GemTek Technology WIXB 175 User Manual

Clear Modem Series G

User Guide

Model: WIXB-175
Manual Version: 1.3
Manual Date: July. 16 2009

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Overview

Thank you for purchasing the Clearwire CPE Indoor (WIXB-175) desktop device. The Desktop
CPE allows you to connect to the wireless world easily and seamlessly without complicated
installation and setup procedures. In addition it offers you the ability to make Voice over
Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls.
The Desktop CPE indoor device provides the user:

 Convenience — with easy plug and play functionality.
 Performance — High gain antennas supply diversity technology. Best in Class range and

indoor penetration.

 Control — remote management capability allows easy detection and authentication once

the unit is setup.

 VoIP - One RJ11 port allow for Voice over IP calls using your CPE.

Powerful Features in a Single Unit

The CPE device provides the following features:

 WiMAX Authentication
 WAN DHCP Client
 LAN DHCP Server
 Home Gateway Functions

Front of CPE

The Front of the CPE units contains LED Link/Activity indicators. The LEDs provide the status
of the unit and signal strength indicators for easy adjustment during setup.
Front of Unit

LED Indicator Interface

The Power LED shall be Blue and the other LEDs shall be Green.

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 Power Status

The Power LED shall be on when the device is plugged in and has power.

 Ethernet Status

The Ethernet LED should be on when the LAN Ethernet has been established and activity has
been detected.

 Signal Strength
Once the device has registered on the network, the Signal Strength LEDs should be on
depending on different strength. Only one Signal Strength LED lit represents low signal
detected and all five Signal Strength LED lit presents high signal detected.

 Back Panel Ports Description
Power AC Power Connector
Phone Line RJ-11 port for use with VoIP.
Ethernet Port
Reset button
Note: Hardware Reset Button (A paper clip is recommended for accessing this button). Before
resetting the CPE, ensure the power LED is ON. Hardware Reset Button will cause
PASSWORD, DEVICE NAME and LAN IP to be restored to default. If you would like to reset to
default as ex-factory setting, please do it via Basic/Restore Factory Settings.

Operating Information

Operating temperature for this unit is 0℃-40℃ (32-104F).

Installation

Overview

To install the Desktop CPE Series, you need to review the following sections:

 Before You Begin

 Easy Setup

Before You Begin

Before you begin installation, check that you have received the following items with your
Desktop CPE:
In the box with your CPE you should have:

Item Description

Power Adapter Power adapter connects the Clear Modem to an AC electrical outlet.

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Ethernet Cable The Ethernet cable connects the Internet port on your Clear Modem to

your PC or laptop computer.
Clear Modem
Quick Start Guide Provides quick installation instructions for getting your Desktop CPE up

and running.
Welcome Letter A brief introduction of the stuff inside the packaging and customer

service contact window.
Regulatory letter The FCC regulatory statement for this Clear Modem

In addition, you will also need:

 A computer
 An RJ-11 telephone cable (optional, if you would like to use VoIP function).

Easy Setup

The CPE is easily set up in your home. Basic installation equipments needed are the power
adapter, Ethernet cable and a PC or laptop computer and the CPE device. If you want to use
the VoIP functionality, you will also need an RJ-11 phone cable and a telephone [external ATA
is needed].
Perform the following tasks before powering up the unit:

 Stand the Clear Modem on a flat surface.
 Plug the power adapter into the power connector on the back of the unit.
 Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. The unit will turn on.
 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet connector on the back of the unit.
 Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet connector of your computer.
 To use VoIP functionality of the phone, plug one end of the phone line into the activated

phone connector on the back of the unit. Phone line activation is dependent upon your
service contract.

 Plug the other end of the phone line into the phone line connector of your telephone.

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Procedure to Log into the CPE

Before you Begin Configuration, some settings on your computer must be verified or changed
to ensure that your computer configuration can support the Desktop CPE.

Verify that the IP addresses and DNS settings are automatically generated in your Local Area
connection of your Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties. Refer to the chapter titled
"Configuring TCP/IP" for information on how to do this.

Logging In to the CPE

Use the following procedure to log into the Desktop CPE.

1. On a computer that is connected to the Clear Modem Series G, open a web browser.

2. In the Address or Location field, type http://192.168.15.1 and press ENTER to display the

login screen.

Login Screen

3. In the Password field, type the password (default is CLEAR123).

4. Click Login.

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Basic Menu

The Basic menu provides the following tabs:
Password
Time Zone
Device Name
Reset Factory Settings

Password Tab

The password tab allows you to enable/disable password protection. You can also change
your password here.

Field or Button Description
Enable Login Password

Protection

New Login Password

Confirm New Login
Password

Be sure to click the Apply button once you are finished.

Checking this box will require login password
protection.

Enter your new password here. Maximum 20
characters. Passwords are case-sensitive.
Re-enter your new password here, exactly as
entered above.

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Time Zone Tab

The Device Time Zone tab allows you to establish the time zone for your location. It also
allows you to automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time if necessary.

Field or Button Description
Current Local Time Shows the current local date and time.

Time Zone Select your local time zone from the drop down

box.
Auto Adjust for Daylight
Saving Time

Be sure to click the Apply button once you are finished.

Check this box if your location observes Daylight

Savings Time. (Default is checked)

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