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Document Number: 2000365 Rev. C

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Introduction ............................................................................................................................5

Product Overview.......................................................................................................................................... 5

Installation Considerations (Wireless) ...................................................................................................... 6

WLAN Configuration Requirements ......................................................................................................... 7

Installation Quick Start ............................................................................................................................. 7

Locating Software and Documentation ................................................................................................... 8

Hardware Installation and WLAN Configuration ..........................................................9

Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration ........................................................................... 9

Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP) ....................................................................................... 15

1-Port Serial Device Server Connection ................................................................................................. 18

Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge Connection................................................................................................. 19

Changing the Wireless Operating Mode Settings ................................................................................ 20

Changing the Wireless Web Interface Password ................................................................................. 22

Saving the Wireless Configuration System Settings........................................................................... 23

Loading Wireless Configuration System Settings ............................................................................... 24

Restoring Default Wireless Configuration System Settings ............................................................. 25

Using the Reset Button ............................................................................................................................ 25

Using a Web Browser ............................................................................................................................... 25

Network Configuration for the Serial Portion..............................................................27

Configuration Software ............................................................................................................................. 27

TCP/IP Socket Use (No COM or tty Support) ......................................................................................... 27

COM or tty Port with Optional Socket Mode .......................................................................................... 27

Installing, Updating, and Removing PortVision Plus......................................................................... 28

PortVision Plus Installation..................................................................................................................... 28

Updating PortVision Plus ........................................................................................................................ 28

Removing PortVision Plus........................................................................................................................ 28

Using PortVision Plus to Configure the Network Settings ............................................................... 29

Connecting Serial Devices .................................................................................................31

Connecting Devices..................................................................................................................................... 31

DB9 Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs ................................................................................................. 33

DB9 Loopback Plugs................................................................................................................................. 33

DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-232) .......................................................................................................... 34

DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-422) .......................................................................................................... 34

DB9 Straight-Through Cables (RS-232/485) ........................................................................................... 34

Configuring SocketServer..................................................................................................35

SocketServer Overview.............................................................................................................................. 35

SocketServer Versions ............................................................................................................................... 37

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Updating Firmware .............................................................................................................39

Preparing to Update Firmware................................................................................................................ 39

Methods and Tools .................................................................................................................................... 39

Latest Firmware ....................................................................................................................................... 39

Updating Firmware with PortVision Plus............................................................................................. 40

Using the Updater Utility (SocketServer and Bootloader) ............................................................... 41

Installing the RTS Updater Utility ......................................................................................................... 41

Upload Procedure ..................................................................................................................................... 41

SocketServer....................................................................................................................................... 42

Bootloader........................................................................................................................................... 43

Updating the Wireless Firmware............................................................................................................. 43

RedBoot Procedures............................................................................................................47

Establishing a Serial Connection............................................................................................................. 47

Establishing a Telnet Connection............................................................................................................ 48

Determining the Network Settings ......................................................................................................... 49

Configuring the Network Settings .......................................................................................................... 49

Determining the Bootloader Version...................................................................................................... 50

Resetting the DeviceMaster AIR.............................................................................................................. 50

Uploading Firmware................................................................................................................................... 51

Serial Method (SocketServer and Bootloader)) ....................................................................................... 51

Telnet Method (SocketServer and Bootloader)) ...................................................................................... 53

Configuring Passwords .............................................................................................................................. 54

Redboot Command Overview ................................................................................................................... 55

Hardware Specifications and Compliance Notices......................................................57

Electromagnetic Compliances .................................................................................................................. 57

Power Supply Specifications .................................................................................................................... 57

Hardware Specifications and Standards ............................................................................................... 58

Factory Default Settings for the WLAN Port ........................................................................................ 59

Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................................. 60

LEDs................................................................................................................................................................ 60

Connections .................................................................................................................................................. 61

Notices............................................................................................................................................................ 62

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105).................................................................................62

Labeling Requirements (FCC 15.19) ....................................................................................................... 62

Modifications (FCC 15.21) ........................................................................................................................ 62

Serial Cables (FCC 15.27) ........................................................................................................................ 62

Underwriters Laboratory ......................................................................................................................... 62

Important Safety Information.................................................................................................................. 62

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement ....................................................................................................... 62

Troubleshooting and Technical Support........................................................................63

Troubleshooting WLAN Port Problems.................................................................................................. 63

FAQs.......................................................................................................................................................... 63

Assigning a Static IP Address.................................................................................................................. 65

Windows 2000/XP/2003...................................................................................................................... 65

Windows 2000..................................................................................................................................... 66

Troubleshooting Checklist ....................................................................................................................... 66

General Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 68

Technical Support ....................................................................................................................................... 70

Index........................................................................................................................................71

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Product Overview

Introduction

The DeviceMaster AIR 1-Port is a one-port wireless serial device server that can be panel or DIN rail mounted. The DeviceMaster AIR utilizes the 802.11b protocol for the Ethernet connection, a DB9 male serial port, and is housed in a stainless steel enclosure. It supports RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial communication modes. The product includes an external 100VAC power supply.

A longer Ethernet cable is required during WLAN configuration.

Note: The IAD DeviceMaster AIR 1-Port is shipped with an external 100/240VAC

You must use a web browser to initially configure the wireless settings for the DeviceMaster AIR. See Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration Page 9 for web browser requirements.

The DeviceMaster AIR supports Ad Hoc or Infrastructure mode.

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power supply with both US and European style power cords.

Ad Hoc mode simply refers to peer-to-peer wireless networking. Ad Hoc does not require an access point or wireless router. Wireless devices instead communicate directly to each other in Ad Hoc mode. A basic Ad Hoc setup could consist of a DeviceMaster AIR and a PC with a wireless NIC. A more complex example would be to remove the access point and LAN Ethernet segment from the Infrastructure example on the next page.

Infrastructure mode requires a wireless access point (AP) or wireless router and is the most commonly used wireless configuration. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices can communicate with each other or can communicate with a wired network. The following drawing is an example of using the DeviceMaster AIR in Infrastructure mode.

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Installation Considerations (Wireless)

Infrastructure Mode

Designed to support ranges of 984 feet (300 meters) outdoors and up to 328 feet (100 meters) indoors, the DeviceMaster AIR allows you to access your serial devices wirelessly from virtually anywhere within its operating range.

Keep in mind, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other objects that the wireless signal must pass through may limit range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and any background RF (radio frequency) noise in your environment. The key to maximizing range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the DeviceMaster AIR and your receiving device (access points, residential gateways, and computers) to a minimum. Each wall or ceiling can reduce your DeviceMaster AIR unit’s range from 3 to 90 feet (1 to 30 meters).

2. Be aware of the direct line between the DeviceMaster AIR and the device with which it communicates, as well as between access points, residential gateways (routers), and computers. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a 45degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position access points and Adapters so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Building Materials can impede the wireless signal. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position the DeviceMaster AIR, the access points, and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that may generate extreme RF noise.

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WLAN Configuration Requirements

Installation Quick Start

The following requirements must be fulfilled to configure the DeviceMaster AIR.

• You must use a Java Script-enabled web-browser such as Internet Explorer

6.0 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Mozilla FireFox 8 or later, and Konqueror 3.2 or later.

• The computer that you are using for initial configuration must have an IP address within the same subnet as the WLAN IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR. The DeviceMaster AIR has a default WLAN IP address of 192.168.0.30 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0

• If you are setting up Ad Hoc mode, other wireless devices must be configured for Ad Hoc mode using the same channel.

• If you are setting up Infrastructure mode, a wireless access point or wireless router is required.

You will need to assign a static IP address to the computer that you are using to configure the DeviceMaster AIR, within the IP address range of the default DeviceMaster AIR IP address. For example, you can assign a static IP address of

192.168.0.2 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. If you need assistance

configuring your PC within the same range, see Assigning a Static IP Address

Page 65.

You can use the following links to quickly access and print specific procedures.

1. Configure the wireless settings using Hardware Installation and WLAN

Configuration on Page 9.

2. Configure the network and serial port attributes using the appropriate method for your environment.

• TCP/IP socket mode, see Network Configuration for the Serial Portion

Page 27.

Note: Only, use this procedure if you want to configure only the

DeviceMaster AIR port for TCP/IP socket use. If you want to configure both COM or tty usage and socket, install an NS-Link device driver.

• COM port, see Locating Software and Documentation

on Page 8 to locate the NS-Link User Guide for Microsoft Systems, which contains installation and configuration information for Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows NT.

• tty port, see Locating Software and Documentation

on Page 8 to locate the

NS-Link Installation and Configuration for Linux document.

Note: NS-Link device drivers that provide COM or tty support, also provide

socket configuration.

3. Attach the serial device. See Connecting Serial Devices

on Page 31 for

information about the connectors and building cables.

4. Configure TCP/IP socket port characteristics using SocketServer or PortVision Plus (see the appropriate help system if you need assistance).

5. Configure the DeviceMaster AIR services using SocketServer or PortVision Plus (see the appropriate help system if you need assistance).

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Locating Software and Documentation

You can use the software and documentation on the CD or access the latest files through the internet

Comtrol Utilities

LCOM

PortVision Plus, which can be used to upload firmware and manage the DeviceMaster AIR

RTS Updater

Bootloader (.bin), which refers to the operating system that runs on the DeviceMaster AIR hardware during the power on phase, which then starts SocketServer. The bootloader can be disabled and you can communicate to the device using Redboot.

Applications Download from Web

Firmware Download from Web

SocketServer (.bin), which is the DeviceMaster AIR default application that is loaded on the unit

NS-Link Drivers and User Documentation Download from Web

NS-Link Driver for Linux Systems, which is the Linux

NS-Link™ driver if you want to use tty ports.

NS-Link User Guide for Linux Systems, which contains installation and configuration procedures for a Linux NS-Link.

NS-Link Device Driver for Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003, which is the NS-Link driver

if you want to use COM ports.

NS-Link Device Driver for Windows NT, which is the NS-Link driver if you want to use COM ports.

NS-Link User Guide for Microsoft Systems, which contains installation and configuration procedures for an NS-Link

driver if you want to use COM ports.

DeviceMaster AIR User Guide

DeviceMaster AIR Quick Start, which contains an

outline of the installation and configuration procedures with links to the appropriate documentation

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Hardware Installation and WLAN Configuration

Use the Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration discussion to initially set up the DeviceMaster AIR so that you can configure the wireless settings.

The second step to installing and configuring the DeviceMaster AIR is to set up the wireless communications (WLAN). After configuring the wireless settings, you can configure the serial portion. See Network Configuration for the Serial Portion on Page 27.

Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

Use this procedure to initially set up the DeviceMaster AIR so that you can configure the wireless portion. If the wireless settings and IP address have been previously configured, go to Network Configuration for the Serial Portion

27. Initial configuration of the wireless portion does not include configuring the IP

address.

1. Assign a static IP address to the computer that you are using to configure the DeviceMaster AIR, within the IP address range of the DeviceMaster AIR.

Caution

Note: The computer that you are using for initial configuration must have an

2. Record the LAN MAC address, model, and serial number of the DeviceMaster AIR unit on the customer service label provided.

You may need the LAN MAC address during the NS-Link driver configuration. The serial number and LAN MAC address are located on a label on the device. The LAN MAC address starts with 00 C0 4E.

3. Disconnect the 4” Ethernet jumper cable from the WLAN connector.

Note: You will need to reconnect

4. Attach the antenna.

5. Place the DeviceMaster AIR on a stable surface or optionally mount the AIR using the DIN rail adapters or mounting flanges.

6. Connect the DeviceMaster AIR port labeled WLAN to the same Ethernet network segment as the host PC using a standard network cable. An Ethernet cable is shipped with the DeviceMaster AIR.

7. Apply power to the DeviceMaster AIR by connecting the AC power adapter to the DeviceMaster AIR and a power source. If you want to provide your own power supply, see Power Supply Specifications

IP address within the same range as the WLAN IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR, see Assigning a Static IP Address assistance.

the 4” Ethernet cable after configuring the WLAN network information.

Connector

on Page

on Page 65 for

WLAN

on Page 57.

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Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

8. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR WLAN IP address (default IP address is 192.168.0.30).

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR, you can use

the Reset button, which is between the antenna and the power receptacle to reset it to the factory defaults.

9. Type admin in the User Name field and select Ok.

This illustrates a Windows 2000 screen.

Note: Do not enter a password during the initial installation. A password is

configured later in this procedure.

10. Select the Run Wizard button when the Home screen appears.

Note: Optionally, you can configure the DeviceMaster AIR using the Network,

Wireless, and Admin tabs. Running the Wizard does not include

configuring the IP address. Configuring the IP address is discussed in

Network Configuration for the Serial Portion

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11. Select Next when the Welcome screen appears.

12. Optionally, enter a password in the Set Password screen, and select Next.

Note: It is recommended for security purposes, to define a password for the

DeviceMaster AIR.

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13. To configure the DeviceMaster AIR to operate in Infrastructure mode (default), use the following procedure.

Note: See Ad Hoc Mode

AIR to operate in Ad Hoc mode.

Infrastructure Mode

Infrastructure mode requires an access point or wireless router for operation.

a. Enter the SSID for the access point.

on Page 14 if you want to configure the DeviceMaster

b. Select Site Survey to select a wireless network.

Note: Optionally, you can enter the MAC address of the access point or

wireless router and skip to Step e

on Page 13.

c. Select the appropriate network and Connect.

Your site may have multiple networks available.

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Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

d. Select Close.

e. Select Next in the Set Wireless LAN Connection screen to continue.

f. Go to Step 14

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Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

Ad Hoc Mode

Use this procedure to configure the DeviceMaster AIR for Ad Hoc mode.

a. Select Ad-hoc

for the Operating Mode.

b. Enter the

SSID.

c. Enter the

Channel from the drop list. Remember, all members must use the same channel number.

Note: For a description of Ad Hoc mode, see the Product Overview

14. Optionally, select Enabled, the appropriate values for the encryption method, WEP Mode, keys, and select Next.

Encryption is disabled by default but it is recommended that you enable encryption on all wireless devices to eliminate security problems with the network.

Caution

on Page 5.

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Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP)

15. Select Restart when the Setup Completed screen appears.

16. Select Close.

17. To complete the wireless configuration, go to Configuring an IP Address

(Static or DHCP).

Note: If there are other characteristics that you need to configure such as,

wireless settings or changes through the Admin tab, you should do so before setting the DeviceMaster AIR to use DHCP; unless you are provided with the IP address that is reserved in DHCP.

18. After configuring an IP address for the wireless portion of the DeviceMaster AIR, you will need to configure the serial portion.

Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP)

Use the following procedure to configure a static IP address for the wireless portion of the DeviceMaster AIR.

1. Verify that the first phase of the configuration process occurred. See

Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

that procedure if necessary.

2. If necessary, start your web browser, and enter the DeviceMaster AIR WLAN IP address. The default WLAN IP address is 192.168.0.30.

Note: The computer that you are using for initial configuration must have an

IP address within the same range as the WLAN IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR, see Assigning a Static IP Address

assistance.

on Page 9 and perform

on Page 65 for

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Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP)

3. Enter Admin as the User Name, enter the password, and select Ok.

4. Select the Network tab.

This illustrates a Windows XP connection. Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000 are similar.

This screenshot illustrates a static IP address installation.

5. Select the appropriate type of IP addressing for your environment.

DHCP IP Addressing

Select Dynamic IP Address and select Apply.

Note: If you have not done so, give your System Administrator the WLAN

MAC address of the DeviceMaster AIR so that they can assign an IP address from the DHCP pool of reserved addresses.

Static IP Addressing

Select Static IP Address and enter appropriate values for your network and select Apply.

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Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP)

6. Select Continue.

7. Close the web browser.

8. If necessary, reset your computer’s IP address back to its original values.

9. Ping the new IP address and verify that it responds.

10. Remove the Ethernet cable from the network port and use the appropriate procedure for your environment:

• 1-Port Serial Device Server Connection

• Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge Connection

on Page 18

on Page 19

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1-Port Serial Device Server Connection

Use the following procedure to connect cables to use the DeviceMaster AIR as a wireless 1-port serial device server.

1. Reconnect the 4” Ethernet jumper cable between the WLAN and LAN port of the DeviceMaster AIR.

2. Verify that the LEDs on the top of the unit are lit.

Note: The Status LED flashes while booting

and it takes approximately 15 seconds for the bootloader to complete the cycle. See LEDs

on Page 60 for more

information.

3. Ping the IP address that you pinged in Step 9 in Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP).

If the ping fails, re-connect the WLAN port to the Ethernet network, open your web browser, enter the IP address, and check other configuration settings. See Troubleshooting

WLAN Port Problems on Page 63 for

troubleshooting procedures.

4. Go to the appropriate discussion or document to configure network information for the serial portion of the DeviceMaster AIR depending on your serial port requirements:

• TCP/IP socket configuration only, see Network Configuration for the Serial

Portion on Page 27

• COM or tty port (also supports TCP/IP socket) configuration, use the

appropriate NS-Link User Guide to install the NS-Link device driver for your operating system. See Locating Software and Documentation

on Page

8, to locate the appropriate device driver and User Guide.

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Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge Connection

Use the following procedure to use the DeviceMaster AIR as an Ethernet bridge with another DeviceMaster, for example, a DeviceMaster RTS 16-port.

Note: When the DeviceMaster AIR is used as a wireless bridge with devices with a

single Ethernet connection, the serial port on the AIR is no longer available.

1. Connect an Ethernet cable between the WLAN port of the DeviceMaster AIR and an Ethernet-enabled device such as another DeviceMaster.

WLAN

For example, to bridge the AIR to a DeviceMaster 4/8/16-port (with two Ethernet ports), connect the cable between the WLAN port on the AIR and the UP port on the other DeviceMaster model. Optionally, you can connect an Ethernet cable between the LAN port on the AIR and the Down port on a DeviceMaster 4/8/16-port to use the single serial port on the AIR.

To bridge the AIR to a DeviceMaster 16 or 32-port (with an internal power supply), connect the cable between the WLAN port on the AIR and the Network port on a DeviceMaster 16 or 32-port.

2. Verify that the Status LEDs on the other DeviceMaster unit are lit.

Note: The Status LED flashes while booting

and it takes approximately 15 seconds for the bootloader to complete the cycle. See LEDs

on Page 60 for more information. If the AIR is connected as a bridge, only the Status LED is lit.

3. Ping the IP address that you pinged in Step 9 in Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP).

4. If the ping fails, re-connect the WLAN port to the Ethernet network, open your web browser, enter the IP address, and check other configuration settings. See Troubleshooting

WLAN Port Problems on Page 63 for

troubleshooting procedures.

5. Go to the appropriate discussion or document to configure network information for the serial portion of the DeviceMaster AIR depending on your serial port requirements:

• TCP/IP socket configuration only, see Network Configuration for the Serial

Portion on Page 27

• COM or tty port (also supports TCP/IP socket) configuration, use the

appropriate NS-Link User Guide to install the NS-Link device driver for your operating system. See Locating Software and Documentation

on Page

8, to locate the appropriate device driver and User Guide.

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Changing the Wireless Operating Mode Settings

Use your web browser and the Wireless tab to change the DeviceMaster AIR wireless settings. Use the following steps to access the Wireless tab.

1. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

2. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

3. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

4. Select the Wireless tab.

5. Select Ad-hoc or Infrastructure. Infrastructure is the default setting.

6. Optionally, change the AP Name to rename your access point. This is recommended if you have more than one access point on your network.

7. If necessary, change the SSID (Service Set Identifier), default is the default setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a wireless network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name in order to communicate on the wireless network. If you choose to change the SSID from the default setting, input your new SSID name in this field. The SSID can be up to 32 characters in length.

8. If necessary, change the Channel value (the default is Channel 6). Enter a new number if you want to change the default setting. All devices on the network must be set to the same channel to communicate on the network.

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9. If necessary, set the WEP Encryption.

a. Select Enable Encryption to use WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) on the

network.

b. Make sure that all devices on the network, and the access point share the

same WEP selection (either Enable or Disable) and they must share the same WEP key. The WEP key is generated from ASCII or Hexadecimal entries that are either 64, 128, or 256 bits in length.

c. Select the Key Type (ASCII or Hexadecimal)

d. Enter the appropriate digits or letters for up to 4 keys. Select the key you

wish to use. Hexadecimal digits consist of the numbers 0 - 9 and letters A F. ASCII is a code representing English letters as numbers from 0 - 128.

10. Select the Transmission Rate for the network (default setting is 1-2-5.5-11-22 (Mbps).

11. Select the appropriate Authentication method:

• Open System - communicates the key across the network

• Shared Key - devices must have identical WEP settings to communicate

• Auto - automatically adjusts to the Authentication mode of the wireless

client

12. Select Apply if you have made any changes or additions.

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Changing the Wireless Web Interface Password

Use your web browser and the Admin tab to change the password that supports the wireless port.

1. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

2. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

3. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

4. Select the Admin tab.

5. Enter a new password. Passwords can be up to 14 characters in length.

6. Re-enter the new password in the Confirm Password box and select Apply.

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Saving the Wireless Configuration System Settings

Use your web browser and the Admin tab to save the current settings onto the local hard drive.

1. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

2. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

3. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

4. Select the Admin tab.

5. Select Save from the System Settings group.

6. Select the Save button.

7. Browse to an appropriate location and select Save.

8. Select Close.

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Loading Wireless Configuration System Settings

Use your web browser to access the Admin tab to load previously saved system settings.

If you updated the wireless firmware and want to load the configuration settings that you saved, make sure that the computer has an IP address within the same range as the WLAN IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR. After updating the wireless firmware, the DeviceMaster AIR is reset to the default IP address,

192.168.0.30.

1. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

2. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

3. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

4. Select the Admin tab.

5. Select Browse from the System Settings group, highlight the configuration file you want to load, and select Open.

6. Select Load from the System Settings group and Ok.

7. Select Continue.

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Restoring Default Wireless Configuration System Settings

There are two ways to restore the default settings on the DeviceMaster AIR:

• Reset button

• Use a web browser and the Admin tab

Using the Reset Button

Using a Web Browser

Use the Reset Button between the antenna and the power receptacle. Press the button

Reset

for a few moments to revert to the factory default settings of the DeviceMaster AIR. For a list of the defaults, see Factory

Default Settings for the WLAN Port on

Page 59.

Use your web browser to access the Admin tab to load previously saved system settings.

1. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

2. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

3. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

4. Select the Admin tab.

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Using a Web Browser

5. Select Restore from the System Settings group and Ye s.

6. Select Continue.

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Network Configuration for the Serial Portion

Use this section to configure DeviceMaster AIR network information for the serial portion.

There are many ways to configure network information, which method you choose depends on your operating system and how you plan on using the DeviceMaster AIR serial port.

Configuration Software

There are two distinct uses for the serial port, which affects the type of software that you can use to configure the serial characteristics:

• TCP/IP socket mode, without COM or tty support

• COM or tty port, with optional TCP/IP socket mode support

It is best to determine how you want to use the serial ports before you program the network settings in the DeviceMaster AIR.

TCP/IP Socket Use (No COM or tty Support)

COM or tty Port with Optional Socket Mode

To configure the DeviceMaster AIR for use as only a TCP/IP socket does not require installation of additional software. There are many methods that you can use to configure the network settings. Select the method that suits your environment.

• PortVision Plus information if you have access to a Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 system.

PortVision Plus requires that you connect the DeviceMaster AIR to the same network segment as the Microsoft system during the configuration process.

• Redboot two ways to configure network information Serial connection or Telnet connection. See Configuring the Network Settings

To use any of the DeviceMaster AIR ports as COM ports (Microsoft environment) or tty ports (Linux), you should install the NS-Link device driver DeviceMaster AIR network information for the serial portion during the driver installation.

If you are reading this from the CD, use the menu system to locate the

User Guide for your operating system or download the latest version through the

internet.

configuration works on any supported operating system and provides

is the fastest and easiest way to configure network

on Page 49 for procedures.

and configure

NS-Link

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Installing, Updating, and Removing PortVision Plus

You can install PortVision Plus from the Software and Documentation CD that came with your product or download the latest version (Locating Software and

Documentation on Page 8).

Note: PortVision Plus requires that you connect the DeviceMaster AIR to the same

network segment as the Microsoft system during the configuration process.

PortVision Plus Installation

Updating PortVision Plus

Removing PortVision Plus

Use this procedure to install PortVision Plus from a Software and Documentation CD or download the latest from the internet.

1. Install from CD, use the menu system on the CD to start the installation or browse to the appropriate CD drive and locate the \Dev_Mstr\PortVision_Plus directory.

2. Execute the PVPlus.MSI file and follow the installation wizard.

3. Optionally, launch PortVision Plus from the last installation screen and allow PortVision Plus to create shortcuts for the COM port utilities (Test Terminal and Port Monitor).

4. Select the Scan button so that PortVision Plus locates the DeviceMaster AIR units on the network.

See Using PortVision Plus to Configure the Network Settings

on Page 29 to program the DeviceMaster AIR network settings. For additional information about PortVision Plus, see the help system.

Use the following procedure to update PortVision Plus.

1. Download the latest version of PortVision Plus (Locating Software and

Documentation on Page 6).

2. Execute the PVPlus.MSI file and follow the installation wizard.

PortVision Plus updates the application automatically using the installation wizard.

You can remove PortVision Plus by executing the PVPlus.msi installation file or by using the Add/Remove control panel:

1. Open the Add or Remove control panel.

2. Highlight PortVision Plus and select the Remove button.

To fully remove PortVision Plus from your system, also remove the \Program Files\Comtrol\PortVision_Plus directory.

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Using PortVision Plus to Configure the Network Settings

You can use PortVision Plus to identify, configure, update, and manage the DeviceMaster AIR from Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 systems. PortVision Plus automatically detects and identifies DeviceMaster AIR products physically attached to the network for configuration, if they are in the same network segment.

Note: You must have SocketServer 5.10 or NS-Link 5.04 or higher for all of the

property pages to appear. See Locating Software and Documentation Page 6 to locate the latest firmware or NS-Link driver.

Use the following procedure to change the network settings on the DeviceMaster AIR.

1. If you have not done so, install PortVision Plus (Installing, Updating, and

Removing PortVision Plus on Page 28).

2. Start PortVision Plus from the Start button, Programs, Comtrol, PortVision Plus

or the PortVision Plus desktop shortcut. If this is the first time you have opened PortVision Plus:

a. Select whether or not you want PortVision Plus to create shortcuts for the

COM port utilities; Test Terminal and Port Monitor.

b. Select the Scan button and Ye s to locate DeviceMaster AIR units on the

network.

3. Highlight the DeviceMaster AIR for which you want to program network

information and open the Configure Device screen using one of these methods:

• Double-click on the DeviceMaster AIR in the List View pane

• Select the Config button

• Right-click and select Configure Device from the popup menu

Note: See the PortVision Plus help system for information about using

PortVision Plus.

4. Optionally, rename the device in the Device Name field.

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Using PortVision Plus to Configure the Network Settings

5. Change the device network properties as required for your site.

• If you want to run the device using the MAC addressing scheme, select Disable IP.

• To use the device with DHCP, select DHCP IP, and make sure that you provide the MAC address of the device to the network administrator.

• To program a static IP address, select Static IP and enter the appropriate values for your site.

Note: If you need additional information about using this screen, open

the PortVision Plus help system. You can access the help system using the Help button or go directly to the help for this property page by select the Network Settings help option the Context menu button (right),

6. Optionally, select the Email Settings property page to configure email notification services.

7. Optionally, select the RFC1006 Settings property page to configure RFC1006 settings.

8. Optionally, select the Port Settings property page to configure serial port characteristics for socket services.

9. Optionally, select Save Settings to a File to create a configuration file that you can use to configure other DeviceMaster AIR units.

10. After entering the changes, select Apply Changes.

11. Close the Configure Device window.

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Connecting Devices

Caution

Connecting Serial Devices

This section discusses connecting your serial devices. In addition, it provides you with information to build serial or test cables and loopback connectors to test the serial ports.

Use this procedure to connect asynchronous serial devices to the DeviceMaster AIR ports.

Make sure that you have configured the ports using the NS-Link driver or SocketServer for the correct communications mode before connecting any devices. The default mode in the NS-Link drivers is RS-

232. There is a remote possibility that connecting a peripheral for the wrong mode could damage the peripheral.

1. Connect your serial devices to the appropriate port on the DeviceMaster AIR using the appropriate cable. You can build your own DB9 cables using DB9

Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs on Page 33.

Note: Refer to the hardware manufacturer’s installation documentation if you

need help with connector pinouts or cabling for the peripheral device.

2. Verify that the devices are communicating properly.

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Connecting Devices

The DeviceMaster AIR 1-port has four LEDs on the top of the unit that provide information about the network connection of the serial port.

LED Description

The amber Status LED on the device is lit, indicating you have power and it has completed the boot cycle.

Status

Note: The Status LED flashes while

booting and it takes approximately 15 seconds for the bootloader to complete the cycle.

Link Act

Duplex

If the red Link Act LED is lit, it indicates a working Ethernet connection.

If the red Duplex LED is lit, it indicates full-duplex activity.

If the red 100 LED is lit, it indicates a

100

working 100 MB Ethernet connection (100 MB network, only).

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DB9 Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs

You can build your own null-modem or straight-through DB9 serial cables using the following subsections.

Pin RS-232 RS-422 RS-485

1 DCD Not used Not used 2RxD RxD- Not used 3 TxD TxD- TxD/RxD4 DTR Not used Not used 5 GND Not used† Not used† 6 DSR Not used Not used 7 RTS TxD+ TxD/RxD+ 8CTS RxD+ Not used 9 RI Not used Not Used

† Pin 5 is tied to ground on the board, but is

not used in the cable.

This illustrates the DB9 connector signals.

RS-232

DB9 Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs

DB9 Connector Pinouts

RS-422

RS-485

GND DTR TxD RxD CD

Pin 1

DB9 Male

RI CTS RTS DSR

Pin 6

Not used* Not used TxDRxDNot used

Pin 1

DB9 Male

Not used RxD+ TxD+ Not used

Pin 6

Not used* Not used TxD/RxDNot used Not used

Pin 1

* Pin 5 is tied to ground on the board,

but is not used in the cable.

DB9 Male

Not used Not used TxD/RxD+ Not used

Pin 6

DB9 Loopback Plugs Loopback connectors are DB9 female serial port plugs, with pins wired together as

shown, that are used in conjunction with application software (Test Terminal or Minicom) to test serial ports. The DeviceMaster AIR is shipped with a a single loopback plug (RS-232/422).

Note: See the appropriate NS-Link guide for information about using Test

Terminal or Minicom to test the serial ports (see Locating Software and

Documentation on Page 8).

Wire the following pins together to build additional plugs or replace a missing RS232 loopback plug:

• Pins 1 to 4 to 6

•Pins 2 to 3

• Pins 7 to 8 to 9

Pin 1

Pin 6

Pin 5

Pin 9

RS-232 Only (Back View)

The RS-232 loopback plug also works for RS-422.

Wire the following pins together for an RS-422 loopback plug:

•Pins 2 to 3

•Pins 7 to 8

Pin 1

Pin 6

Pin 5

Pin 9

RS-422 Only (Back View)

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DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-232)

DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-422)

Use the following figure if you need to build an RS-232 null-modem cable. A nullmodem cable is required for connecting DTE devices.

TxD RxD RTS CTS DSR DCD DTR GND

DB9

Pins

3 2 7 8 6 1 4

Signal

Femal e

DeviceMaster

DB9

Pins

2 3 8 7 4 1 6 5

DB25

Pins

3 2 5 4 20 8

6 7

RJ45

Pins

5 4 8 1 2 6 7 3

Signal

RxD TxD CTS RTS DTR DCD

DSR

GND

Note: You may want to purchase or build a straight-through cable and purchase a

null-modem adapter. For example, a null-modem cable can be used to connect COM2 of one PC to COM2 of another PC.

Use the following figure if you need to build an RS-422 null-modem cable.

Signal

TxD+ TxDRxD+

Fem ale

RxD- 2

DB9

Pins

7 3

Signal

RxD+ RxDTxD+ TxD-

DeviceMaster

Note: RS-422 pinouts are not standardized. Each peripheral manufacturer uses

different pinouts. Please refer to the documentation for the peripheral to determine the pinouts for the signals above.

DB9 StraightThrough Cables (RS232/485)

Use the following figure if you need to build an RS-232 or RS-485 straight-through cable. Straight-through cables are used to connect modems and other DCE devices. For example, a straight-through cable can be used to connect COM2 of one PC to COM2 to a modem.

RJ45

Signal

DCD RxD TxD or TRxDTR GND DSR

Female

RTS or TRx+

DeviceMaster

CTS

RI 9

DB9

Pins

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

DB9

Pins

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9RI

Pins

6 5 4 2 3 7 1 8

N/A

DB25

Pins

8 3 2 20 7 6 4 5 22

Signal

DCD RxD TxD or TRxDTR GND DSR RTS or TRx+ CTS

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Configuring SocketServer

SocketServer is integrated in the firmware that comes pre-installed on your DeviceMaster AIR. DeviceMaster AIR ports can be configured for TCP/IP socket access from the other hosts or for serial tunneling using the SocketServer Server Configuration page.

If you want to use any of the ports as COM or tty ports, you should install the NSLink driver, configure the COM or tty ports, and then access the Server Configuration page for the ports that you want to use as TCP/IP sockets.

.If you install and enable an NS-Link device driver, NS-Link loads on the DeviceMaster AIR.

The default operation of the DeviceMaster AIR SocketServer is to buffer networkbound data and transmit the buffered data to the network once every 50ms. This is intended to provide a reasonable trade-off between latency and network utilization.

If more control is desired when the serial port receive data is transmitted to the network, there are two user configurable features that can be used: EOL Detect and Serial Rx Timeout on the Edit Port Configuration page (SocketServer) or Port Settings property page (PortVision Plus).

You can access the web configuration page using one of the following methods:

• Enter the IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR in a web browser

• Open PortVision Plus, access the Configure Device screen using one of the following methods, and configure the appropriate property pages:

- Highlight the DeviceMaster AIR and select the Config button

- Double-click on the DeviceMaster AIR

- Right-click on the DeviceMaster AIR and select Configure Device from the

popup menu

Note: For socket service configuration procedures, see the SocketServer help

system or the PortVision Plus help system.

SocketServer Overview

TCP/IP socket mode operation is used to connect serial devices with an application that supports TCP/IP socket communications addressing.

PC or

Mainframe

IP socket

application

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Ethernet Hub

TCP/IP Socket Mode

LAN/WAN

Ethernet Hub

DeviceMaster

Serial Device

Page 36

SocketServer Overview

Serial tunneling mode is used to establish a socket connection between two DeviceMaster AIR units through an ethernet network.

DeviceMaster

Ethernet Hub

Dumb Terminal

LAN/WAN

Serial Tunneling Mode

DeviceMaster

Ethernet Hub

Printer

UDP mode is designed for applications that need faster data transmission, or that make use of UDP’s broadcast capabilities. UDP differs from TCP in that a UDP transmission does not first require a connection to be opened before sending data and the receiving device does not issue acknowledgements to the sender.

UDP Mode

1234

Ethernet Hub

Serial RS-232 connections

LAN/WAN

Ethernet Hub

DeviceMaster

In this example, four PCs receive data simultaneously from one

Serial Device

serial device.

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SocketServer Versions

The functionality of the SocketServer integrated in the firmware is the same as the NS-Link. If the NS-Link driver is running on the DeviceMaster AIR, the NSLink loads when you open a web browser session.

If the NS-Link driver is not running (not installed or not enabled), the default SocketServer loads when you open a web browser session. See Preparing to

Update Firmware on Page 39 to locate the latest firmware for the DeviceMaster

AIR.

SocketServer Versions

Sample Default SocketServer Page

Your SocketServer or NS-Link version may be different than these examples.

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SocketServer Versions

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Caution

Updating Firmware

Use this section to update firmware on the DeviceMaster AIR. The DeviceMaster AIR has three upgradable sets of firmware on the device from the factory.

• The wireless firmware provides a web interface to configure the wireless Ethernet port. See Updating the Wireless Firmware

• Bootloader refers to the operating system that runs on the DeviceMaster AIR hardware during the power on phase, which then starts SocketServer and the wireless firmware. The bootloader can be disabled and you can communicate to the device using Redboot.

Note: Make sure that power is not interrupted while uploading Bootloader.

Power interruption while uploading Bootloader will require that the DeviceMaster AIR must be sent in so that it can be reflashed.

• SocketServer is integrated in the firmware that comes pre-installed on your DeviceMaster AIR platform which provides an interface to TCP/IP socket mode configuration and services.

Note: This section contains SocketServer update information for installations that

are NOT running an NS-Link driver.

If you are using an NS-Link driver, you should upgrade the driver, which automatically updates the latest SocketServer version. You can download the latest driver (see Locating Software and Documentation

If you are not successful uploading SocketServer to the DeviceMaster AIR the first time, do not upload Bootloader. If Bootloader fails the upload process, you will need to send the unit in to be reflashed.

on Page 43.

on Page 8).

Preparing to Update Firmware

Depending on what firmware you want to update will affect how to update the firmware.

Methods and Tools There are several methods and tools that you can use to update the firmware.

• PortVision Plus is the easiest way to update the Bootloader or SocketServer using Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Server 2003 system. See

Updating Firmware with PortVision Plus

• RTS Updater Utility is the easiest way to upgrade firmware if you have a Windows NT system. See Using the Updater Utility

Bootloader) on Page 41 for this method.

• Redboot two ways to configure network information Serial connection or Telnet

connection. See Serial Method

Telnet Method

want to use.

• You must use web browser to update the wireless firmware (see Updating the

Wireless Firmware on Page 43).

Latest Firmware You may also need to download the latest firmware file.

• Wireless Firmware http://support.comtrol.com/

download.asp?partnumber=1800256

configuration works on any supported operating system and provides

(SocketServer and Bootloader)) on Page 51 or

(SocketServer and Bootloader)) on Page 53 for the method you

on Page 40 for this method.

(SocketServer and

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Updating Firmware with PortVision Plus

• Bootloader http://support.comtrol.com/download.asp?partnumber=1800110

• SocketServer http://support.comtrol.com/download.asp?partnumber=1800111

If necessary, unzip (unpackage) the file, if the file extension is .tgz. If the downloaded file has a .bin extension, it is not necessary to unpackage the file.

Note: You can use the latest version of Winzip

environment. The .tgz file extracts to a .tar file and the .tar file extracts to the .bin file.

Updating Firmware with PortVision Plus

You can use this procedure to upload firmware.

Note: PortVision Plus cannot upload the wireless firmware. See Updating the

Wireless Firmware on Page 43.

1. Make sure that you have downloaded and if necessary, unzipped the firmware. See Latest Firmware

2. Highlight the device that you want to update or shift-click and select multiple devices.

(above), if you need to download the firmware.

to unzip the firmware in a Microsoft

3. Right click and select Upload Firmware (or the Upload button), browse to the bootloader or SocketServer .bin file, and select Open.

4. Select Ye s to the Upload Firmware message that warns you that this is a sensitive process.

It may take a few moments for the firmware to upload onto the device. The device will reboot itself during the upload process.

5. Select Ok.

6. In the next minute, PortVision Plus updates the List View pane and displays the new firmware version.

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Using the Updater Utility (SocketServer and Bootloader)

After you have installed the RTS Updater Utility, use the following procedures to update the Bootloader or SocketServer firmware.

Installing the RTS Updater Utility

If you do not have the RTS Updater Utility installed, you can install from the Comtrol CD shipped with your product or download the latest version from:

http://support.comtrol.com/download.asp?partnumber=1800165

Note: Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 users can use

PortVision Plus. The RTS Updater Utility mainly supports Windows NT.

Use the following procedure to install or update the RTS Update utility.

1. Unzip the 1800165#.exe file if you downloaded or unzip the utility from the Comtrol CD, which automatically starts the Installation wizard.

where # represents a file version, such as, A or B

2. Follow the Installation wizard.

Upload Procedure Use the following procedure to update the Bootloader firmware on the

DeviceMaster AIR.

1. Verify that you have the .bin file and RTS Updater utility discussed in

Preparing to Update Firmware

on Page 39.

2. From the Start button, select Programs>Comtrol Utility>DeviceMaster RTS Update Utility>dmrtsupd.exe.

3. Enter IP address of DeviceMaster AIR that you want to update.

4. Go to the appropriate discussion to update the firmware:

• Bootloader

• SocketServer

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on Page 43

on Page 42

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SocketServer

SocketServer Use this procedure to upload SocketServer.

1. Select the Query button. If you have an NS-Link driver running, it will display the NS-Link version.

Note: If you did not close the application after

updating the Bootloader, the application will respond with the Bootloader version. If this occurs, close the application and restart it.

2. Select Ok after you confirm that it is the DeviceMaster AIR that you want to update.

Note: If it is not the correct DeviceMaster

AIR, enter correct IP address and repeat Step 1.

3. Browse to the location of the .bin file for SocketServer.

4. Select the Download button to start the update procedure.

5. Select the Close button after the download has completed.

6. Verify the new SocketServer version:

a. Select the Reset button.

Note: There will be no screen change. If the DeviceMaster AIR is local,

watch the Ethernet LEDs to confirm that the DeviceMaster AIR did reset.

b. After the DeviceMaster AIR loads, select the Query button and confirm

that version numbers did change.

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Bootloader Use this procedure to upload Bootloader.

1. Select the Reset button and quickly select the Query button.

Note: If it displays the NS-Link or

SocketServer version, repeat Step 1.

2. Select Ok after you confirm that it is the DeviceMaster AIR that you want to update.

Note: If it is not the correct DeviceMaster AIR,

enter the correct IP address and perform Steps 1 and 2.

3. Browse to the location of the .bin file for Bootloader.

Bootloader

4. Select the Download button to start the update procedure.

5. Select the Close button after the download has completed.

6. Verify the new Bootloader version:

a. Select the Reset button and quickly select the

Query button.

Note: If it displays the NS-Link or

SocketServer version, repeat Step a.

b. Exit the application after resetting the

device, even if you plan on updating the SocketServer.

If you do not close the application you may not be able to query for the SocketServer version.

Updating the Wireless Firmware

Use your web browser and the Administrator tab to upgrade the firmware that supports the wireless port.

When you update the firmware, the wireless configuration settings are reset to the

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Updating the Wireless Firmware

default settings (Factory Default Settings for the WLAN Port on Page 59).

You may want to save the wireless configuration settings but to upload the settings, you will need to configure a host within the same range as the default WLAN IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR (192.168.0.30). To save the configuration settings, see Saving the Wireless Configuration System Settings Page 23.

1. Make sure that you have downloaded and, if necessary, unzipped the wireless

2. Connect the DeviceMaster AIR directly to a LAN network using an Ethernet

3. Open the web browser and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

4. Select or type in user name in the User Name field.

5. Enter the password, if a password was configured during initial installation.

firmware (Latest Firmware

on Page 39).

cable between the WLAN connector on the DeviceMaster AIR and the Ethernet network.

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6. Select the Admin tab.

Updating the Wireless Firmware

7. Select Browse from the Firmware Upgrade group.

8. Locate the file that you downloaded and select Open.

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Updating the Wireless Firmware

9. Select Apply.

10. Select Continue.

11. You will need to reconfigure the wireless settings of the DeviceMaster AIR.

• If you saved the configuration settings, see Loading Wireless Configuration

System Settings on Page 24.

• To reconfigure the wireless settings you can use the Run Wizard on the

Home page, see Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

Page 9.

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RedBoot Procedures

Use this section as a reference if you want to perform tasks in Redboot. Typcially, most of these procedures can be performed using PortVision Plus.

You can use a serial connection between Port 1 on the DeviceMaster AIR and a COM port on a PC. If you plan on using the serial method, you will need a null modem cable and a terminal program installed and configured on the PC.

Note: Use the serial connection method, if the DeviceMaster AIR is not on the same

Ethernet network segment as the PC.

You can use a telnet connection, if the DeviceMaster AIR is locally accessible by Ethernet.

Note: Telnet is not recommended in Microsoft environments, unless you are

familiar with Telnet use in your particular operating system.

If necessary, see Establishing a Serial Connection

Telnet Connection on Page 48 to disable the bootloader before performing any of

these procedures.

on Page 47 or Establishing a

Establishing a Serial Connection

Use the following procedure to set up serial connection with a terminal server program (for example, HyperTerminal

1. Connect the null-modem cable shipped with your device from an available COM port on your PC to Port 1 on the DeviceMaster AIR.

Note: If you cannot locate the cable shipped with the DeviceMaster AIR, see

DB9 Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs

2. Configure a terminal server program (such as, HyperTerminal or Minicom) to the following values:

• Bits per second = 57600

• Data bits = 8

•Parity = None

•Stop bits = 1

• Flow control = None

3. Reset the DeviceMaster AIR.

Note: Depending on the model, disconnect and reconnect the power cable

(external power supply and no power switch) or turn the power switch on and then off (internal power supply).

4. Immediately type #!DM and press Enter in the terminal program.

5. At the RedBoot> prompt, type dis, and press Enter.

Note: If you do not disable the loading feature of

the bootloader within the time-out period (default is fifteen seconds), an application will be loaded from flash and started. If this happens, repeat Steps 3 through 5. The #!DM command is the only case-sensitive command and must be in uppercase.

6. Verify that the system responds with a Loading disabled message.

or Minicom) and the DeviceMaster AIR.

on Page 33.

#!DM RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

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Establishing a Telnet Connection

7. Go to the appropriate task:

• Determining the Network Settings

• Configuring the Network Settings

on Page 49

• Determining the Bootloader Version

• Resetting the DeviceMaster AIR

• Uploading Firmware

• Configuring Passwords

on Page 51

on Page 54

• Redboot Command Overview

on Page 50

on Page 55.

on Page 50

Establishing a Telnet Connection

Use the following procedure to telnet to the DeviceMaster AIR.

Note: If you are not familiar with telnet, this procedure may be difficult to use.

1. Open a telnet session, enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address, and the webserver password, if required.

Note: Press the Enter key if you have not programmed a password.

2. Type reset, and close the session.

3. Open a new telnet session, enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address, and the password.

4. Type dis to disable the bootloader.

$ telnet 192.168.250.250 Trying 192.168.250.250... Connected to 192.168.250.250. Escape character is ‘^]’. Password:

Comtrol DeviceMaster Boot Version 1.20 RedBoot(tm) debug environment - built 14:57:53 Jun 21 2004 Platform: Comtrol DeviceMaster (ARM 7TDMI) Portions Copyright (C) 2000. Red Hat, Inc. Portions Copyright (C) 2001-2004. Comtrol Corp. RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

Default IP Address

5. Verify that the system responds with a Loading disabled message.

6. Go to the appropriate task:

• Determining the Network Settings

• Configuring the Network Settings

• Determining the Bootloader Version

• Resetting the DeviceMaster AIR

• Uploading Firmware

• Configuring Passwords

on Page 51

on Page 54

• Redboot Command Overview

on Page 49

on Page 50

on Page 55.

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Determining the Network Settings

If you are not sure what the network information is on a DeviceMaster AIR, you can perform the following procedure.

1. Establish communications with the DeviceMaster AIR using the serial (Page

47) or telnet (Page 48) method.

Default Network Settings

IP address:

192.168.250.250

Subnet mask:

255.255.0.0

Gateway address:

192.168.250.1

2. At the RedBoot prompt, type ip.

RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

RedBoot> ip IP Config: IpAddr 192.168.250.250 IpMask 255.255.0.0 IpGate 192.168.250.1

RedBoot>

The IP address, subnet mask, and IP gateway values will display.

Configuring the Network Settings

The following subsections show you how to establish a communications link with Redboot on the DeviceMaster AIR, by using one of these methods:

• Serial connection between Port 1 on the DeviceMaster AIR and a COM port on a PC.

If you do not know the IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR you must use a serial connection to communicate with the DeviceMaster AIR.

• Telnet connection requires that you know the IP address. In addition, the IP address must also be valid for the network to which it is attached. For example: The network segment must be 192.168.250.x to telnet to the DeviceMaster AIR default IP.

Use the following procedure to program the IP address using Redboot.

1. Establish communications with the DeviceMaster AIR using the serial (Page

47) or telnet (Page 48) method.

2. Enter ip [addr mask gateway] and press the Enter key to configure the IP address.

Where:

addr = IP address you want to use mask = matches you network subnet mask gateway = assigned by your network administrator

Make sure that each value is separated by a space.

Determining the Network Settings

RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

RedBoot> ip RedBoot> ip IP Config: IpAddr

RedBoot> reset ... Resetting

###.###.###.### ###.###.###.### ###.###.###.###

###.###.###.### IpMask ###.###.###.### IpGate ###.###.###.###

3. Verify that Redboot responds with your configured network information or reissue the command.

4. Type reset to reset the DeviceMaster AIR, if you do not have any other related Redboot tasks.

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Determining the Bootloader Version

Use the following procedure to determine what bootloader version is loaded in the DeviceMaster AIR.

1. Establish communications with the DeviceMaster AIR using the serial (Page

47) or telnet (Page 48) method.

2. At the RedBoot prompt, type version.

RedBoot> version

Comtrol DeviceMaster Boot Version 1.20 RedBoot(tm) debug environment - built 14:57:53, Jun 21 2004 Platform: Comtrol DeviceMaster (ARM 7TDMI) Portions Copyright (C) 2000. Red Hat, Inc. Portions Copyright (C) 2001-2004. Comtrol Corp. RedBoot>

The bootloader information will display.

3. To update the bootloader on the DeviceMaster AIR, make sure that you download the latest version and see Updating Firmware

4. Type reset to reset the DeviceMaster AIR, if you do not have any other related Redboot tasks.

on Page 39.

Resetting the DeviceMaster AIR

When you have completed your tasks in Redboot, you must enter a reset command at the RedBoot> prompt for the DeviceMaster AIR to begin operation.

Note: The LEDs on the DeviceMaster AIR will go through the power up sequence.

The unit has completed its reset cycle when the PWR or Status LED is lit and it stops flashing.

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Uploading Firmware

Use the appropriate procedure for your environment:

• Serial Method

• Telnet Method

(SocketServer and Bootloader)) on Page 51

(SocketServer and Bootloader)) on Page 53

Uploading Firmware

Serial Method (SocketServer and Bootloader))

The procedure for updating the Bootloader and SocketServer are the same, but the .bin files are unique.

1. Verify that you have the .bin file (Latest Firmware

Establishing a Serial Connection

on Page 47).

on Page 39) and cable

2. Connect a null modem cable from an available COM port on your PC to Port 1 on the DeviceMaster AIR.

3. Start the terminal program and configure your terminal server program (for example, HyperTerminal or MiniCom) to the following values:

• Bits per second = 57600

• Data bits = 8

•Parity = None

•Stop bits = 1

• Flow control = None

4. Reset the DeviceMaster AIR (disconnect and reconnect the power cable).

5. Immediately type #!DM and press Enter in your terminal program.

#!DM

RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

6. At the RedBoot> prompt, type dis, and press Enter.

Note: If you are unsuccessful in disabling the Bootloader within ten seconds,

type reset, #!DM, and dis again. The #!DM command is the only casesensitive command and must be in uppercase.

7. Verify that the system responds with an Loading disabled message.

8. Type load -r -b 0 -m x at the RedBoot> prompt and press Enter.

RedBoot> load -r -b 0 -m x CC

9. Upload the file using Xmodem for the protocol. For example, if you are using HyperTerminal:

a. Select Transfer.

b. Select Send File.

c. Browse to the location where you

stored the file from Latest

Firmware on Page 39.

d. Select Xmodem as the protocol.

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The file name in this screen shows the Bootloader.

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Serial Method (SocketServer and Bootloader))

e. Select the Send button.

10. When the RedBoot> prompt appears (after approximately one minute for the Bootloader and approximately three minutes for SocketServer), type go.

CCCCCCRaw load done: 542721 bytes read Address range: 00000000-00084800, Entry point: 00000000,

xyzModem - CRC mode, 4241(SOH)/0(STX)/0(CAN) packets, 8 tries RedBoot> go

... Erase from 0x05030000-0x050c0000: .........

... Program from 0x00000000-0x00084801 at 0x05060000: ... ... Erase from 0x050f0000-0x05400000: . ... Program from 0x007a0000-0x007b0000 at 0x053f0000: .

The file name in this screen shows the Bootloader.

Note: In a few seconds, the ethernet and PWR LEDs cycle through a light

sequence once and then upgrade is complete.

11. If you updated SocketServer: type, fis list and press Enter at the RedBoot> prompt.

RedBoot> fis list Name FLASH addr Mem addr Length Entry point FIS_directory 0x053F0000 0x053F0000 0x00010000 0x00000000 default 0x05030000 0x00000000 0x00090000 0x00000000 RedBoot>

Note: You should see file information for a file called default. If you do not see

this file, repeat the process starting with Step 6

12. Reset the DeviceMaster AIR by typing reset at the RedBoot> prompt.

RedBoot> reset . . .Resetting

Note: In a few seconds the ethernet and PWR LEDs cycle through a light

sequence once and the update is complete.

13. Start your internet browser and enter the IP address of the DeviceMaster AIR to verify that the new version of SocketServer loads.

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Telnet Method (SocketServer and Bootloader))

Use the following procedure to update the Bootloader or SocketServer with telnet to the DeviceMaster AIR.

1. Verify that you have the .bin file (Latest Firmware

on Page 39).

2. Open a telnet session, type reset, and close the session.

3. Open a new telnet session and enter the DeviceMaster AIR IP address.

$ telnet 192.168.250.250 Trying 192.168.250.250... Connected to 192.168.250.250. Escape character is ‘^]’.

Default IP Address

4. Enter the webserver password.

Note: Press the Enter key if you have not programmed a password.

Password:

Comtrol DeviceMaster Bootloader Version 1.20 RedBoot(tm) debug environment - built 14:57:53, Jun 21 2004 Platform: Comtrol DeviceMaster (ARM 7TDMI) Portions Copyright (C) 2000. Red Hat, Inc. Portions Copyright (C) 2001-2004. Comtrol Corp. RedBoot>

5. At the Redboot prompt: type dis and press Enter to disable the bootloader.

RedBoot>dis Loading disabled

6. Verify that the system responds with an Loading disabled message.

7. Load the file from a TFTP server using the following command and press the

Enter key:

load -r -b 0 -h <TFTP-Server_IP_Addr> <Downloaded_File_Name>

Note: The default IP address is: 192.168.250.250.

RedBoot> load -r -b 0 -h 192.168.250.1 1800110.bin CCCCRaw load done: 139521 bytes read Address range: 00000000-00022100, Entry point: 00000000. xyzModem - Cksum mode, 1091(SOH)/0(STX)/0(CAN) packets, 6 retries RedBoot>

8. When the RedBoot> prompt appears (after approximately one minute if you are uploading the Bootloader and approximately three minutes if you ware uploading SocketServer), type go.

RedBoot>go

If uploading Bootloader: In a few seconds the ethernet and PWR LEDs cycle through a light sequence once and the update is complete.

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Configuring Passwords

If uploading SocketServer:

a. At the RedBoot> prompt, type: fis list and press Enter.

RedBoot> fis list Name FLASH addr Mem addr Length Entry point FIS_directory 0x053F0000 0x053F0000 0x00010000 0x00000000 default 0x05030000 0x00000000 0x00090000 0x00000000 RedBoot>

Note: You should see file information for a file called default. If you do not

see this file, repeat the process starting with Step 7

b. Reset the DeviceMaster AIR by typing reset at the RedBoot> prompt.

Note: In a few seconds the ethernet and PWR LEDs cycle through a light

sequence once.

c. Start your internet browser and enter the IP address of the DeviceMaster

AIR to verify that the new version of SocketServer loads.

Note: Your SocketServer version may be different. The default IP address is:

192.168.250.250.

If it displays an NS-Link version, you must update the driver to update the SocketServer. If you want to only run the ports in socket mode (not COM mode), you can remove the NS-Link driver.

Configuring Passwords

This section discusses how to configure a password for the web and telnet server.

Note: See the PortVision Plus or SocketServer help system for information about

Use the following procedure to establish the DeviceMaster AIR password for the Web and telnet server. Establishing a password prevents unauthorized changes to the DeviceMaster AIR configuration.

1. Establish communications with the DeviceMaster AIR using the serial (Page

2. Type password [your_password] and press Enter.

email notification.

51) or telnet method (Page 48).

Note: If you forget your password, you can reprogram the password using the

serial method which bypasses the password.

Password:

Note: The bootloader version on your DeviceMaster AIR may be different than

the version displayed in this graphic.

See the auth command in the Redboot Command Overview

on Page 55 if you want

to set up Web browser authentication.

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Redboot Command Overview

The following table is an overview of Redboot commands available. You can access the list of commands online by entering help and pressing the Enter key.

RedBoot Command Description

auth

{noaccess, none, basic, md5, invalid}

boardrev† Displays board revision.

cache [ON | OFF] Manages machine caches.

disable Disables automatic load of the default application.

dump -b <location> -l <length>

fis {cmds}

go [-w <timeout>] [entry] Executes code at a location.

help <topic> Displays available Redboot commands.

ip {addr mask gateway} Displays or sets the IP address configuration.

load {-r} {-v} {-h <host>} {-m {TFTP | xyzmodem}} {-b <base_addr>} <file_name>

loop 232|422|int port-number Runs loopback test on port.

mac† Displays ethernet MAC address.

model† Shows model number.

password {password} Sets the password.

reset

telnet [disable | enable} Sets or displays telnet server enable. Disables telnet.

teltimeout [seconds] Shows or sets telnet time-out.

terse Terse command response mode.

timeout {seconds} Displays or sets bootloader timeout value.

t485 port #1 port #2 Runs port-to-port RS-485 test.

version Displays RedBoot version information.

† Do not use these commands to change the values. Doing so may cause the

DeviceMaster AIR to stop functioning.

Redboot Command Overview

Sets or displays web authentication.

The default is set to none, which means that there is no authentication required to access the web server.

To deny access to the web server, select noaccess or invalid. If access is attempted, a message appears to notify the user that access is denied.

To configure the web server to request an unencrypted password, select basic.

To configure the web server to request an encrypted password, select md5. (Some browsers do not support the md5 command.)

Displays (hex dump) of a range of memory.

Manages flash images. See the Redboot User’s Guide (located at this address on the CD or ftp site: Dev_Mstr\AIR\Software\RedBoot\User_Guide) for {cmds} information.

Loads a file from TFTP server or XModem.

Resets the DeviceMaster AIR. You must reset after changing an IP address.

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Hardware Specifications and Compliance Notices

The following subsections contain specifications and safety notices for the DeviceMaster AIR.

Electromagnetic Compliances

This table lists electromagnetic compliances for the DeviceMaster family.

Emission:

Canadian EMC requirements ICES-003

CISPR-22: 1997 European Standard EN55022

Amendment A1: 2000

FCC Part15 Subpart B: Class A limit

Immunity: EN55024: 1998

IEC 1000-4-2: EN61000-4-2: 1995 ESD IEC 1000-4-3: EN61000-4-3: 1996 RF IEC 1000-4-4: EN61000-4-4: 1994 Fast Transient IEC 1000-4-5: EN61000-4-5: 1995 Surge IEC 1000-4-6: EN61000-4-6: 1996 Conducted disturbance IEC 1000-4-8: EN61000-4-8: 1994 Magnetic field IEC 1000-4-11: EN61000-4-11: 1994 Dips and Voltage Variations

Safety:

IEC 60950/EN60950 CSA C22.2 No. 60950/UL 60950, Third Edition

Electromagnetic Compliances Status

: 1998

Yes

Power Supply Specifications

This table provides the external power supply specifications.

Power Connector

Standard model:

Coaxial 5.5±0.1 x 2.1 mm

IAD and International models:

Coaxial 5.5±0.1 x 2.1 mm

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VDC

External Power

Supply

Input line frequency Input line voltage Output voltage Output current

Specification

60 Hz 100 - 120 5VDC

2.0A (Min) @ 5VDC

50 - 60 Hz 100 - 240 5VDC

2.0A (Min) @ 5VDC

VAC

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Hardware Specifications and Standards

The following table lists hardware specifications for the DeviceMaster AIR. See

Power Supply Specifications

information.

Item Specification

on Page 57 for detailed power supply specification

Current consumption

1.1A @ 5VDC

Power consumption 5.5 W

Processor type ARM7

Memory 8MB SDRAM/4MB flash

Serial interface RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485

Serial connector type DB9

Serial baud rate/port (maximum) 230.4 Kbps

NS-Link control:

Data bits Parity Stop bits

7 or 8 Odd, Even, None 1 or 2

LAN Ethernet interface 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Auto MDI/MDIX

LAN Ethernet network default

values: IP address Subnet mask Gateway

LAN Ethernet network protocols

192.168.250.250

255.255.0.0

192.168.250.1

TCP, UDP, BOOTP, TFTP, ICMP, ARP, SNMP (MIB-II), Telnet, HTTP

WLAN Ethernet interface 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Auto MDI/MDIX

WLAN Ethernet network default

WLAN Ethernet protocols

WLAN data rates with automatic fallback

See Factory Default Settings for the WLAN

Port on Page 59.

IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u

22Mbps, 11Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 2Mbps, 1Mbps

WLAN port encryption 64-bit RC4, 128-bit RC4, 256-bit RC4

WLAN port media access control CSMA/CA with ACK

WLAN port frequency range 2.4 GHz to 2.4385 GHz

Indoors - Up to 328 ft. (100m)

WLAN port operating range

Outdoors - Up to 1,312 ft. (400m)

Environmental factors may adversely affect range

PBCC - Packet Binary Convolutional Coding

WLAN port modulation technology

DSSS - Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum

11-chip Barker sequence

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Item Specification

WLAN port modulation techniques

WLAN port transmitter output power

WLAN port external antenna type

WLAN port over-driving levels Tolerates up to +17dBm at the antenna

SNMP support Monitoring only.

Dimensions (without antenna) 4.57” x 5.5” x 1.94”

Weight (device, only; excluding

power supply)

Factory Default Settings for the WLAN Port

PBCC (22Mbps/8.5db) PBCC (11Mbps/4.5db) CCK (11Mbps/8.5db) PBCC (5.5Mbps/1.5db) CCK (5.5Mbps/5.5db) Barker (2Mbps/3db) Barker (1Mbps/0db)

15dBm ± 2dB

Detachable 1.0dB gain with reverse SMA connector

15 oz

This table illustrates the DeviceMaster AIR WLAN port defaults. You can reset the DeviceMaster AIR to the factory defaults by selecting the Reset button.

WLAN Port Default Setting

Operating Mode Infrastructure

SSID default

Channel 6

Transmission rates

Auto

Encryption No

Administrator password

Blank (no password needed)

IP address mode Static

IP address 192.168.0.30

Subnet mask 255.255.255.0

Username admin (all lower case)

Reset

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Environmental Specifications

This table list environmental conditions.

Environmental Conditions Value

LEDs

Air temperature:

System on (operational)* System off (storage)

Altitude 0 to 10,000 feet

Heat output 17.66 BTU/Hr

Humidity (non-condensing):

System on (operational) System off (storage)

Mean time between failures (MTBF): 17.8 years

Surge protection** on all serial ports

* If this product is stacked, the environmental air flow must insure that

the Ambient Operating Temperature does NOT exceed these limits.

** Ethernet components are rated to 1.5KV magnetic surge protection, in

addition to the surge protection level listed above.

The DeviceMaster AIR has four LEDs on the top of the unit that provide information about the network connection of the serial port.

Note: If you are using the

DeviceMaster AIR as a bridge, only the Status LED is functional.

•The amber Status LED on the device is lit, indicating you have power and it has completed the boot cycle.

Note: The Status LED flashes while

booting and it takes approximately 15 seconds for the bootloader to complete the cycle.

•If the red Link Act LED is lit, it indicates a working Ethernet connection between the LAN and WLAN port on the AIR.

•If the red Duplex LED is lit, it indicates full-duplex activity between the LAN and WLAN port on the AIR.

•If the red 100 LED is lit, it indicates a working 100 MB Ethernet connection between the LAN and WLAN port on the AIR.

0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)

-20°C to 75°C (4°F to 167°F)

20% to 80% 8% to 80%

Provides ESD surge protection minimum of 15KV @ 200A for a duration of 1 ns.

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Connections

The DeviceMaster AIR has four connectors on the back of the unit:

LAN

Power

• LAN: this RJ45 auto-sensing MDI/ MIDX port provides connection to a network device using a Category 5 Ethernet cable. The auto-sensing MDI/ MIDX port can use either a straightthrough or cross-over cable.

Comtrol provides an Ethernet jumper cable that is connected between the

WLAN Reset

LAN and WLAN connectors to support one serial port.

If you use the DeviceMaster AIR as a bridge, you will not have any cables connected to the LAN connector.

• WLAN: this RJ45 auto-sensing MDI/MIDX port provides connection to a network device using a Category 5 Ethernet cable. The auto-sensing MDI/ MIDX port can use either a straight-through or cross-over cable.

Note: Category 5 is the most reliable grade of twisted pair cable. Always check

to make sure that you have selected the correct type of cable for your other devices on the network.

An Ethernet cable is connected between the WLAN connector and the same network segment as a PC during initial installation to configure the wireless settings. The default IP address for the WLAN port is 192.168.0.30.

After configuration, you will need to reconnect the Ethernet jumper cable between the LAN and WLAN connectors to use the DeviceMaster AIR as a 1port serial device. To use the DeviceMaster AIR as a bridge, connect an Ethernet cable between the WLAN port and an Ethernet port of another device, such as a DeviceMaster RTS 8 to create eight wireless serial ports.

• Reset Button: press this internal button for a few moments to revert to the factory default settings of the DeviceMaster AIR. See Factory Default Settings

for the WLAN Port on Page 59.

• Power Receptor: connect one end of the 5 VDC power adapter (included) to the power receptor on the DeviceMaster AIR and connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.

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Notices

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105)

Labeling Requirements (FCC

15.19)

Modifications (FCC

15.21)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital devices pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Comtrol Corporation may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Serial Cables (FCC

15.27)

Underwriters Laboratory

Important Safety Information

Warning

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment is certified for Class A operation when used with unshielded cables on models with the RJ45 connectors and with shielded cables on all models with DB9 connectors.

This equipment is Underwriters Laboratory “UL” listed.

To avoid contact with electrical current:

• Never install electrical wiring during an electrical storm.

• Never install the power plug in wet locations.

• Use a screwdriver and other tools with insulated handles.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of about eight inches (20cm) between the radiator and your body.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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Troubleshooting and Technical Support

This section contains troubleshooting information for your Comtrol device. You should review the following subsections before calling Technical Support because they will request that you perform many of the procedures or verifications before they will be able to help you diagnose a problem.

• Troubleshooting WLAN Port Problems

• Troubleshooting Checklist DeviceMaster AIR

• General Troubleshooting

If you cannot diagnose the problem, you can contact Technical Support

Troubleshooting WLAN Port Problems

The following subsections only discuss troubleshooting information for the WLAN Ethernet port on the DeviceMaster AIR.

FAQs This section provides solutions to situations that can occur during the installation

and operation of the DeviceMaster AIR Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge. Read the following descriptions if you are having problems.

on Page 66, for overall troubleshooting of the

on Page 68

on Page 70.

Questions/Problem Answers

How do I assign a static IP address in Windows 2000/XP/2003?

I cannot connect to another wireless client in Ad-hoc mode.

I cannot connect to an access point or wireless router.

See Assigning a Static IP Address

The DeviceMaster AIR has a default SSID of default. Make sure that the SSID on the DeviceMaster AIR is exactly the same as the SSID on the other wireless client.

The DeviceMaster AIR has a default channel of 6. Make sure that the channel on the DeviceMaster AIR is exactly the same as the channel on the other wireless client.

Make sure that the SSID on the DeviceMaster AIR is exactly the same as the SSID on the access point or wireless router.

Move the DeviceMaster AIR and access point or Wireless router into the same room and then test the wireless connection.

Disable all security settings. (WEP, MAC address Control, AES)

Turn off your access point and the device with the DeviceMaster AIR. Turn on the access point, and then turn on the device with the DeviceMaster AIR.

Make sure that the DeviceMaster AIR is set to Infrastructure mode.

on Page 65.

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FAQs

Questions/Problem Answers

Reset the access point to its factory default settings

I forgot my encryption key.

and restore the DeviceMaster AIR to its factory default settings. You may do this by pressing the Reset button on the back of the unit. You will lose the current configuration settings.

Check that the LED indicators for the broadband modem are indicating normal activity. If not, there may be a problem with the broadband connection.

Check that the LED indicators on the wireless router are functioning properly. If not, check that the AC power and Ethernet cables are firmly connected.

Check that the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS settings are correctly entered for the network.

In Infrastructure mode, make sure the same Service Set Identifier (SSID) is specified on the settings for the wireless clients and access points. The SSID factory default setting for the DeviceMaster AIR units is

I cannot connect the DeviceMaster AIR to my network.

default.

In Ad-Hoc mode, both wireless clients will need to have the same SSID. Please note that it might be necessary to set up one client to establish a BSS (Basic Service Set) and wait briefly before setting up other clients. This prevents several clients from trying to establish a BSS at the same time, which can result in multiple singular BSSs being established, rather than a single BSS with multiple clients associated to it.

Check that the Network Connection for the wireless client is configured properly. Select Infrastructure when connecting to a wireless router and select Ad-Hoc mode when connecting without an access point.

If Security is enabled, make sure that the correct encryption keys are entered on both the DeviceMaster AIR and the wireless router or ad-hoc client.

What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception?

The positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. See

Installation Considerations (Wireless)

further information about the most advantageous placement of your wireless products.

Antenna orientation - try different antenna orientations for the DeviceMaster AIR. Try to keep the antenna at least 6 inches away from the wall or other objects.

If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, X-10

Why does my wireless connection drop?

equipment or other home security systems, ceiling fans, and lights, your wireless connection will degrade dramatically or drop altogether. Try changing the Channel on your wireless router, access point, and all other devices on the network to avoid interference.

Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, Monitors, electric motors, etc.

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Assigning a Static IP Address

Windows 2000/XP/ 2003

Residential gateways/broadband routers automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable Gateway/Router you do not need to assign static IP addresses.

If you are not using a DHCP capable Gateway/Router, or you need to assign a static IP address, use the appropriate discussion for your operating system.

Use the following procedure if you need to assign a static IP address so that your computer can communicate with the DeviceMaster AIR during the configuration process.

1. From the Start button, select Control Panel, and double-click on Network Connections.

2. Right-click on Local Area Connections, select Properties, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and select Properties.

3. Select Use the following IP address, enter a temporary IP address and subnet mask value that allows this system to communicate to the DeviceMaster AIR.

The default wireless IP address for the DeviceMaster AIR is 192.168.0.30. The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, you could enter an IP address of 192.168.0.3.

The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network, for example, 255.255.255.0.

A default gateway is not required.

Note: You may want to note the original IP information to return the PC to it’s

original IP configuration.

4. Select Ok on the TCP/IP Properties page, select Close on the Local Area Connections Properties page, and close the control panel.

If necessary, you can use this procedure to return your system to it’s original IP configuration.

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Windows 2000

Windows 2000 Use the following procedure if you need to assign a static IP address so that your

computer can communicate with the DeviceMaster AIR during the configuration process.

1. From the Start button, select Settings, Control Panel, Network and Dial-up Connections, and Local Area Connections.

2. Select the Properties button.

3. Select Use the following IP address, enter a temporary IP address and subnet mask value that allows this system to communicate to the DeviceMaster AIR.

The default wireless IP address for the DeviceMaster AIR is 192.168.0.30. The IP addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, you could enter an IP address of 192.168.0.3.

The subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network, for example, 255.255.255.0.

A default gateway is not required.

Note: You may want to note the original IP information to return the PC to it’s

original IP configuration.

4. Select Ok on the TCP/IP Properties page, select Close on the Local Area Connections Properties page, and close the control panel.

If necessary, you can use this procedure to return your system to it’s original IP configuration.

Troubleshooting Checklist

The following checklist may help you diagnose your problem:

• Verify that you are using the correct types of cables on the correct connectors and that all cables are connected securely.

Note: Most customer problems reported to Comtrol Technical Support are

• Isolate the unit from the network by connecting the device directly to a NIC in a host system.

• Verify that the Ethernet hub and any other network devices between the system and the Comtrol device are powered up and operating.

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Troubleshooting Checklist

• Reset the power on the Comtrol device and watch the PWR or Status light activity.

PWR or Status LED Description

5 sec. off, 3 flashes, 5 sec. off, 3 flashes ... Redboot checksum failure.

5 sec. off, 4 flashes, 5 sec. off, 4 flashes ... SREC load failure.

5 quick flashes The default application is starting up.

10 sec. on, .1 sec. off, 10 sec. on .1 sec. off ... The default application is running.

• If the device has a power switch, turn the device’s power switch off and on, while watching the LED diagnostics.

• If the unit does not have a power switch, disconnect and reconnect the power cord.

• Verify that the hardware MAC address in NS-Link matches the address on the Comtrol device.

• Verify that the network IP address, subnet mask, and gateway is correct and appropriate for the network. If IP addressing is being used, the system should be able to ping the Comtrol device.

• Verify that the IP address programmed into the Comtrol device matches the unique reserved IP configured address assigned by the system administrator.

• If using DHCP, the host system needs to provide the subnet mask and gateway.

• If using a driver for Microsoft systems, verify that you are addressing the port correctly. In many applications, device names above COM9 require the prefix \\.\ in order to be recognized. For example, to reference COM20, use \\.\COM20 as the file or port name.

• If using NS-Link for a Microsoft system, you can use one of the Comtrol tools, which are discussed in the NS-Link User Guide.

- Device Advisor, which helps identify problems is a tab in the Advisor

window of the driver.

- Test Terminal program, which can be used to troubleshoot

communications on a port-by-port basis.

- Port Monitor program, which checks for errors, modem control, and status

signals. In addition, it provides you with raw byte input and output counts.

- Peer Tracer program, which traces driver events.

• If using NS-Link for Windows hosts, enable the Verbose Event Log feature under the Options tab and then reboot the system.

• Reboot the system and the Comtrol device.

• Remove and reinstall NS-Link.

• If you have a spare Comtrol device, try replacing the device.

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General Troubleshooting

This table illustrates some general troubleshooting tips.

Note: Make sure that you have reviewed the Troubleshooting Checklist

General Condition Explanation/Action

PWR or Status LED flashing

PWR or Status LED not lit

Can ping the Comtrol device, but cannot open the ports from a remote location.

(You must have previously programmed the IP address, subnet mask, and IP gateway.)

Cannot ping the device through Ethernet hub

Cannot ping or connect to the DeviceMaster AIR

on Page 66.

Indicates that boot program has not downloaded to the unit.

1. Make sure that you have downloaded the most current driver from: http://support.comtrol.com/download.asp

2. Install the driver and configure the device using the MAC address. Make sure that you reboot the system.

Note: If the PWR or Status LED is still flashing,

contact Technical Support.

3. If you want to program an IP address into the Comtrol device, you can use the procedure outlined in the NS-Link User Guide (Page 8).

4. Remove the NS-Link driver.

Indicates that power has not been applied or there is a hardware failure. Contact Technical Support.

The NS-Link driver uses Port 4606 (11FE h) to communicate with the Comtrol device.

When using a “sniffer” to track NS-Link packets, filtering for Port 4606 will easily track the packet. The packet should also contain the MAC address of the device and the originating PC so that it can be determined if the packet is able to travel the full distance one way or not.

If the 4606 packet is found on one side of a firewall or router, using sniffer, and not on the other side, then that port needs to be opened up to allow the 4606 to pass.

This will most often be seen with firewalls, but is also seen in some routers.

Isolate the unit from the network. Connect the device directly to the NIC in the host system (see Page 66).

The default IP address is often not accessible due to the subnet masking from another network unless 192.168 is used in the network.

In most cases, it will be necessary to program in an address that conforms to your network.

If you do not use the NS-Link driver to program the IP address, you only have 15 seconds to disable the bootloader with Redboot to get into the setup utility.

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General Condition Explanation/Action

The problem is caused by a L2 bridging feature called Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) in the Switch. This feature is enabled by default in some switches. This features causes time-out problems on certain L2 protocols, such as our MAC mode.

Resolution: There will be no firmware fix for this problem. Only one of the following fixes is required for resolution.

1. Disable STA in the switch.

2. Enable STA fast forwarding on the port.

3. Change the STA Forward Delay and Message Age to minimum time values.

4. On the device, set the time-out value to 0 (to disable loading of SocketServer) or 120. The command from the redboot prompt is “Timeout 120” without the quotes.

Problem Details: STA by default blocks packets for 30 seconds after an ethernet port auto negotiates. Blocking

DeviceMaster AIR continuously reboots when connected to some Ethernet switches

of these packets causes the NS-Link driver load process to fail.

The normal NS-Link load process is:

1. If NS-Link determines that it needs to load a device, it resets the device. It does this to get the device into Redboot mode. Only Redboot accepts “load binary” commands, which are needed to load the NS-Link binary into the device.

2. After a 6 second delay, NS-Link sends an ID query to the device. This query is to verify that the device is in Redboot and can accept “load binary” commands.

3. The device sends an ID query response.

4. NS-Link loads the device.

If the device is not loaded after “timeout” seconds (default 15) , it loads SocketServer.

The above process fails when STA is running because the switch blocks packets for 30 seconds after the RTS is rebooted. Therefore, the ID query is not received by the RTS and after 15 seconds the device loads SocketServer. After 30 seconds, NS-Link finally can do an ID query, which reveals that the device is not in Redboot. NS-Link therefore reboots the device, and the process repeats.

DeviceMaster AIR continuously reboots when connected to some Ethernet switches or

Invalid IP information may also cause the switch or router to check for a gateway address. Lack of a gateway address is a common cause.

routers

General Troubleshooting

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Technical Support

If you are using an NS-Link driver for a Microsoft system, you should review the troubleshooting section in the NS-Link User Guide for Microsoft Operating Systems (Page 8) before contacting Technical Support.

It may contain troubleshooting procedures that you may want to perform before contacting Technical Support because they will request that you perform, some or all of the procedures before they will be able to help you diagnose your problem. If you need technical support, contact Comtrol using one of the following methods.

Contact Method Corporate Headquarters Comtrol Europe

Customer support http://support.comtrol.com/online

Downloads http://support.comtrol.com/download.asp

Web site http://www.comtrol.com http://www.comtrol.co.uk

Fax (763) 494-4199 +44 (0) 1 869-323-211

Phone (763) 494-4100 +44 (0) 1 869-323-220

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Index

Symbols

#!DM command 47

Numerics

100 LED 60

Ad Hoc mode

configuration configuring definition

administrator

WLAN

changing password 22

administrator password

Redboot

WLAN

default 59

agency

notices

air temperature altitude auth command

baud rate/port 58 boardrev command boot cycle

Bootloader

downloading latest latest firmware

40 version 50 version using Windows NT

building

cables

null-modem

DB9 34

straight-through cables

DB9 34

cables

building

null-modem

DB9 34

straight-through

DB9 34

cache command

channel

changing

default 59

COL LED

command

terse response mode

compliance

electromagnetic

Comtrol Utilities

downloading latest

configuration

DHCP, WLAN

IP address

WLAN 15

loading WLAN settings network

27 network information overview

5 saving WLAN settings serial method telnet

using PortVision Plus using Redboot WLAN inititial

connect

1-port serial device server devices

Ethernet-to-wireless bridge

contact information current consumption customer support

data bits

NS-Link

data rates with automatic fallback

WLAN

DB9

building null-modem cables building straight-through cables loopback plugs

default

LAN network values network settings

WLAN

restoring settings 25

WLAN settings

device

dimensions

device drivers

download latest

Index

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Index

DeviceMaster

configure network configure WLAN network IP configuration methods resetting

WLAN, reset to default

devices

how to connect

DHCP

WLAN IP address

dimensions

hardware

dis command

disable

disable command

disable DeviceMaster

#!DM command

display

bootloader timeout hex dump of memory range IP address

55 MAC address model number Redboot version telnet

downloading

latest software and documentation

downloads

web site

dump command

electromagnetic compliances 57 emission

compliance

encryption

configuring default

59 setup 14 WLAN

environmental

specifications

Ethernet

LAN interface LAN protocols to-wireless bridge connection WLAN interface WLAN protocols

58 58

19 58 58

execute

code at location

external antenna type

WLAN

default 59

fax

Technical Support

firmware

downloading latest updating

fis command

see Redboot User’s Guide

frequency range

WLAN

gateway address

default

getting started go command

heat output

help command

Redboot

humidity

immunity

compliance

Infrastructure mode

configuration

configuring definition

installation

connect as 1-port serial device server connect as Ethernet-to-wireless bridge considerations overview PortVision Plus Quick Start RTS Updater Utility WLAN configuration

IP address

configuration

WLAN 15

configuration methods

27 default 49 how to determine

LAN

default 58

using PortVision Plus to change

WLAN

default 59

ip command

49, 55

IP gateway

configuration default

49, 58

LAN

Ethernet interface 58 network default values protocols

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LCOM

downloading

LEDs

Rx/Tx

LNK ACT LED

load

TFTP or Xmodem

load command

loopback plugs

DB9

mac command 55 machine cache

manage

mean time between failures media access control

WLAN

memory

memory range

display hex dump

model command

modulation techniques

WLAN

modulation technology

WLAN

MTBF

network

configuration

telnet 49

configuration with PortVision Plus how to configure WLAN configuration

network information

how to determine

NS-Link

data bits parity

58 SocketServer 37 stop bits

NS-Link drivers null-modem cables

DB9

operating mode

changing

WLAN

default 59

operating range

WLAN

over-driving levels

WLAN

overview

installation steps

parity

NS-Link

password

admin

changing WLAN 22

administrator

Redboot 55 WLAN 59

password command

phone

Technical Support

PortVision Plus

changing network settings downloading latest installation

power consumption processor type PWR LED

Redboot

command overview configure IP

using for configuration

requirements

WLAN

reset

DeviceMaster WLAN settings

reset command

RTS Updater

downloading

RTS Updater Utility Rx LED

safety

compliance information

serial

connector types interface types

serial method

configuration updating firmware

serial tunneling

set

bootloader timeout IP address password telnet

SNMP support

SocketServer

downloading latest overview version

37, 42

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Index

software

downloading latest

specifications

environmental hardware

SSID

default definition

static IP

WLAN

stop bits

NS-Link

straight-through cables

DB9

subnet mask

configuration default

surge protection

49, 58

T Technical Support 63, 70 telnet command

telnet method

configuration updating firmware

terse command

TFTP

load command

timeout command

transmission rates, WLAN

default

transmitter output power

WLAN

troubleshooting

tunneling

serial

Tx LED

U UL 60950

compliance

Updater Utility

installation using

updating

firmware

39, 41

User Guides

downloading latest

user name

default

version

Bootloader

using Windows NT 43

SocketServer

version command

37, 42

web site 70 weight

device

WLAN

configuration requirements considerations default settings Ethernet interface intitial installation

9 IP address configuration loading settings reset defaults resetting to default saving settings specifications

Xmodem

load command

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Comtrol DM AIR User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Product Overview

Introduction

Installation Considerations (Wireless)

WLAN Configuration Requirements

Installation Quick Start

Locating Software and Documentation

Hardware Installation and WLAN Configuration

Connecting the Hardware and Initial Configuration

Configuring an IP Address (Static or DHCP)

1-Port Serial Device Server Connection

Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge Connection

Changing the Wireless Operating Mode Settings

Changing the Wireless Web Interface Password

Saving the Wireless Configuration System Settings

Loading Wireless Configuration System Settings

Restoring Default Wireless Configuration System Settings

Using the Reset Button

Using a Web Browser

Network Configuration for the Serial Portion

Configuration Software

TCP/IP Socket Use (No COM or tty Support)

COM or tty Port with Optional Socket Mode

Installing, Updating, and Removing PortVision Plus

PortVision Plus Installation

Updating PortVision Plus

Removing PortVision Plus

Using PortVision Plus to Configure the Network Settings

Connecting Devices

Connecting Serial Devices

DB9 Serial Cables and Loopback Plugs

DB9 Loopback Plugs Loopback connectors are DB9 female serial port plugs, with pins wired together as

DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-232)

DB9 Null-Modem Cables (RS-422)

Configuring SocketServer

SocketServer Overview

SocketServer Versions

Updating Firmware

Preparing to Update Firmware

Methods and Tools There are several methods and tools that you can use to update the firmware.

Latest Firmware You may also need to download the latest firmware file.

Updating Firmware with PortVision Plus

Using the Updater Utility (SocketServer and Bootloader)

Installing the RTS Updater Utility

Upload Procedure Use the following procedure to update the Bootloader firmware on the

SocketServer

Bootloader

Updating the Wireless Firmware

RedBoot Procedures

Establishing a Serial Connection

Establishing a Telnet Connection

Determining the Network Settings

Configuring the Network Settings

Determining the Bootloader Version

Resetting the DeviceMaster AIR

Uploading Firmware

Serial Method (SocketServer and Bootloader))

Telnet Method (SocketServer and Bootloader))

Configuring Passwords

Redboot Command Overview

Hardware Specifications and Compliance Notices

Electromagnetic Compliances

Power Supply Specifications

Hardware Specifications and Standards

Factory Default Settings for the WLAN Port

Environmental Specifications

LEDs

Connections

Notices

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105)

Underwriters Laboratory

Important Safety Information

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Troubleshooting and Technical Support

Troubleshooting WLAN Port Problems

FAQs This section provides solutions to situations that can occur during the installation