®
MAX
Wireless to the
VERSION: 1A / DATE: June 2004
WLAN3000
Wireless PC LAN Card
USER’S GUIDE
WWW.PARKERVISION.COM
®
2
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
COPYRIGHT
©2003 ParkerVision Inc. All rights reserved. ParkerVision Wireless™ and D2D™ Technology are
registered trademarks of ParkerVision Inc. All specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
May include one or more of the following patents: US6421534, US6049706, US6266518, US6061555,
US6061551,US6353735, US6091940, US6370371 Additional Patents Pending.
Designed and manufactured in the USA.
FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
FCC ID: JFE-D2D00004
IC: 8005A-D2D00004
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio/television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
INFORMATION TO USER: THE USER’S MANUAL OR INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR
AN INTENTIONAL OR UNINTENTIONAL RADIATOR SHALL CAUTION THE USER
THAT CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
“FCC RF exposure requirements: SAR compliance has been established in the laptop
computer(s) confi gurations with PCMCIA slot on the side near the center, as tested in the
application for Certifi cation, and can be used in laptop computer(s) with substantially similar
physical dimensions, construction, and electrical and RF characteristics. This transmitter is
restricted for use with the specifi c antenna(s) tested in the application for Certifi cation. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.”
®
3
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE READ THIS MANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND YOUR
RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS.
MANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Note: The following guarantee is not restricted to any territory and does not affect any statutory rights
that you may have. The term “Hardware Device” means the enclosed Direct2Data™ Technologies
Hardware Device. This Manufacturer’s Guarantee does not cover your data, or any separate software,
whether or not packaged or included with the Hardware Device.
Direct2Data Technologies GUARANTEE. Direct2Data Technologies guarantees (this “Guarantee”)
that on the day you receive the Hardware Device and for the next (1) year thereafter (a) the Hardware
Device will be substantially free from defects in materials and workmanship, and (b) any support
services provided by Direct2Data Technologies will be substantially as described in applicable written
materials provided to you by Direct2Data Technologies, and Direct2Data Technologies support
engineers will use reasonable efforts, care and skill to solve any problem issues. In the event that
the Hardware Device fails to comply with this Guarantee, Direct2Data Technologies shall either, at
Direct2Data Technologies’ option, (a) repair or replace the Hardware Device or (b) return the price you
paid for the Hardware Device (if any), provided that you return the Hardware Device to Direct2Data
Technologies with a copy of your receipt of purchase. You may exercise this remedy without charge,
except that you are responsible for any expenses you may incur. This Guarantee is void if failure of
the Hardware Device results from any accident, abuse or misapplication. Any replacement Hardware
Device shall be guaranteed for the remainder of the original Guarantee period or thirty (30) days,
whichever is longer. Direct2Data Technologies shall not be liable for any loss or damage that you could
have reasonably avoided, for example, by backing up your software and fi les regularly,
In addition, you may receive a full refund of your purchase price within the fi rst 30 days following the
purchase of the Hardware Device for any reason provided that you return the Hardware Device to the
Manufacturer in its original condition, accompanied by the receipt of purchase.
EXCLUSION OF ALL OTHER TERMS. YOU AGREE THAT THIS GUARANTEE IS YOUR SOLE
GUARANTEE IN RELATION TO THE HARDWARE DEVICE AND ANY SUPPORT SERVICES.
DIRECT2DATA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLIERS MAKE NO OTHER GUARANTEES OR
WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE HARDWARE DEVICE, THE SUPPORT SERVICES
AND ANY PRODUCT MANUAL(S) OR OTHER WRITTEN MATERIALS THAT ACCOMPANY
THE HARDWARE DEVICE. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW
AND SUBJECT TO THIS GUARANTEE, DIRECT2DATA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS AND OTHER TERMS, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
(WHETHER BY STATUTE, COMMON LAW, COLLATERALLY OR OTHERWISE), INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY (IF ANY) IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY,
SATISFACTORY QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, LACK OF VIRUSES,
LACK OF NEGLIGENCE, LACK OF WORKMANLIKE EFFORT, TITLE, AUTHORITY, OR
NONINFRINGEMENT WITH RESPECT TO THE HARDWARE DEVICE, THE SUPPORT SERVICES
AND THE PRODUCT MANUAL(S) OR OTHER WRITTEN MATERIALS THAT ACCOMPANY THE
HARDWARE DEVICE.
Continued Next Page
®
4
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT ARE NOT DEEMED EXCLUDED ARE LIMITED TO THE ORIGINAL GUARANTEE
PERIOD OR TO THE SHORTEST PERIOD PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. LIMITATION
OF LIABILITY. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW AND EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS
GUARANTEE, DIRECT2DATA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS
INFORMATION OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS, FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR FOR FAILURE TO MEET ANY DUTY
INCLUDING GOOD FAITH OR REASONABLE CARE, OR FOR NEGLIGENCE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR
INABILITY TO USE THE HARDWARE DEVICE, EVEN IF DIRECT2DATA TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE DIRECT2DATA TECHNOLOGIES’S ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER
ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE
HARDWARE DEVICE. THESE LIMITATIONS DO NOT APPLY TO ANY LIABILITIES THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR
LIMITED BY APPLICABLE LAWS. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS SHALL APPLY TO
THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
REGISTRATION. You need not return the registration card for this Guarantee to be effective.
BENEFICIARY. To the extent allowed by applicable law, this Guarantee is only made to you, the fi rst user of the
Hardware Device, and there are no third party benefi ciaries of this Guarantee. It is not intended for and does not
apply to anyone else (except as required by law).
GOVERNING LAW. If you acquired the Hardware Device in the United States of America, the laws of the State of
Florida, U.S.A., apply to this agreement.
QUESTIONS. Should you have any questions concerning this agreement, or if you desire to contact Direct2Data
Technologies for any reason, please use the address information enclosed in this Hardware Device to contact
Direct2Data Technologies, or visit Direct2Data Technologies on the World Wide Web at http://www.Direct2Data.com/.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• D2D™ Wireless LAN Card
• Manual and Driver on CD ROM
• Quick Installation Guide
• Latest software always on-line at www.direct2data.com
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
• Microsoft™ Windows XP or 2000
• Minimum 300MHz processor or better
• Minimum 128 Mb Ram
ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card works with any PC laptop with an available Cardbus-Type II Slot, 300 MHz or better processor
& 128 Mb of RAM, running Microsoft™ Windows 2000 or XP. This product is available for purchase in the U.S. only.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
You can access customer support 24 hours a day online at www.direct2data.com. This is the quickest way to access:
• Troubleshooting Guides
• Manuals
• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
• Updated Drivers
You can also request help by sending an email to support@direct2data.com or calling
customer support directly at 1-800-231-1759.
®
5
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
Table of Contents
Copyright ............................................................................................................................................................... 2
Federal Communications Commission(FCC) Interference Statement ................................................................... 2
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Customer Support. .................� 4
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
PART I. GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card ..........................................................................8
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 8
1.2 Features of the ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card ................................................................................. 8
1.3 Applications ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 2 Software Installation ............................................................................................................................ 10
2.1 Installing the ParkerVision Software .................................................................................................... 10
2.2 Important Windows XP Information ..........................................................................................................13
Chapter 3 ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card Hardware Installation ......................................................................15
3.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Installing the ParkerVision WLAN3000 Wireless LAN Card .............................................................. 15
PART II. ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................... 17
Chapter 4 D2D/ParkerVision Management Utility .............................................................................................. 18
4.1 Confi guration ........................................................................................................................................ 18
4.2 Using the D2D/ParkerVision Management Utility .............................................................................. 19
4.3 Available Connections Section ............................................................................................................ 20
4.4 Current Connection Selection ............................................................................................................... 21
4.5 Access Tray Section ............................................................................................................................. 21
4.6 AD-HOC and AP Modes ...................................................................................................................... 22
4.7 SSID ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.8 WEP Encryption .................................................................................................................................. 23
PART III. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 24
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ...� 25
Appendix A - Network Confi guration ................................................................................................................. 28
Appendix B - Hardware Specifi cation ................................................................................................................. 31
Appendix C - Uninstalling the D2D ParkerVision Software .............................................................................. 32
Index .......................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Glossary ..................................................................................................................................................................... 37
®
6
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
INTRODUCTION
All ParkerVision Wireless products are designed and
manufactured by Direct2Data Technologies. Products
are fully compliant with IEEE 802.11b standards and
are optimized to provide maximum possible speed and
bandwidth through your Internet connection for fastest
uploads and downloads.
The distance capabilities of your wireless network
equipment directly affect your signal quality. Distance
capabilities are usually stated in terms of outdoor, open
fi eld reach. However, this reach is greatly diminished
indoors by walls, doors, construction techniques and
appliances that may block the radio signal. A wireless
network card that tests outdoors at 200 feet could, in an
indoor environment, provide 20 feet in one direction and
as little as 5 or 10 feet in another direction. Factors such
as building materials, fl oor plans and furnishings can
greatly impact the signal range, quality and rate of data
transmission. The extent to which your signal is affected
varies greatly depending on your environment.
Wireless network products powered by D2D technology
will provide better performance than other products
because they can achieve open fi eld distances of up
to one mile, (when a D2D enabled card is used in
conjunction with a D2D enabled base station). The D2D
card alone provides 3 to 7 times the distance of other
leading brands. This is suffi cient to reach all rooms in
most homes or small offi ces.
®
7
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
Part I
Getting Started
The following chapters are
structured as a step-by-step
guide to help you connect,
install and setup your
ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card.
®
8
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
Chapter 1 :
Getting to Know Your
ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card
This chapter introduces the main features of the ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card
1.1 Introduction
The ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Card is an 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b wireless PCMCIA
card and has a standard PCMCIA adapter which fi ts into any standard PCMCIA Type II
notebook computer slot. Its maximum 11 Mbps data rate gives equivalent Ethernet speed to
access corporate networks, home networks, or the Internet in a wireless environment. The
ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Card gives you wireless communication with any 802.11bcompliant product, allowing you to stay connected anywhere within a coverage area.
1.2 Features of the ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Card
The following are the essential features of the ParkerVision Wireless PC LAN Card .
• Supports data rate of 1,2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps
• Range of one mile in an open environment, when used with a ParkerVision wireless access
point
• Supports Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-point access
• Seamless connectivity to wired Ethernet and computer Network LAN
• Helps to augment existing networks quickly and easily
• Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology provides robust, interference resistant, and secure wireless connections capabilities
• Network connectivity minus the cost of cabling
• Supports, Windows 2000/XP
• Supports Plug and Play
• Ease of installation
• Flexibility and mobility to locate or move networked computers
1.3 Applications
The ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card offers fast, reliable and cost-effective solutions for
wireless networks. They include:
• Remote Access capability to Corporate Networks for email, fi le transfer and terminal
emulation access.
• Diffi cult to Wire Environments - For use in historical or old buildings, asbestos installations
and open areas where wiring is impossible to deploy.
• Frequently Changing Environments - For retailers, manufacturers and those who frequently
rear-range the workplace or change locations.
• Temporary LAN’s for Special Projects or During Peak Time - For trade shows, exhibitions
®
9
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
and construction sites where a temporary network is required. For retailers, airline and shipping
companies who need additional workstations during peak periods. For auditors requiring
workgroups at customer sites.
• Database Access for Mobile Users - Doctors, nurses, retailers who need to access their
databases on the move in a hospital, retail store, offi ce or campus.
• SOHO (Small Offi ce and Home Offi ce) Users - SOHO users who need easy and quick
installation of a small computer network.
• High Security Connection - Flexible, secure and quick installations, with WEP Encryption.
®
10
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
Chapter 2 :
Software Installation
This chapter will guide you through the installation of the ParkerVision Software
Make sure that you install the software onto your computer
BEFORE you install the ParkerVision Wireless LAN Card!
The ParkerVision WLAN3000 Wireless LAN Card works with Windows XP and 2000
Operating Systems.
2.1 Installing the ParkerVision Software
Insert the CD ROM into the CD ROM drive.
Most systems will begin an auto-run setup sequence once the CD is inserted. The
InstallShield Wizard screen will appear.
Note: If your computer displays a message regarding this software not being certifi ed for
use with XP, you can safely answer yes and allow the installation to proceed. This software
has been tested to work with Windows XP.
Click NEXT to continue.
If the InstallShield does not automatically start, click the “My Computer” icon, navigate to the
CD-ROM drive, and fi nd the fi le “setup.exe” on the CD.
Double click this fi le, and the installation process should begin as shown above.
®
11
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
2.1 Installing the ParkerVision Software - Continued
The License Agreement screen will appear. The License Agreement must be
accepted to continue. Click NEXT to continue.
Select the type of install to be performed.
There are three options: Typical, Compact and Custom. Choose Typical for
most installations. If you are an advanced user, you can choose Custom,
which will give you the opportunity to select certain options.
Click NEXT to continue.
The following screen will appear and the software will be installed onto your computer.
®
12
WLAN3000 Wireless PC LAN Card
2.1 Installing the ParkerVision Software - Continued
RESTART YOUR COMPUTER
Select FINISH to Restart your computer and complete the installation of the
software.
Please insert the WLAN3000 Wireless LAN Card
into your computer’s PCMCIA slot
Double Click this icon
Double click the ParkerVision
icon on your desktop.
The ParkerVision Utility is now running in the
background and has placed an icon in the lower
right System Tray.
Double-click on this icon in the System Tray as shown to the right.
NOTE: Windows 2000 Users can now go to CHAPTER 3 of this Manual
to complete the hardware installation and confi guration process.
in the System Tray
For Windows XP Users:
Double clicking the ParkerVision WLAN3000 icon may cause the following message
to appear:
“Windows Zero Confi guration was detected.
Please disable Windows Wireless Network Control.”
If you see this message, for best performance, you will now want to TURN OFF or
Disable Windows’ control of wireless networking. Proceed to the next page and
follow the steps shown to complete this process.
Loading...