Redline Communications RDL3000RMF White Space Device with Geo-location - Fixed User Manual 70 00184 02 00
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Contents
User Manual
RDL-3000 M2M Solutions
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RDL-3000 Family
Broadband Wireless Systems
RDL-3000-RMF
Fixed TVBD
Radio Module
Product Manual
1 Product Overview ................................................................... 4
2 Conditions of Use ................................................................... 5
3 Module Installation and Service ............................................ 6
4 Final Product Requirements .................................................. 7
5 Regulatory Notices ................................................................. 8
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Copyright Information
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Redline Communications Inc. This document may not in whole or in part be copied,
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Communications Incorporated.
Contact Information
Contact Information:
Redline Communications Inc.
302 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON
Canada L3R 0E8
Web site:
http://www.rdlcom.com
Email:
Inquiries: info@rdlcom.com
Support: support@rdlcom.com
Training: training@rdlcom.com
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Disclaimer
The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document
are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied
warranty. Additionally, Redline makes no representations or warranties, either expressed
or implied, regarding the contents of this product. Redline Communications shall not be
liable for any misuse regarding this product. The information in this document is subject
to change without notice. No part of this document shall be deemed to be part of any
warranty or contract unless specifically referenced to be part of such warranty or
contract within this document.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Product Overview ................................................................... 4
2 Conditions of Use ................................................................... 5
2.1 General Conditions ............................................................................................ 5
2.2 Country of Use ................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Product Labeling ................................................................................................ 5
3 Module Installation and Service ............................................ 6
3.1 Installation Into a Final Product ........................................................................ 6
3.2 Module Servicing ............................................................................................... 6
3.3 Professional Installation .................................................................................... 6
3.4 Safety Precautions ............................................................................................. 6
3.5 Radio Frequency Safety .................................................................................... 6
4 Final Product Requirements .................................................. 7
4.1 Frequency Bands ............................................................................................... 7
4.2 Antenna Use and Transmit Power .................................................................... 7
4.3 Certified Antennas ............................................................................................. 7
5 Regulatory Notices ................................................................. 8
FCC Notices: Deployment in USA .................................................................. 8
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Transmit Power ................................................................................................. 7
Table 2: Approved Antennas ........................................................................................... 7
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1 Product Overview
The RDL-3000 Radio Module RDL-3000-RMF Fixed TVBD is comprised of a proprietary
Media Access Control (MAC) protocol engine and Time Division Duplexing (TDD)/
Orthogonal Frequency Division Duplexing (OFDM) digital radio.
The RDL-3000-RMF module is not designed for stand-alone operation. The module is
sold as one component of a packaged system which includes a suitable housing for the
module connectors for required external components including a power supply and
antenna system. This is afterwards referred to as the 'final product'. The final product
may be designed and manufactured by Redline or a licensed third party.
Frequency settings within the specified frequency ranges are software keyed to be
compliant with specific regulatory agency requirements in the region of deployment.
RDL-3000-RMF: 473 - 695 MHz
Important: Read this entire document prior to installing or operating the RDL-3000-RMF
module.
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2 Conditions of Use
2.1 General Conditions
The RDL-3000-RMF is not provided for sale to the general public.
The RDL-3000-RMF contains a proprietary radio interface and can not be directly
connected to any standard telecommunications or computer devices.
This manual is provided as supplement to technical and operational documentation and
training provided by Redline and its agents. Any operation or use of the RDL-3000-RMF
in any manner not expressly specified within this manual or approved in writing by
Redline (or its agents) is expressly forbidden and voids the users right to operate the
module. This includes, but is not limited to, any modification of the module hardware or
software, installation of the module in a non approved enclosure, and use with non
approved antennas.
2.2 Country of Use
Refer to the regulatory notices in this document before installing or operating the
module.
The RDL-3000-RMF is certified with limiter modular approval for use as an 'intentional
radiator' in the United States as device FCC ID: QC8-RDL3000RMF.
2.3 Product Labeling
Information labels are applied to the final product. The final product features a label on
the outside surface listing the registration number for the enclosed RDL-3000-RMF
module.
Contains FCC ID:QC8-RDL3000RMF
Do not to remove any labels from the module or the final product.
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3 Module Installation and Service
3.1 Installation Into a Final Product
The RDL-3000-RMF must only be installed by trained professional technicians
authorized by Redline or its agents. The module must be installed only into an approved
enclosure (see Conditions of Use) and only at an approved manufacturing facility or
service depot.
3.2 Module Servicing
The RDL-3000-RMF is not intended to be field serviceable, and contains no field
serviceable or field replaceable parts. The module must be serviced only at an approved
manufacturing facility or service depot.
Warning: The RDL-3000-RMF are susceptible to damage from electrostatic
charge. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) must be avoided to prevent damaging or
destroying the module. The module must always be store in an anti-static container/bag
prior to installation and following removal from the product for servicing. Observe ESD
precautions when handling the module.
3.3 Professional Installation
Devices containing the Redline RDL-3000-RMF require professional installation. It is
the responsibility of the installer to understand the product operation by attending
training as required, reading and understanding the product documentation, and
ensuring that all building, safety and regulatory codes are met and the installation is
complete and secure.
3.4 Safety Precautions
Installation and service must be done by personnel having technical training and
experience necessary to be aware of hazards during installation and/or service of RF
equipment. The installation and/or service must be done using procedures designed to
minimize any danger to technical personnel or any other person.
3.5 Radio Frequency Safety
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed
such that it does not emit RF fields in excess of the general population limits as defined
by FCC CFR 47, Part 2.1091, Radio frequency radiation exposure evaluation for fixed
devices & Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6,
obtainable from Health Canada’s website:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php .
Refer to the regulator statements included in this document.
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4 Final Product Requirements
The following requirements apply to all final products incorporating the RDL-3000-RMF.
4.1 Frequency Bands
Operation of the final product requires a software 'key' that is available exclusively from
Redline. This key restricts device operation to the FCC 473 - 695 MHz band on TV
channels 14 - 35 and 39 - 51. The professional installer and operator can not modify or
otherwise circumvent these operational restrictions.
To operate in the TV Whitespaces frequency range, each RDL-3000-RMF must contact
and register with the WSDB database server (server URL is programmed into the RDL-
3000-RMF). The RDL-3000 may only transmit on channels indicated as 'available' by the
WSDB database. Channel assignments are temporary and the RDL-3000-RMF must
periodically contact the WSDB to refresh the channel list. The RDL-3000-RMF vacates a
channel in-use immediately when a WSDB database status update indicates the channel
is no longer available or the expiry time for an obtained list has elapsed.
The RDL-3000-RMF operating as a PMP Sector Controller/PTP Master (PMP-SC) is not
allowed to transmit on any channel before registering with the WSDB database and
obtaining a list of available channels for its location. The RDL-3000-RMF operating as a
PMP Subscriber/PTP Slave (PMP-SS) is allowed to transmit on the channel currently
being used by the PMP-SC initially only for the purpose of registering with the WSDB
database and obtaining a list of available channels for its location. If the channel in-use
is not available, the PMP-SS notifies the PMP-SC and stops transmitting. The PMP-SS
may register and obtain the current channel list once per hour.
4.2 Antenna Use and Transmit Power
The RDL-3000-RMF module supports operation with 2x2 MIMO antenna systems with
two transmit chains and two receive chains. The RDL-3000-RMF module must be used
only with certified antennas and using the channel size and output power level specified
by the FCC regulations.
Table 1: Transmit Power
Channel #
Tx Power (dBm)
14-34
40-51
+18
35, 39
+16
4.3 Certified Antennas
This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed in the following table.
Any additional antennas will be used only after authorization is obtained through Class II
permissive change.
Table 2: Approved Antennas
Supplier
Part #
Gain
Frequency
Range (MHz)
Application
Size
Beamwidth /
Polarity
Redline
AFS-VH-
60060-01
13 dBi
470-698
Sector
122 cm
(48 in)
60 deg
vpol & hpol
Redline
AFS-SB-
60055-01
11 dBi
470-698
Log-P
Directional
122 cm
(48 in)
55 deg
vpol & hpol
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5 Regulatory Notices
FCC Notices: Deployment in USA
The following notices about deployment in the USA are included in training and
documentation provided to professional installers and operators of the final product:
1. The final product must be professionally installed.
2. WARNING -- FCC RF Exposure Warnings
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for RF transmitting devices, a minimum
distance of 40 cm (15 3/4") should be maintained between the antenna of this
device and persons during device operation:
To ensure compliance, operation at closer than these distances is not
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be collocated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
3. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.706:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the rules for TV bands
devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
(1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
(2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
(3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
(4) Consult the manufacturer, dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
4. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.19:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
5. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.21:
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Redline
Communications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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