Installation Reference Chart

RTU/PLC (Crossover Cable to Radio)

Detailed instructions are contained in the Reference Manual, P/N 05-4446A01

INSTALLATION SUMMARY

Step 1 – Mount the Transceiver

Step 2 – Install the Antennas

Step 3 – Measure & Connect Primary Power (10–30 Vdc)

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

ANTENNA

SYSTEM

		FEEDLINE
	-LOSSMHz		Antenna)
	LOW	900
	(To
PC RUNNING	TO GPS ANTENNA
TERMINAL	(Provides 3.3 Vdc output)
PROGRAM	TO DC POWER SUPPLY
(Straight-Through	TO DC POWER SUPPLY
Cable to Radio)	(10–30 Vdc)

TYPICAL INSTALLATION—Remote Shown

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 AN—On or blinks intermittently LINK— On or blinks intermittently (Remotes: if associated) 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.

If 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	MGT SYSTEM MENU	DEFAULT	VALUES/RANGE
Username/Password	Device Information	admin (lower case)	• 1–8 alphanumeric characters
Username/Password	Device Information	admin (lower case)	• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
			• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
Network Name	Network Configuration	MDS-Mercury	• 1–16 alphanumeric characters
Network Name	Network Configuration	MDS-Mercury	• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
			• Case-sensitive; can be mixed case
IP Address	Network Configuration	192.168.1.1	Contact your Network Administrator

RF Output Power	Radio Configuration	+30 dBm (900 model)	AP: -30 to +30 dBm RM: 0 to +30 dBm
		+20 dBm (3650 model)

MDS 05-4558A01 specifications

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