ParkerVision D2D00005 Users Manual

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miniPCI1500

Wireless PC LAN Card

USER’S GUIDE

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miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card

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-D2D00005

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: This device can be used in laptop computer(s) with the following conﬁ guration; an internal miniPCI port, and embedded antennas located in the upper area of the display. When in operation, the upper display area of the laptop should be opened upright and located such that it is more than 20 cm. away from people and their person. This device 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 ed antenna(s) tested in the application for Certiﬁ cation. The embedded antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

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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 ParkerVision 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.

PARKERVISION GUARANTEE. ParkerVision 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 ParkerVision will be substantially as described in applicable written materials provided to you by ParkerVision, and ParkerVision 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, ParkerVision shall either, at ParkerVision’s 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 ParkerVision 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. ParkerVision 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. PARKERVISION 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, PARKERVISION 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.

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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, PARKERVISION 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 PARKERVISION HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE PARKERVISION’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 ParkerVision for any reason, please use the address information enclosed in this Hardware Device to contact ParkerVision, or visit ParkerVision on the World Wide Web at http://www.parkervision.com/.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• D2D™ Wireless LAN Card

• Manual and Driver on CD ROM

• Quick Installation Guide

• Latest software always on-line at www.parkervision.com

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Microsoft™ Windows XP or 2000

• Minimum 300MHz processor or better

• Minimum 128 Mb Ram

ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card works with any PC laptop with available internal mini PCI bus interface, 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.parkervision.com. This is the quickest way to access:

• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

• Troubleshooting Guides

• Updated Drivers

• Manuals

You can also request help by sending an email to support@parkervision.com or calling

customer support directly at 1-800-231-1759.

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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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card ............................................8

1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 8

1.2 Features of the ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC 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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card Hardware Installation .........................................15

3.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 15

3.2 Installing the ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC 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

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INTRODUCTION

All ParkerVision Wireless products are designed and manufactured by ParkerVision. 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.

miniPCI1500 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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card.

miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card

Chapter 1 :

Getting to Know Your ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card

This chapter introduces the main features of the

ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card

1.1 Introduction

The ParkerVision miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card is an 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b wireless Mini PCI card and has a standard Mini PCI adapter which ﬁ ts into any standard Mini PCI Type 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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card gives you wireless communication with any

802.11b-compliant product, allowing you to stay connected anywhere within a coverage area.

1.2 Features of the ParkerVision miniPCI1500 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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC 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

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rear-range the workplace or change locations.

• Temporary LAN’s for Special Projects or During Peak Time - For trade shows, exhibitions 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.

miniPCI1500 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 miniPCI1500 Wireless PC LAN Card!

Note: The ParkerVision miniPCI1500VWireless PC 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.

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2.1 Installing the ParkerVision Software - Continued

The License Agreement screen will appear. The License Agreement must be accepted to continue. Click YES to continue.

Select the install folder. Click NEXT to install the ParkerVision software in the default folder as shown. We do not recommend using an alternate location.

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