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2 MDS Mercury Series Startup Guide 05-4558A01, Rev. C

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

MDS Mercury

Series transceivers provide an easy-to-install wire-

less network service with long range and secure operation at adaptive

data rates approaching 12 Mbps. The transceiver is ideally suited for

demanding applications in mobile or fixed environments, where reli-

ability and range are paramount.

The product is commonly used to send text documents, graphics,

email, video, voice over IP (VoIP), and a variety of other application

data between mobile, fixed-point, and LAN-based entities.

The transceiver comes in two primary models—Access Point and

Remote, each with unique hardware profiles. Both models support

Ethernet and serial services. An Access Point (AP) is a wireless hub

that usually provides connectivity into a wired Ethernet LAN/WAN.

Remotes associate over the air with an Access Point and are typically

connected to an Ethernet or Serial device via a cable.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

There are three main requirements for installing the transceiver—ade-

quate and stable primary power, a good antenna system, and the cor-

rect interface between the transceiver and the data device. The

Installation Setup Chart (center of this guide) shows a typical Remote

installation. Access Point and mobile Remote stations typically use

omnidirectional antennas whereas fixed-site Remotes typically use

directional antennas such as a Yagi or panel type. Otherwise, both

installations are similar.

INSTALLATION STEPS

A typical shipment consists of a transceiver, a power connector and

this start-up guide. Below are the basic steps for installing a trans-

ceiver. Refer to the

Mercury Reference Manual

for detailed informa-

tion. You will also find support information at the GE MDS Web site:

www.GEmds.com. Our Technical Services Team is available to assist

with any difficulties that may be encountered. Refer to the back of this

guide for contact information.

It is highly recommended that the Access Point unit be installed

first

so that

you can quickly check the operation of each associated Remote

as it is placed on the air.

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