Viavi Seeker MCA III User manual

Seeker MCA III
Mobile Communications Adapter
Installation Guide

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Notice
Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this manual was accurate at the time
of printing. However, information is subject to change without notice, and VIAVI reserves the
right to provide an addendum to this manual with information not available at the time that
this manual was created.
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Ordering information
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product. The catalog number for a published guide is Catalog Number - printed. The catalog
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Terms and conditions
Specifications, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. The provision
of hardware, services, and/or software are subject to VIAVI standard terms and conditions,
available at www.viavisolutions.com/en/terms-and-conditions.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by VIAVI could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
yThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The End user must follow the specific operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
yThis transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Industry Canada Requirements
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Device operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use.
Dans la bande de fréquence 5150–5250 MHz, l’utilisation du produit doit être uniquement en
intérieur.

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Japan Radio Law
The GITEKI mark can be found on the label on the unit.
EU WEEE and Battery Directives
This product, and the batteries used to power the product, should not be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste and should be collected separately and disposed of according to
your national regulations.
VIAVI has established a take-back process in compliance with the EU Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, 2012/19/EU, and the EU Battery Directive, 2006/66/EC.
Instructions for returning waste equipment and batteries to VIAVI can be found in the WEEE
section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
If you have questions concerning disposal of your equipment or batteries, contact the VIAVI
WEEE Program Management team at [e-mail].
EU REACH
Article 33 of EU REACH regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 requires article suppliers to provide
information if a listed Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) is present in an article above a
certain threshold.
For information on the presence of REACH SVHCs in VIAVI products, see the Hazardous
Substance Control section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
EU CE Marking Directives (LV, EMC, RoHS, RE)
This product conforms with all applicable CE marking directives. For details, please see the EU
Declaration of Conformity included in the shipping package.
China RoHS
China RoHS documentation is included in the shipping package and available on StrataSync.

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California Proposition 65
California Proposition 65, officially known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement
Act of 1986, was enacted in November 1986 with the aim of protecting individuals in the
state of California and the state’s drinking water and environment from excessive exposure to
chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For the VIAVI position statement on the use of Proposition 65 chemicals in VIAVI products, see
the Hazardous Substance Control section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
Compliance with 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
In accordance with Article 10.8(a) and 10.8(b) of the RED, the instruments for sale in the EU
operate in the 5-205 MHz frequency range at a maximum RF transmit power of +15dBm.
Please contact us for more information:
VIAVI Solutions
Network Service Enablement
6001 America Center Drive
San Jose, CA, 95002
WARNING:
Pursuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not
expressly approved by VIAVI might cause harmful
interference and void the FCC authorization to operate
this product.
CAUTION:
Do not use the instrument in any manner not
recommended by the manufacturer.

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Before You Begin
Thank you for purchasing the Seeker MCA III. This guide provides setup and operating
instructions to get you up and running as soon as possible.
Technical assistance
If you require technical assistance, call 1-844-GO-VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284.
Outside US: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
For the latest TAC information, visit
https://support.viavisolutions.com/welcome

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Optional software
Although the MCA III comes preconfigured and ready to use from the factory, the following
software is required for advanced configuration:
ySeeker Setup is used to configure the Seeker meter family, enabling the operator to
assemble files containing channel frequencies, squelch levels, and other settings. Users
can efficiently download configurations to one or more leakage detectors.
The following software is required for leakage data analysis using the Seeker MCA III:
yLeakage Analysis Workshop (LAW) is software that manages the storage and retrieval
of leakage information collected by vehicle mounted Seeker GPS systems. Installed on
a server, it receives leakage data uploads via the Internet/LAN or through a customer
configured Wi-Fi wireless site.
Data stored in the LAW server may be displayed on maps or as text, used to generate
leakage work orders, or downloaded to other VIAVI or third-party applications.
About the Seeker MCA III
The Seeker MCA III is used to store leakage data collected from
the Seeker or Seeker X and to upload the same leakage data
directly to a PC or to the LAW server.
The Seeker GPS system provides a cost-effective way to equip
each vehicle in a fleet with GPS-based reporting capabilities.
The Seeker GPS system consists of the standard Seeker or
Seeker X, a Seeker MCA III, and a GPS receiver.
The Seeker MCA III module includes a standard Wi-Fi
communications module for the wireless upload of data to the
Leakage Analysis Workshop (LAW).

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Front view
A guided tour of your Seeker MCA III
Display
USB
Display screen
The display is used to show the setup and operation status of the MCA III.
USB port
The USB port is not used at this time.
Side view

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1. Cellular Antenna connection – Not used at this time.
2. Mobile Mount Serial Data connection – Used with the MCA III serial cable to
connect the Seeker or Seeker X Mobile Mount to the MCA III. Also, power is supplied
to the MCA III through this connection from the Mobile Mount.
3. GPS Serial Data connection – Connects a serial (RS-232) enabled GPS receiver.
4. FMI port – Not used at this time.
5. Ethernet connection – Connects to a LAN network in order to upload leakage
records to a LAW server or program the device with the Seeker Setup application.
6. Wi-Fi Antenna connection – Connects a Wi-Fi antenna in order to transmit leakage
records to a LAW server.
7. Select button – Used to navigate the menu on the unit. Single click to scroll
through the menus, double click to enter a menu.
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Rear view

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Seeker Mobile Mount & MCA III assembly
The following steps show how to install the Seeker MCA III onto the bottom of the Seeker or
Seeker X Mobile Mount.
For these examples, we show assembly of the Seeker Mobile Mount, but the same process is
used for the Seeker X Mobile Mount.
1. Remove the two 1/4” Screws (1) from the bottom of the Mobile
Mount (2) that are closest to the front of the mobile mount, as
shown here.
Discard these screws, they are no longer needed.
2. Align the ridges on the top of the Seeker
MCA III (3) with the slots in the bottom of the
mobile mount (2) and then place the bottom
of the Seeker MCA III against the bottom of
the mobile mount as shown here.
3. Slide the Seeker MCA III (3) forward until the Alignment
Tab (4) comes into contact with the back side of the
mobile mount (2).
4. Insert and tighten the two 1-1/4” Screws (included) into the
mounting holes (5) on the bottom of the Seeker MCA III as shown
here. To prevent damage to the Seeker MCA III housing, don’t over
tighten the screws.

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Seeker MCA III installation
The following steps show how to install the Seeker MCA III in your vehicle.
1. Connect the Seeker or Seeker X Mobile Mount to the Seeker MCA III using the serial
data cable.
Seeker Mobile Mount and
MCA III rear view
Seeker X Mobile Mount and
MCA III rear view
Serial data cable Serial data cable
NOTE:
Before installation, install the Seeker or Seeker X Mobile
Mount in the vehicle as shown in the installation guide for
your unit.
Also, configure these units using the Seeker Setup Software.
NOTE:
When using the MCA III with the Seeker X Mobile Mount,
be sure to connect the serial data cable to the serial port
labeled “MCA” on the back of the Seeker X Mobile Mount.

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2. Connect the GPS receiver and Ethernet cable to the Seeker MCA III.
yConnect the GPS receiver and Ethernet cable directly to the Seeker MCA III.
yThe Ethernet connection is optional. It can be used for initial configuration and/
or automatic upload of leakage records to LAW via the Ethernet connection of a
mobile network provider.
yMount the GPS receiver in a location that has a line of sight to the GPS satellites
and will enable a reliable GPS location fix.
3. Connect the Wi-Fi antenna to the Seeker MCA III. Mount the antenna in a location that
will enable communication with Wi-Fi access points.
GPS receiver
Serial RS-232
connection
Mobile Mount & MCA Ill
rear view
Ethernet
connection
(optional)
Mobile Mount & MCA Ill
rear view Wi-Fi antenna

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Technical assistance
If you require technical assistance, call 1-844-GO-VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284.
For the latest TAC information, visit
http://www.viavisolutions.com/en/services-and-support/support/technical-assistance
Additional information
For more detailed information, contact us at [e-mail] for these
additional documents.
Seeker MCA III User’s Guide
Seeker X Installation Guide
Seeker Setup Software User’s Guide
LAW Software User’s Guide

VIAVI Solutions
North America 1.844.GO VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284
Latin America [phone]
EMEA [phone]
APAC [phone]
All Other Regions viavisolutions.com/contacts
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