STEP 2 Connect the RTU to Its Selected Communication Device
- In most cases this will use an Ethernet cable (not provided) to an Ethernet port on a network device; a cellular modem may also be used. Ensure communication is functional.
STEP 3 Configure the RTU Unit
- If provided with a USB memory device labelled “Static IP x.x.x.x” to change the RTU to use a static IP address instead of DHCP:
- Insert it into USB 2 and leave for 60 seconds
- The LEDs will change color during the process
- Remove the USB device
- Insert the USB memory device labelled “Platform Manager” into USB 2 and leave for 60 seconds; the LEDs will change color during the process.
- Verify that the device auto-populates in the SHM Manager application.
- Remove the USB device.
STEP 4 Connect the Desired Signal Sources
- In most cases, a cable will be connected to the RF1 SMA connector from the Receive Path monitor port or multi-coupler.
- Other sources can be connected to RF1 and RF2 if desired (antennas, etc.).
- Ensure the full power level range expected is within the tolerances in the RTU specifications (Section 3.2); add attenuation as needed to avoid damaging the RTU.
- Note the signal level difference from what is actually received by any radio device for adjusting for gain or loss.
STEP 5 On the SHM Manager, Select the Device and Activate the Properties Tab
- Enter a name for the RTU. Other fields are informational only.
- Enter any values needed to adjust the power measurements based on the noted gain or loss.
- Ensure there are no warnings that need to be addressed; if there are, review the System Management section.
- Ensure the time server accessible by the RTU is entered in the appropriate field (URL or IP address); it is important that the PC hosting the Manager application has the same time zone as all the RTUs and is using NTP.
- Verify the “Last Connected Time” is accurate and that the Time Delta is less than`4 seconds (otherwise the NTP configuration needs to be investigated).