Module 8 Mejorado Conv Ip Network - Aug 2010 Full

NEXEDGE
Conventional IP Network
KENWOOD USA
Communications Sector
August 2010
Copyright 2009 KENWOOD All rights reserved. May not be copied or reprinted without prior written approval.
1. Conventional IP Network
Overview
Conventional IP Network Overview
IP Link in NXDN Conventional Mode

KENWOOD introduces new NEXEDGE functionality, Conventional IP
Networking, which supports site to site linking in NXDN digital
conventional mode.
Up to 48 sites link via multicast routing technology

Up to 16 sites link via unicast routing technology
Supports Site to Site Roaming using repeater Beacon signal
Simple programming with upgraded KPG-109D FPU (v2.0 or later)
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Product Version Information
Supporting Hardware and Software Versions
NX 200 / 210 / 300 / 700(H) / 800(H)

Hardware: All production models
Firmware: v2.00.00 or later
KPG-111D: v2.00 or later
NXR 700 / 800

Hardware: All production models
Firmware: V2.00.00 or later
KPG-109D: V2.00 or later
Conventional IP Network Concept
Intersite calling within Conventional IP Network

Conventional IP networking provides the ability to link 2 or more sites
via IP network infrastructure across geographic areas.
Site 1 Site 2
IP Network
System Size Capability
System Size Capability

Enhanced v2 NEXEDGE supports two types of backhaul network
capability, Unicast or Multicast, corresponding to system size or
network bandwidth requirements. Desired method can be programmed
via the IP Casting menu in KPG-109D.
In multicast networks, up to 48 sites are intersite call capable. With
unicast, up to 16 sites are intersite call capable.
Important Notice - Maximum Number of Sites
Important Notice
Maximum number of sites with multicast routing technology
Theoretically, an unlimited number of hosts/repeaters can be connected

via multicast networking. However, practically speaking, this number is
restricted by the multicast infrastructure/equipment specs, the number
of frequencies available for system use, scan time (which increases as
the number of sites is increased), etc. Moreover, as system size
increases, other factors such as system setup and maintenance must
be considered and carefully planned for by the system operator.
Therefore, KENWOOD officially supports 48 sites max in a multicast
network environment.
2. Unicast and Multicast
IP Casting
What is IP Casting?
IP casting is a communication method used to initiate or receive IP
network datain this case intersite calls and other conventional IP
network functions.
Unicast
In a Unicast scheme, each data packet is delivered only to a single,
specific host. Therefore, if the same data must be sent to multiple
network hosts, a separate copy must be generated for each one.
Multicast
In Multicast schemes, a single packet can be delivered to a group of
hosts that have expressed interest in receiving that data. Therefore, a
host can send just one copy of a data packet into the network (via its
Multicast router), and additional copies will be generated as needed by
the network infrastructure for delivery to each interested host.
Unicast Routing
Intersite Calls via Unicast Routing

Host repeater (site) creates required number of data packets for its
target sites. Heavy network traffic may occur as sites increase.
IP Network
XXX.XX.X.XX
XXX.XX.X.XX
XXX.XX.X.XX
Multicast Routing
Intersite Calls via Multicast Routing

Host repeater only sends a single packet to core router, which copies
packets for the target sites. Traffic volume is dramatically reduced.
Note: Multicast capable IP network equipment (routers, switches, etc.) are required for multicast group
calls.
XXX.XX.X.XX
XXX.XX.X.XX
IP Network
XXX.XX.X.XX
Unicast Programming
KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > General tab
IP Cast
Select Unicast
Common Multicast IP Address

Not required.
Unicast Programming
KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > Network tab
Unicast IP Address List

Input IP addresses for each site.
Own IP Address
Select desired site number from
the Unicast IP Address List
configured on the right.
Unicast Programming
KPG-109D > Channel Edit

Unicast Site List
Select the sites that are to be
included in intersite calls.
Network Setting
Enable Conventional IP Network checkbox, then
click the Site List button to edit the Unicast site list.
Multicast Programming
KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > General tab
IP Casting
Select Multicast
Common Multicast IP Address

The Common Multicast IP Address
must be set for all sites. This is used
for beacon timing control from the Host
site to other sites.
KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > Network tab
Own IP Address
This Unicast Address is still used
for session communications
between sites. Please note that
Multicast networking also requires
some Unicast in its protocol.
KPG-109D > Channel Edit
Multicast IP Address
Set the Multicast IP Address which will be used commonly
throughout the system. This multicast address is used for call
packets transmission, and must be set for every channel.
Network Setting
Enable Conventional IP Network, then click Site
Edit to configure Multicast IP Address.
3. Beacon and Site Roaming
Beacon and Site Roaming Outline
Beacon and Site Roaming

Site Roaming is a new NX radio function that corresponds with
Conventional IP Networking. NX radios receive synchronized Beacon
signals that are transmitted periodically from all sites, and detects their
respective RSSI levels. Each NX radio then compares these RSSI
levels and roams automatically to the site it deems best, in accordance
with programmed settings in KPG-111D (Site Roaming).
Note: The terms Site Roaming and Beacon Signal are used to describe key functionality in
NEXEDGE digital conventional IP networking. In similar analog protocols, this type of functionality
may be known as Site Voting and Heart Beat Signal, but they share the same core concept.
Beacon Signal
Beacon Signal
Beacons are synchronized signaling transmitted from each site
periodically and repeatedly. Beacon signals may contain RAN code
information (Primary) to be decoded and identified by the NX radios.
Note: RAN may be turned OFF (none). Site 1 (Host)
Site 5
Site 2
Network
Site 3 Site 4
Beacon Signal Timing
Beacon Signal Timing

All sites transmit beacon signal repeatedly and (nearly) simultaneously
when prompted by the synchronizing trigger from the Host Repeater.
Transmit Interval Transmit Duration
Site 1(Host) (5 - 1200 s) (80 - 20400 ms)
Site 2
Site 3
Site 4
Site 5
Revert Channel
Revert Channel Operation

NX radio scans all site frequencies and compares their beacon signal
RSSI levels. NX radio discerns which site has the best signal, and then
that repeater becomes the TX Revert Channel.
Best Signal
Network
Revert Channel
Initiating a Call
When PTT is pressed, NX radio transmits on the revert channel and the
receiving repeaters signal is distributed to other sites via the IP network.
Revert Channel
Network
Revert Channel Options
Site Roaming / Site Roaming with RAN

Although Beacon may or may not contain RAN code for identification,
NX radios can select whether to validate RAN code or not.
Site Roaming
If receiving radio detects a valid Beacon signal, Revert Channel is
updated and the radio unmutes.
Site Roaming with RAN

If receiving radios RAN matches TX Beacon RAN, Revert Channel is
updated and the radio unmutes. If radios RAN does NOT match
Beacon RAN, radio does NOT update Revert Channel and either
confirms current channel or continues scanning for other signals.
Timer Options for Site Roaming

Site Roaming Link Delay Time
Dropout Delay Time
Dwell Time

Site Roaming Link Delay Time is the length of time between the NX
transceiver first detecting a beacon signal and then initiating a
beacon scan cycle. In order to compensate for network latency or any
other delays between the Host and other repeaters, this timing
parameter must be set to provide the best likelihood that all in-range
beacon signals will be detected within the radios scan window.
Default: 300 ms
Dropout Delay Time
Dropout Delay Time (RX)

Dropout Delay Time is the length of time from when the transceiver
stops receiving a beacon or a call until Site Roaming resumes.
The transceiver pauses Site Roaming scan operation while receiving a
call, but after the call completes and the Dropout Delay Time expires,
the transceiver resumes Site Roaming.
Default: 2 sec [Recommended: 55 sec]
Dwell Time
Dwell Time (TX)

Dwell Time is the length of time from when the transceiver stops
transmitting until Site Roaming resumes. The transceiver pauses
Site Roaming scan operation when PTT is pressed, and resumes after
PTT is released and the Dwell Time expires.
Default: 2 sec [Recommended: 55 sec]
Timer Options
After scanning all 5 channels,

Beacon CH3 is determined to be the
Monitor starts best quality signal.
Scan re-starts
CH5
CH4
CH3 Revert Channel
CH2
CH1
Dropout Delay Time
0 - 1230 s (1s step)
10 - 2550 ms (1ms step) Dropout Delay Time defines
how long the NX radio stays
Site Roaming Link Delay Time must be configured taking network on the Revert Channel.
latency from a Host to other repeaters into consideration.
RSSI Level Options for Site Roaming
RSSI Level Options for Site Roaming (optional)

Standard Site Roaming Level
Quick Site Roaming Level
Site Roaming Resume Level

The Standard Site Roaming Level is the signal level threshold for the
transceiver to judge whether or not a received beacon signal has
enough strength to qualify as a Revert Channel. A detected beacon
signal that does not register at or above this preconfigured standard
level is not listed as a valid Revert Channel candidate during the
roaming scan process. This setting can improve detection time during
Site Roaming scan.
Default: Off

The Quick Site Roaming Level is the signal level threshold deemed
strong enough to interrupt the Site Roaming scan process,
causing the transceiver to stop on that channel and immediately
assign it as the Revert Channel without scanning through the
remaining repeaters in its list. This may enable faster detection of a
Revert Channel.
Default: Off

The Site Roaming Resume Level is the signal level threshold that
determines when the Dropout Delay Timer may be interrupted,
forcing the transceiver to immediately resume Site Roaming.
When configured, this operation occurs when the RSSI level of a
Beacon Signal or call that the transceiver is receiving becomes too low.
Note: Received calls will not be interrupted; Site Roaming will resume only after the call has been
completed.
Default: Off
RSSI Level Options
RSSI level Options for Site Roaming

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Timer and RSSI Level Programming
Timer and RSSI Level Programming

KPG-111D > Scan Information > Site Roaming (NXDN) tab
Off-Hook Site Roaming
Off-Hook Site Roaming

Off-Hook Site Roaming is a feature configured in the mobile radio
(NX-700/800) that determines whether the transceiver stops Site
Roaming upon whenever the microphone is in an Off-Hook state.
Check (Enable)
Site Roaming scan operation continues regardless of the On-Hook or
Off-hook status of the microphone.
Uncheck (Disable)
The transceiver stops all Site Roaming scan operation while the
microphone is in Off-Hook status and stays on the Revert Channel.
Revert Channel Display
Revert Channel Display

Revert Channel Display is a parameter for configuring how the Revert
Zone-Channel number or name appears on the transceivers main
display during Site Roaming.
Check (Enable)
Displays the Revert Zone-Channel number or name on the
transceivers main display.
Uncheck (Disable)
Disables the capability to display the Revert Zone-Channel number or
name, and "SITE ROAMING" appears instead on the transceivers
main display during Site Roaming.
4. Intersite Call Distribution
Caller Site and Site Dependent Settings
Terminology for Intersite Call Distribution
Familiarization with the following terms is recommended.
Network PTT
Caller Site Remote Site

IP Network
Intersite Call
Network PTT
Network PTT
Network PTT is a new concept for repeating intersite calls on a
Conventional IP network. Since modulation line and encode signaling
varies depending on the PTT type, Network PTT activates IP network
modulation line.
Network PTT
PTT type Encode Signaling Modulation Line

Mic PTT Local Mic
External PTT Programmed encode tone or RAN TA (DB25)
Repeat PTT Receive signal
Network PTT Network-wide RAN Receive signal from IP network
Network PTT
Network PTT
PTT priority can be programmed for all PTT types.
Network-wide RAN
Network-wide RAN
When remote repeater transmits via Network PTT trigger, two options
are available for encode signaling (RAN) option:
Caller Site
Remote repeater(s) transmit using a RAN code derived from the site
initiating the intersite call (the Caller Site). RAN encode varies
depending on the Caller Sites received RAN code.
Site Dependent
Remote repeater(s) transmit using a RAN code that is pre-
programmed in the Multiple Encode / Decode Table. In other
words, regardless of the RAN code used by an NX radio to initiate a
call, each remote repeater repeats using its own designated RAN code.
User List
User List
If the system needs to restrict the operational sites by user group, the
User List can be used in conjunction with Network-wide RAN.
Repeaters only repeat the GIDs/UIDs preprogrammed and authorized
in the User List.
When Network-wide RAN is set to Caller Site

Use a Caller Site User List. If a callers GID/UID is not listed and valid
in the User List, that call is never repeated at all. The Remote Site
does not check the Caller Site User List.
When Network-wide RAN is Set to Site Dependent

Use a Remote Site User List. If incoming intersite calls GID/UID is
not valid in the User List, that call is not repeated.
Remote Site Behavior
Remote Site Behavior
Network-wide RAN Encode RAN User List
Repeats same RAN code from Does not check the Remote Site
Caller Site
Caller Site. User List.
Repeats with programmed

Checks the Remote Site User List
Site Dependent Remote Site RAN using multiple
and repeats only valid GID/UID.
encode/decode table.
Caller Site
Caller Site Operation

Network PTT Network PTT
Site 4 Site 3
DEC RAN 4 DEC RAN 3

DEC RAN 4 ENC RAN 3
RAN1 RAN4 RAN4 RAN3
Site 1 (Host) Site 2

Network
DEC RAN 1 DEC RAN 2
ENC RAN 1 ENC RAN 2
RAN1 RAN2 RAN2 RAN3
Site Dependent
Site Dependent Operation

Site 4 Site 3
Site 4 Site 3
DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 4 1 3
2 4 2 3
3 4 3 3
4 4 4 3
RAN4 RAN3
Site 1 (Host) Site 2

Network
Site 1 Site 2
DEC ENC
Network PTT Network PTT DEC ENC
1 1 1 2
2 1 2 2
3 1 3 2
4 1 4 2
RAN1 RAN2
5. Programming Tips
Programming Tips
Programming Tips
Example 1 RAN for System Share
Example 2 GID for System Share
Example 3 GID for System Share w/ RAN for Site ID
Example 1 - RAN for System Share
RAN for System Share by Organizations

Existing system
Company A Company B Company C Company D

RAN 1 RAN 2 RAN 3 RAN 4
If same basic operation needed, but coverage expands to 4 sites

KPG-109D Programming
Edit > Conventional IP Network > General
Network-wide RAN: Caller Site
KPG-109D Programming (Sites 1 to 4)

KPG-109D > Channel Information
RAN Dec: 10 (Dummy; Never Used)
RAN Enc: 10 (Dummy) (Activates Multiple Encode/Decode Table)
Frequencies for sites 1 to 4 must be different.
Edit > Multiple Encode/Decode Table
Input same RAN code pairs
Site 1 Site 2 Site 3 Site 4

DEC ENC DEC ENC DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Channel Information > Channel Edit
Multiple Encode/Decode Table: #1
KPG-111D Programming for Company A

Channel Information > Zone Type > Site Roaming (NXDN)
Input all 4 sites frequencies, Channels 1 to 4
RAN Dec: 1 (Not for Beacon, but Company A)
RAN Enc: 1 (Not for Beacon, but Company A)
Edit > Optional Features2 > Conventional tab
In order to avoid initial audio drop due to Site Roaming Link Delay Time
(default: 300ms), use of PTT Proceed Tone and Proceed Tone Delay
Time is strongly recommended.
PTT Proceed Tone
PTT Proceed Tone Delay Time
[PTT proceed tone delay time + X] > Site roaming link delay time
Note: Above formula is minimum requirement and an additional value X varies by other timer
parameters.
Edit > Optional Features > Optional Features2 > Conventional tab
PTT Proceed Tone
PTT Proceed Tone Delay Time
Beacon
Monitor starts
Scan re-starts
CH5
CH4
CH3 Revert Channel
CH2
CH1
Dropout Delay Time
0 - 1230 s (1s step)
10 - 2550 ms (1ms step)
RAN for System Share by Organizations

Expanded system
Site 4 Beacon RAN 10 Site 3 Beacon RAN 10
DEC ENC DEC ENC

1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
Company D RAN 4 Company C RAN 3

Network
DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
Company A RAN 1 Company B RAN 2
Example 2 - GID for System Share
GID for System Share by Organizations

Existing system
Company A Company B Company C Company D

GID 1 GID 2 GID 3 GID 4
If same basic operation needed, but coverage expands to 4 sites

Conventional IP Network > General
Network-wide RAN: Caller Site
KPG-109D Programming (Sites 1 to 4)

RAN Dec: None
RAN Enc: None (Beacon without RAN)
Frequencies for sites 1 to 4 must be different.

Zone Information > Zone Type> Site Roaming (NXDN)
RAN Dec: None
RAN Enc: None

Edit > NXDN > Group ID List
ID: 1

Zone Information > Channel Edit (channels 1 to 4)
Option Signaling (NXDN): NXDN ID
Selcall on PTT (NXDN): Group Call
ID List Number (NXDN): 1

Zone Information > Zone Edit
Audio Control (NXDN): RAN and Optional Signaling
Edit > Optional Features > Optional Features2 > Conventional tab >
PTT Proceed Tone
parameters.
GID for System Share by Organizations

Expanded system
Site 4 Beacon without RAN Site 3 Beacon without RAN
Company D GID 4 Company C GID 3

Network
Company A GID 1 Company B GID 2
Example 3 RAN for Site ID
RAN for Site ID

Example 2 radios may receive interference from other NEXEDGE
sites without any RAN operation. In this case, NX radios should identify
each site by Beacon RAN code
Site 4 Beacon without RAN
Site 3 Beacon without RAN
Company D Company C
GID 4 GID 3
Network
Company A Company B
GID 1 GID 2
Conventional IP Network > General
Network-wide RAN: Site Dependent
KPG-109D Programming (for Site 1)

RAN Dec: 1
RAN Enc: 1 (Beacon with RAN 1)
KPG-109D Programming (for Site 1)

Edit > Multiple Encode/Decode Table
Input as a RAN conversion table
Site 1 Site 2 Site 3 Site 4

DEC ENC DEC ENC DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4
2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4
3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4
4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4
Channel Information > Channel Edit
Multiple Encode/Decode Table: #1

Zone Information > Zone Type> Site Roaming with RAN (NXDN)
Input all 4 sites frequencies, Channels 1 to 4 with site RAN codes

Edit > NXDN > Group ID List
ID: 1

Zone Information > Channel Edit (Channels 1 to 4)
Option Signaling (NXDN): NXDN ID
Selcall on PTT (NXDN): Group Call
ID List Number (NXDN): 1

Zone Information > Zone Edit
Audio Control (NXDN): RAN and Optional Signaling
Edit > Optional Features > Optional Features2 > Conventional tab >
PTT Proceed Tone
parameters.
RAN for Site ID

Expanded system
Site 4 Site 3
DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 4 1 3
2 4 2 3
3 4 3 3
4 4 4 3
Company D GID 4 Company C GID 3

Network
Site 1 Site 2
DEC ENC DEC ENC
1 1 1 2
2 1 2 2
3 1 3 2
4 1 4 2
Company A GID 1 Company B GID 2

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NEXEDGE

IP Link in NXDN Conventional Mode

Up to 48 sites link via multicast routing technology

Supporting Hardware and Software Versions

NX 200 / 210 / 300 / 700(H) / 800(H)

NXR 700 / 800

Intersite calling within Conventional IP Network

System Size Capability

Theoretically, an unlimited number of hosts/repeaters can be connected

Intersite Calls via Unicast Routing

Intersite Calls via Multicast Routing

KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > General tab

Common Multicast IP Address

KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > Network tab

Unicast IP Address List

KPG-109D > Channel Edit

KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > General tab

Common Multicast IP Address

KPG-109D > Conventional IP Network > Network tab

KPG-109D > Channel Edit

Beacon and Site Roaming

Beacon Signal Timing

Revert Channel Operation

Site Roaming / Site Roaming with RAN

Site Roaming with RAN

Timer Options for Site Roaming

Site Roaming Link Delay Time

Dropout Delay Time (RX)

Default: 2 sec [Recommended: 55 sec]

Dwell Time (TX)

Default: 2 sec [Recommended: 55 sec]

Timer Options for Site Roaming

After scanning all 5 channels,

RSSI Level Options for Site Roaming (optional)

Standard Site Roaming Level

Quick Site Roaming Level

Site Roaming Resume Level

RSSI level Options for Site Roaming

Timer and RSSI Level Programming

Off-Hook Site Roaming

Revert Channel Display

Familiarization with the following terms is recommended.

Caller Site Remote Site

PTT type Encode Signaling Modulation Line

When Network-wide RAN is set to Caller Site

When Network-wide RAN is Set to Site Dependent

Remote Site Behavior

Network-wide RAN Encode RAN User List

Repeats with programmed

Caller Site Operation

DEC RAN 4 DEC RAN 3

RAN1 RAN4 RAN4 RAN3

Site 1 (Host) Site 2

RAN1 RAN2 RAN2 RAN3

Site Dependent Operation

DEC ENC DEC ENC

Site 1 (Host) Site 2

RAN for System Share by Organizations

Company A Company B Company C Company D

If same basic operation needed, but coverage expands to 4 sites

KPG-109D Programming (Sites 1 to 4)

Site 1 Site 2 Site 3 Site 4

KPG-111D Programming for Company A