User's Manual

MDS 05-6302A01, Rev. A MDS Mercury 16E Technical Manual 39
6.1 General Requirements
There are three main requirements for installing a transceiver—ade-
quate and stable primary power, a good antenna system, and the correct
interface between the transceiver and the data device. Figure 22 shows
a typical Subscriber Unit installation.
NOTE: The network port supports 10BaseT connections, but does not
support 100BaseT connections. This should not present a
problem as most hubs/switches auto-switch between 10BaseT
and 100BaseT connections. Conf irm that your hub/switch is
capable of auto-switching data rates.
To prevent Ethernet traffic from degrading transceiver
throughput performance, place the unit in a segment, or behind
routers.
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Figure 22. Typical Installation with a Tower-Mounted Antenna
(SU shown; BS Similar)
NOTE: When using Power over Ethernet (PoE), do not use data lines
to carry power. Suitable power supply models are listed in the
GE MDS Accessories Guide.
ANTENNA SYSTEM
Subscriber: Directional Ant.
Base Unit: Omni Ant.
TO DC POWER SUPPLY
(1060 Vdc)
RTU/PLC
LOW-LOSS COAX
PC FOR
RADIO MANAGEMENT
Ethernet Cable
to Radio
Ethernet Cable
to Radio