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FCC ID: BIB61201001 OPERATION OF THE MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO MAN-OPS-6120 SDR-ARR PRELIMINARY January 16, 2007 Meteor Communications Corporation 22614 66th Avenue South. Kent, WA 98032 Tel: (253) 872-2521 Fax: (253) 872-7662 E-mail: mcc@meteorcomm.com On the Web: www.meteorcomm.com
2007 by Meteor Communications Corporation all rights reserved FCC ID: BIB61201001 GENERAL WARRANTY Meteor Communications Corporation (MCC) warrants that its products conform to the published specifications and are free from manufacturing and material defects for one year after shipment. Warranty-covered equipment that fails during the warranty period will be promptly repaired at MCCs facility in Kent, Washington. International customers are required to pay shipping costs to the MCC facility, with Seattle as the point of U.S. entry. MCC will pay incoming U.S. duty fees. MCC will pay for shipping costs to return the equipment to the customer, with the customer paying any and all return duty fees. This warranty is contingent upon proper use of the equipment and does not cover equipment that has been modified in any way without MCCs approval or has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress, or on which the original identification marks have been removed or altered. FCC ID: BIB61201001 Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users RF Exposure Information In order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy, the following precautions must be taken. 1. MOBILE ANTENNA INSTALLATION The following instructions apply to antenna mounting on metal-body vehicles or those equipped with a suitable ground plane. Mount antennas in the following areas:
o The center of the roof of the vehicle or, o The center of the trunk lid of the vehicle, provided the Minimum Separation Distance (see chart below) between the antenna and rear seat passengers is maintained. Frequency Band Antenna Antenna type 39 - 50 MHz 151 - 162 MHz 896-901MHz/935-940 MHz 896-901MHz/935-940 MHz 2412 - 2462 MHz 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof or trunk lid of vehicle 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof or trunk lid of vehicle 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof or trunk lid of vehicle 5/8 wave over 1/4 wave colinear mounted to roof or trunk lid of vehicle 3 dBi ominidirectional maximum duty cycle Minimum Separation Distance cm in 15.00% 109.2 43.0 50.00% 114.3 45.0 50.00% 63.5 25.0 50.00% 88.9 100.00% 20 35.0 7.9 Install all antennas in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Always disable the transmitter when installing or servicing an antenna or transmission line or when working near and installed antenna. FCC ID: BIB61201001 Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users RF Exposure Information In order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy, the following precautions must be taken. 2. MOBILE OPERATION The user should be fully trained in the operation of the radio, including factors that influence RF exposure, such as the proximity of people to an antenna during transmission times. Do not operate the voice-enabled transmitters more than 50% of the time. Operate the voice-enabled transmitters only when people outside of the vehicle are located at least the Minimum Separation Distance from the transmitting antenna. When these precautions are taken, an installation with this device satisfies the FCC requirements for RF Exposure. 3. BASE INSTALLATION Base antennas should be installed on permanent outdoor structures. RF Exposure compliance at such sites must be addressed on a site-by-site basis. FCC ID: BIB61201001 REVISION PAGE Document Title: Operation of the MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Document Number: MAN-OM-6120 SDR-ARR Revision #
Redline Initial Date 1/16/2007 Redline Release (with RF Exposure updates) Revision Initial Release A B C D E F G H I PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 Title TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1.0 INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................1-1 1.1 Manual Organization .................................................................................................1-2 1.2 Related Documents ....................................................................................................1-3 2.0 DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................................2-4 General.......................................................................................................................2-4 2.1 Functionality Overview .............................................................................................2-5 2.2 SDR Modules.............................................................................................................2-9 2.3 Detailed Specifications ..............................................................................................2-9 2.4 2.5 Memory Organization..............................................................................................2-12 3.0 INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................3-1 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.2.2.1 3.2.2.2 3.2.2.3 3.2.2.4 3.2.2.5 3.2.2.6 Site Selection .............................................................................................................3-1 3.1.1 External Noise/Interference ..................................................................................3-1 3.1.2 DC Power Source..................................................................................................3-2 3.1.3 Antenna Selection .................................................................................................3-3 3.1.4 Antenna Height .....................................................................................................3-3 Equipment Installation ...............................................................................................3-5 3.2.1 Mobile Installations ..............................................................................................3-5 3.2.2 Cable Connections ................................................................................................3-5 DC Power Input..................................................................................................................... 3-6 LB/HB Connectors................................................................................................................ 3-7 GPS Antenna......................................................................................................................... 3-7 802.11(b) ............................................................................................................................... 3-7 I/O Port.................................................................................................................................. 3-7 Ethernet/USB Connector..................................................................................................... 3-11 Power-Up Sequence.................................................................................................3-13 3.3.1 Connect Operator Terminal ................................................................................3-13 3.3.2 Power Connection...............................................................................................3-13 3.3.3 Initialization Procedures .....................................................................................3-14 Verify Device Type............................................................................................................. 3-14 Verify ID Number ............................................................................................................... 3-15 Verify Channel Frequency .................................................................................................. 3-15 Select Site Name ................................................................................................................. 3-16 Enter Script Files................................................................................................................. 3-16 Operational Test Procedure......................................................................................3-18 3.4.1 RF Test................................................................................................................3-18 3.3.3.1 3.3.3.2 3.3.3.3 3.3.3.4 3.3.3.5 3.4 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 LIST OF FIGURES Typical Network Figure 1.0
....................................................................................................... 1-1 2.1-1 MCC-6120 SDR Photograph ..................................................................................... 2-1 2.2-1 MCC-6120 SDR Radio.............................................................................................. 2-2 Page LIST OF TABLES Page Table 2.1 MCC-6120 SDR General Specifications ................................................................... 2-9 2.2 MCC-6120 SDR Low Band Receiver Specifications................................................ 2-10 2.3 MCC-6120 SDR Low Band Transmitter Specifications ........................................... 2-10 2.4 MCC-6120 SDR High Band Receiver Specifications ............................................... 2-11 2.5 MCC-6120 SDR High Band Transmitter Specifications........................................... 2-11 2.6 MCC-6120 SDR Microprocessor Specifications....................................................... 2-12 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used in this manual:
When presented in the text, user commands and computer printout are boldfaced; e.g., Enter DELETE. Command parameters are presented in lower case; e.g., DEFINE,id. Optional parameters are enclosed in brackets; e.g., TIME{,hh:mm:ss}
Names of terminal keys are capitalized and enclosed in square brackets when mentioned in the text; e.g., Press [ESC]. Names of hardware switches, meters, etc. are capitalized; e.g., PWR ON switch. NOTE Used for special emphasis of material IMPORTANT Used for added emphasis of material CAUTION Cautions the operator to proceed carefully WARNING! WARNING! WARNING!
Used in cases where failure to heed the message may result in personal injury or equipment damage. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS A/D ACK ADC AP AUX AVL BPSK CIM CMU CR CSMA DAC DMC DGPS DHCP DSP DTA EAP-TLS EEPROM Analog-to-Digital Acknowledgement Analog-to-Digital Converter Access Point Auxiliary Port Automatic Vehicle Location Binary Phase Shift Keying Configuration Information Module Communications Management Unit Carriage Return Carrier Sense Multiple Access Digital-to-Analog Converter Data, Management and Control Differential GPS Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Digital Signal Processing Data Port Extensible Authentication Protocol Transport Layer Security Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory Extended-Line-of-Sight End-to-End Acknowledgement Forward Error Correction ELOS ETE FEC FLASH RAM Nonvolatile Memory (faster than EEPROM) GMSK GPS HPI KBPS LAN LED LOS MBC MBCS MCC MNT Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying Global Positioning System Host Port Interface Kilo (1,000) bits per seconds Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode Line-of-Sight Meteor Burst Communication Meteor Burst Communication System Meteor Communications Corporation Maintenance Port MPL MSC NAT NAPT NMEA PC RAM RF RTCM RTOS RX SCADA SDATA SDR SMX SNP SPDT TCP TCP/IP TDMA TELNET TX UPDT USB UTC VSWR WEP KEY WIFI WLAN WPA XTERMW Modem Programming Language Master Station Control Protocol Network Address Translation Network Address Port Translation National Marine Electronic Association Personal Computer Random Access Memory Radio Frequency Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services Real-Time Operating System Receive Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Sensor Data Software Defined Radio RTOS for ColdFire Processor System Network Parameter Single Pole Double Throw Transmission Control Protocol Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Time Division Multiple Access Terminal Emulation Program for TCP/IP Networks Transmit Update Universal Serial Bus Universal Time Clock Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Wired Equivalent Privacy Key IEEE 802.11-based Wireless Local Area Network Wireless Local Area Network WIFI Protected Acess Terminal Emulator for Windows PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.0 INTRODUCTION The MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO is used in MCCs Network. This is an Extended Line-of-Sight (ELOS), packet switched, digital data network that operates on a single frequency in the low VHF band (40-50 MHz), a high VHF band (151-162 MHz), or a UHF band
(896-901/935-940 MHz). A network has a cellular structure that uses the programmable MCC-
6120 SDR as a base station, a repeater and as a remote station. One or more Data Centers are normally used for the central collection and distribution of data to a customers office. The network can be as small as one base station or may be comprised of thousands of base stations, repeaters and remote stations. The networks are used for position reporting in mobile applications (AVL), fixed site data collection (SCADA) and messaging. ELOS RF NETWORK M M B R B DATA NETWORK DATA CENTER OR HOST CLIENTS OFFICES CLIENTS OFFICES OTHER CLIENTS R M B M B R M BASE STATION REPEATER STATION REMOTE STATION (FIXED OR MOBILE) M M M R M TYPICAL NETWORK FIGURE 1.0 The MCC-6120 SDR can be dynamically programmed to operate in three distinct modes: (1) as a base station, (2) a repeater station, or (3) as a remote station. As a base station it is connected to a Data Center or Host through a Data Network. The Data Network can be frame relay, microwave, the Internet or other forms of existing infrastructure. The MCC-6120 SDR has two Ethernet (10MHz) network interface adaptors. If a direct connection is not available the MCC-
6120 SDR operates as a repeater into the nearest base station. Multiple repeater links may be chained together for expansion of the network when no other communication infrastructure is available. In addition the unit has an 802.11(b) network adaptor that can be used to connect to PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-2 802.11(b) access points in the infrastructure mode, or to other 802.11(b) devices in an add-hoc mode. As a remote station it can operate as a mobile unit roaming throughout the entire network, automatically linking with the nearest base station or repeater. When a remote station is installed at a fixed site it also links itself automatically to the nearest base station or repeater. The MCC-6120 SDR operates line-of-sight using groundwave. The range of communication by groundwave is primarily determined by diffraction around the curvature of the earth, atmospheric diffraction and tropospheric propagation. These ranges are successfully extended by MCC through the use of robust protocols, sensitive receivers, 100 watt transmitters (low band) or 30 watt transmitters (high band), and short packetized messages. MBNET200 is the operating system that successfully integrates these features, providing error-free communication throughout the network at ranges from 25-50 miles. The network protocol embedded within the MCC-6120 SDR uses a combination of both carrier sense multiple access (CSMA) and time division multiple access (TDMA) for achieving a channel utilization rate greater than 90%. The MCC-6120 SDR uses GMSK modulation and has selectable data rates of 4.8 Kbps, 9.6Kbps and 19.2Kbps. Data rates and modulation filtering are limited by internal software to values that have been type accepted by the FCC for the particular frequency band selected. This prevents transmitting on an unauthorized frequency or modulation format. The MCC-6120 SDR has an embedded 32-bit controller for managing all the network functions associated with a packet switched data network and for interfacing to a variety of peripheral devices. In addition, it has a built-in test capability that automatically monitors the operating integrity of the unit at all times. This feature also eliminates the need for any special test equipment during the installation phase. A laptop, or equivalent, is required to initialize and operate the MCC-6120 SDR packet radio. 1.1 Manual Organization There are three major sections in this manual, plus a number of appendices:
Section 2.0 DESCRIPTION This section provides both a physical description and a functional description of each module in the MCC-6120 SDR. The detailed technical specifications are provided for each printed circuit board assembly (PCA), as well as the organization of the units computer memory. Section 3.0 This section covers site selection and general installation guidelines, including instructions for cabling, antenna and power source connections. Power up procedures, initialization and INSTALLATION PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-3 functional test procedures are described that should be performed prior to placing the MCC-6120 SDR on-line within the network. 1.2 Related Documents Additional documents and application notes that may be helpful in the operation of the MCC-
6120 SDR Packet Radio in an ELOS Network are given below. They can be obtained from MCC or downloaded from MCCs web site, www.meteorcomm.com. 1.2.1 MBNET 200 A Complete List of all Commands and Printouts 1.2.2 DMC Data Monitor and Control, DMC 6.338, Users Manual, December 22, 2005 1.2.3 XTERMW Operation of the XTERMW Terminal Emulation Program for Windows, April 2, 2001 1.2.4 FleetTrak Network Performance and System Capacity, EDT 11037, March 9, 1999 1.2.5 MPL Modem Programming Language Users Manual, September 26, 2004 1.2.6 Related Application Notes:
MCC-545 Event Programming, March 5, 2003 CIM management with Password Protect Mode, April 1, 2003 MSC2 Protocol Interface Control Document, January 31, 2005 CR10X Data Acquisition, January 25, 2000 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-4 2.0 DESCRIPTION 2.1 General The MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio provides packet switched communications from fixed or mobile sites to a central Host. It can be used for sending and receiving messages, position reporting, data logging, or other custom applications. The unit is packaged in a stainless steel, weather-resistant enclosure that measures 9.5L X 4.0W X 4.3 H and weighs 6.0 pounds. A photograph of the MCC-6120 SDR is given in Figure 2.1-1. MCC-6120 SDR PHOTOGRAPH FIGURE 2.1-1 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-5 2.2 Functionality Overview Introduction The MCC-6120 SDR is the next step in the evolution of the MCC family of Packet Data Radios. The necessity for providing customers with simple, yet powerful, fixed and mobile communications capabilities has led to the development of a Software Defined Radio (SDR) coupled to a Communications Management Unit (CMU). The previous design, known as the MCC-545C, used a 20 MHz Motorola 68332 processor, 40 MHz Low-Band VHF GMSK analog receiver/DSP transmitter, and had three RS-232 serial ports for interfacing to external equipment. The MCC-6120 SDR has added additional capabilities including a 50 MHz Motorola ColdFire 5485 processor, TI Digital Signal Processor, TCP/IP stack, two Ethernet ports, an 802.11b port, two USB ports, and a second RF transceiver in the 160 MHz band. This section will describe the type of message transport services that are provided, then describe the commands required to configure the various services. Message Transport Services Figure 2.2-1 shows the CMU in relation to its ports and Low-Band Radio Link. This paragraph will discuss the ways the CMU can provide message transport services between the external applications that may be attached to the various ports. TCP/IP TELNET MSC TCP/IP TCP/IP TELNET MSC TCP/IP SDRNET.DWG Ethernet-1 Ethernet-2 MSC MSC SMX FILE 802.3 802.3 RS-232 USB USB WiFi 802-11b 802.11b CMU TELNET TCP/IP MSC TCP/IP SDR MBNET Low Band Base TELNET RS-232 3 D 802.3 MSC TCP/IP High Band ATCS MeteorComm SDR Radio FIGURE 2.2-1 The MCC software architecture allows any of its ports to be assigned to a wide variety of device drivers. This provides a very flexible means of configuring any radio to meet particular PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-6 Customer and system requirements. New device drivers have been developed to provide this same flexibility to the Ethernet and WIFI ports. For example, a laptop, tablet or palm computer can be set up to run Xtermw.exe connected through one of the Ethernet ports or WIFI (in ad-hoc mode) to operate as the maintenance terminal. Another example is that a local host computer can connect through one of the Ethernet ports and route IP packets through the CMU and WIFI port (in Infrastructure mode) to an Access Point, and on to a WAN-based Central Host System. TCP/IP The TCP/IP stack is a shared library that allows the Ethernet and WIFI ports to operate as traditional IP Network connections with IP-Forwarding (routing). In the MCC-545C, use of Ethernet connections was provided only by external terminal-server boxes connected to the RS-
232 serial ports. Only ASCII (TELNET) and MSC or MSC2 protocols could be used for interfacing with external equipment. The MCC-6120 SDR CMU has the Ethernet and WIFI built-in, and can be directly interfaced to many Ethernet Devices using the standard Sockets software API. Each Ethernet and WIFI port can be given its own IP address. The initial version of MCC-6120 SDR software allows each port to have from 1 to 4 application ports. These are numbered from 4000 4011. DHCP Client Either Ethernet port or the WIFI port can have DHCP-Client enabled to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP server located on its subnet. DHCP Server Either Ethernet port or the WIFI port can have DHCP-Server enabled to automatically supply an IP address to devices located on its subnet. This is a limited implementation and can only supply IP addresses, not any other configuration data options. NAT The Network Address Translation (NAT) protocol can be configured to separate a private subnet from the public network. As the private hosts send IP packets to the public network, the NAT routing function translates the private IP addresses into public IP addresses. As packets come back from the public network, the translation is reversed and the packet delivered to the correct private IP address. Options exist for assigning static IP addresses, and defining dynamic IP addresses to be used for the translation. NAPT The Network Address Port Translation (NAPT) protocol is similar to NAT, except a range of port numbers are defined to be used by the router in the address translation. In this way, a single private and public IP address can be used on each side of the router. The private processes are PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-7 assigned one of the port numbers out of the given port number set when they send IP packets to the public Network. Address translation happens using the public IP address and newly assigned port number. ASCII (TELNET) The ASCII protocol is basically a dumb serial protocol transported over a TCP connection. This is useful for connections to maintenance terminals that use XTERMW.EXE as a terminal emulator. MSC Protocol Suite The Master Station Control (MSC) protocol suite is a set of packet protocols that can be used on any RS-232 port as well as transported over any TCP connection. The suite is composed of three packet protocols that operate much like UDP, in that data is transported from source to destination without establishing an end-to-end TCP/IP connection first. The source and destination addressing uses 16-bit Radio IDs instead of IP addresses. MSC is the original packet protocol and operates with a stop-and-wait link layer where each packet is sent by first asking permission, then sending the packet if permitted. MSC2 is an extension of MSC. It uses the same packet-body message and command layer formats, but uses a windowing type of link layer to achieve higher throughput. MSC3 is an extension of the command layer formats to allow MSC or MSC2 link layer connections to operate on multiple ports. WIFI, AP, AD-HOC, Wireless Security The WIFI port (802.11b) can be set up to connect to an Access Point (AP) in Infrastructure mode, or to other WIFI devices in ad-hoc mode. The WIFI port can not operate in both modes at once. An option can set the port to AUTO mode where it will use an AP if one is in range, or else it can use an ad-hoc connection. The choice of SSID strings is user-configurable. Once connected, the WIFI link operates like the Ethernet links with full TCP/IP capability. The host processors connected to an Ethernet port will be able to connect through the CMU and WIFI line to IP addresses on the WAN that the AP is connected to. Roaming between access points is not yet supported. Two security options, WEP and WPA, are available (in addition to no security):
WEP Wired Equivalency Privacy This mode uses a password to act as an encryption key. If a 5-byte key is used, then 64-bit encryption is utilized. If a 13-byte key is used then 128-bit encryption is utilized. The WEP key is entered in hexadecimal format using only 0-9 and A-F characters. Authentication must be handled at the application level. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-8 WPA WIFI Protected Access This mode also uses encryption as well as authentication. There are three WPA variations supported:
PSK Pre Shared Key A passphrase of 8-63 ASCII characters is required. The passphrase is used to generate an encryption key. This is sometimes called WPA-Personal (and should not be confused with different PSK modulation schemes used by the various SDR transceivers). EAP-TLS Extensible Authentication ProtocolTransport Layer Security This mode uses certificates for authentication. A password (up to 32 bytes expressed in hexadecimal format) is needed to decrypt key information from the certificate. Access points are connected to a Radius server which performs authentication. EAP-TTLS Extensible Authentication ProtocolTunneled Transport Layer Security This mode uses certificates only on the server side for authentication. A password (up to 64 ASCII characters) is needed to obtain key information. Access points are connected to a Radius server which performs authentication. USB Ports and SMX File Two USB ports are provided. One port is for connecting a Flash-memory device for use as disk file storage. The SMX-file software device-driver lets application software in the CMU create, delete, read and write Flash-memory files. The second USB port is for connecting serial devices that emulate RS-232 ports. This option is not yet available. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-9 2.3 SDR Modules The MCC-6120 SDR contains four printed circuit board assemblies as shown in Figure 2.3-1. A 32-bit Communications Management Unit (CMU) microprocessor controller performs the radio control, link and network protocol functions. This assembly also contains a digital signal processor (DSP) and a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for generating the GMSK RF signal. The DSP also receives and demodulates the receive GMSK signals on all bands. A 30W, 3-stage power amplifier, filters, and mixers for operation in the 151-162 MHz band A 100W, 3-stage power amplifier in the 39-50 MHz band. A 12-channel GPS receiver that can be mounted on the processor board as an optional subassembly. An 802.11(b) Module (15mW) mounted on the CMU board. All components are soldered in place using surface mount technology. As an option, the boards can be conformal coated with an acrylic encapsulate that contains a tropicalizing, anti-fungal agent to provide additional protection against moisture and contamination. 2.4 Detailed Specifications The detailed specifications for each of the printed circuit board assemblies are given in Tables 2.1 through 2.6. MCC-6120 SDR GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Dimensions Weight Temperature Range Power Requirements SPECIFICATION 10.6L X 4.0W X 4.4H 6.0 lbs.
-30 to 60 C (-22 to 140 F) 12 VDC Nominal (10-15 VDC) Standby: 600 mA (Continuous) Transmit: 22 Amps Nominal (Low Band) 8 Amps Nominal (High Band) TABLE 2.1 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-10 MCC-6120 SDR LOWBAND RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency Modulation: Rate Type Format Noise Figure Sensitivity: Bit Error Rate < 10-3 at 9.6 kbps IF Bandwidth (3/80 db) RF Bandwidth (3 db) Signal Acquisition Time 3rd Order Intercept Point Image Response Attenuation Spurious Response Attenuation I/O SPECIFICATION 39-50 MHz .0005%
DDS 1 Hz steps 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps BPSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ
< 8 dB minimum
-113 dBm at 9.6 kbps -110 at 19.2 kbps 13/40 kHz typical 13 MHz typical
< 5 msec
>- 4 dBm
> 70 dB minimum
> 70 dB minimum MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) TABLE 2.2 MCC-6120 SDR LOWBAND TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency RF Power Output Load VSWR Harmonic Levels Modulation: Rate Type Format Spurious Transmit Modulation Spectrum Tx Duty Cycle T/R Switch I/O High VSWR Protection SPECIFICATION 39-50 MHz .0005% Synthesized 10kHz steps
> 100 Watts at 12 VDC Input
< 2:1 Rated Power 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps BPSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ
> 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 10 kHz offset 40 db 25 kHz offset 70 db 16% Max without shutting down transmitter 20% will shut down the transmitter Solid-State Switching Time < 100 microseconds MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) Withstands Infinite VSWR TABLE 2.3 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-11 MCC-6120 SDR HIGH BAND RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency Modulation: Rate Type Format Noise Figure Sensitivity: Bit Error Rate < 10-3 at 9.6 kbps IF Bandwidth (3/80 db) RF Bandwidth (3 db) Signal Acquisition Time 3rd Order Intercept Point Image Response Attenuation Spurious Response Attenuation I/O SPECIFICATION 151-160.6 MHz
.0005% DDS 1 Hz steps 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps GFSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ 5kHz deviation Voice 2.5kHz deviation Voice
< 9 dB minimum
-112 dBm 13/40 kHz typical 13 MHz typical
< 5 msec
>- 4 dBm
> 70 dB minimum
> 70 dB minimum MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) TABLE 2.4 MCC-6120 SDR HIGH BAND TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency RF Power Output Load VSWR Harmonic Levels Modulation: Rate Type Format Spurious Transmit Modulation Spectrum Tx Duty Cycle T/R Switch I/O High VSWR Protection SPECIFICATION 151-162 MHz
.0005% Synthesized 10KHz steps
> 30 Watts at 13.5 VDC Input
< 2:1 Rated Power 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps GFSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ 5kHz deviation Voice 2.5kHz deviation Voice
> 70 db below Unmodulated Carrier 10 kHz offset 40 db 25 kHz offset 70 db 16% Max without shutting down transmitter 20% will shut down the transmitter Solid-State Switching Time < 100 microseconds MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) Withstands Infinite VSWR TABLE 2.5 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-12 MCC-6120 SDR MICROPROCESSOR SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Main Processor Memory:
Switches:
Program Storage Data Storage Parameter Storage Calibration Storage S1 SPECIFICATION Motorola MC68332FC 32-bit Embedded Controller 2M x 16 non-volatile Flash memory (Flash1) 64M x 16 dynamic RAM 2M x 16 non-volatile Flash memory (Flash2) 8K EEPROM System Reset, Momentary TABLE 2.6 2.5 Memory Organization The MCC-6120 SDR has four types of memory:
Program Memory The Program Memory is non-volatile Flash memory (2Meg x 16). This is also referred to as Flash1 in the documentation. It contains the MBNET200 image software, the DSP image software, configuration, and application software. These programs are installed at the MCC facilities at the time of shipment. The information stored in the Program Memory is referred to as factory defaults. Parameter Memory The Parameter Memory is non-volatile Flash memory (2Meg x 16). This is also referred to as Flash2. It contains the configuration data for the unit such as the customer number, the serial number and ID of the MCC-6120 SDR and the authorized FCC frequencies it may use. This information is normally programmed into the unit prior to shipment. The Script files are also stored in Parameter memory, either at the MCC facilities or on site. Calibration Memory The Calibration Memory is serial Electrically Erasable memory (8,192 Kbyte EEPROM) used to store specific parameters associated with the calibration of the radio. These parameters are set when the radio is manufactured and/or when it is recalibrated by trained technicians in a laboratory. They cannot be changed in the field. These parameters include:
freqcal lb_rx-gain hb_rx-gain hb_tx-gain Calibrates the 19.2 MHz TCXO Calibrates the Low Band RSSI (detrf) Calibrates the High Band RSSI (detrf) Calibrates the High Band Tx gain When the unit is rebooted by entering the BOOT command, or whenever the unit is power cycled, the ColdFire software will reload these PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-13 Data Memory parameters into the DSP. They can also be reloaded by entering the following command LOADCAL. The Data Memory is volatile 64 MByte RAM (16 Meg x 32). Date, time, executable programs, command parameters and program dynamic data
(messages, data, position, etc) are all stored in RAM during normal operations. During normal operation, the MCC-6120 SDR software uses the data and configuration parameters stored in RAM. If the data information in RAM is lost or corrupted, for whatever reason, the configuration parameters can be retrieved from Parameter and/or Calibration memory. This ensures uninterrupted operation. The RAM contents will be lost under the following conditions:
The Reboot command is issued. The Reset button (S1) is depressed (located inside the unit) The internal backup battery fails or is disconnected. (By unsoldering) The watchdog timer initiates a restart. The unit is powered off The software will detect these events and will recopy the parameters and configuration values from Parameter memory back into RAM when operation is resumed. If the contents of Parameter memory become invalid the unit will revert to the factory defaults in Program memory. The Operator Port of the MCC-6120 SDR is programmed with the following default configuration at the time of shipment:
Baud rate Data bits Stop bit Parity Protocol Flow control no 9600 8 1 no ASCII This provides a known starting point when first connecting an operator terminal to the MCC-
6120 SDR. This setting should not be changed. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-1 3.0 INSTALLATION Site selection and general installation guidelines are provided in this section, including instructions for cabling, antenna and power source connections. Power up procedures, initialization and preliminary functional test procedures are described that should be performed prior to placing the MCC-6120 SDR on-line within the network. The following types of installations are described:
Base Stations and Repeaters Mobiles Fixed Data Collection Sites 3.1 Site Selection The site selection criteria given in this section is generally applicable for base stations, repeaters and fixed data sites. General guidelines for mobiles are provided in Section 3.2.1. There are 4 important factors to consider in selecting an optimum site:
External noise/interference DC power source Antenna height Antenna type 3.1.1 External Noise/Interference Noise and signal interference can reduce the performance of the MCC-6120 SDR. The most common sources of noise and interference are as follows:
Power Line Noise Computer-Generated Interference External Signal Interference Power Line Noise One of the main sources of external noise are high voltage power lines. Noise on these lines is generated by high voltage breakdown occurring on power line hardware such as transformers and insulators. This noise can be seen on the MCC-6120 SDR using the MM command enter MM,100,DIST to see the distribution of noise detected at the site. Typical power line noise will occur as a series of spikes every 8 ms (1/60 Hz) or every 10 ms (1/50 Hz). The level of the spikes will be much higher than the normal background noise floor (usually -120 dBm or less). The number of spikes can vary, depending upon the level of interference, from one or two every PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-2 8-10 ms to several dozen every 8-10 ms. As the number of spikes increase, the level of interference also increases. When setting up a site, always use the MM command to determine the level of the power line noise interference. It is mandatory that power line noise be avoided for an optimum site. Try to place the receiver antenna well away from power lines. Power companies are required to properly maintain their power lines to reduce noise. Call the local utility in case of severe noise. NOTE Computer-Generated Interference All computers and printers contain high-speed circuits that generate spurious signals throughout the 39-50, 151-160 MHz band. Interference will result if any of these signals couple into the antenna at the MCC-6120 SDR receive frequency. To minimize this type of interference, try to keep the antenna away from computers by at least 100 feet. Signal Interference This type of interference will occur whenever another transmitter is producing harmonics at the receiver center frequency of the MCC-6120 SDR. Antenna nulling and spatial separation can be used to reduce this type on interference. NOTE
). With XTERMW installed (see Section 3.3), the STAT command can be used to determine the site antenna noise levels. Ideally, the background noise levels should be less than 107 dBm
(1m V into 50W 3.1.2 DC Power Source The MCC-6120 SDR requires a 12-15 VDC power source. The average standby current is about 600 mA. When the unit transmits (low band) it requires about 22 amps for 100 msec. For normal operation, including the transmitter, the average current requirement will be approximately 2.8A when operating at a normal duty cycle of 10%. An automobile battery provides an excellent power source. When the unit is operating as a base station there will normally be AC power available. A car battery connected to a battery charger provides a good solution. In the event of a power outage the battery will keep the MCC-6120 SDR on-line and operational for several days until the power is restored. CAUTION The MCC-6120 SDR does not have an internal fuse and consideration should be given to installing an external fuse. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-3 The power cable between the battery and the MCC-6120 SDR should be kept shorter than 10 feet and rated at #14 AWG or lower. (See Section 3.2.2.1 for more details.) 3.1.3 Antenna Selection Vertical polarization is used in a network to provide omni-directional coverage to all adjacent nodes in the LOS network. A good choice for a base station antenna is dual stacked dipoles mounted on two sides of a triangular tower. A wavelength whip is a good antenna choice for a data collection site. For mobile applications, a wavelength dipole is a good choice when mounting to a roof for fender of a vehicle. IMPORTANT load. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users at the front of this manual for RF Exposure Information. This section contains a list of precautions that must be observed in order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy. The information bandwidth of the system is less than 25 kHz, therefore, a very narrow bandwidth antenna may be used. The antenna must provide a 50W Always consult with MCCs engineering department for assistance when any questions arise with respect to antenna selection. Assembly instructions are included with each antenna. Please refer to these for proper assembly for all antenna elements. 3.1.4 Antenna Height In general, the higher the antenna is above ground the better the performance will be. The link gain will be increased by approximately 6 db every time the antenna height is doubled. A trade-
off will be the antenna cable length because this must be kept as short as possible to minimize line losses. Line loss between the antenna and the MCC-6120 SDR should be less than 2 db. A table of cable loss (at 50 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex PRELIMINARY Diam.
(Inches) 3.0 1.8 1.2 2.0 1.0
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-4
.48
.26 LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 160 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet
.500
.875 15.0 33.0 Diam.
(Inches) 5.1 2.6 1.8 3.7 1.9
.82
.45 RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 1000 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet Diam.
(Inches) 13.4 7.3 5.3 9.6 4.9 2.2 1.3 RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 2.4 GHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet Diam.
(Inches) RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LDR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax When operating at a fixed data collection site an antenna height of 20 feet above ground will normally be sufficient. 211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 21.8 12.3 9.3 15.2 7.9 3.4 1.9
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network INTALLATION 3-5 FCC ID: BIB61201001 PRELIMINARY 3.2 Equipment Installation The MCC-6120 SDR operates over a temperature range from -30 C to +60 C and is normally housed in a stainless steel enclosure; however, it is not waterproof. A NEMA waterproof enclosure is recommended for outdoor installations. To ensure proper operation, shielded cable is recommended for all connectors. Always use adequate strain relief on all cables and a weatherproof seal at the entry point of the enclosure. If the unit is housed inside a restricted enclosure care must be taken to remove excess heat from inside the enclosure. The MCC-6120 SDR will consume 12-15 watts in a receive-only mode. While transmitting, the unit can consume up to 150 watts. Operating at a 10% duty cycle will, therefore, result in a power dissipation of about 30 watts. 3.2.1 Mobile Installations Mobile applications can include vehicles, aircraft, vessels, and locomotives. A different type of antenna may be required for each application. For example, a 3 whip (at low band or high band VHF) is generally a good solution for vehicles. Low profile antennas, vertically polarized, are required for locomotives. 10 whips are generally used for vessels; these antennas should be designed for operation in maritime environments. Consult with the MCC sales department for specific antennas recommended. For vehicle installations the MCC-6120 SDR may be mounted in any convenient location, e.g., in the trunk, under the seat, or in the engine compartment. IMPORTANT Refer to the Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users at the front of this manual for RF Exposure Information. This section contains a list of precautions that must be observed in order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy. 3.2.2 Cable Connections There are a maximum of eight (8) cable connections to be made to the MCC-6120 SDR as shown below. These connections are used for both mobile and fixed site applications. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-6 Ethernet & USB Ports I/O Port DC Power Input 900 MHz
(UHF) Antenna Port
[MCC-6100 only]
802.11(b) Antenna Port High Band Antenna Port GPS Antenna Port Low Band Antenna Port 3.2.2.1 DC Power Input The MCC-6120 SDR requires a power source that can deliver up to 25 amps of pulsed power
(100 msec) out of a +12 VDC to +14VDC power source. The 25 amp power demand will cause a voltage drop to occur at the transmitter input, resulting in reduced transmit power, unless the power cable to the source is sized appropriately. MCC recommends using two #16 AWG wires for both the power and ground and a cable length that does not exceed 10 feet. If a longer cable is required use #14 AWG. MCC provides a standard 6 foot power cable with lugs for connecting to a 3/8 battery post (Part No. 14001350-01). The power connector pins are as follows:
The voltage at pins 1 and 4 should not drop by more than 2VDC during transmission. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network INTALLATION 3-7 FCC ID: BIB61201001 PRELIMINARY 3.2.2.2 LB/HB Connectors Connect the Low Band VHF and High Band VHF antenna cables to the two BNC RF connectors, being careful to observe the proper frequency bands. Use double-shielded coax for all connections. RG-223 (double-shielded) may be used for cable lengths under 30 feet for the low band and high band antenna. Use a double-shielded cable RG-214 for lengths up to 100 feet for the low and high bands. Refer to Section 3.1.4 for coax cable losses at the various frequency bands. 3.2.2.3 GPS Antenna Connect an external GPS antenna to this SMA connector on the front panel when the internal GPS receiver is used. Note: GPS antennas have a built in amplifiers that require a DC voltage
(3-5 V) on the center conductor. 3.2.2.4 802.11(b) Connect an external 802.11(b) antenna to this reverse-SMA connector on the front panel. Use the Antenex TRA24003P 3dB omni directional antenna for the 802.11(b) antenna. Avoid excessive cable lengths that would induce >3 dB cable loss from the antenna to the radio. It is recommended that LMR 240 Ultra Flex be used for cable runs up to 20 feet. If longer runs are required, use the LMR 400 Ultra Flex cable. 3.2.2.5 I/O Port The 44 pin I/O connector on the front panel includes three RS-232 ports and one Sensor port. MCC provides a standard cable harness that breaks out these four ports as shown below:
I/O Port
(44 Pin) Operator Port
(9 Pin) Data Port
(9 Pin) Aux Port
(9 Pin) Sensor Port
(25 Pin) MCC PART NO. 14001352-01 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-8 3.2.2.5.1 Operator Port The Operator Port is normally connected to a local operator terminal. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. Signal CD Tx Data Rx Data OPERATOR PORT 9S Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DTR Ground DSR RTS CTS Not Used 3.2.2.5.2 Data Port The Data Port may be used for connecting to a data logger, GPS receiver or other serial input device. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. DATA PORT 9S Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Signal Not Used Tx Data Rx Data DTR Ground DSR RTS CTS Ring PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-9 3.2.2.5.3 Auxiliary Port (AUX) The AUX PORT may be connected to a GPS receiver or other serial input device. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. This port is also used for interfacing to MCC test equipment (pins 6, 8, and 9). AUX PORT 9S Signal Not Used Tx Data Rx Data Not Used Ground MCLK (TTL) Not Used MDIR (TTL) MSET (TTL) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 IMPORTANT The AUX port connector has three extra pins (pins 6, 8, and 9) whose signals do not conform to the RS-232 standard. These are for MCC test purposes. These pins will NOT interfere with a normal 3-wire RS-232 connector (pins 2, 3, and 5). 3.2.2.5.4 Sensor Port The Sensor port is used as a general purpose Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
(SCADA) interface requiring limited I/O in lieu of a full data logging capability. Use a mating cable with a 25-pin male D connector for access to the various functions. For convenience, this cable may be routed to a terminal block for interfacing to the various sensors and other external devices. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-10 SENSOR PORT Signal Optocoupled input #1 positive
(no connection) Optocoupled input #2 positive Optocoupled input return Optocoupled input #3 positive
(no connection) Optocoupled input #4 positive
(no connection) Ground MIC_HI MIC_LO Push-To-Talk RX_AUDIO1 RX_AUDIO2 MUTE Switched +12V (0.5A maximum) Analog Input #1 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #2 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #3 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #4 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #5 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #6 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
+5V Reference
(10mA for sensor excitation)
+12V (0.5A maximum) Detected RF Test Point Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 D25S SENSOR PORT I N1 +
NC I N2 +
I N I N3 +
NC I N4 +
NC GND MI C _ HI MI C _ L O P T T R X _ A U D I O 1 R X _ A U D I O 2 MUTE
+12Vsw A DC1 A DC2 A DC3 A DC4 A DC5 A DC6
+5VREF
+12V DETRF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-11 3.2.2.6 Ethernet/USB Connector The SDR has two Ethernet Network two independent Interface Adaptors and two USB adaptors. Connections to these adaptors are made thru a 15 pin sub miniature D connector located on the front panel. An interface cable (provided by MCC) is used to break these connections into standard RJ 45 plugs for the Ethernet signals and a standard USB Host connector for the USB Host, and a standard USB Device connector for the second USB port. The Host port is used to plug memory sticks and camera devices into. The second USB port allows the SDR to operate as a USB Host, so it can be used to connect a laptop into for purposes of programming the radio. Ethernet-USB Connectors PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-12 DTR CD DSR RTS CTS RXDA TXDA GND RXDB TXDB GND RTSB DTRB RINGB DSRB CTSB RXDC TXDC GND MDIR MCLK MSET GND GND IN1+
NC IN2+
IN IN3+
GND IN4+
NC GND MIC_HI MIC_LO PTT GND MUTE
+12VSW ADC1 ADC2 ADC3 ADC4 ADC5 ADC6
+5V REF
+12V DET RF RX_AUDIO1 RX_AUDIO2 DS9 OPERATOR PORT D9S DATA PORT D9S AUX PORT D25S I/O PORT 4 1 6 7 8 3 2 5 9 3 2 5 7 4 9 6 8 1 3 2 5 8 6 9 4 7 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24 23 4
7 1 21 8 32 36 34 35 31 33 22 10 28 12 13 8 27 19 20 18 3 1 2 16 17 25 15 14 29 11 26 9 43 38 39 40 37 42 41 30 44 5 I/O PORT (44 PIN) PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY 3.3 Power-Up Sequence FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-13 IMPORTANT Before applying power to the MCC-6120 SDR, check all connections between the MCC-6120 SDR and the external equipment (power, antenna, operator terminal, and data logger). Refer to Section 3.2.3 for cabling instructions. 3.3.1 Connect Operator Terminal Connect a laptop or an operator terminal, with XTERMW installed and running, to the Operator Port. XTERMW is an MCC windows-based terminal emulation program designed for interfacing with MCC products. The operator terminal must be programmed with the same configuration parameters as the Operator Port. The Operator Port of the MCC-6120 SDR is programmed with the following factory default configuration at the time of shipment:
Baud rate Data bits Stop bit 9600 8 1 Parity Protocol Flow control none none ASCII 3.3.2 Power Connection Power up the MCC-6120 SDR by applying +12VDC to the power connector. NOTE When the unit transmits, it will draw up to 20 amps; therefore, review section 3.2.3.1 for proper cabling to the power source. The voltage drop at the input connector during transmission should be less than 2 VDC for proper operation of the unit. Verify this during the Operational Test Procedure in Section 3.4. When power is initially applied to the MCC-6120 SDR, or after a software boot or hardware reset, the following message will be displayed:
MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO
(c) Copyright 2005 Meteor Communications Corp. All Rights Reserved S/W Part Number P1101-00-00 MCC-6120 Version 1.14 11/05/05 S/W Part Number P1102-00-00 DSP SDR Version 1.10 07/14/04 S/W Part Number P1103-00-00 DSP FPGA Version 4 07/14/04 S/W Part Number P1121-00-00 Flexbus FPGA Version 7 11/03/05
* Part Number, Version Number, and date vary according to a particular radios Firmware. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-14 At this time all configuration data is loaded from Program Memory into RAM. This data will remain in RAM until power cycled. This is the type of message that should be displayed when you first apply power to the unit during a field installation, and for each subsequent power cycle of the radio. After power is applied to the radio all parameters that were entered and saved during the previous session will be reloaded from Flash2 memory. If you want to load factory defaults, power cycle the unit while holding the lower case f key down. After about 10-15 fs are displayed, release the key and you should see the following message:
+fffffffffffffffffffffffffff Ver 1.0 SDR Boot... (Entry due to operator request) 1.. Factory Default 9.. Launch Application Enter a 1 followed by carriage return to restart with factory default parameters. Enter a 9 to restart the application without changing the stored parameters. If you restart with factory defaults, the proper script file must be re-entered into the MCC-6120 SDR using XTERMW. (Refer to Section 3.3.3.5 for more information on using script files.) If you do not have a script file to load you can go through the following procedure to manually start the unit. 3.3.3 Initialization Procedures The following initialization procedures should now be performed in the order they are given below. 3.3.3.1 Verify Device Type The MCC-6120 SDR must be programmed to operate as a particular device type, such as Remote Station, Repeater, or Base, depending on your network configuration. The device type is normally set at the factory prior to shipment to ensure proper integration with your network. Use the following command to display what device type the unit is configured as:
DEVICE [ENTER]
PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-15 Always check with your System Administrator to determine which device type your unit should be configured as. For example, if the device should be a Remote Station and it is not currently configured properly, you can change the device type, as follows:
DEVICE,REMOTE [ENTER]
SAVE [ENTER]
CAUTION Do not change the device type unless told to do so by your System Administrator. Changing the device type can make your unit cease operating and can impact communications throughout the entire network. 3.3.3.2 Verify ID Number Every MCC unit is programmed at the factory with a 16-bit unit ID. To display the unit ID number on the operator terminal, enter:
Contact your System Administrator to make sure this ID is registered in the network configuration database. Under some circumstances the ID may have to be changed on-site. This can only be done if the ID is not locked. ID [ENTER]
CAUTION ID changes must be coordinated with both MCC and your System Administrator. Failure to do so may result in data or messages being misrouted or lost. If the site is equipped with a CIM (Configuration Information Module), the ID for the MCC-6120 will be set from the CIM. 3.3.3.3 Verify Channel Frequency The MCC-6120 SDR is programmed at the factory with the authorized frequencies to be used on a specific channel in your network. These channels and frequencies are stored in Parameter memory and cannot be changed. Verify that the correct channel and frequency is configured by entering the command:
or CHAN [ENTER] for short cut CHANNEL [ENTER]
PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-16 This shows you the active or primary channel number and TX and RX frequency pair, plus up to 20 additional frequency pairs for channels that may be programmed at the factory. For example, the following table could be displayed:
+chan 11/14/05 15:11:26 Primary Channel TX mhz RX mhz Mod-Val 01 44.5800 44.5800 1 11/14/05 15:11:26 Channel Table:
Channel TX mhz RX mhz Mod-Val
>01* 44.5800 44.5800 1 CAUTION Do not change the frequency pair unless told to do so by your System Administrator. Changing the frequency pair can make your unit stop communicating with the network. 3.3.3.4 Select Site Name A descriptive name may be given to the site where the MCC-6120 SDR is being installed. The selected site name must be coordinated with your System Administrator. To enter a site name use the following command:
where: nnnnnn = maximum of 32 alpha-characters SITE NAME, nnnnnn [ENTER]
CAUTION Please double-check the site name entry for correct spelling and spacing. Data from a site with an incorrect site name will be mishandled or misrouted by the Host. An incorrect site name can result in significant effort to recover misrouted data. 3.3.3.5 Enter Script Files The appropriate Script File is usually programmed into the MCC-6120 SDR at the factory prior to shipment. If the appropriate Script File has already not been entered, a new file can be loaded from your operator terminal using XTERMW software. There is one Script File that uniquely programs the MCC-6120 SDR to operate as a Remote Station in your specific or MeteorComm network. If the site is equipped with a CIM (Configuration Information Module), the MCC-6120 will automatically be scripted from the CIM. NOTE PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-17 The procedure for loading the Script File is described below:
1. Install the MCC-6120 SDR MeteorComm CD (or diskette), with the Script File on it into your operator terminal, and load the Script File into your XTERMW\XTS subdirectory. 2. Start XTERMW and open a connection at the correct baud rate and COM port (typically COM1, 9600 baud). All other parameters are defaults. 3. From the Scripts drop-down menu in XTERM, choose Execute Script. 4. Select the appropriate Script File in the XTERM subdirectory. Double-click the file name to start execution. The commands in the Script File are executed one at a time until the end of the file is reached. Press the up arrow key to scroll up and review the command responses. If any commands result in BAD COMMAND, BAD PARAMETER, or a similar message, the Script File may have an error in it. If so, the script file needs to be corrected. Contact MCC or your System Administrator for a replacement. You may verify that the correct configuration file has been loaded by entering the three commands: ASSIGN, SNP, and CONFIG. THIS COMPLETES THE INTIALIZATION PROCEDURE PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-18 3.4 Operational Test Procedure 3.4.1 RF Test A very thorough RF test can be made by entering the command TEST [ENTER]. TEST causes the processor to turn the transmitter ON and measures the forward and reverse RF power that is being transmitted. It also measures the battery voltage under load and the antenna noise voltage. The following response will be displayed on the operator terminal:
syncs xmits acks pwr-fwd pwr-rev v-bat det-rf resets xxxx yyyy zzzz aaaa bbbb ccc ddd eee where: xxxx yyyy zzzz aaaa bbbb ccc ddd eee
= Reflected power in watts. This should be less than 5 watts.
= Battery voltage under load (while transmitting). This should be greater
= Received signal strength in dBm. This will normally be the noise level
= Number of times the radio has rebooted.
= Forward power in watts. This should be greater than 80 watts.
= # of sync patterns received from the master station.
= # of transmissions made by the MCC-6120 SDR.
= # of acknowledgements received from the Master Station. at the antenna and should read about 120. than 10.6 VDC. NOTE The forward RF power should be at least 80 watts when operating at Low Band VHF, and 25 watts when operating in High Band VHF if the battery voltage is normal. If it is lower than these values check for proper cabling to the power source (see Section 3.2.2.1.). If the reverse RF power is greater than 5 watts on any channel check the antenna and coaxial cabling for proper installation. If both the forward and reverse power are low, the transmitter may be automatically shutting down due to an antenna VSWR greater than 3:1. Check the antenna and coaxial cabling for proper installation. The DET RF value indicates the level of the RF signal plus noise at the antenna in dBM (dB above or below 1 milliwatt of power). Use the mm,50,dist command to obtain just the noise value. This noise level should be less than -90 dBM. The lower the number the lower the noise and the larger the operating range of the unit will be. Refer to Section 3.1 for reducing site noise conditions. An overall figure of merit for the link performance is the XMIT to ACK ratio. If this ratio is 3:1 or lower, the overall performance will be very good. This completes the initialization and power-up sequence of the MCC-6120 SDR. The unit is now ready for operation. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network
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RF Energy Exposure Guide for MeteorComm Two-Way Radios Installed in Vehicles or at Fixed Sites IMPORTANT BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE 2-WAY RADIO, READ THIS GUIDE WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE FCCS RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES. IMPORTANT RETAIN THIS GUIDE AT THE LOCATION OF THE RADIO INSTALLATION. RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information, and Operational Instructions for FCC Occupational Use Requirements NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use. This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material. Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop standards for safe exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All 2-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of 2-way radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer to the following Web sites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits. http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html they meet government-established RF exposure levels. MCC RF Energy Exposure Guide 1 2/14/2007 Federal Communication Commission Regulations The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for mobile 2-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When 2-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of a label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your MeteorComm (MCC) 2-way radio has an RF exposure product label. Also, your MCC user manual, as well as this RF Energy Exposure Guide guide, includes information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements. Compliance with RF Exposure Standard Your MCC two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode. Your MCC two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:
United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations;
47CFR part 2 sub-part J American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition MCC RF Energy Exposure Guide 2 2/14/2007 RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions for Vehicular Installations to yourself and others and To control exposure to ensure compliance with occupational/controlled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures. 1. Guidelines:
These user awareness instructions should accompany the device or vehicle that it is installed in when transferred to other users. Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met. 2. Operator Instructions:
For voice operation, transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance). Be aware that a transmitter may operate automatically at any time when functioning as a data radio. People outside of the vehicle must maintain the recommended minimum lateral distance from the antennas at all times. It is the responsibility of the vehicles operator to keep bystanders beyond the minimum lateral distance from the antennas in order to comply with the FCC RF exposure limits for an uncontrolled/general population environment. Transmit only when people outside the vehicle are at least the recommended minimum lateral distance away, as shown in Table 1, from a properly installed externally-mounted antenna. NOTE: Table 1 below lists the recommended lateral distances to be maintained between bystanders and approved, properly installed transmitting antennas (e.g., monopoles over a ground plane, or dipoles) in an uncontrolled environment for each of the radio frequency bands available in MCC multi-band transceivers. Table 1 Frequency Bands, Rated Power and Recommended Lateral Distance from Transmitting Antenna Frequency Band of MobileTransmitter 39-50 MHz 151-162 MHz 896-901/935-940 MHz 2412-2462 Rated Power
(watts) 100 30 30 max duty cycle 10%
50%
50%
0.033 100%
Recommended Minimum Lateral Distance From Transmitting Antenna 35 in. (89 cm) 45 in (114 cm) 25 in. (64 cm) 8 in (20 cm) NOTE: You, as the vehicle operator, should be knowledgeable of the location of each of the antennas on the vehicle and of the minimum lateral distances applicable to each. If this information is not available to you, contact your installer to obtain this information. Until this information is available to you, keep bystanders at a distance beyond the largest lateral distance specified in Table 1 (45 in.) from every antenna on the vehicle. MCC RF Energy Exposure Guide 3 2/14/2007 Mobile Antenna Installation Guidelines The following instructions apply only to vehicles with metal bodies or suitable ground plane. Mount each antenna connected to a transmitter in the center of the roof or trunk lid of the vehicle. When mounting an antenna to a trunk lid, be sure the minimum lateral separation distances (Table 1) are maintained with respect to back seat passengers. Install all antennas in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Always disable the transmitter when installing or servicing an antenna or transmission line or when working near an installed antenna. Mobile antennas may be installed at the center of a vehicle roof or trunk lid as long as the minimum lateral distance is observed. Use only MCC-approved or MCC-supplied antennas. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the radio and their use may violate FCC regulations. RF Exposure Compliance, Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions for Fixed Installations To control exposure to yourself and others and to ensure compliance with RF exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures. Base station antennas should be installed on permanent outdoor structures, such as the roof of a building or an antenna tower. Install all antennas in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Always disable the transmitter when installing or servicing an antenna or transmission line or when working near an installed antenna. Use only MCC-approved or MCC-supplied antennas. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the radio and their use may violate FCC regulations. RF Exposure compliance at such sites must be addressed on a site-by-site basis. It is the responsibility of the licensee to ensure compliance is met. Approved Accessories This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the MCC accessories supplied with or designated for the product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCCs RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations. For a list of MCC-approved accessories, refer to the operator manual, or contact MCC. MeteorComm Contact Information For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact the MCC factory at (253) 872-2521. Also, you may visit the MCC web site at www.meteorcomm.com. MCC RF Energy Exposure Guide 4 2/14/2007
| 1 2 | Users Manual Prelim | Users Manual | 1.37 MiB | July 12 2006 |
FCC ID: BIB61201001 OPERATION OF THE MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO MAN-OPS-6120 SDR-ARR PRELIMINARY December 1, 2006 Meteor Communications Corporation 22614 66th Avenue South. Kent, WA 98032 Tel: (253) 872-2521 Fax: (253) 872-7662 E-mail: mcc@meteorcomm.com On the Web: www.meteorcomm.com
2006 by Meteor Communications Corporation all rights reserved FCC ID: BIB61201001 GENERAL WARRANTY Meteor Communications Corporation (MCC) warrants that its products conform to the published specifications and are free from manufacturing and material defects for one year after shipment. Warranty-covered equipment that fails during the warranty period will be promptly repaired at MCCs facility in Kent, Washington. International customers are required to pay shipping costs to the MCC facility, with Seattle as the point of U.S. entry. MCC will pay incoming U.S. duty fees. MCC will pay for shipping costs to return the equipment to the customer, with the customer paying any and all return duty fees. This warranty is contingent upon proper use of the equipment and does not cover equipment that has been modified in any way without MCCs approval or has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress, or on which the original identification marks have been removed or altered. FCC ID: BIB61201001 Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users RF Exposure Information In order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy, the following precautions must be taken:
Mount each antenna connected to the transmitter at a location such that, during transmission, no person or persons can come within the minimum separation distance specified in the chart below. Frequency Band Antenna Antenna type 39 - 50 MHz 156 - 162 MHz 896-901MHz/935-940 MHz 896-901MHz/935-940 MHz 2412 - 2462 MHz 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof of vehicle 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof of vehicle 1/4 wave dipole mounted to roof of vehicle 5/8 wave over 1/4 wave colinear mounted to roof of vehicle 3 dBi maximum duty cycle minimum separation distance cm in 10.00% 45 17.7 50.00% 50 19.7 50.00% 30 11.8 50.00% 45 100.00% 20 17.7 7.9 Install all antennas in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Always disable the transmitter when installing or servicing an antenna or transmission line. Mobile antennas may be installed at the center of a vehicle roof or trunk as long as the minimum separation distance is observed. Base antennas should be installed on permanent outdoor structures. RF Exposure compliance at such sites must be addressed on a site-by-site basis. When these precautions are taken, an installation with this device satisfies the requirements for an Occupational/Controlled Exposure environment, per OET Bulletin 65. FCC ID: BIB61201001 REVISION PAGE Document Title: Operation of the MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Document Number: MAN-OM-6120 SDR-ARR Revision #
Redline Initial Date 12/1/2006 Redline Release Initial Release Revision A B C D E F G H I PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 Title TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1.0 INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................1-1 1.1 Manual Organization .................................................................................................1-2 1.2 Related Documents ....................................................................................................1-3 2.0 DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................................2-4 General.......................................................................................................................2-4 2.1 Functionality Overview .............................................................................................2-5 2.2 SDR Modules.............................................................................................................2-9 2.3 Detailed Specifications ..............................................................................................2-9 2.4 2.5 Memory Organization..............................................................................................2-12 3.0 INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................3-1 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.2.2.1 3.2.2.2 3.2.2.3 3.2.2.4 3.2.2.5 3.2.2.6 Site Selection .............................................................................................................3-1 3.1.1 External Noise/Interference ..................................................................................3-1 3.1.2 DC Power Source..................................................................................................3-2 3.1.3 Antenna Selection .................................................................................................3-3 3.1.4 Antenna Height .....................................................................................................3-3 Equipment Installation ...............................................................................................3-5 3.2.1 Mobile Installations ..............................................................................................3-5 3.2.2 Cable Connections ................................................................................................3-5 DC Power Input..................................................................................................................... 3-6 LB/HB Connectors................................................................................................................ 3-7 GPS Antenna......................................................................................................................... 3-7 802.11(b) ............................................................................................................................... 3-7 I/O Port.................................................................................................................................. 3-7 Ethernet/USB Connector..................................................................................................... 3-11 Power-Up Sequence.................................................................................................3-13 3.3.1 Connect Operator Terminal ................................................................................3-13 3.3.2 Power Connection...............................................................................................3-13 3.3.3 Initialization Procedures .....................................................................................3-14 Verify Device Type............................................................................................................. 3-14 Verify ID Number ............................................................................................................... 3-15 Verify Channel Frequency .................................................................................................. 3-15 Select Site Name ................................................................................................................. 3-16 Enter Script Files................................................................................................................. 3-16 Operational Test Procedure......................................................................................3-18 3.4.1 RF Test................................................................................................................3-18 3.3.3.1 3.3.3.2 3.3.3.3 3.3.3.4 3.3.3.5 3.4 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 LIST OF FIGURES Typical Network Figure 1.0
....................................................................................................... 1-1 2.1-1 MCC-6120 SDR Photograph ..................................................................................... 2-1 2.2-1 MCC-6120 SDR Radio.............................................................................................. 2-2 Page LIST OF TABLES Page Table 2.1 MCC-6120 SDR General Specifications ................................................................... 2-9 2.2 MCC-6120 SDR Low Band Receiver Specifications................................................ 2-10 2.3 MCC-6120 SDR Low Band Transmitter Specifications ........................................... 2-10 2.4 MCC-6120 SDR High Band Receiver Specifications ............................................... 2-11 2.5 MCC-6120 SDR High Band Transmitter Specifications........................................... 2-11 2.6 MCC-6120 SDR Microprocessor Specifications....................................................... 2-12 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used in this manual:
When presented in the text, user commands and computer printout are boldfaced; e.g., Enter DELETE. Command parameters are presented in lower case; e.g., DEFINE,id. Optional parameters are enclosed in brackets; e.g., TIME{,hh:mm:ss}
Names of terminal keys are capitalized and enclosed in square brackets when mentioned in the text; e.g., Press [ESC]. Names of hardware switches, meters, etc. are capitalized; e.g., PWR ON switch. NOTE Used for special emphasis of material IMPORTANT Used for added emphasis of material CAUTION Cautions the operator to proceed carefully WARNING! WARNING! WARNING!
Used in cases where failure to heed the message may result in personal injury or equipment damage. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS A/D ACK ADC AP AUX AVL BPSK CIM CMU CR CSMA DAC DMC DGPS DHCP DSP DTA EAP-TLS EEPROM Analog-to-Digital Acknowledgement Analog-to-Digital Converter Access Point Auxiliary Port Automatic Vehicle Location Binary Phase Shift Keying Configuration Information Module Communications Management Unit Carriage Return Carrier Sense Multiple Access Digital-to-Analog Converter Data, Management and Control Differential GPS Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Digital Signal Processing Data Port Extensible Authentication Protocol Transport Layer Security Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory Extended-Line-of-Sight End-to-End Acknowledgement Forward Error Correction ELOS ETE FEC FLASH RAM Nonvolatile Memory (faster than EEPROM) GMSK GPS HPI KBPS LAN LED LOS MBC MBCS MCC MNT Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying Global Positioning System Host Port Interface Kilo (1,000) bits per seconds Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode Line-of-Sight Meteor Burst Communication Meteor Burst Communication System Meteor Communications Corporation Maintenance Port MPL MSC NAT NAPT NMEA PC RAM RF RTCM RTOS RX SCADA SDATA SDR SMX SNP SPDT TCP TCP/IP TDMA TELNET TX UPDT USB UTC VSWR WEP KEY WIFI WLAN WPA XTERMW Modem Programming Language Master Station Control Protocol Network Address Translation Network Address Port Translation National Marine Electronic Association Personal Computer Random Access Memory Radio Frequency Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services Real-Time Operating System Receive Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Sensor Data Software Defined Radio RTOS for ColdFire Processor System Network Parameter Single Pole Double Throw Transmission Control Protocol Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Time Division Multiple Access Terminal Emulation Program for TCP/IP Networks Transmit Update Universal Serial Bus Universal Time Clock Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Wired Equivalent Privacy Key IEEE 802.11-based Wireless Local Area Network Wireless Local Area Network WIFI Protected Acess Terminal Emulator for Windows PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.0 INTRODUCTION The MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO is used in MCCs Network. This is an Extended Line-of-Sight (ELOS), packet switched, digital data network that operates on a single frequency in the low VHF band (40-50 MHz), a high VHF band (151-162 MHz), or a UHF band
(896-901/935-940 MHz). A network has a cellular structure that uses the programmable MCC-
6120 SDR as a base station, a repeater and as a remote station. One or more Data Centers are normally used for the central collection and distribution of data to a customers office. The network can be as small as one base station or may be comprised of thousands of base stations, repeaters and remote stations. The networks are used for position reporting in mobile applications (AVL), fixed site data collection (SCADA) and messaging. ELOS RF NETWORK M M B R B DATA NETWORK DATA CENTER OR HOST CLIENTS OFFICES CLIENTS OFFICES OTHER CLIENTS R M B M B R M BASE STATION REPEATER STATION REMOTE STATION (FIXED OR MOBILE) M M M R M TYPICAL NETWORK FIGURE 1.0 The MCC-6120 SDR can be dynamically programmed to operate in three distinct modes: (1) as a base station, (2) a repeater station, or (3) as a remote station. As a base station it is connected to a Data Center or Host through a Data Network. The Data Network can be frame relay, microwave, the Internet or other forms of existing infrastructure. The MCC-6120 SDR has two Ethernet (10MHz) network interface adaptors. If a direct connection is not available the MCC-
6120 SDR operates as a repeater into the nearest base station. Multiple repeater links may be chained together for expansion of the network when no other communication infrastructure is available. In addition the unit has an 802.11(b) network adaptor that can be used to connect to PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-2 802.11(b) access points in the infrastructure mode, or to other 802.11(b) devices in an add-hoc mode. As a remote station it can operate as a mobile unit roaming throughout the entire network, automatically linking with the nearest base station or repeater. When a remote station is installed at a fixed site it also links itself automatically to the nearest base station or repeater. The MCC-6120 SDR operates line-of-sight using groundwave. The range of communication by groundwave is primarily determined by diffraction around the curvature of the earth, atmospheric diffraction and tropospheric propagation. These ranges are successfully extended by MCC through the use of robust protocols, sensitive receivers, 100 watt transmitters (low band) or 30 watt transmitters (high band), and short packetized messages. MBNET200 is the operating system that successfully integrates these features, providing error-free communication throughout the network at ranges from 25-50 miles. The network protocol embedded within the MCC-6120 SDR uses a combination of both carrier sense multiple access (CSMA) and time division multiple access (TDMA) for achieving a channel utilization rate greater than 90%. The MCC-6120 SDR uses GMSK modulation and has selectable data rates of 4.8 Kbps, 9.6Kbps and 19.2Kbps. Data rates and modulation filtering are limited by internal software to values that have been type accepted by the FCC for the particular frequency band selected. This prevents transmitting on an unauthorized frequency or modulation format. The MCC-6120 SDR has an embedded 32-bit controller for managing all the network functions associated with a packet switched data network and for interfacing to a variety of peripheral devices. In addition, it has a built-in test capability that automatically monitors the operating integrity of the unit at all times. This feature also eliminates the need for any special test equipment during the installation phase. A laptop, or equivalent, is required to initialize and operate the MCC-6120 SDR packet radio. 1.1 Manual Organization There are three major sections in this manual, plus a number of appendices:
Section 2.0 DESCRIPTION This section provides both a physical description and a functional description of each module in the MCC-6120 SDR. The detailed technical specifications are provided for each printed circuit board assembly (PCA), as well as the organization of the units computer memory. Section 3.0 This section covers site selection and general installation guidelines, including instructions for cabling, antenna and power source connections. Power up procedures, initialization and INSTALLATION PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTRODUCTION 1-3 functional test procedures are described that should be performed prior to placing the MCC-6120 SDR on-line within the network. 1.2 Related Documents Additional documents and application notes that may be helpful in the operation of the MCC-
6120 SDR Packet Radio in an ELOS Network are given below. They can be obtained from MCC or downloaded from MCCs web site, www.meteorcomm.com. 1.2.1 MBNET 200 A Complete List of all Commands and Printouts 1.2.2 DMC Data Monitor and Control, DMC 6.338, Users Manual, December 22, 2005 1.2.3 XTERMW Operation of the XTERMW Terminal Emulation Program for Windows, April 2, 2001 1.2.4 FleetTrak Network Performance and System Capacity, EDT 11037, March 9, 1999 1.2.5 MPL Modem Programming Language Users Manual, September 26, 2004 1.2.6 Related Application Notes:
MCC-545 Event Programming, March 5, 2003 CIM management with Password Protect Mode, April 1, 2003 MSC2 Protocol Interface Control Document, January 31, 2005 CR10X Data Acquisition, January 25, 2000 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-4 2.0 DESCRIPTION 2.1 General The MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio provides packet switched communications from fixed or mobile sites to a central Host. It can be used for sending and receiving messages, position reporting, data logging, or other custom applications. The unit is packaged in a stainless steel, weather-resistant enclosure that measures 9.5L X 4.0W X 4.3 H and weighs 6.0 pounds. A photograph of the MCC-6120 SDR is given in Figure 2.1-1. MCC-6120 SDR PHOTOGRAPH FIGURE 2.1-1 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-5 2.2 Functionality Overview Introduction The MCC-6120 SDR is the next step in the evolution of the MCC family of Packet Data Radios. The necessity for providing customers with simple, yet powerful, fixed and mobile communications capabilities has led to the development of a Software Defined Radio (SDR) coupled to a Communications Management Unit (CMU). The previous design, known as the MCC-545C, used a 20 MHz Motorola 68332 processor, 40 MHz Low-Band VHF GMSK analog receiver/DSP transmitter, and had three RS-232 serial ports for interfacing to external equipment. The MCC-6120 SDR has added additional capabilities including a 50 MHz Motorola ColdFire 5485 processor, TI Digital Signal Processor, TCP/IP stack, two Ethernet ports, an 802.11b port, two USB ports, and a second RF transceiver in the 160 MHz band. This section will describe the type of message transport services that are provided, then describe the commands required to configure the various services. Message Transport Services Figure 2.2-1 shows the CMU in relation to its ports and Low-Band Radio Link. This paragraph will discuss the ways the CMU can provide message transport services between the external applications that may be attached to the various ports. TCP/IP TELNET MSC TCP/IP TCP/IP TELNET MSC TCP/IP SDRNET.DWG Ethernet-1 Ethernet-2 MSC MSC SMX FILE 802.3 802.3 RS-232 USB USB WiFi 802-11b 802.11b CMU TELNET TCP/IP MSC TCP/IP SDR MBNET Low Band Base TELNET RS-232 3 D 802.3 MSC TCP/IP High Band ATCS MeteorComm SDR Radio FIGURE 2.2-1 The MCC software architecture allows any of its ports to be assigned to a wide variety of device drivers. This provides a very flexible means of configuring any radio to meet particular PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-6 Customer and system requirements. New device drivers have been developed to provide this same flexibility to the Ethernet and WIFI ports. For example, a laptop, tablet or palm computer can be set up to run Xtermw.exe connected through one of the Ethernet ports or WIFI (in ad-hoc mode) to operate as the maintenance terminal. Another example is that a local host computer can connect through one of the Ethernet ports and route IP packets through the CMU and WIFI port (in Infrastructure mode) to an Access Point, and on to a WAN-based Central Host System. TCP/IP The TCP/IP stack is a shared library that allows the Ethernet and WIFI ports to operate as traditional IP Network connections with IP-Forwarding (routing). In the MCC-545C, use of Ethernet connections was provided only by external terminal-server boxes connected to the RS-
232 serial ports. Only ASCII (TELNET) and MSC or MSC2 protocols could be used for interfacing with external equipment. The MCC-6120 SDR CMU has the Ethernet and WIFI built-in, and can be directly interfaced to many Ethernet Devices using the standard Sockets software API. Each Ethernet and WIFI port can be given its own IP address. The initial version of MCC-6120 SDR software allows each port to have from 1 to 4 application ports. These are numbered from 4000 4011. DHCP Client Either Ethernet port or the WIFI port can have DHCP-Client enabled to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP server located on its subnet. DHCP Server Either Ethernet port or the WIFI port can have DHCP-Server enabled to automatically supply an IP address to devices located on its subnet. This is a limited implementation and can only supply IP addresses, not any other configuration data options. NAT The Network Address Translation (NAT) protocol can be configured to separate a private subnet from the public network. As the private hosts send IP packets to the public network, the NAT routing function translates the private IP addresses into public IP addresses. As packets come back from the public network, the translation is reversed and the packet delivered to the correct private IP address. Options exist for assigning static IP addresses, and defining dynamic IP addresses to be used for the translation. NAPT The Network Address Port Translation (NAPT) protocol is similar to NAT, except a range of port numbers are defined to be used by the router in the address translation. In this way, a single private and public IP address can be used on each side of the router. The private processes are PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-7 assigned one of the port numbers out of the given port number set when they send IP packets to the public Network. Address translation happens using the public IP address and newly assigned port number. ASCII (TELNET) The ASCII protocol is basically a dumb serial protocol transported over a TCP connection. This is useful for connections to maintenance terminals that use XTERMW.EXE as a terminal emulator. MSC Protocol Suite The Master Station Control (MSC) protocol suite is a set of packet protocols that can be used on any RS-232 port as well as transported over any TCP connection. The suite is composed of three packet protocols that operate much like UDP, in that data is transported from source to destination without establishing an end-to-end TCP/IP connection first. The source and destination addressing uses 16-bit Radio IDs instead of IP addresses. MSC is the original packet protocol and operates with a stop-and-wait link layer where each packet is sent by first asking permission, then sending the packet if permitted. MSC2 is an extension of MSC. It uses the same packet-body message and command layer formats, but uses a windowing type of link layer to achieve higher throughput. MSC3 is an extension of the command layer formats to allow MSC or MSC2 link layer connections to operate on multiple ports. WIFI, AP, AD-HOC, Wireless Security The WIFI port (802.11b) can be set up to connect to an Access Point (AP) in Infrastructure mode, or to other WIFI devices in ad-hoc mode. The WIFI port can not operate in both modes at once. An option can set the port to AUTO mode where it will use an AP if one is in range, or else it can use an ad-hoc connection. The choice of SSID strings is user-configurable. Once connected, the WIFI link operates like the Ethernet links with full TCP/IP capability. The host processors connected to an Ethernet port will be able to connect through the CMU and WIFI line to IP addresses on the WAN that the AP is connected to. Roaming between access points is not yet supported. Two security options, WEP and WPA, are available (in addition to no security):
WEP Wired Equivalency Privacy This mode uses a password to act as an encryption key. If a 5-byte key is used, then 64-bit encryption is utilized. If a 13-byte key is used then 128-bit encryption is utilized. The WEP key is entered in hexadecimal format using only 0-9 and A-F characters. Authentication must be handled at the application level. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-8 WPA WIFI Protected Access This mode also uses encryption as well as authentication. There are three WPA variations supported:
PSK Pre Shared Key A passphrase of 8-63 ASCII characters is required. The passphrase is used to generate an encryption key. This is sometimes called WPA-Personal (and should not be confused with different PSK modulation schemes used by the various SDR transceivers). EAP-TLS Extensible Authentication ProtocolTransport Layer Security This mode uses certificates for authentication. A password (up to 32 bytes expressed in hexadecimal format) is needed to decrypt key information from the certificate. Access points are connected to a Radius server which performs authentication. EAP-TTLS Extensible Authentication ProtocolTunneled Transport Layer Security This mode uses certificates only on the server side for authentication. A password (up to 64 ASCII characters) is needed to obtain key information. Access points are connected to a Radius server which performs authentication. USB Ports and SMX File Two USB ports are provided. One port is for connecting a Flash-memory device for use as disk file storage. The SMX-file software device-driver lets application software in the CMU create, delete, read and write Flash-memory files. The second USB port is for connecting serial devices that emulate RS-232 ports. This option is not yet available. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-9 2.3 SDR Modules The MCC-6120 SDR contains four printed circuit board assemblies as shown in Figure 2.3-1. A 32-bit Communications Management Unit (CMU) microprocessor controller performs the radio control, link and network protocol functions. This assembly also contains a digital signal processor (DSP) and a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for generating the GMSK RF signal. The DSP also receives and demodulates the receive GMSK signals on all bands. A 30W, 3-stage power amplifier, filters, and mixers for operation in the 151-162 MHz band A 100W, 3-stage power amplifier in the 39-50 MHz band. A 12-channel GPS receiver that can be mounted on the processor board as an optional subassembly. An 802.11(b) Module (15mW) mounted on the CMU board. All components are soldered in place using surface mount technology. As an option, the boards can be conformal coated with an acrylic encapsulate that contains a tropicalizing, anti-fungal agent to provide additional protection against moisture and contamination. 2.4 Detailed Specifications The detailed specifications for each of the printed circuit board assemblies are given in Tables 2.1 through 2.6. MCC-6120 SDR GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Dimensions Weight Temperature Range Power Requirements SPECIFICATION 10.6L X 4.0W X 4.4H 6.0 lbs.
-30 to 60 C (-22 to 140 F) 12 VDC Nominal (10-15 VDC) Standby: 600 mA (Continuous) Transmit: 22 Amps Nominal (Low Band) 8 Amps Nominal (High Band) TABLE 2.1 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-10 MCC-6120 SDR LOWBAND RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency Modulation: Rate Type Format Noise Figure Sensitivity: Bit Error Rate < 10-3 at 9.6 kbps IF Bandwidth (3/80 db) RF Bandwidth (3 db) Signal Acquisition Time 3rd Order Intercept Point Image Response Attenuation Spurious Response Attenuation I/O SPECIFICATION 39-50 MHz .0005%
DDS 1 Hz steps 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps BPSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ
< 8 dB minimum
-113 dBm at 9.6 kbps -110 at 19.2 kbps 13/40 kHz typical 13 MHz typical
< 5 msec
>- 4 dBm
> 70 dB minimum
> 70 dB minimum MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) TABLE 2.2 MCC-6120 SDR LOWBAND TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency RF Power Output Load VSWR Harmonic Levels Modulation: Rate Type Format Spurious Transmit Modulation Spectrum Tx Duty Cycle T/R Switch I/O High VSWR Protection SPECIFICATION 39-50 MHz .0005% Synthesized 10kHz steps
> 100 Watts at 12 VDC Input
< 2:1 Rated Power 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps BPSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ
> 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 10 kHz offset 40 db 25 kHz offset 70 db 16% Max without shutting down transmitter 20% will shut down the transmitter Solid-State Switching Time < 100 microseconds MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) Withstands Infinite VSWR TABLE 2.3 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-11 MCC-6120 SDR HIGH BAND RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency Modulation: Rate Type Format Noise Figure Sensitivity: Bit Error Rate < 10-3 at 9.6 kbps IF Bandwidth (3/80 db) RF Bandwidth (3 db) Signal Acquisition Time 3rd Order Intercept Point Image Response Attenuation Spurious Response Attenuation I/O SPECIFICATION 151-160.6 MHz
.0005% DDS 1 Hz steps 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps GFSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ 5kHz deviation Voice 2.5kHz deviation Voice
< 9 dB minimum
-112 dBm 13/40 kHz typical 13 MHz typical
< 5 msec
>- 4 dBm
> 70 dB minimum
> 70 dB minimum MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) TABLE 2.4 MCC-6120 SDR HIGH BAND TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Frequency RF Power Output Load VSWR Harmonic Levels Modulation: Rate Type Format Spurious Transmit Modulation Spectrum Tx Duty Cycle T/R Switch I/O High VSWR Protection SPECIFICATION 151-162 MHz
.0005% Synthesized 10KHz steps
> 30 Watts at 13.5 VDC Input
< 2:1 Rated Power 70 dB below Unmodulated Carrier 4.8kbps, 9.6 kbps, and 19.2 kbps GFSK (4.8 kbps); GMSK (9.6kbps & 19.2kbps) NRZ 5kHz deviation Voice 2.5kHz deviation Voice
> 70 db below Unmodulated Carrier 10 kHz offset 40 db 25 kHz offset 70 db 16% Max without shutting down transmitter 20% will shut down the transmitter Solid-State Switching Time < 100 microseconds MCC Standard (Refer to Section 3.2) Withstands Infinite VSWR TABLE 2.5 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-12 MCC-6120 SDR MICROPROCESSOR SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTIC Main Processor Memory:
Switches:
Program Storage Data Storage Parameter Storage Calibration Storage S1 SPECIFICATION Motorola MC68332FC 32-bit Embedded Controller 2M x 16 non-volatile Flash memory (Flash1) 64M x 16 dynamic RAM 2M x 16 non-volatile Flash memory (Flash2) 8K EEPROM System Reset, Momentary TABLE 2.6 2.5 Memory Organization The MCC-6120 SDR has four types of memory:
Program Memory The Program Memory is non-volatile Flash memory (2Meg x 16). This is also referred to as Flash1 in the documentation. It contains the MBNET200 image software, the DSP image software, configuration, and application software. These programs are installed at the MCC facilities at the time of shipment. The information stored in the Program Memory is referred to as factory defaults. Parameter Memory The Parameter Memory is non-volatile Flash memory (2Meg x 16). This is also referred to as Flash2. It contains the configuration data for the unit such as the customer number, the serial number and ID of the MCC-6120 SDR and the authorized FCC frequencies it may use. This information is normally programmed into the unit prior to shipment. The Script files are also stored in Parameter memory, either at the MCC facilities or on site. Calibration Memory The Calibration Memory is serial Electrically Erasable memory (8,192 Kbyte EEPROM) used to store specific parameters associated with the calibration of the radio. These parameters are set when the radio is manufactured and/or when it is recalibrated by trained technicians in a laboratory. They cannot be changed in the field. These parameters include:
freqcal lb_rx-gain hb_rx-gain hb_tx-gain Calibrates the 19.2 MHz TCXO Calibrates the Low Band RSSI (detrf) Calibrates the High Band RSSI (detrf) Calibrates the High Band Tx gain When the unit is rebooted by entering the BOOT command, or whenever the unit is power cycled, the ColdFire software will reload these PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 DESCRIPTION 2-13 Data Memory parameters into the DSP. They can also be reloaded by entering the following command LOADCAL. The Data Memory is volatile 64 MByte RAM (16 Meg x 32). Date, time, executable programs, command parameters and program dynamic data
(messages, data, position, etc) are all stored in RAM during normal operations. During normal operation, the MCC-6120 SDR software uses the data and configuration parameters stored in RAM. If the data information in RAM is lost or corrupted, for whatever reason, the configuration parameters can be retrieved from Parameter and/or Calibration memory. This ensures uninterrupted operation. The RAM contents will be lost under the following conditions:
The Reboot command is issued. The Reset button (S1) is depressed (located inside the unit) The internal backup battery fails or is disconnected. (By unsoldering) The watchdog timer initiates a restart. The unit is powered off The software will detect these events and will recopy the parameters and configuration values from Parameter memory back into RAM when operation is resumed. If the contents of Parameter memory become invalid the unit will revert to the factory defaults in Program memory. The Operator Port of the MCC-6120 SDR is programmed with the following default configuration at the time of shipment:
Baud rate Data bits Stop bit Parity Protocol Flow control no 9600 8 1 no ASCII This provides a known starting point when first connecting an operator terminal to the MCC-
6120 SDR. This setting should not be changed. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-1 3.0 INSTALLATION Site selection and general installation guidelines are provided in this section, including instructions for cabling, antenna and power source connections. Power up procedures, initialization and preliminary functional test procedures are described that should be performed prior to placing the MCC-6120 SDR on-line within the network. The following types of installations are described:
Base Stations and Repeaters Mobiles Fixed Data Collection Sites 3.1 Site Selection The site selection criteria given in this section is generally applicable for base stations, repeaters and fixed data sites. General guidelines for mobiles are provided in Section 3.2.1. There are 4 important factors to consider in selecting an optimum site:
External noise/interference DC power source Antenna height Antenna type 3.1.1 External Noise/Interference Noise and signal interference can reduce the performance of the MCC-6120 SDR. The most common sources of noise and interference are as follows:
Power Line Noise Computer-Generated Interference External Signal Interference Power Line Noise One of the main sources of external noise are high voltage power lines. Noise on these lines is generated by high voltage breakdown occurring on power line hardware such as transformers and insulators. This noise can be seen on the MCC-6120 SDR using the MM command enter MM,100,DIST to see the distribution of noise detected at the site. Typical power line noise will occur as a series of spikes every 8 ms (1/60 Hz) or every 10 ms (1/50 Hz). The level of the spikes will be much higher than the normal background noise floor (usually -120 dBm or less). The number of spikes can vary, depending upon the level of interference, from one or two every PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-2 8-10 ms to several dozen every 8-10 ms. As the number of spikes increase, the level of interference also increases. When setting up a site, always use the MM command to determine the level of the power line noise interference. It is mandatory that power line noise be avoided for an optimum site. Try to place the receiver antenna well away from power lines. Power companies are required to properly maintain their power lines to reduce noise. Call the local utility in case of severe noise. NOTE Computer-Generated Interference All computers and printers contain high-speed circuits that generate spurious signals throughout the 39-50, 151-160 MHz band. Interference will result if any of these signals couple into the antenna at the MCC-6120 SDR receive frequency. To minimize this type of interference, try to keep the antenna away from computers by at least 100 feet. Signal Interference This type of interference will occur whenever another transmitter is producing harmonics at the receiver center frequency of the MCC-6120 SDR. Antenna nulling and spatial separation can be used to reduce this type on interference. NOTE
). With XTERMW installed (see Section 3.3), the STAT command can be used to determine the site antenna noise levels. Ideally, the background noise levels should be less than 107 dBm
(1m V into 50W 3.1.2 DC Power Source The MCC-6120 SDR requires a 12-15 VDC power source. The average standby current is about 600 mA. When the unit transmits (low band) it requires about 22 amps for 100 msec. For normal operation, including the transmitter, the average current requirement will be approximately 2.8A when operating at a normal duty cycle of 10%. An automobile battery provides an excellent power source. When the unit is operating as a base station there will normally be AC power available. A car battery connected to a battery charger provides a good solution. In the event of a power outage the battery will keep the MCC-6120 SDR on-line and operational for several days until the power is restored. CAUTION The MCC-6120 SDR does not have an internal fuse and consideration should be given to installing an external fuse. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-3 The power cable between the battery and the MCC-6120 SDR should be kept shorter than 10 feet and rated at #14 AWG or lower. (See Section 3.2.2.1 for more details.) 3.1.3 Antenna Selection Vertical polarization is used in a network to provide omni-directional coverage to all adjacent nodes in the LOS network. A good choice for a base station antenna is dual stacked dipoles mounted on two sides of a triangular tower. A wavelength whip is a good antenna choice for a data collection site. For mobile applications, a wavelength dipole is a good choice when mounting to a roof for fender of a vehicle. IMPORTANT load. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions for Installers and Users at the front of this manual for RF Exposure Information. This section contains a list of precautions that must be observed in order to comply with Federal Communications Commission safety standards for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy. The information bandwidth of the system is less than 25 kHz, therefore, a very narrow bandwidth antenna may be used. The antenna must provide a 50W Always consult with MCCs engineering department for assistance when any questions arise with respect to antenna selection. Assembly instructions are included with each antenna. Please refer to these for proper assembly for all antenna elements. 3.1.4 Antenna Height In general, the higher the antenna is above ground the better the performance will be. The link gain will be increased by approximately 6 db every time the antenna height is doubled. A trade-
off will be the antenna cable length because this must be kept as short as possible to minimize line losses. Line loss between the antenna and the MCC-6120 SDR should be less than 2 db. A table of cable loss (at 50 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex PRELIMINARY Diam.
(Inches) 3.0 1.8 1.2 2.0 1.0
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-4
.48
.26 LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 160 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet
.500
.875 15.0 33.0 Diam.
(Inches) 5.1 2.6 1.8 3.7 1.9
.82
.45 RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 1000 MHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet Diam.
(Inches) 13.4 7.3 5.3 9.6 4.9 2.2 1.3 RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LMR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax A table of cable loss (at 2.4 GHz) for various types of co-ax cable is given below for reference. CABLE TYPE
.211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 Loss/100 feet (db) Weight/100 feet Diam.
(Inches) RG 223, RG 58 RG 214, RG 8 RG 17 LMR-240 ultra flex LDR-400 ultra flex LDF4A-50 inch heliax LDF5A-50 7/8 inch heliax When operating at a fixed data collection site an antenna height of 20 feet above ground will normally be sufficient. 211
.425
.870
.240
.405
.500
.875 21.8 12.3 9.3 15.2 7.9 3.4 1.9
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0
(lbs.) 3.4 12.6 20.1 3.4 9.0 15.0 33.0 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network INTALLATION 3-5 FCC ID: BIB61201001 PRELIMINARY 3.2 Equipment Installation The MCC-6120 SDR operates over a temperature range from -30 C to +60 C and is normally housed in a stainless steel enclosure; however, it is not waterproof. A NEMA waterproof enclosure is recommended for outdoor installations. To ensure proper operation, shielded cable is recommended for all connectors. Always use adequate strain relief on all cables and a weatherproof seal at the entry point of the enclosure. If the unit is housed inside a restricted enclosure care must be taken to remove excess heat from inside the enclosure. The MCC-6120 SDR will consume 12-15 watts in a receive-only mode. While transmitting, the unit can consume up to 150 watts. Operating at a 10% duty cycle will, therefore, result in a power dissipation of about 30 watts. 3.2.1 Mobile Installations Mobile applications can include vehicles, aircraft, vessels, and locomotives. A different type of antenna may be required for each application. For example, a 3 whip (at low band or high band VHF) is generally a good solution for vehicles. Low profile antennas, vertically polarized, are required for locomotives. 10 whips are generally used for vessels, these antennas should be designed for operation in maritime environments. Consult with MCCs sales department for specific antennas recommended. For vehicle installations the MCC-6120 SDR may be mounted in any convenient location, e.g., in the trunk, under the seat, or in the engine compartment. 3.2.2 Cable Connections There are a maximum of eight (8) cable connections to be made to the MCC-6120 SDR as shown below. These connections are used for both mobile and fixed site applications. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-6 Ethernet & USB Ports I/O Port DC Power Input 900 MHz
(UHF) Antenna Port
[MCC-6100 only]
802.11(b) Antenna Port High Band Antenna Port GPS Antenna Port Low Band Antenna Port 3.2.2.1 DC Power Input The MCC-6120 SDR requires a power source that can deliver up to 25 amps of pulsed power
(100 msec) out of a +12 VDC to +14VDC power source. The 25 amp power demand will cause a voltage drop to occur at the transmitter input, resulting in reduced transmit power, unless the power cable to the source is sized appropriately. MCC recommends using two #16 AWG wires for both the power and ground and a cable length that does not exceed 10 feet. If a longer cable is required use #14 AWG. MCC provides a standard 6 foot power cable with lugs for connecting to a 3/8 battery post (Part No. 14001350-01). The power connector pins are as follows:
The voltage at pins 1 and 4 should not drop by more than 2VDC during transmission. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network INTALLATION 3-7 FCC ID: BIB61201001 PRELIMINARY 3.2.2.2 LB/HB Connectors Connect the Low Band VHF and High Band VHF antenna cables to the two BNC RF connectors, being careful to observe the proper frequency bands. Use double-shielded coax for all connections. RG-223 (double-shielded) may be used for cable lengths under 30 feet for the low band and high band antenna. Use a double-shielded cable RG-214 for lengths up to 100 feet for the low and high bands. Refer to Section 3.1.4 for coax cable losses at the various frequency bands. 3.2.2.3 GPS Antenna Connect an external GPS antenna to this SMA connector on the front panel when the internal GPS receiver is used. Note: GPS antennas have a built in amplifiers that require a DC voltage
(3-5 V) on the center conductor. 3.2.2.4 802.11(b) Connect an external 802.11(b) antenna to this reverse-SMA connector on the front panel. Use the Antenex TRA24003P 3dB omni directional antenna for the 802.11(b) antenna. Avoid excessive cable lengths that would induce >3 dB cable loss from the antenna to the radio. It is recommended that LMR 240 Ultra Flex be used for cable runs up to 20 feet. If longer runs are required, use the LMR 400 Ultra Flex cable. 3.2.2.5 I/O Port The 44 pin I/O connector on the front panel includes three RS-232 ports and one Sensor port. MCC provides a standard cable harness that breaks out these four ports as shown below:
I/O Port
(44 Pin) Operator Port
(9 Pin) Data Port
(9 Pin) Aux Port
(9 Pin) Sensor Port
(25 Pin) MCC PART NO. 14001352-01 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-8 3.2.2.5.1 Operator Port The Operator Port is normally connected to a local operator terminal. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. Signal CD Tx Data Rx Data OPERATOR PORT 9S Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DTR Ground DSR RTS CTS Not Used 3.2.2.5.2 Data Port The Data Port may be used for connecting to a data logger, GPS receiver or other serial input device. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. DATA PORT 9S Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Signal Not Used Tx Data Rx Data DTR Ground DSR RTS CTS Ring PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-9 3.2.2.5.3 Auxiliary Port (AUX) The AUX PORT may be connected to a GPS receiver or other serial input device. Use a standard RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male D connector. This port is also used for interfacing to MCC test equipment (pins 6, 8, and 9). AUX PORT 9S Signal Not Used Tx Data Rx Data Not Used Ground MCLK (TTL) Not Used MDIR (TTL) MSET (TTL) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 IMPORTANT The AUX port connector has three extra pins (pins 6, 8, and 9) whose signals do not conform to the RS-232 standard. These are for MCC test purposes. These pins will NOT interfere with a normal 3-wire RS-232 connector (pins 2, 3, and 5). 3.2.2.5.4 Sensor Port The Sensor port is used as a general purpose Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
(SCADA) interface requiring limited I/O in lieu of a full data logging capability. Use a mating cable with a 25-pin male D connector for access to the various functions. For convenience, this cable may be routed to a terminal block for interfacing to the various sensors and other external devices. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-10 SENSOR PORT Signal Optocoupled input #1 positive
(no connection) Optocoupled input #2 positive Optocoupled input return Optocoupled input #3 positive
(no connection) Optocoupled input #4 positive
(no connection) Ground MIC_HI MIC_LO Push-To-Talk RX_AUDIO1 RX_AUDIO2 MUTE Switched +12V (0.5A maximum) Analog Input #1 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #2 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #3 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #4 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #5 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
Analog Input #6 ( 0 to 5 V) 0.5%
+5V Reference
(10mA for sensor excitation)
+12V (0.5A maximum) Detected RF Test Point Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 D25S SENSOR PORT I N1 +
NC I N2 +
I N I N3 +
NC I N4 +
NC GND MI C _ HI MI C _ L O P T T R X _ A U D I O 1 R X _ A U D I O 2 MUTE
+12Vsw A DC1 A DC2 A DC3 A DC4 A DC5 A DC6
+5VREF
+12V DETRF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-11 3.2.2.6 Ethernet/USB Connector The SDR has two Ethernet Network two independent Interface Adaptors and two USB adaptors. Connections to these adaptors are made thru a 15 pin sub miniature D connector located on the front panel. An interface cable (provided by MCC) is used to break these connections into standard RJ 45 plugs for the Ethernet signals and a standard USB Host connector for the USB Host, and a standard USB Device connector for the second USB port. The Host port is used to plug memory sticks and camera devices into. The second USB port allows the SDR to operate as a USB Host, so it can be used to connect a laptop into for purposes of programming the radio. Ethernet-USB Connectors PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-12 DTR CD DSR RTS CTS RXDA TXDA GND RXDB TXDB GND RTSB DTRB RINGB DSRB CTSB RXDC TXDC GND MDIR MCLK MSET GND GND IN1+
NC IN2+
IN IN3+
GND IN4+
NC GND MIC_HI MIC_LO PTT GND MUTE
+12VSW ADC1 ADC2 ADC3 ADC4 ADC5 ADC6
+5V REF
+12V DET RF RX_AUDIO1 RX_AUDIO2 DS9 OPERATOR PORT D9S DATA PORT D9S AUX PORT D25S I/O PORT 4 1 6 7 8 3 2 5 9 3 2 5 7 4 9 6 8 1 3 2 5 8 6 9 4 7 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24 23 4
7 1 21 8 32 36 34 35 31 33 22 10 28 12 13 8 27 19 20 18 3 1 2 16 17 25 15 14 29 11 26 9 43 38 39 40 37 42 41 30 44 5 I/O PORT (44 PIN) PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY 3.3 Power-Up Sequence FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-13 IMPORTANT Before applying power to the MCC-6120 SDR, check all connections between the MCC-6120 SDR and the external equipment (power, antenna, operator terminal, and data logger). Refer to Section 3.2.3 for cabling instructions. 3.3.1 Connect Operator Terminal Connect a laptop or an operator terminal, with XTERMW installed and running, to the Operator Port. XTERMW is an MCC windows-based terminal emulation program designed for interfacing with MCC products. The operator terminal must be programmed with the same configuration parameters as the Operator Port. The Operator Port of the MCC-6120 SDR is programmed with the following factory default configuration at the time of shipment:
Baud rate Data bits Stop bit 9600 8 1 Parity Protocol Flow control none none ASCII 3.3.2 Power Connection Power up the MCC-6120 SDR by applying +12VDC to the power connector. NOTE When the unit transmits, it will draw up to 20 amps; therefore, review section 3.2.3.1 for proper cabling to the power source. The voltage drop at the input connector during transmission should be less than 2 VDC for proper operation of the unit. Verify this during the Operational Test Procedure in Section 3.4. When power is initially applied to the MCC-6120 SDR, or after a software boot or hardware reset, the following message will be displayed:
MCC-6120 SDR PACKET DATA RADIO
(c) Copyright 2005 Meteor Communications Corp. All Rights Reserved S/W Part Number P1101-00-00 MCC-6120 Version 1.14 11/05/05 S/W Part Number P1102-00-00 DSP SDR Version 1.10 07/14/04 S/W Part Number P1103-00-00 DSP FPGA Version 4 07/14/04 S/W Part Number P1121-00-00 Flexbus FPGA Version 7 11/03/05
* Part Number, Version Number, and date vary according to a particular radios Firmware. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-14 At this time all configuration data is loaded from Program Memory into RAM. This data will remain in RAM until power cycled. This is the type of message that should be displayed when you first apply power to the unit during a field installation, and for each subsequent power cycle of the radio. After power is applied to the radio all parameters that were entered and saved during the previous session will be reloaded from Flash2 memory. If you want to load factory defaults, power cycle the unit while holding the lower case f key down. After about 10-15 fs are displayed, release the key and you should see the following message:
+fffffffffffffffffffffffffff Ver 1.0 SDR Boot... (Entry due to operator request) 1.. Factory Default 9.. Launch Application Enter a 1 followed by carriage return to restart with factory default parameters. Enter a 9 to restart the application without changing the stored parameters. If you restart with factory defaults, the proper script file must be re-entered into the MCC-6120 SDR using XTERMW. (Refer to Section 3.3.3.5 for more information on using script files.) If you do not have a script file to load you can go through the following procedure to manually start the unit. 3.3.3 Initialization Procedures The following initialization procedures should now be performed in the order they are given below. 3.3.3.1 Verify Device Type The MCC-6120 SDR must be programmed to operate as a particular device type, such as Remote Station, Repeater, or Base, depending on your network configuration. The device type is normally set at the factory prior to shipment to ensure proper integration with your network. Use the following command to display what device type the unit is configured as:
DEVICE [ENTER]
PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-15 Always check with your System Administrator to determine which device type your unit should be configured as. For example, if the device should be a Remote Station and it is not currently configured properly, you can change the device type, as follows:
DEVICE,REMOTE [ENTER]
SAVE [ENTER]
CAUTION Do not change the device type unless told to do so by your System Administrator. Changing the device type can make your unit cease operating and can impact communications throughout the entire network. 3.3.3.2 Verify ID Number Every MCC unit is programmed at the factory with a 16-bit unit ID. To display the unit ID number on the operator terminal, enter:
Contact your System Administrator to make sure this ID is registered in the network configuration database. Under some circumstances the ID may have to be changed on-site. This can only be done if the ID is not locked. ID [ENTER]
CAUTION ID changes must be coordinated with both MCC and your System Administrator. Failure to do so may result in data or messages being misrouted or lost. If the site is equipped with a CIM (Configuration Information Module), the ID for the MCC-6120 will be set from the CIM. 3.3.3.3 Verify Channel Frequency The MCC-6120 SDR is programmed at the factory with the authorized frequencies to be used on a specific channel in your network. These channels and frequencies are stored in Parameter memory and cannot be changed. Verify that the correct channel and frequency is configured by entering the command:
or CHAN [ENTER] for short cut CHANNEL [ENTER]
PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-16 This shows you the active or primary channel number and TX and RX frequency pair, plus up to 20 additional frequency pairs for channels that may be programmed at the factory. For example, the following table could be displayed:
+chan 11/14/05 15:11:26 Primary Channel TX mhz RX mhz Mod-Val 01 44.5800 44.5800 1 11/14/05 15:11:26 Channel Table:
Channel TX mhz RX mhz Mod-Val
>01* 44.5800 44.5800 1 CAUTION Do not change the frequency pair unless told to do so by your System Administrator. Changing the frequency pair can make your unit stop communicating with the network. 3.3.3.4 Select Site Name A descriptive name may be given to the site where the MCC-6120 SDR is being installed. The selected site name must be coordinated with your System Administrator. To enter a site name use the following command:
where: nnnnnn = maximum of 32 alpha-characters SITE NAME, nnnnnn [ENTER]
CAUTION Please double-check the site name entry for correct spelling and spacing. Data from a site with an incorrect site name will be mishandled or misrouted by the Host. An incorrect site name can result in significant effort to recover misrouted data. 3.3.3.5 Enter Script Files The appropriate Script File is usually programmed into the MCC-6120 SDR at the factory prior to shipment. If the appropriate Script File has already not been entered, a new file can be loaded from your operator terminal using XTERMW software. There is one Script File that uniquely programs the MCC-6120 SDR to operate as a Remote Station in your specific or MeteorComm network. If the site is equipped with a CIM (Configuration Information Module), the MCC-6120 will automatically be scripted from the CIM. NOTE PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-17 The procedure for loading the Script File is described below:
1. Install the MCC-6120 SDR MeteorComm CD (or diskette), with the Script File on it into your operator terminal, and load the Script File into your XTERMW\XTS subdirectory. 2. Start XTERMW and open a connection at the correct baud rate and COM port (typically COM1, 9600 baud). All other parameters are defaults. 3. From the Scripts drop-down menu in XTERM, choose Execute Script. 4. Select the appropriate Script File in the XTERM subdirectory. Double-click the file name to start execution. The commands in the Script File are executed one at a time until the end of the file is reached. Press the up arrow key to scroll up and review the command responses. If any commands result in BAD COMMAND, BAD PARAMETER, or a similar message, the Script File may have an error in it. If so, the script file needs to be corrected. Contact MCC or your System Administrator for a replacement. You may verify that the correct configuration file has been loaded by entering the three commands: ASSIGN, SNP, and CONFIG. THIS COMPLETES THE INTIALIZATION PROCEDURE PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network PRELIMINARY FCC ID: BIB61201001 INTALLATION 3-18 3.4 Operational Test Procedure 3.4.1 RF Test A very thorough RF test can be made by entering the command TEST [ENTER]. TEST causes the processor to turn the transmitter ON and measures the forward and reverse RF power that is being transmitted. It also measures the battery voltage under load and the antenna noise voltage. The following response will be displayed on the operator terminal:
syncs xmits acks pwr-fwd pwr-rev v-bat det-rf resets xxxx yyyy zzzz aaaa bbbb ccc ddd eee where: xxxx yyyy zzzz aaaa bbbb ccc ddd eee
= Reflected power in watts. This should be less than 5 watts.
= Battery voltage under load (while transmitting). This should be greater
= Received signal strength in dBm. This will normally be the noise level
= Number of times the radio has rebooted.
= Forward power in watts. This should be greater than 80 watts.
= # of sync patterns received from the master station.
= # of transmissions made by the MCC-6120 SDR.
= # of acknowledgements received from the Master Station. at the antenna and should read about 120. than 10.6 VDC. NOTE The forward RF power should be at least 80 watts when operating at Low Band VHF, and 25 watts when operating in High Band VHF if the battery voltage is normal. If it is lower than these values check for proper cabling to the power source (see Section 3.2.2.1.). If the reverse RF power is greater than 5 watts on any channel check the antenna and coaxial cabling for proper installation. If both the forward and reverse power are low, the transmitter may be automatically shutting down due to an antenna VSWR greater than 3:1. Check the antenna and coaxial cabling for proper installation. The DET RF value indicates the level of the RF signal plus noise at the antenna in dBM (dB above or below 1 milliwatt of power). Use the mm,50,dist command to obtain just the noise value. This noise level should be less than -90 dBM. The lower the number the lower the noise and the larger the operating range of the unit will be. Refer to Section 3.1 for reducing site noise conditions. An overall figure of merit for the link performance is the XMIT to ACK ratio. If this ratio is 3:1 or lower, the overall performance will be very good. This completes the initialization and power-up sequence of the MCC-6120 SDR. The unit is now ready for operation. PRELIMINARY MCC-6120 SDR Packet Data Radio Network
| frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2007-03-28 | 2412 ~ 2462 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | Original Equipment |
| 2 | 151 ~ 162 | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter |
| app s | Applicant Information | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 2 | Effective |
2007-03-28
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| 1 2 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Meteorcomm LLC
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| 1 2 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0021060629
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| 1 2 | Physical Address |
1201 SW 7TH ST
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| 1 2 |
Renton, Washington 98057-5213
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| 1 2 |
United States
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| app s | TCB Information | |||||
| n/a | ||||||
| app s | FCC ID | |||||
| 1 2 | Grantee Code |
BIB
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| 1 2 | Equipment Product Code |
61201001
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| app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
| 1 2 | Name |
L******** C******
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| 1 2 | Title |
Director, Product Development
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| 1 2 | Telephone Number |
253.8******** Extension:
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| 1 2 | Fax Number |
253 8********
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| 1 2 |
l******@meteorcomm.com
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| app s | Technical Contact | |||||
| 1 2 | Firm Name |
MeteorComm
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| 1 2 | Name |
N****** S******
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| 1 2 | Physical Address |
22614 66th Avenue South
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| 1 2 |
22612 66th Avenue South
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| 1 2 |
Kent, Washington 98032
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| 1 2 |
United States
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| 1 2 | Telephone Number |
(253)********
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| 1 2 | Fax Number |
(253)********
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| 1 2 |
n******@meteorcomm.com
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| app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
| 1 2 | Firm Name |
MeteorComm
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| 1 2 | Name |
N****** S****
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| 1 2 | Physical Address |
22614 66th Avenue South
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| 1 2 |
22612 66th Avenue South
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| 1 2 |
Kent, Washington 98032
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| 1 2 |
United States
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| 1 2 | Telephone Number |
(253)********
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| 1 2 | Fax Number |
(253)********
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| 1 2 |
n******@meteorcomm.com
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| app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
| 1 2 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
| 1 2 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
| if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
| app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
| 1 2 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | Yes | ||||
| 1 2 | Equipment Class | DTS - Digital Transmission System | ||||
| 1 2 | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter | |||||
| 1 2 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Land Mobile Packet Data Transceiver | ||||
| 1 2 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 2 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
| 1 2 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
| 1 2 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | Yes | ||||
| 1 2 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 2 | Grant Comments | Output power is conducted. The antenna installation and operating configurations of this transmitter, including antenna gain and cable loss must satisfy MPE categorical Exclusion Requirements of 2.1091. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. | ||||
| 1 2 | Output power listed is rated conducted. This transmitter is certified to operate with the antennas and installation configurations described in this filing. This radio must operate in push to talk mode with a duty factor not exceeding 50 % and must be restricted to work related operations in an Occupational / Controlled RF exposure environment. All qualified end users of this device must receive training, to have the knowledge to control their exposure conditions and/or duration to comply with Occupational / Controlled exposure limit and also have control of the exposure conditions of bystanders for complying with General Population / Uncontrolled exposure limit. Labeling as described in this filing must be displayed on the device and visible to the users to identify the specific training information for meeting the FCC RF exposure requirements. | |||||
| 1 2 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 2 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
| app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
| 1 2 | Firm Name |
CKC Laboratories, Inc.
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| 1 2 | Name |
S**** B********
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| 1 2 | Telephone Number |
425-4******** Extension:
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| 1 2 | Fax Number |
425-4********
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| 1 2 |
r******@ckc.com
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| Equipment Specifications | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 | 15C | 41 | 2412.00000000 | 2462.00000000 | 0.0300000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 1 | 9 | 39 | 50 | 100 | 20 ppm | 20K0F1D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 2 | 9 | 39 | 50 | 100 | 20 ppm | 8K00G1D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 3 | 9 | 151 | 162 | 33 | 2.5 ppm | 20K0F1D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 4 | 9 | 151 | 162 | 33 | 2.5 ppm | 11K0F1D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 5 | 9 | 151 | 162 | 33 | 2.5 ppm | 16K0F3E | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 6 | 9 | 151 | 162 | 33 | 2.5 ppm | 11K0F3E | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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