Mitsubishi Electronics A101 User Manual
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Contents
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features ............................................................................. 1-3
1.3.1 Top view ................................................................. 1-3
1.3.2 Bottom view ........................................................... 1-3
1.3.3 Rear view ............................................................... 1-4
1.4 LED indicators .................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Network setup .................................................................... 1-5
1.5.1 Ad-hoc network ...................................................... 1-5
1.5.2 Infrastructure network ............................................ 1-5
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 System requirements ......................................................... 2-2
2.2 Installation procedures ....................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Installing the device drivers and utilities................. 2-2
2.2.2 Installing the device ............................................... 2-3
2.3 Placement .......................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 Wall mounting ........................................................ 2-4
Features
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Control Centre .................................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 Control Centre icons .............................................. 3-2
3.1.2 Control Centre right-click menu ............................. 3-3
3.1.3 Control Centre left-click menu................................ 3-3
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Contents
Safeguards
3.2 Wireless Settings................................................................ 3-4
3.2.1 Status ..................................................................... 3-4
3.2.2 Configuration ......................................................... 3-7
3.2.3 Site Survey ............................................................ 3-9
3.2.4 About Wireless Settings ....................................... 3-10
3.2.5 Link State ............................................................. 3-10
3.2.6 Command icons .................................................... 3-11
3.2.7 Other right-click options ........................................3-11
3.3 Mobile Manager................................................................ 3-13
3.3.1 The Main Menu .................................................... 3-15
3.3.2 Creating a new configuration ............................... 3-15
3.3.3 Editing a configuration ......................................... 3-19
3.4 Site Monitor ...................................................................... 3-23
3.4.1 Launching Site Monitor ........................................ 3-23
3.4.2 Site Monitor main window .................................... 3-23
3.4.3 Monitoring a connection ....................................... 3-24
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 4-2
Service Contacts ......................................................................... 4-5
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need to install and configure
your A101 Wireless USB Adaptor.
How this guide is organised
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the physical features of the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor. This section also presents the package contents, LED
indicators, and recommended network settings.
• Chapter 2: Hardware installation
This chapter provides information on how to install the A101 Wireless
USB Adaptor.
• Chapter 3: Configuration
This chapter provides information on the contents of the Driver CD.
• Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
This chapter contains a troubleshooting guide for solving common
problems you may encounter when using the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
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A101 specification summary*
Standard IEEE 802.11g
Interface USB 2.0
Technology Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Data transfer rate 802.11g: 54Mbps with auto-fallback to 48, 36,
24, 18, 12, 9, and 6Mbps
802.11b: 11Mbps with auto-fallback to 5.5, 2,
and 1Mbps
Network types Supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc networks
Frequency band 2.4 GHz ~ 2.5 GHz
Security 64-bit/128-bit configurable WEP & WPA encryption
Operating distance Indoors @ 11Mbps : 130 ft (40 m)
Indoors @ 54Mbps : 80 ft (25 m)
Outdoors @ 11Mbps LOS** : 1000 ft (310 m)
Outdoors @ 54Mbps LOS** : 200 ft (60 m)
Compatibility Compatible with IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g devices
Power requirement Powered USB port
Dimensions 86mm x 62mm x 17mm
Supported OS Windows® 2000 (SP4)/XP (SP1)
Antenna Two internal 3D Inverted-F antennas
Mounting options Desktop or wall installation
Software support Control Center
Wireless Settings
Mobile Manager
Site Monitor
TroubleShooting
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
** Line-of-Sight
The A101 operating distance may be shorter if there are walls, barriers,
or interferences in the home layout or operating environment.
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Chapter 1
This chapter describes the physical features
of the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor. This
part presents the package contents, LED
indicators, and recommended network
settings.
Product Introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor!
The A101 is an easy-to-install wireless LAN adaptor. Conforming to the
IEEE 802.11g standard for wireless local area networks (WLAN), the A101
is capable of up to 54Mbps data transmission rate using the Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and the Orthogonal Frequency
Division Multiplexing technologies.
The A101 also comes with the latest wireless technology to keep you
ahead in the world of wireless computing.
1.2 Package contents
Check the following items are in your A101 Wireless USB Adaptor
package. Contact your retailer if any item is damaged or missing.
Diamond Digital USB Wireless LAN Adaptor (A101)
USB cable
Driver CD
Quick Start Guide
Unless otherwise specified, the term “device” in this User Guide refers
to the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3 Features
1.3.1 Top view
LEDs: The A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor comes with three LED
indicators. Refer to section 1.4
“LED indicators” for details.
1.3.2 Bottom view
Mounting hole: Use the mounting
hole to install the device on
concrete or wooden surfaces
using a roundhead screw.
Air vents: These vents provide ideal
ventilation to the device.
LEDs
Mounting
hole
Diamond Digital A101 Wireless USB Adaptor
Air vents
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1.3.3 Rear view
USB port. This USB port connects
the device to a computer via the
supplied USB cable.
USB port
1.4 LED
Indicators
The device comes with Power,
Activity, and Link LED indicators.
Refer to the table below for LED
indications.
LED Status Indication
Power On The adaptor is receiving power from the USB port.
Off The adaptor is not receiving power from the USB port.
The USB cable may be disconnected or the computer is off.
Activity Blinking The adaptor is transmitting or receiving data packets.
Link On The adaptor is linked to a wireless network.
Blinking The adaptor is searching for a wireless network to connect to.
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.5 Network setup
The A101 Wireless USB Adaptor may be used in both Ad-hoc and
Infrastructure network types. The following sections decribe the device
functions in these network types.
Determine your network settings before installing the device to make
all its features available. The following network settings are
recommended.
1.5.1 Ad-hoc network
In an Ad-hoc network type, the device connects to another wireless LAN
adaptor in a wireless network. No access point (AP) is present in this
wireless environment.
1.5.2 Infrastructure network
In an Infrastructure network, the wireless network is centered on an
access point (AP) that provides a central link for wireless clients to
communicate with each other or with a wired network.
INTERNET
ADSL Modem Access Point
Diamond Digital A101 Wireless USB Adaptor
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Chapter 2
This chapter provides information on
how to install the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor.
InstallationInstallation
Installation
InstallationInstallation
2.1 System requirements
Before installing the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor, make sure that your
system meets the following requirements:
• Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD K7/K8 system
• Minimum 64MB system memory
• Windows® 2000 (SP4)/XP (SP1) operating system
• Optical drive (for software installation)
• An available USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
2.2 Installation procedures
Follow these instructions to install the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor in your
computer.
1. Install the device drivers and utilities from the Driver CD.
2. Connect the device to your computer.
You must install the A101 drivers and utilities before connecting the
device to your computer.
2.2.1 Installing the device drivers and utilities
To install the device driver
and utilities on your
computer:
1. Insert the Driver CD into
the optical drive.
2. Click “Install A101
Wireless USB Adaptor
Utilities/Driver” when
the installation window
appears.
3. Follow the prompts to
install the A101 drivers
and utilities, then restart the computer once installation is complete.
If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of
the Driver CD and double click the Setup.exe file to run the CD.
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Chapter 2: Installation
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