Table Of Contents - GE MDS SD Series Technical Manual

1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Conventions Used in This Manual ................................................................................................. 1
1.2 New Features in this Release ....................................................................................................... 2
2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Front Panel Connectors and Indicators ......................................................................................... 3
2.2 Key Product Features .................................................................................................................... 4
Media Access Control (MAC)........................................................................................................... 4
VLAN Capability............................................................................................................................... 5
Terminal Server Capability ............................................................................................................... 5
Store and Forward Capability........................................................................................................... 5
Peer-to-Peer Capability.................................................................................................................... 6
Frequency Re-use (System ID) ....................................................................................................... 6
2.3 SD Model Offerings ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Operating Modes and Applicable Manuals .................................................................................... 6
2.5 Accessories and Spares ................................................................................................................ 8
Protected Network Station ............................................................................................................... 8
Dual Protected Configurations ......................................................................................................... 9
3.0 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS ...................................................................................................11
3.1 Operating Parameters ................................................................................................................. 11
3.2 Example Systems ........................................................................................................................ 12
Multiple Address Systems (MAS) .................................................................................................. 12
Point-to-Point System .................................................................................................................... 12
IP Payload/Ethernet Polling and Terminal Server Operation ......................................................... 13
Port Sharing with Multiple Hosts .................................................................................................... 14
Push Communication (Report-by Exception)................................................................................. 15
IP Polling of Serial Remotes .......................................................................................................... 15
IP Polling of Two Serial Ports on One Remote .............................................................................. 16
4.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING ............................................................................................... 18
4.1 Chassis Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 19
4.2 Mounting Bracket Options ...........................................................................................................19
Optional DIN Rail Mounting ...........................................................................................................20
4.3 Antennas and Feedlines .............................................................................................................. 20
Antennas........................................................................................................................................ 20
Feedlines ....................................................................................................................................... 21
4.4 DC Power Connection ................................................................................................................. 22
4.5 Grounding Considerations ...........................................................................................................22
4.6 Ethernet Data Interface (RJ-45) .................................................................................................. 23
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