User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Copyright Notice
- Serviceability of this Manual
- Operational Safety Notices
- FM/UL/CSA Notice MDS iNet 900 When Approved
- FM/UL/CSA Conditions of Approval MDS iNet 900 When Approved
- FCC Notice, U.S.A. MDS iNet 900 When Approved
- FCC Information
- 1.0 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
- 2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- 3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING
- 4.0 INSTALLATION
- 4.1 Step 1— Mounting the Transceiver
- 4.2 Step 2—Install the Antenna and Feedline
- 4.3 Step 3—Connect the Data Equipment
- 4.4 Step 4—Measure & Install Primary Power
- 4.5 Step 5—Review the Radio’s Configuration
- 4.6 Step 6—Connect the User Data Equipment
- 4.7 Step 7—Check for Normal Operation
- 4.8 Performance Optimization
- 5.0 TRADITIONAL REPEATER CONFIGURATION WITH TWO RADIOS
- 6.0 PROGRAMMING
- 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
- 8.0 REPEATER ASSITED LANS
- 9.0 TECHNICAL REFERENCE
- 10.0 GLOSSARY OF TERMS
- IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY...
iv MDS
i
Net 900 Installation Guide MDS 05-2873A01, Rev. A
DRAFT 6—8/29/01
2. The antenna feedline, DC power cable and interface cable must be
routed through conduit in accordance with the National Electrical
Code.
3. Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be
in accordance with the transceiver's installation manual, and the
National Electrical Code.
4. Tampering or replacement with non-factory components may
adversely affect the safe use of the transceiver in hazardous loca-
tions, and may void the approval.
5. When installed in a Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C or D hazardous
location, observe the following:
Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been
switched off or the area is know to be non-hazardous.
Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National Electrical
Code (NFPA 70) for further information on hazardous loca-
tions and approved Division 2 wiring methods.
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FCC Notice, U.S.A.
MDS
i
Net 900 When Approved
The MDS iNet 900 transceivers comply 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.
This device is specifically designed to be used under Section 15.247 of
the FCC Rules and Regulations. Any unauthorized modification or
changes to this device without the express approval of Microwave Data
Systems may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Furthermore, this device is indented to be used only when installed in
accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual. Failure to
comply with these instructions may also void the user’s authority to
operate this device.
FCC Information
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 environ-
1. This seem like this note should be a DANGER classification if there is a
potential for an explosion. Please verify.
EXPLOSION
HAZARD