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pMDDL2350
pMDDL2450
pMDDL2550
2x2 MIMO OEM Wireless Digital Data Link
Document: pMDDL.Operating Manual.v1.2.1.pdf
FW: v1.4.0 Build 1005
Operating Manual
150 Country Hills Landing NW
Calgary, Alberta
Canada T3K 5P3
Phone: (403) 248-0028
Toll Free: 1-855-353-0028
www.microhardcorp.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Important User Information

Product Warranty Details

Microhard Systems Inc. warrants products against defects for one year from shipment date.

Warranty Disclaimers and Limitations

Disclaims implied warranties and limits liability for misuse, negligence, or alterations.

Purchaser Indemnification Clause

Purchaser agrees to indemnify Microhard Systems Inc. against claims related to product use.

About This Manual and Symbols

Explains manual assumptions, symbols for caution, tips, and information.

Regulatory Requirements and Compliance

FCC RF Exposure and Separation Guidelines

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, maintain a separation distance between antenna and persons.

FCC Operational Compliance Conditions

Device must not cause harmful interference and must accept any received interference.

FCC Equipment Labeling and Identification

FCC/IC numbers depend on model and must appear on end-user equipment label.

Industry Canada Compliance Requirements

Device complies with IC license-exempt RSSs, subject to two operation conditions.

Sample Label and Regulatory Approvals

Provides an example label requirement for pMDDL2450 and a table of approvals.

Revision History

Product Overview and Specifications

Key Performance Features

Lists key features like high power Tx, data rate, operating modes, and management options.

Electrical and General Specifications

Details frequency, TX power, serial/ethernet ports, USB, network protocols, and current consumption.

Environmental and Mechanical Specifications

Details operating temperature, humidity, dimensions, weight, and connector types.

Performance Specifications Data

Provides detailed performance data for MIMO ON/OFF modes across different modulations and bandwidths.

Quick Start Guide

Initial Setup and Network Connection

Steps for initial setup: connect antenna, power, and PC via Ethernet for basic access.

Login and System Summary

Details factory login credentials and the initial system summary window display.

Master and Slave Auto Setup

Configures two pMDDL units as Master and Slave using defaults to establish a wireless link.

Master and Slave Manual Setup

Guides manual configuration of Master and Slave units for a wireless network.

Configuring Master Unit Settings

Steps to configure a pMDDL unit as a Master via WebUI RF and Operation Mode settings.

Configuring Slave;Remote Unit Settings

Steps to configure a pMDDL unit as a Slave/Remote via WebUI RF and Operation Mode settings.

Testing the Wireless Connection

Verifies communication by checking RSSI LEDs and accessing the Slave's WebUI from the Master.

Hardware Features and Variants

pMDDL OEM Module Details

Covers OEM module overview, mechanicals, solder, connectors, SMT, heat dissipation, and pin descriptions.

pMDDL Enclosed Unit Features

Describes the enclosed unit, its mechanicals, connectors, indicators, Ethernet, power, and buttons.

pMDDL Development Board

Introduces the development board and its mechanicals, connectors, and indicators.

Configuration and Setup

Web User Interface (WebUI) Setup

Initial steps for WebUI access, including login and system summary overview.

System Configuration Options

Covers system status, settings, services, maintenance, and reboot functions.

Network Configuration Settings

Details LAN, WAN, USB port setup, DHCP servers, static routes, ports, and device list.

Wireless Configuration Parameters

Manages wireless status, RF parameters, encryption, and network ID for connectivity.

Firewall Configuration and Security

Covers firewall summary, general settings, port forwarding, MAC/IP lists, rules, and defaults.

Serial Port Configuration

Configures serial port settings, IP protocols, and GS0 USB serial port.

Diagnostics and Network Testing

Includes network ping, iperf for throughput, and USB tethering features for analysis.

Administration and User Management

Manages users, SNMP, network discovery, and logout functions for system control.

AT Command Line Interface

AT Command Overview and Telnet Access

Introduces AT commands, telnet access, and basic usage for device management.

AT Command Syntax and Usage

Explains the syntax for issuing AT commands, querying settings, and saving changes.

Supported AT Commands Reference

Lists AT commands for system, network, wireless, and firewall configuration.

Wireless Radio AT Commands

Lists AT commands for configuring radio status, distance, TX power, bandwidth, and MIMO.

Installation Guide

Deployment Considerations: Topology, Fade Margin, and Power

Discusses network topology, fade margin, frequency, power, and interference factors for deployment.

Radio Path Calculation and Link Budgeting

Explains formulas and examples for calculating radio signal path and fade margin.

Antenna System Installation and Selection

Covers antenna types, selection, placement, orientation, and installation procedures.

Cable, Protection, and Filtering

Details coaxial cable, surge arrestors for lightning protection, and external filters.

Appendix A: Serial Interface

RS-232 Signal Descriptions and Conventions

Details the RS-232 signals, their direction, and the DCE/DTE conventions.

Appendix B: Firmware Recovery Procedure

Firmware Recovery Steps using TFTP

Provides a step-by-step guide to recover an unresponsive unit using TFTP.

Appendix C: Sample Interface Schematic

Interface Schematic Diagram

Shows a sample schematic illustrating interface connections for the pMDDL.

Appendix D: Serial Port Extension

FTDI USB to UART Serial Extension

Details using a FT234XD USB to serial UART for a second serial port.

Appendix E: Troubleshooting

Common pMDDL Troubleshooting Questions

Addresses common questions regarding default IP, login, factory reset, and serial port issues.

Summary

Important User Information

Product Warranty Details

Microhard Systems Inc. warrants products against defects for one year from shipment date.

Warranty Disclaimers and Limitations

Disclaims implied warranties and limits liability for misuse, negligence, or alterations.

Purchaser Indemnification Clause

Purchaser agrees to indemnify Microhard Systems Inc. against claims related to product use.

About This Manual and Symbols

Explains manual assumptions, symbols for caution, tips, and information.

Regulatory Requirements and Compliance

FCC RF Exposure and Separation Guidelines

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, maintain a separation distance between antenna and persons.

FCC Operational Compliance Conditions

Device must not cause harmful interference and must accept any received interference.

FCC Equipment Labeling and Identification

FCC/IC numbers depend on model and must appear on end-user equipment label.

Industry Canada Compliance Requirements

Device complies with IC license-exempt RSSs, subject to two operation conditions.

Sample Label and Regulatory Approvals

Provides an example label requirement for pMDDL2450 and a table of approvals.

Revision History

Product Overview and Specifications

Key Performance Features

Lists key features like high power Tx, data rate, operating modes, and management options.

Electrical and General Specifications

Details frequency, TX power, serial/ethernet ports, USB, network protocols, and current consumption.

Environmental and Mechanical Specifications

Details operating temperature, humidity, dimensions, weight, and connector types.

Performance Specifications Data

Provides detailed performance data for MIMO ON/OFF modes across different modulations and bandwidths.

Quick Start Guide

Initial Setup and Network Connection

Steps for initial setup: connect antenna, power, and PC via Ethernet for basic access.

Login and System Summary

Details factory login credentials and the initial system summary window display.

Master and Slave Auto Setup

Configures two pMDDL units as Master and Slave using defaults to establish a wireless link.

Master and Slave Manual Setup

Guides manual configuration of Master and Slave units for a wireless network.

Configuring Master Unit Settings

Steps to configure a pMDDL unit as a Master via WebUI RF and Operation Mode settings.

Configuring Slave;Remote Unit Settings

Steps to configure a pMDDL unit as a Slave/Remote via WebUI RF and Operation Mode settings.

Testing the Wireless Connection

Verifies communication by checking RSSI LEDs and accessing the Slave's WebUI from the Master.

Hardware Features and Variants

pMDDL OEM Module Details

Covers OEM module overview, mechanicals, solder, connectors, SMT, heat dissipation, and pin descriptions.

pMDDL Enclosed Unit Features

Describes the enclosed unit, its mechanicals, connectors, indicators, Ethernet, power, and buttons.

pMDDL Development Board

Introduces the development board and its mechanicals, connectors, and indicators.

Configuration and Setup

Web User Interface (WebUI) Setup

Initial steps for WebUI access, including login and system summary overview.

System Configuration Options

Covers system status, settings, services, maintenance, and reboot functions.

Network Configuration Settings

Details LAN, WAN, USB port setup, DHCP servers, static routes, ports, and device list.

Wireless Configuration Parameters

Manages wireless status, RF parameters, encryption, and network ID for connectivity.

Firewall Configuration and Security

Covers firewall summary, general settings, port forwarding, MAC/IP lists, rules, and defaults.

Serial Port Configuration

Configures serial port settings, IP protocols, and GS0 USB serial port.

Diagnostics and Network Testing

Includes network ping, iperf for throughput, and USB tethering features for analysis.

Administration and User Management

Manages users, SNMP, network discovery, and logout functions for system control.

AT Command Line Interface

AT Command Overview and Telnet Access

Introduces AT commands, telnet access, and basic usage for device management.

AT Command Syntax and Usage

Explains the syntax for issuing AT commands, querying settings, and saving changes.

Supported AT Commands Reference

Lists AT commands for system, network, wireless, and firewall configuration.

Wireless Radio AT Commands

Lists AT commands for configuring radio status, distance, TX power, bandwidth, and MIMO.

Installation Guide

Deployment Considerations: Topology, Fade Margin, and Power

Discusses network topology, fade margin, frequency, power, and interference factors for deployment.

Radio Path Calculation and Link Budgeting

Explains formulas and examples for calculating radio signal path and fade margin.

Antenna System Installation and Selection

Covers antenna types, selection, placement, orientation, and installation procedures.

Cable, Protection, and Filtering

Details coaxial cable, surge arrestors for lightning protection, and external filters.

Appendix A: Serial Interface

RS-232 Signal Descriptions and Conventions

Details the RS-232 signals, their direction, and the DCE/DTE conventions.

Appendix B: Firmware Recovery Procedure

Firmware Recovery Steps using TFTP

Provides a step-by-step guide to recover an unresponsive unit using TFTP.

Appendix C: Sample Interface Schematic

Interface Schematic Diagram

Shows a sample schematic illustrating interface connections for the pMDDL.

Appendix D: Serial Port Extension

FTDI USB to UART Serial Extension

Details using a FT234XD USB to serial UART for a second serial port.

Appendix E: Troubleshooting

Common pMDDL Troubleshooting Questions

Addresses common questions regarding default IP, login, factory reset, and serial port issues.

Microhard Systems pMDDL2350 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicrohard Systems
ModelpMDDL2350
CategoryPCI Card
LanguageEnglish

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