E5MDS-SD9-1Wireless Data Transceiver

Start-Up Guide Preliminary MDS 05-4659A01, Rev. 0 JULY2008 MDS SD9 ™ Software-Controlled Digital Communications OPERATIONAL & SAFETY NOTICES Concentrated energy from a directional antenna may pose a health hazard to humans. Do not allow people to come closer to the antenna than the distances listed in the table below when the transmitter is operating. More information on RF exposure can be found online at the following website: www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins. FCC Part 15 Notice Users must comply with the following requirements: Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification or changes to this device without the express approval of the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this device. Furthermore, this device is intended to be used only when installed in accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual. Failure to comply with these instructions may void the user’s authority to operate this device. CSA/us Notice This product is pending approval for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D Hazardous Locations. Such locations are defined in Article 500 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publication NFPA 70, otherwise known as the National Electrical Code. The transceiver has been recognized for use in these hazardous locations by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) which also issues the US mark of approval (CSA/US). The CSA Certification is in accordance with CSA STD C22.2 No. 213-M1987. CSA Conditions of Approval: The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment which is certified for hazardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by the approving agencies. These conditions of approval are as follows: The transceiver must be mounted within a separate enclosure which is suitable for the intended applica- tion.The antenna feedline, DC power cable and interface cable must be routed through conduit in accor- dance with the National Electrical Code. Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the transceiver's installation manual, and the National Electrical Code. Tampering or replacement with non-factory com- ponents may adversely affect the safe use of the transceiver in hazardous locations, and may void the approval. A power connector with screw-type retaining screws as supplied by GE MDS must be used. Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous. Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for further information on hazardous locations and approved Division 2 wiring methods. Antenna Gain vs. Recommended Safety Distance (MDS SD9 Radio) Antenna Gain 0–5 dBi5–10 dBi10–16.5 dBi Minimum RF Safety Distance 0.46 meter.82 meters1.74 meters RF Exposure EXPLOSION HAZARD! 05-xxxxA01, Rev. 01MDS SD9 Startup Guide 1 INTRODUCTION This guide presents basic installation and operating instructions for the MDS SD9 Series wireless transceiver. The transceiver (Figure 1) is designed to operate in point-to-multi- point environments, including utility automation/distribution systems, and other telemetry functions. These radios are software-configurable to provide flexible operation in a variety of applications using one hardware platform. They employ microprocessor control and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) tech- nology to provide robust communications even under adverse condi- tions. Figure 1. SD9 Data Transceiver The transceiver is designed for trouble-free operation with data equip- ment provided by other manufacturers, including remote terminal units (RTUs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), flow com- puters, transaction terminals, and similar devices. NOTE: Some features may not be available on all units, based on the options purchased and the applicable regulatory constraints for the region in which the radio will operate. Front Panel Connectors Figure 2 shows the interface connectors and indicators on the trans- ceiver’s front panel. These items are referenced in the installation steps given later in this guide. 2MDS SD9 Startup Guide05-xxxxA01, Rev. 01 Invisible place holder Figure 2. Front Panel Connectors & Indicators Connector functions (left to right) in Figure 2 are as follows: • POWER • LAN (RJ-45) • COM1— Management/Diagnostics (DB-9) • COM2— Payload Data (DB-9) • ANTENNA (TNC) A list of LED functions is presented in Table 3 on Page 10. Accessories Table 1 lists available accessories for the transceiver. The contents of a shipment may have been modified to reflect customer-specific requirements given at the time of order. Additional accessories are available for our products. Contact your factory representative for assistance. 05-xxxxA01, Rev. 01MDS SD9 Startup Guide 3 INSTALLATION There are three main requirements for installing the transceiver: • Adequate and stable primary power • An efficient and properly installed antenna system • Correct data connections between the transceiver and the data device. Figure 3 shows a typical remote station arrangement. This is followed by step-by-step procedures for installing the transceiver and making front panel connections. Table 1. SD9 Available Accessories AccessoryDescriptionPart Number DC Power Plug, 2-pin, polarized Mates with power connector on radio. Screw terminals provided for wires, threaded locking screws to prevent accidental disconnect. 73-1194A39 Retrofit Kit, DigitalContains all items needed to replace an existing MDS x710A/C/M digital transceiver. 98-6190ACC1 Retrofit Kit, AnalogContains all items needed to replace an existing MDS x710A/C/M transceiver used in …

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175 Science Parkway, Rochester, New York 14620 USA (585) 242-9600 Phone (585) 242-9620 Fax Oct 21st, 2009 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 U.S.A. Elliott TCB 684 West Maude Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Subject: GE MDS SD9 digital radio parts 24, 90 and 101 frequency bands Applicant: GE MDS LLC Product: SD9 digital transceiver FCC ID: E5MDS-SD9-1 Dear Sir/Madam, The SD9 digital radio is software controlled into various frequency bands in the 928 - 960 MHz range. These bands are programmed depending on the customer frequency ordered. This device is designed to operate under Part 24 rules in the bands 930-931 MHz and 940-941 MHz, Part 90 rules in the band 928-930 MHz and Part 101 rules in the band 928-960 MHz. This letter serves as attestation supporting evidence for the frequency banding. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at 585 242-8440: Yours truly, Dennis McCarthy Agency Compliance Engineer G E MDS LLC 175 Science Parkway Rochester NY 14620 Phone (585) 242-8440 E mail [email protected]

Page 1 of 1 Elliott TCB 684 W. Maude Ave Sunnyvale, CA, 94085 To whom it may concern: The enclosed documents constitute a formal submittal and application for a FCC Certification and IC Reassessment for a land mobile radio GE MDS LLC SD9. The FCC Certification is for: Subpart M of Part 90 of FCC Rules (CFR 47) – Intelligent Transportation Systems Radio Service Subpart C of Part 101 of FCC Rules (CFR 47) - Fixed Microwave Services Subpart D of Part 24 of FCC Rules (CFR 47) – Narrowband Personal Communications Service Original test data from 2009 was performed for 12.5 and 25 kHz channel spacing for Parts 90 and 101. Additional testing for 6.25 and 50 kHz channel spacings and 12.5 and 25 kHz channels spacings with different frequency deviations from the original 2009 data have been included. For this new data, only power, bandwidth and emissions mask data is provided, as in all other respects, the radio is identical to the originally tested radio. Only the software was changed to allow other bandwidths. Both conducted and radiated spurious emissions from 30MHz to 9GHz were measured during the original testing of the device when operating in a channel bandwidth of 12.5 KHz and were all below a level of -23dBm. As the output power is not increased and the emission bandwidths are smaller than the measurement bandwidths for spurious emissions, the original data is still valid for the new bandwidth(s). The table below lists the various bandwidths width requested in this application. Bandwidths for FCC Certification application: FCC Part 90 6.25 kHz Spacing: 4.2 kHz 12.5 kHz Spacing: 10.6 kHz 25 kHz Spacing: 16.2 kHz FCC Part 101 12.5 kHz Spacing: 10.6 kHz 25 kHz Spacing: 16.2 kHz 50 kHz Spacing: 30.5 kHz FCC Part 24 12.5 kHz Spacing: 7.2 kHz 25 kHz Spacing: 18.2 kHz 50 kHz Spacing: 30.5 kHz Elliott Laboratories, as duly authorized agent prepared this submittal. A copy of the letter of our appointment as agent is included with the application. If there are any questions or if further information is needed, please contact Elliott Laboratories for assistance. Sincerely, David W. Bare Chief Engineer

175 Science Parkway, Rochester, New York 14620 USA (585) 242-9600 Phone (585) 242-9620 Fax June 23rd, 2008 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 U.S.A. Subject: Authority to Act as an Agent to FCC & IC (industry Canada) Applicant: GE MDS LLC. Product: MDS SD9 FCC ID: E5MDS-SD9-1 Dear Sir/Madam, Elliott TCB 684 West Maude Ave. Sunnyvale, CA. 94085 This is your letter of authorization to accept our appointment of Elliott Laboratories, Inc. as our Agent for GE MDS LLC, to sign applications before Elliott TCB and to make representations to you on our behalf. Elliott Laboratories, Inc. is to receive and exchange data between our company and Elliott TCB. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at 585 242-8440: Yours truly, Dennis McCarthy Agency Compliance Engineer GE Digital Energy -MDS 175 Science Parkway Rochester NY 14620 Phone (585) 242-8440 Email [email protected]

175 Science Parkway, Rochester, New York 14620 USA (585) 242-9600 Phone (585) 242-9620 Fax June 23rd, 2008 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 U.S.A. Subject: Request for withholding from public disclosure the schematic diagrams and system block diagrams pursuant to an application for certification . Applicant: GE MDS LLC Product: Data Transceiver MDS SD9 Model: MDS SD9 FCC ID: E5MDS-SD9 -1 Dear Sir/Madam, We, Microwave Data Systems, would like to request that the schematic diagrams, system block diagram, Theory of Operation and Bill of Materials submitted with the application for certification be withheld from public disclosure as per Section 0.459 of FCC Rules. This request is made under the provisions of Section 0.457(d) of the Commission's Rules, and Section 552(b)(4) of the Freedom of Information Act. These sections authorize as a withholding from public inspection materials which would be privileged as a matter of law if retained by the person submitting them, and materials which would not customarily be released to the public by that person. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me at 585 242-8440: Yours truly, Dennis McCarthy Agency Compliance Engineer GE Digital Energy -MDS 175 Science Parkway Rochester NY 14620 Phone (585) 242-8440 Email [email protected]

GE MDS LLC model SD9, FCC ID E5MDS-SD9-1 There is no tune up procedure for this radio since it is a digital radio. All settings and calibration are done in the factory and stored in memory.

EMC Test Data Client: Contact: Standard: Test Specific Details Radio Lab13.8VDC General Test Configuration No 0.46 0.82 1.74 Summary of Results Device complies with Power Density requirements at 20cm separation: Required separation distance for 5dBi ant. (in m): Required separation distance for 10dBi ant. (in m): No deviations were made from the requirements of the standard. Calculation uses the free space transmission formula: S = (PG)/(4 πd 2 ) Where: S is power density (W/m 2 ), P is output power (W), G is antenna gain relative to isotropic, d is separation distance from the transmitting antenna (m). Test Engineer: Mehran Birgani Required separation distance for 16.5dBi ant. (in m): Modifications Made During Testing No modifications were made to the EUT during testing Deviations From The Standard Maximum Permissible Exposure Objective: The objective of this test session is to perform final qualification testing of the EUT with respect to the specification listed above. Date of Test: 6/26/2009 Dennis McCarthy FCC Part 101, RSS-119, FCC Part 15Class:N/A GE MDS LLCJob Number: J75790 Model: SD9 T-Log Number: T75896 Account Manager: Susan Pelzl T75896 GE MDS.xlsMPEPage 1 of 2 EMC Test Data Client: Contact: Standard: Dennis McCarthy FCC Part 101, RSS-119, FCC Part 15Class:N/A GE MDS LLCJob Number: J75790 Model: SD9 T-Log Number: T75896 Account Manager: Susan Pelzl Use:General Cable AntPower Freq.LossGainat AntEIRP MHzdBmmW*dBdBidBmmW 92837.25248.10 5 37.216595.87 94437.35370.30 5 37.316982.44 96036.64570.90 5 36.614454.40 For the cases where S > the MPE Limit Freq. MHz 928 944 960 Cable AntPower Freq.LossGainat AntEIRP MHzdBmmW*dBdBidBmmW 92837.25248.10 10 37.252480.75 94437.35370.30 10 37.353703.18 96036.64570.90 10 36.645708.82 For the cases where S > the MPE Limit Freq. MHz 928 944 960 Cable AntPower Freq.LossGainat AntEIRP MHzdBmmW*dBdBidBmmW 92837.25248.10 16.5 37.2234422.88 94437.35370.30 16.5 37.3239883.29 96036.64570.90 16.5 36.6204173.79 For the cases where S > the MPE Limit Freq. MHz 928 944 960 40.6190.640 159.3 47.7230.629 174.2 46.6370.619 173.6 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2cm at 20 cmat 20 cmS <= MPE Limit Power Density (S)MPE LimitDistance where 47.7230.629 40.6190.640 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2 46.6370.619 EUTPower Density (S)MPE Limit Powerat 20 cmat 20 cm 9.0930.640 75.4 10.6840.629 82.4 10.4410.619 82.2 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2cm at 20 cmat 20 cmS <= MPE Limit Power Density (S)MPE LimitDistance where 10.6840.629 9.0930.640 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2 10.4410.619 EUTPower Density (S)MPE Limit Powerat 20 cmat 20 cm 2.8760.640 42.4 3.3790.629 46.3 3.3020.619 46.2 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2cm at 20 cmat 20 cmS <= MPE Limit Power Density (S)MPE LimitDistance where 3.3790.629 2.8760.640 mW/cm^2mW/cm^2 3.3020.619 EUTPower Density (S)MPE Limit Powerat 20 cmat 20 cm T75896 GE MDS.xlsMPEPage 2 of 2

File: R76031 Rev 1.1 Page 1 of 19 Electromagnetic Emissions Test Report In Accordance With Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification 119 Issue 6, FCC Part 90 and Part 101 on the GE MDS LLC Transmitter Model: SD9 FCC ID NUMBER: E5MDS-SD9-1 UPN: 101D-SD9 GRANTEE: GE MDS LLC 175 Science Parkway Rochester, NY 14620 TEST SITE: Elliott Laboratories 684 W. Maude Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 REPORT DATE: July 6, 2009 REISSUE DATE: November 29, 2010 FINAL TEST DATE: June 23, June 24, June 25 and June 26, 2009 AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY: ______________________________ David W. Bare Chief Engineer Elliott Laboratories is accredited by the A2LA, certificate number 2016-01, to perform the test(s) listed in this report. This report shall not be reproduced, except in its entirety, without the written approval of Elliott Laboratories Testing Cert #2016-01 Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: July 6, 2009 Reissue Date: November 29, 2010 File: R76031 Rev 1.1 Page 2 of 19 REVISION HISTORY Revision # Date Comments Modified By - July 10, 2009 Initial Release - 1 July 20, 2009 Added summary for FCC Part 101/RSS-119 dwb 1.1 November 29, 2010 Corrected typo of FCC ID on Page 5 dwb Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: July 6, 2009 Reissue Date: November 29, 2010 File: R76031 Rev 1.1 Page 3 of 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS COVER PAGE............................................................................................................................................................. 1 REVISION HISTORY ................................................................................................................................................ 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 3 CERTIFICATION INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ 5 DECLARATIONS OF COMPLIANCE .................................................................................................................... 7 SCOPE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8 OBJECTIVE ................................................................................................................................................................ 8 SUMMARY OF TEST RESULTS ............................................................................................................................. 9 PART 90 AND RSS-119 TEST SUMMARY ............................................................................................................... 9 PART 101 AND RSS-119 TEST SUMMARY ........................................................................................................... 10 MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTIES ................................................................................................................... 11 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST (EUT) DETAILS .................................................................................................... 11 GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................. 11 OTHER EUT DETAILS ......................................................................................................................................... 11 ENCLOSURE ......................................................................................................................................................... 11 MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 11 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................................................................... 12 EUT INTERFACE PORTS .................................................................................................................................... 12 EUT OPERATION DURING TESTING ............................................................................................................... 12 TEST SITE ................................................................................................................................................................. 13 GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................. 13 CONDUCTED EMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS .............................................................................................. 13 RADIATED EMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS .................................................................................................. 13 MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENTATION ............................................................................................................ 13 RECEIVER SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................................ 13 INSTRUMENT CONTROL COMPUTER ............................................................................................................ 14 PEAK POWER METER ......................................................................................................................................... 14 FILTERS/ATTENUATORS .................................................................................................................................. 14 ANTENNAS ........................................................................................................................................................... 14 ANTENNA MAST AND EQUIPMENT TURNTABLE ....................................................................................... 14 INSTRUMEN…

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File: R81172 Page 1 of 11 Radio Test Report FCC Part 90 (928 MHz to 930 MHz) Model: SD9 COMPANY: GE MDS LLC 175 Science Parkway Rochester, NY 14620 TEST SITE(S): Elliott Laboratories 41039 Boyce Road. Fremont, CA. 94538-2435 REPORT DATE: November 12, 2010 REISSUED DATE: November 17, 2010 FINAL TEST DATES: October 28 and November 2, 2010 AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY: ______________________________ David W. Bare Chief Engineer Elliott Laboratories Elliott Laboratories is accredited by the A2LA, certificate number 2016-01, to perform the test(s) listed in this report, except where noted otherwise. This report shall not be reproduced, except in its entirety, without the written approval of Elliott Laboratories Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: November 12, 2010 Reissued Date: November 17, 2010 File: R81172 Page 2 of 11 REVISION HISTORY Rev# Date Comments Modified By - 11-12-2010 First release 2 11-17-2010 Removed references to RSS-119 and added notes to results table for bandwidths dwb Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: November 12, 2010 Reissued Date: November 17, 2010 File: R81172 Page 3 of 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS REVISION HISTORY ......................................................................................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 3 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4 OBJECTIVE ........................................................................................................................................................ 5 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................... 5 DEVIATIONS FROM THE STANDARDS ........................................................................................................ 5 TEST RESULTS .................................................................................................................................................. 6 FCC PART 90 AND RSS 119 .............................................................................................................................. 6 MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTIES .............................................................................................................. 7 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST (EUT) DETAILS................................................................................................. 8 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 OTHER EUT DETAILS .................................................................................................................................... 8 ENCLOSURE.................................................................................................................................................... 8 MODIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 8 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................................. 8 EUT INTERFACE PORTS ................................................................................................................................ 9 EUT OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................ 9 TESTING ........................................................................................................................................................... 10 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 10 RF PORT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES ................................................................................................. 10 OUTPUT POWER ........................................................................................................................................... 10 BANDWIDTH MEASUREMENTS ................................................................................................................. 10 TRANSMITTER MASK MEASUREMENTS.................................................................................................. 11 RECEIVER RADIATED SPURIOUS EMISSIONS SPECIFICATION LIMITS ........................................... 11 APPENDIX A TEST EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION DATA ............................................................................ 1 APPENDIX B TEST DATA ................................................................................................................................. 2 Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: November 12, 2010 Reissued Date: November 17, 2010 File: R81172 Page 4 of 11 SCOPE Tests have been performed on the GE MDS LLC model SD9, pursuant to the relevant requirements of the following standard(s) in order to obtain device certification against the regulatory requirements of the Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada. • Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 47 Part 2 • Industry Canada RSS-Gen Issue 2 • CFR 47 Part 90 (Private Land Mobile Radio Service) Subpart M • RSS-119, Issue 6 (Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Transmitters and Receivers, 27.41 to 960 MHz) Conducted and radiated emissions data has been collected, reduced, and analyzed within this report in accordance with measurement guidelines set forth in the following reference standards and as outlined in Elliott Laboratories test procedures: ANSI C63.4:2003 ANSI TIA-603-C August 17, 2004 The intentional rad…

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File: R81173 Page 1 of 11 Radio Test Report FCC Part 24 (930 MHz to 931 MHz) (940 MHz to 941 MHz) Model: SD9 COMPANY: GE MDS LLC 175 Science Parkway Rochester, NY 14620 TEST SITE(S): Elliott Laboratories 41039 Boyce Road. Fremont, CA. 94538-2435 REPORT DATE: November 12, 2010 REISSUED DATE: November 17, 2010 FINAL TEST DATES: October 28 and November 2, 2010 AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY: ______________________________ David W. Bare Chief Engineer Elliott Laboratories Elliott Laboratories is accredited by the A2LA, certificate number 2016-01, to perform the test(s) listed in this report, except where noted otherwise. This report shall not be reproduced, except in its entirety, without the written approval of Elliott Laboratories Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: November 12, 2010 Reissued Date: November 17, 2010 File: R81173 Page 2 of 11 REVISION HISTORY Rev# Date Comments Modified By - 11-12-2010 First release 2 11-17-2010 Removed references to RSS-119 and added notes to results table for bandwidths dwb Elliott Laboratories -- EMC Department Test Report Report Date: November 12, 2010 Reissued Date: November 17, 2010 File: R81173 Page 3 of 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS REVISION HISTORY ......................................................................................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 3 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4 OBJECTIVE ........................................................................................................................................................ 5 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................... 5 DEVIATIONS FROM THE STANDARDS ........................................................................................................ 5 TEST RESULTS .................................................................................................................................................. 6 FCC PART 24 .................................................................................................................................................... 6 MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTIES .............................................................................................................. 7 EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST (EUT) DETAILS................................................................................................. 8 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 OTHER EUT DETAILS .................................................................................................................................... 8 ENCLOSURE.................................................................................................................................................... 8 MODIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 8 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................................. 8 EUT INT…

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