User's Manual

MDS 05-6399A01, Rev. D MDS Master Station 37
Evaluate default factory configuration and lock the unit down to the required security level
When the Initial Setup wizard completes, select WizardsSD Configuration Setup, which steps you
through initial SD Radio Module configuration. Key items that should be reviewed and/or set include:
Frequency plan
Modem selection
Keying mode
Serial data interface configuration
Encryption settings
5.6 Interface Configuration
5.6.1 Serial Interfaces
A serial cable (RJ45 cable with proper ETH to DB9 converter) may be used to connect to a COM port on
the unit to access the CLI. The default serial console settings are 115200 bps with 8N1 format. A
mini-USB-to-USB cable may also be used to connect to a Computer in case no serial port exists. If a
mini-USB connection is used, the computer must contain the appropriate device driver. A driver for serial
operation can be found on GE MDS website.
Configuring
The screen below shows console access to the COM1 serial and USB port: