Campbell Scientific RF320-Series Ritron VHF/UHF Radios - Manual (Page 7)

RF320-Series Ritron VHF/UHF Radios
1. Introduction
This manual provides instructions for the installation and operation of RF320-
series radios within a Campbell Scientific radio telemetry network. The
RF320-series radios can be interfaced with Campbell Scientific’s RF500M or
RF310M radio modems at an RF base, RF remote, or RF repeater location to
achieve wireless data transmissions. The RF320-series radios are inter-operable
with Campbell Scientific’s RF310 series of radios operating on the same
frequency.
Instructions for interfacing the RF320-series radios to the RF500M or RF310M
radio modems and other system components such as power sources and
antenna are contained in Section 6, Installation. Information about how to
design and maintain an optimal RF link is covered in Section 7, Operation, and
Section 8, Troubleshooting/Maintenance. Information regarding the topology
of the RF network and data flow management can be found in the RF500M
instruction manual.
2. Cautionary Statements
2.1 Licensing
The FCC requires the radio operator to obtain a station license for the radio
before using it to transmit, but does not require an operating license or permit.
The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power,
frequency and deviation are within the limits specified by the station license.
The station licensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance
of the radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and
deviation periodically, using appropriate methods.
For more information, see the FCC Universal Licensing System at
http://wireless.fcc.gov/uls .
2.2 RF Energy Exposure
BEFORE USING YOUR RADIO, READ THIS IMPORTANT RF ENERGY
AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL
INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE FCC’S RF
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.
NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions,
where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control
over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorized
for general population, consumer, or any other use.
This radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to
provide communications between two or more users over a distance.
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