Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document. Please inform HMS Industrial Networks AB of any
inaccuracies or omissions. The data and illustrations found in this document are not binding. We, HMS Industrial
Networks AB, reserve the right to modify our products in line with our policy of continuous product development.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a
commitment by HMS Industrial Networks AB. HMS Industrial Networks AB assumes no responsibility for any errors
that may appear in this document.
There are many applications of this product. Those responsible for the use of this device must ensure that all the
necessary steps have been taken to verify that the applications meet all performance and safety requirements
including any applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.
HMS Industrial Networks AB will under no circumstances assume liability or responsibility for any problems that may
arise as a result from the use of undocumented features, timing, or functional side effects found outside the
documented scope of this product. The effects caused by any direct or indirect use of such aspects of the product
are undefined, and may include e.g. compatibility issues and stability issues.
The examples and illustrations in this document are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many
variables and requirements associated with any particular implementation, HMS Industrial Networks AB cannot
assume responsibility for actual use based on these examples and illustrations.
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described in this document. These intellectual property rights may include patents and pending patent applications
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is a registered trademark and Wireless Bolt™is a trademark of HMS Industrial Networks AB. All other
This equipment emits RF energy in the ISM (Industrial, Scientific, Medical) band. Make
sure that all medical devices used in proximity to this device meet appropriate
susceptibility specifications for this type of RF energy.
This product is recommended for use in both industrial and domestic environments. For
industrial environments it is mandatory to use the functional earth connection to comply
with immunity requirements. For domestic environments the functional earth must be
used if a shielded Ethernet cable is used, in order to meet emission requirements.
This product contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use
ESD prevention measures to avoid damage.
See also additional safety instructions in the included compliance information.
3.2General Information
Make sure that you have all the necessary information about the capabilities and restrictions of
your local network environment before installation.
The characteristics of the internal antenna should be considered when choosing the placement
and orientation of the unit.
For optimal reception, wireless devices require a zone between them clear of objects that could
otherwise obstruct or reflect the signal. A minimum distance of 50 cm between the devices
should also be observed to avoid interference.
See also Wireless Technology Basics, p. 36.
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3.3Mechanical Installation
The device is intended to be mounted on top of a machine or cabinet through an M50 (50.5 mm)
hole using the included sealing ring and nut.
The top mounting surface (in contact with the sealing) must be flat with a finish equivalent to
Ra 3.2 or finer and cleaned and free from oils and greases.
Tightening torque: 5 Nm ±10 %.
Make sure that the sealing ring is correctly placed in the circular groove in the top part of
the housing before tightening the nut.
Always hold the BOTTOM part of the unit when untightening the nut, not the top part
(the cap).
Fig. 1Installation drawing
All measurements are in mm.
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3.4Connector
The 18-pin connector is common for all models of the Anybus Wireless Bolt. Some pins may have
a different function depending on model. Unused pins should not be connected.
Fig. 2Connector
The location of the RESET button can be used as a reference for the pin numbering when the
connector is attached to the Wireless Bolt. Pin 1 will be the pin closest to the button.
Name
Pin
1VIN
2GNDPower Ground
3DI
DI_GND
4
ETN_RD+
5
ETN_RD-
6
ETN_TD-
7
ETN_TD+
8
RS485_B
9
FE/Shield
10
RS232_TXD
11
RS485_A/RS232_RXD
12
RS232_RTSRS-232 Request To Send
13
RS232_CTS
14
ISO_5V
15
ISO_GND
16
CAN_L
17
CAN_H
18
Description
Power + (9–30 V)
Digital input + (9–30 V)
Digital input ground
Ethernet receive + (white/orange)
Ethernet receive - (orange)
Ethernet transmit - (green)
Ethernet transmit + (white/green)
RS-485 B Line
Ethernet:
Serial:
RS-232 Transmit
RS-485 A Line / RS-232 Receive
RS-232 Clear To Send
Isolated 5 V for serial interface
Isolated Ground for serial interface
CAN Low
CAN High
Functional Earth
Functional Earth and Shield
Note:
•The Ethernet wire colors refer to the T568A standard.
•If using a shielded Ethernet cable the shield must be unconnected.
•RS-232 and RS-485 cannot be used at the same time.
•Use termination for RS-485 and CAN when required.
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3.5Ethernet Cabling
To make an Ethernet connector cable for Anybus Wireless Bolt:
Fig. 3
1.Cut off one of the connectors on a standard Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable.
2.Strip off about 40 mm (1½ inch) of the cable jacket and untwist the orange, orange/white,
green and green/white wires. The other wires will not be used.
3.Strip off about 7 mm (¼ inch) of the isolation on each wire.
4.Push the pin spring release next to each socket on the connector and insert the correct wire
end according to Connector, p. 9.
Connect the wires from the power supply to the connector in the same way as the Ethernet
wiring. Make sure that polarity is not reversed.
RJ-45 Adapter
An Ethernet adapter with an RJ45 female connector can be ordered as an accessory. Please
contact your sales representative for more information.
3.6Digital Input
The digital input can be used for additional functionality with advanced configurations and to
reset the unit. For more information please refer to the Anybus Wireless Bolt/Bridge II AT
Reference Guide.
If voltage is applied to the digital input for more that 10 seconds the unit will be reset to
factory defaults.
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3.7RESET Button
Fig. 4RESET button
The RESET button is located on the bottom of the unit.
When the unit is powered on, press and hold RESET for >10 seconds and then release it to reset
to the factory default settings.
Recovery Mode
If the web interface cannot be accessed, the unit can be reset by starting in Recovery Mode and
reinstalling the firmware using Anybus Firmware Manager II, which can be downloaded from
www.anybus.com/support.
To enter Recovery Mode, press and hold RESET during startup.
Firmware updates should normally be carried out through the web interface. Recovery
Mode should only be used if the unit is unresponsive and the web interface cannot be
accessed.
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4Configuration
4.1General
Anybus Wireless Bolt should normally be configured via the web interface. Parameters can be set
individually or using one of the pre-configured Easy Config modes.
The web interface is accessed by pointing a web browser to the IP address of the Wireless Bolt.
The default address is 192.168.0.99. The computer accessing the web interface must be in the
same IP subnet as the Wireless Bolt.
Fig. 5Web interface
Advanced configuration can be carried out by issuing AT (modem) commands through the web
interface or over a Telnet or RAW TCP connection to port 8080. See the AT Commands ReferenceGuide or the Help page in the web interface for more information.
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4.2Web Interface
4.2.1System Overview
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Fig. 6System Overview page
The System Overview page shows the current settings and connection status for the wired and
wireless interfaces. The different parameters are explained in the descriptions of each settings
page in this manual.
The Help page describes AT commands that can be used for advanced configuration.
Save and RebootThis button will be enabled if the unit must be restarted to apply a change.
Cancel All ChangesResets parameter changes that have not been applied.
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4.2.2Easy Config
Fig. 7Easy Config page
To activate an Easy Config mode, select it from the dropdown menu and click on Set. The mode
will be activated immediately.
Easy Config Modes
EC
Role
1Bluetooth PANU
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2
–
3
4
Client
5WLAN AP
6
Bluetooth NAP
7WLAN AP
8
Bluetooth NAP
9Bluetooth PANU
(any)Apply PROFINET optimization and restart.
10
(any)
11
Description
Configure as Bluetooth client and scan for another client (PANU–PANU).
Reset configuration to factory defaults.
Reset IP settings to factory defaults.
Wait for automatic configuration.
Configure units in mode 4 as clients.
Restart as access point and connect clients.
Configure units in mode 4 as clients.
Restart as access point and connect clients.
Apply PROFINET optimization to all units.
Configure as Bluetooth client and scan for another client (PANU–PANU).
Apply PROFINET optimization to both units.
Enable PROFIsafe mode.
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Notes:
•Mode 1 will scan for units in mode 4. When a unit in mode 4 is detected, the scanning unit
will configure itself as a Bluetooth PANU client, send a connection configuration to the
detected unit, and restart. The detected unit will also restart and attempt to connect to the
first unit as a PANU client.
•Modes 5, 6, 7 and 8 will scan for units in mode 4. The detected units will be reconfigured as
clients and the scanning unit will restart as an access point. The clients will then restart and
connect to the access point.
•Modes 7 and 8 will additionally apply PROFINET optimization to all the units. PROFINET
messages will then have priority over TCP/IP frames.
•Mode 11 locks the unit in PROFIsafe mode where the configuration cannot be changed
without physical access. To cancel this mode the unit must be restored to factory defaults
by pressing and holding the RESET button.
•Modes 10 and 11 will be added to the configuration without changing any other settings.
•Modes 1 and 9 will listen for 40 seconds or until a configuration is established.
•Modes 4 will listen for 120 seconds or until receiving a configuration.
•Modes 5, 6, 7 and 8 will time out after 120 seconds.
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4.2.3Network Settings
Fig. 8Network Settings page
IP Assignment
IP AddressStatic IP address for the unit
Subnet MaskSubnet mask when using static IP
Default GatewayDefault gateway when using static IP
Internal DHCP ServerDisabled: No internal DHCP functionality
Start Address (Y)The internal DHCP server will assign up to 7 IP addresses starting from X.X.X.Y, where X
Select static or dynamic IP addressing (DHCP)
The browser should automatically be redirected to the new address after clicking on
Save and Reboot (not supported by all browsers).
DHCP Relay Enabled: The unit can receive a DHCP request on one interface and resend
it to a DHCP server located on one of the other interfaces.
Only a single DHCP server can be active for all the connected interfaces.
If WLAN is used, the forwarding mode must be set to Layer 3 IP Forward.
DHCP Server Enabled: Activates an internal DHCP server. This option is only available
when IP Assignment is set to Static.
Do not enable this option if there is already a DHCP server on the network!
is taken from the current static IP address setting, and Y is the value in Start Address.
Already allocated addresses will be skipped, including the address of the unit itself. The
subnet mask setting will be ignored.
Examples:
IP Address: 192.168.0.99, Start Address: 101
DHCP range = 192.168.0.101 – 192.168.0.107
IP Address: 192.168.0.103, Start Address: 101
DHCP range = 192.168.0.101 – 192.168.0.108
7 addresses are allocated but the address of the unit is skipped.
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4.2.4WLAN Settings - Client
Fig. 9WLAN Settings - Client
Enable
Operating ModeChoose operation as WLAN Client or Access Point. If Access Point is selected, additional
Channel BandsChoose to scan only the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz channel band, or both (default).
Enable/disable the WLAN interface.
settings will be available.
The unit can be configured to scan on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel bands but can only
communicate on one band at a time.
Scan for NetworksClick to scan the selected frequency band(s) for discoverable WLAN networks.
Connect to SSID
Authentication Mode
Passkey
Username, Domain,
Passphrase
Select a network from the dropdown menu to connect to it.
To connect manually to a network, enter its SSID (network name) here. This can be used
if the network does not broadcast its SSID.
Select the authentication/encryption mode required by the network.
Open = No encryption or authentication
Enter the passkey when using WPA/WPA2-PSK or WEP64/128.
Authentication details when using LEAP or PEAP (WPA2 Enterprise).
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ChannelSelect a specific channel to use when scanning for networks.
Auto = all available channels will be scanned (default).
See also WLAN Channels and World Mode (Client Mode only), p. 19
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Advanced Settings
Bridge ModeLayer 2 tunnel = All layer 2 data will be bridged over WLAN.
Use when multiple devices on both sides of an Ethernet network bridge must be able to
communicate via WLAN (many-to-many).
Only works between Anybus Wireless Bolt or Wireless Bridge II devices.
Layer 2 cloned MAC only = Layer 2 data from only a single MAC address (specified
below) will be bridged over WLAN (many-to-one).
Layer 3 IP forward (default) = IP data from all devices will be bridged over WLAN.
This mode must be used when using the DHCP Relay function.
Cloned MAC AddressThe MAC address to use with Layer 2 cloned MAC only (see above).
WLAN Roaming
Anybus Wireless Bolt supports Fast Roaming according to IEEE 802.11r. This enables a WLAN
client to roam quicker between WLAN Access Points that have the same SSID and support IEEE
802.11r. Fast Roaming is enabled as default but can be permanently disabled using AT commands.
When Fast Roaming is disabled the client will be able to roam between all access points that
have been specified with SSID, BSSID and Channel in a connection list (using AT commands).
When Fast Roaming is enabled only the first access point SSID in the list will be used, and the
BSSID and Channel parameters are ignored. If the access point does not support IEEE 802.11r the
client will continue without Fast Roaming.
See the AT Commands Reference Guide or the Help page in the web interface for more
information about how to set up WLAN roaming.
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WLAN Channels and World Mode (Client Mode only)
Which channels are available for WLAN communication is restricted by the regulatory domain
where the unit is operating. Anybus Wireless Bolt supports regulatory domain detection
according to the IEEE 802.11d specification.
The unit is initially set in World Mode which enables only the universally allowed channels in the
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands (see the table below). World Mode can be disabled and additional
channels added using AT commands. The unit will then search for country information during the
scan. If the scan indicates that the unit is operating within either the European (ETSI) or North
American (FCC) regulatory domains, the additional channels will be enabled. A new scan will be
performed every hour to update the regulatory domain.
If no country information or conflicting information is detected, the unit will revert to World
Mode. The unit must then be restarted to update the regulatory domain.
See the AT Commands Reference Guide or the Help page in the web interface for more
information about how to use AT commands.
•The maximum output power will be reduced on some channels depending on regulatory
requirements.
•WLAN communication may take a longer time to establish during startup if World Mode is
disabled and additional channels are used.
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4.2.5WLAN Settings - Access Point
Fig. 10WLAN Settings - Access Point
The following settings are specific for Access Point mode:
Network (SSID)Enter an SSID (network name) for the Wireless Bolt.
If this entry is left blank, the unit will generate an SSID which includes the last 6
characters of the MAC ID.
Authentication Mode
WPA2 PasskeyEnter a string in plain text or hexadecimal format to use for authentication.
Channel Bands, ChannelSelect the WLAN channel band and channel to use for the access point.
Select the authentication/encryption mode to use for the access point.
Open = No encryption or authentication
WPA2 = WPA2 PSK authentication with AES/CCMP encryption
Regular (plain text) passwords must be between 8 and 63 characters.
All characters in the ASCII printable range (32–126) are allowed, except
" (double quote) , (comma) and \ (backslash).
Hexadecimal passwords must start with 0x and be exactly 64 characters.
See also the example passwords below.
Valid channels are 1 to 11 for the 2.4 GHz band and 36, 40, 44, 48 for the 5 GHz band.
Password examples
For plain text passwords a combination of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special
characters is recommended.
Do not use the example passwords above in a live environment!
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4.2.6Bluetooth Settings – General
Fig. 11Bluetooth Settings
Enable
Operating ModePANU (Client) = The unit will operate as a Bluetooth PAN (Personal Area Network) User
Local NameIdentifies the unit to other Bluetooth devices. If left blank, the unit will use a default
ConnectableEnable to make the unit accept connections initiated by other Bluetooth devices.
DiscoverableEnable to make the unit visible to other Bluetooth devices.
Security ModeDisabled = No encryption or authentication.
Paired DevicesLists the currently connected Bluetooth devices.
Enable/disable the Bluetooth interface.
device. It can connect to another single Bluetooth PANU device or to a Bluetooth
Network Access Point.
NAP (Access Point) = The unit will operate as a Bluetooth Network Access Point. It can
connect to up to 7 Bluetooth PANU devices.
name including the last 6 characters of the MAC ID.
PIN = Encrypted connection with PIN code security. This mode only works between two
units of this type and brand (not with third-party devices). PIN codes must consist of 4 to
6 digits.
Just Works = Encrypted connection without PIN code.
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4.2.7Bluetooth Settings – PANU Mode
Fig. 12Bluetooth Settings – PANU
PANU mode only
Scan for DevicesScans the network for discoverable Bluetooth devices. To connect to a device, select it
Connect To
Connection SchemeChoose whether to select a Bluetooth device by MAC address (default) or Name when
MAC/Name
from the dropdown menu when the scan has completed.
Used when connecting manually to a NAP or PANU device.
connecting manually.
Connecting to MAC will lock the connection to a specific hardware while connecting to
Name allows for more flexibility.
MAC address or Name of the Bluetooth device to connect to.
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4.2.8Bluetooth Settings – NAP Mode
Fig. 13Bluetooth settings – NAP
NAP mode only
Bridge ModeStandard = Default mode.
Layer 3 IP forward = IP data will be bridged over Bluetooth.
This mode must be used when connecting to an Android device over Bluetooth. The
network must have an active DHCP server.
List Nearby DevicesScans the network and lists discoverable Bluetooth devices.
Pairing cannot be initiated in NAP mode.
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4.2.9Bluetooth LE Settings
Fig. 14Bluetooth LE settings
Bluetooth LE Settings
Operating ModeDisabled = Bluetooth LE disabled (default)
Central = Bluetooth LE enabled
Please refer to the AT Commands Reference Guide or select Help in the main menu for more
information about using Bluetooth LE.
Bluetooth must be enabled on the Bluetooth Settings page to use Bluetooth LE.
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4.2.10Firmware Update
To update the firmware in the unit, click on Browse to select a downloaded firmware file, then
click on Send to send it to the unit.
Fig. 15Firmware update in progress
Both progress bars will turn green when the firmware update has been completed. The unit will
then reboot automatically.
Fig. 16Firmware update completed
Updating the firmware will not change the configuration settings.
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4.2.11AT Commands
Fig. 17AT Commands
AT commands can be used for setting advanced parameters that are not accessible in the web
interface, to read out parameters in text format, and for batch configuration using command
scripts.
Enter or paste the commands into the text box, then click on Send. The result codes will be
displayed below the text box.
Click on Help for a complete list of supported AT commands.
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4.2.12System Settings
Fig. 18System Settings
Device Info
Device Name
PasswordEnter a password for accessing the web interface.
Reboot SystemReboots the system without applying changes.
Cancel All ChangesRestores all parameters in the web interface to the currently active values.
Factory Reset
Enter a descriptive name for the unit.
Resets the unit to the factory default settings and reboots.
Setting a secure password for the unit is strongly recommended.
Settings Backup
Create Settings BackupClick on Generate to save the current configuration to a file on your computer.
Restore SettingsClick on Choose file and select a previously saved configuration, then click on Load. The
General Configuration
settings in the saved configuration will be applied and the unit will reboot.
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Reboot SystemReboots the system without applying changes.
Cancel All ChangesRestores all parameters in the web interface to the currently active values.
Factory Reset
Resets the unit to the factory default settings and reboots.
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4.3Factory Restore
Any one of these actions will restore the factory default settings:
•Clicking on Factory Restore on the System Settings page
•Executing Easy Config Mode 2
•Issuing the AT command AT&F and then restarting the unit
•Holding RESET pressed for >10 seconds and then releasing it
•Applying voltage to the digital input for >10 seconds
Default Network Settings
IP AssignmentStatic
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
Internal DHCP ServerDisabled
Default WLAN Settings
Operating ModeClient
Channel Bands
Authentication Mode
Channel
Bridge ModeLayer 3 IP forward
192.168.0.99
255.255.255.0
192.168.0.99
2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
WPA/WPA2–PSK
Auto
Default Bluetooth Settings
Operating ModePANU (Client)
Local Name[generated from MAC address]
Connectable
Discoverable
Security ModeJust works
Bluetooth LEDisabled
No
No
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AConfiguration Examples
A.1Ethernet Bridge via WLAN or Bluetooth
Configuration with Easy Config
Fig. 19Ethernet bridge
This example describes how to connect two Ethernet network segments via WLAN or Bluetooth
using Easy Config.
1.In the web interface of unit 1, activate Easy Config Mode 4. This unit will now be
discoverable and open for automatic configuration.
Fig. 20Easy Config Mode 4
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2.In the web interface of unit 2, activate Easy Config Mode 5 for WLAN or 6 for Bluetooth.
This unit should now automatically discover and configure unit 1 as a client, and configure
itself as an access point.
Fig. 21Easy Config Mode 5
Unit 1 will automatically be assigned the first free IP address within the same Ethernet
subnet as unit 2.
Adding More Devices
Up to 6 additional clients can be added by repeating the procedure. Each new client will be
assigned the next free IP address within the current subnet.
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A.2PROFINET networking via Bluetooth
Configuration with Easy Config
Fig. 22PROFINET wireless network
This example describes how to connect a PROFINET IO device and a PROFINET PLC over
Bluetooth using two Wireless Bolts and Easy Config.
The Wireless Bolts will be configured with PROFINET optimization, which means that PROFINET
messages will have priority over TCP/IP frames.
See the respective documentation for the IO device and PLC on how to configure them for
PROFINET communication.
Configuration
1.Reset both Wireless Bolts to the factory default settings.
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2.Connect Wireless Bolt 1 to the IO device and Wireless Bolt 2 to the PLC.
3.Set Wireless Bolt 1 to Easy Config Mode 4.
This unit will now be discoverable and open for automatic configuration.
4.Set Wireless Bolt 2 to Easy Config Mode 8
This unit should now automatically discover and configure unit 1 as a Bluetooth client, and
configure itself as an access point. Both units will be optimized for PROFINET.
The IO device should now be able to communicate with the PLC as if using a wired connection.
Adding More Devices
Up to 6 additional clients can be added by repeating the procedure. Each new client will be
assigned the next free IP address within the current subnet.
The IO cycle update time for each IO device must be set to ≥ 64 ms.
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A.3EtherNet/IP™Networking via Bluetooth
Configuration with Easy Config
Fig. 23EtherNet/IP wireless network
This example describes how to connect an EtherNet/IP IO device and an EtherNet/IP PLC over
Bluetooth using two Wireless Bolts and Easy Config.
See the respective documentation for the IO device and PLC on how to configure them for
EtherNet/IP communication.
Configuration
1.Reset both Wireless Bolts to the factory default settings.
2.Connect Wireless Bolt 1 to the IO device and Wireless Bolt 2 to the PLC.
3.Set Wireless Bolt 1 to Easy Config Mode 4.
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This unit will now be discoverable and open for automatic configuration.
4.Set Wireless Bolt 2 to Easy Config Mode 6
This unit should now automatically discover and configure unit 1 as a Bluetooth client, and
configure itself as an access point.
The IO device should now be able to communicate with the PLC as if using a wired connection.
Adding More Devices
Up to 6 additional clients can be added by repeating the procedure. Each new client will be
assigned the next free IP address within the current subnet.
The Requested Packet Interval (RPI) for each IO device must be set to ≥ 64 ms.
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A.4Ethernet network to existing WLAN
Fig. 24Connecting to a WLAN
This example describes how to connect a machine with an internal Ethernet network to an
existing WLAN.
This setup allows traffic on network layer 3, but not layer 2. This means that TCP/IP based
protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and BACnet can be used on the WLAN, but not
protocols that use layer 2 traffic, such as PROFINET.
Configuration
1.Reset the Wireless Bolt to the factory default settings.
2.In Network Settings, configure the IP settings as required by the wireless network.
3.If the network uses DHCP, select DHCP Relay Enabled.
4.In WLAN Settings, click on Scan for Networks.
5.When the scan has completed, select the wireless network from the dropdown list.
6.If required, select the authentication mode and enter the passkey for the wireless network.
WLAN Bridge Mode must be set to Layer 3 IP forward (the default setting).
7.Click on Save and Reboot.
The Ethernet network should now be able to access the WLAN access point.
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A.5Adding single Ethernet node to WLAN
Fig. 25Adding WLAN connectivity
This example shows how to connect a PLC with an Ethernet network interface to an existing
WLAN with support for layer 2 and layer 3 traffic. The WLAN interface in the Wireless Bolt will
clone the MAC address of the Ethernet interface in the PLC.
Only a single Ethernet node will be able to communicate via a third-party WLAN access point in
this setup.
Configuration
1.Reset the Wireless Bolt to the factory default settings.
2.In Network Settings, configure the IP settings as required by the wireless network.
3.In WLAN Settings, click on Scan for Networks.
4.When the scan has completed, select the wireless network from the dropdown list.
5.If required, select the authentication mode and enter the passkey for the wireless network.
6.Click on Save and Reboot.
7.Check the System Overview page to confirm that the WLAN connection is established
before continuing.
DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP! After the final steps of the configuration procedure the web
interface may no longer be accessible from the network without doing a factory reset.
8.In WLAN Settings, set Bridge Mode to Layer 2 cloned MAC only.
9.Enter the MAC address of the PLC in the Cloned MAC Address field.
10. Click on Save and Reboot.
The Wireless Bolt will now function as a WLAN interface for the PLC using the MAC address of its
Ethernet interface.
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A.6Accessing PLC via WLAN from Handheld Device
Fig. 26Accessing a PLC from a handheld device using WLAN
This example describes how to use a Wireless Bolt to access the web interface of a PLC on a
wired network from a tablet or smartphone which uses DHCP. The Wireless Bolt will function as
a WLAN access point.
Please refer to the documentation for the handheld device and PLC on how to configure their
respective network settings.
Configuration
1.Reset the Wireless Bolt to the factory default settings.
2.In Network Settings, configure the IP settings as required.
a.If the wired network uses DHCP, select DHCP Relay Enabled. The DHCP server on the
network will now be able to allocate an IP address to the handheld device.
b.If the wired network uses static IP, select DHCP Server Enabled and set a Start Address
for DHCP addressing. Make sure that the address range does not contain any existing
addresses on the network.
The Wireless Bolt will now function as a DHCP server and allocate an IP address to the
handheld device over WLAN.
Do not enable the internal DHCP Server if there is already a DHCP server on the network,
as this may cause IP address conflicts.
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3.In WLAN Settings, set Operating Mode to Access Point.
Fig. 27WLAN Settings
4.Enter a unique SSID (network name) for the new wireless network.
5.Set Authentication Mode to WPA2 and enter a passkey.
6.Select a Channel band and a Channel.
7.Click on Save and Reboot.
You should now be able to connect to the SSID of the Wireless Bolt on your handheld device and
access the PLC by by entering its IP address in a browser.
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Appendix B: Wireless Technology Basics36 (40)
BWireless Technology Basics
Wireless technology is based on the propagation and reception of electromagnetic waves. These
waves respond in different ways in terms of propagation, dispersion, diffraction and reflection
depending on their frequency and the medium in which they are travelling.
To enable communication there should optimally be an unobstructed line of sight between the
antennas of the devices. However, the so called Fresnel Zones should also be kept clear from
obstacles, as radio waves reflected from objects within these zones may reach the receiver out
of phase, reducing the strength of the original signal (also known as phase cancelling).
Fresnel zones can be thought of as ellipsoid three-dimensional shapes between two wireless
devices. The size and shape of the zones depend on the distance between the devices and on the
signal wave length. As a rule of thumb, at least 60 % of the first (innermost) Fresnel zone must
be free of obstacles to maintain good reception.
Fig. 28Fresnel zones
Area to keep clear of obstacles (first Fresnel zone)
Distance (d)
100 m1.7 m1.2 m
200 m2.5 m1.7 m
300 m3.0 m2.1 m
400 m3.5 m2.4 m
2.4 GHz (WLAN or Bluetooth)5 GHz (WLAN)
Fresnel zone radius (r)
The wireless signal may be adequate even if there are obstacles within the Fresnel zones, as it
always depends on the number and size of the obstacles and where they are located. This is
especially true indoors, where reflections on metal objects may actually help the propagation of
radio waves. To reduce interference and phase cancelling, the transmission power of the unit
may in some cases have to be reduced to limit the range.
It is therefore recommended to use a wireless signal analysis tool for determining the optimal
placement and configuration of a wireless device.
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CTechnical Data
C.1Hardware Specifications
Order code
ColorBlackWhite top and black base
Wired interface typeEthernet
Connector
Antenna
Maximum range
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
HumidityEN 600068-2-78: Damp heat, +40°C, 93% humidity for 4 days.
VibrationSee datasheet
Dimensions
Weight
Housing materialPlastic (see datasheet for details)
Protection class
Mounting
Power supply9–30 VDC (-5 % +20 %)
Power consumption
AWB2000AWB2001
Included plug connector
Internal dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz antenna
100 m (WLAN and Bluetooth)
Shadow: -40 to +65 °C
Direct sunlight: -40 to +45 °C
-40 to +85 °C
Height: 75 mm (95 mm incl. connector, 41 mm outside)
Diameter: 68 mm
81 g
Top (outside of host): IP67 / UL NEMA 4X
Base (inside of host): IP21
M50 screw and nut (50.5 mm hole needed)
Cranking 12 V (ISO 7637-2:2011 pulse 4)
Reverse polarity protection
0.7 W idle, 1.7 W max.
Shadow: -40 to +65 °C
Direct sunlight: -40 to +65 °C
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C.2Communication
Ethernet
Ethernet interface
Ethernet protocols
Wireless LAN
Wireless standardsIEEE 802.11 a, b, g, n, d, r
Operation modesAccess point or client
Fast roaming
Max. number of clients
for access point
WLAN channels
RF output power
Power consumption54 mA @ 24 VDC
Net data throughput20 Mbps.
Link speedMax 65 Mbps (802.11n SISO)
Security
10/100BASE-T with automatic MDI/MDIX auto cross-over detection
IP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, LLDP, ARP, DHCP Client/Server, DNS support
PROFINET IO, EtherNet/IP, Modbus-TCP