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MDS 9710 Transceiver

Fixed Frequency Licensed Solutions

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Market Applications

  • Gas/Oil Production and Distribution
  • Water, Gas and Electric Utilities
  • Lotteries
  • Traffic Control
  • Industrial Process Control
  • Railroad Communication Systems

 

 

MDS Transceiver Series Overview

The GE MDS Transceiver Series is a price/performance leader in licensed microwave radios in the 800-960 MHz frequency ranges. They provide increased throughput, and longer range for multiple address systems. Transparent and direct asynchronous communication offers real-time com-munication. No extra software or programming is needed to implement communications using standard asynchronous protocols. A general purpose (unconditioned) digital output is available.

The GE MDS Transceiver Series is field configurable as a master station or remote radio. They can operate as a half-duplex or simplex radio. They support all splits in duplex frequencies. When operating as a master station, full network diagnostics are available. Simplex mode permits peer-to-peer radio communications. This product is available for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D hazardous locations.*

Why Consider a GE MDS Transceiver Series Solution?

High system performance and data integrity! Through robust construction, digital signal processing technology (DSP) and we offer up to 19.2 kbps data throughput.

Rapid Installation! Quick return on investment due to ease of wireless installation. This licensed radio offers the ability to communicate with any asynchronous protocol without extra software or extra programming.

Performance under the most adverse conditions! Exceptional design provides excellent performance in the face of interference or difficult signal paths.

Network Wide Diagnostics! InSite Network Management software simplifies tasks and reduces the cost of managing the network infrastructure. Provides a non-intrusive means of maintenance and link monitoring.

Features

  • High Performance – Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine
  • Flexibility – Single Unit Configurable as Master or Remote Radio
  • Compatibility – Inter-Operable Versions Available for use with Existing MDS 2000 Series Radios

More Information


Specifications

General
Frequency Bands: 800 to 960 MHz
Freq. Programmability: 6.25 kHz increments to any MAS channel pair

MDS 9710A MDS 9710B
Agency Approvals FCC E5MDS9710-1 Industry Canada & CE Mark FCC E5MDS9710
4 Wire Analog Yes Yes
Data Rate 9600 bps (rf) 9600 bps (rf)
Port Speed 110 bps-38.4 kbps (data) @ 12.5 kHz Channel Spacing 300-9600 bps (rf and data) @ 12.5 kHz Channel Spacing
Bit Error Rate BER 1x10 -6
@ -110 dBm typical
4800 bps: BER 1x10 -6 @ -110 dBm typical
9600 bps: BER 1x10 -6 @ -108 dBm typical
Diagnostics Network Wide Diagnostic Option DTMF Diagnostic Option


All Models
Operational Modes: Async. - Simplex, half-duplex, (synchronous available (9600 bps only) in MDS 4710B, and MDS 9710B)
Data Interface: RS-232, DB-25 Female Connector Supports: TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DCD, RUS, AUX POWER, DSR, and GND


Transmitter
Carrier Power: 0.1 to 5 Watts Programmable
Duty Cycle: Continuous
Output Impedance: 50 Ohms
Frequency Stability: +/- 0.00015% 1.5 ppm
Carrier Power Accuracy: Normal +/- 1.5 dB


Receiver
Type: Double Conversion Superheterodyne
Frequency Stability: +/- 0.00015% (1.5 ppm)
Adjacent Channel (EIA): 60 dB nominal


Power
Sleep Mode: 15 mA nominal
Primary Power: Voltage 13.8 Vdc nominal (10.5 to 16 Vdc operating range)
Tx Current: 2A Typical at 5 Watts
Rx Current: <125 mA


Modem
Modulation: Digital / CPFSK
CTS Delay: 0-255 msec programmable in 1 msec increments
PTT Delay: 0-255 msec programmable in 1 msec increments


Environmental
Humidity: 95% at 40°C (104°F) non-condensing
Temperature Range: -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)


Physical
Case: Rugged Die Cast Aluminum
Dimensions: 5.08 x 14.29 x 18.4 cm
(2.0 x 5.625 x 7.25 inches)
Weight: 1 kg (2.2 lbs)


Configuration Diagrams

Typical MDS MAS Point-to-Multipoint Application

Typical GE MDS Point-to-Multipoint Application with Spread Spectrum Tail-End Link

* The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment, which is certified for hazerdous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by approving agencies.


GE MDS products are manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001. GE MDS reserves the right to make changes to specifications of products described in this data sheet at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.

Copyright 2001 GE MDS Inc. (Part No. 2710/4710/9710) SL0091 Rev. I, 12-10-03