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Installation and Operation Guide
T
echnical Manual
MDS 05-4846A01, Rev
. H
November 2013
Covering ES/SS Units with
Firmware Version 5.x
Ap
plies to all models E
X
CEPT
those operated in x710 Mode. For x710 mode
operation, refer to
Publication 05-4670A01.
MDS SD Series
Secur
e, Long Range IP/Ethernet & Serial
2
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
3
Table of Contents
3
1 Introduction
9
Conventions Used in this Manual
9
New Features in this Release
10
2 Product Description
11
Front Panel Connectors and Indicators
11
Key Product Features
12
Media Access Control (MAC)
12
VLAN Capability
13
Terminal Server Capability
13
Store and Forward Capability
13
Peer-To-Peer Capability
14
Frequency Re-Use (System ID)
14
SD Model Offerings
14
Operating Modes and Applicable Manuals
14
Accessories and Spares
16
Protected Network Station
16
Dual Protected Configurations
17
3 Typical Applications
19
Operating Parameters
19
Example Systems
20
Multiple Address Systems (MAS)
20
Point-To-Point System
20
IP Payload/Ethernet Polling and Terminal Server Operation
21
Port Sharing with Multiple Hosts
22
Push Communication (Report-By Exception)
23
IP Polling of Serial Remotes
23
IP Polling of Two Serial Ports on One Remote
24
4 Installation Planning
26
Chassis Dimensions
27
Mounting Bracket Options
27
Optional DIN Rail Mounting
28
Antennas and Feedlines
28
Antennas
28
Feedlines
29
DC Power Connection
30
Grounding Considerations
30
Ethernet Data Interface (RJ-45)
31
Serial Data Interfaces
32
COM1 (Serial) Connection
32
COM2 (Data) Connections
33
5 Step-By-Step Installation
36
Initial Configuration
37
Web-Based Management
37
Web Browser Connection
38
Alternative Management Methods
40
Initial Startup & Checkout
41
Ethernet Connector Leds
41
Optimizing the Radio Network
42
Modem Type Setting
42
Inter-Packet Gap Settings
42
Baud Rate Setting
42
Ethernet Settings
43
Antenna SWR Check
43
6 Using the Device Manager
44
Navigating the Screens
44
Overview Screen
45
Management Tasks
46
Configuration Screens
51
Radio
51
Store and Forward Operation
57
Features
63
Understanding the Use of Virtual Radio Channels (Vrcs)
68
Using the Terminal Server-Typical Example
71
Communications Ports
75
Security
78
Maintenance & Status Screen
81
Event Log
81
Alarm Summary
82
Performance
83
Firmware Utilities
89
Configuration Files
93
7 Troubleshooting
95
LED Indicators
97
Checking for Alarms/Events
97
Major Alarms Vs. Minor Alarms
97
Status and Informational Events
98
Event Code Definitions
98
Operating Constraints
99
8 Technical Reference
101
Performing Network-Wide Remote Diagnostics
101
Setting up Diagnostics
102
Over-The-Air Firmware Upgrades
102
Intrusive Vs. Passive (Non-Intrusive) Mode
103
Broadcast Reprogramming Suggestions by Network Type
104
OTA Reprogramming Overview
105
Cancelling OTA Reprogramming
105
Error Conditions/Recovery
105
Execution and Screen Examples
106
COM1 Operating Modes
107
Changing COM1 Modes
107
Implementing Sleep Mode
107
Technical Specifications
111
Dbm-Watts-Volts Conversion Chart
113
9 Glossary of Terms & Abbreviations
114
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Model
MDS SD Series
Category
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Language
English
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