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2110026 Rev 2.0
December 1999
Welcome to the MP200 Radio Modem
The MP200 Series are a family of radio modems designed to use existing
cellular infrastructure to send and receive data. These products support
Class I (3 Watt) transmission to provide the widest possible coverage area.
A GPS Option is also available, adding a GPS receiver inside the package.
This is available as an option pre-installed at the factory. Documentation
related to GPS is covered in a separate section.
Your MP200 Series Components
All MP200 Series packages will include the following components:
MP200 radio modem.
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Power Harness.●
Sierra Wireless Product CD-ROM with this Documentation including a
3 Year Warranty.
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6 Screws with Washers.●
Mounting Template.●
Quick Start Guide.●
The MP205 and MP210 with voice capability will also include:
Telephone Handset.
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Additional accessories are available from Sierra Wireless. These include:
Serial Connector Cables (an assortment of lengths are available).
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Approved Cellular Antennas.●
GPS antennas (Magnetic or Hard Mount options).●
For details on these and other Sierra Wireless accessories contact sales or
visit our web site.
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Important Notice
Because of the nature of wireless communications, transmission and
reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted
(i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of
data are rare when wireless devices such as a MP200 Series radio modem are
used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, they should not be
used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in
damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to
personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless, Inc. accepts no
responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data
transmitted or received using a MP200 Series radio modem, or for failure of
the MP200 Series modem to transmit or receive such data.
Safety and Hazards
Do not operate the MP200 Series modem in areas where blasting is in
progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical
equipment, near life support equipment, or any equipment which may be
susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the modem
MUST BE TURNED OFF. The radio modem can transmit signals that could
interfere with this equipment.
Do not operate your MP200 Series modem in close proximity to any aircraft,
whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. Near aircraft, the radio
modem MUST BE TURNED OFF. When operating, the MP200 Series radio
modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard
systems.
The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data
device while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or
operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces,
operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an
offence.
WARNING - The FCC has developed guidelines to reduce any
possible hazard due to exposure of the human body to
electromagnetic radiation (i.e. to radio waves). This device is
approved for operation using a 3dB gain Cellular Mobile whip
antenna with at least 0.5dB cable loss, as described in the filing.
The antenna installation must provide a separation distance of
20cm (8") or more between the antenna and all persons to satisfy
MPE compliance.
WARNING - For FCC compliance only antennas meeting the
following attributes should be used:
Rated gain of 3dBd●
Collinear (coil style) design with
dimensions as shown in the illustration
at right. The antenna may be
encapsulated or open.
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Mount designed for a horizontal metal
surface of vehicle using either
magnetic or through-hole hard
mounting.
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Cable loss of more than 0.5dB.●
Regulatory Information
The equipment certifications appropriate to your device are marked on the
device and the accompanying product specific information. Where
appropriate, the use of the equipment is subject to the following conditions:
CAUTION - Unauthorized modifications or changes not
expressly approved by Sierra Wireless, Inc. could void
compliance with regulatory rules, and thereby your authority to
use this equipment.
WARNING (EMI) - United States FCC Information - This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
an appropriate 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 communication. 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help
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WARNING (EMI) - Canada - This digital apparatus does not
exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment
standard entitled "Digital Apparatus", ICES-003 of the
Department of Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits
radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de
Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur:
"Appareils Numériques", NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des
Communications.
Patents and Trademarks
Portions of this product are covered by some or all of the following US
patents: 5515013, 5617106, 5629960, 5682602, 5748449, 5845216, 5845553,
5878234, 5890057, and other patents pending.
©1998, 1999 Sierra Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does
not represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless, Inc. Sierra
Wireless, Inc. shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual.
All brand or product names, logos, trademarks, etc. mentioned in this manual
are owned by their respective companies.
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Technical Specifications
MP200 Series radio modem
Compliance: FCC Parts 15 and 22
Industry Canada RSS-128, ICES-003
Compatibility: CDPD Release 1.1
EIA/IS-19B, IS-91
EIA/TIA-553
CSC Data Rates: CSC data CCITT V.32bis 14400bps
CSC fax TIA/EIA-578 Class I or II
Voltage: Standard vehicle battery
11 - 16 Vdc (13.8 Vdc nominal)
Current: Power Reduction Mode: 25mA (typical)
CDPD:
Stand-by (Sleep): 110mA (350mA w/GPS)
Enabled (Receive): 370mA (550mA w/GPS)
Maximum Transmit: 1.7A (2.0A w/GPS)
CSC (AMPS):
Enabled (Receive): 350mA (600mA w/GPS)
Maximum Transmit: 1.7A (2.0A w/GPS)
Transmitter Power: Class I mobile
Up to 4.5 Watts ERP from device
(depending on antenna/cabling)
Host Interface: DB-9 at RS-232 level
Antenna Interface: 50 ohm TNC RF connector
GPS Antenna Interface: SMB RF connector
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temp: -30 to +70° C (restricted duty cycle)
-30 to +60° C (un-restriced duty cycle)
Storage Temp: -40 to +80° C
Humidity: 5 - 95%, non-condensing
Vibration: MIL-STD-810E,I-3.4.9.
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