MDS SD Series Operation – SD2, SD4, SD9

Course Description

The MDS SD Series radios operate in licensed narrowband spectrum. This course discusses the advantages and limitations of using this spectrum, as well as configuration optimization tips for different applications and situations. Troubleshooting in different scenarios is also visited.

Course Outline

Radio Spectrum Regulations

Licensed vs. License-free
When and why to use either type of radio

System Design and Installation Tips

Planning for and Handling Interference
Maximizing Range of Coverage
Using Multiple Protocols and Multiple Hosts
Repeaters

Optimizing Operation

Sleep mode
Polling protocols
Understanding and Using Listen-Before-Talk (LBT)
Using Ethernet and TCP/IP

Security

Uses of AES Encryption
Securing the Radio Management Interface

Troubleshooting

Interpreting Statistics from the User Interface
Analyzing Log Files
Using Protocol Analyzers and Sniffers

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