HELIAX FiberFeed Fiber + Power Connectivity for

Remote Radio Head Site Architecture

CritiCs Laughed at the Wright brothers. henry Ford. even galileo. Others JOined the evOLutiOn.

At the same time, the challenges of deployment

can be daunting. How can you best optimize

your current infrastructure and adapt to these

new technologies? What is the best method for

adjusting existing tower components to meet

new critical needs of deploying remote radio

heads without overloading the tower? How do

you ensure adequate fiber capacity that will enable

you to grow beyond tomorrow while making sure

CAPEX/OPEX costs dont spiral out of control in the

process?

At Andrew Solutions, we believe that the solution

begins with the basics: your transmission line cable

system. It is the core component of your infrastructure.

Laying the groundwork for what comes next starts here;

with a smarter cable specifically designed for distributed remote

radio head deployments. One that is able to help you meet the

capacity and performance demands of WiMAX and LTE.

More than planning for the future, Andrew is putting the future in your hands.

The potential for todays current and emerging standards such as UMTS, W-CDMA, WiMax and LTE, are huge and exciting.

They are already redefining what customers expect from their wireless providers.

Enjoy the benefits of our new HELIAX FiberFeed solution suite:

compact, configurable, cost-efficient power and lightning-

fast hybrid cables that enable smooth transitions and add

extra capacity for LTE, WiMAX and MIMO migrations or

whatever the future holds.

The HELIAX hybrid cable features a gel-free design, a UV-rated

outer jacket, rugged lightning-tested shield, and dry moisture-

blocking elements within each fiber component. It all translates

to a lower total cost of ownership. Offered as single-mode

or multi-mode with two to six fibers per fiber component, the

HELIAX hybrid cable offers built-in redundancy to provide both

insurance and future-proofing. So you have the capacity to

handle the high-speed, high bandwidth demands of whatever

is next be it LTE, WiMAX or MIMO.

Reduce your CAPEX/OPEX costs.

Future-proof your network with built-in fiber redundancy/expandability.

Reduce tower loading and tower lease-hold costs by eliminating conduit and extra cable runs.

Save on installation costs with faster, easier routing in the enclosure and on the tower.

Increase your design options by routing HELIAX hybrid cable where typical cable solutions cannot go on their own.

Increase your performance by utilizing any standard and specialized connector types as well as enjoying the security and ease of installation provided by coax-like accessories, hangers, hoisting grips, weatherproofing and grounding kits.

Specify the solution you need whether that is cable in bulk lengths ready for field termination or finished site-ready assemblies for any tower height.

Receive all the support and experience you need from the global leader in advanced cable technology

Introducing HELIAX FiberFeed Connectivityfor Remote Radio Head Deployments

More Intelligent More Valuable

Outer Jacket

Corrugated Steel Armor

Ripcord (2)

Water Blocking Tape THHN/

THWN 8AWG (3)

Fiber Optic Cable Subunit (2)

Dielectric Central Member

Environmental and Mechanical ProtectionUV-rated overall outer jacket is constructed of durable polyethylene or low-smoke zero-halogen for fire protection indoors. The corrugated galvanized steel armor shielding has been lightening tested and provides mechanical protection for even the most rugged environments. Within this securely armored construction, the gel-free cable design features moisture-blocking elements within each tight fiber component to prevent moisture ingress through the length of the cable. Inside and out, the entire cable is protected from damage and the elements.

CommScope Certified Support Systems WebTrakWebTrak provides 24/7 factory testing reports including attenuation and cable construction for the following CommScope products: Fiber and Hybrid Fiber Cables, Cable Assemblies, BSA Antennas and Twisted Pair. Start using WebTrak today at www.commscope.com/webtrak or simply scan the QR code with your smart phone for easy access.

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A Combined Solution Offers More BenefitsAs the first copper/fiber feeder line cable specifically designed for remote radio head applications, the HELIAX hybrid cable not only helps improve your bottom line today, it helps position you to take advantage of the possibilities of tomorrow.

Reduce Both CapEx and OpEx At just 0.35 lb/ft (0.52 kg/m) for the 8awg and .26 lb/ft (0.39 kg/m) for the 10awg, a single run of HELIAX hybrid cable is significantly lighter and more compact than using individual power and fiber cables, and the space-consuming conduit often required. That translates into reduced tower loading and lease-holding expenses. And because installers only pull a single cable, at most, to each remote radio head or sector, the installation savings quickly add up.

Easy to Install and ConnectThe HELIAX hybrid cable accommodates a variety of connectors, including the small form factor LC connectors. When paired with an LC connector, the HELIAX hybrid cable assembly makes better use of every cubic inch of available space. The Kevlar ripcord quickly strips the moisture-blocking sheath and armour providing easy access to the copper conductor and fiber components. Making breakouts a cinch!

Fiber ComponentsThe HELIAX hybrid cable is available with tight-buffered, single mode (SM) or multimode (MM) fibers. The fiber components each contain two to six fibers depending on your needs.

Power ComponentsThe current-carrying component can consist of either two or three copper conductors: positive, negative, and ground as a third option. The HELIAX hybrid cable is rated to 48 volts DC and, depending upon size chosen, will meet even the most stringent maximum voltage drop allowances.

Built-in Redundancy and ExpandabilityTwo tight buffered fiber components provide redundancy and insurance for your current system as well as expansion capacity for the future. Need to add additional radio heads per sector? Want to transition from SIMO to MIMO? With HELIAX hybrid cable, the capability is built-inwithout having to pull another cable.

Designed, Manufactured, and Supported by CommScope, a World Leader in Cable EngineeringThe HELIAX hybrid cable is engineered and supported by CommScope, and a recognized leader in wireless infrastructure. Since the early 1980s, CommScope has been a leading producer of fiber optic cables. As one of the worlds largest suppliers of Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) network solutions, we bring a wealth of manufacturing experience and expertise to the most demanding OSP environments. Our innovative fiber optic designs include LightScope ZWP single mode high bandwidth glass or multi-mode fiber of your choice, gel-free water blocking technology and high efficiency reduced diameter buffer tubes all critical to the design of this all-in-one cable construction.

Prepare for Whats Next with HELIAX FiberFeed Solutions from CommScopeFaster and faster. Wireless networks are evolving, changing the way we send and receive information; redefining what it means to communicate. New standards such as WiMAX and LTE and new technologies such as the deployment of distributed remote radio heads are helping to make this possible. And you are right there, but youre hardly alone. With innovative solutions such as HELIAX FiberFeed, CommScope is with you, providing the infrastructure solutions that allow you to plunge headlong into the future with confidence.

No matter what form your network may take in the future, you can be sure that efficiency, cost and capacity will be critical. Lay the groundwork now with HELIAX FiberFeed. Get a single end-to-end solution between your base station transceiver and all remote radio heads and, in the process, future-proof your network for whatever is on the horizon.

For more information on HELIAX FiberFeed Cable please visit our website at www.commscope/andrew.com

Greater Routing Flexibility

A single composite HELIAX hybrid cable takes up a fraction of the physical space of a traditional RRH deployment using separate fiber and copper lines. With an increasing number of components, at both ends, the efficient design means being able to navigate tight spaces easier, giving you more options when it comes to planning and routing both in the shelter/cabinet and on the tower.

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