Comnet NW1-IA870, NW1, NW1EXA, NW2-IA870, NW2 User Manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

INDUSTRIAL OUTDOOR 802.11A/N WIRELESS ETHERNET

This manual serves the following ComNet Model Numbers:

NW1 NW2 NWK1 NWK2

Thank you for purchasing NetWave® from ComNet. This installation guide applies to the following models:

NW1: Industrial Multipoint, FCC Version, User Configurable NW2: Industrial Multipoint, ETSI Version, User Configurable NWK1: Industrial Point to Point Kit, FCC Version (Includes NWK1_AP and NWK1_CL) NWK2: Industrial Point to Point Kit, ETSI Version (Includes NWK2_AP and NWK2_CL)

The NetWave® industrially hardened wireless Ethernet transmission link from ComNet™ can be configured through the embedded User Interface as a Client or as an Access Point. This point-to-multipoint model allows multiple Ethernet endpoints to be connected to a central Access Point. Up to 15 endpoints can be linked to a central access point. The NW1 and NW2 support up to 95Mbps throughput using MIMO technology. An easy to read LED array displays unit operational status along with received signal strength ensuring optimal installation and operation. The units are passive powered by PoE (Power over Ethernet) through a supplied PoE injection module. The NW1 is FCC certified and the NW2 is ETSI, DFS and TPC certified.

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL NW1/NW2

About This Guide

This guide is intended for different users such as engineers, integrators, developers, IT managers, and technicians.

It assumes that users have some PC competence and are familiar with Microsoft Windows operating systems and web browsers such as Windows Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, as well as have knowledge of the following:

» Installation of electronic equipment

» Electrical regulations and guidelines

» Knowledge of Local Area Network technology

Related Documentation 2

Website 2

Safety 2

Overview 4

Legal Information 4

1.0 Introduction 5

2.0 Point to Multi-Point – NW1 and NW2 6

3.0 Point to Point Systems – NWK1 and NW2 6

4.0 Cabling Requirements 6

5.0 Hardware Installation 7

5.1 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Ethernet Gland Installation 7

5.2 NW1 and NW2 Indicating LED Details 9

5.3 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Standard Mounting Hardware 10

5.4 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Upgrade Mounting Hardware 11

6.0 Key Default Configurations 12

7.0 Quick Configuration 13

8.0 Detailed Configuration 14

8.1 STATUS Page – Access Point 14

8.2 STATUS-Client Page - Client 17

8.3 WIRELESS SETTINGS Page – Access Point 20

8.4 WIRELESS SETTINGS-Client Page - Client 25

8.5 NETWORK SETTINGS Page – Client or Access Point 29

8.6 SYSTEM TOOLS Page – Client and Access Point 31

8.7 ADMIN Page – Client or Access Point 36

10.0 Agency Compliance 41

11.0 GPL (General Public License) Statement 43

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Overview

Legal Information

No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic and mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of ComNet.

Disclaimer

ComNet reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice. The information furnished by ComNet in this material is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, ComNet assumes no responsibility for its use.

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1.0 Introduction

The NetWave® industrially hardened wireless Ethernet transmission link from ComNet™ can be configured through the embedded User Interface as a Client or as an Access Point. This point-to-multipoint model allows multiple Ethernet endpoints to be connected to a central Access Point. Up to 15 endpoints can be linked to a central access point. The NW1 and NW2 support up to 95Mbps throughput using MIMO technology. An easy to read LED array displays unit operational status along with received signal strength ensuring optimal installation and operation. The units can be powered by an IEEE 802.3af PoE compliant switch or through the supplied power injection module. The NW1 is FCC certified and the NW2 is ETSI, DFS and TPC certified.

This manual contains detailed information covering ComNet NetWave outdoor 802.11n wireless products. NetWave was designed for use in a wide ambient operating temperature range. NetWave provides a cost effective 802.11-based solution. The units come configured for either point to point or point to multipoint applications.

This manual contains detailed operational and configuration information not covered in the quick start guides.

This guide applies to the following models:

NW1 – Industrial Multipoint, FCC Version, User Configurable

NW2– Industrial Multipoint, ETSI Version, User Configurable

NWK1 – Industrial Point to Point Kit, FCC Version (Includes NWK1_AP and NWK1_CL)

NWK2 – Industrial Point to Point Kit, ETSI Version (Includes NWK2_AP and NWK2_CL)

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2.0 Point to Multi-Point – NW1 and NW2

These individual units allow the user to configure for either multipoint access point or client operation. There is a MAC address lock feature that can be enabled through the user interface but is not enabled by default. The NWx supports integrated directional and external omni directional antennas. See the ComNet website for the latest information regarding antenna support.

Passive

Power

Injector

Passive

Power

Injector

Passive

Power

Injector

Camera

PC DVR

ComNet Gigabit

Managed Switch

with 30W PoE+

Cat5 Cable

(10/100Mbps)

PoE

NW1/IA870

(Recommended

Access Point)

NW1

(Client)

NW1

(Client)

NW1

(Client)

3.0 Point to Point Systems – NWK1 and NW2

Each point to point kit comes with a preconfigured access point and client. Both units will not only be configured to operate on the same SSID but also MAC addressed locked to each other. This simplifies installations as well as enabling higher operating EIRP for FCC versions. The NetWave preconfigured kit supports integrated directional and external omni directional antennas. See the ComNet website for the latest information regarding antenna support.

Cat5 Cable

(10/100Mbps)

Passive

Power

Injector

PC DVR

ComNet Gigabit

Managed Switch

with 30W PoE+

PoE

NW1/IA870

(Recommended

Access Point)

NWK1

(Client)

4.0 Cabling Requirements

Shielded CAT 5 or better should be used for all out of plant Ethernet connection and should be properly grounded through the PoE AC ground. Industrial grade shielded Ethernet cable is recommended to help prevent ESD damage commonly experienced with outdoor installations. Visit www.comnet.net/comnet-products/cables

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5.0 Hardware Installation

5.1 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Ethernet Gland Installation

There will be at least one cable gland included with each outdoor enclosure. Below is an image of the individual parts of the gland with an Ethernet cable routed through.

Note: The split rubber washer allows a pre-terminated Ethernet cable to be used.

Once the cable has been routed through the weather connection as shown, push the split rubber gasket into place and loosely screw the cap that goes over the rubber washer.

Below is an image with the Ethernet connection made to the node and the gland assembly about to be installed.

Once the RJ45 connection has been made, screw in the gland into the housing making sure it is tight enough for a water tight seal.

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Once the gland is tight in the housing, tighten the outer nut/cap making sure the rubber seal squeezes and seals the Ethernet cable to the gland as shown below.

Connect one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the LAN OUT port of the Power Injection Module (PIM) and the other end to LAN of the access point – as sown below.

Note: Maximum length of the RJ-45 CAT5 cable is 90 meters.

Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet cable attached to the PIM to a network device, such as a switch or to the configuration PC. Then plug the power adaptor to an AC power outlet and power plug into the socket of the PIM – as shown in the diagram below.

Note: DC Passive PoE input for the NW1 and NW2 is 24 VDC.

Ethernet Network

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5.2 NW1 and NW2 Indicating LED Details

LED VISUAL CUE INDICATION

SOLID RED Power is supplied to the NW1/NW2

OFF No power is supplied to the NW1/NW2

SOLID RED Ethernet connection is established

FLASH RED Ethernet connection is established and there is activity present

OFF No Ethernet connection established

FLASH GREEN Unit is booting up

SOLID GREEN Excellent signal strength

POWER

ETHERNET / RSSI2

SIGNAL STRENGTH:

RSSI3

RSSI34 / STATUS

POWER

ETHERNET / RSSI2

RSSI3 SOLID GREEN Good signal strength

RSSI4 / STATUS

MINIMUM SIGNAL MAXIMUM SIGNAL

Power – will illuminate when there is power applied to the Ethernet port

Ethernet – will illuminate when there is an active Ethernet connection

RSSI3 – will illuminate when the RSSI threshold goes above what is set in the RSSI LED Setting section of the WIRELESS SETTINGS page

Status/RSSI4 – Provided status during boot and will illuminate solid when the RSSI threshold goes above what is set in the RSSI LED Setting section of the WIRELESS SETTINGS page

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5.3 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Standard Mounting Hardware

This mounting hardware will support pole diameters up to 2.5 inches or 65mm.

Below are the parts contained in the standard mounting hardware

Here is the mounting hardware assembled shown in a +45° and -45°vertical position

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5.4 NW1 and NW2 Outdoor Upgrade Mounting Hardware

An upgrade to the outdoor mounting hardware is available. This optional version is of heavier construction supporting an articulating joint and is designed for wall or pole mount supporting up to a 3 inch or 76mm pole.

Note: This hardware is sold separately under part number NWBKT1

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6.0 Key Default Configurations

IP Address of Web Server 192.168.10.100 for NW K x _ AP

192.168.10.101 for all other models

LAN Mode for Web Server Static Addressing

Web Server User ID admin

Web Server Password admin

Web Server Guest User ID guest

Web Server Guest Password guest

SSID NetWave-1

WPA Pre-shared Key 12345678

Channel-Frequency (AP) Auto

Channel Spectrum Width 20/40M

Long Range Parameters Enabled and defaulted to 1000m

Note: A Reset to defaults (performed on the ADMIN page) will erase all user configurations

including the factory set MAC lock on Point to Point (NWKx) models.

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7.0 Quick Configuration

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the port labelled as IN on the power Injection Module to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

2. Connect the second Ethernet cable from the OUT port on the Power Injection Module to the NetWave LAN port.

3. Apply 24VDC to the Power Injection Module with the provided power supply. You should notice the green LED illuminate in the Power Injection Module and the power LED on the NetWave unit.

4. Set the IP address of the laptop being used to configure NetWave to static and the subnet to

192.168.10.x /24 su bne t .

5. Point the browser to 192.168.10.101. This is the default address.

6. A login prompt will pop up. Enter:

ID admin Password admin

7. Select the NETWORK SETTINGS tab and set the desired network settings.

Select Apply Settings Select Save

Note: This will be the network address for the NetWave web server. It is not necessary to set to

the same subnet as the operating network but it is recommended.

8. Select the WIRELESS SETTINGS tab and set:

• Wireless mode – Set to AP or Client (Only need to do this on the NW1 and NW1 models)

• Country code – Only required if setting up the NW2 (ETSI) model

Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct country is chosen. ComNet accepts no liability for incorrect equipment set up.

• Output RF power – if RSSI is greater than 70, it is recommended to reduce RF TX power.

• Set SSID – if changing from the default setting

• Channel Spectrum Width – May want to reduce to 20M from the default 20/40M if the 5GHz spectrum is crowded

• Wireless Security – if changing from default settings

• Select Apply Settings

• Select Save

Note: NWKx point to point kits have been set up at the factory and locked to each other. No

need to set Wireless Mode and may not need to set the IP address. These are designed to connect to each other once powered and properly aligned.

Note: NW1 and NW2 Multipoint nodes will need to have the Wireless Mode set to either AP or

Client (default is Client). And the IP addresses will need to be all set to different addresses (default address is 192.168.10.101). Once this is done, all the clients will connect to the multipoint AP with all other setting kept at default.

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8.0 Detailed Configuration

8.1 STATUS Page – Access Point

8.1.1 STATUS_AP Page MAIN Section

This section will list the unit uptime as well as the system time which can be set on the SYSTEM TOOLS page.

8.1.2 STATUS_AP Page LAN SETTING Section

LAN MAC Lists the MAC address for the electrical copper Ethernet port

Address Mode Shows the current setting for setting the IP address for the

embedded web server. This is configured on the NETWORK SETTINGS page

IP Address Current IP address for the embedded web server

Gateway IP Address IP address for the network gateway

LAN Port Connection Shows connection status for the copper Ethernet port.

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