Software Configuration - GE MDS Setup Manual

Table 3: DC Power Supply Modules
Module Input Power
6843 +/- 12-30 Vdc
6844 +/- 36-75 Vdc
6845 +/- 75-140 Vdc
Figure 7. DC Power Connector
5. Connect a PC for Configuration (LAN or USB port). This
prepares the master station for programming of desired oper-
ating parameters. Configuration is further described in Section
3.0.
NOTE: If serial-based cabling is used for configuration, an
adapter may be required at the PC, as many PCs do not
offer a serial port. In such cases, a USB-to-Serial adapter
(with appropriate driver software) may be used. These
adapters are available from a number of manufacturers.
6. For redundant units, the Alarm/Relay module includes a man-
ual override toggle switch, which can be set into one of three
positions to associate it with a particular radio. The toggle
switch is locking, and must be pulled out to change positions.
Switch functions are as follows:
Up—Radio A; Down— Radio B; Center—Automatic.
When the switch is set to Automatic, the active radio is deter-
mined by radio module presence and alarm status. If only one
radio module is installed (A or B) it is recommended that the
switch be set to A or B, as appropriate.
7. Radio, Alarm/Relay, and Duplexer Connections—The
Alarm/Relay module provides two alarm outputs, one for
major and one for minor alarms. This module also provides
TX/RX audio, PTT (TX keying), and analog RSSI connections.
See Section 6.0 for pinout connections.
All other required connections on the front of the unit are
cabled at the factory per ordered options.
3.0

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

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MDS SD Master Station
In the following steps, you will log into the unit's configuration
system and set the basic operating parameters for the unit.
NOTE: Consult your System Administrator if you are unsure
of the proper configuration settings for your network.
3.1 Configuration via SD Manager
The configuration PC may be connected to the unit by WiFi (future
feature), USB, or Ethernet. The following steps describe a config-
uration using the SD Manager application running on the unit. SD
Manager is accessible through ETH1 or ETH2 using a web
browser.
Minimum browser requirements: IE10 or later, Chrome, Firefox, or
Safari.
1. Open a web browser and navigate to the IP address of the
unit (default Ethernet IP address is 192.168.1.1). The initial
sign-in prompt appears.
2. Enter the username and password (admin is the default entry
for both fields). Click Sign In. Upon successful login, the
Device Overview page appears.
3. For initial configuration, the Initial Setup Wizard will appear
and provide guidance in typical Master Station setup. This is
disabled after the initial setup but may be re-run at any time by
accessing the Wizards link on the left side of the screen, and
clicking Initial Setup.
Key items that should be reviewed and/or set for the radio are:
• Create one-time programmable passwords for unit recovery
• Change login passwords (to maintain security)
• Evaluate default factory configuration and lock the unit down
to the required security level
4. When the Initial Setup wizard completes, select the SD Con-
figuration Wizard, which steps you through initial SD Radio
Module configuration. Key items that should be reviewed
and/or set include:
• Frequency plan
• Modem selection
• Keying mode
• Serial data interface configuration
• Encryption settings
5. For additional SD radio configuration and status options, navi-
gate to SDMS Configuration using the following selections:
a. Select Interfaces on the left hand menu...
b. Click on the sdms interface name in the Interfaces Con-
figuration table...
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