Base Station Antenna Systems 2008 Product Selection Guide - AVW

Teletilt ® Remote Electrical Downtilt SystemControllersTeletilt ® ATC300-1000 Rack Mount ControllerThe ATC300-1000 controller serves as an interface between a PC or Network Control Center andremote electrical downtilt (RET) devices installed at a base station site.This unit is equipped with an Ethernet port, as well as a 9-pin ‘D’ style RS-232 port. Either typeof connection provides direct access to a local computer, whereas the Ethernet port allows remoteaccess over a network or Internet connection. The controller interface is easily accessed through anInternet browser.The ATC300-1000 Teletilt controller is uniquely designed to provide both AISG and SMB connections onthe same unit. This controller supports up to 32 AISG antenna line device connections (e.g. actuatorsand TMAs). The SMB ports (layer one converter outputs) offer an alternative connection to transmit theAISG signals through a lower priced dc 2.1 bias tee. The ATC300-1000 is also capable of supportingnew concept antennas, such as the Andrew SmartBeam antenna models with three types ofadjustments that can be made (horizontal beamwidth, azimuth boresite, and electrical downtilt).The ATC300-1000 controller can be mounted in a 19 in rack (only 1 rack unit), usually enclosed inan equipment cabin. When the controller is used in an outdoor environment, it must be placed in aweatherproof enclosure.As a complimentary package, ANMS Site Manager software is provided with the purchase ofAndrew’s ATC300-1000 controller. This Antenna Network Management System (ANMS) programallows access to RET sites across the world to be managed over an Ethernet connection from anynetwork center. With ANMS Site Manager, you have instant visual feedback of your entire network.Adjustments can be easily made to accommodate changing coverage needs to numerous RET sitesat the same time without visiting the site.Part NumberATC300-1000IncludesDescriptionRack mount controller1 Antenna system control unit1 Ethernet crossover cable1 RS-232 serial cable1 Phoenix 48 V connector, female1 Phoenix 24 V connector, female*2 Quick reference guides (User guide available online.)*1 Site configuration worksheet (For pads of 50 worksheets, order ATFK-Config Pad.)*Available at www.andrew.com. ATC300-1000Communicates control signals from the bottom of the tower’s base station to adjust the antenna’s electrical tiltVisit www.andrew.com to register and receive software updates66Andrew Wireless Solutions www.andrew.com