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FreeWave FGR2-P PLUS, FGR2-P, FGR2-PE, FGR2-PE-U User's Reference Manual

FGR2-P PLUS Radios
FGR2-P
FGR2-PE
FGR2-PE-U
Covering Software v3.14
User & Reference Manual
Part Number: LUM0024AB
Revision: May-2018
User & Reference Manual
Safety Information
The products described in this manual can fail in a variety of modes due to misuse, age, or malfunction and is not designed or intended for used in systems requiring fail-safe performance, including life safety systems. Systems with the products must be designed to prevent personal injury and property damage during product operation and in the event of product failure.
Warning! Do not remove or insert the Ethernet or diagnostics cable while circuit is live unless the area is known to be free of ignition concentrations of flammable gasses or vapors.
Warranty
FreeWave Technologies, Inc. warrants the FreeWave® FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios (Product) that you have purchased against defects in materials and manufacturing for a period of three years from the date of shipment, depending on model number. In the event of a Product failure due to materials or workmanship, FreeWave will, at its discretion, repair or replace the Product. For evaluation of Warranty coverage, return the Product to FreeWave upon receiving a Return Material Authorization (RMA). The replacement product will remain under warranty for 90 days or the remainder of the original product warranty period, whichever is longer.
IN NO EVENT WILL FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES, INC., ITS SUPPLIERS, OR I TS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING
FROM THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, INABILITY TO ACCESS OR SEND COMMUNICATION OR DATA, PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE, OR OTHER LOSS WHICH MAY ARISE FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMI TED TO ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.
FreeWave’s Warranty does not apply in the following circumstances:
1. If Product repair, adjustments, or parts replacements are required due to accident, neglect, or undue physical, electrical, or electromagnetic stress.
2. If Product is used outside of FreeWave specifications as stated in the Product's data sheet.
3. If Product has been modified, repaired, or altered by Customer unless FreeWave specifically authorized such alterations in each instance in writing.
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Table Of Contents
Preface 11
1. Introduction 14
1.1. Components of the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios 15
1.2. LED Designations 16
1.2.1. Authentication LEDs 16
1.2.2. Boot-Up LED Sequence 17
1.2.3. COM Port LED Conditions 17
1.2.4. Error LED Conditions 17
1.2.5. Ethernet Port LED Conditions 17
1.3. Choose a Radio Location 18
1.4. Choose Point-to-Point (PTP) or Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) Operation 18
PTP Network 18
PTMP Network 18
1.4.1. Differences between PTP and PTMP Networks 19
PTP Network 19
PTMP Network 19
1.5. Point-to-Point (PTP) Operation LEDs 20
1.6. Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) Operation LEDs 20
2. Set Up and Program Radios 22
2.1. Basic Steps to Programming the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios 23
2.1.1. PTMP Network Considerations 24
2.2. Powering the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio 24
2.3. Identify and Change the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio's IP Address 24
2.4. Configuration Tool Options 25
2.5. Accessing the Configuration Windows 27
Administrator Login and Password 27
Guest Login and Password 27
2.6. Navigating the Configuration Windows 29
2.6.1. Menu bar 29
2.6.2. Save and Apply 30
2.6.3. Reboot 31
2.7. Providing Site Information 32
2.8. Use the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Radios 33
2.9. Creating User Logins 36
2.9.1. Defining User Groups 36
2.9.2. Editing User Group Rights 37
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2.9.3. Add and Delete Users 38
Adding a User 38
Deleting a User 39
2.9.4. Changing User Passwords 40
2.10. Upgrading the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio Software Using a TFTP Server 41
2.10.1. Downgrading Software 41
2.10.2. Configuring the TFTP Server 42
Before Upgrading Software Using the TFTP Server 42
2.10.3. Upgrading Software Using the Configuration Windows 43
2.10.4. Upgrade FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Software Globally 46
2.10.5. Verifying Software Upgrades 48
2.10.6. Common Software Upgrade Issues and Solutions 49
"File Not Found" in either the Configuration Windows or the FreeWave TFTP Server 49
Software Upgrade Times Out 49
Software Upgrading is Taking a Long Time to Complete 49
2.11. Resetting Radios to the Factory Default Settings 49
3. IP and Network Communication Settings 51
3.1. IP Setup Parameter Reference 52
3.1.1. Default Gateway 52
3.1.2. IP Address 53
3.1.3. MTU 54
3.1.4. NTP Client Enable 55
3.1.5. NTP IP Address 55
3.1.6. Push to (Syslog) Server 56
3.1.7. Spanning Tree 56
3.1.8. Subnet Mask 57
3.1.9. Syslog Server 1 58
3.1.10. Syslog Server 2 58
3.1.11. Data VLAN ID 59
3.1.12. VLAN Default Gateway 59
3.1.13. VLAN IP Address 60
3.1.14. Management VLAN ID 60
3.1.15. VLAN Mode 61
3.1.16. VLAN Subnet Mask 61
3.1.17. VLAN Trunk ID 1 to VLAN Trunk ID 5 62
3.1.18. Web Page Port (http) 62
4. Serial Port Settings 64
4.1. Set the Serial Port Mode 64
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4.2. Disabling Serial Ports 66
4.3. Viewing the Serial Port Status 67
4.3.1. Ethernet (Rx and Tx) 68
4.3.2. Serial (Rx and Tx) 68
4.3.3. Status 68
4.4. Serial Port Parameter Reference 69
4.4.1. Multicast Enable 69
4.4.2. Multicast IP Address 69
4.4.3. Multicast Port 70
4.4.4. Pre-Packet and Post-Packet Timeouts 70
4.4.5. Runtime Serial Setup "U" 72
4.4.6. Baud Rate 72
4.4.7. CD Mode 73
4.4.8. Data Bits 74
4.4.9. Flow Control 74
4.4.10. Interface 74
4.4.11. Modbus RTU 75
4.4.12. Parity 76
4.4.13. Stop Bits 76
4.4.14. TCP Client Enable 76
4.4.15. TCP Client IP Address 77
4.4.16. TCP Client Port 77
4.4.17. TCP Server Enable 78
4.4.18. TCP Server Inactivity Timeout 79
4.4.19. TCP Server Keep Alive 79
4.4.20. TCP Server Port 80
4.4.21. UDP Enable 80
4.4.22. UDP IP Address 80
4.4.23. UDP IP Port 81
5. Radio Settings 82
5.1. Radio Setup Parameter Reference 83
5.1.1. Addressed Repeat 83
5.1.2. Broadcast Repeat 84
5.1.3. Broadcast Repeat in MultiPoint Networks with Repeaters 85
5.1.4. Frequency Key 85
5.1.5. Frequency Zones 86
5.1.6. Master Tx Beacon 87
5.1.7. Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size 88
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5.1.8. Modem Mode 90
Modem Mode Options 91
5.1.9. Network ID 93
5.1.10. Network Type 94
5.1.11. Repeaters 94
5.1.12. Retry Timeout 95
5.1.13. RF Data Rate 96
5.1.14. Slave Attempts 97
5.1.15. Slave Connect Odds 98
5.1.16. Subnet ID 99
5.1.17. Transmit Power 100
5.1.18. Transmit Rate 101
6. Security Settings 102
6.1. Viewing the System Log 103
6.2. Specify a Reboot Interval Schedule 105
6.3. Security Parameter Reference 109
6.3.1. AES Encryption Key 109
6.3.2. AES Version 110
6.3.3. Detach Local Ethernet 110
6.3.4. Force SSL (https) 111
6.3.5. MAC Filter 111
6.3.6. Peer To Peer 112
6.3.7. RADIUS Enable 113
6.3.8. RADIUS IP Address 114
6.3.9. RADIUS Port 115
6.3.10. Reboot Interval 115
6.3.11. Shared Secret 115
6.3.12. User Password 116
7. SNMP Settings 117
7.1. SNMP Parameter Reference 118
7.1.1. Authentication Method 118
7.1.2. Authentication Password (v3) 118
7.1.3. Min Fault Time 119
7.1.4. Privacy Method 119
7.1.5. Privacy Password (v3) 119
7.1.6. Read Community 120
7.1.7. SNMP Version 120
7.1.8. Trap Community 121
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7.1.9. Trap Manager IP 121
7.1.10. Trap Version 122
7.1.11. Write Community 122
7.2. SNMP Trap Limits Parameter Reference 123
7.2.1. Delta Alarm Enable 123
7.2.2. Delta Alarm Below 123
7.2.3. Noise Alarm Above 124
7.2.4. Noise Alarm Enable 124
7.2.5. Reflected Alarm Above 124
7.2.6. Reflected Alarm Enable 125
7.2.7. Rx Rate Alarm Below 125
7.2.8. Rx Rate Alarm Enable 126
7.2.9. Signal Alarm Below 126
7.2.10. Signal Alarm Enable 126
7.2.11. Tx Rate Alarm Below 127
7.2.12. Tx Rate Alarm Enable 127
7.2.13. Voltage Alarm Above 128
7.2.14. Voltage Alarm Below 128
7.2.15. Voltage Alarm Enable 128
8. Viewing Radio Status and Statistics 129
8.1. Refreshing and Resetting Statistics 130
8.2. Available Statistics 130
8.2.1. admin From 130
8.2.2. Bad Packets 130
8.2.3. Broadcast Packets 130
8.2.4. Connected To 130
8.2.5. Disconnect Count 131
8.2.6. Distance 131
8.2.7. Firmware Version 131
8.2.8. Hardware Version 131
8.2.9. Noise 131
8.2.10. Notes 131
8.2.11. Packets Dropped 132
8.2.12. Packets Sent 132
8.2.13. Peer to Peer Packets 132
8.2.14. Radio Addressed Packets 132
8.2.15. Radio Parse Error 132
8.2.16. Received 132
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8.2.17. Reflected Power 132
8.2.18. RX Success Rate 133
8.2.19. RX Throughput 133
8.2.20. Signal 133
8.2.21. Site Contact 133
8.2.22. Site Name 133
8.2.23. Software Boot Version 133
8.2.24. System Name 133
8.2.25. Temperature 134
8.2.26. TX Success Rate 134
8.2.27. TX Throughput 134
8.2.28. Un-Acked Packets 134
8.2.29. Upstream Noise 134
8.2.30. Upstream Signal 135
8.2.31. Uptime 135
8.2.32. Voltage 135
8.2.33. Wireless Version 135
9. Data Communication Link Examples 136
9.1. Example 1: Gateway to Endpoint 137
9.2. Example 2: Gateway, Repeater, and Endpoint 137
9.3. Example 3: Gateway, Two Repeaters, and Endpoint 138
9.4. Example 4: Gateway, Repeater, and Multiple Endpoints 139
9.5. Example 5: Standard Point-to-MultiPoint Network 140
9.6. Example 6: Point-to-MultiPoint Network with an Endpoint/Repeater Site 141
9.7. Assigning Subnet Values 142
9.7.1. Subnet Example 1 142
9.7.2. Subnet Example 2 143
9.7.3. Subnet Example 3 144
10. Additional Radio Information 145
10.1. Operational RS422 and RS485 Information 145
10.1.1. RS422 145
10.1.2. RS485 145
10.2. RS422 and RS485 Full Duplex Pinouts 146
10.3. RS485 Half Duplex Pinouts 146
10.4. RJ45 to DB9 Cable 147
10.4.1. RS232 - COM1 and COM2 RJ45 Pin Assignments 147
10.4.2. RS232 - DB9 Connector Pin Assignments 148
11. Approved Antennas 149
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11.1. 900MHz Directional Antennas 149
11.2. 900MHz Omni-directional Antennas 149
12. Configuration Windows 151
12.1. Diagnostics window 152
12.2. IP Setup window 153
12.3. Radio Setup window 156
12.4. Call Book window 158
12.4.1. Programming Point-To-Point Extended Call Book to Use Three or Four Repeaters 160
12.4.2. Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Call Book 161
12.4.3. MultiPoint Master Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-1111) 161
12.4.4. MultiPoint Repeater Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-2222) 161
12.4.5. MultiPoint Slave Call Book (Unit Serial Number 884-3333) 162
12.4.6. Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Extended Call Book 162
12.5. Security window 163
12.5.1. Memory Information window 166
12.5.2. View Log window 167
12.6. Serial Setup window 168
12.6.1. Serial Port Status window 171
12.7. SNMP window 173
12.8. Status window 175
12.9. Tools window 178
12.10. Users window 180
12.10.1. Add User window 181
12.10.2. Change Password window 182
13. Release Notes: FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios 183
13.1. Version 3.14 183
13.2. Version 3.13 183
13.3. Version 3.11 184
13.4. Version 3.06 184
13.5. Version 3.01 185
13.5.1. Warning: Extreme Set-Up Parameters 186
IP Setup 186
Serial Setup 186
Security Setup 186
SNMP Setup 187
13.5.2. ERRATA Information 187
13.5.3. Specific Upgrade Notes for the Serial Setup window 187
Upgrading from v2.22 to v3.01 187
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Upgrading from v2.34 to v3.01 188
13.6. Version 2.34 188
13.7. Version 2.22 190
Appendix A: Factory Default Settings 191
Appendix B: FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Technical Specifications 196
Appendix C: FGR2-P Mechanical Drawing 199
Appendix D: FGR2-PE and PE-U Mechanical Drawing 200
Appendix E: Object List for FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB 201
Appendix F: FreeWave Legal Information 209
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Preface

This document includes this information about the FreeWave FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Radios:
l An introduction to the radio, its ports and LEDs, and how to determine the mode to run it in.
l Basic programming information including the interfaces used to program the radio,
determining a radio's IP address, setting permissions to access the radio setup information, and how to perform software upgrades.
l Descriptions of each parameter available when defining IP information, serial port setup,
general radio setup, SNMP information, and security.
l Descriptions of each statistic that is available about the radio's state and performance.
l Examples of how FreeWave radios can exist in a network with other radios.
l Pinouts, specifications, and other mechanical information.
l Information about additional tools when working with the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Radios.
Additional Information
For more information about creating Ethernet networks, see:
l Application Note #5474: Connecting a Plus Radio to a Data Radio T-96SR
l Application Note #5495: Not All Wireless Ethernet/IP Applications are Created Equal
l Application Note #5500: Design Considerations for Plus IP/Ethernet Radios
For information about installing PLUS Radios, see:
l Enterprise Gateway Installation Guide
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Contact FreeWave Technical Support
For up-to-date troubleshooting information, check the Support page at www.freewave.com.
FreeWave provides technical support Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mountain Time (GMT -7).
l Call toll-free at 1.866.923.6168.
l In Colorado, call 303.381.9200.
l Contact us through e-mail at moreinfo@freewave.com.
Document Styles
This document uses these styles:
l FreeWave applications appear as: FreeWave.
l Parameter setting text appears as: [Page=radioSettings]
l File names appear as: configuration.cfg.
l File paths appear as: C:\Program Files (x86)\FreeWave Technologies.
l User-entered text appears as: xxxxxxxxx.
Caution: Indicates a situation that may cause damage to personnel, the radio, data, or network.
Example: Provides example information of the related text.
FREEWAVE Recommends: Identifies FreeWave recommendation information.
Important!: Provides semi-cautionary information relevant to the text or procedure.
Note: Emphasis of specific information relevant to the text or procedure.
Provides time saving or informative suggestions about using the product.
Warning! Indicates a situation that will cause damage to personnel, the radio, data, or network.
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<Parameter Name>
Setting Description
Web Parameter: The name of the field as it appears in the Configuration Windows.
Terminal Menu: The menu path and field name to access the parameter using the terminal menus
available through the serial port.
Network Type: Point-to-Point, Point-to-MultiPoint, or Both
Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter.
Options: The options the parameter can be set to.
Description: A description of what the parameter is and how it applies to the radio in the
network.
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Parameter Preference
The Parameter Preference tables describe the available parameters / controls using the:
l Configuration Windows (on page 151).
l Terminal Interface.
The Parameter Preference tables have this layout:
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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the FreeWave Technologies, Inc. FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U device.
The FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U offer industrial serial and Ethernet wireless connectivity using the license-free spread spectrum for data communication over long distances. The Radios are compatible with other FreeWave FGR plus family Radios and have two Ethernet ports and two serial ports, providing the ability to transition from serial to Ethernet data communications without having to replace your wireless communications infrastructure.
Figure 1: FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Product Image
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Figure 2: FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Board
Important!: The FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U are compatible over the air with the FGRplusRE and the
MM2-P-T Radios. They are NOT compatible over the air with any other FreeWave products.

1.1. Components of the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios

The FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios have these components:
l A power connector.
l LEDs to help determine when data is being received or sent from the radio and to provide
additional information about the radio's state.
l Two Ethernet ports (items 4 to 7, outlined in blue on the radio).
l Two COM ports (items 8 to 11, outlined in red on the radio).
l An antenna port.
l A diagnostic port (may be present on some units).
l The FGR2-P Radio has the same configuration as the FGR2-PE-U, without the enclosure.
Note: As of May-2018, the diagnostic port is active under certain configurations: The diagnostic port does NOT function using MultiPoint Gateways and Point to Point Repeaters. The diagnostic port does function using MultiPoint Repeaters and Endpoints. The diagnostic port functions with restrictions using Point to Point Gateways and Point to Point Endpoints.
Radios running software v2.26 or later can be configured using a terminal emulator connected to COM1.
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Components of the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios
Label # Description
1 CD
2 TX
3 CTS
4 Ethernet 1 10 BaseT Link/Activity
5 Ethernet 1 100 BaseT Link
6 Ethernet 2 10 BaseT Link/Activity
7 Ethernet 2 100 BaseT Link
8 COM 1 Data (C1)
9 Error 1 (E1)
10 COM 2 Data (C2)
11 Error 2 (E2)
Authentication LEDs
Condition LED Pattern
Endpoint cannot contact RADIUS server Solid green E1 LED
Endpoint was denied authentication from the RADIUS server
Alternating green E1 and E2 LED
Endpoint AES encryption key does not matchGateway encryption key
Alternating green E1 and E2 LED
Figure 3: Components of the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios
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1.2. LED Designations

1.2.1. Authentication LEDs

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COM Port LED Conditions
Condition Communications Port 1 (C1) or 2 (C2)
Data streaming into RX Solid red bright
Data streaming out TX Solid red bright
Error LED Conditions
Condition Error Light (E1/E2)
Buffer overflow locally E1 LED is solid green
Buffer overflow in network E2 LED is solid green
Ethernet Port LED Conditions
Status 10 Base T Link / Activity 100 Base T Link LED
Linked, data activity
Blinking / Flickering green
Solid green
(100 BaseT /Off (10 BaseT )
Linked, no data activity Solid green Solid green
(100 BaseT /Off (10 BaseT )
Not linked.
Verify cable is in good condition and plugged in.
Off Off
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1.2.2. Boot-Up LED Sequence

The LEDs on the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio follows this sequence when the radio powers up:
1. C1 lights solid green .
2. C2 lights solid green , C1 remains lit.
3. E2 lights solid green , C1 and C2 remain lit.
4. C1 turns off.
5. C2 turns off.
6. E2 turns off.

1.2.3. COM Port LED Conditions

1.2.4. Error LED Conditions

1.2.5. Ethernet Port LED Conditions

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1.3. Choose a Radio Location

Placement of the FreeWave radio may have a significant impact on its performance. The key to the overall robustness of the radio link is the height of the antenna.
When using an external antenna, placement of that antenna is critical to a solid data link. Other antennas in close proximity are a potential source of interference.
Use the Radio Statistics on the Status window (on page 175) to help identify potential problems. In general, FreeWave units with a higher antenna placement will have a better communication link.
In practice, the radio should be placed away from computers, telephones, answering machines, and other similar devices. The cable included with the radio provides ample distance for placement away from other equipment.
Note: FreeWave offers directional and Omni-directional antennas with cable lengths ranging from 3 to 200 feet.
An adjustment as little as 2 feet in antenna placement may resolve noise issues. In extreme cases, (e.g., Cellular Telephone tower interference) the band pass filters that FreeWave offers may reduce this out-of-bandnoise.

1.4. Choose Point-to-Point (PTP) or Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) Operation

PTP Network

l A PTP network functions best when the network consists of one Gateway and one
Endpoint radio.
l A maximum of four Repeaters can be added to extend the reach of the network.
Important!: Adding a Repeater to a network cuts the network throughput by 50%.
In a Point-to-Point network, the Gateway determines all settings in an Endpoint or Repeater, except for the Transmit Power and Retry Timeout. All other settings in a Point-to-Point network are determined by the Gateway's settings.

PTMP Network

In a PTMP network, the Gateway radio is able to simultaneously communicate with numerous Endpoint radios.
l In its simplest form, a PTMP network functions with the Gateway broadcasting its
messages to all Endpoint radios.
l If requested by the Gateway, the Endpoint radios respond to the Gateway when given data
by the device connected to the data port.
l This response depends on the setup.
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Important!: Adding a Repeater to a network cuts the network throughput by 50%.

1.4.1. Differences between PTP and PTMP Networks

PTP Network
In a PTP network all packets are acknowledged, whether sent from the Gateway to the Endpoint or from the Endpoint to the Gateway.
PTMP Network
In a PTMP network, the user determines the number of times outbound packets from the Gateway or Repeater to the Endpoint or other Repeaters are sent.
l The receiving radio, Endpoint or Repeater, accepts the first packet received that passes the
32 bit CRC.
l However, the packet is not acknowledged.
l On the return to the Gateway, all packets sent are acknowledged or retransmitted until they
are acknowledged.
l Therefore, the return link in a PTMP network is generally very robust.
Traditionally, a PTMP network is used in applications where data is collected from many instruments and reported back to one central site. The architecture of such a network is different from PTP applications. These parameters influence the number of radios that can exist in a PTMP network:
l Baud Rate. The data rate between the radio and the device it is connected to could limit the
amount of data and the number of radios that can exist in a network.
l Contention: The amount of contention between Endpoint radios. Polled Endpoint radios
versus vs. timed Endpoint radios.
l Data Block Size. The longer the data blocks, the fewer number of deployed Endpoint
radios can exist in the network.
l Repeater Use. Using the Repeater setting in a PTP or PTMP network decreases the
overall network capacity by at least 50%.
Example: If the network polls once a day to retrieve sparse data, several hundred Endpoint radios could be configured to a single Gateway. However, if each Endpoint transmits larger amounts of data or data more frequently, fewer Endpoint radios can link to the Gateway while receiving the same network performance. When larger amounts of data are sent more frequently, the overall network bandwidth is closer to capacity with fewer Endpoint radios.
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Gateway Endpoint Repeater
Condition
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Powered, no link Solid r ed
bright
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Linked, no Repeater, sending sparse data
Solid
green
Intermittent flash red Intermittent
flash red
Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Intermittent
flash red
n/a n/a n/a
Gateway calling Endpoint through Repeater
Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Gateway linked to Repeater, not to Endpoint
Flashing or ange Solid red
dim
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Solid Red
bright
Solid red
dim
Solid red
bright
Repeater linked to Endpoint Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Intermittent
flash red
Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Intermittent
flash red
Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Intermittent
flash red
Mode 6 - waiting for ATD command
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
n/a n/a n/a
Setup Mode Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Gateway Endpoint Repeater
Condition
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Powered, not linked Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Off
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
Solid red
bright
Off
Blinking
red
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1.5. Point-to-Point (PTP) Operation LEDs

1.6. Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) Operation LEDs

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Gateway Endpoint Repeater
Condition
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Carrier
Detect
(CD)
Transmit
(Tx)
Clear to
Send
(CTS)
Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway, no data
Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Off
Solid
green
Off
Solid red
bright
Solid
green
Solid red
dim
Solid red
bright
Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway,
Gateway sending data to Endpoint
Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Off
Solid
green
Off
Solid red
bright
Solid
green
Solid red
dim
Solid red
bright
Repeater and Endpoint linked to Gateway,
Endpoint sending data to Gateway
Solid green RCV
data
or Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Intermittent
flash red
Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Solid red
bright
Solid
green
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
Gateway with diagnostics program running
Solid red
bright
Solid red
dim
Intermittent
flash red
Solid
green
Intermittent
flash red
Solid red
bright
Solid
green
Solid red
bright
Solid red
bright
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* in an idle condition, the CTS LED is solid red with a solid link, as the link weakens the CTS LED on the Repeater and Endpoint begins to blink
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2. Set Up and Program Radios

This section provides details about setup, programming, and defining who has access to the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios using the available setup tools. This information is included:
l Basic Steps to Programming the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios (on page 23)
l Powering the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio (on page 24)
l Identify and Change the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio's IP Address (on page 24)
l Configuration Tool Options (on page 25)
l Accessing the Configuration Windows (on page 27)
l Navigating the Configuration Windows (on page 29)
l Providing Site Information (on page 32)
l Use the MultiPoint Gateway to Change All Connected Radios (on page 33)
l Creating User Logins (on page 36)
l Upgrading the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio Software Using a TFTP Server (on
page 41)
l Resetting Radios to the Factory Default Settings (on page 49)
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2.1. Basic Steps to Programming the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radios

This basic procedure programs any FreeWave PLUS Radio.
1. Determine or set the radio's IP address.
Note: The PLUS radio can be programmed using the terminal menu available through the radio's serial port without having to know the radio's IP address.
2. Be familiar with the network and know if it is a Point-to-Point (PTP) or Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) configuration.
Note: Most FreeWave networks are PTMP.
3. Open the radio's Configuration Windows.
4. Set the radio's operation mode (e.g., Gateway, Repeater, or Endpoint).
5. Set the radio's network type (PTP or PTMP).
6. Program the radio, verifying all devices in a PTMP network have the same settings for these parameters:
l Frequency Key
l Max Packet Size
l Min Packet Size
l Network ID
l RF Data Rate
7. Setup the Call Book if the radio is in a network NOT using Network IDs. See the Call Book window (on page 158).
FREEWAVE Recommends: While the Call Book is an option in Point-to-MultiPoint networks, FreeWave strongly recommends using the Network ID feature in most applications. If a large MultiPoint network is implemented using the Call Book and a radio needs to be added or replaced in the network, each radio MUST be physically reprogrammed in the network and the new serial number entered in the radio's Call Book. This can be a time consuming process and can cause a delay in getting the network back up and running.
Note: If using a Network ID, see the Network ID and Subnet ID parameters described in the Radio
Settings (on page 82).
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2.1.1. PTMP Network Considerations

Planning is important when installing PTMP networks. A PTMP network requires that several parameters are set consistently on ALL radios in the network. This includes:
l Frequency Key.
l Min and Max Packet Size.
l Network ID.
l RF Data Rate.
Important!: If several independent, PTMP networks are located in close proximity, it is very
important to include as much frequency and time diversity as possible using different Frequency Key and Min and Max Packet Sizes.

2.2. Powering the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio

Connect the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio to a positive DC power supply with +6.0 to +30.0 VDC (typically, +12 VDC).
The power supply used MUST provide more current than the amount of current drain listed on the
FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Technical Specifications (on page 196) for the voltage used.
Example: When using +12 VDC, the power supply must provide current capability greater than the drain that is required for transmit or greater than 550 mA.
Note: For any application where the radio is used in a UL-controlled environment, the power supply MUST be a Class 2 power source. Using a dedicated power supply line is preferred.
Warning! If the power supply is above approximately +18 to +20 VDC, use a 1 ohm resistor in line with B+ input to the radio.
Warning! If the power supply line runs outside the enclosure, use electrostatic discharge (ESD) protectors to protect the radio from electric shock and transient voltage suppressors (TVS) to protect from an over-voltage situation. Using both helps to ensure long-term, reliable operation.

2.3. Identify and Change the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio's IP Address

Note: In software versions 2.26 and later, the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS radio can be
programmed through the radio's COM1 port without having to know the radio's IP address.
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Window Used To
Status window View all device status information.
Note: See Viewing Radio Status and Statistics on page 129.
IP Setup window Use to identify and configure the IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default
Gateway.
Important!: Consult with the Network Administrator before changing
these settings.
Note: See IP and Network Communication Settings on page 51.
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It is good practice to identify the IP addresses of all the devices in the network and verify each is unique.
l The FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio's default IP address is 192.168.111.100.
l The default user name is admin.
l The default password is admin.
Caution: Each radio in the network MUST have its own unique IP address. Putting multiple devices with the same IP address on the same network can cause network problems.

2.4. Configuration Tool Options

After the Ethernet address is identified and changed on the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS radio, use the Configuration Windows setup tools to configure the radio.
A Web browser must be installed on the computer to access the Configuration Windows.
Note: See Accessing the Configuration Windows on page 27.
Example: To setup a serial port, access all the parameters for the first serial port in the Serial Setup 1 window.
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Window Used To
Serial Setup window
(Serial Setup 2)
Use to identify and configure the port numbers and data settings for each serial port.
Important!: These settings MUST match the device to which each
port is connected.
Note: See Serial Port Settings on page 64.
Radio Setup window Use to identify and configure the radio’s:
l Operation Mode.
l Transmission Characteristics.
l MultiPoint Parameters.
l Call Book.
Note: See Radio Settings on page 82.
Security window Use to identify and configure the:
l RADIUS server authentication.
l MAC filtering.
l AES Encryption information.
Note: See Security Settings on page 102.
SNMP window Use to identify and configure the SNMP management features of the radio.
l The radio supports SNMP versions 1, 2, and 3.
l All of the SNMP-manageable objects for FreeWave's radios are
contained in a single MIB file.
l See Object List for FREEWAVE-TECHNOLOGIES-MIB on page
201.
Note: This file is available from FreeWave upon request. See SNMP Settings on page 117.
Diagnostics window Use to view this information:
l Signal level
l Noise level
l Signal-to-noise delta
l Receive rate for each frequency available to the radio.
Note: See Viewing Radio Status and Statistics on page 129.
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Window Used To
Users window Use to add or change logins for the radio.
l A maximum of nine (9) custom users can be created for each radio.
l The admin user is the permanent 10th user.
Note: See Creating User Logins on page 36.
Tools window Use to edit the site information and upgrade the radio’s Software.
Note: In a MultiPoint Gateway, use to enable the Global Change functionality.
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2.5. Accessing the Configuration Windows

Each FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U PLUS Radio includes Configuration Windows to identify, change, and program its settings.
Note: See Configuration Windows for detailed information.
l A Web browser must be installed on the computer to access the Configuration Windows.
l The router / switch and/or the computer accessing the radio must be on the same subnet.
If the Subnet Mask for the network is 255.255.255.0, the first three octets, or sections, of the IP address on the radio and the IP address on the computer MUST match. The last octet is unique.
Example: If the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 and the radio's IP address is 198.168.111.100, then the computer must have an IP address that begins with 198.168.111. The last section of the IP address is unique to identify the device.

Administrator Login and Password

l The default User Name for the administrator login is admin.
l The default Password is admin.
Note: The administrator login has full permission to change all settings on the radio, including upgrading software.

Guest Login and Password

l The default User Name for the guest login is guest.
l The default Password is guest.
l The guest login can view the settings but CANNOT:
l save any changes.
l view the Security window (on page 163).
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l view the Tools window (on page 178).
l reboot the radio.
Note: The button is not available to Guest users.
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Procedure
1. Connect the FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U radio’s Ethernet port to either a computer or a router / switch.
2. Apply power to the radio.
3. Open a web browser.
4. Enter the IP address of the radio into the address bar.
Note: The default IP address is 192.168.111.100.
Example: Enter 192.168.111.100 in the address bar of the web browser to access a radio
with that IP address.
5. Refresh the browser window. The Authentication Required dialog box opens.
6. Enter the User Name and Password to access the radio.
Figure 4: Authentication Required dialog box
7. Click OK. The Status window opens.
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Figure 5: FGR2-P, -PE, & -PE-U Status window

2.6. Navigating the Configuration Windows

2.6.1. Menu bar

The Configuration Windows group the parameters into the Menu bar on the left side of all windows.
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Figure 6: Menu bar

2.6.2. Save and Apply

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l Click any item in the Menu bar to open that
Configuration window.
l The currently selected window is highlighted in the
Menu bar.
When making changes to the radio settings, click the button before navigating away from a window or rebooting the radio to save the changes.
Important!: No changes take effect until you click .
l When the changes have been successfully saved and
applied, the Change Succeeded message appears
under the button.
Figure 7: Change
Succeeded message
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