PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit Instruction Manual
Caution: Read complete instruc-
tions prior to installation and opera-
tion of the device.
Warning: Risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Warning!
• This product is not recommended for life support ap-
plications or applications where malfunctioning could
result in personal injury or property loss. Anyone using this product for such applications does so at their
own risk. Precision Digital Corporation shall not be
held liable for damages resulting from such improper
use.
• Failure to follow installation guidelines could result in
death or serious injury. Make sure only qualified personnel perform the installation.
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Disclaimer
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Precision
Digital makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Limited Warranty
Precision Digital Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. Precision Digital’s liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase
value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.
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PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Table of Figures ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Ordering Information ..................................................................................................................................... 4
General ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Wireless Radio .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Information ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Cover Jam Screw ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Power Connector ................................................................................................................................... 8
Setup and Programming ............................................................................................................................... 9
Setup Menu ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Network ID ........................................................................................................................................... 11
PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit Instruction Manual
Model
Description
PDW30-RNA
PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit
Model
Description
PDA10
PDW Wireless Signal Strength Survey Tool
PDA3120-S
RP-SMA M/F Antenna Cable 20ft
PDA3140-S
RP-SMA M/F Antenna Cable 40ft
PDA3120-N
RP-SMA F to N Male Antenna Cable 20ft
PDA3140-N
RP-SMA F to N Male Antenna Cable 40ft
PDA3900-12-N
PDW 900 MHz Antenna, 1/2" NPT
PDA3900-6Y-N
Yagi Antenna 6dB
PDA3900-9Y-N
Yagi Antenna 9dB
PDA6963
Stainless Steel PDW30 Mounting Kit
Introduction
Precision Digital PDW30R wireless signal repeaters are used to retransmit wireless signals
when connectivity between PDW30 or PDW90 wireless units is an issue. They are incredibly
simple to install as they only require power and a network ID. Any units in range of the repeater
with the same network ID will retransmit through it, thus increasing signal strength. Use repeaters to broadcast over very long distances or around permanent obstacles.
PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit Instruction Manual
Display
32-character dual-line alphanumeric
dot matrix LCD display with backlight
(4.68mm x 2.21mm characters)
Display
Orientation
Display may be mounted at 180°
from default orientation
Network ID
Field selectable: 0 - 99
Programming
Methods
Four programming buttons (behind
glass) or PC with PDW Manager software.
Password
A programmable password restricts
modification of programmed settings.
Power
12-28 VDC, 5 W max
Non-Volatile
Memory
All programmed settings are stored
in non-volatile memory for a minimum of ten years if power is lost.
Isolation
500 V
Environmental
Operating temperature range:
-40 to 65°C (display inoperable
< -20 °C); Storage temperature
range: -40 to 85°C; Relative humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Connections
Removable screw terminal blocks accept 16 to 30 AWG wire.
Enclosure
Cast aluminum with glass window,
0.30% max copper content, corrosion
resistant powder coating, color: blue.
NEMA 4X/IP68. Two ½" NPT
threaded conduit openings. One ½"
NPT stainless steel conduit plug with
10 mm hex key fitting installed.
Mounting
May be mounted directly to conduit.
Two mounting holes for 1.5" pipe or
wall mounting. See Mounting Dimensions on page 15 for mounting space
requirements.
Tightening
Torque
2.5 lb-in (0.28 Nm)
Shipping Dimensions
17" x 14" x 9" (43.2 cm x 35.6 cm x
22.9 cm) (L x W X H)
Shipping
Weight
5 lbs. (2.27 kg)
Warranty
3 years parts & labor
Frequency
900 MHz
Range
500 ft (152.4 m) indoor, 1 mi (1.61
km) outdoor (line-of-sight)
Encryption
AES 128-bit encryption available using PDW Manager software
Interference
Reduction
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Power Output
24 dBm (250 mW)
Sensitivity
-101 dBm
System
Requirements
Microsoft® Windows® XP/Vista/7/8/10
Communications
USB 2.0 (Standard USB A to Micro
USB B)
Configuration
Configure devices one at a time
Specifications
Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C.
PDW30 & PDW90 Repeater Field Unit Instruction Manual
Caution: Read complete instructions
prior to installation and operation of the
device.
Warning: Read all product labels
completely and follow all instructions
and requirements listed on the labels
for installation or service.
Warning!
Installation and service should be performed only by trained service personnel. Service requiring replacement of internal components must be performed at the factory.
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Safety Information
Installation
All pushbuttons and wiring connectors are accessed by opening the enclosure. To access electrical connectors, remove the 2 captive screws and remove the display assembly. Pushbuttons may
also be accessed using the magnet assembly if reed switches are installed.
Unpacking
Remove both units from box. Inspect the packaging and contents for damage. Report damages, if
any, to the carrier. If any part is missing or the unit malfunctions, please contact your supplier or
the factory for assistance.
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Pre-Installed Conduit Plug
The PDW30R is supplied with one pre-installed optional conduit plug for installations that do not require
the use of both conduit entries. The conduit plug includes an internal hexagonal socket recess for removal.
Mounting Instructions
The PDW30R has two mounting holes that may be used for a 1.5” pipe mounting or wall mounting. Alternatively, the unit may be supported by the conduit using the conduit holes provided.
It can also be mounted by using the PDA6963 mounting bracket in order to orient the device antenna
away from the pipe. Refer to Mounting Dimensions on page 15 for details on wall or panel space requirements.
Cover Jam Screw
The cover jam screw should be properly installed once the unit has been wired and tested in a safe environment. The cover jam screw is intended to prevent the removal of the device cover while in operation
without the use of tools. Using a M2 hex wrench, turn the screw clockwise until the screw contacts the device. Turn the screw an additional 1/4 to 1/2 turn to secure the cover.
Caution: Excess torque may damage the threads and/or wrench.
FCC Notice
Contains FCC ID: MCQ-XB900HP
The enclosed device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (i.) this device may not cause harmful interference and (ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT
The RF module has been certified for remote and base radio applications. If the module will be used for
portable applications, the device must undergo SAR testing. This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna, Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect equipment and receiver to outlets on different circuits,
or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canada (IC) Notice
Contains Model: XB900HP, IC: 1846A-XB900HP
Integrator is responsible for its product to comply with IC ICES-003 & FCC Part 15, Sub. B - Unintentional
Radiators. ICES-003 is the same as FCC Part 15 Sub. B and Industry Canada accepts FCC test report or
CISPR 22 test report for compliance with ICES-003.
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Warning!
• Static electricity can damage sensitive components.
• Observe safe handling precautions for static-sensitive components.
• Use proper grounding procedures/codes.
• Observe all safety regulations. Electrical wiring should be performed in ac-
cordance with all agency requirements and applicable national, state, and local codes to prevent damage to the device and ensure personnel safety.
Wireless
Module
Figure 2. Power Connections
Connections
To access the power connector, remove the enclosure cover and unscrew the two captive stainless steel
screws. Remove the electronics assembly from the enclosure. The power connection is made to a twoterminal removable connector on the back of the assembly. Grounding connections are made to the two
ground screws provided on the base – one internal and one external.
Figure 1 below shows the locations of screw terminal blocks on the rear of the wireless unit assembly.
Note: Digital I/O, Modbus, and Signal connections are not used with the repeater unit.
Figure 1. PDW30 Device Assembly, Rear View
Power Connector
Power connections are made to a two-terminal connector labeled POWER in Figure 1. The PDW30 is reverse polarity
protected; it will not be damaged if wired backward.
Make sure that the power supply can provide between 12 and
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Button
Description
Display
Status
Menu
Enter or exit the device menu
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indicator
Indicates the wireless signal strength between wireless devices on a scale of 1 to
10. If the repeater is used in a PDW90
installation, this value represents the signal strength between the base station
and the repeater. If the repeater is used
in a PDW30 installation, this value represents the signal strength between the
primary unit and the repeater.
Enter
Select a menu item
of option
Previous
Cycle backward
through menus or increment digit
RT
Receiving/Transmitting
Flashes while the devices are sending
and/or receiving data
Next
Cycle forward
through menus or select next digit
REP
Repeater
Indicates that the device is a repeater
unit. This distinction is fixed and cannot
be changed.
Setup and Programming
Overview
Setup and programming is done through the programming buttons located underneath the enclosure
cover. After power connection has been completed and verified, apply power to the device.
Programming Buttons
The units can be programmed using the buttons located behind the enclosure cover. Use the menu but-
ton to enter or exit programming mode, the next button to cycle forward through menu options, the previ-ous button to cycle backward through menu options, and the enter button to select the menu item or op-
tion you want.
During number entry, use the next button to select a digit and the previous button to increment the se-
lected digit.
Press the display button while in run mode to show the current analog and digital inputs and outputs.
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PDW Manager Software
The unit can also be programmed using the PC based PDW Manager. Units connect to a PC via the mi-
cro USB connection on their face, underneath the enclosure cover.
Use of PDW Manager is required for programming advanced settings such as wireless encryption.
Note: Units must be powered externally prior to programming via USB.
Instructions on the use of PDW Manager to program the PDW30 wireless units can be found under Programming with PDW Manager on page 13.
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REP RSSI 10 RT
NOW: 01
NETWORK ID
SETUP
PASSWORD
DEFAULTS
RESTORE
Run Mode
SET: 01
NETWORK ID
increments selected digit.
selects next digit to the right.
NOW: 0000
PASSWORD (0=OFF)
SETUP MENU
BACK TO
SET: 0123
PASSWORD (0=OFF)
increments selected digit.
selects next digit to the right.
0000 disables the password.
NO
LOAD DEFAULTS?
YES
LOAD DEFAULTS?
Unit will load default
settings and reboots.
NOW: 01
NETWORK ID
SET: 01
NETWORK ID
SET: 11
NETWORK ID
SET: 11
NETWORK ID
SET: 12
NETWORK ID
Access
edit mode
Increment
selected digit
Select the
next digit
Increment
selected digit
Accept
new value
NOW: 01
NETWORK ID
SET: 01
NETWORK ID
increments selected digit.
selects next digit to the rig ht.
Setup Menu
The setup menu consists of network ID, password, and factory defaults restoration.
Numeric values are set using the next and previous buttons. Press next to select next digit and previous
to increment digit value.
The selected digit will flash.
Press the enter button, at any time, to accept the value or the menu button to exit without saving.
The network ID determines with which wireless devices the repeater will connect. The repeater unit must
share the same network ID as the other wireless devices in order to communicate with them.
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Did you forget the password?
The password may be disabled by entering a master
password. If you are authorized to make changes, enter
the master password 7300 to unlock the device.
SETUP
PASSWORD
NOW: 0000
PASSWORD (0=OFF)
SETUP MENU
BACK TO
SET: 0123
PASSWORD (0=OFF)
increments selected digit.
selects next digit to the right.
0000 disables the password.
LINK OK
PRI RSSI 10 RT
0000
ENTER PASSWORD
Run Mode
ACCESS GRANTED
increments selected digit.
selects next digit to the right.
TRY AGAIN
ENTER PASSWORD
1 S ec
If Incorrect
DEFAULTS
RESTORE
NO
LOAD DEFAULTS?
YES
LOAD DEFAULTS?
Unit will load default
settings and reboot.
Password Setup
Both the primary and secondary wireless units may be protected with a four-digit numeric password in order to prevent unauthorized tampering. When a password has been set, you will be prompted to enter
that password in order to access the device menu.
To disable password protection, simply enter 0000 as the password.
Note: See Entering Numeric Values on page 11 for instructions on how to enter numbers
Making Changes to a Password Protected Repeater
Once a password has been set on the device, you will be required to enter that password before being
allowed to access the device menu.
Note: Setting a password will require you to enter the password to access the device settings via the PC
software as well.
Restore Defaults
If a mistake has been made while programming the primary or secondary device, and it is unclear where
the error occurred, the best option may be to perform a factory reset of the device and begin again.
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Programming with PDW Manager
PDW Manager allows you to program the PDW30R wireless repeater unit from a PC with a USB connection. The unit connects to a PC via the micro USB connection on its face, underneath the enclosure
cover. Use of PDW Manager is required for programming advanced settings such as wireless encryption.
Once the software is running, power the unit using a 12/24 VDC power supply and connect the device to
the PC using the provided USB cable.
The PC will automatically install the appropriate device drivers. Once this has completed, the device will
appear in the Device list at the top of the PDW Manager window. Click Connect.
The image below shows the available options on the configuration tab while the repeater unit is con-
nected.
Note: The two calibration tabs and the IO Testing tab are not applicable to the repeater unit.