Installation Summary - GE MDS MDS 05-4558A01 Startup Manual

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INSTALLATION SUMMARY

Step 1 – Mount the Transceiver
Step 2 – Install the Antennas
Step 3 – Measure & Connect Primary Power
Step 4 – Review the Transceiver's Configuration
Network Name—Unique name for each radio network. Required for
Remotes to associate with the Access Point. (Default name is
MDS-Mercury.)
IP Address—Must be a unique number to allow for IP access
through the Ethernet Port.
NOTE: A unique IP address is essential to access the web browser-based
Management System.
RF Output Power—Adjust as necessary for regulatory compliance.
Username/Password—Used for remote access and some Management
System features. (Username and Password default = admin)
Step 5 – Connect the Data Equipment
Connect the data equipment to data port(s):
• LAN—10/100BaseT Ethernet-compatible equipment:
Ethernet PLC (Crossover cable); Ethernet switch (Straight-Through)
• COM1—RS/EIA-232 compatible equipment (Crossover cable to serial
PLC/RTU)
tep 6 – Check for Normal Operation
Observe the transceiver LED status panel for the proper indications. In a normally operating system, the following LED indications s
hould be seen within 30 seconds of power-up:
WR—Lights continuouslyL
U se PING command to test basic data link integrity between Access Point and Remotes.
I f the PING command is successful, connect the RTU/data equipment to the data port and verify normal operation.
I f the LINK LED on Remotes is not on after 2 or 3 minutes, the unit has failed to associate with the Access Point. It may be necessary t
o reposition or redirect the radio's antenna for better reception/signal strength. Check also GPS antenna system.
C heck connected data equipment for normal operation.
BASIC CONFIGURATION DEFAULTS
The Management System can be accessed through the COM1 Port using a terminal emulator. The basic items listed below, and
many other parameters and tools can be accessed through this tool. HTTP, Telnet access, and changing parameters are controlled
by password.
ITEM
Username/Password
Network Name
IP Address
RF Output Power
ALLA TION REFERENCE CHART
ALLA TION REFERENCE CHART
Detailed instructions are contained in the Reference Manual, P/N 05-4446A01
(10–30 Vdc)
AN—On or blinks intermittently
MGT SYSTEM MENU
Device Information
Network Configuration
Network Configuration
Radio Configuration
RTU/PLC
(Crossover Cable
to Radio)
PC RUNNING
TERMINAL
PROGRAM
(Straight-Through
Cable to Radio)
TYPICAL INSTALLATION—Remote Shown
LINK— On or blinks intermittently (Remotes: if associated)
DEFAULT VALUES/RANGE
• 1–8 alphanumeric characters
admin (lower case)
• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
• 1–16 alphanumeric characters
MDS-Mercury
• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
Contact your Network Administrator
192.168.1.1
+30 dBm (900 model) AP: -30 to +30 dBm
+20 dBm (3650 model)
ANTENNA
SYSTEM
TO GPS ANTENNA
(Provides 3.3 Vdc output)
TO DC POWER SUPPLY
(10–30 Vdc)
RM: 0 to +30 dBm