RRU 2238

Radio Description https://cpi.ericsson.net/elex?
LI=EN/LZN7605043*
Description 231/1551-LZA 701 6001/1 Uen AS
Radio Description
Radio 2238
Contents
I ntrod u ct ion
Warranty Seal
P ro d u c t O ve r v i e w
Main Features
Technical Data
Installation Recommendations
Installation Alternatives
Space Requirements
Acoustic Noise
Environmental Characteristics
Power Characteristics
System Characteristics
H a rd wa re A rc h i te c t u re
Radio Overview
Optical Indicators and Buttons
C o n n e c t i o n I nte r fa c e s
Antenna Interface
Maintenance Button
Optical Indicators
DIN 14-Pin Interface
Interface for Optical Cable to Main Unit
−48 V DC Power Supply Interface
Grounding Interface
ALD Ctrl Interface
Sta n d a rd s a n d Re g u l a t i o n s
Regulatory Approval
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Radio Description https://cpi.ericsson.net/elex?LI=EN/LZN7605043*
Other Standards and Regulations
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1 Introduction
1.1 Warranty Seal
The product is equipped with a warranty seal sticker.
Note: Seals that have been implemented by Ericsson must not be broken or removed, as it otherwise voids warranty.
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2 Product Overview
The radio remotely extends the reach of the Radio System, and is designed to be located near the antenna. The radio is
part of a modular radio building concept that enables a variety of installation alternatives that are also easy to expand.
Flexible mounting solutions are provided using rails, pole clamps, and brackets. The small size of the radio together
with the flexible mounting solutions reduces the site volume. The lower weight also improves the handling of the radio.
An optic cable connects the radio to the Radio System main unit or an expanded macro Radio System. The radios can
be connected in a star configuration or in a cascade configuration with optical cable links. An overview of different
radio installations is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Radio Installations
2.1 Main Features

The following are the main features of the radio:
– 2-wire (DC-C) and 3-wire (DC-I) power connections. For 2-wire (DC-C) power solutions, a DC adapter or DC-C
connector is used if applicable.
– GSM, WCDMA, LTE FDD, NB-IoT, NR FDD, ESS
– Mixed mode, for supported mixed mode configurations, see Supported Radio Capabilities.
– Duplex transmitter/receiver (2TX/2RX) branches
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– Triple band
– Dual band, if the regulatory approval is received.
– Up to 10.1 Gbps CPRI (optical)
– Complies with 3GPP base station classes Medium Range and Wide Area. For a list of relevant standards, see
Radio Standards Compliance.
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3 Technical Data
For supported number of carriers, carrier bandwidth, operating bandwidth, IBW, maximum nominal output power,
frequency range, RAT support, and mixed mode configurations (if applicable), see Supported Radio Capabilities.
Special considerations might apply for certain configurations, see below.
Minimum configured output power per RF port without degradation in product performance is 10 W (5 W per band).
Hardware Activation Codes (HWAC) are required for total output power over 20 W.
For detailed information about licenses and HWAC, see the following:
– GSM: User Description, GSM RAN Handling of Software Licenses and Hardware Activation Codes and MCPA
Guideline in the GSM RAN CPI library.
– WCDMA: Licenses and Hardware Activation Codes in Ericsson Software Model in the WCDMA RAN CPI library.
– LTE, NR: Hardware-Related Capabilities in the Radio Node libraries.
For Radio 2238 B8 B20 B28B: When the combination of two NB-IoT standalone carriers, two GSM carriers, and one or
two WCDMA carriers is set for band 8 per port, NB-IoT standalone and GSM must be configured in different baseband
units.
Table 1 Radio 2238 Technical Data
Description Va l u e
TMA gain 12 dB
Dimension
Radio 2238 B8 B20 B28B (Height ×
454 × 342 × 240 mm
Width × Depth)(1)
We i g h t
Radio 2238 B8 B20 B28B 31 kg
Color
Body NCS S 1002-B
Front NCS S 6502-B
(1) The dimensions for the radio excluding the handle and the side mounting hole are 380 × 335 × 240 mm.
342
240
454
Unit of measurement: mm
Ge15945B
Figure 2 Radio 2238 Dimension
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Figure 3 Radio 2238 to Rail Measurement
W
Ge24885A
Figure 4 Radio 2238 Mounting Hole Pattern
Table 2 Radio 2238 Mounting Hole Pattern
Wi dt h , W (mm ) He ig ht , H (mm )
80 110
Note: Mounting hole pattern and radio weight information must be checked before selection of brackets. For more
information, see Site Installation Products Overview.
3.1 Installation Recommendations

To achieve reliable operation, and maximum performance, an appropriate installation location must be chosen.
3.1.1 Indoor Locations to Avoid

Although the unit is designed for outdoor use, it can also operate in an indoor environment according to ETSI EN 300
019-1-3 class 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, and 3.6. This does not cover installation with heat traps or installation in lofts, where air
ventilation does not exist. To ensure smooth performance of the product, it is recommended to ensure that the planned
installation site for the unit is not a potential microclimate location. This typically occurs in places such as unventilated
lofts, sites with heat traps, or sites where the product is exposed to direct sunlight through windows. Ensure proper
ventilation and avoid installing the equipment under glass covers or skylight windows.
3.1.2 Outdoor Locations to Avoid

Although Ericsson declares this product suitable for most outdoor environments, this does not cover installations where
the planned installation site for the unit is a potential microclimate location. Typical examples of these microclimate
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locations are sites where the products are not only exposed to the actual temperature, but also additional temperature
as heat coming from dark-colored planes, for example, reflections from the floor or walls. The additional temperature
can generate heat traps with temperatures up to 10°C higher than expected.
Avoid installing equipment in the following locations:
– Near the exhaust of building ventilation system.
– Near the exhaust of the chimney.
– Opposite large surfaces made of glass or new concrete.
– Near overhanging structures such as roof overhangs.
Avoid radio interference by keeping the area directly in front of the antenna clear of the following:
– Metal surfaces or objects such as railings, ladders or chains
– Equipment generating electromagnetic fields, such as electric motors in air conditioners or diesel generators
– RBS equipment
Radio
Antenna
Antenna lobe
No interfering objects or potential PIM

sources in front of the antenna!
Ge15979A
3.1.3 PIM Recommendations
Interactions of B8, B20, and B28B downlink carriers in a Passive InterModulation (PIM) source are most likely to create
intermodulation products. These products can interfere with one or more uplink carriers. This will result in a higher than
expected noise floor in the affected uplinks, and a reduction in receiver sensitivity.
PIM sources can be presented in the cables and connectors between the radio and the antenna, in the antenna itself,
and within 100 m of the antenna. PIM can also be created in the backlobes, sidelobes, and near-field of the antenna.
Auxiliary equipment such as power distribution units have been observed to cause significant PIM.
Recommended mitigation actions are the following:
– Install low PIM cables (IMD3 < −160 dBc at 2 × 43 dBm carrier) between radio and antenna
– Install low PIM equipment (IMD3 < −153 dBc at 2 × 43 dBm carrier) between radio and antenna
– Install low PIM antennas (IMD3 < −153 dBc at 2 × 43 dBm carrier)
– Remove or shield PIM sources near the antenna (consider backlobe and sidelobe directions as well as main
beam)
– Make a careful selection of carrier frequencies to avoid overlap of expected PIM signals with the uplink carriers.
Please note that if the radio is installed behind an antenna, proper RF site planning must be adhered to, including
considerations of potential PIM.
3.1.4 Painting Disclaimer
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Ericsson recommends to not paint the product as it can affect performance of the product.
Ericsson applies limitations to the warranty and service contract if the product is painted.
If the product is painted, the following commercial limitations apply:
– Failure modes directly related to overheating because of painting are not valid for repair within the scope of the
warranty or standard service contract.
– Product failures related to paint contamination of components of the unit are not valid for repair within the scope
of warranty or standard service contract.
– When a painted unit is repaired, it might be restored to the standard color before being returned to the market. It
is not possible to guarantee that the same unit is sent back to the same place. This is also valid for units repaired
under a service contract.
– For repairs within the warranty period or a standard service contract, the customer is charged the additional
costs for replacing all painted parts of the unit or the complete unit.
If adaptations are required, contact Ericsson for information.
3.2 Installation Alternatives
Figure 5 Installation Alternatives
Table 3 Key to Installation Alternatives
I n s ta l l a t io n M e t h o d D e s c r i p t i o n
A Wall installation
B Pole installation
C Pole installation with Single RRU Support
3.3 Space Requirements
3.3.1 Generic Requirements

Parts of the radio can attain high temperatures during normal operation. Therefore the radio must be installed in a
classified service access area. Exception applies when the radio is installed at a height that is not reachable from
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ground level.
Allow a sufficient working space in front of the radio.
It is recommended that the radio is installed below, or behind the antenna. Do not install the radio closer than 25 m
from the main lobe of it its own antenna, or antennas belonging to other services or operators using the same site.
3.3.2 Pole or Mast Installation
Figure 6 Radio Pole Installation Requirements
To ensure adequate airflow between the units, allow a minimum of 400 mm free space between radios vertically
installed on a horizontal rail on a single pole, or a dual pole installation. Allow a minimum vertical distance of 500 mm
between radio and antenna, if installed above or below an antenna. The minimum distance from the bottom of the
radio to the floor is 300 mm.
Allow a minimum of 7 mm free space between radios installed side by side on the rail when ambient temperature is
below +45°C.
Note: A radio cannot be installed in the uppermost position of a pole or mast.
3.3.3 Rail Installation on Wall

This section describes the installation requirements when installing the radio on a wall.
3.3.3.1 Radio Installation on Outdoor Wall
The installation requirements if installing the radio outdoor on a wall are shown in Figure 7.
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Figure 7 Radio Outdoor Wall Installation Requirements
installed on a horizontal rail on a wall. Allow a minimum vertical distance of 500 mm between radio and antenna, if
installed above or below an antenna. The minimum distance from the bottom of the radio to the floor is 300 mm.
Allow a minimum of 300 mm free space to any overhanging roof or other structure that may obstruct airflow and create
a heat trap.
below +45°C.
3.3.3.2 Radio Installation on Indoor Wall
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Figure 8 Radio Indoor Wall Installation Requirements
installed on a horizontal rail on a wall. The minimum distance from the bottom of the radio to the floor is 300 mm.
Allow a minimum of 300 mm free space to the ceiling or any overhanging structure that may obstruct airflow and
create a heat trap.
below +45°C.
3.4 Acoustic Noise

The radio sound pressure level is lower than 28 dBA at 1-meter distance for hemispherical distribution.
3.5 Environmental Characteristics

This section contains operating environment data for the radio.
3.5.1 Operating Environment

The following are the values for the normal operating environment of the radio:
Temperature(1) −40 to +55 °C

Solar radiation ≤ 1120 W/m²
Relative humidity 5 – 100%
Absolute humidity 0.26 – 40 g/m3
Maximum temperature change 1.0 °C/min
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Maximum wind load at 150 km/h (pole

228 N (front), 129 N (side)
installed single case)
(1) Depending on installation scenario, traffic load, and configuration, the product can, in the highest 10 °C temperature range, temporarily reduce
the output power. This depends on the durations of the high ambient temperature.
3.5.2 Heat Dissipation

The radio is convection cooled and designed for outdoor installation.
Avoid indoor installation in a room without adequate ventilation and cooling.
Max heat dissipation is calculated using the following formula:
Max Heat Dissipation = Max Power Consumption - Configured Output Power
Heat dissipation can be calculated for different traffic loads using values from Power Consumption Data. For more
information, see Power Consumption Calculations.
3.5.3 Vibration
This section describes the radio tolerance to vibrations. The radio operates reliably during seismic activity as specified
by test method IEC 60068-2-57 Ff.
Maximum level of Required Response Spectrum (RRS) 50 m/s2 within 2–5 Hz for DR=2%
Frequency range 1–35 Hz
Time history signal Verteq II
The radio operates reliably during random vibration as specified by test method IEC 60068-2-64 Fh
Random vibration, normal operation 0.3 m2/s3
3.5.4 Materials
All Ericsson products fulfill the legal and market requirements regarding the following:
– Material declaration
– Materials' fire resistance, components, wires, and cables
– Recycling
– Restricted and banned material use
3.6 Power Characteristics

This section describes the power supply requirements, power consumption, and circuit breaker recommendations for
the radio.
Different power systems can supply power for multiple radios, if necessary.
3.6.1 DC Power Characteristics

The power supply voltage for the radio is −48 V DC.
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Table 4 Radio DC Power Supply Requirements
Conditions Va l u e s a n d R a n g e s
Nominal voltage −48 V DC
Operating voltage range(1)(2) −38.0 to −58.5 V DC
Non-destructive range 0 to −60 V DC
(1) The operating voltage range refers to the voltage at the radio power input port.
(2) The supply voltage needs to be equal to or exceed −46 V DC during cold start-up.
The radio is designed for 3-wire (DC-I) power connections. For 2-wire (DC-C) power solutions, a DC adapter or DC-C
connector is used.
C i rc u i t B re a ke r S p e c i fi c a t i o n s
The specifications given in this section are based on the peak power consumption, and they give no information on
power consumption during normal operation.
The product must be preceded by a protection device. The protection device must be a circuit breaker with short time-
delay tripping characteristics, according to the curve shown in Figure 9. The compliant circuit breakers include, but are
not limited to, AIRPAX Delay Curve 51, Heinemann Curve 3, and Nader Curve Z2.
The other characteristics of the circuit breaker must be according to IEC 60947-2, UL 489A, or both.
The circuit breaker must be compliant with the local regulations.
10³
10²
Time in Seconds (s)
10¹
10⁰
10-1
10-2
10-3 135
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200
Percentage of Rated Current (%)
Ge22970A
Figure 9 DC Circuit Breaker Tripping Curve
The radio has a built-in Class 1 (Type 1) SPD to protect the equipment in case of lightning and network transients.
Table 5 External Radio Circuit Breaker Specifications

U n i t ( D C P owe re d ) O u tp u t P ower M ax i m u m Lo a d C u r re nt a t − 3 8 V M ax i m u m A l l owe d CB Ra t i n g (3)
DC
Radio 2238 B8 B20 B28B 2 × 120 W 26 A 32 A
(3) The maximum allowed circuit breaker rating must (with a certain safety margin 10-20%) be larger than the maximum load current for reliable
operation. However, it must not be larger than the next or nearest higher circuit breaker standard value in order to minimize the cable cross-section
area and at the same time fully comply with relevant safety standards.
3.6.2 AC Power Characteristics

The radio installation accepts 100–250 V AC when used together with an optional PSU. For more information about
the PSU, see PSU Description.
3.6.3 Power Consumption

For information on power consumption, see Power Consumption Calculations and Power Consumption Data.
3.7 System Characteristics

This section describes the system characteristics of the Radio System.
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3.7.1 RF Electromagnetic Exposure

For general information on RF EMF exposure, see Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
Table 6 lists the compliance boundaries (exclusion zones), outside of which the RF EMF exposure from Radio 2238 is
below the limits specified by the ICNIRP and the limits applicable in:
– EU (1999/519/EC, 2013/35/EU, EN 50385)
Table 6 Dimensions of the Box-Shaped Compliance Boundary for General Public (GP) and Occupational (O) Exposure
Applicable in the EU and Markets Employing the ICNIRP RF Exposure Limits (Including 0.5 dB Transmission Loss and
0.6 dB Output Power Tolerance)
D i m e n s i o n s o f t h e B o x- S h a p e d C o m p l i a n c e B o u n d a r y ( 1 ) ( m )
Mo d e a n d O u t p u t P ower D i s t a n c e i n Fr o n t D i s ta n c e B e h i n d
Width Hei g ht
of A nte n n a A nte n n a
M ax i m u m
Nominal I EC 6 2 2 3 2
Rad io
P ro d u c t Sta n d a rd (2) Output I n s ta l l a t i o n GP O GP O GP O GP O
Par t
P owe r f ro m Class
th e Rad io
2 × 40 W + 2 ×
B8 + B20 G/W/L/N/I +
40 W + 2 × 40 E+ 13.9 6.2 11.2 5.0 2.7 2.7 < 0.1 < 0.1
+ B28B L/N/I + L/N/I
W
Radio 2238
G/W/L/N/I + 2 × 60 W + 2 ×
B8 B20 B28B B8 + B20 E+ 13.8 6.2 10.9 4.9 2.7 2.7 < 0.1 < 0.1
L/N/I 60 W
B8 + G/W/L/N/I + 2 × 60 W + 2 ×
E+ 14.0 6.3 11.1 5.0 2.7 2.7 < 0.1 < 0.1
B28B L/N/I 60 W
(1) The compliance boundaries are determined for maximum output power with transmission loss and power tolerance included using the antenna
ODI2-065R17M18JJ02-GQ V1 and two degrees of electrical down tilt.
(2) G = GSM, W = WCDMA, L = LTE, N = NR, and I = NB-IoT.
3.7.2 Software
For information on software dependencies, see Supported Radio Capabilities.
3.7.3 Radio Configurations

For information about available radio configurations, see Radio Node Configurations.
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4 Hardware Architecture
This section describes the radio hardware structure regardless of configuration or frequency.
4.1 Radio Overview

The radio contains most of the radio processing hardware. The following sections describe the components inside the
radio.
4.1.1 TRX
The Transmitter and Receiver (TRX) provides the following:
– Analog/Digital (A/D), Digital/Analog (D/A) conversion
– Channel filtering
– Delay and gain adjustment
– Digital predistortion
– RF modulation and demodulation
– Optical cable interface termination
– RX diversity
– RET modem (the antenna system communication link), if applicable
4.1.2 Power Amplifier

The MCPA is the linear power amplifier for the RF carriers. The radio has two MCPAs, one for each branch.
4.1.3 Filter Unit

The Filter Unit consists of band-pass filters.
In the radio, the Filter Unit also provides the following:
– Power and supervision for the TMA, or the RIU, if applicable
– VSWR supervision
– TX and RX combining and power splitting
4.2 Optical Indicators and Buttons

The radio is equipped with optical indicators that show system status. The radio optical indicators are located under the
maintenance cover.
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Figure 10 Radio Optical Indicators and Buttons for Radio 2238
Table 7 Description of Radio Optical Indicators and Buttons

Position Name Marking
A Maintenance button –
B Fault
C Operational
D Maintenance
Interface 1
E
Interface 2
For more information about the behavior of the optical indicators and the maintenance button, refer to Indicators,
Buttons, and Switches.
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5 Connection Interfaces
Figure 11 Radio 2238 Connection Interfaces
Table 8 Radio Connection Interfaces

Position Description Marking Connector Types C o nn e ctor Il lu st rat ion
A Antenna A
4.3-10 connector
B Antenna B
C Maintenance button – – –
, ,
D Optical indicators – –
1, 2
DIN 14 pin, following
functions supported:
– EC-light
– External alarms
Note: If using more
than one DIN connector, 14
E
function, a pin
Y-cable must be
connected to the
DIN 14
connector for
each added
function.
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Position Description Marking Connector Types C o nn e ctor Il lu st rat ion
ALD (used for a RET

F ALD DIN connector, 8 pin
unit for example)
G CPRI 1 1
LC (On SFP) with

support for FullAXS
H CPRI 2 2
I −48 V DC power supply −48V Power connector
J Grounding 2 × 6 mm dual lug
5.1 Antenna Interface

The antenna interfaces provide connections for the radio to antennas. RF cables connect the radio to the antenna.
Table 9 Radio Antenna Connection Interface Characteristics
Connector Type RF Cable Type Cable Connector Type
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Connector Type RF Cable Type Cable Connector Type

4.3-10, insert-receiver type 50 Ω coaxial 4.3-10 type
Table 10 Radio Antenna Cable Connectors
Rad io C o n ne c tors A nte n n a C o n n e c to r s

(Antenna A) TX/RX
(Antenna B) TX/RX
The antenna interface also provides support for control and power to TMA through the OOK and the DC bias.
The on-off keying (OOK) and the DC bias are supported on both Antenna A port and Antenna B port.
5.2 Maintenance Button

The maintenance button is at the left of the symbol.
For more information about the maintenance button, see Indicators, Buttons, and Switches.
5.3 Optical Indicators

Optical indicators show the system status.
For more information about the optical indicators, see Indicators, Buttons, and Switches.
5.4 DIN 14-Pin Interface

The DIN 14-pin interface supports the following functions:
– EC light
– External alarm
5.4.1 EC-Light
The EC-light function delivers communication signals and alarms between the optional PSU and the radio.
5.4.2 External Alarm Interface

Two external alarms can be connected to the radio external alarm port.
Each alarm can be configured to be triggered by the following two alarm conditions:
– Closed loop condition
An alarm is triggered when an open switch is closed.
– Open loop condition
An alarm is triggered when a closed switch is opened (default alarm condition).
Table 11 External Alarms and Output Characteristics
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Ala rm I n p u t P or t De tails C h a ra c te r i s t i c s
Number of input ports 2
Maximum sensed impedance for a closed loop condition Closed (less than 5 kΩ)
Minimum sensed impedance for an open loop condition Open (greater than 60 kΩ)
Maximum current sourced from port interface 6.0 mA
Maximum voltage sourced from port interface 5.5 V
5.5 Interface for Optical Cable to Main Unit

The 1 and 2 interfaces provide connections to optical cables for traffic and timing signals between the radio and
the main unit. An SFP+ is used to connect the optical cable to the radio.
Note: The radio uses SFP+ modules for optical transmission and optical radio interfaces on Data 1 (optical cable 1)
and Data 2 (optical cable 2).
Only use SFP+ modules approved and supplied by Ericsson. These modules fulfill the following:
– Compliance with Class 1 laser product safety requirements defined in standard IEC 60825-1.
– Certification according to general safety requirements defined in standard IEC 62368-1.
– Functional and performance verified to comply with Radio System specifications.
Recommended SFP+ modules are obtained from the product packages for the Radio System and the Main Remote
Installation products. For more information about SFP modules, see SFP Module Selector Guide and Site Installation
Products Overview.
5.6 −48 V DC Power Supply Interface

The –48 V DC power connector for incoming power accepts cables with various cross-sectional areas, depending on
the cable length and the radio maximum power consumption. For more information on –48 V DC power cable
dimensions, refer to Site Installation Products Overview.
The power cable conductor has a wire for the 0 V DC conductor, and a wire for the –48 V DC conductor. The color codes
are market-dependent for both wires.
All cables must be shielded. The shielding must be properly connected both to the power connector and to the
grounding interface in the power supply equipment, otherwise the radio overvoltage and lightning protection does not
function properly.
5.7 Grounding Interface

The unit must be grounded to protect it from overvoltage and lightning strikes.
For more information about grounding principles, see Grounding Guidelines for RBS Sites.
5.8 ALD Ctrl Interface

The ALD control (ALD Ctrl) connects an ALD (RET) cable to the radio for antenna system communication.
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6 Standards and Regulations

This section presents a brief overview of standards, regulatory product approval, and declaration of conformity.
Decl arat io n of C onfo rm it y

"Hereby, Ericsson AB, declares that this Product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU."
6.1 Regulatory Approval

The Radio System complies with the following market requirements:
– European Union (EU) market requirements, Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU.
The apparatus may include radio Transceivers with support for frequency bands not allowed or not harmonized
within the EU.
– Products containing radio Equipment outside North America and in countries not recognizing the CE-mark may
be labeled according to national requirements or standards.
6.1.1 Environmental Standards Compliance
The product complies with the following environmental standard:
E u ro p e
– Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) Directive (2011/65/EU)
bands not allowed or not harmonized within the EU.
6.1.2 Safety Standards Compliance
In accordance with market requirements, the Radio System complies with the following product safety standards and
directives:
I n te r n a t i o n a l
– IEC 62368-1
E u ro p e
– EN 50385
– EN 62368-1
6.1.2.1 Outdoor specific requirements
The Radio complies with the following outdoor specific requirements:
– IEC 60529 (IP65)
– IEC 60950-22
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E u ro p e
– EN 60529 (IP65)
– EN 60950-22
6.1.3 EMC Standards Compliance
The Radio System complies with the following Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards:
– 3GPP TS37.113
E u ro p e
– ETSI EN 301 489-1
– ETSI EN 301 489-50
6.1.4 Radio Standards Compliance
The Radio System complies with the following radio standards:
– 3GPP TS37.141
E u ro p e
– ETSI EN 301 908-1
– ETSI EN 301 908-18
6.1.5 Marking
To show compliance with legal requirements, the product is marked with the following labels:
E u ro p e
– CE mark
6.2 Other Standards and Regulations

The standards and regulations in this section are not regulatory requirements.
6.2.1 Spare Par ts
The product adheres to the Ericsson Serviceability and Spare Part Strategy.
6.2.2 Surface Quality
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The surface quality of the radio is in accordance with Ericsson standard class A3.
6.2.3 Vandal Resistance
Unauthorized access is not possible without damaging the tamper proof warranty seal.
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Other Standards and Regulations

Figure 1 Radio Installations

2.1 Main Features

– GSM, WCDMA, LTE FDD, NB-IoT, NR FDD, ESS

– Duplex transmitter/receiver (2TX/2RX) branches

– Dual band, if the regulatory approval is received.

– Up to 10.1 Gbps CPRI (optical)

Special considerations might apply for certain conﬁgurations, see below.

– LTE, NR: Hardware-Related Capabilities in the Radio Node libraries.

Table 1 Radio 2238 Technical Data

Figure 2 Radio 2238 Dimension

Figure 3 Radio 2238 to Rail Measurement

Figure 4 Radio 2238 Mounting Hole Pattern

Table 2 Radio 2238 Mounting Hole Pattern

3.1 Installation Recommendations

3.1.1 Indoor Locations to Avoid

3.1.2 Outdoor Locations to Avoid

Avoid installing equipment in the following locations:

– Near the exhaust of building ventilation system.

– Near the exhaust of the chimney.

– Opposite large surfaces made of glass or new concrete.

– Near overhanging structures such as roof overhangs.

– Metal surfaces or objects such as railings, ladders or chains

No interfering objects or potential PIM

3.1.3 PIM Recommendations

Recommended mitigation actions are the following:

3.1.4 Painting Disclaimer

If the product is painted, the following commercial limitations apply:

If adaptations are required, contact Ericsson for information.

3.2 Installation Alternatives

Figure 5 Installation Alternatives

Table 3 Key to Installation Alternatives

3.3 Space Requirements

3.3.1 Generic Requirements

Allow a sufﬁcient working space in front of the radio.

3.3.2 Pole or Mast Installation

Figure 6 Radio Pole Installation Requirements

Note: A radio cannot be installed in the uppermost position of a pole or mast.

3.3.3 Rail Installation on Wall

3.3.3.1 Radio Installation on Outdoor Wall

Figure 7 Radio Outdoor Wall Installation Requirements

3.3.3.2 Radio Installation on Indoor Wall

Figure 8 Radio Indoor Wall Installation Requirements

3.4 Acoustic Noise

3.5 Environmental Characteristics

3.5.1 Operating Environment

Temperature(1) −40 to +55 °C

Maximum wind load at 150 km/h (pole

3.5.2 Heat Dissipation

Avoid indoor installation in a room without adequate ventilation and cooling.

Max heat dissipation is calculated using the following formula:

Max Heat Dissipation = Max Power Consumption - Configured Output Power

Random vibration, normal operation 0.3 m2/s3

– Materials' ﬁre resistance, components, wires, and cables

– Restricted and banned material use

3.6 Power Characteristics

3.6.1 DC Power Characteristics

Table 4 Radio DC Power Supply Requirements

Figure 9 DC Circuit Breaker Tripping Curve

Table 5 External Radio Circuit Breaker Speciﬁcations

3.6.2 AC Power Characteristics

3.6.3 Power Consumption