Panasonic UE-608040 Installation Instructions Manual
Installation Instructions
Wireless Kit
Model No. UE-608040
Installation Manual Included (for qualified service personnel)
• To assemble this unit, please refer to the Installation Manual on pages 17 through 26.
• Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and keep them carefully for future
reference.
• This unit is designed for installation by a qualified servicing dealer.
Installation performed by non-authorized individuals could cause safety-related problems with the operation of
this equipment.
For U.S.A. only:
• To locate the closest authorized dealer in your area, please call 1-800-449-8989.
Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Electronic Board.
Feature Highlights
The UE-608040 is a Wireless Kit for use with the elite Panaboard. By attaching it to the elite Panaboard, you
can connect the elite Panaboard to a computer wirelessly.
Supports the IEEE802.11b/g Wireless LAN Standard
The Wireless Kit complies with the IEEE802.11b/g standard, and the WEP 64/128 bit encryption standard.
Easy Setup
The software "Device Server Setup" contained on the included CD-ROM is an easy-to-use setup wizard. You
can install the software and setup the Device Server easily. Since you can also perform wireless settings using
a USB memory device, creating a wireless environment is very straightforward.
About the documentations
The Wireless Kit has 2 manuals:
Installation Instructions
(this document)
Operating Instructions
(electronic documentation)
Explains the preparations required before using the Wireless Kit.
Explains the settings and operation of the Wireless Kit.
• This manual is available on the included CD-ROM. For details
regarding viewing the manual, see "Viewing the Electronic
Manual" (Page 15).
Regarding this Manual's Composition
This manual is designed as follows to provide safe and correct usage.
Operating Instructions
(from Page 5)
Installation Manual
(for qualified service
personnel)
(from Page 17)
Safety precautions, handling, and after service, etc. is explained.
Explains the installation process and related safety precautions for the
Wireless Kit.
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Introduction
Notices Used in This Manual
Important information in this manual is indicated by the following notices:
Denotes important information related to operation that must be
Notice
Note Denotes reference or additional information that may be useful.
obeyed.
Please read these.
Abbreviations
Windows® refers to the Microsoft® Windows® operating system.
Windows® 2000 refers to the Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system.
Windows® XP refers to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system.
Windows Vista® refers to the Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system.
Trademarks
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• IBM and AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other
countries, or both.
• Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
• All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.
System Requirements
Computer
CPU
Operating System
Interface
Wireless Network Interface
Memory (RAM)
Hard Disk
Web Browser
Note
• The above requirements do not fulfill the minimum requirements for all operating systems.
• Computers or wireless adaptors that do not support AdHoc mode cannot be used.
IBM® PC/AT® or compatible with a CD-ROM drive
Intel® Pentium® 4 processor or later
Windows 2000 SP4 / Windows XP SP2 / Windows Vista
(64-bit editions are not supported.)
USB 2.0
802.11g AdHoc mode
256 MB or greater (Windows 2000 SP4)
512 MB or greater (Windows XP SP2)
512 MB or greater (Windows Vista)
Hard disk with at least 400 MB of free space (not including the space
required for saving files)
Internet Explorer® 6.0 or later
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Before You Start .......................................................................................5
For Your Safety .................................................................................................................5
Important Information .......................................................................................................7
Included Accessories .....................................................................................................11
Names and Uses of the Parts .........................................................................................12
Advance Preparations ....................................................................................................13
Wireless LAN Settings Information .................................................................................13
Viewing the Electronic Manual ......................................................................................15
After Installation ..............................................................................................................16
Make Computer Settings ................................................................................................16
Installation Manual (for qualified service personnel) .........................17
For Your Safety ...............................................................................................................17
Notice .............................................................................................................................17
Included Accessories .....................................................................................................19
Installation .......................................................................................................................21
Wireless LAN Settings ....................................................................................................25
Returning Settings to the Factory Default ....................................................................26
Specifications .........................................................................................27
Hardware Specifications ................................................................................................27
Software Specifications ..................................................................................................28
Settings Overview ...........................................................................................................29
Appendix .................................................................................................32
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Before You Start
W ARNING
CAUTION
W ARNING
For Your Safety
For Your Safety
To prevent severe injury and loss of life, read this
section carefully before using the unit to ensure proper
and safe operation of your unit.
• This section explains the graphic symbols used in
this manual.
Denotes a potential
hazard that could
result in serious
injury or death.
Denotes hazards
that could result in
minor injury or
damage to the unit.
These symbols are used to
alert operators to a specific
operating procedure that
must not be performed.
These symbols are used to
alert operators to a specific
operating procedure that
must be emphasized in
order to operate the unit
safely.
For Users
Power
Stop operation immediately if the unit
emits smoke, excessive heat, abnormal
smell or unusual noise. These conditions
can cause fire or electric shock.
Immediately turn off the elite Panaboard,
and unplug the power cord of the elite
Panaboard. Contact your dealer for
service.
Installation and Relocation
Have the unit installed, removed and
disposed of only by qualified service
personnel.
Operating Safeguards
Do not alter the unit or modify any parts.
Alteration or modification can cause fire
or electric shock.
Wireless Network
Do not use near medical equipment.
(Do not bring into a surgery room,
intensive care unit, critical care unit, etc.)
Electromagnetic waves generated by
this device can affect equipment, and
can cause equipment to malfunction.
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CAUTION
For Your Safety
Do not use near automatic doors, smoke
detectors and other automatically
controlled equipment.
Electromagnetic waves generated by
this device can affect equipment, and
can cause equipment to malfunction.
Use at least 20 cm (8 in.) away from
pacemakers.
Electromagnetic waves generated by
this device can affect the operation of
pacemakers.
Installation and Relocation
Do not place the unit in a hot humid or
dusty environment. Prolonged exposure
to these adverse conditions may cause
fire or electric shock.
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Important Information
Important Information
Usage Cautions
Where NOT to Use the Wireless Kit
• Do not use the Wireless Kit near other wireless devices.
The following equipment may use radio waves in the same band as the Wireless Kit. When the Wireless
Kit is used near these devices, radio wave interference may make communication impossible, or the
communication speed may become slower.
– Microwave ovens etc.
– Industrial, chemical and medical equipment, etc.
– In-plant radio stations for identifying moving objects such as those used in factory manufacturing lines,
etc.
– Designated low-power radio stations
When the Wireless Kit is used near devices that emit radio waves at a frequency between 2,000 to
2,700 MHz, sound from elite Panaboard might be interrupted.
• If possible, avoid the use of cellular phones, TV sets or radios near the Wireless Kit.
Cellular phones, TV sets, radios and similar devices use different radio bands from the Wireless Kit, so
there is no effect on wireless communication or the transmission and reception of these devices. However,
radio waves from the Wireless Kit may produce audio or video noise.
• Wireless communication radio waves cannot penetrate steel reinforcements, metal, concrete, etc.
Communication is possible through walls and floors made from materials such as wood and glass (except
glass containing wire mesh), but not through walls and floors made from steel reinforcements, metal,
concrete, etc.
• Avoid using the Wireless Kit in locations prone to static electricity.
If you use the Wireless Kit where a lot of static energy is generated, such as a on a carpet, communications
may be affected. In that case, you must remove the static energy or source of the noise, and reconnect
the wireless LAN. In some cases the wireless LAN may be disconnected completely, and in this case you
must turn off the elite Panaboard and then turn it back on again.
• Using the Wireless Kit outside the country
It is forbidden to take the Wireless Kit outside the country or region where you purchased it, so use it only
in that country or region. Also, note that different countries and regions have restrictions on the channels
and frequencies at which you can use the wireless LAN.
Devices Connected to the USB Port of the elite Panaboard
• We do not guarantee the use of such devices and their features.
• High-powered devices such as scanners, CD/CD–R drives etc., may not work with the elite Panaboard.
For details, please consult your dealer.
• When connecting the elite Panaboard to a computer wirelessly via the Wireless Kit, communication speed
will be slower than when connected via USB cable. This may affect the operation of the elite Panaboard
and/or other USB peripherals.
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Important Information
Warning about Saving Data
When the system storage device or any of its optional storage device is adversely effected by operational
errors, static electricity, electrical noise, vibration, dust or when the power has been cut off due to malfunction,
repair or inadvertently, the memory contents may be lost or changed. Before operating the system, make a
point of reading the precautionary notes in the Operating Instructions and the help information, and observe
them during operation.
Please observe carefully the following precaution:
• Make absolutely sure that all important data is saved by back-up or the original is saved.
The manufacturer hereby declares that it cannot be held accountable for any loss or change in any data stored
on floppy disks, hard disks, optical disks, or other memory devices.
Personal Information
• The confidentiality of user information such as audio, video, images, Internet contents etc. is the
responsibility of the user. Restrict access to user and user group information so that unauthorized third
parties cannot view, change, delete, or copy it.
Security Warnings
Take appropriate safety measures when using the Wireless Kit in order to avoid the following
possible incidents:
• The leakage of your personal registered information.
• Malicious operation by an untrusted third party.
• Users being locked out or otherwise prevented from using the Wireless Kit by an untrusted third party.
The network administrator should provide a secure network environment. (For details, refer
to "Changing the administrator's password" in the Operating Instructions.)
• Select a complex administrator password for Web access that cannot be easily guessed.
• Change the administrator password for Web access regularly.
• The Panasonic Corporation or its affiliates would never ask you for your password.
Do not reveal your password to third parties.
• Use a secure network with a firewall installed.
• Change the administrator password for Web access in order to regulate access.
• When communicating sensitive material, send it via a USB connection rather than wirelessly.
Radio waves in a wireless network may be intercepted by a third party.
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Important Information
Security Warnings for Wireless LAN Products
Wireless LANs have the advantage of being able to reach any wireless access points within a
certain range using radio waves, as opposed to using a cable.
However, since radio waves can pass through obstacles such as walls, if security precautions are
insufficient, the following situations could occur:
• Theft of transmitted data
If a malicious third party intercepts radio transmissions, there is a possibility that the following
types of information will be stolen:
• IDs, passwords, credit card numbers and other personal information
• The contents of e-mail messages
• Unauthorized access to the network
If a malicious third party gains unauthorized access to a personal or company network, there
is a possibility that the following will occur:
• Theft of personal or confidential information (information leak)
• Impersonation of an employee, etc., resulting in information being inappropriately leaked
(impersonation)
• Transmissions being intercepted and then the contents changed (falsification)
• Viruses or other malicious software being installed, resulting in damage to data or the
system (destruction)
Settings for securing communication are usually built in to wireless LAN adaptors and access points
(hereafter referred to as wireless devices). Therefore, if you configure the relevant security settings,
you can minimize the risk of security problems.
Newly-purchased wireless devices may not have the security settings enabled by default. In order
to minimize the threat of unauthorized access, make sure to read the instruction manuals and, if
necessary, configure the security settings for each wireless device before using them.
Please note that even if all security settings are configured, there is a slight chance that they can
be breached.
Please contact an authorized service center if you have any questions regarding wireless LAN
security settings.
Before using the Wireless Kit, make sure that you fully understand the risks involved, and perform
the necessary security checks.
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. will not be responsible in the event that security problems
arise due to the failure to configure security settings or due to problems inherent in the wireless
LAN specifications.
Warnings for the Administrator
• It is recommended that the administrator takes the following precautions when installing, creating the
network environment, operating security features, exchanging, or disposing of the Wireless Kit.
• Ensure that all engineers are authorized service personnel and request that they show ID.
• Do not share user information (administrator password for Web access etc.) via telephone or e-mail
without confirming the identity of the recipient.
• Change the password from the default password and protect it from unauthorized parties. (The
administrator password for Web access is confidential data that is necessary for preventing security
breaches.)
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Important Information
• Do not leave a computer unattended while you are logged in using the administrator password for Web
access.
• Heed the following when setting the User name, administrator password for Web access, and WEP
(encryption) key, in order to prevent unauthorized access by a third party.
1. Passwords should use the maximum number of alphanumeric characters allowed.
2. Use a combination of different types of characters (numbers, letters etc.).
3. Change the administrator password for Web access and WEP (encryption) key regularly.
When setting/changing the administrator password for Web access or WEP (encryption) key,
ensure that only the administrator can see the screen in order to prevent data leakage.
• Before sending the Wireless Kit for repair or disposing of it, return the settings to factory default and
ensure that data cannot be retrieved from it. (For details, refer to "Returning Settings to the Factory
Default" (Page 26).)
Note
• When sending for repair, keep a backup of all necessary settings so that you can use the
Wireless Kit as previously, after repair. Be careful when setting the Wireless Kit, because
incorrect settings could lead to data leakage and affect performance.
• Set an administrator password for Web access (7 characters or fewer) and limit access to the security
settings for users other than the administrator.
(In the Wireless Kit's security settings, an administrator password for Web access set by an
administrator is necessary. The default value is "pboard" (6 characters). You can set this password to
any value.)
• Do not leave the included CD lying around.
(Leaving the CD out is a security risk. Thoroughly establish operating rules, and handle the CD
appropriately.)
• Properly configure the Wireless Kit's settings.
(Improperly configuring the Wireless Kit (e.g., not setting the WEP (encryption) key) can result in
information leaks, or the Wireless Kit interfering with other devices.)
• Appropriately manage computers that have the WEP (encryption) key set and the computer used to
set up the Wireless Kit.
• Do not forget the administrator password for Web access (if you changed it from the default value) or
the WEP (encryption) key.
(If you forget the administrator password for Web access or the WEP (encryption) key, you will have
to reset the Wireless Kit's settings to their factory default values and set up the Wireless Kit again.
(Refer to "Returning Settings to the Factory Default (Page 26)".))
• Carefully consider your selection for administrator.
(We recommend that the administrator fully comprehend the information written in this manual and
thoroughly implement the above points.)
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Included Accessories
Check that all of the following items are included with your Wireless Kit.
In the event that an item is missing, please contact your dealer.
Part Name Illustration Q'ty Remarks
CD-ROM 1
Included Accessories
Device Server Setup CD
• Operating Instructions
• Setup and Connection Software
Installation
Instructions
1
Installation Instructions
• This document
About Using the CD-ROM
To prevent damage to the CD-ROM:
• Do not touch or write on the surface of the disc.
• Do not leave the disc out of the protective case.
• Do not leave the disc in the direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• Do not place heavy objects on the disc case or drop the case.
• To clean the disc, hold the disc by its edges and wipe it from the center to the edges with a dry, soft cloth.
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