GE MDS Mercury Series, Reference Manual

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26 Mercury Reference Manual 05-4446A01, Rev. C
2.7 STEP 6—CHECK FOR NORMAL
OPERATION
Once the data equipment is connected, you can check the transceiver for
normal operation.
Observe the LEDs on the top cover for the proper indications. In a nor-
mally operating system, you will see the following LED indications
within 45seconds of start-up:
•
PWR—
Lit continuously
•
LINK
—On, or blinking intermittently to indicate traffic flow
•
LAN
—On, or blinking intermittently to indicate traffic flow
Figure 2-4 shows a close-up view of the transceiver’s LED Indicator
panel. Table 2-2 provides details on each LED function.
Invisible place holder
Figure 2-4. LED Indicator Panel
If the radio network seems to be operating properly based on observa-
tion of the unit’s LEDs, use the
PING
command to verify the link integ-
rity with the Access Point.
Table 2-2. Transceiver LED Functions
LED Label Activity Indication
PWR ON Primary power (DC) present
Blinking Unit in “Alarmed” state
OFF Primary power (DC) absent
LAN* ON LAN detected
Blinking Data TX/RX
OFF LAN not detected, or excessive
traffic present
COM1
(MGT System) Blinking Data TX/RX
OFF No data activity