Digital Energy MDS

Intrepid Series
Maximized capacity and reliability Intrepid & Intrepid Ultra
Backhaul | Licensed & Unlicensed
The proliferation of IP devices and applications have resulted in a backhaul bottleneck, where the channel size required to carry data efficiently exceeds the networks capacity. The MDS Intrepid Series combats this challenge by providing higher capacity, reduced interference, Quality of Service (QoS) and simple deployment options. The Intrepid Series is a cost effective, scalable, reliable and hardened backhaul solution that operates in the 2.3-2.4 and 4.8-6.0 GHz bands. In addition, Intrepid shares bandwidth between TDM and IP traffic, allowing for a smooth TDM to IP migration.

Application Flexibility
Native Ethernet and TDM traffic allowing for TDM to IP migration Multiple combinations of Ethernet and TDM ports Multiple configuration options including pointto-point and point-to-multipoint

Key Benefits
Up to 50 Mbps net throughput Smooth TDM to IP migration High reliability and signal quality Simple installation and maintenance with intuitive tools Industrially hardened to withstand extreme operating specifications

Reliable & Scalable

Built-in sophisticated interference combating mechanisms Ensured Quality of Service (QoS) Hot standby configuration with hitless, automatic switchover Dual power feeding

Application Specific Wireless Solution

Energy & Utilities Backhaul AMI collectors and distribution automation networks Interconnect transmission and distribution substations Public Safety & Government Interconnect multiple federal, state and local private networks Private emergency backhaul for disaster recovery Oil & Gas SCADA control, disaster recovery, video surveillance WAN networks, interconnect control centers and campuses

Secure
Built-in AES 128-bit encryption Password protected access and lockdown

Easy to Use
Link manager with Set-up Wizards for simple installation and configuration Easily change frequencies in the field Useful planning tools such as Spectrum View and Link Budget Calculator

Water & Wastewater SCADA monitoring and LAN/WAN networks Video surveillance, interconnect control centers

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Robust, Optimized Backhaul

The MDS Intrepid Series is comprised of the Intrepid and Intrepid Ultra. Both operate on the same frequency bands, share many advanced features and utilize the latest microwave technologies for high-speed data communication and spectral efficiency. Selecting one model over the other largely depends on the required data rate and coverage range. The Intrepid backhaul solution that provides up to 18 Mbps full duplex net throughput and operates at the ranges of up to 50 miles (80 km). Featuring a wide range of options, the Intrepid can be configured as 1+0, 1+1 hot standby or 2+0, and can be ordered with split mount or all indoor setup. This solution is available as a compact unit with one Ethernet port, up to two T1/E1 ports, or as a full enterprise unit with two Ethernet ports andup to four T1/E1 ports. The Intrepid Ultra is the latest addition to the MDS backhaul portfolio. Providing up to 50 Mbps full duplex net throughput and up to 75 miles (120 km) range, the Intrepid Ultra is built using multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) smart antenna technology which offers significant increases in data throughput and link range without additional channel size or transmit power. As with the Intrepid, the Intrepid Ultra is available in 1+0, 1+1 hot standby, or 2+0 configurations. The Ultra also features space diversity, split mount setup, two Ethernet ports and up to 16 TDM ports Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM) is an interference reducing mechanism that optimizes the transmission rate while maintaining Quality of Service (QoS) by dynamically changing both the signal coding and modulation according to the interference levels. The patented fast Automatic Repeat Request (ARQ) provides super fast retransmission of errant data. This, along with advanced Forward Error Correction (FEC) designed for low overhead, minimizes the latency and the error rate, and is especially important for delay-sensitive applications like Voice over IP (VoIP).

Application Flexibility
Intrepid Series can be deployed flexibly, either as a single pointto-point link or as multiple point-to-point links from a central site using Hub Site Synchronization (HSS) as an alternative to point-tomultipoint deployments. The unique burst synchronization technique synchronizes the transmission of collocated radios, reducing mutual interference commonly experienced with collocated radios if some transmit while others at the same site receive. The Intrepid Ultra Model supports multiple frequency bands in the same hardware, making it easy to change frequency in the field without any new hardware. Frequency bands can easily be changed using the Link Manager, an easy, intuitive management and diagnostic tool.

Reduced Interference
The Intrepid Series has built-in interference combating technology to keep the over-the-air signal clear and strong despite the interference that commonin unlicensed bands.

Intrepid Series Application Advantages

Substation VOIP

Remote Access Point

Data Control Center

Remote Data Collection

Video & SCADA

Range - Up to 75 miles

Substation VOIP Video & SCADA

Backhaul

Backhaul

Reliable Communications
BER of 1.0E-11 with patented fast ARQ algorithm Native, low latency IP/Ethernet and TDM interfaces AMC and ACS facilitate easy changes for optimization in RF environments

Flexible Deployment
Multiple unlicensed frequencies Collocation of radios to optimize tower use via hub site synchronization Various channel size options facilitate best combination of range and speed

Prioritized and Secure

AES 128-bit encryption for secure data transmission QoS ensures most critical communications receive the highest priority

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Secure & Reliable Communications
To ensure link security, the Intrepid Series encrypts data transmitted over the air using advanced encryption standards (AES) with a 128-bit key. The MDS Intrepid Series is not only secure, but also reliable. In a 1+1 hot standby configuration, the automatic switchover from primary link to secondary link occurs within 50 miliseconds, with no impact on TDM services. Like the other GE MDS products, the Intrepid Series is hardened to survive in rugged, harsh, or remote environments where most industrial wireless networks are installed. Even in heavy rain or other extreme weather conditions, the Intrepid Series will continue to provide a wide, reliable, and robust backhaul channel.

Indoor Unit / Outdoor Unit Configuration

The Intrepid Ultra is offered as a split mount system consisting of an Indoor Unit (IDU) which contains interfaces and protocol firmware support , and an Outdoor Unit (ODU) which contains the RF and frequency-specific firmware. The ODU may be purchased with an integrated antenna or with an external antenna connection. The IDU is offered in an industrial-grade enclosure or a more cost effective standard enclosure. Alternatively, a Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3AF option is available. The Intrepid is offered as either split mount or all-indoor.

MDS Intrepid IDU

Compact MDS Intrepid IDU

Front View

LED indicators ODU Port 2 FE Ports (RJ45) FE (SFP)

4 T1/E1 Ports (RJ45)

Alarm Port (D-type)

Grounding Lug Secondary Power ODU Port

Rear View

Hot standby Port (RJ11) Primary Power

1, 2 T1/E1 Ports (RJ45) 1 FE port (RJ45)

MDS Intrepid ODU with Integrated Antenna

Front View Rear View

ODU Port

MDS Intrepid Ultra IDU

MDS Intrepid Ultra ODU for External Antenna

Front View Rear View

LED indicators ODU Port 2 FE Ports (RJ45) FE (SFP)

0, 4, 8, 16 T1/E1 Ports (RJ45)

Alarm Port (D-type)

Grounding Lug Secondary Power

Hot standby Port (RJ11) Primary Power

ODU Port

HSS Port

External antenna connectors (N-type)

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Intrepid Ultra Intrepid

OPERATING FREQUENCy BANDS FULL DUPLEx NET THROUGHPUT MAx RANGE MODULATION SCHEME CHANNEL SIzE AIR RATE / FULL DUPLEx NETTHROUGHPUT BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM MAx Tx POWER RECEIVER SENSITIVITy (BER = 1.0E-11) BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM INTERFACES DIMENSIONS

2.4, 4.9, 5.3, 5.4, 5.8 GHz

2.4, 4.9, 5.3, 5.4, 5.8 GHz 18 Mbps 80 km (50 miles) OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM) 5, 10, 20 MHz 5 MHz Channel Size 10 MHz Channel Size 4.5/1.7 Mbps (k=0.5) 6/2.3 Mbps (k=0.5); 9/3.4 Mbps (k=0.75) 12/4.5 Mbps (k=0.5); 18/6.8 Mbps (k=0.75) 24/9 Mbps (k=0.66) 10 MHz Channel Size -90 dBm (k=0.5) -87dBm (k=0.5); -83 dBm (k=0.75) -85 dBm (k=0.5); -79 dBm (k=0.75) -69dBm (k=0.66)

50 Mbps 120 km (75 miles) MIMO-OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM) 20 MHz 20 MHz Channel Size 13/4.9 Mbps (FEC k=0.5)

20 MHz Channel Size 9/3.4 Mbps (k=0.5) 12/4.5 Mbps (k=0.5); 18/6.8 Mbps (k=0.75) 24/9 Mbps (k=0.5); 36/13.5 Mbps (k=0.75) 48/18 Mbps (k=0.66) 20 MHz Channel Size -87 dBm (k=0.5) -84dBm (k=0.5); -80dBm (k=0.75) -79 dBm (k=0.5); -73dBm (k=0.75) -66 dBm (k=0.66)

2.25/0.8 Mbps (FEC k=0.5) 26/10.2 Mbps (k=0.5); 39/15.5 Mbps (k=0.75) 3/1.1 Mbps (k=0.5); 4.5/1.7 Mbps (k=0.75) 52/20.8 Mbps (k=0.5); 78/30.7 Mbps (k=0.75) 6/2.3 Mbps (k=0.5); 9/3.4 Mbps (k=0.75) 104/41.3 Mbps (k=0.66); 117/46.6 Mbps (k=0.75); 130/51.7 12/4.5 Mbps (k=0.66) Mbps (k=0.83) 25 dBm 23 dBm 20 MHz Channel Size 5 MHz Channel Size -88 dBm (k=0.5) -86 dBm (k=0.5); -83 dBm (k=0.75) -81 dBm (k=0.5); -80 dBm (k=0.75) -72 dBm (k=0.66); -70 dBm (k=0.75); -67 dBm (k=0.83) Ethernet: 2 Fast Ethernet ports TDM: 0, 4, 8 , or 16 T1/E1 ports IDU-E (enterprise): 43.6cm/17.2in W x 4.5cm/1.7in H x 21cm/8.3in D; 1.5kg/3.3lb ODU (integrated antenna): 37.1cm/14.8.4in W x 37.1cm/14.84in H x 9cm/3.6in D; 3.5kg/7lb ODU (external antenna): 18cm/7.2in W x 27cm/10.8in H x 5.5cm/2.2in D; 1.5kg/3lb IDU-E: 0C to +50C ODU: -35C to +60C IDU-E: 90% non-condensing ODU: IP67; up to 100% non-condensing IDU-E: -20 to -60 VDC, with optional AC/DC adapter IDU-E = 10W max IDU-E+ODU= 35W max 1+0, 1+1 space diversity split-mount -93 dBm (k=0.5) -90 dBm (k=0.5); -86dBm (k=0.75) -81 dBm (k=0.5); -80 dBm (k=0.75) -72dBm (k=0.66)

OPERATING TEMPERATURE RELATIVE HUMIDITy POWER INPUT (DUAL FEEDING) POWER CONSUMPTION CONFIGURATION

Ethernet: 1 or 2 Fast Ethernet ports TDM: 0, 1, 2, 4 T1/E1 ports IDU-E (enterprise): 43.6cm/17.2in W x 4.5cm/1.7in H x 21cm/8.3in D; 1.5kg/3.3lb IDU: 22cm/8.6in W x 4.4cm/1.7in H x 17cm/6.6in D; 0.5kg/1.1lb ODU (integrated antenna): 30.5cm/12in W x 30.5cm/12in H x 5.8cm/2.28in D; 1.5kg/3.3lb ODU: 13.5cm/5.3in W x 24.5cm/9.6in H x 4cm/1.5in D; 1.0kg/2.2lb IDU: -5C to +45C; IDU-E: 0C to +50C ODU: -35C to +60C IDU, IDU-E: up to 90% non-condensing ODU: IP67; up to 100% non-condensing IDU: 100-240 VAC , 50/60 Hz IDU-E: -20 to -60 VDC, with optional AC/DC adapter IDU +ODU= 10W max IDU-E + ODU = 14W max 1+0, 1+1 split-mount, all-indoor

Intrepid Antenna Options

Freq. 5.8 GHz 5.8 GHz 5.8 GHz 4.9 GHz 4.9 GHz 2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz Antenna Type Integrated - Flat panel External - Flat panel External - Dish External - Flat panel External - Dish Integrated - Flat panel External - Grid Gain (dBi) 22 28 32.5 21 27 16 24 Typical Range (km) (mi) 40 25 80 50 80 50 24 15 80 50 40 25 80 50 Beam (degrees) 9.0 4.5 4.5 9.0 5 20 7.5 Dimensions (mm) (in) 305 x 305 x 58 12 x 12 x 2.3 600 x 600 x 51 23.6 x 23.6 x 2 Dia. 900 Dia. 35.4 305 x 305 x 58 12 x 12 x 2.3 Dia. 600 Dia. 23.6 305 x 305 x 58 12 x 12 x 2.3 600 x 997 x 380 23.5 x 39.2 x 15 Weight (kg) (lb) 0.5 1.1 5.0 11.0 10 22 0.5 1.1 5.0 11.0 0.5 1.1 2.0 4.6 Connector NR N-type N-type N-type N-type NR N-type Lightning Protection Yes No No Yes Yes Yes No

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