MDS 05-4846A01, Rev. C
SD Series Ref. Manual (Packet & Transparent Mode)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Conventions Used in This Manual ................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Electronic Manuals ........................................................................................................................ 2
2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Front Panel Connectors and Indicators ......................................................................................... 3
2.2 Key Product Features .................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Model Offerings ............................................................................................................................. 4
2.4 Operating Modes and Applicable Manuals .................................................................................... 5
2.5 Accessories and Spares ................................................................................................................ 6
3.0 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Operating Parameters ................................................................................................................... 7
Multiple Address Systems (MAS) ............................................................................................. 8
Point-to-Point System ............................................................................................................... 9
IP/Ethernet Polling .................................................................................................................... 9
IP Polling of Serial Remotes ...................................................................................................10
Serial Remotes with Two Serial Ports ..................................................................................... 10
Port Sharing with Multiple Hosts ............................................................................................. 11
4.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING ............................................................................................... 12
4.1 Mounting Options ........................................................................................................................ 13
Optional DIN Rail Mounting .................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Antennas and Feedlines .............................................................................................................. 14
Antennas................................................................................................................................. 14
Feedlines ................................................................................................................................ 15
4.3 DC Power Connection ................................................................................................................. 16
4.4 Grounding Considerations ........................................................................................................... 16
4.5 Serial Data Interfaces .................................................................................................................. 17
COM1 (Management) Connections ........................................................................................ 17
COM2 (Data) Connections...................................................................................................... 18
4.6 Ethernet Data Interface (RJ-45) .................................................................................................. 20
5.0 STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 21
5.1 Initial Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 22
Serial vs. Telnet Access .......................................................................................................... 22
Connecting a PC & Setting Basic Parameters........................................................................ 22
5.2 Initial Startup & Checkout ............................................................................................................ 26
Ethernet Connector LEDs ....................................................................................................... 26
5.3 Optimizing the Radio Network ..................................................................................................... 27
Antenna SWR Check ..............................................................................................................27
