GE MDS Setup Manual
GE MDS MCR
Setup Guide - Brazil
1.0 INTRODUCTION
2.0 INSTALLATIONS
• Correct interface connections between the unit and associated data equipment.
This guide provides installation and startup instructions for the MDS
Orbit Managed Connected Router (MCR) shown Figure 1. The
MCR is a highly secure, industrial wireless solution for broad based
applications, including control center monitoring, well site pad
operations and video surveillance.
The unit provides wireless communication via multiple technologies
in a single, industrial package, without the need for additional
modules or add-ons. In addition, wired serial, Ethernet and USB
interfaces are provided at the front panel, reducing network cost
and complexity. Depending on order entry options the unit may be
equipped with a combination of Cell, Wi-Fi, and 900 MHz
unlicensed FHSS/DTS radio.
Units are offered in two different interface offerings; 2 Ethernet/1
Serial (2E1S), or 2 Serial/1 Ethernet (2S1E). The 2E1S configuration is the standard model and is shown here, although most information applies equally to both configurations.
2.2 Installation Steps
Installation details for the product may vary, depending on
site-specific factors. The steps here provide the basic tasks needed
at most sites.
1. Mount the unit. Attach the supplied brackets to the bottom of
the case (if not already attached), using the screws provided.
Mounting bracket dimensions are shown in Figure 2. If DIN Rail
mounting brackets are to be used, consult the Technical
Manual for details.
NOTE: To prevent moisture from entering the unit, do not
mount the case with the cable connectors pointing up. Also, dress
all cables to prevent moisture from running along the cables and
into the enclosure.
Figure 1: MCR Sample Unit, Showing Connectors & Indicators
1.1 Technical Manual
This Setup Guide covers basic installation and startup instructions
for the unit. A more detailed Technical Manual is also available
(05-6632A01). Refer to the Technical Manual for important warnings, cautions and notes. GE MDS manuals, Setup guides, Firmware, drivers and Application Notes are available free of charge at
www.gemds.com.
GE MDS has produced a series of instructional videos for configuration and setup of the Orbit MCR products on YouTube. These
are available free of charge at: http://tinyurl.com/pey2ull
Figure 2: Typical MCR Installation
2.1 Main Requirements
WARNING: When the unit is to be installed in hazardous
locations, use only the serial or Ethernet connections on the unit’s
front panel. Do not use the USB port in hazardous locations.
Figure 2 shows a typical installation of the unit. There are three
main requirements for installation:
• Adequate and stable primary power (10-60 VDC).
• Efficient and properly installed antennas for configured op-
tions.
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2. Install the antennas and feedlines. The antennas used must
be designed to operate in the appropriate frequency band and
be mounted in a location providing a clear path to the associ-
Figure 3: Mounting Bracket Dimensions
ated station(s). Antennas should be mounted away from large
masses of metal and other obstructions.
Often, at least one of the antennas will be connected directly to
one of the coaxial connectors on the unit’s front panel. When
remotely mounted antennas are used, coaxial feedlines should
be low loss and be kept as short as possible.
3. Connect the data equipment. Connection may be made
using any combination of Serial protocols (RS-232/RS-485),
Ethernet signaling, or USB. Refer to the Technical Manual for
wiring details.
• Serial connection: Attach data equipment to the front panel
COM port. The unit is hardwired as a DCE device, thus a
straight-through Ethernet cable may be used in most cases
(DB9-F to RJ-45 connector part no. 73-2434A12).
• Ethernet connection: Attach data equipment to the front
panel ETH1 and/or ETH2 port next to the PWR connector.
The auto-sensing MDIX feature allows either a
straight-through or crossover cable to be used.
• USB connection: Attach data equipment to the front panel
mini USB port. The unit supports USB 2.0 with proper drivers
installed. Drivers available at www.gemds.com.
4. Connect primary power. Input power must be 10.0 to 60 Vdc
and capable of providing at least 15 watts. A power connector
with screw-terminals is provided (Figure 4, DC Power Connector). Strip the wire leads to 6 mm (1/4 inch) and insert them
into the wire ports. Be sure to observe proper polarity as
shown. Tighten the binding screws securely.
2.3.2 Connecting via Ethernet/WiFi
The configuration PC may be connected to the unit by hardwired
cable (USB, serial or Ethernet), or by WiFi. The following steps
de-scribe a WiFi or Ethernet connection to the built-in web server.
This connection can be made using the WiFi or Ethernet information above. The initial sign-in prompt appears as shown below:
1. Enter the username (default is admin).
2. Enter the Password (default is admin). Press . Upon
successful login, the Device Overview page appears.
3. For initial configuration the Setup Wizard appears and provides
guidance in typical setups. This will be disabled after the initial
setup, but may be re-run at any time from the Wizards page.
Figure 4, DC Power Connector
CAUTION: The unit is designed for negative-ground power
power systems only. The power supply should be equipped with
NEC Class 2 overload protection, to guard against a short circuit
between its output terminals and the unit’s power connector..
2.3 Unit Configuration
2.3.1 Default Settings
As shipped from the factory, the unit is configured with a set of
pre-defined defaults. For example, when equipped with Cell, the
unit is configured to operate as a WiFi hotspot. (3G requires
carrier-specific configuration.) For “4G WiFi hotspot” operation, the
unit normally contains the following settings:
• WiFi enabled as an Access Point (AP)
• SSID = GEMDS_SERNUM (SERNUM refers to the unit’s
serial number, printed on a chassis sticker.)
• SSID broadcast enabled
• Security = WPA2-PSK, CCMP with passphrase:
GEMDS_ORBIT
• Default Ethernet IP address 192.168.1.1
• Firewall/NAT/DNS proxy enabled
• DHCP enabled (192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.10)
• If 900 MHz radio present (unlicensed), radio set to Remote
This configuration allows connection of a PC to the unit via WiFi or
the LAN port and access to the Internet via cellular, if equipped and
supported by a suitable service plan.
Key items that should be set/reviewed:
• Create one-time programmable passwords for device
recovery.
• Change login passwords (to maintain security).
• Evaluate default factory configuration and lock it down to
required security level.
Refer to the Technical Manual for detailed information on the above
items.
2.3.3 Connecting via Serial
The configuration PC may be connected to the unit by hardwired
cable (USB, serial, or Ethernet), or by WiFi. The following steps
describe a cabled serial cable connection, as illustrated in Figure 5.
Note that not all PCs have a serial port. If one is not available, a
USB-to-Serial adapter and appropriate driver software may be used
to provide serial connectivity
Figure 5. Setup for PC Configuration—Serial Port
(RJ-45 adapter is required)
1. Connect a PC to the unit’s COM port and establish a console
terminal session, using HyperTerminal or a similar
communications program. The following parameters must be
used: 115200 bps, 8 bits, no parity, one stop bit (8N1), flow
control disabled, VT100 emulation.
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