Serial Data Interfaces - GE MDS SD Series Technical Manual

MDS 05-4846A01, Rev. D
RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com
http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8461-MDS-UP-SD9-MS2ES-Upgrade-Key-SD9-MS-to-SD9-ES.aspx
means of accessing the transceiver through the built-in SD Device Man-
ager.
Telnet may also be used on this connector, and provides the same
menu-based user interface available via
for radio control, refer to the SD Serial/Telnet Management Supplement,
Part No. 05-6193A01.
Various options are available for passing Ethernet data on this con-
nector, allowing system administrators to optimize the configuration for
maximum narrowband efficiency, based on the operating characteristics
of their system.
Figure 16. Ethernet Port (RJ-45) Pinout
(As viewed from the outside of the unit)
Table 6. Ethernet Port (IP/Ethernet) Pinouts
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

4.6 Serial Data Interfaces

and on the front panel serve as the serial interface ports for
COM1 COM2
radio management and payload data, respectively. The following sec-
tions identify the pin functions used on each interface. These ports are
user-configurable for specific applications. The procedures for changing
their default operation are provided later in this guide.
NOTE: Not all PCs have a serial port. If one is not available, a
USB-to-Serial adapter and appropriate driver software may be
used to provide serial connectivity. These adapters are avail-
able from several manufacturers, including GE MDS.
SD Series Technical Manual
. If you wish to use Telnet
COM1
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Functions Ref.
Transmit Data (TX) High
Transmit Data (TX) Low
Receive Data (RX) High
Unused
Unused
Receive Data (RX) Low
Unused
Unused
21