User's Manual Part 1

TDL 450i Intergrator’s Guide 8
Introduction
This guide provides information concerning the integration of the TDL 450i radio modem transceiver into
your product (Model Numbers XDLM-0, XDLM-1 and XDLM-2). This guide should be used in conjunction
with the XDLCONF User’s Guide – Dealer Version that should be referenced for general information
concerning the configuration of TDL 450i modems, and also for detailed programming information.
The TDL 450i is a general-purpose radio modem transceiver that is compatible with TRIMMARK radios,
the Advanced Data Link (ADL) and the Positioning Data Link (PDL) product families of radio modems. The
TDL 450i transceiver is designed specifically for integration into existing or new products. Its small size,
light weight and power efficient operation provide superior performance in embedded systems.
Getting Started
Caution: TDL 450i transceiver must be handled with care during installation. Remove the transceiver from its
protective bag only in an ESD safe area.
To set up the hardware components, follow these steps:
1. Plug the TDL 450i transceiver into an I/O-test board’s 20-pin connector
2. Attach an antenna cable to the TDL 450i transceiver
3. Attach a PC interface cable to a 9-pin UART connector on the I/O-test board
4. Attach the PC interface cable to a serial port on your PC
5. Attach a wall cable to the AC/DC adapter and select the proper plug from the adapter kit
6. Attach the AD/DC adapter’s tubular plug to the power jack on the I/O-test board
7. Plug in an XDLCONF or XDLCONF (Dealer’s Version) USB key on your PC
8. Download and install the latest Sentinel driver for the USB key from http://www.safenet-inc.
com/support/tech/latestdriver.asp
9. Launch XDLCONF and refer to its user guide for instructions on connecting to the TDL 450i
transceiver