Persistent systems RF2100 S-Band Radio Module User Manual 1

MPU5

BASIC OPERATOR MANUAL

VERSION 2.0

rights reserved. This Basic Operator Manual contains information that is the sole property of Persistent Systems, LLC

and may not be excerpted, summarized, copied or published without the written permission of Persistent Systems, LLC.

Issued: January, 2016

READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION

PERSISTENT SYSTEMS

Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems LLC is a global communications

technology company which develops, manufactures and integrates a patented and secure Mobile

Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay® . The company’s industry-leading R&D team has

designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting edge Wave Relay® system and has

designed MIMO radios to allow the Wave Relay® MANET to achieve its highest potential. Wave Relay®

is capable of running real-time data, video, voice and other applications under the most difﬁcult and

unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is ﬁeld proven and utilized in Commercial, Military,

Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Mining, Oil and Gas, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.

THE MPU5

The MPU5 is the Next Generation Wave Relay® platform. Leveraging multiple leading edge technologies

such as MIMO and Android™, the MPU5 is a smart radio that delivers increased performance, reliability,

and capability to the end user in a small, cost-efﬁcient package. Stream multiple HD Video feeds, run

commercial and custom apps, view situational awareness, and communicate with high quality audio

all with a single device and a minimal number of accessories.

WAVE RELAY® MANET

The Wave Relay® System is a peer-to-peer wireless MANET networking solution in which there is no

master node. If any device fails, the rest of the devices continue to communicate using any remaining

connectivity. By eliminating master nodes, gateways, access points, and central coordinators from the

design, Wave Relay® delivers high levels of fault tolerance regardless of which nodes might fail. The

system is designed to maximize the capacity of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum and to minimize

the network overhead. While optimizing efﬁciency, Wave Relay® also implements tech niques that

increase multicast reliability. The advanced multicast functionality allows the system to support both

multicast voice and video over IP.

Wave Relay® is designed to maintain high bandwidth con nectivity among devices that are on the

move. The system is scalable, enabling it to incorporate unlimited meshed devices into the wireless

network, where the devices themselves form the communication infrastructure. Even in highly dynamic

environments, the system is able to maintain connectivity by rapidly re-routing data as necessary. Wave

Relay® is a self-forming and self-healing network where nodes can move freely within the network.

Critical information ﬂows reliably throughout the network while individual data paths are able to adapt at

sub-second intervals. This unique approach creates an ideal environment for maximizing performance

across the available communications medium. Customers leverage Wave Relay®’s straight forward and

effective architecture to enable a true “Plug and Play” capability. Deploying a Wave Relay® network is as

simple as connecting a standard Ethernet cable; customers are immediately connected to everything on

the network.

Wave Relay® is a seamless wireless networking system offering a dynamic and reliable solution for all

mobile networking needs. The MPU5 offers the Wave Relay® MANET combined with other leading

edge technologies in a single smart radio.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 4

Persistent Systems 4

The MPU5 4

Wave Relay® MANET 4

Safety 12

Suggested Hardware 16

Part I: Physical Setup 17

Section A: RF Setup 17

Inserting the Radio Module 20

Connecting Antennas 22

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section B: Power 26

Connecting Power 28

Removing Power 30

Powering On the Unit 32

Section C: Side Connector Cables 34

Parts List/Interchangeable Parts 35

Connecting a Cable to a Side Connector 36

Part II: Software Setup 40

Section A: Conﬁguring the Management Computer 40

Parts List/Interchangeable Parts 40

Conﬁguring the Management Computer (Windows) 42

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Conﬁguring the Management Computer (Linux) 50

Connecting the MPU5 to the Management Computer 51

Parts List/Interchangeable Parts 51

Accessing the Web Management Interface 51

Parts List/Interchangeable Parts 54

Security Key 62

Assigning IP Address and Interface Names 64

Rebooting an Individual Node 67

Part III: Testing Connectivity 68

Check Neighbor Node Status 68

Perform a Throughput Test 70

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Part IV: Using the Web Management Interface 72

View Individual Node Information 72

Conﬁguring Radio Settings for a Single Node 74

Upgrading Firmware 76

Creating a Conﬁguration File 78

Loading Settings from a Conﬁguration File 79

Reset Node to Factory Conﬁguration 80

Check GPS Status 81

Part V: Device Operation 82

Zeroize the Security Key 82

Connect a Camera to the MPU5 84

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Connect an EUD or Handheld Display to the MPU5 86

Connecting a Monitor or TV to the Wave Relay® MPU5 88

Connect USB Accessories to the MPU5 91

Install Android™ Apps on the MPU5 93

Connect a PTT Device to the MPU5 98

Conﬁgure PTT Settings 100

Enable Push-to-Talk 101

Set Earpiece Volume 101

Set Microphone Level 102

Set Transmit Mode 103

Set Transmit or Receive Audible Checktone 104

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Enable/Disable Low Battery Audible Notiﬁcation 105

Selecting Channels 106

Customize a PTT Channel 107

Using Wave Relay® Push-to-Talk 108

Using Flash Override 109

Professional Installer – Compliance 110

Attachments 114

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SAFETY

Lire et comprendre les consignes de sécurité d’emploi et tout

de l’opérateur avant d’utiliser cet équipement

SAFETY WARNINGS

Handle Safely: • Falling while installing or removing equipment can cause serious injury.

• If installing on a tower or any other tall locations, use proper lifting tech-

niques and wear proper protective equipment.

• Tomber lors de l’installation ou de retirer l’équipment peut causer des

blessures graves.

• Si vous installez sur une tour ou d’autres endroits de hauteur, utiliser des

techniques de levage appropriées et porter un équipment de protection

approprié.

SAFETY

Electrical Shock

and Fires:

• Understand and follow all local codes and regulations when installing elec-

trical equipment.

• Only use approved battery and/or power supplies.

• Comprendre et respecter tous les codes et règlements locaux lors de l’in-

stallation des équipements électriques.

• Utilisez uniquement la batterie et les alimentations ou approuvé.

RF Exposure: • Prevent injury from exposure to high frequency ﬁelds.

• See antenna separation instructions in the Compliance section of this man-

ual.

• Do not operate with antenna removed. This can increase RF exposure

risks and/or damage the equipment.

• Prévenir les blessures d l’exposition aux champs de haute fréquence.

• Voir les instructions de séparation de l’antenne dans la section de la con-

formité de ce manuel.

• Ne pas faire fonctionner avec antenne enlevé. Cela peut augmenter les

risques d’exposition aux radiofréquences et ou endommager l’équipe-

ment.

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SAFETY

CAUTION

DEVICE UTILIZES LITHIUM ION BATTERY

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

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MISE EN GARDE

Dispositif utilise la batterie Ion Lithium

RISQUE D’EXPLOSION SI LA BATTERIE EST REMPLACE PAR UN TYPE INCORRECT.

Jetez les piles usagées selon

LES INSTRUCTIONS

Lithium Batteries Handling

• Lithium ion batteries are deﬁned as Class 9 dangerous goods by the IATA Dangerous Goods

Regulations.

• Handle with care.

• Do not use if package is damaged - it can cause ﬁre.

Disposing of Used Batteries

• Disposal should be done in accordance with applicable regulations, which vary from country to

country as well as by state and local governments. In most countries, trashing of used batteries

is forbidden and disposal can be done through non-proﬁt organizations mandated by local au-

SAFETY

thorities or organized by professionals.

• Incineration of lithium cells and batteries by consumers is not recommended. Incineration

should be done at a properly permitted facility that can handle this waste.

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Manipulation des batteries lithium

• Les batteries au lithium-ion sont déﬁnis comme Classe 9 marchandises dangereuses par le Régle-

ment sur les marchandises dangereuses de l’IATA.

• Manipuler avec soin.

• Ne pas utiliser si l’emballage est dommage, il peut provoquer un incendie.

Mise au rebut des batteries usagées

• L’élimination doit être effectuée conformément aux réglementations applicables, qui varient

d’un pays à l’autre ainsi que par les gouvernements d’État et locaux. Dans la plupart des pays

saccage des batteries usagées est interdit et l’élimination peut être fair par les organisations à

but non lucratif mandatés par les autorités locales ou organisées par des professionnels.

• Incinération des dellules et batteries au lithium par les consommateurs est déconseillée. In-

cinération devrait être fait dans une installation dûment autorisée qui peut gérer ces déchets.

See Attached Battery Spec Sheet, MSDS, and compliance document for more information

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SUGGESTED ADDITIONAL HARDWARE

Suggested Additional Hardware

▶Torque Wrench: Used to attach/detach radio module

▶TPI Kit: Allows for antenna and RF cable matching

▶RF cable at various lengths (LMR-400): Allows for ﬂexibility in antenna setup

▶Ethernet Cables

▶Ethernet Female-to-Female Extenders

▶HD Screen or TV with HDMI input: Displays Android™ computer interface and/or streaming

video

▶Laptop with Administrator Access: Used for device conﬁguration

▶USB Thumb Drives: Used for software conﬁguration storage and loading

PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

What Will I Learn?

▶How to attach antennas to the MPU5

▶How to insert radio modules into the MPU5 chassis

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Section A: Power

Part I: Physical Setup

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

?How do I tell if my antennas and radio modules are compatible?

Quick Reference:

ANT- or RF-1xxx – L-Band (1.35 - 1.39 GHz)

ANT- or RF-2xxx – S-Band (2.2 - 2.5 GHz; EDM: 2.3 - 2.5 GHz)

ANT- or RF-3xxx – C-Band (4.4 - 4.8 GHZ or 4.9 - 5.8 GHz) *in development

Find the part numbers on the antennas. Antenna part numbers are on a sticker wrapped around the base

of the antenna.

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Find the part number on the radio module. The radio module part number is on a sticker on the back of

the radio module.

2

Each part number will begin with ANT- (antennas) or RF- (radio modules) followed by four (4) digits. The

ﬁrst digit references the radio band of the part. Make sure that the ﬁrst digit of the antennas and radio

module match.

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!WARNING!: DO NOT use mismatched antennas and radio modules. This conﬁguration will result in very

poor performance if it works at all. If you do not have matching antennas and radio modules, contact Persistent

Systems.

!WARNING!: User MUST refer to the Professional Installer – Compliance Section of this manual for ap-

proved antenna types.

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

Inserting the Radio Module

1If there are rubber caps

on the radio module

contacts, remove them.

2Align the radio module

with the chassis. 3Press the radio module

into the chassis.

PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

4Torque screws clockwise to 6 in lbs in

diagonal order. 5Pull on the radio module to verify that it is

attached securely.

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2

3

4

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

1Start with the middle

antenna port. 2Align the RF connector

on the antenna with the

RF connector on the unit.

3Twist the antenna clock-

wise until it is fully mated.

Connecting Antennas

▶You can use a TPI Kit and/or extra LMR-400 RF Cables to remote antennas away from the unit. This setup is particu-

larly useful for mounted or operations center conﬁgurations.

▶To operate in SISO mode, you only need to attach an antenna to the antenna port for the chain you want to use.

WARNING!: if you want to operate in SISO mode, unused antenna chains MUST be turned off.

Tips & Tricks

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

4Repeat Steps 1 - 3 for

the remaining two RF

antennas.

5Align the SMA connec-

tor on the GPS antenna

with the SMA connector

on the unit.

6Twist the antenna clock-

wise until it is fully mated.

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

How do I ensure that the radio

module is aligned properly?

?

The three RF connectors on the radio module will

align with the three RF connectors on the chassis.

When aligned properly, the engraved writing on the

radio module will be facing the same direction as

the writing on the chassis.

What do I do if the radio module

won’t insert into the chassis?

?

Ensure that the radio module is aligned properly.

Ensure that the connectors on the radio module are

not bent.

Ensure that there are no foreign objects in any of

the connectors, on the bottom of the radio module,

or in the chassis well.

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2

3

What do I do if the antennas won’t

screw onto the RF connectors?

?Ensure that you are using antennas with RP-TNC

Male connectors or an appropriate adapter from

your TPI kit.

Ensure that the connectors on both the unit and

antennas are not damaged.

Ensure that there are no foreign objects in any of

the connectors.

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2

3

How do I tell if the antennas are

connected properly?

?When an antenna is mated properly, the threads on

the connector will not be visible. However, there

may be a small space between the antenna and the

chassis.

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PHYSICAL SETUP: RF SETUP

What Can I Do Now?

✓

▶Swap radio modules and antennas to change the RF band you are capable of operating on

▶Swap out broken radio modules and antennas

▶Setup hardware to receive GPS connectivity

▶Remote antennas away from the unit

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How can I use my old power accessories from previous Wave Relay products with my

MPU5?

?

You can use your MPU4 twist locking battery pack or BB batteries with the MPU5. You CANNOT use old battery

eliminators with the MPU5. The MPU5 accepts 12 - 24V input power, unlike previous Wave Relay® products.

You CANNOT power the MPU5 via Power over Ethernet (PoE).

PHYSICAL SETUP: POWER

What Will I Learn?

▶How to connect a power source to the MPU5

▶How to power on the MPU5

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Section B: Power

PHYSICAL SETUP: POWER

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