU holds traffic, modem, service Unlike traditional all-outdoor solutions, they
and switching functions while the ODU, which use the same radio and modem units as other
comprises a radio unit and antenna, transmits MINI-LINK E products. The extensive range of
and receives radio signals. frequencies and capacities and the efficient
A wide range of antennas allows optimal logistics become attractive from an operators
efficiency for each link, combining high perspective. MINI-LINK E All outdoor solutions
performance with minimum outdoor visibility. are available for end sites as well as hub site
Terminals can be configured as unprotected configurations.
Data communication networks (DCN)
The use of IP as a standardized, scalable and easy-to-use protocol has set a new standard for how data
communication networks should be built to allow low operational costs today and in the future. All MINI-LINK
products provide IP DCN functionality, also MINI-LINK E. The Service Access Unit IP (SAU IP) unit fits in an
existing indoor magazine and enables legacy networks to be upgraded to modern IP infrastructure.
Network management
MINI-LINK Manager is a powerful network element manager for centralized operation and maintenance of
all microwave radio equipment supplied by Ericsson. It can be used as a stand-alone system, or integrated
in a higher level network management environment using standard protocols.
Technical data
Frequency (GHz) 7 8 13 15 18 23 26 28 32 38
C-QPSK
RF output power (dBm) +21/28 +20/26 +18/23 +18/25 +17/24 +20/23 +10/18 +17 +17 +17
Receiver threshold (dBm), BER 10-3
2x2 Mbit/s -95 -94 -94 -94 -95 -94 -94 -93 -92 -92
4x2 Mbit/s -92 -91 -91 -91 -92 -91 -91 -90 -89 -89
2x8 and 8x2 Mbit/s -89 -88 -88 -88 -89 -88 -88 -87 -86 -86
34+2 and 17x2 Mbit/s -86 -85 -85 -85 -86 -85 -85 -84 -83 -83
16 QAM
RF output power (dBm) +26 +22 +18 +18 +17 +18 +17 +17 +17 +14
Receiver threshold (dBm), BER 10-3
2x8 and 8x2 Mbit/s -87 -87 -86 -86 -86 -86 -86 -85 -84 -83
34+2 and 17x2 Mbit/s -84 -84 -83 -83 -83 -83 -83 -82 -81 -80
ATPC Available in all frequency bands
Channel spacing 2x2 4x2 2x8 and 8x2 34+2 and 17x2
C-QPSK 3.5 MHz 7 MHz 14 MHz 28 MHz
16 QAM - - 7 MHz 14 MHz
Frequency stability 10 ppm
Antennas 0.2/0.3/0.6/1.2/1.8 m compact antennas for integrated and separate installation
2.4/3.0/3.7 m antennas for separate installation
Integrated power splitters Available in symmetrical and asymmetrical versions
Traffic interfaces ITU-T Rec G.703 balanced or unbalanced, Ethernet 10/100BaseT(x)
Power supply 24-60 V DC nominal
Power consumption 30-110 W (depending on configuration)
Weights and dimensions (HxWxD)
Radio unit 7/8/18 GHz 7 kg/411x326x144 mm
Radio unit 13/15/23/26/28/32/38 GHz 4 kg/321x260x97 mm
Access module (fully equipped)
1U/2U/4U (19") 3.7/9.4/16.3 kg, 43x483x280/88x483x280/176x483x280 mm
Operational temperature -50C to +60C (outdoor, full functionality) -20C to +60C (indoor, full functionality)
Standards and recommendations CEN/CENELEC, ETSI, ITU, IEC, IEEE
Ericsson AB
Transmission & Transport Networks
SE-431 84 Mlndal, Sweden EN/LZT 110 423 R10
Telephone +46 31 747 00 00 Ericsson AB 2004
Fax +46 31 27 72 25 All technical data is typical and is
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