Specifications

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NET Series Installation & Start-Up MDS 05-2873A01, Rev. E
Manual Revision and Accuracy
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual,
product improvements may result in minor differences between the manual and the
product shipped to you. If you have questions or need an exact specification for a
product, please contact our Technical Services Team using the information at the back
of this guide. Microwave Data Systems reserves its right to correct any errors or omis-
sions. Updated information may also be available on our Web site at www.micro-
wavedata.com. This manual is for the use of professionals to guide them in the
installation, operation and basic system maintenance of the equipment described.
OPERATIONAL & SAFETY NOTICES
Professional installation required. The radio equipment
described in this guide emits radio frequency energy.
Although the power level is low, the concentrated
energy from a directional antenna may pose a health
hazard. Do not allow people to come closer than 23 cm
(9 inches) to the antenna when the transmitter is oper-
ating in indoor or outdoor environments. More informa-
tion on RF exposure is on the Internet at
www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins.
UL/CSA Notice
This product is available for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D Haz-
ardous Locations. Such locations are defined in Article 500 of the National Fire Pro-
tection Association (NFPA) publication
NFPA 70
, otherwise known as the National
Electrical Code.
The transceiver has been recognized for use in these hazardous locations by two inde-
pendent agencies —Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). The UL certification for the transceiver is as a Recognized Com-
ponent for use in these hazardous locations, in accordance with UL Standard 1604.
The CSA Certification is in accordance with CSA STD C22.2 No. 213-M1987.
UL/CSA Conditions of Approval
UL/CSA Conditions of Approval: The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone
unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted
within another piece of equipment which is certified for hazardous locations, or
installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by the approving
agencies. These conditions of approval are as follows:
1. The transceiver must be mounted within a separate enclosure which is suitable for
the intended application.
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 locations, and may void the approval.
5. A power connector with screw-type retaining screws as supplied by MDS must be
used.
RF Exposure