Redline Communications RDL-2000 User manual

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RDL-2000
Advanced Broadband Wireless
Infrastructure Solutions
User Manual

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warranty. Additionally, Redline makes no representations or warranties, either expressed
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1Important Safety & Service Notices ......................................6
1.1 Safety Warnings.................................................................................................6
1.2 Warning Symbols...............................................................................................6
1.3 Service & Warranty Information........................................................................7
1.4 Lightning Protection..........................................................................................7
1.5 FCC and IC Notices (USA & Canada)................................................................8
1.6 UL Information ...................................................................................................9
1.7 Product Information...........................................................................................9
2System Overview..................................................................10
2.1 Ethernet Ports..................................................................................................11
2.2 Indoor PoE Power Adapter..............................................................................12
2.3 Ground Connection.........................................................................................13
2.4 Mounting Brackets...........................................................................................13
2.5 RF Ports............................................................................................................13
2.5.1 RF Cable Connections....................................................................................14
2.6 Antenna Alignment..........................................................................................14
3Link Manager ........................................................................15
3.1 Link Manager Overview...................................................................................15
3.1.1 Installing the Link Manager Application...........................................................15
3.1.2 Connecting Locally..........................................................................................15
3.1.3 Connecting Through a Gateway......................................................................16
3.2 Menu Commands.............................................................................................16
3.2.1 File Menu........................................................................................................16
3.2.2 View Menu......................................................................................................16
3.2.3 Action Menu....................................................................................................17
Unit List.....................................................................................................17
Controls.....................................................................................................17
Login Settings ...........................................................................................17
3.2.4 Tools Menu.....................................................................................................18
Adapter List...............................................................................................18
3.2.5 Help Menu ......................................................................................................18
3.2.6 Login Bar ........................................................................................................18
3.2.7 Toolbar............................................................................................................19
3.2.8 Unit Status Bar................................................................................................20
3.3 System Menu....................................................................................................21
3.4 Installation Screen - Basic ..............................................................................22

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3.5 Advanced Screen.............................................................................................24
General Configuration...............................................................................24
Ethernet Configuration ..............................................................................25
Power Control (ATPC)...............................................................................26
TX Power Configuration ............................................................................26
Regulation.................................................................................................27
Fixed Frame Mode....................................................................................27
3.6 Link Configuration Screen ..............................................................................28
Master Parameters....................................................................................29
Channel Parameters .................................................................................29
Current Rate..............................................................................................30
3.7 Software Screen...............................................................................................31
3.8 Firmware Screen..............................................................................................32
Firmware:..................................................................................................32
Target Bank:..............................................................................................32
Boot Control Block.....................................................................................32
Upload Procedure.....................................................................................33
3.9 License Screen ................................................................................................34
License File Upload Procedure..................................................................34
3.10 Spectrum Sweep..............................................................................................35
3.11 Tests.................................................................................................................36
Using the Throughput Test........................................................................36
3.12 Ping...................................................................................................................37
Configuration.............................................................................................37
Results......................................................................................................37
3.13 Debug ...............................................................................................................38
Debug Counters........................................................................................38
Tx..............................................................................................................38
Rx .............................................................................................................39
Tx Power Control ......................................................................................39
Utility Variables .........................................................................................39
Reset Logger.............................................................................................39
4Troubleshooting ...................................................................40
4.1 Reset Text Messages.......................................................................................40
4.2 Reset Causes...................................................................................................40
4.3 Recovering From a Lost IP Address...............................................................41
5CLI Interface..........................................................................42
5.1 CLI Command Summary .................................................................................42

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5.2 Starting a Telnet Session ................................................................................43
5.3 Login Procedure ..............................................................................................43
5.4 Telnet Commands............................................................................................43
6Reference Information..........................................................48
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Notices: FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances....................8
Table 2: System - Ethernet Port Wiring..........................................................................11
Table 3: System - PoE Ports .........................................................................................12
Table 4: System - Maximum TX Power Settings (dBm) .................................................26
Table 5: Maintenance - Reset Text................................................................................40
Table 6: Maintenance - Causes of System Reboot........................................................40
Table 7: Maintenance - Recovery from System Lockout................................................41
Table 8: CLI -Command Summary................................................................................42
Table 9: CLI - Command Summary...............................................................................43
Table 10: Reference - RDL-2000 Technical Specifications............................................48
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: System - RDL-2000 System Components ......................................................10
Figure 2: System - RDL-2000 Ethernet Ports.................................................................11
Figure 3: System - PoE Power Adaptor.........................................................................12
Figure 4: System - RDL-2000 RF Ports.........................................................................13
Figure 5: System - RF Jumper Cable ............................................................................14
Figure 6: Link Mgr - Save Configuration Example..........................................................16
Figure 7: Link Mgr - Select Ethernet Adapter and Default Gateway...............................17
Figure 8: Link Mgr - Select Ethernet Adapter and Default Gateway...............................18
Figure 9: Link Mgr - Login Toolbar.................................................................................18
Figure 10: Link Mgr - Main Toolbar................................................................................19
Figure 11: Link Mgr - Status Toolbar .............................................................................20
Figure 12: Link Mgr - Screen Menu ...............................................................................21
Figure 13: Link Mgr - Basic Installation Screen - Master................................................22
Figure 14: Link Mgr - Basic Installation Screen - Slave..................................................22
Figure 15: Link Mgr - Advanced Installation Screen - Master.........................................24
Figure 16: Link Mgr - Advanced Installation Screen - Slave...........................................24
Figure 17: Link Mgr - Link Configuration Screen - Master..............................................28
Figure 18: Link Mgr - Link Configuration Screen - Slave................................................28
Figure 19: Link Mgr - IIS (Intelligent Interference Sensing) Function..............................29
Figure 20: Link Mgr - Software Screen ..........................................................................31
Figure 21: Link Mgr - Firmware Screen..........................................................................32
Figure 22: Link Mgr - License Screen............................................................................34
Figure 23: Link Mgr - Spectrum Sweep Screen .............................................................35
Figure 24: Link Mgr - Tests Screen - Throughput test....................................................36
Figure 25: Link Mgr - Tests Screen - Ping Test..............................................................37
Figure 26: Link Mgr - Debug Screen..............................................................................38
Figure 27: Link Mgr - Debug Screen Throughput Graph................................................38

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Chapter
1
1Important Safety & Service
Notices
1.1 Safety Warnings
1. PoE power adapter for RDL-2000:
Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC
Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be connected
only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.
Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the unit can be safely
connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER OUT) connector. Connecting customer
premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER OUT)
connector on the Power-over-Ethernet power adapter may damage customer
equipment.
2. Installation of the system must be contracted to a professional installer.
3. The installer and operator are responsible for ensuring that the system is used
exclusively for fixed, point-to point operations.
4. Read this user manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.
5. Keep all product information for future reference.
6. The power requirements are indicated on the product-marking label. Do not exceed
the described limits.
7. Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
8. Disconnect power when unit is stored for long periods.
9. The unit must not be located near power lines or other electrical power circuits.
10. The system must be properly grounded to protect against power surges and
accumulated static electricity. It is the user‟s responsibility to install this device in
accordance with the local electrical codes: correct installation procedures for
grounding the unit, mast, lead-in wire and discharge unit, location of discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors and connection requirements for grounding electrodes.
1.2 Warning Symbols
The following symbols may be encountered during installation or troubleshooting. These
warning symbols mean danger. Bodily injury may result if you are not aware of the safety
hazards involved in working with electrical equipment and radio transmitters. Familiarize
yourself with standard safety practices before continuing.
Electro-Magnetic Radiation
High Voltage

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1.3 Service & Warranty Information
1. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify
any part of this device, as this action will void the warranty.
2. Locate the serial numbers and record these on your registration card for future
reference. Use the space below to affix serial number stickers. Also, record the MAC
address identified on the unit product label.
3. Redline does not endorse or support the use of outdoor cable assemblies: i) not
supplied by Redline, ii) third-party products that do not meet Redline's cable and
connector assembly specifications, or iii) cables not installed and weatherproofed as
specified in the Installation Guidelines manual (70-00073-01-XX). Refer to the
Redline Limited Standard Warranty and RedCare service agreements.
1.4 Lightning Protection
WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system. The
wireless equipment should be installed by a qualified professional installer who is
knowledgeable of and follows local and national codes for electrical grounding and
safety. Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use of non-standard practices and
procedures could result in personal injury and damage to equipment.
All outdoor wireless equipment is susceptible to lightning damage from a direct hit or
induced current from a near strike. A direct lightning strike may cause serious damage
even if these guidelines are followed. Lightning protection and grounding practices in
local and national electrical codes serve to minimize equipment damage, service
outages, and serious injury. Reasons for lightning damage are summarized as:
a) Poorly grounded antenna sites that can conduct high lightning strike energy into
equipment.
b) Lack of properly installed lightning protection equipment can cause equipment
failures from lightning induced currents.
A lighting protection system provides a means by which the energy may enter earth
without passing through and damaging parts of a structure. A lightning protection system
does not prevent lightning from striking, and instead provides a means for preventing
damage to equipment by providing a low resistance path for the discharge of energy to
travel safely to ground. Improperly grounded connections are also a source of noise that
can cause sensitive equipment to malfunction.
A good grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a lightning strike
away from the building and equipment. The remaining energy on the Ethernet cable
shield and conductors can be directed safely to ground by installing a lightning arrestor
in series with the cable.
If you have determined that it is appropriate to install lightning protection for your system,
the following general industry practices are provided as a guideline only:
1. The AC wall outlet ground for the indoor POE adapter should be connected to the
building grounding system.
2. Install a lightning arrestor in series with the Ethernet cable at the point of entry to the
building. The grounding wire should be connected to the same termination point
used for the tower or mast.
3. Install a lightning arrestor in series with the Ethernet cable as close to the outdoors
unit as practical. The grounding wire should be connected to the same termination
point used for the tower or mast.

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4. Provide direct grounding from the unit, the mounting bracket, the antenna, and the
Ethernet cable surge protection to the same ground bus on the building. Use the
grounding screws provided for terminating the ground wires.
1.5 FCC and IC Notices (USA & Canada)
1. The Model RDL-2000 and its antenna must be professionally installed.
2. WARNING -- FCC & IC RF Exposure Warnings
To satisfy FCC and IC RF exposure requirements for RF transmitting devices, the
following distances should be maintained between the antenna of this device and
persons during device operation:
Table 1: Notices: FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances
Frequency (GHz)
Mode
Separation Distance
5.4 Band
PTP
40 cm (16 in) or more
5.8 Band
PTP
354 cm (140 in) or more
To ensure compliance, operation at closer than these distances is not
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be collocated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
3. High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of
5.650 - 5.850 GHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-
LAN devices.
4. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.105:
NOTE: 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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Where DFS is required by regional regulations, this function is permanently enabled
at the factory and can not be disabled by the installer or end-user.
5. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.21:
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Redline
Communications could void the user‟s authority to operate the equipment.

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1.6 UL Information
1. The suitability of the supplied Ethernet cable is subject to the approval of Authority
Having Jurisdiction and must comply with the local electrical code.
2. The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local
safety code and building code requirements
3. To meet the over-voltage safety requirements on the telecommunications cables, a
minimum 26 AWG telecommunication line cord must be used.
4. "Pour être en conformance avec les exigences finies de sûreté de sur-tension sur les
câbles de télécommunications un fil de télécommunication ayant un calibre minimum
de 26 AWG doit être utilisé."
5. Reminder to all the BWA system installers: Attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as is practical.
6. RDL-2000 must be installed in compliance with relevant articles in National Electrical
Code-NEC (and equivalent Canadian Code-CEC) including referenced articles 725,
800 and 810 in NEC.
7. RF coaxial cable connecting an antenna to the RDL-2000 must comply with the local
electrical code.
1.7 Product Information
Use the following table to record important system information:
Product Information
RDL-2000 SN: MAC Address
PoE SN: Model #:
Antenna Model No.: Antenna SN:
Serial Number Stickers

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Chapter
2
2System Overview
The RDL-2000 is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge for use in a
commercial, industrial, business, or government environment. The system includes a 5.4
- 5.8 GHz radio using a time division duplexing (TDD) RF transceiver to transmit and
receive on the same channel.
Figure 1: System - RDL-2000 System Components
The all-outdoor radio is housed in a weatherproof aluminum alloy case and can be used
with external flat panel or parabolic antennas. When equipped with a narrow beam
antenna the RDL-2000 supports long-range operations in clear line of sight (LOS)
conditions. An indoor PoE power adapter provides operational power for the RDL-2000
and connectivity to the local Ethernet network using a standard outdoor approved
Ethernet cable.
For each PTP link, one RDL-2000 is configured as Master Unit (MU) and controls the
wireless link. This function is transparent to all Ethernet operations. The Master uses a
scheduled request/grant mechanism to arbitrate bandwidth requests from the remote
Slave Unit (SU) to provide non contention based traffic with predictable transmission
characteristics. A unique identifier (MU ID) can be specified to ensure wireless links are
established only between designated pairs of RDL-2000 units. Encryption can be
enabled for secure data transmission over the air.

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2.1 Ethernet Ports
The RDL-2000 has two Ethernet ports (female RJ-45 connectors) to receive DC power
from the PoE and exchange data with the local Ethernet network. Connection for the
Ethernet port to the PoE Adapter is made using an outdoor CAT-5e Ethernet cable. The
maximum total length of the Ethernet cable is 91.5 m (300 ft). For example, 90 m (295 ft)
from the RDL-2000 to the PoE and 1.5 m (5 ft) from the PoE to the network equipment.
Figure 2: System - RDL-2000 Ethernet Ports
The RDL-2000 Ethernet port uses a custom pinout for the PoE signals. All Ethernet
cables from the indoor PoE to the outdoor RDL-2000 must be terminated to match the
specifications in the following table.
Table 2: System - Ethernet Port Wiring
RJ-45 Conn.
Signal
Color Code 1
Wire Identification
1
Rx +
White / Orange
2
Rx -
Orange
3
Tx +
White / Green
4
No Connection 2
5
No Connection 2
6
Tx -
Green
7
+Ve
Blue
8
-Ve
Brown
1. Color codes are provided for convenience only -- signals must match the RJ-45 connector assignments.
2. Do not terminate wires to these pins on the RJ-45 connector terminating at the RDL-2000 outdoor unit.
Notes:
1. Ethernet port 1 is factory sealed. Do not removed the factory seal unless both
Ethernet ports are required for this deployment (see following notes).
2. The two Ethernet ports connect to a single internal switch and connection of both
ports to external network equipment must be configured to avoid layer 2 loops.
3. The dual Ethernet ports can also be used to implement a full-redundancy (data +
power) solution. Use a standard Ethernet crossover cable to interconnect two RDL-

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2000 units. Power from a PoE connected to either unit is conducted over the
interconnecting cable.
4. Refer also to the Enable Security (VLAN) field in section 3.5: Advanced Screen on
page 24.
2.2 Indoor PoE Power Adapter
The RDL-2000 is powered using a PoE power adaptor. The Redline supplied PoE power
adaptor source is auto-sensing 110-240 VAC (nominal). The RDL-2000 is shipped with a
power cord compatible with the North American power system.
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Important -- PoE Equipment
The Ethernet outdoor cable is supplying a protective ground connection for the Ethernet
cable. Customer supplied PoE devices must have metal-lined RJ-45 sockets providing a
protective ground connection to the cable shield.
Use a straight-through cable when connecting to a PC or router, or a cross-over cable to
connect the PoE “Data” port directly to a switch.
Note: The RDL-2000 Ethernet port uses a custom pinout for the PoE signals. All
Ethernet cables from the indoor PoE to the outdoor RDL-2000 must be terminated to
match Table 2: System - Ethernet Port Wiring on page 11.
Figure 3: System - PoE Power Adaptor
Table 3: System - PoE Ports
Port
Description
INPUT
DATA
10/100Base-T Ethernet port (RJ-45 socket) for connection to the local
network equipment.
OUTPUT
DATA & POWER
10/100Base-T Ethernet port (RJ-45 socket) and 48 VDC power for
connection to the RDL-2000.

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Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC
Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be connected
only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.
Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the RDL-2000 can be safely
connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector. Connecting customer
premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector
on the PoE power adapter may damage customer equipment.
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2.3 Ground Connection
A ground-lug is provided on the RDL-2000 chassis for connection to the local grounding
system.
2.4 Mounting Brackets
The heavy-duty (four-point) mounting bracket can be used to mount the RDL-2000 and a
flat panel antenna. The RDL-2000 can also be mounted using just the mounting adapter
plate and the supplied hose clamps when used with parabolic antennas or other antenna
not compatible with the heavy duty mounting bracket. Refer to the RDL-2000 Installation
Guidelines manual for a detailed description of mounting options.
2.5 RF Ports
The RF ports (2x female TNC connectors) conduct RF signals between the RDL-2000
and external antenna system. RF Port 0 is always enabled and should be used if
operating in SISO mode (single antenna). RF Port 1 is enabled by checking the MIMO
selection during system configuration. A pair of N-to-TNC coaxial jumper cables are
provided to connect the RDL-2000 antenna system.
Figure 4: System - RDL-2000 RF Ports

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2.5.1 RF Cable Connections
Two RF jumper cables are provided with each RDL-3000 unit. The RF cables conduct
RF signals between the RDL-2000 and antenna system. Each 75 cm (29.5 in) cable is
terminated female N to BNC.
Figure 5: System - RF Jumper Cable
2.6 Antenna Alignment
The RDL-2000 features a built-in audible alignment tool to assist with pointing the
antenna. The Link Manager application or Telnet interface can provide assist in fine
alignment based on displaying real-time RSSI readings.

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Chapter
3
3Link Manager
This section describes the system configuration and monitoring options available when
using the Redline Link Manager application. This application provides all settings
necessary to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot operation of the RDL-2000 wireless
link. The operator can access and control the RDL-2000 locally or remotely using IP
connectivity over the network connection.
Note: The CLI interface is a general monitoring tool and does not include all commands
necessary to setup and monitor the RDL-2000.
3.1 Link Manager Overview
The Redline Link Manager application is included on the CD-ROM shipped with each
RDL-2000 system. The Link Manager can be run on most Windows-based PCs,
providing the portability to perform setup, monitoring, and diagnostics in the field.
The Redline Link Manager provides a comprehensive user-friendly interface to configure
and monitor the RDL-2000 Master and Slave units. This application can configure all
required parameters and provide monitoring and statistics for antenna alignment and
troubleshooting. Configuration of the Master and Slave units is similar, and requires that
most parameter settings match on both units.
The Link Manager application can be used to monitor both ends of the wireless link by
being connected to either the Master or Slave unit. An operator at the Master can adjust
settings for both units, but system security prevents an operator connected at the Slave
location (logged in over-the-air) from changing the configuration on the Master.
3.1.1 Installing the Link Manager Application
The Link Manager application must be installed using the installer provided on CD-ROM.
1. Insert the CD-ROM into the PC, browse to the CD and double-click on the program:
Link_Manager_V1_000x.exe
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Link Manager and the WinPcap
application.
Note: Windows™ 7 users must download and install WinPcap v4.1.1.
3.1.2 Connecting Locally
The operator may access and control the RDL-2000 by connecting an Ethernet cable
directly to the PoE, or through a switch on the network segment connected to the RDL-
2000.
1. Use a standard Ethernet cable to connect the PC directly to the PoE Data In port. It
is not required to know the IP address of the RDL-2000.
2. Click Son the command bar to start a session. Select the RDL-2000, select user
type Admin, enter the (default) password admin, and click Login to begin a session.
The Link Manager should login to the RDL-2000. It the login is not successful, refer
to the Link Manager event log for status messages.
3. Click Eon the command bar to end the session.

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3.1.3 Connecting Through a Gateway
The operator may also connect to a remote network with a routable connection
(gateway) to the RDL-2000.
1. Click on the menu item Action->Select Adapter. Click to highlight the desired
adapter card, enter the Default Gateway IP address, and click OK.
2. If the Login Bar is not displayed, click on the menu item View->Login Bar.
3. Enter the Unit IP address (default is 192.168.25.2), select the user to be Admin,
enter the Password (default is admin), and check the box .Use Gateway.
4. Click Login to begin a session. The Link Manager should connect to the RDL-2000.
It the connection is not successful, refer to the Link Manager event log.
5. Click Eon the command bar to end the session.
3.2 Menu Commands
This section provides an overview of features and parameter settings.
3.2.1 File Menu
Save Configuration: Save a configuration summary of the connected RDL-2000 unit.
The data is saved in HTML format (filename.htm). Refer to the following example.
IP: 192.168.30.227 / 255.255.255.0
MAC: 00-09-02-02-5F-E9
Status: Online - Link Up
Unit Configuration:
ATPC: True
MU ID: 00-09-02-02-60-00
Tx Power: 30
Buzzer: False
DFS: False
Band: 5.350 - 5.470 GHz
Link Configuration:
Pre-Shared Key: SharedKey
AES: False
MIMO: True
Channel BW: 20 MHz
Vlan: 0
Figure 6: Link Mgr - Save Configuration Example
Exit: Close the Link Manager application.
3.2.2 View Menu
Toolbar: Display ( ) or hide the main toolbar.
Status Bar: Display ( ) or hide the status toolbar (bottom of screen). The status bar
displays tooltips and the status or result of Link Manager actions.
Login Bar: Display ( ) or hide the login toolbar. Refer to 3.2.6: Login Bar on page 18.
Unit Status Bar: Display ( ) or hide the unit status bar. Refer to 3.2.8: Unit Status Bar
on page 20.

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3.2.3 Action Menu
Start Session: Start a session with an RDL-2000 (CTRL-S). Choose an RDL-2000 unit
discovered by the Link Manager, enter the required credentials, and click Login to begin
a session.
The Start Session function scans the entire subnet on the local network to identify RDL-
2000 units. It is not required to specify the IP address.
Figure 7: Link Mgr - Select Ethernet Adapter and Default Gateway
Unit List
Unit Type: Identifies unit, Master/Slave configuration, and region setting.
MAC Address: MAC address of detected unit.
IP Address: IP address of detected unit.
Controls
Login: Login to the selected RDL-2000 using the current login settings (below).
Discover Sus: Query a Master to discover the remote Slave.
Cancel: Close this dialog.
Login Settings
User: Select the user account type.
Admin: Authority to change configuration.
User: Allowed only to view configuration and monitor operation.
Password: Enter password for the selected user type.
Remember Settings: Check this box to always use these login parameters.
End Session: Terminate the current RDL-2000 session (CTRL-E).
Refresh Unit Parameters: Retrieve settings from the connected RDL-2000 (CTLR-U).
Get Reset Text: Retrieve the recorded cause of the last reset for the connected RDL-
2000 and display this text in the log window (CTRL-T). Refer to Table 6: Maintenance -
Causes of System on page 40. This includes the total uptime (seconds) from the
previous reboot.

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Reset Unit: Reboot the connected RDL-2000 (CTRL-R).
Clear Log: Clear the Link Manager log window (CTRL-L). This operation does not affect
messages logged to a file.
Clear Reset Text: Clear the recorded cause of the last reset on the connected RDL-
2000. Refer to Table 6: Maintenance - Causes of System on page 40.
3.2.4 Tools Menu
Select Adapter: Choose a network interface card (NIC) on the computer running the
Link Manager application. The selected interface is used to scan the local network for
connected RDL-2000 units. The operator may also specify a network gateway (see the
View menu item Login Bar.
Figure 8: Link Mgr - Select Ethernet Adapter and Default Gateway
Adapter List
Adapter: Unique number for this adapter.
IP Address: IP address of detected unit.
Network Mask: Network IP address mask.
Name: Logical name of detected adapter.
3.2.5 Help Menu
About Link Manager: Display the Link Manager software version.
3.2.6 Login Bar
Use this toolbar to login to a specific unit or when a gateway must be specified.
Figure 9: Link Mgr - Login Toolbar
Unit IP: Enter the IP address of the RDL-2000.
User: Select the user account type.
Admin: Authority to change configuration.
User: Allowed only to view configuration and monitor the link status.
Password: Enter password for the selected user type.

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Use Gateway: Check this box to use the gateway. Valid only if a gateway IP address
has been specified using the menu item: Tools -> Select Adapter.
Login: Click this button to start a session with the RDL-2000.
3.2.7 Toolbar
Use this toolbar to access shortcuts to many common Link Manager functions.
Figure 10: Link Mgr - Main Toolbar
S: Start a new session. Clicking this button initiates a discovery scan to locate all
RDL-2000 units located on the selected network interface, Refer to menu item:
Tools -> Select Adapter).
E: Terminate the current session.
: Retrieve current settings from the RDL-2000.
: Reconnect automatically to the RDL-2000 if the session is lost for any reason (e.g.,
RDL-2000 reboots). Clicking this button toggles between enabled and disabled
state.
Notes:
1. It is recommended to disable this feature when changing the unit IP address, or
the master/slave mode.
2. While active, no other users are able to login to this RDL-2000.
3. There is no timeout for this function.
4. This selection is not altered by manually cycling the connection status.
EL: Enable logging of RDL-2000 event message.
Master Log Messages
Sec: Time (seconds) from last Master reboot.
C: PHY CRC errors (1 second sample time).
SN0/SN1: SNR values for RF port 0 and RF port 1 (located closest to
grounding terminal).
a: Current IIS value.
Peer: RSSI and PHY CRC errors (C) of the SU (5 second sample time).
s: Adaptive modulation sample number (UL/DL).
p: Total number of UL/DL CRC errors (C) during sample period (PER).
r: Current modulation: 0=BPSK, 1=QPSK 1/2, 2=QPSK 3/4, 3=16QAM 1/2,
4=16QAM 3/4 , 5=64QAM 2/3 , 6=64QAM 3/4, 7=64QAM 5/6
Slave Log Messages
Channel changed to CH#: Slave has changed the RF channel.
Channel # online MUID #: Slave has located a Master with the same link ID
and is changing mode to online.
Sec: Time (seconds) from last Slave reboot.
C: PHY CRC errors (1 sec sample).
SN0/SN1: SNR values for RF port 0 and RF port 1 (located closest to
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a: Current IIS value.
Peer: RSSI and PHY CRC errors (C) of the Master (5 sec sample).
DL: Disable logging of RDL-2000 event messages.
X: Delete all on-screen log items for this session. This action does not affect the log
file (if active).
: Save log events to file. Clicking this button toggles between enabled and disabled
state. All new event messages are saved to a file.
Important: The previous log file is overwritten. Use View Log to (view and )
save the current log file using a different filename.
: View the current log. The (save log events to file) selection must be disabled to
view the log file.
Important: The existing log file is overwritten when the (save all event to file)
function is enabled. If required, save the viewed log file using a different filename.
RT: Send a reboot command to the connected RDL-2000.
RU: Clear the log window. This operation does not affect the log file.
?: Display version information.
3.2.8 Unit Status Bar
Display or hide the unit status bar.
Figure 11: Link Mgr - Status Toolbar
Op Mode: Indicates the current status of the wireless data link.
Master:
Not Available: The Link Manager is not communicating with the RDL-2000.
Online: The wireless link has not been established with the Slave unit.
Online link-up: The wireless link has been established.
Spectrum Sweep: The sweep function is active (wireless link is offline).
Slave:
Not Available: The Link Manager is not communicating with the RDL-2000.
Online: The wireless link has not been established with the Master unit.
Online link-up: The wireless link has been established.
Scanning: The Slave is scanning frequencies in the RF channel list to locate a
Master with the matching MU ID.
Spectrum Sweep: The sweep function is active (wireless link is offline)
Channel: Indicates the RF channel in-use.
RSSI: Received signal strength for this link.
PER: Wireless packet errors for this link (after ARQ).
Note: When the connection to an RDL-2000 is closed, the Link Manager continues to
display the last received RSSI and PER values.