GE MDS INET900 Users Guide
MDS
Wireless IP/Ethernet Transceiver
Review Draft 3—12/17/01
i
NET
900
™
Installation Guide
MDS 05-2873A01, REV. D3
DECEMBER 2001
Review Draft 3—12/17/01
CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL............................................................4
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION......................................................4
INSTALLATION PLANNING.....................................................5
INSTALLATION........................................................................6
Step 1—Mount the Transceiver....................................................6
Step 2—Install the Antenna.........................................................7
Step 3—Measure & Install Primary Power...................................7
Step 4—Review the Radio’s Configuration ..................................8
Step 5—Connect the Data Equipment.........................................9
Step 6—Check for Normal Operation........................................10
Performance Optimization..........................................................10
TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................11
iNET SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................13
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY... ..................................................14
INSTALLATION REFERENCE CHART ............. (Center Insert)
Copyright Notice
This publication is protected by U.S. copyright law. Copyright 2001, Microwave Data Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Serviceability of this Manual
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual,
product improvements may 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 our Customer Service Team using the information at the
back of this guide. Microwave Data Systems Incorporated reserves its right to correct
any errors and omissions. Updated information may also be available on our Web site
at www.microwavedata.com.
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Operational Safety Notices
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RF Exposure
The radio equipment described in this guide emits
radio frequency energy. Although the power level
is low, the concentrated energy from a directional
antenna may pose a health hazard. Do not allow
people to come closer than two meters (6 feet) to
the antenna when the transmitter is operating.
This manual is intended to guide a professional installer in installing, operating and performing basic system maintenance on the described equipment.
FM/UL/CSA Notice
MDS i Net 900 When Approved
This product is available for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D Hazardous
Locations. Such locations are defined in Article 500 of the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) publication NFPA 70, otherwise known as the National Electrical Code.
The transceiver has been recognized for use in these hazardous locations by three
independent agencies —Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Factory Mutual Research
Corporation (FMRC) and the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). The UL certification for the transceiver is as a Recognized Component for use in these hazardous
locations, in accordance with UL Standard 1604. The FMRC Approval is in accordance with FMRC Standard 3611. The CSA Certification is in accordance with CSA
STD C22.2 No. 213-M1987.
FM/UL/CSA Conditions of Approval
MDS i Net 900 When Approved
The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment
which is certified for hazardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions
of approval, as set forth by the approving agencies. These conditions of approval are
as follows:
1. The transceiver must be mounted within a separate enclosure which is suitable
for the intended application.
2. The antenna feedline, DC power cable and interface cable must be routed
through conduit in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
3. Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the transceiver's installation manual, and the National Electrical
Code.
4. T ampering or replacement with non-factory components may adversely af fect the
safe use of the transceiver in hazardous locations, and may void the approval.
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Do not disconnect equipment unless power has
been switched off or the area is know to be
non-hazardous.
EXPLOSION
HAZARD!
FCC Notice, U.S.A.
MDS i Net 900 When Approved
The MDS iNet 900 transceivers comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device is specifically designed to be used under Section 15.247 of the FCC Rules
and Regulations. Any unauthorized modification or changes to this device without the
express approval of Microwave Data Systems may void the user’s authority to operate
this device.
Furthermore, this device is indented to be used only when installed in accordance with
the instructions outlined in this manual. Failure to comply with these instructions may
also void the user’s authority to operate this device.
FCC Information
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
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National
Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for further information
on hazardous locations and approved Division 2
wiring methods.
1
Z?
1. This seem like this note should be a DANGER classification if
there is a potential for an explosion. Please verify.
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This guide presents installation and initial operating instructions for
the MDS iNET 900™ transceiver. Following installation, we suggest
keeping this guide near the equipment for future reference.
The scope of this manual is limited to the safe and effective installation
of the unit in typical office or non-hazardous industrial settings. Users
who require optimization of the equipment’s capabilities and operating range should read the MDS iNET 900 Network Administrator’s
Manual , P/N 05-xxxxA01. This manual provides more in-depth infor-
mation on antenna selection and optimization, and extensive coverage
on user-controllable parameters and diagnostic tools.
Many of the essential installation information is contained on the
Installation Reference Chart found at the center of this manual.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The MDS iNET 900 transceiver (shown on the cover) is a data radio
transceiver designed for to support wireless data networks.
The MDS iNET 900 transceiver is designed to provide network managers with a easy-to-install wireless local area network (LAN) services
with plug-and-play hardware. The unit can be reconfigured for any
one of three standard operating arrangements; some require the use of
electronic keys (alphanumeric code) purchased from MDS. The model
descriptions reflect their operating mode capabilities. The core data
interface services are 1. Ethernet, 2. Serial, and 3. Serial and Ethernet.
(See Table 1 on page 5 for a summary of core interface services.)
Three model configurations are available; they are:
1. Ethernet Bridge—Supports Ethernet traffic only
2. Serial gateway—Supports serial traffic only
(Encrypted over IP protocol)
3. Access Point/Dual Gateway—Supports Ethernet and serial data
simultaneously
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Table 1.
Model Oper. Mode LAN Data
Ethernet
1
Bridge
1
Serial
Dual
Gateway
NOTES
1. Firmware key required to convert to alternate operating modes:
Remote Serial/LAN Gateway, Ethernet Bridge, or Access Point Operation.
2. Default: Remote Serial/LAN Gateway. Able to be converted to Access
Point without firmware key
i
NET 900 Models and Data Interface Services
(IP/Ethernet)
Remote
Gateway
Remote
Gateway
Remote
2
Gateway &
Access
Point
Yes No Yes No
No Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
COM1
Data
COM1
MGT Sys.
Access
COM2
Data
The MDS iNET 900 transceivers serve as either an “Access Point” or
“Remote Gateway”. An Access Point is a wireless hub that provides
connectivity into a wired Ethernet LAN/WAN. From a radio perspective, an Access Point also serves as the radio network’s “master station” providing synchronization signaling for associated iNET 900
Remote Gateway radios.
INSTALLATION PLANNING
This section provides tips for selecting an appropriate site, choosing an
antenna system, and reducing the chance of harmful interference.
General Requirements
There are three main requirements for installing the radio—adequate
and stable primary power, a good antenna system, and the correct
interface between the transceiver and the data device. The center
Installation Reference Chart shows a typical Remote Gateway instal-
lation.
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