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FGR2-PE Wireless Data Transceiver

Firmware 2.22

User Manual and Reference Guide

For use with Baseline Irrigaon Controllers

Part Number: LUM0024AB Revision: A Last Updated: 12/7/2011

Safety Information

The products described in this manual can fail in a variety of modes due to misuse, age, or malfunction. Systems with these products must be designed to prevent personal injury and property damage during product operation and in the event of product failure.

Warning! Do not remove or insert diagnostics cable while circuit is live unless the area is known to be free of ignition concentrations of flammable gases or vapors.

Warranty

FreeWave Technologies, Inc. warrants your FreeWave® Wireless Data Transceiver against defects in materials and manufacturing for a period of two years from the date of shipment. In the event of a Product failure due to materials or workmanship, FreeWave will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. The Product must be returned to FreeWave upon receiving a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for evaluation of Warranty Coverage.

In no event will FreeWave Technologies, Inc., its suppliers, and its licensors be liable for any damages arising from the use of or inability to use this Product. This includes business interruption, loss of business information, or other loss which may arise from the use of this Product. Please be advised that OEM customer’s warranty periods may vary.

Warranty Policy may not apply:

1. If Product repair, adjustments or parts replacements is required due to accident, neglect, unusual physical, electrical or electromagnetic stress.

2. If Product is used outside of FreeWave specifications.

3. If Product has been modified, repaired, or altered by Customer unless FreeWave specifically authorized such alterations in each instance in writing. This includes the addition of conformal coating.

Special Rate Replacement Option

A special rate replacement option is offered to non-warranty returns or upgrades. The option to purchase the replacement unit at this special rate is only valid for that RMA. The special replacement rate option expires if not exercised within 30 days of final disposition of RMA.

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This manual is for use by purchasers and other authorized users of FreeWave® tranceivers.

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FreeWave's Wireless Data Transceivers are designed and manufactured in the United States of America.

FreeWave Technologies, Inc.

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Boulder, CO 80301

303.444.3862

Toll Free: 1.866.923.6168

Printed in the United States of America.

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This product is licensed by The United States. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. Shipment or reexport of this product outside of The United States may require authorization by the U.S. Bureau of Export Administration. Please contact FreeWave Technologies, Inc. for assistance and further information.

UL Specifications

The FGR2-PE transceiver is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D or non-hazardous locations only.

Warning! Explosion Hazard! Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.

The diagnostics port and cable do not have a latching connector and cannot be used in a hazardous location.

Important: UL approved devices must be connected to a Class 2 power source.

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FCC Notifications

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device must be operated as supplied by FreeWave Technologies, Inc.. Any changes or modifications made to the device without the express written approval of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. may void the user's authority to operate the device.

Warning! The FGR2-PE has a maximum transmitted output power of 1 W. It is recommended that the transmit antenna be kept at least 23 cm away from nearby persons to satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements.

Whenever any FreeWave Technologies, Inc. module is placed inside an enclosure a label must be placed on the outside of that enclosure which includes the module's FCC ID.

GNU Notification

Some of the software in the firmware is licensed under the GNU General Public License and other Open Source and Free Software licenses. You can obtain corresponding source by contacting FreeWave and requesting the source on CD.

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Document RevisionHistory

Date Rev Letter Updates Made

12/07/2011 A Updates include but are not limited to:

l Document is now broken into chapters and a series of appendices to help

make information easier to file. See the table of contents.

l All parameters that are available to set are listed in alphabetical order in

their respective chapters. Each parameter is also listed in the added index.

l Firmware revision information is available in Appendix A.

l Discovery Server procedures are now in Appendix C.

l Added Windows 7 instructions for changing an IP address.

l Added Tool Suite procedures where appropriate throughout.

l Converted to the current FreeWave look and feel.

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Table Of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Getting to Know Your Plus-Style Transceiver 1

Boot-Up LED Sequence 2

Ethernet Port Conditions 2

Error LED Conditions 3

Com Port LED Conditions 3

Choosing a Location for the Transceivers 3

Choosing Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint Operation 3

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Programming Transceivers 7

Basic Steps to Programming Plus-Style Transceivers 7

MultiPoint Network Considerations 8

Powering the Transceiver 8

Determining and Setting a Transceiver's IP Address 9

Using HyperTerminal 9

Using Discovery Server 14

Resetting Transceivers to the Factory Default Settings 15

ConfigurationTool Options 16

Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite 18

Accessing Configuration Web Pages 19

Navigating the Web Pages 19

Providing Site Information 20

Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers 21

Creating User Logins 22

Defining User Groups 22

Adding and Deleting Users 23

Changing User Passwords 24

Upgrading Plus-Style Transceiver Firmware Using TFTPServer 24

Before You Get Started Upgrading Firmware Using the TFTPServer 25

Configuring the TFTP Server 25

Upgrading Firmware Using the Web Configuration Pages 26

Upgrading Plus-Style Firmware Globally 27

Verifying Firmware Upgrades 28

Common Firmware Upgrade Issues and Solutions 28

Chapter 3: IP and Network Communication Settings 31

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IP Parameter Reference 31

Default Gateway 32

IP Address 32

NTP Client Enable 33

NTP IP Address 33

Push to Syslog Server 33

Spanning Tree 33

Subnet Mask 34

Syslog Server 1 34

Syslog Server 2 34

VLAN Data ID 35

VLAN Default Gateway 35

VLAN IP Address 35

VLAN Management ID 35

VLAN Mode 36

VLAN Subnet Mask 36

Web Page Port (http) 36

Chapter 4: Serial Port Settings 39

Setting a Serial Port's Mode 39

Disabling Serial Ports 40

Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client 41

Viewing a Serial Port's Status 41

Ethernet (Rx and Tx) 42

Serial (Rx and Tx) 42

Status 42

Serial Port Parameter Reference 42

Alarm IP & Port 42

Alarm Retry Limit (Attempts) 43

Drop Link 43

Multicast IP 43

Multicast Port 44

Serial Baud Rate 44

Serial CD Mode 44

Serial Data Bits 45

Serial Flow Control 45

Serial Interface 45

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Serial Modbus RTU 45

Serial Parity 46

Stop Bits 46

TCP Client Enable 46

TCP Client IP 47

TCP Client Port 47

TCP Server Enable 47

TCPServer Inactivity Timeout 47

TCPServer Port 48

UDP Local IP Port 48

UDP Power Up IP 48

UDP Power Up Port 49

UDP/Multicast Enable 49

Utilize For Alarm 50

Chapter 5: Radio Settings 51

Radio Setup Parameter Reference 52

Addressed Repeat 52

Broadcast Repeat 52

Broadcast Repeat in MultiPoint Networks with Repeaters 53

Frequency Key 54

Frequency Zones 54

Network ID 54

Master Tx Beacon 55

Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size 55

Modem Mode 58

Network Type 59

Repeaters 60

Retry Timeout 60

RF Data Rate 61

Slave Attempts 61

Slave Connect Odds 62

Subnet ID 62

Subnet ID Example 63

Transmit Power 65

Transmit Rate 65

About the Call Book 66

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Programming Point-To-Point Extended Call Book to Use Three or Four Repeaters 66

Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Call Book 67

Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Extended Call Book 68

Chapter 6: Security Settings 71

Viewing the System Log 71

Security Parameter Reference 72

AES Encryption Key 72

Detach Local Ethernet 73

Force SSL (https) 73

MAC Filter 73

Peer To Peer 74

RADIUS Enable 74

RADIUS IP Address 75

RADIUS Port 75

Shared Secret 75

User Password 75

Chapter 7: SNMP Settings 77

SNMP Parameter Reference 77

Auth Method 78

Auth Password (v3) 78

Privacy Method 78

Privacy Password (v3) 79

Read Community 79

SNMP Version 79

Trap Community 79

Trap Manager IP 80

Trap Version 80

Write Community 80

SNMP Trap Limit Parameter Reference 80

Delta Alarm Enable 81

Delta Alarm Below 81

Min Fault Time 81

Noise Alarm Above 81

Noise Alarm Enable 82

Rx Rate Alarm Below 82

Rx Rate Alarm Enable 82

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Signal Alarm Below 82

Signal Alarm Enable 83

Tx Rate Alarm Below 83

Tx Rate Alarm Enable 83

VSWR Alarm Above 83

VSWR Alarm Enable 84

Voltage Alarm Above 84

Voltage Alarm Below 84

Voltage Alarm Enable 84

Chapter 8: Viewing Transceiver Status and Statistics 85

Refreshing and Resetting Statistics 86

Available Statistics 86

Bad Packets 86

Broadcast Packets 86

Connected To 86

Disconnect Count 86

Distance 86

Firmware Version 86

Hardware Version 86

Noise 86

Notes 87

Packets Dropped 87

Packets Sent 87

Peer to Peer Packets 87

Radio Addressed Packets 87

Radio Parse Error 87

Received 87

Reflected Power 87

RX Success Rate 87

RX Throughput 87

Signal 88

Site Contact 88

Site Name 88

Software Boot Version 88

System Name 88

Temperature 88

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TX Success Rate 88

TX Throughput 88

Un-Acked Packets 88

Upstream Noise 89

Upstream Signal 89

Uptime 89

Voltage 89

Wireless Version 89

Chapter 9: Data Communication Link Examples 91

Chapter 10: Additional Transceiver Information 95

Operational RS422 and RS485 Information 95

RS422 and RS485 Full Duplex Pinouts 96

RS485 Half Duplex Pinouts 96

RJ45 to DB9 Cable 96

Com1 and Com2 RJ45 Pin Assignments 96

DB9 Connector Pin Assignments 97

FGR2-PE Specifications 99

Transmitter 99

Receiver 99

Data Transmission 99

Power Requirements 99

Factory Default Settings 101

Mechanical Drawing 106

Appendix A: Firmware Updates 107

Version 2.22 107

Version 2.21 108

Appendix B: Using the FreeWave TFTP Server 111

Installing and Running the TFTP Sever 112

TFTP Server Client Connections 112

TFTP Control Options 113

TFTP Server Log 113

Moving and Renaming the TFTP Server Log 113

Clearing the TFTP Server File 114

Setting the TFTP Server Root Folder 114

Appendix C: Using the Discovery Server 115

Adding Transceivers Manually to the Discovery Server List 116

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Deleting Transceivers from the Discovery Server List 116

Changing Basic Settings Using Discovery Server 116

Accessing a Transceiver's Web Page from Discovery Server 117

Rebooting All Transceivers in the Discovery Server List 117

Viewing Diagnostic Information in Discovery Server 117

Working with Network Files in Discovery Server 118

Exporting Transceiver Information from Discovery Server 119

Upgrading Firmware from Discovery Server 119

Appendix D: Changing the Computer IP Address in Windows 121

Changing the Computer IP Address in Windows XP 121

Changing the IP Address in Windows 7 122

Appendix E: Object Tree for FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB 125

Object List for FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB 128

Index 135

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This document includes the following regarding your FreeWave FGR2-PE transceiver:

l An introduction to the transceiver, its ports and LEDs, and how to determine the mode you want to

run it in.

l Basic programming information including the interfaces you can use to program the transceiver,

determining a transceiver's IPaddress, and setting up permissions to access the transceiver setup information, and how to perform firmware upgrades.

l Descriptions of each parameter available when defining IP information, serial port setup, general

transceiver setup, SNMP information, and security.

l Descriptions of each statistic that is available about the transceivers state and performance.

l Examples of how FreeWave transceivers can exist in a network with other transceivers.

l Pin outs, specifications, and other mechanical information.

l Information additional tools you might use when working with your Plus-style transceiver.

For information about the firmware releases that apply to the transceiver, see Appendix A.

Notational Conventions

Preface

This guide uses the following notational conventions:

l Bold - Indicates items that you select, parameter settings, and parameter names.

Warning! - Indicates a situation that might cause damage to your radio, your data, or your

network.

- Provides time saving or informative suggestions about using the product.

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The term "radio" and "transceiver" are used throughout this manual to refer to the FGR2-PE.

Contacting FreeWave Technical Support

For up-to-date troubleshooting information, check the Support page at www.freewave.com.

FreeWave provides technical support Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Mountain Time (GMT -7). Call toll-free at 1.866.923.6168, within Colorado call 303.381.9200, or contact us through email at moreinfo@freewave.com.

Documentation Feedback

Your feedback is important to us! FreeWave Technologies, Inc. is committed to continually improving the quality of our documentation. If you have any comments or suggestions about this document, send them to us at techpubs@freewave.com. Please include the title of the document or the document's part number in your email.

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Chapter 1: Introduction

The FGR2-PE offers industrial serial and Ethernet wireless connectivity using the license-free spread spectrum for data communication over long distances. The transceiver is compatible with other FreeWave FGR plus family radios and has two Ethernet ports and two serial ports, providing the ability to transition from serial to Ethernet data communications without having to replace your wireless communications infrastructure.

Important: The FGR2-PE is compatible over the air with the FGRplusRE and the

MM2-P-T radios. It is not compatible over the air with any other FreeWave radio products.

Getting to Know Your Plus-Style Transceiver

Your FGR2-PE transceiver has the following components:

l A power connector

l Two Ethernet ports, outlined in blue on the back of the transceiver

l Two Com ports, outlined in red on the back of the transceiver

l A diagnostic port

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This port is currently non-functioning. No settings and no diagnostics are delivered to this port. All Plus-style transceivers must be programmed using Ethernet, either through the configuration Web pages or using FreeWave Tool Suite. For more information about the setup tools available, see "ConfigurationTool Options" on page 16.

l An antenna port

In addition, the transceiver includes LEDs to help you determine when data is being received or sent from the transceiver, as well as to provide additional information about the transceiver's state.

Label # Above Description

1 CD

2 TX

3 CTS

4 Ethernet 1 10 BaseT Link/Activity

5 Ethernet 1 100 BaseT Link

6 Ethernet 2 10 BaseT Link/Activity

7 Ethernet 2 100 BaseT Link

8 COM 1 Data (C1)

9 Error 1 (E1)

10 COM 2 Data (C2)

11 Error 2 (E2)

Boot-Up LED Sequence

The LEDs on the Ethernet transceiver follow the sequence below when the transceiver powers up:

C1 lights solid green

C2 lights solid green , C1 remains lit

E2 lights solid green , C1 and C2 remain lit

4. C1 turns off

5. C2 turns off

6. E2 turns off

Ethernet Port Conditions

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Blinking/Flickering green Solid green (100 BaseT /Off (10 BaseT )

Linked, no data activity

Not linked. Checkthat cable is in good condition and plugged in.

Solid green Solid green (100 BaseT /Off (10 BaseT )

Off Off

Error LED Conditions

Condition Error Light (E1/E2)

Buffer overflow locally

Buffer overflow in network

E1 LED is solid green

E2 LED is solid green

Com Port LED Conditions

Condition Communications Port 1 (C1) or 2 (C2)

Data streaming into RX

Data streaming out TX

Solid red bright

Choosing a Location for the Transceivers

Placement of the FreeWave transceiver is likely to have a significant impact on its performance. The key to the overall robustness of the radio link is the height of the antenna. In general, FreeWave units with a higher antenna placement will have a better communication link. In practice, the transceiver should be placed away from computers, telephones, answering machines, and other similar equipment. The 6-foot Ethernet cable included with the transceiver usually provides ample distance for placement away from other equipment. FreeWave offers directional and Omni directional antennas with cable lengths ranging from 3 to 200 feet. When using an external antenna, placement of that antenna is critical to a solid data link. Other antennas in close proximity are a potential source of interference. Use the Radio Statistics to help identify potential problems.

An adjustment as little as 2 feet in antenna placement can resolve some noise problems. In extreme cases, such as when interference is due to a Pager or Cellular Telephone tower, the band pass filters that FreeWave offers may reduce this out-of-band noise.

Choosing Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint Operation

A Point-to-Point network is best suited when your network consists of one Gateway and one Endpoint transceiver. You can add Repeaters to extend the reach of the network, but no other Gateway or Endpoint may be added.

In a Point-to-MultiPoint network (also referred to as MultiPoint network) the transceiver, designated as a Gateway, is able to simultaneously communicate with numerous Endpoints. In its simplest form, a MultiPoint network functions with the Gateway broadcasting its messages to all Endpoints. If requested by the Master, the Endpoints respond to the Gateway when given data by the device connected to the data port. This response depends on your setup.

It is important to note the differences between Point-to-Point and MultiPoint networks. In a Point-to-Point network all packets are acknowledged, whether sent from the Gateway to the Endpoint or from the Endpoint

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to the Gateway. In a MultiPoint network, you determine the set number of times outbound packets from the Gateway or Repeater to Endpoints or other Repeaters are sent. The receiving transceiver, Endpoint or Repeater, accepts the first packet received that passes the 32 bit CRC. However, the packet is not acknowledged. On the return trip to the Gateway, all packets sent are acknowledged or retransmitted until they are acknowledged. Therefore, the return link in a MultiPoint network is generally very robust.

Traditionally, a MultiPoint network is used in applications where data is collected from many instruments and reported back to one central site. As such, the architecture of such a network is different from Point-to-Point applications. The following parameters influence the number of transceivers that can exist in a MultiPoint network:

1. Size of the blocks of data. The longer the data blocks, the fewer number of deployed Endpoints can exist in the network.

2. Baud rate. The data rate between the transceiver and the device to which it is connected could limit the amount of data and the number of transceivers that can exist in a network

3. The amount of contention between SlavesEndpoints. Polled Endpoints vs. timed SlavesEndpoints.

4. Use of Repeaters. Using the Repeater setting in a MultiPoint network decreases overall network capacity by 50%.

For example, if the network polls Endpoints once a day to retrieve sparse data, several hundred Endpoints could be configured to a single Gateway. However, if each Endpoint transmits larger amounts of data or data more frequently, then fewer Endpoints can link to the Gateway while receiving the same network performance. When larger amounts of data are sent more frequently, the overall network bandwidth is closer to capacity with fewer Endpoints.

For examples and additional information about data communication links, see the Examples of Data Communication Links section later in this document.

Point-to-Point Operation LEDs

Gateway Endpoint Repeater

Carrier

Condition

Powered, no link Solid red

Linked, noRepeater, sending sparse data

Gateway calling Endpoint t hrough Repeater

MasterGateway linked to Repeater, not to Endpoint

Repeater linked to Endpoint

Mode 6 - waiting f or ATD command

Setup Mode Solid

Detect

(CD)

bright

Solid

green

Solid red

bright

Flashing

orange

Solid

green

Solid red

bright

green

Transmit

(Tx)

Solid red

bright

Intermittent

flash red

Solid red

dim

Solid red

dim

Intermittent

flash red

Off Blinking

Solid

green

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

Solid red

bright

Intermittent

flash red

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Intermittent

flash red

red

Solid

green

Carrier Detect

(CD)

Solid red

bright

Solid

green

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid

green

Solid red

bright

Solid

green

Transmit

(Tx)

Off Blinking

Intermittent

flash red

Off Blinking

Intermittent

flash red

Off Blinking

Solid

green

Intermittent

flash red

Intermittent

flash red

green

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

red

Solid

Carrier Detect

(CD)

Solid red

bright

n/a n/a n/a

Solid red

bright

Solid Red

bright

Solid

green

n/a n/a n/a

Solid

green

Transmit

(Tx)

Off Blinking

Solid red

dim

Intermittent

flash red

Solid

green

bright

Intermittent

flash red

green

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

red

Solid red

Solid

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Carrier

Condition

Powered, not linked Solid red

Detect

(CD)

bright

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Gateway Endpoint Repeater

Transmit

(Tx)

Solid red dim

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

Off Solid red

Carrier Detect

bright

(CD)

Transmit

(Tx)

Off Blinking

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

red

Carrier Detect

(CD)

Solid red

bright

Transmit

(Tx)

Off Blinking

Clear t o

Send

(CTS)

red

Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway, no data

Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway, Gateway sending data to Endpoint

Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway, Endpoint s ending data to Gateway

Gateway with diagnostics program running

* in an idle condition, the CTS LED is solid red with a solid link, as the link weakens the CTS LED on the Repeater and Endpoint begins to blink

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid green

RCV data

or Solid red bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red dim

Solid red

dim

Solid red dim

Off Solid

Intermittent

flash red

Intermittent

flash red

green

Solid

Off Solid red

Intermittent

flash red

Intermittent

flash red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid

green

Solid

green

Solid

green

Solid

green

Solid red dim

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

Solid red

bright

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Programming Transceivers

This chapter provides details about setting up, programming, and defining who has access to your Plus-style transceiver using the setup tools available. This chapter includes the following setup information:

l How to determine and set the IPaddresses of the transceiver you want to program.

You need the IPaddress of the transceiver before you can read the current settings or send new settings to the transceiver.

l An introduction to the basic programming tools available to you and the parameters available within

each.

l How to define permissions using user accounts and group levels that grant access to the

transceiver and its settings.

l How to upgrade the firmware version running on the transceiver.

Basic Steps to Programming Plus-Style Transceivers

Use the following basic steps to program any FreeWavePlus-style transceiver.

1. Determine or set the transceiver's IPaddress.

2. Be familiar with your network and know if you have a Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint configuration.

Most FreeWave networks are Point-to-MultiPoint.

3. Connect the transceiver to the configuration tool, such as Tool Suite or view the transceiver's configuration Web pages.

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If using Tool Suite, ensure that the computer running Tool Suite has an IPaddress whose first three octets are the same as the transceiver to which you are connecting.

4. Set the transceiver's operation mode, whether it is an Endpoint, Repeater, Gateway, and so on and the network type it is in.

5. Program the transceiver, ensuring that all devices in a MultiPoint network have the same settings for the following parameters:

l Frequency Key

l Max Packet Size

l Min Packet Size

l RFData Rate

l Network ID

6. Establish the Call Book settings if the transceiver is in a network not using Network IDs.

FreeWave recommends using Network IDs instead of the Call Book in MultiPoint networks. If a large MultiPoint network is implemented using the Call Book with Slave Security enabled and the Master radio is damaged, you are required to physically reprogram each Slave radio in the network, which can be a time consuming process.

If you are using a Network ID, see "Network ID" on page 54

MultiPoint Network Considerations

When installing MultiPoint networks it is important to do some up front planning. Unlike Point-to-Point networks, a Point-to-MultiPoint network requires several parameters are set consistently on all transceivers in the network. This includes RF Data Rate, Min and Max Packet Size, Network ID, and the Frequency Key.

Note: If several independent MultiPoint networks are to be located in close proximity

the planning becomes more critical. In such cases, it becomes very important to include as much frequency and time diversity as possible through use of different Min and Max Packet Size. In some instances the use of the MultiMaster Sync option may be required.

Powering the Transceiver

To provide power to the transceiver, connect it to a positive supply with +6 VDC to +30 VDC(typically, +12 VDC).

Using a dedicated power supply line is preferred. The power supply you use must provide more current than the amount of current drain listed in the "FGR2-PE Specifications" on page 99 for the voltage you are using. For example, if you are using +12 VDC, the power supply must provide above the drain that is required for transmit using +12 VDC.

If the power supply line runs outside the radio enclosure, use electrostatic discharge (ESD) protectors to protect the radio from electric shock, and transient voltage suppressors (TVS) to protect from an over-voltage situation. Using both helps to ensure long-term, reliable operation. FreeWave does not supply these items, however, they can be purchased at most electronic supply stores.

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Determining and Setting a Transceiver's IP Address

Before you can work with a Plus-style transceiver, you need to determine the transceiver's IP address. By default, each Plus-style transceiver's IP address is 192.168.111.100 and its password is admin. If the address has changed, if you do not know the transceiver's address, or you need to change the address, use one of the following tools:

l HyperTerminal using the Com 1 serial port

l Discovery Server

Using HyperTerminal

To determine or set the IP address of a Plus-style transceiver, plug a serial cable into Com 1 (the left port), with the transceiver disconnected from power. Then, follow the instructions below to open and setup HyperTerminal and use the IPSetup menu.

To connect to the transceiver using HyperTerminal:

Note: The screen shots in the following sections represent HyperTerminal in Windows

XP. The display may vary slightly if you are using a different operating system.

1. Click the Windows Start button and select Programs > Accessories > Communications, and then select HyperTerminal.

A window similar to the following displays:

2. Double-click the Hypertrm.exe icon.

The following window displays:

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3. In the Name field, enter a descriptive name for the connection and select an icon from the Icon selection box.

4. Click OK.

The Connect To dialog box displays.

5. In the Connect Using field, select the connection type to use.

Select the active Com Port to which the radio is connected. In most cases the connection type will either Direct to Com1 or Direct to Com2.

6. Click OK.

The Properties dialog box displays for the selected connection type.

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Enter the following port settings for a proper connection:

Port Setting Select

Bits per second 19200

Data bits 8

Parity None

Stop bits 1

Flow control None

7. After selecting the option for each setting, click OK.

The following HyperTerminal dialog box displays:

8. From the File menu, select Save to save the HyperTerminal connection settings

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Important: To make changes to the connection properties, you must first disconnect

the terminal session.

To set or determine the transceiver's IP address using HyperTerminal:

1. With the HyperTerminal session from the above procedure open, connect power to the transceiver.

After a few seconds, the following screen display in the HyperTerminal window:

2. Type a Y or a y within 5 seconds (even though the text says 2 seconds) to access the IP setup of the transceiver.

Any other key exits, allowing the transceiver to complete the boot-up. After entering a Y, a password prompt displays:

3. Enter the Administrator password (factory default password is admin) to display the Setup menu:

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4. Enter 0 to select the IP Setup Menu to display the IPAddress along with the other IP setup options:

The transceiver's current IPaddress displays in the IP Address option.

5. To change the IP address or any other setting available here, select the number of the selection and make the changes. Each setting is described in detail in the next chapter.

Selecting option 1 from the main Setup menu displays the Security menu: From this menu, some of the security options can be changed. Option 0 clears the MAC Filter list, setting the transceiver back to allowing all Ethernet traffic.

6. Exit the Setup menu to reboot the transceiver.

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Using Discovery Server

You can also determine and a set the IP address of a Plus-style transceiver with a firmware version of 2.8 or higher using the FreeWave Discovery Server, a free utility available from FreeWave. Discovery Server is available on the User Manual and System Tools CD and is also available for download from www.freewave.com.

Note: Firewall software, such as Windows Firewall and McAfee Personal Firewall can

prevent the Discovery Server from operating properly. FreeWave recommends disabling any Firewall software prior to running the Discovery Server.

This section provides instructions to determine and set the radio's IPaddress using Discovery Server. For more information about the additional functionality available in the utility, see See "Using the Discovery Server" on page 115

To determine a transceiver's IP address using Discovery Server:

1. Open Discovery Server.

When you open the Discovery Server application, it automatically attempts to discover any Plusstyle transceivers connected via Ethernet. The transceivers broadcast this information, so they should be successfully discovered if they have a physical Ethernet connection to the network or are able to communicate back through their Gateway.

Note: In firmware versions 2.13 and higher, Endpoints and Multipoint Repeaters can

only be discovered if the computer running Discovery Server is connected on the Gateway side of the radio network. If connected to an Endpoint or MultiPoint Repeater in this situation, only that radio and the Gateway are reported.

To set the transceiver's IPaddress using Discovery Server:

1. Open the Discovery Server application.

2. Right-click the discovered transceiver in the list that you want to change and select Change Basic Settings.

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3. In the IP Address field, update the IPaddress to the address you want to assign to the transceiver.

4. In the Password field, enter the current administrator password.

Transceivers running firmware version 2.14 or earlier only accept admin as the valid password. Transceiver's running a later version of firmware accept any password up to 7 characters long.

Discovery Server can only change the basic settings of a transceiver if that transceiver’s administrator password is seven characters long or less. Any passwords longer than seven characters are not accepted in Discovery Server. You can use this password limitation to limit which transceivers can be changed using the Discovery Server application.

5. Click Change to change the settings on the transceiver.

Resetting Transceivers to the Factory Default Settings

To reset a transceiver to the factory default settings, complete the following steps. For a list of factory defaults, see "Factory Default Settings" on page 101.

1. Access HyperTerminal as described on page 9

2. With the HyperTerminal session open, connect power to the transceiver.

After a few seconds, the following screen display in the HyperTerminal window:

3. Type a Y or a y within 5 seconds (even though the text says 2 seconds) to access the IP setup of the transceiver.

Any other key exits, allowing the transceiver to complete the boot-up. After entering a Y, a password prompt displays:

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4. Enter default at the prompt and pressEnter.

The transceiver reboots, and all of the transceiver settings are reset to the factory defaults.

ConfigurationTool Options

After you have determined the Ethernet address of your Plus-style transceiver, you can use either Tool Suite or the configuration Web pages accessed through any Web browser for general programming and setup.

Note: You can define a Plus-style transceiver's IP setup parameters, such as its

IPaddress, subnet mask, default gateway, and VLAN information using the IPSetup menu in HyperTerminal or through Discovery Server. For information about accessing the radio using HyperTerminal, see "Using HyperTerminal" on page 9. For information about using the Discovery Server, see "Using the Discovery Server" on page 115.

The parameters and statistics you can set and view for a Plus-style transceiver are grouped in the Web interface in Pages and in Tool Suite in tabs. The tabs in Tool Suite mirror the configuration Web page menu options.

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Each page or tab contains parameters that apply to the same area of functionality. For example, to setup a serial port, you can access all the parameters for the first serial port in the Serial Setup 1 page.

Page Used To

Status View all device status information. For more information, see "Viewing

Transceiver Status and Statistics" on page 85.

IP Setup Setup the IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway of the radio.

Check with your Network Administrator before adjusting these settings. Many of these settings are also available through Basic IP Setup in HyperTerminal and the Discovery Server. For more information, see "IP and Network Communication Settings" on page 31.

Serial Setup 1 and Serial Setup 2

Set the port numbers and data settings for each serial port. These settings need to match the device to which each port is connected. For more information, see "Serial Port Settings" on page 39.

Radio Setup Set the transceiver’s Operation Mode, Transmission Characteristics,

Multipoint Parameters, and the Call Book. For more information, "Radio Settings" on page 51.

Security Set the RADIUS server authentication, MAC filtering, and the AES

Encryption information. For more information, "Security Settings" on page

71.

SNMP Set the SNMP management features of the transceiver. The transceiver

supports SNMP versions 1, 2, and 3. All of the SNMP-manageable objects for FreeWave's radios are contained in a single MIB file: FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB. This file is available from FreeWave upon request. For more information, "SNMP Settings" on page

77.

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RMS Set FreeWave Redundant Master System units only. For details about

these settings, see the Redundant Master System User Manual Adden- dum.

Diagnostics View the signal level, noise level, signal-to-noise delta, and receive rate for

each frequency available to the transceiver. For more information, see "Viewing Transceiver Status and Statistics" on page 85.

Users Setup logins for the transceiver. Up to nine custom users can be created

for each transceiver, with the admin user being the permanent tenth user. For more information, see "Creating User Logins" on page 22.

Tools Edit the site information and upgrade the transceiver’s Firmware. In a

MultiPoint Gateway, you can also enable the Global Change functionality.

The description and procedures in this manual are referenced as they appear in Tool Suite. If functionality is available only through the configuration Web page, or is different than Tool Suite, the information is provided as it displays in the Web pages, and indicates that you must use the Web page.

For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual available on the User Manual and System Tools CD or by selecting File > Help in the Tool Suite software. For more information about the configurationWeb pages, see "Navigating the Web Pages" on page 19.

Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite

Prior to reading a transceiver's settings and programming a transceiver using Tool Suite, you need to know the transceiver's IPaddress. For more information, see "Determining and Setting a Transceiver's IP Address" on page 9.

In addition, the computer running Tool Suite must have an IPaddress within the same network. That is, the first three octets of the IPaddress on the transceiver and the IPaddress on the computer running the Tool Suite session must match.The last octet is unique. For information about changing a computer's IPaddress, see "Changing the Computer IP Address in Windows" on page 121.

Note: For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual

available on the User Manual and System Tools CD or by selecting File > Help in the Tool Suite software.

1. Open Tool Suite and display the Configuration application.

2. Select or create an Ethernet network.

3. Enter the transceiver's IP address in the IPAddress field in the upper left corner of the Plus Configuration ribbon.

4. Click Read Radio in the Plus Configuration ribbon.

5. Tool Suite attempts to connect to the transceiver and display it in the Discovered Devices tree.

6. Select the transceiver in the Discovered Devices tree to display its current settings in the setup tabs.

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Accessing Configuration Web Pages

Each Plus-style transceiver has a built in Web interface that you can use to program its settings. To access the Web interface, you must have a Web browser installed on your computer.

1. Plug the radio into either a computer or a switch/router using an RJ45 cable.

2. Open a Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Netscape, or Firefox and type the IP address of the radio into the address bar.

For example, to access a radio with an IP address of 192.168.111.90, type http://192.168.111.100 into the address bar of the web browser.

A static IP address on the same subnet may need to be assigned to the router/switch and/or the computer to access the transceiver. For more information, see "Changing the Computer IP Address in Windows" on page 121. The default IP address from the factory is 192.168.111.100.

A prompt for a user name and password displays.

3. Enter the user name and password to access the transceiver.

The default user name for the administrator login is admin, the password is admin. The administrator login has full permission to change all settings on the transceiver, including upgrading firmware.

The default user name for the guest login is guest, the password is guest. The guest login can view the settings. When logged in as a guest, you can see the Status, IP Setup, Serial Gateway Setup, and Radio Setup pages. When logged in as a guest, you cannot save any changes, cannot see the Security or Tools pages, and cannot reboot the transceiver.

Navigating the Web Pages

The configuration Web pages group the parameters into pages and provides the navigation features described below.

The Pages menu displays on the left side of all pages. Click the items in this list to navigate to the different configuration pages available for the transceiver. The currently selected page is highlighted in teal.

Below the Pages List is the Reboot button. Click this button to force the transceiver to reboot.

When making changes to the transceiver settings, click the Save/Apply button before navigating away from a page or rebooting the transceiver to save your changes. No changes take effect until you click Save/Apply.

When the changes have been successfully saved and applied, the message Change Succeeded displays under the Reboot button.

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Any change made in the configuration Web pages that is not yet saved is highlighted in yellow. This highlight indicates that you need to click Save/Apply before navigating away from the page, or the changes will be lost.

Some setting changes (such as changes to the IP Setup) require a reboot to complete the changes. When such a change is made, the Change Succeeded message below the Reboot button changes to include a link labeled Reboot Required. Click either the Reboot Required link or the Reboot button to reboot the transceiver and apply the requested changes.The requested changes are not made until the transceiver is rebooted. A Reboot Required link displays at the top of every page until the

transceiver is rebooted.

Providing Site Information

For each transceiver in your network, you can provide information to help identify that transceiver, such as a name and contact information. The site information displays on the Status page in the configuration Web pages.

To provide site information in Tool Suite:

1. Open Tool Suite and connect to the transceiver you want to set.

For more information, see "Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite" on page 18.

2. Ensure the Configuration application is displayed and clickRead Radio to read the transceiver's current settings.

3. Click the Tools tab.

4. Provide any of the following information in the fields provided:

Field Description

Site Name Enter any text up to 25 characters that helps to identify the

transceiver.

Site Contact Enter any text up to 25 characters that provides information

about who to contact about the site's status.

System Name Enter any text up to 32 characters that helps to identify the

system in which the transceiver operates.

Notes Enter any additional text up to 50 characters about the

transceiver or the site.

5. Select a Tool Suite program option to send the changes to the transceiver. For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual available on the User Manual and System

Tools CD or by selecting File > Help in the Tool Suite software.

To provide site information in the configuration Web page:

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

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2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click Tools to display the Tools page.

3. In the Change Site Information section of the page, provide any of the following information:

Field Description

Site Name Enter any text up to 25 characters that helps to identify the

transceiver.

Site Contact Enter any text up to 25 characters that provides information

about who to contact about the site's status.

System Name Enter any text up to 32 characters that helps to identify the

system in which the transceiver operates.

Notes Enter any additional text up to 50 characters about the

transceiver or the site.

4. Click Change Site Information to save your changes.

Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers

Note: The Global Change function can only be enabled or disabled using the

configuration Web pages.

Often, the settings on transceivers in your network should be the same as the settings in the MultiPoint Gateway. Instead of changing each transceiver individually, you can use the Global Change function to push the IPSetup, Radio Setup, Security, SNMP, and User settings to all connected transceivers in the network.

1. Access the Gateway's configuration Web pages. For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click Tools to display the Tools page.

3. Click ENABLE Global Change Functionality in the middle of the page.

The button now displays DISABLE Global Change Functionality. Click that button to turn off global changing.

When enabled, the following message displays at the top of every page for transceivers connected to the Gateway.

On the pages that allow Global Changes, the Save/Apply button is replaced by the Push Locally button. Any changes made to the parameters on that page are pushed to all the connected transceivers when you click Push Globally.

Note: The settings on the MultiPoint Gateway are not changed during a Global

Change.

Note the following when the Global Change functionality is enabled:

l IP Setup page - The IP Address field becomes hidden, as it cannot be part of a Global Change.

l Radio Setup page - The Network Type and Modem Mode fields are hidden, as they do not

change as part of a Global Change.

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Important: Changes made to the settings on this page can cause the radios to lose

communication with the Gateway and/or MultiPoint Repeaters. Use caution when making global changes.

l Security page - All settings on the Security page can be part of a Global Change.

Important: When changing the AES Encryption Key globally, first make the change

on the Multipoint Gateway. After the Gateway has been changed, you can push the new key to the other transceivers in the network. If not done in this order, changing the encryption key can cause transceivers to lose connectivity with the Gateway for an extended period of time.

l SNMP page - All settings on the SNMP page can be part of a Global Change.

l Users page - The Edit Group Level Rights section and the User Accounts Level can be

adjusted using Global Changes; however, user accounts and user passwords cannot be created or deleted using Global Changes.

Creating User Logins

To limit who can access the Plus-style transceivers in your network and who can edit configuration settings, you can set up to nine custom user's with login access.

Note: The tenth login is the permanent admin login.

To create a login, do the following.

l Define your login group levels.

l Add users by creating user accounts and assign users to a group level.

l Set a user's password to login. When connecting to the transceiver through Tool Suite or through

the configuration Web pages, a password prompt displays.

Defining User Groups

User groups set the access rights for each Tool Suite tab or configuration Web page for a transceiver. Users are assigned to a group, and then inherit the access rights that are set for that group.

You can create up to three groups (Groups 1, 2, and 3). Within each group, assign one of the following access levels to each page or tab:

l No Access - Users cannot see the settings in the tab or page. Any attempt to navigate to the tab

or page displays an “Access Denied” message.

l Read Only - Users can see the settings in the tab or page, but cannot save or apply any changes.

l Full Access - Users are able to see the settings in the tab or page and can save and apply

changes.

When you create a user, you assign the user to a group. The group number corresponds to the user group and the user inherits the permissions assigned to that group. For example, if Group 1 has Read Only access to the IPSetup parameters and No Access to the Security parameters, any user assigned to Group 1 can view IP Setup parameters but not make changes, and receives an Access Denied message if they try to access the Security tab or page.

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always has Full Access to all pages.

To edit user group rights using Tool Suite:

1. Access the transceiver's settings in Tool Suite.

For more information, see "Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite" on page 18.

2. Click the Users tab to display the User settings.

3. For each level, select the access rights for each group of parameters.

For example, the Level 1 Account IP Setup field represents Group 1's access rights to the IP Setup page or tab.

Your changes are saved automatically as you make them. However, be sure to apply them to the transceiver.

To edit user group rights through the configuration Web pages:

1. Access the transceiver's Web page.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. Click Users in the Pages menu to display the Users page.

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3. In the Edit Group Level Rights section of the page, use the drop-down menus in each group to select the access rights for each page.

4. Click Save/Apply to save your changes and apply them to the transceiver.

Adding and Deleting Users

Note: You can only create and edit users using the configurationWeb pages.

You can set up to nine custom users with login access to a Plus-style transceiver. The tenth login is the permanent admin login.

To add a user:

1. Access the transceiver's Web page.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. Click Users in the Pages menu to display the Users page.

At the bottom of the User Accounts section of the page, click the green plus icon or click Add User.

4. In the dialog box that displays, enter the following user information:

Field Description

User Name A name that identifies the user, for example guest or a

user's first initial and last name.

User Level Select 1, 2, or 3 to assign the user to a group.For more

Password and Confirm Password

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Click Add User to create the user account, or click the red icon in the upper right corner of the dialog box to cancel without creating the user.

To delete a user:

1. Access the transceiver's Web page.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. Click Users in the Pages menu to display the Users page.

In the User Accounts section of the page, click the red icon next to the user that you want to delete.

Changing User Passwords

Note: You can only change user's passwords in the configurationWeb page interface.

When you create a user, you assign that user a password. You can change the password for a user at anytime.

1. Access the transceiver's configuration Web page.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. Click Users in the Pages menu to display the Users page.

Click the key icon.

4. In the first Confirm Password field, enter the new password and type it again in the second Confirm Password field.

Click Change Password to save the new password or click the red icon in the upper right corner of the dialog box to cancel without changing the password.

Upgrading Plus-Style Transceiver Firmware Using TFTPServer

The Plus-style transceivers share a common firmware upgrade platform and process using the FreeWave TFTP Server and a FreeWave-supplied firmware upgrade file. This section details the step-by-step process of upgrading firmware either locally (directly connected to the transceiver via an Ethernet cable) or over-the-air (OTA). Upgrading firmware locally is much faster than if done OTA.

Important: Only attempt an OTA firmware upgrade if the link is stable and of good

quality. If the link is unstable or poor, the firmware upgrade is likely to fail.

Upgrading firmware does not change any transceiver settings. The same is not true for downgrading firmware. If you are considering downgrading your firmware version, contact FreeWave Technical Support for further information.

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Warning! Downgrading an Plus-style transceiver from the current firmware version to a previous firmware version may result in the transceiver settings becoming invalid. FreeWave recommends resetting any downgraded transceiver to the factory defaults using the steps provided in "Resetting Transceivers to the Factory Default Settings" on page 15 before attempting to use or configure the transceiver.

The instructions in the following sections assume you know the IP address of the transceiver you want to upgrade and that you are able to access the transceiver's configuration Web pages. If you are not able to do this, contact FreeWave Technical Support for assistance.

Complete the following steps, described in detail below, to upgrade a Plus-style transceiver:

1. Configure the FreeWave TFTP Server.

2. Upgrade the firmware file using the Web configuration pages.

3. Verify the firmware upgrade.

Before You Get Started Upgrading Firmware Using the TFTPServer

Before you can upgrade a Plus-style transceiver's firmware, download the specific firmware file and install FreeWave TFTP Server from www.freewave.com. If you are unsure which file you need or require assistance, contact FreeWave Technical Support.

FreeWave recommends creating a folder on your computer desktop called Root and saving the firmware file in that directory.

Configuring the TFTP Server

The FreeWave TFTP Server enables the transfer of the firmware file from your computer to the Plus-style transceiver. After you download the FreeWave TFTP Server program, run the installer to gain access to the executable program, fwTFTP.exe. After the installation, you are ready to configure the TFTP Server.

1. From the Windows Start menu, select All Programs > FreeWave Technologies >fwTFTP > fwTFTP.exe.

If you installed the TFTP server in another location, follow that directory path and open the fwTFTP.exe file.

2. After the application displays, click Configure to display the Server Configuration dialog box.

3. In the Root Folder field, click the icon next to the field and locate the folder in which you saved the firmware upgrade file in "Before You Get Started Upgrading Firmware Using the TFTPServer" on page 25.

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4. Click OK and verify that the folder is listed in the Root Folder field.

5. Click OK to return to the main TFTP Server window.

6. Click Start Server in the upper left of the TFTP Server window.

If the button and text are gray, the server is started.

7. Minimize (do not close) the FreeWave TFTP Server window and continue with "Upgrading Firmware Using the Web Configuration Pages" on page 26.

Upgrading Firmware Using the Web Configuration Pages

After you have configured the FreeWave TFTPServer, you are ready to complete the firmware upgrade using the transceiver's configuration Web pages.

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click Tools to display the Tools page.

3. In the Address of TFTP Server field in the TFTP Firmware Upgrade section of the page, the IPaddress of the computer on which the TFTP Server is installed (not the transceivers's IPaddress).

4. In the File Name field, enter the exact name of the firmware upgrade file you saved in the Root directory on your desktop in "Before You Get Started Upgrading Firmware Using the TFTPServer" on page 25.

If the file name includes an extension, such as .bin, include that in the name. For example, http2_

22.bin.

5. Click Upgrade Firmware.

The transceiver attempts to retrieve the firmware file from your computer. To verify that this is working properly, or to see the status of the firmware retrieval, open the FreeWave TFTP Server application that you minimized.

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If the firmware file is being uploaded to the transceiver, there is a new entry in the FreeWave TFTP Server window, with a progress bar.

Over a local connection, for example connected directly from computer to transceiver using an Ethernet cable, the upgrade can take less than 30 seconds. If the transceiver being upgraded is not local, for example, an over-the-air firmware upgrade, the process can take significantly longer, depending on the link quality.

On the Tools page in the configuration Web pages, the status of the firmware upgrade process updates as the status changes.

After the firmware upgrade is complete, the transceiver reboots itself and returns to its programmed state.

6. To verify the firmware upgrade, see "Verifying Firmware Upgrades" on page 28

Upgrading Plus-Style Firmware Globally

You can also upgrade firmware to all connected Plus-Style transceivers of the same type using the GLOBAL Firmware Upgrade option. The Gateway sends a a copy of the firmware update in 1 KB sections to all

connected Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters. Each transceiver must successfully receive every section, or it will not upgrade its firmware. Increasing the Broadcast Repeat setting increases the probability of success, but slows down the overall process. The Gateway itself will not be upgraded during a Global Upgrade.

Note: If the GLOBAL Firmware Upgrade button is selected on an Endpoint or a

Multipoint Repeater, that individual transceiver is not upgraded.It sends the upgrade file to its Gateway, which will be upgraded. No other transceivers will receive the file.

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

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2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click Tools to display the Tools page.

3. In the Address of TFTP Server field in the TFTP Firmware Upgrade section of the page, enter the IPaddress of the computer that is running the TFTP server (not the transceivers's IPaddress).

If the file name includes an extension, such as .bin, include that in the name. For example, http2_

22.bin.

5. Click GLOBAL Firmware Upgrade.

Transceivers that successfully receive the firmware upgrade load the file to memory, and then reboot. The reboot times are randomized within a short window, to keep every transceiver from restarting at the same time.

6. To verify the firmware upgrade, see "Verifying Firmware Upgrades" on page 28

Verifying Firmware Upgrades

After the transceiver has taken a firmware upgrade and rebooted to its previously programmed state, you can verify that the firmware upgrade was successful.

1. Refresh the transceivers's configuration Web pages by refreshing your browser window or opening a new session.

If you are having problems viewing the Web pages, it may be necessary to clear your Web browser cache and cookies. This process varies depending on the Web browser you are using. If you need assistance, contact FreeWave Technical Support.

2. From the Pages menu on the left side, click Status to display the Status page.

This page should load by default when you log in.

The Firmware Version field in the Hardware Information section of the page displays the current firmware version installed. Ensure this matches the firmware version to which you were upgrading.

You have completed the firmware upgrade process for your Plus-style transceiver!

Common Firmware Upgrade Issues and Solutions

”File Not Found” in either the configuration Web page or the FreeWave TFTP server

Check the filename of the firmware upgrade file. The file name must be typed exactly as the file is named. If you have checked the name and are still unsuccessful, check the extension of the file. If your computer does not display file name extensions, use the following instructions to enable file extensions (Windows XP, other operating systems may vary):

1. Locate My Computer, either on your desktop or through the Start menu.

2. Select Tools from the top menu.

3. Select Folder Options.

4. Click the View tab.

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5. Scroll until you see Hide extensions for known file types and deselect the box next to this option.

6. Click on Apply, and close the window.

Firmware upgrade times out

Ensure you are connecting to the proper IP address and that the transceiver is powered on. If you are able to access the configuration Web pages, but the firmware upgrade times out, ensure the FreeWave TFTP Server is configured properly and is started.

Firmware upgrading taking a long period of time

If the firmware upgrade is being done over-the-air, it can take a significant amount of time to complete the file transfer. This time can be extended if the quality of the link is poor. FreeWave recommends only attempting an over-the-air firmware upgrade with links that are stable and of high quality.

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Communication Settings

The parameters on the IP Setup tab or IP Setup configuration Web page are typically set by a network administrator. These are the parameters that set the Ethernet address and other communications for the transceiver. Within IPSetup, you set the following types of parameters:

l LAN interface configuration (management) - The local area network (LAN) settings.

l VLAN configuration (data) - The virtual local area network (VLAN)settings. A VLAN is a group of

devices with a common set of requirements that communicate as if they were attached to the same domain, regardless of their network location.

Not every network needs or uses VLAN IDs. The VLAN Mode setting is normally set to Disabled. Changes to VLAN settings should be approved by a network administrator.

l NTP client - The Network Time Protocol (NTP) settings. The device whose IPaddress you enter

here is the device that the transceivers in your network use to synchronize their internal clocks.

l Syslog server - The system logging settings. Enabling and setting IPaddresses in the system

server settings instructs the transceiver to send all its log entries to a system server. For more information, see "Viewing the System Log" on page 71.

IP Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the IP setup parameters that you can set for the transceivers described in this document.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

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Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

your network.

The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

Default Gateway

Web Parameter: Default Gateway in the LANNetwork Interface Configuration section of the IP

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 192.168.111.11

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IPaddress of the Gateway's VLAN. This parameter is typically set by a

network administrator.

Note: Putting multiple devices on the network with the same IP address can cause the entire network to crash.

IP Address

Web Parameter: IPAddress in the LANNetwork Interface Configuration section of the IP

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 192.168.111.100

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IPaddress assigned to the transceiver. Assign an unique IP address to

each transceiver in your network. The IP addresses must be in the proper subnet.

It is also possible to have a transparent bridge with an IP address of

255.255.255.255, but serial port functionality, the Security features, and access to the configuration Web pages is lost.

This field is hidden in the configuration Web page when Global Changes are enabled. For more information about making global changes, see "Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers" on page 21.

Note: Putting multiple devices on the network with the same IP address can cause the

whole network to crash.

When the VLAN Mode parameter is set to Tagged or Untagged, this IP information is assigned to the Management portion of the transceiver (Setup pages, SNMP, Discovery Server). Any communication with the transceiver's Setup pages, SNMP, or changes made using the Discovery Server need to be addressed to this IP address and tagged with the Management VLAN ID.

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NTP Client Enable

Web Parameter Enable check box in the NTPClient section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables the Network Time Protocol (NTP) client on the transceiver. The

transceiver checks with the NTP Server specified in the NTP Client IP Address parameter and sets its internal clock to the time and date specified by the NTP server.

The transceiver only checks with the NTP server on its initial startup.

Note: Test the connectivity to the NTP server and its response to NTP requests. If the transceiver is unsuccessful connecting to the NTP server upon booting, it makes a new request to the server before every log file entry, which can cause unnecessary network traffic.

NTP IP Address

Web Parameter IPAddress in the NTP Client section of the IPSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IP address of the NTP server. If the NTPClient is enabled, the

transceiver checks with this IPaddress upon startup to set its internal clock.

Push to Syslog Server

Web Parameter: Push to Server in the Syslog Server section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling this option instructs the transceiver to send its log entries to the

system logging server identified in the Syslog Server 1 and Syslog Server 2 parameters.

Spanning Tree

Web Parameter Spanning Tree Enable check box in the LAN Network Interface

Configuration section of the IP Setup page.

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Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling this parameter causes a Gateway to use the Spanning Tree Protocol

(IEEE 802.1D). This protocol eliminates the possibility of the transceivers creating a network loop, which can cause network-wide problems.

Spanning Tree Protocol does use transceiver bandwidth, as any Spanning Tree transceivers are constantly communicating their network “location.” FreeWave recommends leaving Spanning Tree disabled, unless the Spanning Tree Protocol is required in your application.

Subnet Mask

Web Parameter: Subnet Mask in the LANNetwork Interface Configuration section of the

IPSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 255.255.255.0

Options: Any valid net mask address in your network.

Description: Used to route data in a sub-network. This parameter is typically set by a

network administrator.

Syslog Server 1

Web Parameter: Syslog Server 1 in the Syslog Server section of the IPSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IP address of a system log server. If Push To Server is enabled, the

transceiver sends all log entries to the IP address entered in this parameter.

Syslog Server 2

Web Parameter: Syslog Sever 2 in the Syslog section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IP address of a second system log server. If system logging is enabled,

the transceiver sends all log entries to the IP address entered in this field. The transceiver sends logs to both server entries, Syslog Server 1 and Syslog Server 2, concurrently. If a second server does not exist, enter 0.0.0.0.

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VLAN Data ID

Web Page: Data VLAN ID in the VLAN Configuration (Data) section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0

Options: Any valid VLAN ID between 1 and 4095.

Description: Data using this VLAN ID is allowed to come into or be sent out of the

transceiver’s local Ethernet port and is allowed to access the serial ports via the terminal server.

VLAN Default Gateway

Web Parameter Default Gate in the VLANConfiguration (Data) section of the IPSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IP address for the appropriate default Gateway for the Data VLAN IP

address.

VLAN IP Address

Web Parameter: IP Address field in the VLANConfiguration (Data) section of the IP Setup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid IP Address.

Description: When the VLAN Mode is set to Tagged or Untagged, the IP address entered

in this parameter is assigned to the Data portion of the transceiver (Ethernet port traffic and terminal server communication).

Any data destined for one of the transceiver's serial ports or its Ethernet port needs to be addressed to this IP address and tagged with the Data VLAN ID.

VLAN Management ID

Web Parameter: Management VLAN ID in the VLANConfiguration (Data) section of the IP

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0

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Options: Any valid VLAN ID between 1 and 4095.

Description: Computers and devices using the VLAN ID entered here are able to access

the transceiver’s Setup pages, receive SNMP information, send SNMP commands, and view the transceiver in the FreeWave Discovery Server.

VLAN Mode

Web Parameter: Mode in the VLAN Configuration (Data) section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: l Disabled - VLAN will not be used.

l Tagged - If the data coming into the transceiver’s local Ethernet port is

tagged with a VLAN ID, select this option. The transceiver bridges the data, leaving the VLAN ID as-is.

l Untagged - If the data coming into the transceiver's local Ethernet port is

not tagged with a VLAN ID, select this option. The transceiver accepts the data, tags it with the VLAN ID entered in the Data VLAN ID field, and sends it across the radio link. Data arriving at this transceiver and being sent out of the local Ethernet port has any VLAN tag removed before being sent out of the port

Description: Determines whether VLAN is active and in which mode it is used.

Note: Not every network needs or uses VLAN IDs. The Mode setting is normally kept at Disabled. Your network administrator should approve any changes.

VLAN Subnet Mask

Web Parameter: Subnet Mask in the VLAN Configuration (Data) section of the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any IPV4 net mask address.

Description: The subnet mask for the Data VLAN IP address, for example 255.255.255.0.

Web Page Port (http)

Web Parameter: Web Page Port on the IP Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 80

Options: Any valid TCP port from 1 to 65535.

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Description: Use this setting to change the assigned port for the configuration Web pages.

The default setting is port 80, the standard Web page port. If this setting is changed from port 80, the proper port number must be included when accessing the Setup pages.

For example, http://<IP address>:<Port>, where <IP address> is the IP address of the transceiver, and <Port> is the port number assigned in this parameter.

If an invalid TCP port is entered, the radio defaults the Web Page Port setting to 80.

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Chapter 4: Serial Port Settings

Use the settings on the Serial Setup tab or page to set the serial ports on the transceiver. The ports are labeled 1 and 2 on the physical transceiver. See the transceiver illustration in "Getting to Know Your Plus-Style Transceiver" on page 1. Within Serial Setup, you can set the following parameter types:

l Terminal Server Configuration - The first setting you need to set for either serial port is whether

the port acts as a TCPterminal server, TCP client, UDP client, or Multicast.

l Serial Settings - The data transmission settings such as the Baud Rate and Flow Control. Set

these parameters to match the device to which the port is connected.

Each serial port is setup independently and configured on its own tab or Web page. The ports can have different baud rates, parity, protocol, and so on, but must match the device to which they are connected. To access either port, a client needs to call the IPaddress of the transceiver plus its assigned port number.

Note: You can also view the status of each serial port. For more information, see

"Viewing a Serial Port's Status" on page 41.

Setting a Serial Port's Mode

The first parameter you need to set for either serial port is whether the port acts as a TCPterminal server, TCP client, UDP client, or Multicast.

To set a serial port's Mode inTool Suite:

1. Open Tool Suite and connect to the transceiver you want to set.

For more information, see "Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite" on page 18.

2. Ensure the Configuration application is displayed and clickRead Radio to read the transceiver's current settings.

3. Click the serial port tab for the port you want to set up.

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4. Select Enabled in one of the following fields to enable that mode. If all the fields are set to Disabled, then the port is disabled.

l TCP Server Enable - Sets the port as a TCP terminal server.

l TCPClient Enable - Sets the port as a TCP client to the IPaddress and port entered in the

TCP Client IP and TCP Client Port fields.

l UDP/Multicast Enable - Enables the transceiver as a UDP terminal server using the port

number entered in the UDP Local Port parameter or as a one-to-many connection from the MultiPoint Gateway’s serial port to the interested MultiPoint Repeaters’ and/or Endpoints’ serial ports if the Use as Multicast parameter is also enabled.

5. Select a Tool Suite program option to send the changes to the transceiver. For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual available on the User Manual and System

Tools CD or by selecting File > Help in the Tool Suite software.

To set a serial port's Mode in the configuration Web pages:

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages. For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click the serial port you want to configure to display that Serial Port's page.

3. In the Mode field, select from the following options:

l Disabled - Disables the port. This is the default setting.

l TCP Server Enable - Sets the port as a TCP terminal server.

l TCPClient Enable - Sets the port as a TCP client to the IPaddress and port entered in the

TCP Client IP and TCP Client Port fields.

l UDP - Enables the transceiver as a UDP terminal server using the port number entered in the

UDP Local Port parameter.

l Multicast - Allows a one-to-many connection from the MultiPoint Gateway’s serial port to the

interested MultiPoint Repeaters’ and/or Endpoints’ serial ports.

4. Click Save/Apply to save the changes before moving away from the page.

Disabling Serial Ports

If a serial port on the transceiver is not used, you can disable it. If both ports are disabled, the Basic IPSetup for the transceiver still works through Port 1.

To disable a serial port in Tool Suite:

1. Open Tool Suite and connect to the transceiver you want to set.

2. Ensure the Configuration application is displayed and clickRead Radio to read the transceiver's current settings.

3. Click the serial port tab for the port you want to set up.

4. Ensure the following fields are set to Disabled:

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l TCP Client Enable

l UDP/Multicast Enable

5. Select a Tool Suite program option to send the changes to the transceiver. For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual available on the User Manual and System

Tools CD or by selecting File > Help in the Tool Suite software.

To disable a serial port in the configuration Web pages:

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages. For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click the serial port you want to configure to display that serial port's page.

3. In the Mode field, select Disabled.

4. Click Save/Apply to save the changes before moving away from the page.

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If you select to use either serial port as a TCPServer, you can also enable that port to be an alarm client. To enable the port as an alarm client, set the Utilize as Alarm field to Enabled (select Enable Alarm Client check box on the Serial Setup configuration Web page). In addition, you also need to set the following parameters to determine what constitutes and alarm and the action the transceiver takes when in an alarm state.

l Alarm IP &Port - Described on next page.

l Drop Link - Described on page 43

l Alarm Retry Limits (Attempts) - Described on page 43.

l TCP Server Inactivity Timeout - Described on page 47.

Viewing a Serial Port's Status

Note: You can view a serial port's status only through the Web Configuration pages.

For each serial port on the transceiver you can view status information.

1. Access the radio's configuration Web pages.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click either Serial Setup 1 or Serial Setup 2, depending on the port for which you want to view status information.

3. Click Serial Port Status at the bottom of the page to display the Serial Port Status window.

This page updates every 5 seconds. Click Refresh at the bottom of the page to manually refresh the page.

The following status information is available for each serial port.

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Ethernet (Rx and Tx)

The amount of data received (rx) and transmitted (tx) from the terminal server to the port. Received data indicates data received on the transceiver from the serial port. Transmitted data indicates data sent from the transceiver out the serial port. This amount is listed in bytes.

Serial (Rx and Tx)

The amount of data received (rx) and transmitted (tx) from the serial port. Received data indicates data coming from the connected device into the serial port. Transmitted data indicates data sent out the serial port to the connected device. This amount is listed in bytes.

Status

The current status of the Terminal Server. For example, Waiting, Connected, and so on.

Serial Port Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the serial port parameters that you can set for the transceivers described in this manual.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

your network.

The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

Alarm IP & Port

Note: Available only in the Serial Setup configuration Web page.

Web Parameter: Alarm IP& Port in the TCP Server Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid IPaddress and any valid port number between 0 and 65535.

Description: The IP address and TCP port number the transceiver connects to when it

becomes a client per the Utilize as Alarm setting. Enter the IP address in the field to the left of the colon. Enter the TCP port number to the right of the colon.

For more information about setting up alarm clients, see "Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client" on page 41.

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Alarm Retry Limit (Attempts)

Web Parameter: Alarm Retry Limit in the TCP Server Settings of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0

Options: Any number of retry attempts.There is no limit.

Description: The number of times the transceiver attempts to create an outgoing TCP

connection when acting as an alarm client (when the Utilize For Alarm parameter is set to Enabled).

When the transceiver reaches the number of retries listed in this setting without a successful connection, it stops trying and acts as if no alarm was received. The incoming data is flushed from the transceiver’s data buffer. If new incoming data is received, the transceiver attempts to connect again. A setting of 0 means that the transceiver continuously tries to connect to the alarm server until the transceiver is rebooted.

For more information about setting up alarm clients, see "Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client" on page 41.

Drop Link

Web Parameter: Maintain/Drop Link in the TCP Server Settings section of the SerialSetup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling Drop Link causes the outgoing connection to the address set in the

Alarm IP & Port field to drop as soon as the serial data is sent. Disabling Drop Link keeps the connection to the remote IP address and port number

active until the transceiver is rebooted or the server side drops the link.

For more information about setting up alarm clients, see "Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client" on page 41.

Multicast IP

Web Parameter: Multicast Address & Port in the Multicast Settings section of the Serial

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid multicast address from 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255.

Description: The IP address used for Multicast if the serial port is set to Multicast mode. In

a MultiPoint Gateway, this is the sending address. In MultiPoint Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters, this is the address they register interest in.

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In the configuration Web pages, enter the IP address in the field to the left of the colon. Enter the port number in the field to the right of the colon.

Multicast Port

Web Parameter: Multicast Address & Port in the Multicast Settings section of the Serial

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid port number between 0 and 65535.

Description: The port used if the serial port is set to Multicast mode.

In the configuration Web pages, enter the IP address in the field to the left of the colon. Enter the port number in the field to the right of the colon.

Serial Baud Rate

Web Parameter Baud Rate in the Serial Setting section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 19200

Options: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200

Description: The actual baud rate for the transceiver’s data port. This setting is the

communication rate between the transceiver and the instrument to which it is connected, and is independent of the baud rate for the other transceivers in the network. It is also independent of the other serial port on the transceiver. Set the baud rate to the highest level supported by the device to which it is connected. With a poor radio link, however, this may actually result in slower data communications. For example, a pair of transceivers may be used in an application to send data from remote process instrumentation to the engineer's computer. In this application, the baud rate for the transceiver on the instrumentation might be set to 9600, and the transceiver on the engineer's computer might be set to 57,600.

Serial CD Mode

Web Parameter: CD Mode in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Normal

Options: l Normal - CD is asserted when a TCP connection to the associated port is

made, and de-asserted when the TCP connection is closed. Most serial devices use this option.

l Keyed - CD asserts 500 µs before transmit, and de-asserts 1 ms after the

transmission of the first bit of the last byte of data. This option should be used with serial devices that require the CD line to be asserted prior to the

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Description: Controls the function of the CD line on the serial port.

Serial Data Bits

Web Parameter: Data Bits in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Support page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 8

Options: 5, 6, 7, 8

Description: The number of data bits the serial port sends. This setting should match the

number of data bits the connected device requires or is set to.

Serial Flow Control

Web Parameter: Flow Control in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: None

Options: l None - Uses software flow control (XON / XOFF).

l Hardware - Uses hardware flow control (RTS / CTS).

Description: Indicates whether hardware flow control is used on the serial port.

Serial Interface

Web Page: Interface in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: RS232

Options: RS232, RS485, RS422

Description: The serial protocol the serial port uses. This protocol should match the

protocol the connected device requires. For pinout information, see "RS422 and RS485 Full Duplex Pinouts" on page 96.

Serial Modbus RTU

Web Parameter Modbus RTU in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Enabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Adjusts for Modbus RTU timing. When enabled, the transceiver gathers data

on the serial port until there is a break in the data due to Modbus RTU timing (every 256 bytes). The data is then sent as one TCP packet.

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Setting this option is recommended for any serial data that consist of many small packets of data.

Serial Parity

Web Parameter: Parity in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: None

Options: None, Even, Odd

Description: The parity type the serial port uses. This type should match the parity the

connected device requires.

Stop Bits

Web Page: Stop Bits in the Serial Settings section of the Serial Setup page

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 1

Options: 1, 2

Description: The number of stop bits the serial port sends. This number should match the

number of stop bits the connected device requires.

TCP Client Enable

Web Parameter: Mode in the Terminal Server Configuration section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling this parameter sets the operating mode of the transceiver's terminal

server to TCP Client. Your selection determines which other parameters are available for the serial port. Upon booting up, the radio creates a persistent outgoing TCP connection to the TCPClient IPand TCP Client Port. Any data sent to the associated serial port on the transceiver is automatically directed to the entered IP address and port number.

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TCP Client IP

Web Parameter IPAddress & Port in the TCPClient Settings section of the Serial Setup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid IP address.

Description: The IP address the transceiver creates a connection to on boot-up, when the

transceiver is set to TCP Client mode. In the configuration Web page, enter the IP address to the left of the colon and the TCP port number in the box to the right of the colon.

TCP Client Port

Web Parameter IPAddress & Port in the TCPClient Settings section of the Serial Setup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0000

Options: Any valid port number between 0 and 65335.

Description: The port number the transceiver creates a connection to on boot-up, when the

transceiver is set to TCP Client mode. In the configuration Web page, enter the IP address to the left of the colon and the TCP port number in the box to the right of the colon.

TCP Server Enable

Web Parameter: Mode in the Terminal Server Configuration section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling this parameter sets the operating mode of the transceiver's terminal

server to TCP Server. Your selection determines which other parameters are available for the serial port.

TCPServer Inactivity Timeout

Web Parameter: Inactivity Timeout in the TCPServer Settings of the SerialSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 10

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Options: Any number of seconds.

Description: Controls how long, in seconds, an incoming TCP connection must be idle (that

is, no data being transferred) before the transceiver drops the connection.

A setting of 0 means that the transceiver never disconnects an idle connection—all disconnects need to come from the client.

Note: In some RTUs, after the RTU is connected to the transceiver as a client, the RTU does not properly disconnect the TCP session. To help overcome this potential behavior of some RTUs, FreeWave recommends setting Inactivity Timeout to 10.

TCPServer Port

Web Parameter: Port in the TCP Server Settings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid TCP port between 0 and 65535.

Description: The TCP port the transceiver listens to for incoming TCP connections.

UDP Local IP Port

Web Parameter: Local IP Port in the UDPSettings section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0000

Options: Any valid IP port number between 0 and 65535.

Description: The UDP port the transceiver listens to for connections when the

UDP/Multicast parameter is set to Enabled.

UDP Power Up IP

Web Parameter Power UP Dest. IP & Port in the UDPSettings section of the SerialSetup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid multicast address from 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255.

Description: When the serial port is set to UDP mode, enter the IPaddress where the

transceiver sends any serial data coming into its serial port.

In the configuration Web pages, enter the IP address in the field to the left of the colon. Enter the port number in the field to the right of the colon.

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UDP Power Up Port

Web Parameter Power UP Dest. IP & Port in the UDPSettings section of the SerialSetup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0000

Options: Any valid port number between 0 and 65535.

Description: The port used if the serial port is set to UDP mode.

In the configuration Web pages, enter the IP address in the field to the left of the colon. Enter the port number in the field to the right of the colon.

UDP/Multicast Enable

Web Parameter: Mode in the Terminal Server Configuration section of the Serial Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables the transceiver as a UDP terminal server using the port number entered in the

UDP Local Port parameter or as a multicast if the Use as Multicast parameter is also enabled.

If using as a UDP terminal server, the port number entered in the UDP Local Port parameter is the UDP port that the transceiver listens to for requests. After a request comes into that port, the transceiver sends any incoming serial data to the IP address of the requesting device. The transceiver continues doing so until a new device makes a request on that UDP port. The transceiver always sends the serial data to the address of the last successful requesting device.

A multicast is a one-to-many connection from the MultiPoint Gateway’s serial port to the interested MultiPoint Repeaters’ and/or Endpoints’ serial ports.

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In a MultiPoint Gateway radio, selecting multicast causes the transceiver to act as an IP Multicast Sender on the Multicast address and port.

Utilize For Alarm

Web Parameter: Enable Alarm Client check box on the Serial Setup configuration Web page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enabling the Utilize For Alarm parameter enables the port as an alarm client.

The transceiver acts as a terminal server on the port specified in the Port field. If there is no current TCP connection to this port and serial data is received on the local serial port, the transceiver becomes a client and makes a connection to the IP address and port number specified in the Alarm IP & Port field.

For more information about setting up the alarm client, see "Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client" on page 41.

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Use the settings on the Radio Setup tab or Radio Setup configuration Web page to set the general functioning of the transceiver. Within Radio Setup, you can set the following parameter types:

l Operation Mode - Designates the mode the transceiver uses to communicate and the network

type.

l Transmission Characteristics - Transmission characteristics, such as the Frequency Key and

the packet size parameters, are for advanced users only. You must understand the principles of radio data transmission to change these parameters.

l Point-to-Point - The Transmit Rate and the Call Book are mainly for use in a Point-to-Point

network. For information about setting up the transceiver's Call Book, see "About the Call Book" on page 66.

l MultiPoint Parameters - A Point-to-MultiPoint network requires that several parameters are set

consistently on all transceivers in the network. This includes RF Data Rate, Min and Max Packet Size, and Frequency Key. If several independent MultiPoint networks are to be located in close proximity, the planning becomes more critical. In such cases, it becomes very important to include as much frequency and time diversity as possible through use of different Frequency Keys and Packet Sizes.

In a Point-to-Point network, the Gateway determines all settings in an Endpoint or Repeater, except for the Transmit Power and Retry Timeout. All other settings in a Point-to-Point network are determined by the Gateway's settings.

Important: Changes made to the transceiver settings in this tab can cause the

transceivers to lose communication with the Gateway and MultiPoint Repeaters. Use caution if you are making global changes using the Global Change function.

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Radio Setup Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the radio setup parameters that you can set for the transceivers described in this document.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

your network.

The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

Addressed Repeat

Note: This setting must match between the Gateway and all Repeaters.

Web Parameter: Addressed Repeat in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the RadioSetup

page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: 3

Options: Any number between 0 and 9.

Description: In a MultiPoint network where the Repeaters parameter is set to Disabled,

most packets from the Gateway are addressed to a specific MAC address. This addressing allows the destination device to send an acknowledgement back to the Gateway that the packet was received successfully.

The Addressed Repeat setting determines the maximum number of times the Gateway repeats its data packet if it does not receive an acknowledgement from the destination device. This repeat is a “smart” repeat—the Gateway only repeats its data if it does not receive an acknowledgement.

Changing this setting to a higher number can increase the reliability of weaker transceiver links while keeping the maximum possible throughput for that link.

In Endpoints, this setting determines how many times the Endpoint retries a packet of addressed data before taking the action set in the Slave Connect Odds parameter.

Broadcast Repeat

Note: This setting must match between the Gateway and all Repeaters.

Web Parameter: Broadcast Repeat in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the Radio Setup

page.

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Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: 3

Options: Any number between 0 and 9.

Description: In a MultiPoint network, Endpoints do not acknowledge transmissions from

the Gateway that are addressed for broadcast MAC addresses. If Endpoints did acknowledge all broadcast MAC address transmissions, in a large network the Gateway would soon become overwhelmed with acknowledgments from the Endpoints.

Without acknowledgements, there is not 100% confidence that every Endpoint has received every packet. To address this issue, you can modify the Broadcast Repeat parameter, assigning a value between 0 (the packet is transmitted once) to 9 (the packet is transmitted 10 times).

For networks with solid RF links, this parameter should be set to a low value such as 1 or 2. If a network has some weak or marginal links, it should be set to higher values. If an Endpoint receives a good packet from a Gateway more than once, it discards the repeated packets. Similarly, after a MultiPoint Repeater receives a good packet from the Gateway more than once, it discards any further repeated packets. In turn, the Repeater sends the packet out to the next Repeater or Endpoint(s) the number of times corresponding to its own Broadcast Repeat setting. Increasing the Broadcast Repeat setting increases the probability of a packet getting through.

In a network that contains transceivers set as a Repeater, all packets from the Gateway are considered broadcast MAC address packets. Increasing the Broadcast Repeat setting in this type of network increases the probability of a packet getting through, but it also increases latency and decreases Gateway-to-Repeater and Gateway-to-Endpoint throughput in the network because each packet from the Gateway or Repeater is being sent multiple times. Therefore, it is important to find the optimal mix between network robustness, throughput, and latency. In general, a setting of 2 to 3 works well for most well designed networks.

In Endpoints, this setting determines how many times the Endpoint retries a packet of broadcast data before taking the action set in the Slave Connect Odds parameter.

Note: The Broadcast Repeat may be set to 0 in the Gateway if the software is

capable of or requires acknowledgment. In this case, if the Gateway sends a packet that the Endpoint does not receive, the software controls the retries, as needed.

Broadcast Repeat in MultiPoint Networks with Repeaters

The Broadcast Repeat parameter must also be set in MultiPoint Repeaters because a Repeater appears as a Gateway to an Endpoint. Therefore, the Repeater sends the packet out the number of times corresponding to its own Broadcast Repeat parameter setting. If this parameter is set improperly, the reliability of the overall network may be diminished.

For example, if a Gateway's Broadcast Repeat setting is 3, the link between the Gateway and Repeater should be robust. If the Repeater's Broadcast Repeat is set to 0, this could cause marginal communications between the Repeater and the Endpoints. The Endpoints communicating through this Repeater only receives the initial packet from the Gateway with no repeats. Therefore, if the packet is not received on the first try, the Endpoint does not respond as expected. This setting should never be set higher on a Repeater than on its Gateway.

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Frequency Key

Web Parameter: Frequency Key in the TransmissionCharacteristics section of the Radio

Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 5

Options: Any number between 0 to 9, or any letter between A to E.

Description: Modifies the hopping patterns of the transceiver. There are 15 choices

available for the Frequency Key setting representing 15 different pseudorandom hop patterns. These hopping patterns minimize the interference with other FreeWave transceivers operating in the area.

For example, if there were 10 pairs of FreeWave transceivers operating on different networks in close proximity, setting a different Frequency Key value for each pair reduces the chance that transceivers hop to the same frequency at the same time. If two networks were to hop to the same frequency by chance, the next hop would be to a different frequency for both networks.

Additional network separation can be gained by adjusting the Max and Min Packet Size settings.

Frequency Zones

Note: Any Endpoint or Endpoint/Repeater takes its Frequency Zone settings from the

Gateway, regardless of network type. Therefore, Frequency Zones should only be changed in the Gateway.

Web Parameter: Zones in the Transmission Characteristics section of the Radio Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: All selected

Options: See description below.

Description: Divides the available band (902 MHz to 928 MHz) into smaller bands—in this

case 16 smaller bands each consisting of 7 or 8 frequency channels. In Tool Suite, click the Frequency Zones button on the Radio Setup tab to display the 16 zones available. In the configuration Web page, the zones are listed in the Zones field on the Radio Setup page. The zones listed are in MHz.

Select the check box next to the zone to enable it. A blank, or deselected check box, indicates the transceiver does not use that frequency.

The transceiver requires at least one zone active to operate. If all Frequency Zones are deselected, the transceiver operates as if all zones were selected.

Network ID

Web Parameter: Network ID in the MultiPoint Parameters section of theRadio Setup page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

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Default Setting: 255

Options: Any number between 0 and 4095.

Description: Use the Network ID to establish MultiPoint networks without using the Call

Book. To enable the Network ID, the value must be set between 0 and 4095 (excluding 255). Since the Network ID does not use serial numbers, MultiPoint Gateways and Repeaters may be replaced without reprogramming all of the Endpoints in the network. An Endpoint links with the first Gateway or Endpoint that it hears that has a matching Network ID. The Network ID function should be used in conjunction with the SubNet ID feature, if necessary.

Without having the serial numbers in the Call Book, an Endpoint may establish communications with different Gateways, though not at the same time. This is useful in mobile MultiPoint applications.

FreeWave recommends a Network ID of four characters. For example, the last four digits of the Gateway's serial number.

Master Tx Beacon

Note: This setting needs to be the same in every Gateway, Repeater, and Endpoint.

Web Parameter: Master Tx Beacon in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the Radio Setup

page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: 1

Options: Any number between 1 and 9.

Description: Controls the Gateway's duty-cycle during idle times. By default, the Gateway

transmits every frame, whether there is “payload” data or not. Selecting a number larger than 1 causes the Gateway to skip that number of transmit frames when it has no other data to send. This skip can reduce the power usage from the Gateway during idle times. If data does come into the Gateway, the Gateway transmits that data regardless of this setting.

Note: In a network that has the Repeaters parameter set to Enabled, this setting must be set to 1.

Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size

Note: In MultiPoint networks, the Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size must be set

identically in all transceivers. In Point-to-Point networks the Gateway’s settings take precedence over the Endpoint.

Web Parameter: Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size in the TransmissionCharacteristics

section of the Radio Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Max Packet Size = 9

Min Packet Size = 1

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Options: Any number between 0 and 9.

Description: The Max and Min Packet Size settings and the RF Data Rate determine the

number of bytes in the packets. Throughput can be enhanced when packet sizes are optimized. In Point-to-Point mode, the Max and Min Packet Size settings do not have material impact on throughput unless a data rate of 92 kbps is desired. However, this may have an impact on latency. For example, if small amounts of data are sent and large packet sizes are selected, there would be a certain amount of time “wasted” between each packet.

The following table defines the minimum packet size (in bytes) by way of charting the Min Packet Size setting versus the RF Data Rate setting. Using the default settings, the actual minimum packet size for the transceivers, in bytes, is 21 in the FGR2-PE.

Minimum Packet Size Definition

Min

Setting

Min Packet Size (bytes)

RF Data rate = 154 kbps

Min Packet Size (bytes)

RF Data Rate = 115 kbps

0 15 8

1 21 12

2 26 16

3 31 20

4 37 24

5 42 28

6 47 32

7 53 36

8 58 40

9 63 44

The following table defines the maximum packet size (in bytes) by way of charting the Min Packet Size setting versus the Max Packet Size setting where the RF Data Rate is set to 154 kbps. Using the default settings, the actual maximum packet size, in bytes, is 213.

Maximum Packet Size Definition with RFData Rate of 154 kbps (in bytes)

Max Setting (blank area = not recommended)

Min

Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

0 165 186 207

1 170 191 213

2 154 175 197 218

3 159 181 202 223

4 165 186 207 229

5 170 191 213 234

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Maximum Packet Size Definition with RFData Rate of 154 kbps (in bytes)

Max Setting (blank area = not recommended)

Min

Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

6 154 175 197 218 239

7 159 181 202 223 245

8 165 186 207 229 250

9 170 191 213 234 255

Referencing the default settings, the Gateway transmits up to 213 bytes on every hop. If fewer than 213 bytes are transmitted by the Gateway, the balance is allocated to the Endpoint's transmission, plus the quantity in the Min Packet Size setting. For example, if a Gateway transmits 100 bytes, the Endpoint then has a total of 134 bytes available [113 (“leftover bytes”) + 21 (Min packet size)].

Maximum Packet Size Definition with RF Data Rate of 115 kbps (in bytes)

Max Setting (blank area = not recommended)

Min Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

0 88 104 120 136 152

1 92 108 124 140 156

2 80 96 112 128 144 160

3 84 100 116 132 148 164

4 88 104 120 136 152 168

5 92 108 124 140 156 172

6 80 96 112 128 144 160 176

7 84 100 116 132 148 164 180

8 88 104 120 136 152 168 184

9 92 108 124 140 156 172 188

The above table defines the maximum packet size (in bytes) by way of charting the Min Packet Size setting versus the Max Packet Size setting where the RF Data Rate is set to 115 kbps.

Maximum Packet Size Definition with RF Data Rate of 864 kbps (in bytes)

Max Setting (blank area = not recommended)

Min Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

0 114 134 154 174 194

1 119 139 157 179 199

2 124 144 164 184 204

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Maximum Packet Size Definition with RF Data Rate of 864 kbps (in bytes)

Max Setting (blank area = not recommended)

Min Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

3 129 149 169 189 209

4 114 134 154 174 194 214

5 119 139 159 179 199 219

6 124 144 164 184 204 224

7 129 149 169 189 209 229

8 114 134 154 174 194 214 234

9 119 139 159 179 199 219 239

Modem Mode

Web Parameter Modem Mode in the Operation Mode section of the Radio Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Endpoint

Options: See below

Description: The Network Type and Modem Mode options designate the method

FreeWave transceivers use to communicate with each other. FreeWave Ethernet transceivers operate in a Gateway-to-Endpoint configuration. Before the transceivers can operate together, they must be set up to properly communicate.

In a standard configuration, the Gateway mode should be used on the end which will be connected to the LAN. When setting up the transceiver, remember that a number of parameters are controlled by the settings in the Gateway. Therefore, deploying the Gateway on the communications end where it is easier to access is strongly advised

This field is hidden in the configuration Web page when Global Changes are enabled. For more information, see "Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers" on page 21.

Operation Mode Description

Point-to-Point Gateway Designates the transceiver as the Gateway in Point-to-Point mode. The

Gateway may call any or all Endpoints designated in its Call Book.

A quick method of identifying a Gateway is to power the transceiver. Prior to establishing a communication link with an Endpoint or Repeater, all three of the Gateway’s lower LEDs (CD, TX, CTS) are solid red.

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Operation Mode Description

Point-to-Point Endpoint Designates the transceiver as an Endpoint in Point-to-Point mode. The

Endpoint communicates with any Gateway in its Call Book—either directly or through up to four Repeaters. When functioning as an Endpoint, the Entry to Call feature in the transceiver’s Call Book is not operational.

MultiPoint Gateway Designates the transceiver as a Gateway in MultiPoint mode. This mode

allows one Gateway transceiver to simultaneously be in communication with numerous Endpoints and Repeaters. A MultiPoint Gateway communicates only with other transceivers designated as MultiPoint Endpoints or MultiPoint Repeaters.

MultiPoint Endpoint Designates the transceiver as an Endpoint in MultiPoint mode. This mode

allows the Endpoint to communicate with a MultiPoint Gateway. The Endpoint may communicate with its Gateway through one or more Repeaters.

Point-to-Point Repeater (Single RadioRepeater)

MultiPoint Repeater (Single Radio Repeater)

FreeWave allows the use of up to four Repeaters in a Point-to-Point communications link, significantly extending the operating range. When designated as a Point-to-Point Repeater, a transceiver behaves as a pass-through link. All settings for the Call Book, baud rates, and radio transmission characteristics are disabled. A Repeater connects with any Gateway that calls it. The Repeater must be set up properly in the Gateway's Call Book.

Note: This operation mode should be used when operating the radio as a terminal server only (no RF connectivity).

Adding a Repeater to the network results in over 50% less throughput in your network.

In Point-to-Point mode, the Repeater is not an Endpoint/Repeater. You must also set the Call Book in Point-to-Point mode. For more information, see "About the Call Book" on page 66

Allows the transceiver to operate as an Endpoint/Repeater in a MultiPoint network. Some advanced features of the transceiver do not operate in networks containing Repeaters. FreeWave does not recommend the use of single-radio Repeaters.

Adding a Repeater to the radio network results in over 50% less throughput in your network.

Any Repeater in a Point-to-MultiPoint network is an Endpoint/Repeater. Set either the Call Book, as described in "Network ID" on page 54.

Network Type

Web Page: Network Type in the Operation Mode section of the Radio Setup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Point-to-Point

Options: MultiPoint, Point-to-Point

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Description: Indicates the type of network the transceiver resides in. This selection and the

selection in the Modem Mode field, determine the operation mode of the transceiver, for example, a Point-to-Point Gateway. For descriptions of each network type and modem mode combination, see "Modem Mode" on page 58.

This field is hidden in the configuration Web page when Global Changes are enabled. For more information, see "Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers" on page 21.

Repeaters

Note: This parameter needs to be set in the Gateway radio only.

Web Parameter: Repeaters in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the Radio Setup page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: In a MultiPoint network, it is critical to transmission timing to configure this

parameter correctly. Set to Disabled if there are no Repeaters in the network and Enabled if any number of Repeaters exist in the network.

Many advanced features of the Plus-style transceiver are restricted in networks where the Repeaters parameter is Enabled. For best operation, FreeWave does not recommend the use of single-radio Repeaters.

Retry Timeout

Note: While intended primarily for MultiPoint networks, the Retry Time Out parameter

may also be modified in Point-to-Point networks. However, the value in Point-toPoint mode should not be set to less than 151.

Web Parameter: Retry Timeout in theTransmissionCharacteristics section of the

RadioSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 255

Options: Any number between 0 and 255 in MultiPoint networks.

Any number between 151 and 255 in Point-to-Point networks.

Description: The Retry Time Out parameter in an Endpoint or Repeater sets the delay the

unit waits before dropping the connection to a Gateway or Repeater in MultiPoint mode. The maximum setting means that if 1 packet in 255 is received successfully by that transceiver, the link is maintained. The minimum setting is 8, which allows an Endpoint or Repeater to drop a connection if less than 1 in 8 consecutive packets is successfully received from the Gateway.

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The Retry Time Out parameter is useful when a MultiPoint network has a

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roving Gateway or Endpoint(s). As the link gets weaker, a lower setting allows a poor link to break in search of a different link.

Note: FreeWave recommends setting the Retry Time Out to 20 in areas where

several FreeWave networks exist. This setting allows Endpoints and Repeaters to drop the connection if the link becomes too weak, while at the same time prevents errant disconnects due to interference from neighboring networks.

RF Data Rate

Note: In MultiPoint networks, the RF Data Rate must be set identically in all

transceivers. Any transceiver with an RF Data Rate different from the Gateway will not establish a link.

In Point-to-Point networks, the Gateway’s settings take precedence over the Endpoint.

Web Parameter: RF Data Rate in the TransmissionCharacteristics section of the Radio Setup

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 154 kbps

Options: 115 kbps, 154 kbps

Description: RF Data Rate should not be confused with the serial port Baud Rate. Use a

setting of 154 kbps when the transceivers are close together and data throughput needs to be optimized. A setting of 154 kbps must also be used when the full throughput of 92 kbps is necessary.

A setting of 115 kbps should be used when the transceivers are farther away and a solid data link is preferred over data throughput.

The maximum available throughput in an FGR2-PE is:

l ≈70 kbps at an RF Data Rate of 115 kbps

l ≈92 kbps at an RF Data Rate of 154 kbps

Slave Attempts

Web Parameter: Slave Connect Odds in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the Radio

Setup page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: 9

Options: Any number between 1 and 15.

Description: This setting, in conjunction with the Slave Connect Odds parameter controls

how the Endpoint retries sending its data when it fails to receive a connection acknowledgement from the Gateway. This setting is important in larger networks to help manage contention over connecting to the Gateway. The

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higher the Slave Connect Odds setting, the more persistent that Endpoint will be in attempting to acquire the Gateway’s connection.

This setting is a chance out of a total of 15. For example, a setting of 1 means the radio has a 1 in 15 chance (6.66…%), and a setting of 9 means a 9 in 15 chance (60%). At each slot the Gateway is available, the Endpoint “rolls the dice” to see if it retries connecting with the Gateway. If the radio retries and still cannot connect with the Gateway, the cycle starts again. The odds determination (the “dice roll”) can happen an unlimited number of times. The maximum number of connection retries are determined by the Endpoint’s Broadcast Repeats and Addressed Repeats setting. After the Endpoint has tried reconnecting with the Gateway for the number of Broadcast Repeats or Addressed Repeats (depending on the specific packet type), the Endpoint then takes the action listed Slave Connect Odds parameter (second drop-down in the Web Page).

Slave Connect Odds

Web Parameter: Salve Connect Odds in the MultiPoint Parameters section of the

RadioSetup page.

Network Type: MultiPoint

Default Setting: Drop Data

Options: l Drop Data - The Endpoint throws away the current data it failed to send.

The pattern begins again upon receipt of new data.

l Drop Link - The Endpoint drops its link with the Gateway or Repeater for a

brief amount of time and then re-links.

l Try Forever - The Endpoint waits a brief amount of time before starting

again with the data retries. It keeps retrying the same packet of data until it succeeds.

Description: Controls how the Endpoint retries sending its data when it fails to receive a

connection acknowledgement from the Gateway. This can happen when multiple Endpoints are in contention for the Gateway’s connection at the same time.

Note: In Tool Suite, set the odds that an Endpoint retires the connection on the Gateway’s next available slot in the Slave Attempts parameter. In the configuration Web page, the number in the first drop-down box in the Slave Connect Odds parameter indicates the odds that an Endpoint retries the connection on the Gateway’s next available slot.

Subnet ID

Web Parameter: Subnet ID (RX) and Subnet ID (TX) in the MultiPoint Parameters section of

the RadioSetup page.

Network Type: MultiPoint using the Network ID option

Default Setting: F, F

Options: Any number between 0 and 9 or letter between A and F.

Description: In a MultiPoint Network with a Subnet ID (RX) of F and a Subnet ID (TX) of

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F, an Endpoint or Repeater connects with the first Repeater or Gateway that it hears with the same Network ID. There are scenarios, however, where communications need to be forced to follow a specific path. Subnet ID is particularly helpful to force two Repeaters in the same network to operate in series rather than in parallel, or, if desired, to force Endpoints to communicate to a specific Repeater for load balancing purposes.

Two components exist with regard to the Subnet ID:

l Subnet ID (RX) - This setting identifies which transceiver a Repeater or Endpoint listens to.

l Subnet ID (TX) - This setting identifies the ID on which this device transmits, and in turn which

devices listen to it. The Subnet ID (TX) parameter is relevant for MultiPoint Gateways and Repeaters only.

The default (disabled) setting for both Subnet ID (RX) and Subnet ID (TX) is F, which is a good visual way to indicate that the device is the final in the line and does not use a subnet ID.

In some MultiPoint Networks, the Frequency Key will be at the same setting for all transceivers. In other networks, where parallel Repeaters are introduced, the Frequency Key value needs to change. For more information, see "Frequency Key" on page 54.

If both the Subnet ID (RX) and the Subnet ID (TX) settings are set to 0, this is known as Roaming mode. This setting allows a mobile Endpoint to roam from subnet to subnet and possibly from network to network.

Subnet ID Example

The following drawing shows a network in which subnet IDs are used to force communications. In this example:

l Repeater1 must talk directly to the Gateway

l Repeater2 must talk directly to Repeater1

l Endpoints 1, 2, and 3 are forced along the direction of the solid lines

l Endpoint4 may link to the first Gateway or Repeater it hears. (Rx, Tx)

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The following table shows the subnet IDs for the above example:

Subnet

Transceiver

(RX)

Subnet

ID (TX) Other Information

Gateway F F The Gateway uses 0,0.

Gateway 0-F 0-F The Subnet ID (TX) value may be set in the Gateway.

The default settings (F, F) actually use 0, 0. The Subnet ID (RX) on the Gateway has no effect on the network.

Repeater 1 0 1 A 0 forces the transceiver to link only to the Gateway.

Repeater 2 1 2 SubnetID (RX) = 1 forces communication through

Repeater1. Repeater1 transmits on SubnetID 1.

Endpoint 1 0 F SubnetID (RX) = 0 forces communication through Gate-

way.

Endpoint 2 1 F SubnetID (RX) = 1 forces communication through

Repeater1.

Endpoint 3 2 F SubnetID (RX) = 2 forces communication through

Repeater2

Endpoint 4 0 0 The 0, 0 setting allows the Endpoint to link with the first

Gateway or Repeater it hears with the correct Network ID.

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Transmit Power

Web Parameter: Transmit Power in the Transmission Characteristics section of the

RadioSetup page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 10

Options: Any number between 0 and 10.

Description: Sets the output power of the transceiver. A setting of 10 is approximately 1 W

of output power in a Plus-style radio.

Setting Power ( in mW)

0 5

1 10

2 35

3 80

4 140

5 230

6 330

7 480

8 600

9 800

10 1000

Transmit Rate

Web Parameter: Transmit Rate in the Point-to-Point Parameters section of the RadioSetup

page.

Network Type: Point-to-Point

Default Setting: Normal

Options: l Normal - Use for normal transceiver operation.

l Diagnostic - Use to qualitatively gauge signal strength in Point-to-Point

mode. In Point-to-Point operation, a Transmit Rate of Diagnostic should be used only as a diagnostic tool and not for normal operation.

Description: When set to Diagnostics, the transceivers transmits back and forth

continuously, whether or not the transceivers have received any actual data.The strength of the signal may be gauged by the Clear to Send (CTS) LED. A solid red CTS LED indicates a strong signal; a blinking CTS LED indicates a weaker signal.

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About the Call Book

The Call Book is required in Point-to-Point networks. While the Call Book is an option in Point-to-MultiPoint networks, FreeWave strongly recommends using the Network ID feature in most applications. The instructions provided in this section are for Point-to-Point mode only. Use of the Call Book for MultiPoint networks is explained later in this chapter.

Using the Call Book offers both security and flexibility in determining how FreeWave transceivers communicate with each other.

You must set the following for two FreeWave transceivers to communicate in Point-to-Point mode:

1. The Gateway's serial number must be listed in the Endpoint's Call Book (Endpoint column).

2. The Endpoint's serial number must be listed in the Gateway's Call Book (Endpoint column).

3. The Gateway must be programmed to call the Endpoint (Entry to Call option).

The Call Book allows you to incorporate up to 10 FreeWave transceivers, designate 1 to 4 Repeaters to use with each transceiver, and designate which Endpoint the Gateway calls. To set the Entry to Call option, select the number in the Entry to Call field, select All to direct the Gateway to call all Endpoints.

If a Call Book entry uses 3 or 4 Repeaters, then the total number of available Endpoint entries is reduced, as an extra Call Book line would be in use for Repeaters #3 and #4. To set the Entry to Call option, select the appropriate Entry number in the Entry to Call drop-down menu.

It is important that the Call Book slots (0-9) are filled sequentially starting with slot 0. When a Gateway is instructed to Call All, it calls all Endpoints listed until it reaches the first serial number of 000-0000 (or a blank slot). If a serial number is entered after the all zero number or as a Repeater, the Gateway does not recognize it as a valid number.

To call an Endpoint through one or more Repeaters, that Endpoint must be called individually. The line containing the Endpoint and Repeaters must be specifically selected in Entry to Call. With Call All selected, the Gateway will not connect with any Endpoints through Repeaters. This is because, when Call All is selected, the Gateway calls every Endpoint in the list and will connect with the first Endpoint that responds. When calling through a Repeater, the Gateway must first call that Repeater and establish a communication link with it prior to making contact with the Endpoint.

Programming Point-To-Point Extended Call Book to Use Three or Four Repeaters

In a Point-to-Point configuration, FreeWave transceivers can use up to four Repeaters. To use three or four Repeaters, program the Call Book with the Endpoint's serial number, followed by the first two Repeaters. On the next line enter 999-9999 as the transceiver to call. When prompted for the Repeaters enter the third and fourth Repeaters in the link.

The illustration below shows a Point-to-Point link where an Endpoint is called through four Repeaters. In this example the Gateway is calling the Endpoint, 571-3872, through Repeater 1, 901-1234, then Repeater 2,9100234, then Repeater 3, 571-3456, and finally Repeater 4, 571-4567. Entering the serial number 999-9999 in line 1 instructs the Gateway to continue calling through the Repeaters programmed on that line.

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To call an Endpoint through one or more Repeaters, that Endpoint must be called individually. With Call All selected, the Gateway will not connect with any Endpoints through Repeaters. The Gateway calls every Endpoint in the list and connects with the first Endpoint that responds. When calling through a Repeater, the Gateway must first call that Repeater and establish a communication link with it prior to making contact with the Endpoint.

Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Call Book

Note: FreeWave recommends using the Network ID feature instead of the Call Book

in a MultiPoint network. If the Network ID feature is used in a MultiPoint network, no entries are needed in the Call Book of any of the transceivers.

In a MultiPoint network, the Endpoints and Repeaters are not listed in the Gateway's Call Book. An Endpoint must have the Gateway and any Repeater it is going to use in its Call Book.

The following examples show the Call Books of a MultiPoint network comprised of a Gateway, Repeater, and Endpoint in which the Endpoint can communicate either through the Repeater or directly to the Gateway:

MultiPoint Master Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-1111)

Entry

(0) 000-0000

(1) 000-0000

No serial number entries are necessary in the Gateway’s Call Book.

MultiPoint Repeater Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-2222)

Entry

(0) 884-1111

(1) 000-0000

MultiPoint Slave Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-3333)

Endpoint Serial Number

Repeater 1 Repeater 2

Entry

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(0) 884-1111

(1) 884-2222

(2) 000-0000

At times, you may want to force an Endpoint to go through a specific MultiPoint Repeater. In this scenario, the Endpoint's Call Book should contain only the serial number for that Repeater as the entry on line 0.

Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Extended Call Book

In a MultiPoint network, an Endpoint can be programmed to roam between Gateways and Repeaters using the MultiPoint Extended Call Book function. An Endpoint with its Call Book configured as below communicates with any transceiver whose serial number appears in any of the three columns. Do the following to enable this functionality:

1. Set the Network ID to 255.

2. In the Call Book, enter 999-9999 as the last entry in the first and second columns.

3. In the Call Book, set Entry to Call to All.

To set the call book in Tool Suite:

1. In the Tool Suite Configuration application, select the device to program and click the (2) Call Book tab.

2. In the Number column in Row 0, enter the seven-digit serial number of the transceiver being called.

3. In the Repeater 1 column, enter Repeater 1’s seven-digit number. If no Repeaters are being used, leave the column empty.

4. In the Repeater 2 column, enter the second Repeater’s seven-digit number. If only one Repeater is being used, leave the column empty.

5. If Repeaters are being used, select the appropriate Entry to Call option in the Master's Call Book.

To apply the changes, select either the Quick or All icon. Tool Suite applies the changes to the transceiver.

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To set the Call Book in HyperTerminal:

1. Select (2) Call Book from the main Setup menu to display the following window:

2. Enter the number or letter associated with the option you want to select.

3. Enter the seven-digit serial number of the transceiver being called.

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4. The system prompts for Repeater 1’s serial number. If no Repeaters are being used, press Esc and continue with step 6. Otherwise, enter the 7-digit serial number of the Repeater.

5. The system prompts for Repeater 2’s serial number. Enter the 7-digit serial number of the second Repeater. If only one Repeater is being used, press Esc.

The system refreshes the transceiver’s Call Book menu with the new changes.

6. Press Esc to return to the Main menu.

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Chapter 6: Security Settings

Use the settings on the Security tab or Security configuration Web page to define elements that further enhance the security of your network and the data being passed within it. Typically, a system administrator addresses security parameters. Within the Security parameters, you can set the following security features:

l Remote Authentication Dial In Service (RADIUS) server information - Requires

authentication from Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters before being able to send or receive Ethernet data. The radios comply with the RADIUS standards set forth in RFC 2138.The authentication method used in Plus-style transceivers is PAP.

RADIUSauthentication allows control over which transceivers are allowed to communicate on the Ethernet network. Without authentication, an Endpoint or MultiPoint Repeater are not allowed to send or receive Ethernet data across its RF link.

l AESEncryption - Encodes the data in your network.

l MAC Filtering - Limits the addresses that can communicate with the transceiver through its

Ethernet port.

l System Logging - The system automatically writes events to a local system log. You cannot

disable this function, however, you can view the log at anytime. For more information, see "Viewing the System Log" on page 71.

l Miscellaneous Security Options - Additional security options allow you to disable the Ethernet

port on a transceiver, force viewing of the configuration Web pages through a secure protocol (HTTPS), and enabling a Gateway to transmit over the radio and not the Ethernet port when data is received from specific radios in the network.

Viewing the System Log

As activity happens on a Plus-style transceiver and within the configuration Web pages, the system logs the activity. For example, each time a user logs into the Web pages, the system makes an entry in the log, and

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each time a firmware upgrade is initiated, the system makes an entry in the log.

The system log time is pulled from the NTP server, if the NTP Client setting in the IPSetup parameters on page 33

1. Access the transceiver's configuration Web pages.

For more information, see "Accessing Configuration Web Pages" on page 19.

2. In the Pages menu on the left side, click Security to display the Security page.

3. In the Logging section at the bottom of the page, click View Log. The log file, formatted similar to the following, displays.

Security Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the security parameters that you can set for the transceivers described in this document.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

your network.

The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

AES Encryption Key

Note: The encryption key must be the same on every transceiver in the FreeWave

network.

Web Parameter Key in the AES Encryption section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

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Options: Any free form text up to 16 characters long.

Description: A user-defined encryption key for the 128-bit AES encryption.

128-bit AES encryption is always enabled, although the encryption key may be blank.

When changing the AES encryption key globally, first make the change on the MultiPoint Gateway. After the Gateway has been changed you can push the new key to the other transceivers. If not done in this order, this change can cause transceivers to lose connectivity with the Gateway for an extended period of time. For more information about global changes, see "Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers" on page 21.

Detach Local Ethernet

Web Parameter: Detach Local Eth in the Misc section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: If enabled, the physical Ethernet port on the transceiver is disabled. With this

setting enabled, the transceiver can only be contacted via the radio link.

Force SSL (https)

Web Parameter: Force SSL in the Misc section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: If enabled, redirects any HTTP requests to the configuration Web pages

through an HTTPS link using SSL. Web page performance is slower with this option enabled, due to the encryption requirements.

MAC Filter

Note: Available only in the Security configuration Web page or through HyperTerminal.

Web Parameter: MAC Filter in the MAC Filter section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any valid MAC address.

Description: Devices with MAC addresses in the MAC Filter list are permitted to

communicate over the Ethernet port of the transceiver. Any other traffic is refused. If the MAC Filter list is blank, all traffic is allowed. This list is specific for each transceiver.

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Entering a hardware (MAC) address in the MAC Filter field and clicking Add puts that MAC address into the MAC Filter list.

Selecting a MAC address in the MAC Filter list and clicking Delete removes that address from the list.

Clicking Clear removes every entry in the MAC Filter list.

You can also clear the Mac filter list from the HyperTerminal Security menu. Selection option 1 in the main Setup Menu to display the Security menu. From the Security menu, option 0 clears the MAC Filter list, setting the transceiver back to allowing all Ethernet traffic.

Peer To Peer

Web Parameter: Peer To Peer in the Misc section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Allows the Gateway to build a table of Ethernet devices connected over its

radio link. When the Gateway receives a packet over its radio link, it compares the destination of that packet to its address table. If the destination is found in the table, the Gateway re-transmits that packet over the radio instead of applying it to the Ethernet port. If disabled, data the Gateway receives over the radio link is always applied to the Ethernet port only.

RADIUS Enable

Note: This option is controlled from the Gateway only. It has no functionality on

Endpoints or MultiPoint Repeaters.

Web Parameter: Enable RADIUS in the RADIUS Authentication Configuration section of the

Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled,Enabled

Description: Enables RADIUS authentication from the Endpoints or MultiPoints through the

Gateway.

Enabling RADIUS authentication on the Gateway requires all of its Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters to authenticate to a central RADIUS server. The RADIUS server must be connected to the same LAN segment the Gateway is connected to.

The transceivers do not accept any authentication packets through their own Ethernet port. If the transceiver cannot contact the RADIUS server, no Ethernet traffic is sent across its Ethernet port. The configuration Web pages can be accessed by connecting over the radio link through the Gateway. If the transceivers are denied access by the RADIUS server, Ethernet traffic is

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neither sent via the Ethernet port, nor via the radio link.

RADIUS IP Address

Note: This option is controlled from the Gateway only. It has no functionality on

Endpoints or MultiPoint Repeaters.

Web Parameter: RADIUSIPAddress in the RADIUSAuthentication Configuration section of

the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid IPaddress.

Description: The IP address of the RADIUS server. DNS names are not accepted.

RADIUS Port

Note: This option is controlled from the Gateway only. It has no functionality on

Endpoints or MultiPoint Repeaters.

Web Parameter: RADIUSPort Number in the RADIUSAuthentication Configuration section

of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 1812

Options: Any valid port number between 0 and 65535.

Description: The port number of the RADIUS server’s authentication port. By default, the

port number is set to 1812.

Shared Secret

Note: This option is used on Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters only. It has no

functionality on Gateways.

Web Parameter: Shared Secret in the RADIUS AuthenticationConfiguration section of the

Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text.

Description: The secret for the RADIUS server. The IP address of the transceiver should

be entered in the RADIUS server’s “Clients” file. Each transceiver acts as a client when accessing the RADIUS server for authentication.

User Password

Note: This option is used on Endpoints and MultiPoint Repeaters only. It has no

functionality on Gateways.

Web Parameter: User-Password in the RADIUS AuthenticationConfiguration section of the

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Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text.

Description: The RADIUS password for the transceiver. An entry for the transceiver should

be created in the RADIUS server’s “Users” file. The transceiver always reports its serial number, minus any hyphens, as its username.

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Use the simple network management protocol (SNMP) settings located in the SNMP tab or page to help monitor the state of the transceiver for conditions that may warrant special attention.

Note: The information in this chapter assumes that you are familiar with SNMPand its

use in your site.

Each of the SNMP-manageable objects is also contained in the FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB file that you can use to import into your system. The basic object tree structure and a description of each element available in that file is available in "Object Tree for FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB" on page 125. The file is available from FreeWave upon request.

Defining SNMP management conditions requires setting the following:

l SNMP agent information - SNMP version and passwords.

l Trap configuration - For example, the fault time and the IP address of the location that is

gathering the fault conditions.

l Trap limits - The high and low limits after which a fault occurs.

SNMP Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the SNMP parameters that you can set for the transceivers described in this document.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

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Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

your network.

The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

Auth Method

Note: This option is only available when v3 is selected in the SNMP Version

parameter.

Web Parameter: Drop-down list next to the Authorization Password in the SNMPAgent

Configuration section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: MD5

Options: MD5, SH1

Description: The encryption algorithm for the SNMP agent.

Auth Password (v3)

Note: This option is only available when v3 is selected in the SNMP Version

parameter.

Web Parameter: Authorization Password (v3) in the SNMPAgent Configuration section of

the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text

Description: The password needed for SNMP v3 authentication. Select the proper

encryption algorithm for the SNMP Agent from the Auth Method field. The available options are MD5 and SHA1.

Privacy Method

Web Parameter: Drop-down list next to the Privacy Password in the SNMPAgent

Configuration section of the SNMPpage

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: AES

Options: AES, DES

Description: The encryption algorithm for the SNMP Agent.

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Privacy Password (v3)

Note: This option is only available when v3 is selected as the SNMP Version.

Web Parameter: Privacy Password in the SNMPAgent Configuration section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text.

Description: The password needed for SNMP v3 privacy. Select the proper encryption

algorithm for the SNMP Agent in the Privacy Method parameter. The available options are AES and DES.

Read Community

Web Parameter: Read Community in the SNMPAgent Configuration section of the

SNMPpage.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text up to 25 characters.

Description: SNMP community name that has read access.

SNMP Version

Web Parameter: SNMP Version in the SNMPAgent Configuration section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, v1, v2, v3

Description: The version of the Simple Network Protocol (SNMP) currently used.

Trap Community

Web Parameter: Trap Community in the SNMPTrap Configuration section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text.

Description: The SNMP Community name that has trap access.

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Trap Manager IP

Web Parameter: Trap Manager 1 IP and Trap Manager 2 IP in the SNMPTrap Configuration

section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 0.0.0.0

Options: Any valid IP address.

Description: The IP addresses of the authorized SNMP Trap Managers. DNS names are

not accepted.

Trap Version

Web Parameter: Trap Version in the SNMP Trap Configuration section of the Security page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, v1, v2

Description: The trap version supported by the SNMP Agent.

Write Community

Web Parameter: Write Community in the SNMP Agent Configuration section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Blank

Options: Any free form text up to 25 characters.

Description: SNMP community name that has write access.

SNMP Trap Limit Parameter Reference

This section contains the following information as it applies to the high and low trap limits that you can set for the transceivers described in this document. In Tool Suite, the fields for the trap limits display when the Trap Version parameter is set to anything other than Disabled. In the configuration Web pages, use the check boxes and drop-down lists in the SNMP Trap Limits section of the SNMPpage to set the trap limits.

parameter name (as you see it in Tool Suite)

Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the configuration Web pages.

Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both

Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.

Options: The options to which the parameter can be set.

Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the transceiver in

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The parameters are listed in alphabetical order by their Tool Suite field name.

Delta Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: S-N Delta Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the calculated difference between the Signal Level and the

Noise Level of the transceiver. The trap condition is present based on the settings in the Delta Alarm Below parameter.

Delta Alarm Below

Web Parameter: S-N Delta Alarm Below in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 30

Options: Any whole number between 10 and 40 db in increments of 5.

Description: If the Delta Alarm Enable option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs if

the calculated difference between the transceiver's Signal Level and Noise Level goes below the value in this parameter.

Min Fault Time

Web Parameter: Min fault Time (Seconds) in the SNMPTrap Configuration section of the

SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 300

Options: 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180, 210, 240, 270, and 300 seconds

Description: The amount of time a trap condition must be continuously present before an

SNMP trap is sent to the Trap Manager(s).

Noise Alarm Above

Web Parameter: Noise Alarm Above in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: -100

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Options: Any whole, negative number between -100 and -70 db, in increments of 5.

Description: If the Noise Alarm Enable option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs if

the Noise Level goes above the value in this parameter.

Noise Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Noise Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the Noise Level of the transceiver. The trap condition is

present based on the settings in the Noise Alarm Above parameter.

Rx Rate Alarm Below

Web Parameter: Rx % Rate Below in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 50

Options: Any percentage between 50 and 100, in increments of 5.

Description: If the Rx Rate Alarm Enabled option is set to Enabled, a trap condition

occurs if the receive percent goes below the value in this parameter.

Rx Rate Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Rx % Rate Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the receive percentage of the transceiver. The trap condition

is present based on the settings in the Rx Rate Alarm Below parameter.

Signal Alarm Below

Web Parameter: Signal Alarm Below in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: -90

Options: Any whole, negative number between -100 and -70 db, in increments of 5.

Description: If the Signal Alarm Enable option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs

if the signallevel goes below the value in this parameter.

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Signal Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Signal Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the Signal Level the transceiver reports. The trap condition

is present based on the settings in the Signal Alarm Belowparameter.

Tx Rate Alarm Below

Web Parameter: Tx % Rate Below in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 50

Options: Any percentage between 50 and 100, in increments of 5.

Description: If the Tx Rate Alarm Enabled option is set to Enabled, a trap condition

occurs if the transmit percent goes below the value in this parameter.

Tx Rate Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Tx % Rate Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the transmit percentage of the transceiver. The trap

condition is present based on the settings in the Tx Rate Alarm Below parameter.

VSWR Alarm Above

Web Parameter: Reflected Power Above in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 2

Options: Any whole J-Units between 0 and 40, in increments of 2.

Description: If the VSWR Alarm Enabled option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs

if the reflected power goes above the value in this parameter.

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VSWR Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Reflected Power Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the

SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the reflected power of the transceiver. The trap condition is

present based on the settings in the VSWR Alarm Above parameter.

Voltage Alarm Above

Web Parameter: Voltage Alarm Above in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 30

Options: Any whole number between 6 and 30.

Description: If the Voltage Alarm Enable option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs

if the voltage goes above the value in this parameter.

Voltage Alarm Below

Web Parameter: Voltage Alarm Below in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: 6

Options: Any whole number between 6 and 30 VDC.

Description: If the Voltage Alarm Enable option is set to Enabled, a trap condition occurs

if the voltage goes below the value in this parameter.

Voltage Alarm Enable

Web Parameter: Voltage Enable check box in the SNMPTrap Limits section of the SNMP

page.

Network Type: Both

Default Setting: Disabled

Options: Disabled, Enabled

Description: Enables a trap for the supply voltage of the transceiver. The trap condition is

present based on the settings in the Voltage Alarm Above and Voltage Alarm Below parameters.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

Getting to Know Your Plus-Style Transceiver

Boot-Up LED Sequence

Ethernet Port Conditions

Error LED Conditions

Com Port LED Conditions

Choosing a Location for the Transceivers

Choosing Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint Operation

Basic Steps to Programming Plus-Style Transceivers

MultiPoint Network Considerations

Powering the Transceiver

Determining and Setting a Transceiver's IP Address

Using HyperTerminal

Using Discovery Server

Resetting Transceivers to the Factory Default Settings

Reading Plus-Style Transceivers in Tool Suite

Accessing Configuration Web Pages

Navigating the Web Pages

Providing Site Information

Using the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Transceivers

Creating User Logins

Defining User Groups

Adding and Deleting Users

Changing User Passwords

Configuring the TFTP Server

Upgrading Firmware Using the Web Configuration Pages

Upgrading Plus-Style Firmware Globally

Verifying Firmware Upgrades

Common Firmware Upgrade Issues and Solutions

IP Parameter Reference

Default Gateway

IP Address

NTP Client Enable

NTP IP Address

Push to Syslog Server

Spanning Tree

Subnet Mask

Syslog Server 1

Syslog Server 2

VLAN Data ID

VLAN Default Gateway

VLAN IP Address

VLAN Management ID

VLAN Mode

VLAN Subnet Mask

Web Page Port (http)

Chapter 4: Serial Port Settings

Setting a Serial Port's Mode

Disabling Serial Ports

Using the Serial Port as an Alarm Client

Viewing a Serial Port's Status

Ethernet (Rx and Tx)

Serial (Rx and Tx)

Status

Serial Port Parameter Reference

Alarm IP & Port

Alarm Retry Limit (Attempts)

Drop Link

Multicast IP

Multicast Port

Serial Baud Rate

Serial CD Mode

Serial Data Bits

Serial Flow Control

Serial Interface

Serial Modbus RTU

Serial Parity

Stop Bits

TCP Client Enable

TCP Client IP

TCP Client Port

TCP Server Enable

UDP Local IP Port

UDP Power Up IP

UDP Power Up Port

UDP/Multicast Enable