User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1.0 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
- 2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Multiple Address Systems (MAS)
- Point-to-Point System
- Adding a Tail-End Link to an Existing Network
- Extending a TransNET Network with a Repeater
- 3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING
- Terrain and Signal Strength
- Conducting a Site Survey
- Antennas
- Feedlines
- Antenna System Ground
- 4.0 INSTALLATION
- 4.1 Transceiver Installation
- a. Set the Mode using the MODE M (Master), MODE R (Remote), or MODE X (Extension) command. (Note: There can be only one Master r...
- b. Set a unique Network Address (1-65000) using ADDR command. Each radio in the system must have the same network address. Tip: Use the last four digits of the Master’s serial number to help avoid conflicts with other users.
- c. Set the baud rate/data interface parameters. Default setting is 9600 bps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. If changes are ...
- 4.2 Configuring Multiple Remote Units
- 4.3 Tail-End Links
- 4.4 Configuring a Network for Extensions
- 4.1 Transceiver Installation
- 5.0 OPERATION
- Antenna Aiming
- Antenna SWR Check
- Data Buffer Setting-Modbus Protocol
- Hoptime Setting
- TotalFlow™ Protocol at 9600 with Sleep Mode
- Operation at 115200 bps
- Baud Rate Setting
- Radio Interference Checks
- 6.0 RADIO PROGRAMMING
- Terminal Interface
- PC-Based Configuration Tool
- Entering Commands
- ADDR [1-65000]
- AMASK [0000 0000-FFFF FFFF]
- AT [ON, OFF]
- ASENSE [HI/LO]
- BAUD [xxxxx abc]
- BAND [A, B, C]
- BUFF [ON, OFF]
- CODE [NONE, 1…255]
- CSADDR [1-65000, NONE]
- CTS [0-255]
- CTSHOLD [0-60000]
- DEVICE [DCE, CTS KEY]
- DLINK [xxxxx/ON/OFF]
- DKEY
- DTYPE [NODE/ROOT]
- FEC [ON, OFF]
- HOPTIME [7, 14, 28]
- INIT
- HREV
- KEY
- LED [ON, OFF]
- LPM [1, 0]
- LPMHOLD [0-1000]
- MODE [M, R, X]
- MRSSI [NONE, -40...-90]
- OT [ON, OFF]
- OWM [xxxxx]
- OWN [xxxxx]
- PORT [RS232, RS485]
- PWR [20-30]
- REPEAT [0-10]
- RETRY [0-10]
- RSSI
- RTU [ON, OFF, 0-80]
- RX [xxxx]
- RXD [0-235] / [ON/OFF]
- RXTOT [NONE, 0-1440]
- SAF [ON, OFF]
- SETUP
- SER
- SHOW CON
- SHOW PWR
- SHOW SYNC
- SKIP [NONE, 1...8]
- SLEEP [ON, OFF]
- SREV
- STAT
- TEMP
- TX [xxxx]
- UNIT [10000-65000]
- XADDR [0-31]
- XMAP [00000000-FFFFFFFF]
- XPRI [0-31]
- XRSSI [NONE, -40...-120]
- ZONE CLEAR
- ZONE DATA
- 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
- Checking for Alarms-STAT command
- Major Alarms versus Minor Alarms
- Alarm Code Definitions
- 8.0 RADIO FIRMWARE UPGRADES
- Saving a Web-Site Firmware File Onto Your PC
- 9.0 OPERATING PRINCIPLES AND CONFIGURATION
- Simple Extended SAF Network
- Extended SAF Network
- Retransmission and ARQ Operation
- SAF Configuration Example
- 1. Mode X and M Radios-Can have direct reports (Mode R radios) outside of the chain.
- 2. Data (Payload)-Travels from Master to Remote, and back from Remote to Master.
- 3. Mode X and R Radios-Extension links can be protected by mapping one or more fall-back paths in case of a failure. Add seconda...
- 9.2 Synchronizing Network Units
- Synchronization Messages
- Sleep Mode Example
- Setup Commands
- Reading RSSI and Other Parameters with LPM Enabled
- Power Consumption Influence by HOPTIME and SAF Settings
- Introduction
- Operational Influences-Hoptime & SAF
- Master Station Configuration
- Antenna System for Co-Located Master Stations
- 10.0 TECHNICAL REFERENCE
- 10.1 Product Specifications-900 MHz
- 10.2 Product Specifications-2.4 GHz
- 10.3 Diagnostic Interface Connections (RJ-11)
- 10.4 Data Interface Connections (DB-9F)
- Pin Descriptions-RS/EIA-232 Mode
- Pin Descriptions-RS/EIA-422/485 Mode
- Using the I/O Points with InSite™ NMS Software
- Application Example-Digital Input and Output at a Remote
MDS 05-2708A01, Rev. D MDS TransNET I&O Guide 5
2.5 Accessories
The transceiver can be used with one or more of the accessories listed in
Table 1. Contact the factory for ordering details.
Table 1. Accessories
Accessory Description MDS Part No.
AC Power
Adapter
Small power supply module designed for con-
tinuous service. UL approved.
Input: 120/220 Vac
Output: 12 Vdc @ 500 mA (20 Watts)
01-3682A02
2-Pin DC Power
Plug
Mates with power connector on the transceiver.
Screw terminals are provided for wires.
73-1194A39
Fuse (Internal) Fuse, 2A SMF Slo-Blo 29-1784A03
Omnidirectional
Antennas
Rugged antennas suited for use at Master
stations. Consult MDS for details.
Various;
Consult factory
900 MHz
Yagi Antennas
Rugged directional antennas suited for use at
Remote stations. Consult MDS for details.
Various;
Consult factory
2400 MHz
Antennas
Rugged directional antennas suited for use at
Remote stations.
Various;
Consult factory
900 MHz
Bandpass Filter
Antenna system filter to aid in eliminating inter-
ference from paging system transmissions.
20-2822A02
TNC-to-N
Adapter Cable
(3 ft./1 meter)
Coaxial cable used to connect the radio’s TNC
antenna connector to a Type-N style commonly
used on large-diameter coaxial cables.
97-1677A159
TNC-to-N
Adapter Cable
(6 ft./1.8 meter)
Coaxial cable used to connect the radio’s TNC
antenna connector to a Type-N style commonly
used on large-diameter coaxial cables.
97-1677A160
TNC-to-N RF
Adaptor Plug
Adapts radio’s antenna connector to Type-N
style commonly used on large-diameter coaxial
cables.
97-1677A161
RS/EIA-232
Cable
Shielded data cable fitted with DB-9 male and
DB-9 female, 6 ft./1.8 meter.
97-1971A03
RJ-11 to DB-9
Adapter Cable
For connecting a PC terminal to the transceiver
via the radio’s DIAG(nostics) connector. Used
for programming and diagnostics.
03-3246A01
Flat-Surface
Mounting
Brackets
Brackets: 2˝ x 3˝ plates designed to be screwed
onto the bottom of the transceiver for sur-
face-mounting the radio.
82-1753-A01
Mounting
Bracket Screws
Screws: 6-32/1/4˝ with locking adhesive.
(Industry Standard MS 51957-26)
70-2620-A01
19-Inch Rail
Mounting
Brackets
Adaptor for mounting the radio in a standard
19-inch equipment rack.
Consult Factory
DIN Rail Mtg.
Brackets
Adaptor for mounting the radio in a standard
19-inch equipment rack.
03-4022A01