KBC WES2HT User Manual

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WES2HT

Wireless Ethernet System; High Throughput

WES2HT Series

User Manual

WES2HT User Manual

About This Users’ Guide

Intended Audience

This manual is intended for people who want to configure any of the WES2HT Series. You will need a basic knowledge of TCP/IP and wireless topology.

Related Documentation

Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running. It contains basic information on setting up your individual WES2HT unit.

Technical Specification

The Technical specification is designed to provide you with all the technical specifications related to the WES2HT units.

KBC Networks’ Website

Please refer to www.kbcnetworks.com for additional support documentation and product certifications.

Feedback

We welcome all comments, questions and suggestions relating to our User Guides. Please contact us on:

Technical Department KBC Networks Ltd 25691 Atlantic Ocean Drive Suite B3 Lake Forest CA 92630

Email: techsupport@kbcnetworks.com

Thank you

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Document Conventions

Warnings and Notes

These are how warnings and notes are shown is this Guide.

!Warning!

Warnings tell you about things that could harm you or your device.

Note:

Notes tell you other important information or recommendations.

Example:

Examples are provided to help make the WES2HT set up straight forward.

Syntax Conventions

The WES2HT units may be referred to as the ‘device’, the ‘unit’, the ‘product’, the ‘radios’, the ‘antenna’ or the ‘system’ in this guide.

<ENTER> denotes enter or return on your keyboard.

<*****> denotes that you need to select that option.

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Safety Warnings

!Warning! For your safety please read the following warning notices and instructions.

Safety, Approvals and Regulatory Domain Information

Safety Instruction

For your protection, please read and observe all safety instructions before operating this system and keep this sheet and any additional instructions for future reference. Installation and Use

OBSERVE WARNINGS: All warnings in the operating instructions should be carefully followed. Do not make any modifications to the WES2HT unit, Power Injection Module (PIM), or any other KBC Networks electronic device, as the unit(s) will no longer comply with legal regulations and therefore void its warranty.

WATER AND MOISTURE: The WES2HT unit is weatherproof provided it is installed in accordance to the mounting details listed in section 5 below. However, further protection or housing is suggested for harsh environments, as moisture damage voids its warranty. The PIMs used in this system are NOT weatherproof. None of the modules in this system are waterproof and should never be submerged. Severe electrical shock, personal injury or damage to the equipment may result.

POWER SOURCE: Connect the equipment to a power source only of the type described on the operating instructions or as marked on the equipment. Excessive or insufficient current or voltage can cause extended trouble-shooting or even damage that could negate its warranty. The power supply cable should not be modified/extended due to the ability to use up to 100m of power over Ethernet cable. In addition, Ethernet cable running from the PIM to the WEM should be kept separated from high-voltage cables and/or transformers.

ATTACHMENTS: Use only KBC Networks’ supplied or recommended Power Injection Modules, Power Supplies, Cat5 Cables and weather seals and plugs.

WHEN NOT IN USE: Unplug the power if the equipment is left unattended or unused for long periods of time or during lightning storms.

REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts are required, use only replacement parts specified by KBC Networks. Unauthorized substitutions may result in damage to the system and could void the warranty.

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FCC Required Information

Radio Frequency Interference Statement for Class B Digital Devices

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an intentional radiator, pursuant to Part 15, subpart C of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in residential situations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference but on or more of the following measures:

Re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna of the affected radio or television. Increase the separation between the equipment and the affected rec e i v e r. Connect the equipment and the affected receiver to power outlets on separate

circuits.

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

Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with Class B FCC limits. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by KBC could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

FCC Power Output Restrictions

The FCC does not require licensing to implement this device. License-free operation in the industrial, scientific and medical band is documented in FCC Rules Part 15.247. It is the responsibility of the individuals designing and implementing the radio system to ensure compliance with any pertinent FCC Rules and Regulations. This device must be professionally installed.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields

The WES2HT is designed to operate on the 5 GHz frequency band with up to 50 Watts EIRP maximum transmit power. This level of RF energy is above the Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) levels specified in FCC OET65:97-01. The following precautions must be taken during installation of this equipment:

The installed antenna must not be located in a manner that allows exposure of

the general population to the direct beam path of the antenna at a distance less than 20cm. Installation on towers, masts, or rooftops not accessible to the general population is recommended or alternatively mount the antenna in a manner that prevents any personnel from entering the area within 20cm from the front of the antenna.

It is recommended that the installer place radio frequency hazard warnings signs

on the barrier that prevents access to the antenna.

During installation and alignment of the antenna, do not stand in front of the

antenna assembly.

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During installation and alignment of the antenna, do not handle or touch the front

of the antenna. These simple precautions must be taken to prevent general population and installation personnel from exposure to RF energy in excess of specified MPE levels.

Industry Canada Restrictions

IC ID# 7849A-N523ESD

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (E.I.R.P.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference, and This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est confrome à la norme NMB-003 Canada. Pour

réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres utilisateurs, le type d’antenne et son gain

doivent être choisies de façon que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne dépasse pas ce qui est nécessaire pour une communication réussie. Cet appareil est conforme à la norme RSS Industrie Canada exempts de licence norme(s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: 17 Compliance

Cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif.

RF Exposure Warning

The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 37.2 cm from all persons and must not be located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Les antennes utilisées pour ce transmetteur doivent être installé en considérant une distance de séparation de toute personnes d'au moins 37.2 cm et ne doivent pas être localisé ou utilisé en conflit avec tout autre antenne ou transmetteur.

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CE Regulatory Statement

Class B ITE:

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Declaration of Conformity: KBC declares the following: Product Name: WES2HT Model No.: 802.11n Station conforms to the following Product Standards: This device complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards.) Electromagnetic Interference (Conduction and Radiation): EN 55022 (CISPR 22) Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024 (IEC61000-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11) Low Voltage Directive: EN 60 950: 1992+A1: 1993+A2: 1993+A3: 1995+A4: 1996+A11: 1997. CE Mark: following the provisions of the EC directive. KBC also declares that: The wireless card in this product complies with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following: EMC Standards: CE: EN 300 328-2, EN 300 826 (EN 301 489-17) EN 301 893.

CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it.

This equipment may be operated in the following countries:

Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Switzerland, Sweden

Installer Compliance Responsibility

Devices must be professionally installed and it is the professional installer's responsibility to make sure the device is operated within local country regulatory requirements.

Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) & Transmit Power Control (TPC):

DFS and TPC are requirements of the ETSI standard EN301 893 V1.5.1, the European Union’s harmonized radio standard for unlicensed devices operating in the 5150 – 5350 MHz and 5470 – 5725 MHz frequency bands. Radar detection is required when operating on channels whose nominal bandwidth falls partly or completely within the frequency ranges 5250 MHz to 5350 MHz or 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz. In addition devices using the 5600 – 5650 MHz band are subject to a 10 minute Channel Availability Check (CAC). The following table shows how this can affect connection times for certain frequencies:

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Frequency (MHz)

Channel Bandwidth

5MHz

10MHz

20MHz

20/40MHz

5500

2 mins

5505

2 mins

5510

2 mins

5515

2 mins

5520

2 mins

5525

2 mins

5530

2 mins

5535

2 mins

5540

2 mins

5545

2 mins

5550

2 mins

5555

2 mins

5560

2 mins

5565

2 mins

5570

2 mins

5575

2 mins

5580

2 mins

10 mins

5585

2 mins

5590

2 mins

5595

2 mins

5600

10 mins

5605

10 mins

5610

10 mins

5615

10 mins

5620

10 mins

5625

10 mins

5630

10 mins

5635

10 mins

5640

10 mins

5645

10 mins

5650

10 mins

5655

2 mins

5660

2 mins

5665

2 mins

5670

2 mins

5675

2 mins

5680

2 mins

5685

2 mins

5690

2 mins

5695

2 mins

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5700

2 mins

Environmental Restrictions of Wireless Devices

KBC products are engineered to the highest standards and designed to work in a variety of wireless applications and environments. A wireless environment includes the site in which the product is installed, the installation including power and cabling as well as any extra materials that might be necessary to complete the wireless project. Due to the fact that environments and installations differ from site to site, KBC cannot control the variables required to ensure an ideal environment. Therefore, it is not possible to guarantee a successful application based on a drawing, application note, distance calculation, quote or other type of material that KBC may provide. Should a quote, drawing, etc. be made available, it is based on the performance of the WES2HT product in an ideal environment with clear line-of-sight, absence of radio frequency (RF) interference and/or frequency multi-path reflection. Therefore, KBC cannot be held responsible should the products not operate as desired or should additional products be required to complete a project. In addition, should a particular environment restrict the usage of the WES2HT in any way, KBC offers a thirty (30) day return policy from date of shipment to the original purchaser if goods are returned in an ‘as new’ condition.

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RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement

European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Instruction of Disassembly

Note: disassembling or opening of the WES2HT unit voids warranty.

Instruction of Disassembly of KBC Product (For EU Directive 2002/95/EECWEEE)

Tools required:

No. 1 Phillips screwdriver No. 2 Phillips screwdriver

Steps for disassembly:

Remove Serial Label adhesive Remove cover screws attaching top cover to radio module cavity. Remove tightening screws for printed circuit board (PCB). Take out all PCBs.

Note: When a product reaches the end of its life – return to KBC.

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General Public License Statement

You may have received from KBC Networks products that contained – in part – free software (software licensed in a way that ensures your freedom to run, copy, distribute, study, change and improve the software). Such products include the WES2HT Series of products.

As part of these products, KBC Networks may have distributed to you hardware and/or software that contained a version of free software programs developed by the Free Software Foundation, a separate not-for-profit organization without any affiliation to KBC Networks. See http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/free-sw.html for more details. If KBC Networks distributed any portions of these free software programs to you, you were granted a license to that software under the terms of either the GNU General Public

License or GNU Lesser General Public License (“License”, copies of which are available

from http://www.gnu.org/licenses/licenses.html). The Licenses allow you to freely copy, modify and redistribute that software without any other statement or documentation from us.

For at least one (1) year from the date of distribution of the applicable product or software, KBC Networks will provide to anyone who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge of no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the complete corresponding source code for the free software programs used in the version of the programs that we distribute to you. The cost will be free if the delivery medium of the machine-readable copy is through the Internet.

Contact information:

Email: techsupport@kbcnetworks.com Tel: 949.297.4930 Address: 25691 Atlantic Ocean Drive Lake Forest, CA 92630

We do ask for your understanding regarding expected delivery timelines:

We will reply within 7 working days once the request has been made through email/telephone.

The default version sent will be the latest that we used in the firmware/programs.

Note: it may take longer if an older version is requested. The waiting time will not

exceed 2 weeks.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS USERS GUIDE…………………………………………………………………………………………1

Intended Audience…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….…….…1 Related Documentation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………1

DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS……………………………………………………………………………………….2

Warnings and Notes………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...………….2 Syntax Conventions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2

SAFETY WARNINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………3

SAFETY, APPPROVALS AND REGULATORY DOMAIN INFORMATION………………………….3

Safety Instruction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….3 FCC Required Information……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………..4 Industry Canada Restrictions……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………...5 CE Regulatory Statement…………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………6 Environmental Restrictions of Wireless Devices…………………………………………………………………….…………………….8

ROHS/WEEE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT…………………………………………………………………….9

Instructions of Disassembly……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………..9

GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE STATEMENT………………………………………………………………….10

1 OVERVIEW…..………………………………………………………………….……………………………14

1.1 Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………14

1.2 General Technical Specification…………………………………………………………………………..…………………………….15

2 TYPICAL CONFIGURATIONS…………………………………………………….……………..…..17

2.1 Point-to-point…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17

2.2 Point-to-multipoint…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….18

2.3 Relay………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….19

2.4 Wi-Fi Access Point………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………19

2.5 Mixed systems – WES2HT & MESH2HT (or MESHII) ….………………………………………………………………….…...20

3 ANTENNA OPTIONS……………………………………………………………………………………….21

3.1 Omni-directional antennas………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..21

3.2 Integrated directional antenna options……………………………………………………………………………………………..21

3.3 External directional patch antenna options………………………………………………………………………………………..22

4 POINT-TO-POINT KITS…………………………………….……………………….………………….23 5 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………..24

5.1 Pole and wall-mount for integrated directional WES2HT units……………………………………………………………24

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6 CONNECTIONS……………………………………………………………………………….……………..26

6.1 Physical Connections…………………..…………………………………………………….……………………………………………..26

6.2 Power Connections…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..27

7 LED STATUS……………………………………………….………………………………………………….28 8 CABLE ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………………………….29

8.1 Strain Relief Assembly…………………………………………………………………..……………………..……….……….……….29

8.2 Configuring the Cable………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….29

8.3 Disconnecting the Cable from the External LAN Port……………………………………………………………….………30

9 SETTING UP A BASIC LINK…………………………………………………………………………..31

9.1 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – United States & Canada…………………………………………….………..32

9.2 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – EMEA………………………….…………………………………………….………..40

9.3 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – Australia…………………….……………………………….…………….………..54

9.4 Setting up a basic point-to-multipoint link – United States & Canada………………………………...….………..62

9.5 Setting up a basic point-to-multipoint link – EMEA………………………….……………………………………….……..71

9.6 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – Australia…………………….……………………………………….…….………..84

10 INSTALLING ON SITE…………………………………………………………………………………….91

10.1 Line-of-sight…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………..…...91

10.2 Spacing required when mounting WES2HT units……………………………………………………………………………..93

10.3 Cable lengths when installing WES2HT units………………………………………………………………..…….……………94

10.4 Aligning the WES2HT units……………………………………………………………………………………….………………………95

10.5 Configuring IP addresses on a site…………………………………………………………………………………………………….95

10.6 Replacing/adding a WES2HT Module from/to the existing application…………………………………………….96

11 GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE………………………………………………………………………97

11.1 Connecting to the WES2HT GUI using a PC……………………………………………………..………………….…………..97

11.2 WES2HT Menu Options……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….…….99

12 TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………………………………………137

12.1 Visual Inspection……………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..137

12.2 Test Cable Connections…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...137

12.3 GUI Tools…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………137

12.4 Hard reset to defaults……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..138

12.5 Contact KBC Technical Assistance…………………………………………………………………………………………………….139

13 WARRANTY………………………………………………………………………………………………….140

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1. Overview

1.1 Introduction

This manual covers all the functions of the products that form KBC Networks’ WES2HT Series. The WES2HT High Throughput Wireless Ethernet System is a wireless transmission system that provides a cable less transmission path for an Ethernet channel. They are designed for use in a wide range of operating temperatures in nonenvironmentally conditioned, outdoor applications. The primary function of the system is to replace Ethernet cables where it is not practical or cost-effective or where it is beyond distance limitations. WES2HT has been specifically designed to transmit constant streaming video but can also be used to send and receive standard Ethernet data packets and in some cases, with certain WES2HT models, to operate as a WiFi Access Point. The units can be configured as a long range point-to-point wireless bridge or as a point-to-multipoint receiving antenna communicating to numerous transmitting Client/Station devices. This manual covers all operations and functions of the point-topoint and point-to-multipoint systems.

1.1.1. WES2HT

The KBC WES2HT Series is a wireless transmission system that operates in the license free 2.4GHz & 5GHz bands and also in the 4.9GHz Public Safety band (only available in the US). The units are available as PoE or non-PoE with a range of antennas to suit applications. The units will support useable throughput of up to 230Mbps (400Mbps aggregate). WES2HT requires CAT6 or above (Gigabit Ethernet Cable).

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WES2HT Specification

Standards

IEEE Standards

IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex IEEE 802.11a 5GHz IEEE 802.11b 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11g 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11y 4.9GHz US Public Safety IEEE 802.11n MIMO IEEE 802.11h ETSI DFS & TPC IEEE 802.3af

Radio

Frequency (MHz)

USA & Canada: 2412 - 2472 4940 - 4990 5745 – 5825 Europe: 2412 - 2472 5500 - 5700

Frequency Operation

Auto-select User static selectable Dynamic Frequency Selection (ETSI DFS)

Power Output

23dBm max1 Transmit Power Control (ETSI TPC)

Channel Capacity

Selectable 5, 20 or 40MHz

Modulation

OFDM

Antennas

2dBi/5dBi (2.4GHz/4.9GHz & 5GHz)

Omni-directional

9dBi (4.9GHz & 5GHz)

Directional integrated patch Dual polarization Beamwidth: Azimuth: Horizontal 65°, Vertical 65° Elevation: Horizontal 33°, Vertical 33°

11dBi (2.4GHz)

Directional integrated patch Dual polarization Beamwidth Azimuth: Horizontal 56°, Vertical 62° Elevation: Horizontal 38°, Vertical 26°

17dBi (4.9GHz & 5GHz)

Directional integrated patch Dual polarization Beamwidth:

General Technical Specification

Territory specific.

Assumes an ideal environment with maximum signal rates & within receive

sensitivity specification.

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Azimuth: Horizontal 30°, Vertical 33° Elevation: Horizontal 17°, Vertical 17°

System

Data throughput2 (max values – limited by 10/100 port)

HT5 HT20 HT40 17Mbps 130Mbps 230Mbps

Latency

< 10 mS

Power

Power input (supplied by PIM)

24Vdc, 500mA Reverse voltage protected

Power method (non-PoE WES2HT)

Passive PoE

Power method (PoE WES2HT)

IEEE 802.3af (PD)

PoE cable spec

100m on 24AWG Cat5/5e/6/6e

Mechanical

Casing

IP66

Dimensions (Patch L x W x D)

245mm x 245mm x 76mm

9.625” x 9.625” x 3”

Weight

420g 15oz

Installation

Wall-mount or pole-mount

Environmental

Operating Temperature

-40° ~ +74°C / -40° ~ +165°F

Storage Temperature

-40° ~ +90°C / -40° ~ +194°F

Operating Humidity

5% to 95% non-condensing

Connectors

10/100/1000 Electrical

1 x RJ45

Approvals

FCC Part 15 subpart C

Class B

IC ID# 7849A-N523ESD

Class B

EN 55024 (IEC61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11)

Electromagnetic Immunity

EN 55022 (CISPR 22)

Electromagnetic Interference (Conduction and Radiation)

EN 60 950: 1992+A1; 1993+A2; 1995+A4; 1996+A1; 1997

Low Voltage Directive EN 300 328-2

EN 300 826

EN 301 489-17

EN 301 893

R&TT Directive (1999/5/EC)

Assumes an ideal environment with maximum signal rates & within receive

sensitivity specification.

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2. Typical Configurations

The WES2HT units are available to work in the following configurations:

Point-to-point Point-to-multipoint Relay Wi-Fi Access Point Mixed systems

o WESII / WES2HT o WESII or WES2HT / MESH2HT

2.1 Point-to-Point

2.1.1 Non-PoE WES2HT

WES2HT Client

WES2HT Host

Note: The drawings above and below show the parts that come in a standard WES2HT-

KT (i.e., WES2HT Host and Client and accessories). The power supplies and power injectors in the kit will only power the WES2HT and will not power the camera or any other device other than the WES2HT units.

2.1.2 PoE WES2HT

WES2HT Client

WES2HT Host

Note: The system is capable of being powered by PoE or via the passive power injector

(PIM) and power supply included with the product. In essence, there is only one version of the system but it can be powered via the PIM if there is no PoE switch available or via an IEEE 802.3af PSE device.

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WES2HT Client

WES2HT Host

WES2HT Client

High Megapixel Camera

WES2HT Client

WES2HT Host

WES2HT Client

2.2 Point-to-multipoint

2.1.1. Non-PoE WES2HT

2.1.2. PoE WES2HT

Note: Switches must be gigabit POE or gigabit POE+

Note: The system is capable of being powered by PoE or via the passive power injector

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WES2HT Host #1

WES2HT Client #2

2.3 Relay

WES2HT Client #1

WES2HT Host # 2

2.4 Wi-Fi Access Point

Note: Only multipoint Hosts are able to operate as a Wi-Fi AP (i.e., WES2HT-AB-Ax /

WES2HT-AB-Bx or WES2HT-DB-Ax / WES2HT-DB-Bx -- “x” is a place holder for the actual indicator used in the complete model number to identify the global type of power supply included in the kit)

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WES2HT MP Host

2.5 Mixed systems – WES2HT & MESH2HT (or MESHII)

In many wireless designs there are multiple transmitters sending to one common receiver. Often the amount of throughput coming into the transmitter is less than 99Mbps so the standard WESII series could be used on the transmit side. On the receive side, however, the overall throughput coming into the receiver may exceed 99Mbps and therefore need the HT multipoint host. In the drawing below, assume that the camera icon represents numerous cameras and/or high megapixel but the total amount of throughput at each transmit site will never exceed 99Mbps. The diagram also assumes that the amount of throughput at the receive Host site is more than 99Mbps but less than 230Mbps.

Note: Switch at the Host receive side must be gigabit (POE optional)

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3. Antenna Options

The WES2HT units are available with the following antennas:

2dBi/5dBi dual rated omni-directional antenna for 2.4GHz/4.9GHz & 5GHz 11dBi/13dBi dual rated omni-directional antenna for 2.4GHz/4.9GHz & 5GHz 9dBi integral patch antenna for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation 11dBi integral patch antenna for 2.4GHz operation 17dBi integral patch antenna 4.9GHz 5GHz operation 9dBi external patch antenna for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation 11dBi external patch antenna for 2.4GHz operation 17dBi external patch antenna for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation

3.1 Omni-directional options

3.1.1 2dBi/5dBi

This is a dual frequency rated omni-directional antenna for 2.4GHz,

4.9GHz & 5GHz operation. At 2.4GHz the antenna has a gain of 2dBi and at 4.9GHz & 5GHz the antenna has a gain of 5dBi. The beamwidth of the antenna is 360°. The WES2HT unit will need two of these antennae but no connecting cable is necessary.

3.1.1 11dBi/13dBi

This is a dual frequency rated omni-directional high gain antenna option for 2.4GHz, 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation. At 2.4GHz the antenna has a gain of 11dBi and at 4.9GHz & 5GHz the antenna has a gain of 13dBi. The beamwidth of the antenna is 360°. This antenna has two N-Connectors so only one antenna is needed per WES2HT unit. Each antenna ships with two 1m connecting cables enabling one omni antenna to connect to both antenna ports on the WES2HT unit.

Note: This antenna is not included in any of the standard WES2HT model kits. It is

designed to be an available high gain omni option when the included 5dBi antennae will not achieve the necessary distances and connection signal strengths.

3.2 Integrated directional patch antenna options

3.2.1 9dBi

This is an integral directional patch antenna option for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is: Azimuth: Horizontal 65°, Vertical 65°; Elevation: Horizontal 33°, Vertical 33°

3.2.2 11dBi

This is an integral directional patch antenna option for 2.4GHz operation. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is: Azimuth: Horizontal 56°, Vertical 62°; Elevation: Horizontal 38°, Vertical 26°

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3.2.3 17dBi

This is an integral directional patch antenna option for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is:

Azimuth: Horizontal 30°, Vertical 33° Elevation: Horizontal 17°, Vertical 17°

3.3 External directional patch antenna options

External antennas can be attached to the antenna ports on the external antenna chassis and are provided with 2 x 1m cables. See section 6.1.2.

3.3.1 9dBi

This is an external directional patch antenna option for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation, part number PAT5M-9. The antenna is supplied as a separate unit that contains 1 x 9dBi patch antenna and 2 x 1m cables. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is:

Azimuth: Horizontal 65°, Vertical 65° Elevation: Horizontal 33°, Vertical 33°

3.3.2 11dBi

This is an external directional patch antenna option for 2.4GHz operation, part number PAT2M. The antenna is supplied as a separate unit that contains 1 x 11dBi patch antenna and 2 x 1m cables. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is:

Azimuth: Horizontal 56°, Vertical 62° Elevation: Horizontal 38°, Vertical 26°

3.3.3 17dBi

This is an external directional patch antenna option for 4.9GHz & 5GHz operation, part number PAT5M. The antenna is supplied as a separate unit that contains 1 x 17dBi patch antenna and 2 x 1m cables. The antenna is dual polarized. The beamwidth is:

Azimuth: Horizontal 30°, Vertical 33° Elevation: Horizontal 17°, Vertical 17°

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Part number

Description

Contents

WES2HT-KT

5GHz, point-to-point 17dBi kit

1 x 5GHz WES2HT-AA-Cx 17dBi Singlepoint Host; 1 x 5 GHz WES2HT-AC-Cx 17dBi Client; 2 x Gigabit LAN power injectors; 2 x 24VDC Power Supplies; 2 x pole/wall mounting assemblies.

WES2HT-KT-9

5GHz, point-to-point 9dBi kit

1 x 5GHz WES2HT-AA-Bx 9dBi Singlepoint Host; 1 x 5 GHz WES2HT-AC-Bx 9dBi Client; 2 x Gigabit LAN power injectors; 2 x 24VDC Power Supplies; 2 x pole/wall mounting assemblies

WES2HT-KT-49

4.9GHz, point-to-point kit

Included in the WES2HT-KT-49 is all that is included in the WES2HT-KT but the radios are 4.9GHz as opposed to 5GHz.

This system operates on the Public Safety band and is approved by FCC/IC to be used by first response only. It remains the responsibility of the

user to abide by FCC or IC requirements.

WES2HT-KT-P8

5GHz, point-to-point kit with 8 port PoE+ Gig switch & narrow temperature range PSU

Included in the WES2HT-KT-P8 is all that is included in the WES2HT-KT as well as: 1 x ESUG8P-D Gigabit Switch + 1 x DRP480-48 Power Supply

WES2HT-KT-P8T

5GHz, point-to-point kit with 8 port PoE+ Gig switch & extended temperature range PSU

Included in the WES2HT-KT-P8T is all that is included in the WES2HT-KT as well as: 1 x ESUG8P-D Gigabit Switch + 1 x SDR480-48 Power Supply

4. Point-to-point Kits

There are a number of WES2HT point-to-point kits that are available, details are below:

Note: In the model numbers referenced above “x” is a place holder for the actual

indicator used in the complete model number to identify the global type of power supply included in the kit.

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5. Mounting Instructions

WES2HT units are sold with all necessary mounting brackets and screws for installation on 76mm/3” diameter pole or wall mount.

Note: This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions found in this

manual. The orientation must be as depicted below. Failure to comply with these instructions will invalidate warranty.

5.1 Pole and wall-mount for WES2HT units

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Qty Description

1 Bracket body

1 Pole clamp bracket

1 Connecting piece 1

1 Connecting piece 2

1 50mm, 1.98” long ¼” hex bolt

3 ¼” hex nuts

1 27mm, 1.06” long ¼” hex bolt

3 Flat washers 15mm, 0.59”

3 Locking washers 10mm, 0.39” long

1 U bolt

4 ¼-20 lock washers

Remove all packaging material Remove 50mm bolt, flat washer, locking washer and hex nut. Mount back plate to front WES2HT assembly plate. Replace flat washer, locking washer and hex nut. Remove ‘U’ shaped bolt. Bolt the unit to the pole. Up/Down Alignment offers one position when using the pre-fabricated channel

lock grooves on the swivel brackets. Directional antennas may require additional

up/down alignment angles than those allowed on the pre-fabricated grooves. To

achieve different angles, remove the 50mm Hex bolt. Insert the longer bolt and

add the star washer. Re-connect and tighten.

Position the WES2HT unit to face the WES2HT unit at the other end of the link. Carry out the alignment process – see Section 10.4 for instructions and Section 7

for LED status information.

When in the best position, tighten.

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6. Connections

6.1 Physical Connections

6.1.1 Integrated Patch Antenna Chassis

1. Patch antenna cover

2. Serial number label

3. Internal RF module enclosure

4. Status LEDs

5. LAN port (RJ45)

6. Mounting block

7. Reset to default button

Front view

Rear view

6.1.2 External Antenna Chassis

1. Antenna ports, attach screw down omni-directional antennas (for directional antennas, connect jumper LMR-200 cable)

2. Serial number label

3. Internal RF module enclosure

4. Status LEDs

5. LAN port (RJ-45)

6. Mounting block

7. Reset to default button

Rear view

Note: See Section 11.2.2.3 for details of how to perform a hard reset to default settings.

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1. Power supply input

2. Power LED

3. LAN and power out to the WES2HT

4. LAN input from Ethernet device

5. Mounting tabs

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6.2 Power Connections

WES2HT units support both PoE and non-PoE power configurations.

6.2.1 Power Injector Module for the non-PoE configuration

WES2HT units are supplied with a mid-span Power Injector Module (PIM) and a standard 24Vdc, 500mA Power Supply Unit, however, they can be bypassed when connecting directly from a IEEE 802.3af PSE device (section 6.2.2 below).

Note: The Power Injector Modules (PIM) are not weatherproof units and must be

protected from moisture.

For extreme temperature conditions there is also a KBC Networks Industrial DIN Rail power supply available, part number MDR-20-24. These units provide 24W at 24Vdc. These units need to be purchased separately, for further details please contact KBC Networks.

6.2.2 Alternative Power Option for the WES2HT

The WES2HT units are capable of being IEEE 802.3af Powered Devices (PD) ie. they can also be powered from a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) such as an Ethernet switch which provides power on the Ethernet cable. There are a number of different Ethernet switches options with PoE available from KBC Networks, these can be purchased separately. Please contact KBC Networks for further information.

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7. LED Status

7.1 LED Description

1 Signal Strength Indicator – 40 RSSI 2 Signal Strength Indicator – 30 RSSI 3 Signal Strength Indicator – 20 RSSI 4 Signal Strength Indicator – 10 RSSI 5 Not used 6 Ethernet Link Activity 7 Power

7.1.1 LED Boot Up Process

Upon connection of an Ethernet cable from the PSE to the unit, the Power LED 7

will light.

After 1 second RSSI LEDs 1, 2 & 3 illuminate. RSSI LEDs 1, 2 & 3 then go off. After 5 seconds the Ethernet Link Activity LED 6, illuminates. At the same time the Signal Strength Indicator, LED 1 flashes for approximately 2

seconds.

LEDs 1 & 6 then switch off. LED 6 comes on again and flashes intermittently showing that a connection is

established.

After approximately 1 – 2 minutes RSSI LEDs 1, 2, 3 & 4 will light depending on

the level of signal strength.

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8. Cable Assembly

8.1 Strain Relief Assembly

1. Thread the Cat 5 cable through the hole in the gland.

2. Pull the cable through and crimp on the RJ45 connector – see section 8.2

3. Connect the RJ45 connector into the WES2HT’s LAN port.

4. Tighten the clamping nut until the Ethernet cable is secured in the connector until it

is hand tight.

!Warning! DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. Over-torquing can damage the port and/or the

internal board inside. Also do not grab the black exterior housing with a wrench. Turning that portion of the port will not detach the cable assembly or threading piece, it will only damage the device.

Note: the RJ45 connector does move slightly within the LAN port on the WES2HT unit

this allows the RJ45 connector to be connected to the Ethernet port more easily.

8.2 Configuring the Cable.

Note: The total length of cable from the WES2HT to the Ethernet device cannot exceed

100m (325 feet); however, for a non-PoE WES2HT unit the PIM can be located anywhere along the overall 100m of cable. KBC Networks recommends shielded Ethernet cables for the cable connecting the PIM to the WES2HT unit. Any cable exposed to the elements should also be outdoor rated.

1. Determine the length of cable that will be required and where the PIM will be

located.

2. Slide the weatherproof connector over the cable jacket before crimping the

connector. See Section 8.1 for the assembly instructions. If needed, see below for color-code standards to configure the correct type of Ethernet cable.

Note: Ethernet standard straight-through cable configurations used must be configured

to one of the Ethernet standards (568-A or 568-B) in order for the WES2HT system to operate efficiently. Any deviation from one of the two standard configurations can lead to undesired activity.

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Pin out for color codes 568-A and 568-B:

568-A 568-B 1- Green/White 1- Orange/White 2- Solid Green 2- Solid Orange 3- Orange/White 3- Green/White 4- Solid Blue 4- Solid Blue 5- Blue/White 5- Blue/White 6- Solid Orange 6- Solid Green 7- Brown/White 7- Brown/White 8- Solid Brown 8- Solid Brown

A cable configured with the 568-A color code on one end and the 568-B color code on the other end is an Ethernet standard crossover cable.

8.3 Disconnecting the Cable from the External LAN Port.

When the system must be removed from its mounted position for servicing and the Ethernet cable must be removed from the RJ45 port, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the strain relief (see warning note above in section 8.1, step 4).

2. Using a small flathead screw driver (or something flat and long, or even the long

flat portion of a pen cap), depress the RJ45 tab that secures the connector into

the port. Do not attempt to remove the cable without depressing in the RJ45

connector tab or the port will get pulled loose from the housing.

3. At this point the cable can be removed from the RJ45 port.

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9. Setting up a basic link

It is highly recommended that all equipment be bench tested before being installed on site.

You will need:

4 x straight through Ethernet cables.

Note: It is recommended that for bench testing Host and Client units be placed face

downwards with a distance of 5 – 10m between them to avoid saturation.

The following sections deal with setting up basic links for the three different firmware versions:

US & Canada EMEA Australian

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9.1 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – United States & Canada

9.1.1 Host configuration for point-to-point - United States & Canada

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT point-to-point Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU) and

Power Injector Modules (PIM) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

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Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

WES2HT Host

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet. Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

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Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand

Step 7: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

channel. For systems with more than one point-to-point link on a site you will need to manually set the channel frequency so that each point-to-point link operates on a different frequency. See Section 11.2.6.1 Manual setting for details for manually setting the channel frequency.

Ensure this box is checked

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Step 8: Enter the MAC address of the Client unit that the Host will connect to in

the ‘Remote Client-Lock to MAC’. This can be found on the ‘Status’ page of the Client unit or the rear label on the outside of the unit. The MAC address must be entered in the following format: xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

Enter the Client MAC address here

Step 9: Apply Settings

Step 10: Save the changes.

Select: <Apply Settings>

Select: <Save>

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9.1.2 Client configuration for point-to-point - United States & Canada

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Client, Power Supply Unit (PSU) and Power Injector

Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

WES2HT Client

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

WES2HT Client

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Client on its 192.168.1.201 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

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Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Check the Remote AP-Lock to MAC box

Check this box

Step 8: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

Remote AP-ESSID is set to the same as the Host unit.

Ensure these are the same as the Host unit you want to connect to

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Step 9: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 10: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg. 3c:0f:c1:00:25:3a

Step 11: The Host address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now locked to

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

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Step 12: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the unit will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 13: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

Unless a more advanced set up is desired, the antennas are configured for installation at this point. For advanced configuration see Section 11.

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9.2 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – EMEA

9.2.1 Host configuration for point-to-point - EMEA

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT PoE point-to-point Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU)

and Power Injector Modules (PIM) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

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Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Selecting the correct country

Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct country is selected. KBC

Networks accepts no liability for incorrectly configured equipment.

Select: the country where the unit will be operating

Step 8: Apply the country setting.

Select: <Apply Settings>

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Select: <Save>

Step 9: Save

Step 10: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

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Ensure this box is checked

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Step 11: Enter the MAC address of the Client unit that the Host will connect to in

the ‘Remote Client-Lock to MAC’. This can be found on the ‘Status’ page of the Client unit or on the rear label on the outside of the unit. The MAC address must be entered in the following format: xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

Enter the Client MAC address here

Step 12: Apply Settings

Select: <Apply Settings>

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Select: <Save>

Step 13: Save the changes.

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9.2.2 Client configuration for point-to-point - EMEA

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Client, Power Supply Unit (PSU) and Power Injector

Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Client on its 192.168.1.201 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

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Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Select the correct country.

Select: the country where the unit will

be operating

Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct Country is selected. KBC

Networks accepts no liability for incorrectly configured equipment.

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Step 8: Apply the country setting.

Select: <Apply Settings>

Select: <Save>

Step 9: Save

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Step 10: Check the Remote AP-Lock to MAC box

Check this box

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Step 11: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

remote AP-ESSID and Country Code are set to the same as the Host unit.

Ensure this is the same as the Host unit you want to connect to.

Ensure this is on 20/40M

Step 12: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 13: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg. 3c:0f:c1:00:25:3a

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Step 14: The Host address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now locked to

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

Step 15: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the unit will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 16: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

Unless a more advanced set up is desired, the antennas are configured for installation at this point. For advanced configuration see Section 11.

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9.3 Setting up a basic point-to-point link – Australia

9.3.1 Host configuration for point-to-point - Australia

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT point-to-point Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU) and

Power Injector Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

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User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <BASIC WIRELESS> under the ‘NETWORK’ option from the left hand menu

Step 7: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

Ensure this box is checked

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Step 8: Enter the MAC address of the Client unit that the Host will connect to in

the ‘Remote Client-Lock to MAC’. This can be found on the Status page of the Client unit or the rear label on the outside of the unit. The MAC address must be in the format: xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

Enter the Client MAC address here.

Step 9: Apply Settings

Step 10: Save the changes.

Select: <Apply Settings>

Select: <Save>

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9.3.2 Client configuration for point-to-point - Australia

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Client, Power Supply Unit (PSU) and Power Injector

Modules (PIM) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Client on its 192.168.1.201 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

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User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <BASIC WIRELESS> under the

‘NETWORK’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Check the Remote AP-Lock to MAC box

Check this box

Step 8: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

Remote AP-ESSID are set to the same as the Host unit.

Ensure these are the same as the Host unit you want to connect to

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Step 9: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 10: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg. 3c:0f:c1:00:25:3a

Step 11: The Host address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now locked to

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

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Step 12: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the unit will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 13: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

Unless a more advanced set up is desired, the antennas are configured for installation at this point. For advanced configuration see Section 11.

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9.4 Setting up a basic point-to-multipoint link United States & Canada

9.4.1 Host configuration for point-to-multipoint - United States & Canada

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT point-to-multipoint Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU)

and Power Injector Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

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the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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checked

Step 7: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

channel. For systems with more than one point-to-multipoint link on a site you will need to manually set the channel frequency for each group of Host and Clients so that each group operates on a different frequency. See Section 11.2.6.1 Manual setting for details of how to manually set the channel frequency.

Ensure this box is

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WESII PoE

Client

PoE switch

9.4.2 Client configuration for point-to-multipoint - United States & Canada

Setting up each Client

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Clients, Power Supply Units (PSUs) and Power

Injector Modules (PIMs) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

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For each Client to be linked to the point-to-multipoint Host:

Step 4: Open a web browser to access each of the Clients on its 192.168.1.201 IP

address; this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: For each Client in the point-to-multipoint group you will have to assign an

individual IP address. In the NETWORK : Basic Network menu the default IP address will be 192.168.1.201. Type in a new IP address on the

192.168.1.xx subnet eg. 192.168.1.8. For a site example see Section 10.

Client default IP address

NETWORK: Basic Network

Type in a new IP address on the 192.168.1.xx subnet

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Save

Step 8: Apply Settings and Save

Apply Settings

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Step 9: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

Remote AP-ESSID is set to the same as the Host unit for each of the Client units in the group. For a system with multiple, point-to-multipoint systems you will need to assign separate SSID for every group of Host plus Client units.

Ensure this is the same as the Host unit you want to connect to.

Ensure this is on 20/40M

Step 10: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 11: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg.

3c:0f:c1:00:25:3a

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Step 12: The Host IP address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window. The Client unit will pick up the Host unit’s frequency

automatically. You now have a connected link.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now paired with

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

Step 13: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the units will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 14: Repeat the process for every Client that needs to be connected to the

Host.

Step 15: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

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9.5 Setting up a basic point-to-multipoint link – EMEA

9.5.1 Host configuration for point-to-multipoint - EMEA

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT point-to-multipoint Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU)

and Power Injector Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

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Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Select the correct country.

Select: the country where the

unit will be operating

Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct country is selected. KBC

Networks accepts no liability for incorrectly configured equipment.

Step 8: Apply the country setting.

Select: <Apply Settings>

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Step 9: Save.

Select: <Save>

Step 10: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

Ensure this box is checked

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9.5.2 Client configuration for point-to-multipoint - EMEA

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Clients, Power Supply Units (PSUs) and Power

Injector Modules (PIMs) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

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For each Client to be linked to the point-to-multipoint Host:

Step 4: Open a web browser to access each of the Clients on its 192.168.1.201 IP

address; this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <Radio 1> under the ‘BASIC WIRELESS’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Select the correct Country Code.

Select: the country where the unit will

be operating

Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct Country is selected. KBC

Networks accepts no liability for incorrectly configured equipment. A Country Code setting is not required for units purchased in the US.

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Step 8: Apply the Country Code setting.

Select: <Apply Settings>

Step 9: Save the settings.

Select: <Save>

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Step 10: For each Client in the point-to-multipoint group you will have to assign an

individual IP address. In the NETWORK : Basic Network menu the default IP address will be 192.168.1.201. Type in a new IP address on the

192.168.1.xx subnet eg. 192.168.1.8. For a site example see Section 10.

Client default IP address

NETWORK: Basic Network

Type in a new IP address on the 192.168.1.xx subnet

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Step 11: Apply Settings and Save

Select: <Save>

Apply Settings

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Step 12: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

Remote AP-ESSID and Country Code are set to the same as the Host unit for each of the Client units in the group. For a system with multiple, pointto-multipoint systems you will need to assign separate SSID for every group of Host plus Client units.

Ensure this is the same as the Host unit you want to connect to.

Ensure this is the same as the Host unit you want to connect to

Ensure this is on 20/40M

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Step 13: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 14: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg. 3c:0f:c1:00:12:83

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Step 15: The Host IP address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window. The Client unit will pick up the Host unit’s frequency

automatically. You now have a connected link.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now paired with

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

Step 16: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the units will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 17: Repeat the process for every Client that needs to be connected to the

Host.

Step 18: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

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9.6 Setting up a basic point-to-multipoint link – Australia

9.6.1 Host configuration for point-to-multipoint - Australia

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT point-to-multipoint Host, Power Supply Unit (PSU)

and Power Injector Modules (PIM) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

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Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

Step 4: Open a web browser to access the Host on its 192.168.1.200 IP address;

this is the default IP address for the Host unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <BASIC WIRELESS> under the ‘NETWORK’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: Ensure that the Auto box is checked, the unit will chose the most suitable

Ensure this box is checked

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9.6.2 Client configuration for point-to-multipoint - Australia

Setting up each Client

Step 1: Remove the WES2HT Clients, Power Supply Units (PSUs) and Power

Injector Modules (PIMs) (for non-PoE units only) from the box.

Step 2a: Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM

to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the

same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 2b: The unit can also be powered via 802.3af PSE:

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect a second Ethernet cable from another port on the PSE to the laptop or PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

Step 3: Set the static IP address on the laptop to the 192.168.1.x subnet.

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For each Client to be linked to the point-to-multipoint Host:

Step 4: Open a web browser to access each of the Clients on its 192.168.1.201 IP

address; this is the default IP address for the Client unit.

Step 5: Enter the following to access the GUI:

User Name: admin Password: admin

Note: ensure that all other network interface connections including your laptop Wi-Fi are

disabled.

Step 6: Basic Wireless

Select: <BASIC WIRELESS> under the

‘NETWORK’ option from the left hand menu

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Step 7: For each Client in the point-to-multipoint group you will have to assign an

individual IP address. In the NETWORK : Basic Network menu the default IP address will be 192.168.1.201. Type in a new IP address on the

192.168.1.xx subnet eg. 192.168.1.8. For a site example see Section 10.

Client default IP address

NETWORK: Basic Network

Step 8: Apply Settings and Save

Type in a new IP address on the 192.168.1.xx subnet

Save

Apply Settings

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to.

Step 9: Ensure that the Channel Spectrum Width is on 20/40M & ensure that the

Remote AP-ESSID is set to the same as the Host unit for each of the Client units in the group. For a site with multiple, point-to-multipoint systems you will need to assign separate SSID for every group of Host plus Client units.

Ensure this is the same as the Host unit you want to connect

Ensure this is on 20/40M

Step 10: Select Site Survey to find the WES2HT Host you want to connect to.

Select: <Site Survey>

Step 11: The Site Survey will search for the KBC WES2HT Host that you want to

connect to. Click on the actual MAC address of the Host unit you want to connect to.

Select: the MAC address eg. 3c:0f:c1:00:12:83

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Step 12: The Host IP address should now appear in the Remote AP-Lock to MAC

address window. The Client unit will pick up the Host unit’s frequency automatically. You

now have a connected link.

Host MAC address selected that the Client is now connected to.

Note: it is recommended that you write down all the MAC addresses and SSIDs used in

the application for future reference.

Step 13: The WES2HT units will take approximately 2 minutes to connect to each

other. Once a connection has been made the RSSI LEDs on the back of the units will light to show the strength of the connection. See Section 7.

Step 14: Repeat the process for every Client that needs to be connected to the

Host.

Step 15: You will now be able to connect to the Host unit via the Client across the

link that has been set up. To do this open another tab on your web browser and access the Host on its 192.169.1.200 default address.

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10 Installing on site

Once you are happy with the basic Host and Client(s) set up as described above the units can be installed on site. It is recommended that all units are set up prior to installation on site although frequencies may need to be adjusted if they have been manually set if there is interference on certain channels. See pages 134-135 (Section

11.2.6.1 Interference Analyzer) for instructions of how to perform a frequency site

survey using the ‘Interference Analyzer’ tool on a Host unit to determine frequencies

already in use on a site.

10.1 Line-of-sight

It is important that there is proper line-of-sight between each Host and associated Client(s). Line-of-sight is NOT just a single clear view running between the two points like a laser beam. Line-of-sight includes the Fresnel Zone; think of being able to drive a double decker bus between the two points without anything being in its path. If trees or any other obstacle are blocking part of the Fresnel zone, the wireless system may not transmit the signal the required distance.

In a situation like this, the transmit and receive antennas may need to be mounted on higher poles to get above the trees or any other potential obstruction.

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Range Distance

1000 feet 305m

Required Fresnel Zone Diameter (2.4GHz)

20 feet

6.1m

Required Fresnel Zone Diameter (4.9/5GHz)

14 feet

4.3m

2500 feet 762m

1 mile

1.6km

4 miles

6.4km

10 miles

16.1km

30 miles

48.3km

33 feet

10.1m

47 feet

14.3m

92 feet 28m

148 feet

45.1m

20 feet

6.1m

30 feet

9.1m

60 feet

18.3m

100 feet

30.5m

N/A 200 feet

60.1m

Note: all measurements are estimated.

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10.2 Spacing required when mounting WES2HT units

See section 5 for mounting instructions. When mounting units in a relay configuration the following distances between units are required.

Note: The operation of the units must be as depicted, failure to comply with these

instructions will invalidate warranty.

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10.3 Cable lengths when installing WES2HT units

When installing the WES2HT units the total combined length of cables for any configuration must not exceed 100m.

Note: The type of Cat5 configuration may be determined by the LAN port of the Ethernet

device. If the port is a 10/100 port, you may require a crossover cable. A crossover cable is not necessary if the two PIMs connect into an Ethernet switch. Most cables used to connect the WES2HT system are configured using a straight-through color code.

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10.4 Aligning the WES2HT units

For each WES2HT radio in the system, carry out the following steps:

Upon proper power via PIM or PSE device, the WES2HT unit’s power LED should

be green, ensure that the cable into the LAN port is seated properly.

Align the Client unit(s) to the Host unit so that they are pointing directly towards

each other.

The RSSI level of the link needs to be between 40 – 50dB if possible; to check

this either:

o Look on the back side of the WES2HT unit to determine the RSSI LED

status and re-position if necessary to obtain the best RSSI signal strength, or

o On the Client unit in the ‘Status’ page of the GUI click on the <Align>

button to determine the RSSI level and re-position as necessary. For further information see Section 11.2.1.5 Align.

10.5 Configuring IP addresses on a site

When installing multiple point-to-point or point-to-multipoint groups on one site, it is important to ensure that each piece of equipment has a unique IP address. To change the WES2HT unit’s IP addresses from their default (192.168.1.200 – Host, 192.168.1 201 – Client) see Section 11.2.6.1 Manual setting.

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10.6 Replacing / Adding a WES2HT Module from/to the Existing Application

10.6.1 Replacing a WES2HT Host unit

The WES2HT point to point Host/AP connects to its Client based on MAC Addresses. A point-to-point Host/AP can connect to one Client MAC address only. A point-to-multipoint Host/AP on the other hand can connect to multiple Clients but does not require MAC address locking.

If a point to point Host/AP is being replaced, the Client with which it is required to communicate must also be re-configured within the WES2HT Client’s Basic Wireless page to ensure that the correct MAC address is selected for the new Host/AP.

Note: The Client is not required to have its MAC Lock feature enabled, however, it is set

to its original host when ordered in a bundled point to point kit. In that case, the Client would need to be re-configured for the new Host MAC or have that feature disabled.

In addition, if adding a new Host/AP to an existing application the new Host/AP must be configured to an available frequency not being used by the existing system. And the original Host/AP should be set to a static frequency if still set to “Auto”.

10.6.2 Replacing a WES2HT Client unit

If a Client is being replaced, or added to a point-to-multipoint network, it’s SSID, Country Code and channel spectrum width settings must be configured to match the Host/ AP configuration with which it wants to connect.

If a Client is being replaced in a point-to-point network see Section 9 to reconfigure the link.

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11 Graphical User Interface

The WES2HT Graphical User Interface can be accessed in the following ways:

connecting directly to the WES2HT unit through the PIM connecting via PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) via a WES2HT point-to-multipoint Host/AP connection to a Client PC/laptop over a WES2HT wireless connection

11.1 Connecting to the WES2HT GUI using a PC

11.1.1 Using the supplied power injector

Connect the first Ethernet straight through cable from the ‘IN’ on the PIM to either a

laptop or a PC LAN port.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable from ‘OUT’ on the same PIM to the WES2HT Host LAN port.

Apply power to the PIM with the provided 24Vdc PSU, ensure that the green LED on the PIM is illuminated. Allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

See Section 7 for WES2HT LED boot up process.

Note: Due to various port types, a crossover Ethernet cable may be required between

the Ethernet device and ‘IN’ port on the PIM. KBC Networks recommends a crossover

cable be available during set up, trouble-shooting and maintenance of the system.

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11.1.2 Using a PoE Switch / PSE Device

Connect an Ethernet cable from the PSE device (eg. Ethernet switch) to the LAN port of the WES2HT unit.

Connect the second Ethernet straight through cable to either a laptop or a PC LAN port.

Apply power to the PSE device and allow 60 seconds for the unit to boot up.

See Section 7 for the WES2HT LED boot up process.

11.1.3 Accessing the GUI via a Web Browser

The computer used to access the WES2HT GUI must be set to a static IP address on the same subnet as the WES2HT unit. The WES2HT default configuration is on the

192.168.1.x subnet (refer to any provided documentation for the exact IP address for the individual unit) therefore the computer must also be set to a 192.168.1.x IP address if the unit is still on its factory set configurations.

Once the computer’s IP address is confirmed, open a web browser such as MS Internet

Explorer® or Mozilla Firefox®. Type in the Host/AP (192.168.1.200 default) or Client (192.168.1.201 default) IP address in the address bar at the top of the web browser. If the IP is correct and the link activity is established, the browser will prompt you to enter

the User Name and Password. The User Name and Password are ‘admin’ / ‘admin’ (case

sensitive).

User Name: admin Password: admin

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11.2 WES2HT Menu Options

The WES2HT has the following menu options for United States & Canada and EMEA firmware:

DIAGOSTICS

o Status o Services o Topology

NETWORK

o Basic Network

BASIC WIRELESS

o Radio 1

ADVANCED WIRELESS

o Radio 1

The WES2HT has the following menu options for Australian firmware:

DIAGOSTICS

o Status o Services o System

NETWORK

o Basic Network o Basic Wireless o Advanced Wireless

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