C. Crane CC Vector Quick Start Setup Manual

Quick Start Setup Guide

NOTE: Please follow the Assembly Guide and Mounting Instructions for

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your Supplied USB Antenna.

Rev 14_4/2018

START HERE:

Leave this one
unplugged

Connect other end of the USB cable to the USB Antenna.

Attach Repeater’s
Antenna

CC Vector

WiFi Repeater

Plug USB into
the CC Vector

Connect Power

Plug AC Power
into Wall

NOTE: Please do not skip any steps.

Configure Wirelessly (most popular way):

B1

1. From your computer, tablet, smartphone or
WiFi device, go to the WiFi Settings/Connections
and connect to the WiFi Name listed
on the sticker underneath the CC Vector.

2. Enter the WiFi Password when prompted.

WiFi Name

WiFi Password

OR

To Configure with a Ethernet Cable:

B2

Although the CC Vector can be set up from a tablet or a smartphone, it may be

easier to use a computer using the included 18” Ethernet cable.

Connect the Ethernet cable to your computer’s Ethernet port and to either of the
CC Vector’s Ethernet ports on the back of the device.

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After confirming you have completed Step “B”, open the Internet Browser screen on your

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device and enter 192.168.8.1 into the Address Bar. Press “Enter” on your keyboard.

NOTE: At this point you are connected to the CC Vector but your browser will likely

tell you that you are not connected to the internet. This is normal because the CC Vector
is not yet setup. Continue with the setup.

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Click the
dot next to
the WiFi
network that
you want
to repeat..

..then click

”Select”

NOTE: For best performance, your signal should be higher than 50%. For a better signal,

try adjusting the orientation and placement of the USB antenna - then click “Rescan” to
see if the signal is higher.

E

Enter Wireless

Password for

Network

in Step “D”

NOTE: If wireless password includes special characters please see #2 in the

“Troubleshooting and Tips” section on Page 3.

NOTE: If network in Step “D” does not require a password, then you will not get this

screen. Proceed to Step “F”.

..then click

”Next”

and go to

Step “F”

For
advanced
users only

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The system will reboot. Please make sure your

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computer, phone or tablet stays connected to
“CCrane” and does not automatically connect
to another WiFi network. If no response after 1
minute then close and re-open your web browser
screen.

You should now see a screen similar to this:

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If “Status” is “Connected” and “Internet Access” is “Yes”, then you are finished with the setup.

Bookmark this page with your web browser in case you need to return to it to check the
connection or change networks. You can now close this screen and continue using the
internet normally.

If “Status” is “Connected” and “Internet Access”
is “No”, please wait for 5 to 10 minutes.
If no change, please see “Troubleshooting and
Tips” #3.

Troubleshooting and Tips

1. No “Network Names” are showing under the titles for Step “D” in the Site Survey.

a. No WiFi networks in range of the USB WiFi Antenna. Try moving or re-adjust the USB
WiFi Antenna.
b. Check to make sure that the small USB connector of the USB cable is properly inserted
fully into the USB Antenna connector.
c. Make sure to use the main USB connector of the USB cable and it is inserted into the
USB Port of the CC Vector Repeater. After above is checked, click Rescan. Call C. Crane
at [phone] if you are still not able to see any “Network Names” in Step “D”.

2. For wireless networks that use spaces or special characters in the Wireless
Password such as (!@#$%^&*_), follow the instructions below:

a. Follow the included Quick Start Setup Guide to step “E”.
b. Select “Configure Manually”.
c. Select “Site Survey”.
d. Select your desired network with the existing internet connection.
e. Click “Select”.
f. Enter your wireless password in the “Pass Phrase” text box.
g. Select “Next” (you may have to use the arrow to scroll to the right to see “Next”).
h. Then select “Done”.

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Troubleshooting and Tips - Continued

3. The “Status” shows “Connected” and “Internet Access” shows “No”

In some cases, if you are at a public WiFi such as an RV Park, Hotel, Hospital, coffee shop,
etc. that requires a Username & password, or to accept the User’s Terms and Agreement,
open your browser and follow their instructions.

4. For a wireless network that has a hidden Network Name (SSID), follow the instructions
below:

a. Follow the included Quick Start Setup Guide to step “D”.
b. Select “Manual Setup” from the gray bar (at the top of the page).
c. Select “USB Wireless adapter”.
d. Select the “SSID” text box and enter the name (SSID) of your desired network with the
existing internet connection.
e. Select Network Type “Infrastructure” from the drop-down list.
f. Select the correct Security Mode from the next drop-down if you have a hidden network.
g. You will need to know ALL the correct wireless security information related to the selected
network. In some cases you may be able to find the correct security information by selecting
the hidden network from “Site Survey”. You will still need to know and enter the correct
Wireless Password or Passphrase.
h. Select “Next” (you may have to arrow over to scroll the screen to the right to see “Next”).
i. Then select “Done”.

Additional Tips

• Some devices such as smartphones, tablets, printers, etc. offer WPS
as an alternate form of WiFi connection which does not require a password.

To connect devices to the CC Vector without entering a password, press
the “WPS” button when prompted by your device to connect.
Check the WPS instructions for your computer or WiFi device.

“WPS” button

• For best performance we recommend 5 to 15 feet of separation between the CC Vector
and the USB Antenna.

• In some cases you may receive faster WiFi by rotating the USB Antenna horizontally, making
sure to aim the broad side towards the distant WiFi network.

• It is normal to receive some speed reduction when repeating a WiFi network. (Because it
has to deliver the signal twice).

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