B&B Electronics APXN-Q5428 User Manual

AirborneM2M™

APXx-Q5xxx Family User Manual

Revision: 1.1

June 2013

File Name: APXx_Family_User_Manual_R1.1_2213

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International Headquarters

B&B Electronics Mfg. Co. Inc.

707 Dayton Road

Ottawa, IL 61350 USA

Phone (815) 433-5100 -- General Fax (815) 433-5105

Website: www.bb-elec.com

European Headquarters

B&B Electronics Ltd.

Westlink Commercial Park

Oranmore, Co. Galway, Ireland

Phone +353 91-792444 -- Fax +353 91-792445

Website: www.bb-europe.com

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Contents

1.0 Conventions ................................................................................................................................... 7

1.1 Terminology ................................................................................................................................ 7

1.2 Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 7

1.3 Caution ......................................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 File Format .................................................................................................................................. 7

2.0 Product Description ....................................................................................................................... 8

3.0 Features .......................................................................................................................................... 9

4.0 Device Types ................................................................................................................................10

4.1 Serial ...........................................................................................................................................10

4.2 Ethernet ......................................................................................................................................10

4.3 Flexport™ ...................................................................................................................................10

4.4 Industrial Packaging ..................................................................................................................10

5.0 Pinout and Connectors ................................................................................................................12

5.1 Serial Ports .................................................................................................................................12

5.2 Ethernet Port ..............................................................................................................................13

5.3 Connector Definition .................................................................................................................14

5.4 Default Switch (Factory Reset)................................................................................................14

5.5 Indicator LEDs ...........................................................................................................................15

6.0 Electrical& RF Specification ........................................................................................................16

6.1 AC Electrical Characteristics – Transmitter ...........................................................................18

6.2 Performance/Range ..................................................................................................................18

7.0 Antenna ..........................................................................................................................................19

7.1 Antenna Selection .....................................................................................................................19

7.2 Antenna Location ......................................................................................................................19

7.3 Performance ...............................................................................................................................20

To learn more about Link Margin, visit B&B Electronics’ online technical library. .........................20

8.0 Mechanical Outline – Industrial Class .......................................................................................21

9.0 Getting Started ..............................................................................................................................22

9.1 Unpack the AirborneM2M™ Device .......................................................................................22

10.0 Setup (APXx-Q542x) ...................................................................................................................23

11.0 Using the Web Interface ..............................................................................................................28

11.1 Navigation Bar ...........................................................................................................................29

11.2 Feature Links .............................................................................................................................30

11.3 Navigating the Website.............................................................................................................30

11.4 Updating a Field ........................................................................................................................31

11.5 Uploading Certificates...............................................................................................................31

11.6 Upload Configuration Files .......................................................................................................32

11.7 Updating Firmware .................................................................................................................... 34

12.0 Express Setup Configuration Page ............................................................................................37

13.0 Configuring the Wireless Interface .............................................................................................41

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14.0 Configuring the Security Settings ...............................................................................................42

14.1 Configuring for WEP Security ..................................................................................................42

14.2 Configuring for WPA-PSK Security ........................................................................................42

14.3 Configuring for WPA2-PSK Security ......................................................................................43

15.0 Configuring the Serial Device Server ........................................................................................45

15.1 Configuring Serial Port for Access on Telnet Port ................................................................45

15.2 Configuring Serial Port 1 for Access on Tunnel Port ...........................................................46

15.3 Configuring Serial Port 2 for Access on Tunnel Port ...........................................................47

15.4 Configuring Serial Port 1 as TCP Client.................................................................................48

15.5 Configuring Serial Port 2 as TCP Client.................................................................................50

16.0 Web Page Overview ....................................................................................................................52

Module Status ........................................................................................................................ 53

Ethernet Status ...................................................................................................................... 54

Radio Statistics ...................................................................................................................... 55

Ethernet Statistics .................................................................................................................. 56

Display Associated Clients .................................................................................................... 57

Wireless DHCP Clients .......................................................................................................... 58

Express Setup ....................................................................................................................... 59

WLAN Settings ...................................................................................................................... 60

WLAN Security Settings ........................................................................................................ 61

Network Settings .................................................................................................................... 62

Serial Port Settings ................................................................................................................ 63

Serial Port 2 Settings ............................................................................................................. 64

Connection Settings............................................................................................................... 65

Ethernet Settings ................................................................................................................... 67

Event Settings ........................................................................................................................ 68

Port Forwarding Settings ....................................................................................................... 69

IP Filtering Settings................................................................................................................ 70

Advanced Settings ................................................................................................................. 71

Upload Configuration File ...................................................................................................... 75

List Configuration File ............................................................................................................ 76

Delete Configuration File ....................................................................................................... 77

Active Configuration............................................................................................................... 78

User Configuration ................................................................................................................. 79

OEM Configuration ................................................................................................................ 80

Factory Configuration ............................................................................................................ 81

WPA Configuration ................................................................................................................ 82

List Certificates ...................................................................................................................... 83

Upload Certificate .................................................................................................................. 84

Delete Certificate ................................................................................................................... 85

Network (Home Page) ........................................................................................................... 86

Discover Airborne Modules ................................................................................................... 87

Scan for Access Points .......................................................................................................... 88

Maintenance (Home Page) .................................................................................................... 89

Update Module Firmware ...................................................................................................... 90

Reset Factory Defaults .......................................................................................................... 91

Restart Module ...................................................................................................................... 92

Set System Time ................................................................................................................... 93

Blink the POST LED .............................................................................................................. 94

Stop Blinking the POST LED ................................................................................................. 95

Upload Script Files ................................................................................................................. 96

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List Script Files ...................................................................................................................... 97

Display Script Files ................................................................................................................ 98

Delete Script File ................................................................................................................... 99

Run Script File ..................................................................................................................... 100

17.0 Certification & Regulatory Approvals .......................................................................................101

17.1 FCC Statement ........................................................................................................................101

17.2 FCC RF Exposure Statement ................................................................................................102

17.3 Information for Canadian Users (IC Notice) ........................................................................102

17.4 FCC/IC Modular Approval ......................................................................................................103

17.5 Regulatory Test Mode Support .............................................................................................104

18.0 Physical & Environmental Approvals .......................................................................................105

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Figures

Figure 1 - Industrial AirborneM2M™ Device ..........................................................................................11

Figure 2- DE-9 (DB-9) Connector Pin-out ...............................................................................................12

Figure 3 - Ethernet Jack Pinout ................................................................................................................13

Figure 4 - Website Login ............................................................................................................................28

Figure 5 - Default Home Page ..................................................................................................................29

Figure 6- Website Navigation Bar ............................................................................................................29

Figure 7- Feature Links .............................................................................................................................. 30

Figure 8 - Airborne Web Page ..................................................................................................................30

Figure 9 - Upload Certificate Web Page..................................................................................................31

Figure 10 - Upload Configuration Web Page ..........................................................................................33

Figure 11 - Firmware Update Page ................................................................ ................................ ..........34

Figure 12 - Firmware Update in Progress ...............................................................................................35

Figure 13 - Firmware Update Complete ................................................................................................ ..35

Figure 14 - Express Setup Page ..............................................................................................................37

Tables

Table 1–Serial Port Pin Definition ............................................................................................................12

Table 2 - Ethernet Connector Pinout .......................................................................................................13

Table 3 - PoE Pinout Alternatives ............................................................................................................13

Table 4 - Connector Description ...............................................................................................................14

Table 5 - Reset Procedure ........................................................................................................................14

Table 6 - LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................15

Table 7- Absolute Maximum Values1 .......................................................................................................16

Table 8 - RF Characteristics – 802.11a/b/g/n .........................................................................................16

Table 9 - Supported Data Rates by Band ...............................................................................................17

Table 10 - Operating Channels................................................................................................ .................17

Table 11 - Radio Typical Performance Range .......................................................................................18

Table 12- APXx Accessing the Web Interface ......................................................................................23

Table 13 - Navigation Bar Items ...............................................................................................................29

Table 14 - Uploading Certificates .............................................................................................................32

Table 15 - Uploading Configurations .......................................................................................................33

Table 16 - Updating Firmware ..................................................................................................................35

Table 17 - Express Page Setup ................................................................................................................37

Table 18 - Configuring for WEP Security ................................................................................................42

Table 19 - Configuring for WPA Security ................................................................................................43

Table 20 - Configuring for WPA2 Security ..............................................................................................43

Table 21–Configure Data Tunnel on Telnet Port ...................................................................................45

Table 22 - Data Tunnel using Telnet Port ...............................................................................................46

Table 23 – Configure Data Tunnel on Serial Port 1 Tunnel Port (TCP) .............................................46

Table 24 - Data Tunnel using Tunnel Port on Serial Port 1 ..................................................................47

Table 25 – Configure Data Tunnel on Serial Port 2 Tunnel Port (TCP) .............................................47

Table 26 - Data Tunnel using Tunnel Port on Serial Port 2 ..................................................................48

Table 27 - Configure Serial Port 1 as TCP Client ..................................................................................49

Table 28 - Configure Serial Port 2 as TCP Client ..................................................................................50

Table 29 - Regulatory Approvals ............................................................................................................101

Table 30 - Modular Approval Grant Numbers ......................................................................................103

Table 31 - Mechanical Approvals ...........................................................................................................105

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

The area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any references necessary.

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The area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any references necessary.

1.0 Conventions

The following section outlines the conventions used within the document. Where convention is deviated from, the deviation takes precedence and should be followed. If you have any question related to the conventions used or clarification of indicated deviation please contact B&B Electronics Sales or Wireless Support.

1.1 Terminology

APXx-Q5xxx is used in the opening section to describe the device detailed in this

document. After this section the term module or device will be used to describe the device.

1.2 Notes

A note contains information that requires special attention. The following convention will be used. The area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any references necessary.

1.3 Caution

A caution contains information that, if not followed, may cause damage to the product or injury to the user. The shaded area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any references necessary.

1.4 File Format

These documents are provided as Portable Document Format (PDF) files. To read them, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0.5 or higher. For your convenience, Adobe Acrobat Reader is provided on the software CD. Should you not have the CD, you can download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader at the Adobe Web site: www.adobe.com

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2.0 Product Description

B&B Electronics' APXx-Q5xxx industrial grade access point enables a piece of M2M equipment to become the center of a self-sufficient Wi-Fi network. This makes it easy to access equipment data as well as resources from other Wi-Fi enabled devices, like laptops, tablets and handhelds. The other devices can be powered by Android, iOS or Windows. The APXx-Q5xxx includes a 10/100 Ethernet port that supports both bridge and router modes, and two serial ports that are compatible with RS232/422/485 devices. Users may make multiple connections to the same machine, and all ports may be used simultaneously in any serial data configuration. This allows the APXx-Q5xxx to provide more port configuration options than any competing device in the industry.

The APXx-Q5xxx also includes a wide range power supply input (5-36 VDC) with terminal block and barrel jack connections. It is packaged in a rugged metal enclosure. The APXx-Q54x8 models support 802.3af Class 1 based Power over Ethernet (PoE).

The Airborne™ family of access points includes models with single band or dual band radios: the APXG supports 802.11b/g and the APXN supports 802.11a/b/g/n.

B&B Electronics is the industry leader in industrial grade 802.11 wireless serial-toEthernet converters, access points, Ethernet bridges and Ethernet adapters. The APXxQ5xxx is the newest member of B&B Electronics' Airborne™ series, a family of fully integrated 802.11 wireless LAN bridge, serial device server, and access point products designed to provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity in industrial, scientific, medical and automotive applications. The highly integrated hardware and software enables plug-and-play capability and significantly reduces the complexity of wireless system deployment and network connectivity.

All Airborne™ 802.11 access point products include Airborne Management Center

software for web browser-based configuration and administration. The Airborne Management Center makes it easy to install and configure Airborne devices. The same interface is employed across the entire product line. If you’ve used one Airborne device, you know how to use them all.

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3.0 Features

 Wi-Fi Radio with 32-bit ARM9 CPU (256Mb SDRAM, 64Mb Flash)

 APXG models support 802.11b/g  APXN models support 802.11a/b/g/n

 Fully functional M2M Access Point and Wireless Router.  Software selectable as AirborneM2M™ or AirborneDirect™ client device

server.

 Integrated Airborne Device Server and Wireless Adapter technology.  The AirborneM2M™ Access Point supports integrated:

 802.11 radio  TCP/IP stack, UDP, telnet, FTP server  Ethernet bridge mode (Access Point)  Ethernet router mode (Wireless Router)  Dual Serial ports (RS232/422/485)  Data bridging and buffering  Command Line Interface  Web interface  WEP/WPA/WPA2-PSKSecurity  DHCP Server (For wireless clients)  Firewall and Port Forwarding (Ethernet Router Mode)  Transmit RF power control  FTP Server

 Operating Temperature(-40°C to 85°C)  Storage temp (-40°C to 85°C)  Industry standard wired connections:

 D-9 Serial connectors (RS232/422/485)  RJ-45 (10/100 Ethernet)

 Multiple host interfaces supported:

 Dual Serial (RS232/422/485) – up to 921K BAUD  10/100 Ethernet

 Dual RP-SMA antenna connectors.  Integrated standard and wide range (J1455) Power Supply (5-36VDC)  Power connector options include 2.1mm Barrel Jack, Terminal Block  Power Over Ethernet (PoE) using an 802.3af Class 1 PSE device (APXx-

Q5xx8 models)

 Integrated Site Survey mode.  Advanced Low power modes.  Rugged mounting options.

 Worldwide Regulatory Support (FCC, IC, CE)

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4.0 Device Types

This manual covers the AirborneM2M™ Access Point/Wireless Router/Client. Information on the variations and functionality available in the AirborneDirect™ device family can be found in the ABDN Family User Manual. If you are not certain which type you have or would like clarification on the available options please contact B&B Sales or Technical Support.

The AirborneM2M™ supports the following host interfaces:

4.1 Serial

This device supports dual serial ports and provides serial to 802.11 bridging. The following serial interface types are available:

 RS-232  RS-422  RS-485

Default configuration is RS-232. Conversion to RS-422/485 is software selectable. Changing the serial port configuration is covered later in the manual.

4.2 Ethernet

The Ethernet adapter provides a wireless interface to an existing Ethernet port (RJ-45). The connection to the Ethernet port of the host is made via the RJ-45 socket.

The device supports a 10/100 Ethernet interface with auto configuration. Manual control of the interface is possible through the web or CLI interface.

4.3 Flexport™

This AirborneM2M™ allows for simultaneous connection of Serial and Ethernet ports in any combination. You may maintain network-based connections to both the Ethernet and Serial ports without compromising functionality or performance.

Each interface can be configured and operated independently of the others. Connection to the serial port can be made via both the wireless and Ethernet ports. In this mode the device is capable of supporting redundant network connectivity for high reliability applications.

4.4 Industrial Packaging

Developed to support the demands of the industrial and automotive environments, the packaging supports the full industrial operating temperature range and the complete set of functional capabilities of the Airborne Access Point, Airborne Device Server and Wireless Adapter technology.

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Figure 1 - Industrial AirborneM2M™ Device

The device includes a metal enclosure and a wide range power supply capable of exceeding the SAE J1455 power supply requirements.

The industrial packaging is ideal for the following application types:

 CNC/DNC equipment.  Vehicle diagnostics.  Telematics.  Remote monitoring and management.  Industrial control.

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RS232 (DTE)

RS232 w/Power

on pin 9

RS422/RS485

4-wire

RS485 2-wire

No Connect

RxD

RxD+

Connect to pin 33

TxD

TxD+

TxD+/RxD+

No Connect

GND

No Connect

RxD-

Connect to pin 93

RTS

No Connect

CTS

No Connect

5VDC (Input)

TxD-

TxD-/RxD-

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1. For 2-wire operation, the user must externally connect pin 3 to pin 2 and

pin 6 to pin 9.

5.0 Pinout and Connectors

The following defines the pinouts for the wired interfaces.

5.1 Serial Ports

The AirborneM2M™ unit supports two serial ports. The Port pinout can change depending upon the interface configuration chosen. Table 1 shows the pinout for the interface selected.

Figure 2- DE-9 (DB-9) Connector Pin-out

Table 1–Serial Port Pin Definition

The Port 1 and Port 2 interfaces support the following configurations:

 BAUD: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400,

57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, 921600

 Flow Control: None, Hardware (CTS/RTS), Software (XON/XOFF)  Port 1 Default settings: 9600, 8, N, 1, No Flow Control.  Port 2 Default settings: 9600, 8, N, 1, No Flow Control.

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RJ45 Socket

TxD+

TxD-

RxD+ 4 NC 5 NC

RxD- 7 NC 8 NC

Green LED

Unused

Yellow LED

Ethernet Link/Activity:

Off No Ethernet Link

On Ethernet Link active

Flashing Network activity

Alternate A

(MDI-X)

Alternate A

(MDI)

Alternate B

(All)

Negative V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Negative V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Negative V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Positive V

PSE

Negative V

PSE

Negative V

PSE

Negative V

PSE

5.2 Ethernet Port

The AirborneM2M™10/100Mbps interface supports auto negotiation. The interface also supports both half and full duplex for 10Mbps and 100Mbps.Table 2 shows the interface pinout.

In some models, the Ethernet port supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) when connected to an 802.3af Class 1 PSE device. Both Mode A (MDI and MDI-X) and Mode B powering schemes are supported (Table 3).

Figure 3 - Ethernet Jack Pinout

Table 2 - Ethernet Connector Pinout

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Type

Description

Serial

DE-9 Connector Male

Ethernet

RJ45 Socket

Antenna

RP-SMA

Power

2.1mm Barrel Jack

Power

2 Position Terminal Block

Disconnect or turn off the power supply.

Press and hold in the Default (factory reset) button.

This may require the use of a small, narrow object. Do not use anything sharp, as that may damage the unit.

While the Default button is pressed and held in, re-apply power to the unit.

Continue to hold in the Default button for 5-6 seconds after power has been applied.

Release the Default button.

5.3 Connector Definition

The AirborneM2M™ device has five connectors. Table 4 provides definitions for the connectors.

Table 4 - Connector Description

5.4 Default Switch (Factory Reset)

The AirborneM2M™ device will let you reset the configuration back to OEM defaults and start over again. This is useful when a device has been incorrectly configured. An incorrect configuration can make it impossible to communicate on any of the available ports. That would prevent access to the configuration interfaces and block your ability to correct the configuration.

Performing a Factory RESET will return the device to the original OEM defaults. If no OEM configuration is installed the device will return to the B&B factory defaults. That will restore your ability to communicate with the device.

The following Table 5 describes the sequence for resetting the AirborneM2M™ device to the OEM defaults

Table 5 - Reset Procedure

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The device will restart with the installed OEM defaults. If no OEM configuration exists the device will return to B&B Electronics factory defaults.

See section 11.6 on use of OEM factory configurations.

LED

Color

Airborne Device State

POWER

Adapter is not powered.



(Blue) Adapter is powered.

POST

Adapter is not powered.

(Red) Adapter failed Power On Self Test (POST).

(Orange) Adapter passed POST but is not configured for wireless network communication.

(Green) Adapter passed POST and is configured for wireless AP communication.

LINK

Adapter is not powered or the Wireless radio is off.

(Green) Adapter is powered and the Wireless radio is on.

COMM

• If Power LED and COMM LED are both Off the Adapter is not

powered.

• If Power LED is On but the COMM LED is Off, it means that

an Ethernet link has been detected, but no TCP session from the WLAN or Ethernet interface has been established. The

LED will flash Red when Ethernet network traffic occurs.

(Red) The device is powered and no Ethernet link has been detected.

(Orange) A TCP connection to the adapter has been established from the Wireless interface and no Ethernet link has been detected.

(Green) A TCP connection to the adapter has been established from the Wireless or Ethernet interface. An Ethernet link has been detected. The LED will flash Orange when Ethernet network traffic occurs.

The AirborneM2M™ Default button is on the Ethernet/Power end of the box, next to the 2.1mm barrel connector (See section 8.0)

5.5 Indicator LEDs

The indicator LEDs provide feedback on the state of the device when it is configured as an AP/WR. If the device is configured for any other operation please refer to the appropriate device manual. The LEDs are a useful tool during installation and troubleshooting.

Table 6 - LED Indicators

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Parameter

Min

Max

Unit

Maximum Supply Voltage

5.0

VDC

PoE 802.3af Class1 – Q5xx8 models

VDC

Power Dissipation

3.00

Operating Temperature Range

-40

85 oC

Storage Temperature

-40

85 oC

Symbol

Parameter

Rate (Mb/s)

Min

Average

dBm / mW

Peak

dBm / mW

Units

OUTB

Transmit Power Output 802.11b

11, 5.5, 2, 1

15.0

31.6

dBm

OUTG

Transmit Power Output 802.11g

6, 9, 12, 18, 24,

36, 48, 54

12.6

18.2

dBm

OUTA

Transmit Power Output 802.11a

6, 9, 12, 18, 24,

36, 48, 54

17.0

50.1

dBm

RSENB

Receive Sensitivity

802.11b

11 -86

dBm

1 -92

RSENG

Receive Sensitivity

802.11g

54 -72

dBm

36 -78 18 -84 6 -89

RSENA

Receive Sensitivity

802.11a

54 -74

dBm

36 -80 18 -86

6 -90

RANGEBG

Frequency Range

2412 2484

MHz

RANGEA

Frequency Range

802.11a

4910 5150 5470

4990 5350 5825

MHz

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The transmit power is automatically controlled by the device for minimum power consumption.

The transmit power at the antenna connector is listed in Table 8 above (±2dBm).

6.0 Electrical& RF Specification

Table 7- Absolute Maximum Values1

Note: 1. Values are absolute ratings, exceeding these values may cause permanent damage to the device.

Table 8 - RF Characteristics – 802.11a/b/g/n

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Band

Supported Data Rates (Mb/s)

802.11b

11, 5.5, 2, 1

802.11a/g

54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6

802.11n

65, 58.5, 42, 39, 26, 19.5 13, 6.5

Band

Region

Freq Range

(GHz)

No. of

Channels

802.11b

1,2

US/Canada

2.401 - 2.473

1 – 11

Europe

2.401 - 2.483

1 – 13

Japan

2.401 - 2.495

1 – 14

802.11g

1,2

US/Canada

2.401 - 2.473

1 – 11

Europe

2.401 - 2.483

1 – 13

Japan

2.401 - 2.483

1 – 13

802.11a

US/Canada

5.15 - 5.35,

5.725 - 5.825

36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,

161,165

Europe

5.15 - 5.35,

5.47 - 5.725

36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,100,104,108,

112,116,120,124,128,132,136,140

Japan

4.91 – 4.99,

5.15 - 5.35,

5.47 - 5.725

36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,100,104,108,

112,116,120,124,128,132,136,140,184

188,192,196

China

5.725 - 5.825

149,153,157,161,165

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1. Only channels 1, 6 and 11 are non-overlapping.

2. Channel 14 is non-overlapping (Japan only).

3. Channel count denotes number of non-overlapping

channels. Channels shown represent non-overlapping channel numbers.

Table 9 - Supported Data Rates by Band

Table 10 - Operating Channels

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Data Rate

Typical Outdoor Distance

(Unity gain antenna)

Typical Outdoor Distance

(2dBi antenna gain on each end for

B/G mode)

1.0 Mb/s

240m

380m

11.0 Mb/s

135m

215m

6Mb/s 802.11g

135m

215m

6Mb/s 802.11a

49m

155m

54Mb/s 802.11g

12m

19m

54Mb/s 802.11a

4.5m

14m

6.1 AC Electrical Characteristics – Transmitter

Transmit power is automatically managed by the device for minimum power consumption. The transmit power at the RF connector is listed in Table 8 for

802.11a/b/g Modes (all rates).

6.2 Performance/Range

The following table illustrates the typical data rates, performance and range the device can provide using an omni-directional antenna.

Table 11 - Radio Typical Performance Range

Ranges are affected by receiver sensitivity; transmit power, free-space path loss, antenna gain, and link margin. Actual range will vary from those stated. Non-lineof-site applications will result in lower typical values than those shown above.

The Data Rate is the supported connection rate for the wireless link. The actual data throughput for the link will be less than the stated data rates.

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7.0 Antenna

The unit supports antenna connection through two (2) RP-SMA connectors, located on the sides of the enclosure.

Any antenna used with the system must be designed for operation within the 2.4GHz ISM band and specifically support the 2.412GHz to 2.482GHz for 802.11b/g, the 5GHz ISM band and must specifically support 5.1GHz to 5.9GHz for 802.11a operation. They are required to have a VSWR of 2:1 maximum referenced to a 50 system impedance.

7.1 Antenna Selection

The Airborne radio supports a number of antenna options. The correct antenna option will be determined by a number of factors, including consideration of the application, mechanical construction and desired performance. Since the number of possible combinations is endless we will review some of the more common solutions in this section. If your application is not covered during this discussion please contact Technical Support for more specific answers.

Due to FCC/IC regulatory restrictions only antenna covered by the approvals listed on the device may be used with the device. Please contact Technical Support for a full list of approved antenna.

7.2 Antenna Location

Antenna location can determine the success or failure of the Wi-Fi implementation.

There are several factors that need to be considered when choosing the location:

 Distance of Antenna from radio  Location of host system

 Proximity to RF blocking or absorbing materials  Proximity to potential noise or interference  Position relative to infrastructure (Access Points or Laptops)

 Orientation of host system relative to infrastructure

 Is it known  Is it static

To minimize the impact of these factors, take the following steps during the development process:

 Minimize the distance between the radio and the antenna. As the length of

the connecting cable increases, so does the negative impact on Transmit Power and Receive Sensitivity.

 Avoid situations where metal surfaces come into contact with the antenna, or

are close to the location of the antenna.

 Avoid locations where RF noise or overlapping ISM bands may be present.

This would include microwave ovens and wireless telephone systems in the

2.4GHz and 5.0GHz frequency range.

 Elevate the antenna as much as you can.

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 Locate the antenna where there is a minimum of obstruction between the

antenna and the location of the Access Points. Access Points are typically located in the ceiling or high on walls.

 Keep the main antenna’s polarization vertical, or in-line with the antenna of

the Access Points. 802.11 systems utilize vertical polarization and aligning both transmit and receive antenna maximizes the link quality.

No connection will ever be perfect. Experiment with the various possibilities until you get the best connection permitted by the circumstances.

7.3 Performance

Performance will vary according to the application and the circumstances. In most cases your primary concern will be the link quality, which is a function of the bandwidth available between two devices. In general, as the link rate drops the radio’s Transmit Power, Receive Sensitivity and link quality improve.

Measurement of link quality can be made in several ways. Bit Error Rate (BER), Signal to Noise (SNR) ratio and Signal Strength are all very useful. The link quality is used by the radio to determine the link rate. When the link quality for a given link rate falls below a predefined limit, the radio will drop to the next lowest link rate and try to communicate using that one.

The reverse is also true. If the radio observes good link quality at one rate it will try to move up to the next rate to see if communication can be maintained at the higher rate.

So consider your application’s actual bandwidth requirements and tailor your link rate to optimize the link quality. For example, the link quality at 6Mb/s is likely to be better than it would be for 54Mb/s. If the application only needs 2Mb/s of data throughput, the 6Mb/s rate would provide a better link quality.

Aside from the radio performance, there are a number of other things that contribute to the link quality. These include the items discussed earlier and choices made when looking at the overall antenna gain. The antenna gain contributes to the Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) of the system. This is part of Link Margin, an overall measurement of link quality.

Link Margin provides a measurement of all the parts of the RF path that impact the communications between two systems. The basic equation looks like this:

EIRP (dB) = TxP + TxA – TxC

Link Margin (dB) = EIRP – FPL + (RxS + RxA – RxC)

Where: TxP = Transmitter output power (dBm)

TxA = Transmitter antenna gain (dBi) TxC = Transmitter to Antenna coax cable loss (dB) FPL = Free Path Loss (dB) RxS = Receiver receive sensitivity (dBm) RxA = Receiver antenna gain (dBi) RxC = Receiver to Antenna coax cable loss (dB)

To learn more about Link Margin, visit B&B Electronics’ online technical library.

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8.0 Mechanical Outline – Industrial Class

Antenna Connector: RP-SMA (Reverse Polarity – SMA)

Requires 2.4GHz/5GHz ISM band antenna, 50 input impedance, RP-SMA connector

Serial Connector: DB-9M (Male)

Requires DB-9F (Female)

Ethernet Connector: RJ-45 Socket

Requires RJ-45 plug, 10/100 Ethernet interface

Power Connector: 2.1mm Barrel Jack

Requires 2.1mm ID, 5.5mm OD, +5-36 VDC center pin.

Power Connector: Terminal Block (2 connector)

Requires16-30 AWG gauge wire.

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9.0 Getting Started

9.1 Unpack the AirborneM2M™ Device

Unpack the AirborneM2M™ Device and compare the package contents with the items listed on the front of the included Quick Start Guide. If any item is missing or damaged, contact B&B immediately.

Contact details can be found at www.bb-elec.com. Be sure you have the following: Wireless Access Point

CD with Airborne Command Center Software and User Manual (2) Antennas.

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Place the AirborneM2M™ CD in the CD/DVD drive of the laptop or desktop you will be using to configure the AirborneM2M™ device. Follow the on screen directions for installation.

Use a piece of Cat5 cable to connect the Ethernet port on the APXx to a network that supports DHCP, or directly to the Ethernet port on your laptop or desktop.

Note: When connected directly to a computer Ethernet port, disable all other installed Ethernet adapters, wireless or wired, during configuration process.

Apply power to the APXx-Q542x.

The unit will boot and display the following LED patterns:

COMM: RED LINK : OFF POST: ORANGE POWER: BLUE

Run the Airborne Management Center (AMC) application. This was installed during the CD installation and a menu item will be found in the Airborne folder located in the programs directory of your system. The

application will display the following dialog:

Select Group Name: manuf and enter Group Password: dpac

10.0 Setup (APXx-Q542x)

The instructions in Table 12 provide a step-by-step guide for configuration of the AirborneM2M™ Access Point/Wireless Router (APXx-Q542x).

Table 12- APXx Accessing the Web Interface

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The AMC will load and discover the attached device.

Note: You may be required to wait up to 180 seconds before the APXx is discovered and displayed. This is due to the use of the AutoIP fallback function when connected directly to the APXx.

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If the unit is not detected please verify that your firewall is disabled. Run a “Discover”,

if the unit is still not being detected, close down AMC and restart it by doing a Right Click on the AMC icon and select “Run as administrator”.

Manage Your Device

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Right Click the device’s name. Under “Connectivity Tools” choose “launch web browser for OEM-Cfg1.” This will open the device’s browser-based management window.

Username= “dpac” Password = “dpac”

If this is not the first time you have accessed the web interface it will default to the Module Status page. If is the first time, the web browser will default to the Express setup page. To access the Express Setup Page, select the Configuration tab the top of the page (dark blue bar).

Then select the Express Setup link in the left hand column (light blue column) You are now ready to configure your device.

Note that none of your changes will take effect until you click the “Commit” button at the bottom of the page

and then reboot the device.

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If your device is connected and configured correctly you will see the following LED status.

COMM: RED LINK : GREEN POST: GREEN POWER: BLUE

Access Point in Router Mode

(Connected wireless devices are set up on their own network)

Discovery OEM Device Name = (Users option) Radio Startup Mode = On WLAN Connection Type = Access Point SSID = (Users option) WLAN Security Type = (Users option) Ethernet Role = Router WLAN Channel: = (Users option) Wireless DHCP Server Enabled = Enable WLAN DHCP: (Client) = (Not used) Ethernet DHCP(for networks with DHCP servers) = Enabled WLAN Static IP address = 192.168.10.100 (first IP ad dress assigned by WLAN DHCP server.) WLAN Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0 WLAN Gateway Address = 192.168.10.1

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Access Point in Bridge Mode

(Connected wireless devices are connected to corporate network)

Discovery OEM Device Name = (Users option) Radio Startup Mode = On WLAN Connection Type = Access Point SSID = (Users option) WLAN Security Type = (Users option) Ethernet Role = Bridge WLAN Channel: = (Users option) Wireless DHCP Server Enabled = (Not used) WLAN DHCP: (Client) = (Not used) Ethernet DHCP (for networks with DHCP servers) = (Users option) WLAN Static IP address = 192.168.10.100 (Not used in Bridge Mode) WLAN Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0 (Not used in Bridge Mode) WLAN Gateway Address = 192.168.10.1 (Not used in Bridge Mode)

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11.0 Using the Web Interface

AirborneDirect™ Device Servers and Wireless Adapters include a web interface that provides access to module status, parameter modification and certificate and configuration file management. To use the web interface follow the steps outlined in section “Error! Reference source not found" to establish the IP address of the module. After you know the IP address you can open a web browser and enter the IP address of the module in the URL window.

The web interface currently supports Internet Explorer v6.0 thru 9.0, Firefox v3.x+, Opera v9.6+, Chrome v4.0+ and Safari v5.0.5+.

When the authentication request is returned enter username “dpac” and password “dpac”.

Figure 4 - Website Login

Username: dpac Password: dpac

After successfully authenticating with the module, you will be logged into the web server. If this is the first time you have accessed the device the Express Setup page will be displayed. See section 12.0 for configuration of the device using this page. If you have previously configured the device the default home page will be displayed (See Figure

5).From here you can update device settings if required. A quick overview of the web interface follows.

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Title

Description

Status

Provides status and performance characteristics for the network interfaces available. Includes radio statistics and Ethernet statistics.

Configuration

Allows viewing and configuration of all the interface settings including wireless LAN, network connectivity, security, FTP client, serial port and web server.

Includes the interface for delivery of OEM and user configuration files, as well as management and viewing of current configurations.

Certificates

This menu item provides the interface for certificate delivery and management. Included in this section are the abilities to view resident certificates, upload and delete certificates.

Network

With this section it is possible to locate other Airborne Device Server modules on the current network.

It is also possible to scan for available Access Points.

Maintenance

This section allows the updating of the modules firmware. You can also revert the device settings to OEM defaults and restart the module remotely.

The module locate function is also enabled in this section.

Figure 5 - Default Home Page

11.1 Navigation Bar

Figure 6- Website Navigation Bar

Table 13 - Navigation Bar Items

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11.2 Feature Links

Each Navigation Bar link gives you access to a set of Features/Fields. These are different for each Navigation option and change for different device selections. The Feature Links are located in the left hand panel of the web page. (See Figure 7.)

Figure 7- Feature Links

11.3 Navigating the Website

A standard web page looks like Figure 8. The navigation bar runs along the top of the page. Page-specific feature links are listed in the left hand pane of the page. The specific parameters are shown in the main display panel.

Figure 8 - Airborne Web Page

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