Introduction; Conventions Used In This Manual - GE MDS SD Series Technical Manual
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual is one of two publications for users of the MDS SD Series Transceiver shown in
Figure 1. It contains an overview of common applications, installation planning data, specifica-
tions, troubleshooting, and instructions for using the web-based Device Manager. This manual is
intended for technical personnel who perform network design, configuration, and troubleshoot-
ing of the equipment.
A companion Setup Guide is also available (Part no. 05-4847A01). The scope of the Setup Guide
is limited to installing the transceiver and placing it in service for the first time. All product doc-
umentation can be downloaded free of charge from the GE MDS website at
. The
www.gemds.com
website also contains links to Application Bulletins and other product information.
Figure 1. MDS SD Series Transceiver
1.1 Conventions Used in This Manual
Software & Device Manager Notations
This product is designed for software control via a connected PC. To show the names of screen
items, keyboard entries, or other information displayed on a PC, a bolded font is used throughout
the manual that appears as follows:
Bolded font example (for screen names and keyboard entries)
To show the navigation path leading to a particular screen, this same font is used with forward-
pointing arrows between screen names. For example, suppose you wish to access the radio's
Fea-
. The navigation path shown for it would appear as follows:
tures Screen
Configuration>>Features
Model Number Notations
The term "SD" or "SD Series" is used in this manual to denote all models in the SD product line.
Specific model numbers such as MDS SD1 (150-174 MHz), SD2 (216-235 MHz), SD4 (300-512
MHz), and SD9 (820-960 MHz) are used only when necessary to reference model-specific fea-
tures.
Authorization Features
Some features of the radio are dependent on purchased options and applicable regulatory con-
straints. A "key"
icon is shown near the heading of any such features. In some cases a fea-
ture upgrade may be available. Contact your sales representative for additional information.
MDS 05-4864A01, Rev. I
SD Series Technical Manual
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