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MDS Master Station Setup Guide
05-6398A01, Rev. C
Regulatory & Product Information
Sheet
—MDS Master Station
FCC Part 15 Notice
This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case users will be required to correct the interference at
their own expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
RF Exposure Notice
To comply with RF exposure requirements, the antenna shall be installed to
ensure a minimum separation distance of 3.05 meters (10 feet) from per-
sons. The antenna may not be collocated or operated in conjunction with
other transmitting devices. To reduce potential radio interference to other
users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the Equivalent
Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for
successful communication.
Only approved antennas may be used on the unit's RF output con-
nectors, as listed below. The use of non-approved antennas may result
in a violation of FCC rules, and subject the user to FCC enforcement
action.
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manu-
facturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
Servicing Precautions
When servicing energized equipment, be sure to wear appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). During internal service, situa-
tions could arise where objects accidentally contact or short circuit
components and the appropriate PPE would alleviate or decrease the
severity of potential injury. When servicing radios, all workplace regula-
tions and other applicable standards for live electrical work should be
followed to ensure personal safety.
Manual Revision and Accuracy
This manual was prepared to cover a specific version of firmware code.
Accordingly, some screens and features may differ from the actual unit
you are working with. While every reasonable effort has been made to
ensure the accuracy of this publication, product improvements may also
result in minor differences between the manual and the product shipped
to you. If you have additional questions or need an exact specification
for a product, please contact GE MDS, using the information at the back
of this guide.
In addition, manual updates can be found on our web site at
www.gemds.com.
Environmental Information
The manufacture of this equipment has required the extraction and use
of natural resources. Improper disposal may contaminate the environ-
ment and present a health risk due to hazardous substances contained
within. To avoid dissemination of these substances into our environment
and to limit the demand on natural resources, we encourage you to use
the appropriate recycling systems for disposal. These systems will reuse
or recycle most of the materials found in this equipment in a sound way.
Please contact GE MDS or your supplier for more information on the
proper disposal of this equipment.
Product Test Data Sheets
Test Data Sheets showing the original factory test results for this unit are
available upon request from the GE MDS Quality Leader. Contact the
factory using the information at the back of this manual. Serial numbers
must be provided for each product where a Test Data Sheet is required.
Grounding Requirements
To minimize the chance of damage to the unit and connected equip-
ment, a safety ground (NEC Class 2 compliant) is recommended which
bonds the antenna system, chassis, power supply and connected data
equipment to a
single-point
ground, keeping all ground leads as short as
possible.
Normally, the unit is adequately grounded if the supplied mounting
brackets are used to mount it to a well-grounded metal surface. If the
unit is not mounted to a grounded surface, it is recommended that a
safety ground wire be attached to one of the mounting brackets or a
screw on the enclosure.
The use of a lightning protector is recommended where the antenna
cable enters the building. Bond the protector to the tower/support
ground, if possible. All grounds and cabling must comply with applicable
codes and regulations.
