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Document Number: 0100SM1401 Issue: 10-14
Part G– Quick Start Guide
Part G – Quick Start Guide
Step-by-Step Point to Point Setup
Introduction
This document describes the 10 key steps required for:
• Connecting and configuring a pair of Q data radios.
• Performing basic diagnostics and health checks
• Connecting user equipment such as Host Software and/or RTUs
Typical Bench setup
Step 1 - RF and DC power connection
RF Connection
Bench testing is typically performed over short distances, so RF signals need to be significantly attenuated. Using dummy
loads or whip antennas is not recommend.
A suitable method for attenuation of RF signals is to use a 4 Port RF Attenuator (Part Number TBUR4PORTATTEN). An
attenuator accurately reduces RF signal level, simulating a real world, long distance RF link. Other types of RF attenuators
can be used providing the total attenuation is between 80dB to 100dB. Check the attenuator power ratings against the
configured Tx power of the radio.
If the TX power of each radio is set to 20dBm (100mW) then, low power, low cost attenuators can be used.
DC Power Connection
Ensure each radio is wired using the correct polarity and that power supply is regulated and has adequate current delivering
capacity. Please see the Quick reference guide section of this manual to confirm the power supply requirements you require
for the product you are using.
Step 2 - Power Up Radios
Apply DC power to the radios. The radio will begin a boot up process. This process can take up to 2 minutes (during this time
frame, the ‘Pwr’ LED will periodically flash GREEN, indicating that the boot up process is still in progress).
Once the boot up process has completed, the ‘Pwr’ LED should be solid GREEN. If there is no LED indication, re-check the DC
polarity and ensure the DC voltage is between operating voltages.
Note: If these checks are correct they you may need to inspect the internal fuse. Consult the maintenance section of this
manual for further information on fuse replacement.