Product Description; Front Panel Connectors And Indicators - GE MDS SD Series Reference Manual

MDS 05-4846A01, Rev. C

2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The SD Transceiver is a software-configurable, industrial radio for use
in licensed poll-response telemetry networks. It may be interfaced with
a variety of data control equipment including remote terminal units
(RTUs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), flow computers, and
similar devices. Data interface connections may be made for both serial
(RS-232/RS-485) and limited Ethernet protocols. It is designed pri-
marily for use in polled networks where a central station communicates
with each remote, one at a time to convey data and control signals.
The radio employs digital signal processing (DSP) technology and a
fully digital transmit and receive IF chain to provide robust communica-
tions even under adverse conditions. Digital signal processing also helps
eliminate the effects of component variations or temperature swings,
resulting in an optimized communications link at all times.

2.1 Front Panel Connectors and Indicators

Figure 2 shows the transceiver's front panel connectors and indicators.
These items are referenced in various locations in this manual. The
transceiver's LED functions are described in Table 10 on Page 26.
LED INDICATOR
PANEL
DC INPUT
POWER
SERIAL DATA
CONNECTORS (DB-9)
COM1 used for radio management
Figure 2. Front Panel Connectors & Indicators
SD Series Ref. Manual (Packet & Transparent Mode)
Invisible place holder
ETHERNET
CONNECTOR (RJ-45)
ANTENNA
CONNECTOR (TNC)
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