User's Manual

30 MDS Master Station MDS 05-6399A01, Rev. D
4.2.1 Initial Startup & Operation
The radio is designed for continuous, unattended operation, but does require some minimal provisioning
before operation. This section explains the use of the radio’s indicators and provides steps for initial
startup of the equipment. Once a unit is provisioned, operator intervention is not required, except to pow-
er the unit up or down, or to change an operating parameter.
Operation of the radio can be started by simply connecting primary power to the unit.
Module LED Indicators
All LED indicators are on the front of the unit. Platform Manager, Radio, and Alarm Modules include
LED. A redundant unit will be populated as shown above. A non-redundant unit will have only one Radio
Module and a different Alarm Module without RF connections.
Figure 4-5 LED Indicators
Normal Indications
When power is first applied, the following events occur in a normally working unit:
• All front panel indicators light briefly
• The ACTIVE LED for the selected transceiver board lights.
• The Power LED on the transceiver modules will begin to flash indicating they have not yet
communicated with the platform manager.