GE MDS 4710M User manual

MDS™ Master Station
Modular Communications Platform
MDS 05-6399A01, Rev E
AUGUST 2015
Firmware Version 3 1 0 and higher
Technical Manual

Quick-Start instructions for this product are contained in publication 05-6398A01.
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IMPORTANT
This manual describes the details, installation, configuration and operation of the
MDS™ Master Station. It does not cover the description or configuration of features and
settings common to the MDS Orbit family of products. For full information on config-
uring the parts of the system that are not directly related to SD networking or the
MDS™ Master Station, please reference the MDS Orbit MCR Technical Manual
(p/n: 05-6632A01). The MDS™ Master Station manual is designed to be used in paral-
lel with the MCR Technical Manual, and as such does NOT cover information already
described in that manual.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................9
1.1 Organization of Manual............................................................................................9
Related Publications...........................................................................................10
2.0 KEY PRODUCT FEATURES.............................................................................11
2.1 Accessories and Spare Items................................................................................12
2.2 Technical Specifications ........................................................................................14
2.3 FCC Emission Designators: How to Find Them.....................................................15
2.4 Front Panel............................................................................................................16
2.5 Rear Antenna Connections....................................................................................17
3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING..............................................................................18
3.1 Applications ...........................................................................................................19
Repeater and Polling Remote Operation............................................................19
Simplex and Switched Carrier Operation............................................................19
3.2 Network Management............................................................................................19
Network-Wide Diagnostics .................................................................................19
Network Management Using PulseNET.............................................................19
3.3 Redundant versus Non-redundant Operation........................................................20
3.4 Antennas and Feedlines........................................................................................20
Antennas ............................................................................................................20
Feedlines............................................................................................................20
3.5 Grounding Considerations.....................................................................................21
3.6 Data Interface Connections ...................................................................................22
Ethernet Data Interface (RJ-45)..........................................................................22
Serial Data Interfaces.........................................................................................22
Serial Data Connection.......................................................................................22
Mini USB ............................................................................................................23
Alarm Output and 4-Wire Audio..........................................................................23
4.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES.......................................................................24
4.1 Unpacking and Inspection......................................................................................24
4.2 Installation Steps ...................................................................................................24
Initial Startup & Operation ..................................................................................27
Module LED Indicators.......................................................................................28
Normal Indications..............................................................................................28
Maximizing RSSI................................................................................................29
5.0 DEVICE MANAGEMENT...................................................................................30

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5.1 Pre-Configured Settings.........................................................................................30
5.2 One-Time “Recovery” Passwords..........................................................................30
One-Time Passwords: How They Work..............................................................30
Creating a One-Time Password .........................................................................31
Logging in With a One-Time Password..............................................................31
Deleting a One-Time Password..........................................................................31
5.3 Configuration via Command Line (CLI)..................................................................32
Tab Completion Feature.....................................................................................32
CLI Quick Reference Table ................................................................................32
5.4 Interface Naming ...................................................................................................34
5.5 Configuration via the Device Manager...................................................................34
General Configuration ........................................................................................34
5.6 Interface Configuration ..........................................................................................36
Understanding....................................................................................................36
Configuring.........................................................................................................36
5.7 LAN........................................................................................................................39
Understanding....................................................................................................39
Configuring.........................................................................................................39
5.8 Bridging..................................................................................................................42
Understanding....................................................................................................42
Configuring.........................................................................................................42
5.9 SDMS Interface .....................................................................................................42
Understanding....................................................................................................42
General...............................................................................................................45
Configuration......................................................................................................45
General...............................................................................................................46
Dlink ...................................................................................................................50
MAC Settings......................................................................................................51
IP Payload..........................................................................................................53
IPv4....................................................................................................................57
Firewall Filter......................................................................................................58
VLAN..................................................................................................................58
NAT....................................................................................................................59
Advanced ...........................................................................................................60
Audio..................................................................................................................63
Enabled Alarms..................................................................................................64
RTU Simulator....................................................................................................64
Remote SD Reprogramming ..............................................................................64

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Force Alarm........................................................................................................64
Link Test.............................................................................................................65
Perform Failover.................................................................................................66
Remote Management Command........................................................................66
Remote SD Firmware.........................................................................................67
RF Key Test........................................................................................................67
Spectrum Analyzer.............................................................................................67
Remote SD Reprogramming ..............................................................................68
Monitoring...........................................................................................................71
Statistics.............................................................................................................71
Performance.......................................................................................................73
IPv4 / IPv6..........................................................................................................73
5.10 SD-x/0/0 Interfaces................................................................................................73
General...............................................................................................................73
Statistics.............................................................................................................74
6.0 MASTER STATION MODULES.........................................................................78
6.1 AC Power Supply Module......................................................................................78
6.2 DC Power Supply Module......................................................................................79
6.3 Platform Manager Module......................................................................................80
Platform Manager LED Indicators.......................................................................81
Ethernet Interfaces.............................................................................................81
COM1 Interface..................................................................................................82
COM2 Interface..................................................................................................82
Mini USB Interface..............................................................................................84
WiFi Antenna Interface (Optional) ......................................................................85
GPS Antenna Interface (Optional)......................................................................85
6.4 SD Master Radio Modules.....................................................................................85
SD Master Radio Module LED Indicators...........................................................85
SD Master Radio Module RF Interface...............................................................86
SDM9 Radio Module – 900MHz.........................................................................86
SDM4 Radio Module - 400 MHz.........................................................................86
6.5 Alarm and Alarm/Relay Modules ...........................................................................87
Alarm Module LEDs............................................................................................88
Alarm/Audio Interface.........................................................................................88
Alarm/Relay Toggle Switch (6847 Only).............................................................89
Alarm/Relay RF Connections (6847 Only)..........................................................89
6.6 Duplexer Tray........................................................................................................90
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................91

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7.1 Interpreting Module LEDs......................................................................................91
Normal Operation...............................................................................................91
Exception and Alarm States ...............................................................................92
7.2 Redundant Units....................................................................................................93
7.3 Technical Assistance.............................................................................................93
7.4 Replacing Modules ................................................................................................93
Power Supply Modules.......................................................................................93
Peripheral Modules – including Platform Manager, Radio, Alarm, and Alarm Relay
Modules..............................................................................................................94
Hot Swap Redundant Modules...........................................................................94
Internal Duplexer Tray........................................................................................95
MDS SDM4—400 MHz Notch-Type Duplexers..................................................95
MDS SDM9—Bandpass-Type Duplexers...........................................................96
7.5 Testing and Removing an Internal Duplexer..........................................................96
Testing................................................................................................................96
Removing the Internal Duplexer.........................................................................97
8.0 TECHNICAL REFERENCE DATA...................................................................100
8.1 RF Propagation Planning.....................................................................................100
Fresnel Zone Clearance...................................................................................100
Formulas for System Planning..........................................................................101
8.2 dBm-Volts-Watts Conversion Chart.....................................................................103
9.0 GLOSSARY OF TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS................................................104

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Copyright Notice
This Technical Manual and all software described herein are protected by copyright: 2015 GE
MDS. All rights reserved.
GE MDS reserves its right to correct any errors and omissions in this publication.
Safety words and definitions
The following symbols used in this document indicate the following conditions:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
Indicates practices not related to personal injury.
Indicates general information and practices, including operational infor-
mation and practices that are not related to personal injury.
Installation & Servicing Precautions
The unit is provided for professional installation only, and utilizes a spe-
cialized antenna connector to restrict the types of antenna connections that
may be made. The integrator of this device is responsible for compliance with all applicable lim-
its on radiated RF power, and the RF power output may need to be adjusted to maintain compli-
ance, depending on the gain of the antenna system.
All power supply main connections and disconnections must be made by a qualified electrical
installer.
When servicing energized equipment, be sure to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE). During internal service, situations could arise where objects accidentally contact or short
circuit components and the appropriate PPE would alleviate or decrease the severity of potential
injury. When servicing radios, all workplace regulations and other applicable standards for live
electrical work should be followed to ensure personal safety.
Operational Safety Notices
The radio equipment described in this guide uses radio frequency transmitters.
Although the power level is low, the concentrated energy from a directional an-
tenna may pose a health hazard. Do not allow people to come in close proximity
to the front of the antenna when the transmitter is operating. More information
on RF exposure can be found online at the following website:
www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins
This manual is intended to guide a professional installer to install, operate, and perform basic
system maintenance on the described radio.

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The RF safety distance is calculated based on each product type’s highest output power
configuration with no duplexer, redundant switching, or cable losses.
Table 1-1 Antenna Gain vs. Minimum RF Safety Distance
Antenna Gain
0–5 dBi 5–10 dBi 10–16.5 dBi
Safety Distance
SDM4 variant - FCC
1.09 meters 1.95 meters 4.11 meters
Safety Distance
SDM4 variant – IC 1.43 meters 2.54 meters 5.37 meters
Safety Distance
SDM9 variant – FCC
0.99 meters 1.76 meters 3.73 meters
Safety Distance
SDM9 variant - IC
1.29 meters
2.30 meters 4.87 meters
Safety Distance
(other models):
Consult factory prior to operation.
Not all frequency models available. Consult factory for available models.
Antennas with gain greater than 16dBi have not been authorized for use with the EUT; and (b)
installation of the EUT into portable applications with respect to RF compliance will require
SAR testing and Regulatory approval.
CSA Notice
Units (Both AC and DC supply versions) are permanently connected to
Protective Earth, via ground stud on the unit enclosure back, where the final
installation is subject to acceptance of CSA International or the local inspection authority having
jurisdiction. Conditions of Acceptability:
1. The equipment shall be installed indoors in a restricted access location.
2. Installation of the equipment and its modules shall be conducted by
trained personnel in accordance with the electrical code.
3. This equipment is movable, Class I (earthed), pluggable Type A, using
detachable power cords, intended for use on TN or TT power system
for the AC power option.
4. The DC power option shall be connected to an approved power source
with adequate protection, isolated from the mains by reinforced insu-
lation.