MaxStream 9XTend-NEMA 485 RF Quick Start Manual

Weatherproof rs-232/485 rf modem

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9XTend-NEMA™ Weatherproof RS-232/485 RF Modem
Introduction
Range Test Setup
Range Test Procedure
Optional Configurations
Create a long range wireless link in minutes.
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© 2005 MaxStream, Inc. All rights reserved.
WARNING: When operating with 1 Watt power output, transmitting in close
proximity of other RF modems can damage modem front-ends. Observe a minimum
separation distance of 2' (0.6 m) between modems.
Refer to the 9XTend-PKG-R RS-232/485 product manual for information regarding
operation of the 9XTend-NEMA RF Modem.
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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide 9XTend-NEMA™ Weatherproof RS-232/485 RF Modem Introduction Range Test Setup Range Test Procedure Optional Configurations Create a long range wireless link in minutes. www.maxstream.net © 2005 MaxStream, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING: When operating with 1 Watt power output, transmitting in close proximity of other RF modems can damage modem front-ends.
  • Page 2: Hardware Setup

    Introduction This guide provides step-by-step instruction on how to setup a wireless link and test the modem's ability to transport data over varying ranges and conditions. Range Test Setup Requirements for Range Test XTend-NEMA Weatherproof RS-232/485 RF Modem XTend-PKG-R RS-232/485 RF Modem (or a second XTend-NEMA) PC (Windows 98 SE, 2000 or XP) loaded with X-CTU Software Accessories (CAT5 cable with DB-9/PWR adapter board, loopback adapter, 2 RPSMA antennas (one is inside the NEMA enclosure), 2 power supplies)
  • Page 3 Range Test Procedure Use the "PC Settings" and "Range Test” tabs of the X-CTU Software to: • Setup a PC Serial Com Port for communications with the XTend RF Modem [step 2 of "Range Test"]. • Determine RF modem's range [steps 1-8 of "Range Test"]. Range Test 1.
  • Page 4: Optional Configurations

    Optional Configurations Out-of-box, the XTend-NEMA RF Modem is configured to provide immediate wireless links between devices. The modem's default configuration supports a wide range of RF communications. If the RF Modem must be configured to support specific needs of a data system, many programming options are available.

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