
Contents
FCC Compliance Statement (USA) .......................................... i
Figures, tables and equations ................................................. v
About this guide..................................................................... vii
1.
Introduction ................................................................. 1
Radio modem features .....................................................................1
DataTAC network technology.........................................................3
2.
Mechanical specifications and mounting needs........ 5
Environmental properties ................................................................5
Physical properties ..........................................................................6
Mounting the RIM 801D .................................................................8
3.
Power requirements .................................................. 11
Load specifications........................................................................11
Automotive supplies ......................................................................13
Rechargeable batteries...................................................................13
Single use batteries ........................................................................14
Plug-in supplies .............................................................................15
Connecting the power source ........................................................16
4.
Serial interface specification .................................... 17
Signal specifications (Standard 5V interface) ...............................17
Connecting the serial cable............................................................18
Detailed pin description.................................................................19
Turning the radio ON ....................................................................23
Turning the radio OFF...................................................................23
5.
Antenna integration .................................................. 25
Antenna requirements....................................................................25
Positioning the antenna..................................................................27
Antenna cabling.............................................................................28
Shielding........................................................................................30