GE MDS SD Series Setup Manual

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05-4847A01, Rev. D MDS SD Series Setup Guide 1MDS SD SeriesSetup GuideThe MDS SD transceiver (Figure 1) is a software-configurable,industrial radio for use in wireless telemetry applications. Modelsoffered at the time of printing include: MDS SD2 (215-235 MHz),SD4 (350-512 MHz), and SD9 (928-960 MHz). The term SD isused for information common to all models of the radio.The radio supports both polled and report-by-exception data net-works, and interfaces with a variety of data control equipment suchas remote terminal units (RTUs), programmable logic controllers(PLCs), flow computers, and similar devices. Data interface con-nections support both Ethernet and serial (RS-232/485) protocols.InvisibleplaceholderFigure 1. MDS SD Data Transceiver1.1 About This GuideThis guide covers all SD transceivers except those operating inx710 mode. A more detailed Technical Manual is also available(05-4846A01). Before installing this product, refer to the TechnicalManual for important warnings, cautions, and notes. SD manualsare available in printed or electronic form. All manuals are availablefree of charge at www.gemds.com. Invisibleplaceholder1.1.1 x710 Mode—Different Manuals RequiredThe radio may be configured to emulate a corresponding MDSx710 transceiver. For x710 mode information, consult these man-uals instead:• Setup Guide (05-4669A01)• Technical Manual (05-4670A01)There are three main requirements for installing the transceiver:• Adequate and stable primary power• An efficient and properly installed antenna system• Correct interface connections between the transceiver andthe data equipment.Figure 2 shows a typical installation of the radio.NOTE: Retrofit Kits are available to ease installation at formerMDS x710 digital and analog sites. Consult your factoryrepresentative for ordering details.2.1 Installation StepsIn most cases, the steps given here are sufficient to install thetransceiver. Refer to the Technical Manual for additional details, asrequired.1. Mount the transceiver. Attach the supplied brackets to thebottom of the transceiver case (if not already attached), usingthe four 6-32 x 1/4 inch (6 mm) screws. Mounting bracketdimensions are shown in Figure 3. If DIN Rail mountingbrackets are to be used, consult the Technical Manual forinstructions.NOTE: To prevent moisture from entering the radio, do not mountthe case with the cable connectors pointing up. Also,dress all cables to prevent moisture from running alongthe cables and into the radio.Figure 2. Typical Installation (Remote Site Shown)Figure 3. Mounting Bracket Dimensions2. Install the antenna and feedline. The antenna must bedesigned to operate in the radio’s frequency band, and bemounted in a location providing a clear path to associated sta-tion(s). At Remote sites, aim directional antennas toward theMaster Station. Low loss coaxial feedline should be used andit should be kept as short as possible.3. Connect the data equipment. Connection may be madeusing Ethernet signaling, Serial protocols (RS-232/RS-485),or both.• If Ethernet is to be used, connect your data equipment to thefront panel Ethernet port next to the PWR connector.1.0 INTRODUCTION2.0 INSTALLATIONANTENNACONNECTOR (TNC)SERIAL DATACONNECTORS (DB-9)DC INPUTPOWERLED INDICATORPANEL ETHERNETCONNECTOR (RJ-45)POWER SUPPLY10.5–30 VDC @ 2.5ANegative Ground OnlyTRANSCEIVERLOW-LOSS FEEDLINEANTENNA SYSTEMETHERNETSERIALMaster Stations typically useomni-directional antennaDATA TELEMETRY DEVICEOR HOST COMPUTEROR:6.675˝ (16.95 cm)2.75˝ (7 cm)

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