Tempest 900 - Page 2

Select a location for the
BaseStation and/or Remote Transceiver
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System range and performance may be greatly reduced if antennas
are blocked or obstructed.
• Always operate the system with antenna attached, located as high as
possible and away from all obstructions (especially metal).
• Reduced range may be experienced when using an antenna on a
BaseStation that is installed inside a metal rack.
• When using the Whip (omni-directional) antenna, always locate it as
close as possible to the center of the coverage area.
• When remotely locating antenna, use only high quality 50 ohm, low loss,
RF cable (120 ft max, or approx 37m).
• Remote antenna location of up to 1500 ft (approx 457m) using standard
CAT-5 wiring may be achieved using the optional Tempest Remote
Transceiver.
» This connection cannot be through an active IP switch or router.
» Plug your Transceiver into the BaseStation prior to powering ON
the BaseStation.
• Slide the battery door off by pressing down and back.
• Install the battery or AA batteries (x3) and replace the battery
door.
• Press and hold the ON/OFF button for two seconds; the
BeltStation will vibrate as it powers up.
• Power the BeltStation OFF by pressing and holding the ON/OFF
button for four seconds.
• Connect the AC power cord to the BaseStation and to the AC wall outlet.
• Turn the BaseStation on via the front panel ON/OFF switch.
Power ON the BaseStation
Power ON the BeltStation
2 sec
POWER ON
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From the front of the BaseStation, follow the steps below:
• Press MENU (Main Menu).
• Press 1 (BaseStation Settings).
• Scroll to 7 (Tech Menu) and press ENTER. A Tech Menu warning
message will appear—Press ENTER to proceed.
• Press ENTER or 1 (Radio Conguration).
• Press ENTER or 1 (Network Number) and select a network other than
zero, and press ENTER to save setting.
• If you have multiple BaseStations, ensure you select a different
Network Number for each BaseStation.
• Collocated BaseStations should be in the same Network Number Group.
• Press MENU to return to previous menu; press 2 (Lockout Key) and select
a lockout key other than 255 and press ENTER to save setting.
• Press MENU repeatedly until you get back to the Operational screen.
• Power the BaseStation OFF; wait 10 seconds and power the BaseStation
ON again.
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Changing the Default RF Conguration
 Tempest900 operates in the 902 to 928 MHz frequency spectrum.
 Tempest900 models should never be synced with Tempest2400 models.
 Tempest BaseStations and BeltStations are shipped with a default RF
conguration. It is highly recommended that you change your system
from the default to ensure proper RF performance, especially in the
presence of other Tempest systems.
 A BeltStation must be paired with a BaseStation for any communication
to take place. Pairing should be done AFTER the default RF
conguration is changed on the BaseStation.
 Charge the BeltStation batteries prior to starting set-up.
Important things you need to know
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Quick Start Guide