Multitech MultiConnect WF MTS2WFA, MultiConnect WF MTS2WFA-R Quick Start Manual

MultiConnect™ WF

Serial-to-Wi-Fi® Device Server

MTS2WFA

MTS2WFA-R

Quick Start Guide

Copyright and Technical Support

MultiConnect
Serial-to-Wi-Fi
MTS2WFA and MTS2WFA-R
Quick Start Guide
82100350L Rev. A

™

WF

®

Device Server

Copyright © 2005-2007 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This

publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior written
permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no
representations or warranty with respect to the contents hereof and specifically
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to notify any person or organization of such
revisions or changes.

Revision Date Description

A 11/19/07 Initial release.

Trademarks

Multi-Tech and the Multi-Tech logo are registered trademarks of Multi­Tech Systems, Inc.
MultiConnect is a trademark of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Wi-Fi is a
registered trademark of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance
(WECA).
All other brand and product names mentioned in this publication are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

World Headquarters

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
2205 Woodale Drive
Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 U.S.A.
[phone] or [phone]
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www.multitech.com

Technical Support
Country Email Phone

Europe, Middle East, Africa [e-mail] [phone]
U.S., Canada, all others [e-mail] 800-972-2439 or
763-717-5863

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Introduction

This guide shows you how to set up your MultiConnect™ WF Device
Server. For detailed information, product specifications, and more, see
the User Guide, available on the MultiConnect CD and the Multi-Tech
Web site.

General Safety

This product can be used in both fixed and mobile applications.

Caution: Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches)

between the transmitter’s antenna and the body of the user or nearby
persons. This device is not designed for, nor intended to be, used in
applications within 20 cm (8 inches) of the body of the user.

Radio Frequency Interference

Avoid possible radio frequency (RF) interference by carefully following
the safety guidelines below.

• Switch OFF the MultiConnect™ WF when in an aircraft. It may

endanger the operation of the aircraft.

• Switch OFF the MultiConnect™ WF in the vicinity of gasoline or

diesel-fuel pumps or before filling a vehicle with fuel.

• Switch OFF the MultiConnect™ WF in hospitals and any other place

where medical equipment may be in use.

• Respect restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots,

chemical plants, or in areas of blasting operations.

• There may be a hazard associated with the operation of your

MultiConnect™ WF in the vicinity of inadequately protected
personal medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers.
Consult the manufacturers of the medical device to determine if it is
adequately protected.

• Operation of the MultiConnect™ WF in the vicinity of other

electronic equipment may cause interference if the equipment is
inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and
manufacturers’ recommendations.

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Handling Precautions

All devices must be handled with certain precautions to avoid damage
due to the accumulation of static charge. Although input protection
circuitry has been incorporated into the devices to minimize the effect of
this static buildup, proper precautions should be taken to avoid exposure
to electrostatic discharge during handling and operation.

Shipping Package Contents

• One MultiConnect WF device server

• One 5 dbi reverse SMA antenna

• One mounting bracket

• One power supply (MTS2WFA only)

• A set of four self-adhesive rubber feet

• One printed Quick Start Guide

• One MultiConnect WF CD containing the User Guide, Quick Start

Guide, AT Commands Reference Guide, and Acrobat Reader.

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Installation and Cabling

Attaching the MultiConnect WF to a Fixed Location

1. Typically, the MultiConnect WF is mounted against a flat

surface with two mounting screws. Drill the mounting holes at
the desired mounting location. The mounting holes must be
separated by 4-15/16 inches center-to-center.

2. To attach the mounting bracket, slide it into the

corresponding slot on the back of the MultiConnect
chassis.

3. Attach the MultiConnect to the surface with two screws.

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Making the Connections for the MTS2WFA (Externally Powered)

Turn off your PC. Place the MultiConnect WF in a convenient
location. Connect it to your PC’s serial port and plug in the power.

Making the Connections for the MTS2BTA-R

Turn off your PC. Place the device server in a convenient location.
Then connect it to your PC’s serial port. The MTSWFA-R draws its
power from the RS-232 cable's Pin 6.

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Optional – Direct DC Power Connection

• Connect a fused DC power

cable into the power
connector on the
MultiConnect WF.

• Then attach the two wires

at the other end of the
fused cable to a DC
fuse/terminal block on a
vehicle in which you are
mounting the MultiConnect
WF.
Connect the red wire to the
"+" positive and the black
wire to the "–" negative. Be
sure the GND connection is
correct.

Warning: Over-voltage

protection is provided on
the device. To ensure
complete protection, you
may want to add additional
filtering to the DC input.

Model Number for the Fused DC Power Cable:

FPC-532-DC

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