Users Manual

MDS 05-6399A01, Rev. G MDS™ Master Station 89
Test Mode
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Actions
Test Mode provides a way to place the transmitter on the air to check the measured RF power
output, measure reflected power from an antenna system, or to provide a signal at a receiving sta-
tion so that RSSI can be checked. While in Test Mode, a radio will not operate normally and
does not communicate with the narrowband network.
To enter or exit Test Mode, select the desired test state from the State drop-down box and click
Perform Action.
x Time – The time, in minutes, to remain in test mode before automatically resuming normal
operation. We recommend that you remain in test mode 10 minutes or less.
x State -
- Receive – Enter Receive mode to check the RSSI of a received signal.
- Keyed – Key the transmitter. To prevent damage to the radio, the unit will stop keying after one
minute and automatically transition to the Receive state.
- Stop – Stop all test operations and exit test mode.
Test Values
x Test Mode Time – The length of time test mode has been running.
x Test State – Receive, Keyed, Stop. The current test state.
x Test RSSI (Receive Mode only) – The current signal RSSI.
Remote Management
The Master Station, when configured as an Access Point, has the ability to manage connected re-
motes. Supported features include upgrading firmware, changing configuration through a web
proxy, sending a firmware certificate, and rebooting connected remotes.
For information on the use of the Remote Management Service, refer to Remote Management
Service in the MDS Orbit MCR Technical Manual (p/n: 05-6632A01).