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Planet WDAP-C7200AC, WDAP-W7200AC User Manual

Copyright
Copyright 2015 by PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of PLANET.
PLANET makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not PLANET, its distributor, or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software. Further, PLANET reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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 or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient o
r relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE). The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) as of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
National Restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country Restriction Reasons/remarks
Bulgaria None
Outdoor use; limited to 10
France
Italy None
Luxembourg None
Norway Implemented
Russian
Federation
mW e.i.r.p. within the band 2454-2483.5 MHz
None Only for indoor applications
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is required
General authorization required for network and service supply(not for spectrum)
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.
WEEE regulation
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to collect such WEEE separately.
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Revision
User Manual of PLANET 1200Mbps 11ac Dual Band Ceiling-mount Wireless Access Point
Model: WDAP-C7200AC / WDAP-W7200AC
Rev: 1.1 (September, 2015)
Part No. EM-WDAP-C7200AC_W7200AC_v1.1 (2080-E11010-001)
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1.Product Introduction...........................................................................................................1
1.1Package Contents ...............................................................................................................1
1.2Product Description............................................................................................................ 2
1.3Product Features................................................................................................................. 5
1.4Product Specifications ....................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2.Hardware Installation .......................................................................................................... 9
2.1Product Outlook ..................................................................................................................9
2.1.1Panel Layout........................................................................................................... 11
2.1.2Hardware Description .............................................................................................12
Chapter 3.Connecting to the AP........................................................................................................ 13
3.1System Requirements ......................................................................................................13
3.2Installing the AP ................................................................................................................13
3.2.1Installing the AP – WDAP-C7200AC ......................................................................13
3.2.2Installing the AP – WDAP-W7200AC .....................................................................16
Chapter 4.Quick Installation Guide ...................................................................................................20
4.1Manual Network Setup - TCP/IP Configuration .............................................................. 20
4.1.1Configuring the IP Address Manually ..................................................................... 20
4.2Starting Setup in the Web UI............................................................................................24
Chapter 5.Configuring the AP............................................................................................................ 25
5.1Operation Mode................................................................................................................. 25
5.2Setup Wizard...................................................................................................................... 27
5.3TCP / IP Settings................................................................................................................34
5.3.1LAN Settings........................................................................................................... 34
5.4WLAN1 (5GHz)................................................................................................................... 36
5.4.1Basic Settings .........................................................................................................36
5.4.2Advanced Settings.................................................................................................. 52
5.4.3RF Output Power ....................................................................................................54
5.4.4Security ...................................................................................................................55
5.4.5Access Control........................................................................................................ 56
5.4.6WDS........................................................................................................................ 58
5.4.7Site Survey .............................................................................................................61
5.4.8WPS........................................................................................................................61
5.4.9Schedule .................................................................................................................65
5.5WLAN2 (2.4GHz)................................................................................................................ 66
5.5.1Basic Settings .........................................................................................................66
5.5.2Advanced Settings.................................................................................................. 82
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5.5.3RF Output Power ....................................................................................................84
5.5.4Security ...................................................................................................................85
5.5.5Access Control........................................................................................................ 87
5.5.6WDS........................................................................................................................ 89
5.5.7Site Survey .............................................................................................................92
5.5.8WPS........................................................................................................................92
5.5.9Schedule .................................................................................................................96
5.6Management ......................................................................................................................97
5.6.1Status......................................................................................................................97
5.6.2Statistics.................................................................................................................. 99
5.6.3SNMP.................................................................................................................... 100
5.6.4NTP Settings.........................................................................................................101
5.6.5Scheduling Reboot ...............................................................................................102
5.6.6Log ........................................................................................................................105
5.6.7Upgrading Firmware .............................................................................................106
5.6.8Reload Settings ....................................................................................................106
5.6.9Password ..............................................................................................................108
5.6.10LED Control ..........................................................................................................109
5.6.11Logout................................................................................................................... 109
5.6.12Reboot .................................................................................................................. 110
Chapter 6.Quick Connection to a Wireless Network..................................................................... 111
6.1Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration)................................................................. 111
6.2Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig)..................................................................................... 113
6.3Mac OS X 10.x.................................................................................................................. 116
6.4iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad .............................................................................................120
Appendix A: Planet Smart Discovery Utility...................................................................................123
Appendix B: FAQs.............................................................................................................................124
Q1: How to set up the WDS Repeater Connection................................................................124
Q2: How to set up the Universal Repeater Connection........................................................133
Appendix B: Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 140
Appendix C: Glossary.......................................................................................................................142
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FIGURE
FIGURE 2-1 WDAP-C7200AC PRODUCT DRAWING...............................................................................................9
FIGURE 2-2 WDAP-W7200AC PRODUCT DRAWING............................................................................................10
FIGURE 2-3 WDAP-C7200AC PANEL LAYOUT ....................................................................................................11
FIGURE 2-4 WDAP-W7200AC PANEL LAYOUT ...................................................................................................11
FIGURE 3-1 WDAP-C7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 1..................................................................................13
FIGURE 3-2 WDAP-C7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 2..................................................................................14
FIGURE 3-3 WDAP-C7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 3..................................................................................14
FIGURE 3-4 WDAP-C7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 4..................................................................................15
FIGURE 3-5 WDAP-C7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 4..................................................................................15
FIGURE 3-6 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 1 .................................................................................16
FIGURE 3-7 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 2 .................................................................................16
FIGURE 3-8 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 3 .................................................................................17
FIGURE 3-9 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 4 .................................................................................17
FIGURE 3-10 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 5 ...............................................................................18
FIGURE 3-11 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 6 ...............................................................................18
FIGURE 3-12 WDAP-W7200AC INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 7 ...............................................................................19
FIGURE 4-1 TCP/IP SETTING................................................................................................................................21
FIGURE 4-2 WINDOWS START MENU ....................................................................................................................22
FIGURE 4-3 SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF PING COMMAND ..........................................................................................22
FIGURE 4-4 FAILED RESULT OF PING COMMAND..................................................................................................23
FIGURE 4-5 LOGIN BY DEFAULT IP ADDRESS.........................................................................................................24
FIGURE 4-6 LOGIN WINDOW ................................................................................................................................24
FIGURE 5-1 MAIN MENU ......................................................................................................................................25
FIGURE 5-2 OPERATION MODE .............................................................................................................................26
FIGURE 5-3 SETUP WIZARD..................................................................................................................................27
FIGURE 5-4 LAN INTERFACE SETUPTOPOLOGY ...................................................................................................27
FIGURE 5-5 WIZARD – LAN INTERFACE SETUP....................................................................................................27
FIGURE 5-6 TIME ZONE SETUP TOPOLOGY ...........................................................................................................28
FIGURE 5-7 WIZARD – TIME ZONE SETUP ............................................................................................................28
FIGURE 5-8 WIZARD – WIRELESS 5GHZ BASIC SETTINGS....................................................................................29
FIGURE 5-9 WIZARD – WIRELESS 5GHZ SECURITY SETUP...................................................................................29
FIGURE 5-10 5GHZ WIRELESS SECURITY SETUP – WEP SETTING........................................................................30
FIGURE 5-11 5GHZ WIRELESS SECURITY SETUP – WPA SETTING ........................................................................30
FIGURE 5-12 WIZARD – WIRELESS 2.4GHZ BASIC SETTINGS...............................................................................31
FIGURE 5-13 WIZARD – WIRELESS 2.4GHZ SECURITY SETUP..............................................................................31
FIGURE 5-14 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SECURITY SETUP – WEP SETTING.....................................................................32
FIGURE 5-15 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SECURITY SETUP – WPA SETTING.....................................................................32
FIGURE 5-16 SETUP WIZARD - FINISHED ..............................................................................................................33
FIGURE 5-17 LAN SETTING..................................................................................................................................34
FIGURE 5-18 5GHZ WIRELESS MAIN MENU.........................................................................................................36
FIGURE 5-19 5GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS OF AP........................................................................................37
FIGURE 5-20 5GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – MULTIPLE AP .........................................................................39
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FIGURE 5-21 5GHZ MULTIPLE-SSID....................................................................................................................40
FIGURE 5-22 5GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-1.......................................................................................................41
FIGURE 5-23 5GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-2.......................................................................................................41
FIGURE 5-24 5GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-3.......................................................................................................42
FIGURE 5-25 5GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-4.......................................................................................................42
FIGURE 5-26 5GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-5.......................................................................................................42
FIGURE 5-27 5GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – CLIENT ...................................................................................43
FIGURE 5-28 CLIENT – SURVEY ............................................................................................................................45
FIGURE 5-29 CLIENT – AP LIST ............................................................................................................................46
FIGURE 5-30 CLIENT – SECURITY.........................................................................................................................46
FIGURE 5-31 CLIENT – STATUS .............................................................................................................................47
FIGURE 5-32 5GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – WDS ......................................................................................48
FIGURE 5-33 5GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – WDS+AP...............................................................................50
FIGURE 5-34 WIRELESS ADVANCED SETTINGS – 5GHZ........................................................................................52
FIGURE 5-35 RF OUTPUT POWER – 5GHZ............................................................................................................54
FIGURE 5-36 WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS – 5GHZ..........................................................................................55
FIGURE 5-37 WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL – 5GHZ .............................................................................................56
FIGURE 5-38 WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL – DENY..............................................................................................57
FIGURE 5-39 WDS MODE – 5GHZ .......................................................................................................................59
FIGURE 5-40 WDS SETTINGS – 5GHZ..................................................................................................................59
FIGURE 5-41 WDS – SET SECURITY.....................................................................................................................60
FIGURE 5-42 SITE SURVEY – 5GHZ ......................................................................................................................61
FIGURE 5-43 WPS-PBC – 5GHZ-1.......................................................................................................................63
FIGURE 5-44 WPS-PBC – 5GHZ-2.......................................................................................................................63
FIGURE 5-45 WPS-PIN – 5GHZ-1........................................................................................................................64
FIGURE 5-46 WPS-PIN – 5GHZ-2........................................................................................................................64
FIGURE 5-47 WPS-PIN – 5GHZ-3........................................................................................................................64
FIGURE 5-48 SCHEDULE - 5GHZ...........................................................................................................................65
FIGURE 5-49 2.4GHZ WIRELESS MAIN MENU......................................................................................................66
FIGURE 5-50 2.4GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – AP.......................................................................................67
FIGURE 5-51 2.4GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – MULTIPLE AP ......................................................................69
FIGURE 5-52 2.4GHZ MULTIPLE-SSID.................................................................................................................70
FIGURE 5-53 2.4GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-1....................................................................................................71
FIGURE 5-54 2.4GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-2....................................................................................................71
FIGURE 5-55 2.4GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-3....................................................................................................72
FIGURE 5-56 2.4GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-4....................................................................................................72
FIGURE 5-57 2.4GHZ UNIVERSAL REPEATER-5....................................................................................................72
FIGURE 5-58 2.4GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – CLIENT ................................................................................73
FIGURE 5-59 CLIENT – SURVEY ............................................................................................................................75
FIGURE 5-60 CLIENT – AP LIST ............................................................................................................................76
FIGURE 5-61 CLIENT – SECURITY.........................................................................................................................77
FIGURE 5-62 CLIENT – STATUS .............................................................................................................................77
FIGURE 5-63 2.4GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – WDS ...................................................................................78
FIGURE 5-64 2.4GHZ WIRELESS BASIC SETTINGS – WDS+AP............................................................................80
FIGURE 5-65 WIRELESS ADVANCED SETTINGS – 2.4GHZ.....................................................................................82
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FIGURE 5-66 RF OUTPUT POWER – 2.4GHZ.........................................................................................................84
FIGURE 5-67 WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS – 2.4GHZ.......................................................................................85
FIGURE 5-68 WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL – 2.4GHZ ..........................................................................................87
FIGURE 5-69 WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL – DENY..............................................................................................88
FIGURE 5-70 WDS MODE – 2.4GHZ ....................................................................................................................90
FIGURE 5-71 WDS SETTINGS – 2.4GHZ...............................................................................................................90
FIGURE 5-72 WDS – SET SECURITY.....................................................................................................................91
FIGURE 5-73 SITE SURVEY – 2.4GHZ ...................................................................................................................92
FIGURE 5-74 WPS-PBC – 2.4GHZ-1....................................................................................................................94
FIGURE 5-75 WPS-PBC – 2.4GHZ-2....................................................................................................................94
FIGURE 5-76 WPS-PIN – 2.4GHZ-1.....................................................................................................................95
FIGURE 5-77 WPS-PIN – 2.4GHZ-2.....................................................................................................................95
FIGURE 5-78 WPS-PIN – 2.4GHZ-3.....................................................................................................................95
FIGURE 5-79 SCHEDULE – 2.4GHZ.......................................................................................................................96
FIGURE 5-80 MANAGEMENT – MAIN MENU .........................................................................................................97
FIGURE 5-81 STATUS ............................................................................................................................................98
FIGURE 5-82 STATISTICS .......................................................................................................................................99
FIGURE 5-83 SNMP ...........................................................................................................................................100
FIGURE 5-84 TIME ZONE SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................101
FIGURE 5-85 SCHEDULING REBOOT ...................................................................................................................102
FIGURE 5-86 SCHEDULING REBOOT - EXAMPLE .................................................................................................104
FIGURE 5-87 SYSTEM LOG .................................................................................................................................105
FIGURE 5-88 UPGRADING FIRMWARE .................................................................................................................106
FIGURE 5-89 SAVE/RELOAD SETTINGS ...............................................................................................................107
FIGURE 5-90 PASSWORD SETUP ..........................................................................................................................108
FIGURE 5-91 LED CONTROL ..............................................................................................................................109
FIGURE 5-92 LOGOUT.........................................................................................................................................109
FIGURE 5-93 REBOOT......................................................................................................................................... 110
FIGURE 6-1 SYSTEM TRAY – WIRELESS NETWORK ICON.................................................................................... 111
FIGURE 6-2 CHOOSING A WIRELESS NETWORK.................................................................................................... 111
FIGURE 6-3 ENTERING THE NETWORK KEY .........................................................................................................112
FIGURE 6-4 CHOOSING A WIRELESS NETWORK -- CONNECTED............................................................................112
FIGURE 6-5 NETWORK ICON ............................................................................................................................... 113
FIGURE 6-6 WLAN AUTOCONFIG ......................................................................................................................113
FIGURE 6-7 TYPING THE NETWORK KEY .............................................................................................................114
FIGURE 6-8 CONNECTING TO A NETWORK..........................................................................................................114
FIGURE 6-9 CONNECTED TO A NETWORK............................................................................................................115
FIGURE 6-10 MAC OS – NETWORK ICON............................................................................................................ 116
FIGURE 6-11 HIGHLIGHTING AND SELECTING THE WIRELESS NETWORK .............................................................116
FIGURE 6-12 ENTERING THE PASSWORD.............................................................................................................117
FIGURE 6-13 CONNECTED TO THE NETWORK .....................................................................................................117
FIGURE 6-14 SYSTEM PREFERENCES .................................................................................................................. 118
FIGURE 6-15 SYSTEM PREFERENCES -- NETWORK.............................................................................................. 118
FIGURE 6-16 SELECTING THE WIRELESS NETWORK ...........................................................................................119
FIGURE 6-17 IPHONE – SETTINGS ICON...............................................................................................................120
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FIGURE 6-18 WI-FI SETTING ..............................................................................................................................120
FIGURE 6-19 WI-FI SETTING – NOT CONNECTED ...............................................................................................121
FIGURE 6-20 TURNING ON WI-FI........................................................................................................................121
FIGURE 6-21 IPHONE -- ENTERING THE PASSWORD.............................................................................................122
FIGURE 6-22 IPHONE -- CONNECTED TO THE NETWORK .....................................................................................122
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC

Chapter 1. Product Introduction

1.1 Package Contents

Thank you for choosing PLANET WDAP-C7200AC or WDAP-W7200AC. Before installing the AP, please verify
the contents inside the package box.
Package Contents of WDAP-C7200AC
WDAP-C7200AC Quick Guide Mounting Bracket Mounting Kit
Package Contents of WDAP-W7200AC
WDAP-W7200AC Quick Guide
Magnet Kit Wall-mounted Kit
2.4G Antenna x 2
5G Antenna x 2
DIN-rail Kit
If there is any item missing or damaged, please contact the seller immediately.
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1.2 Product Description

Designed for Highly-efficient Wireless Coverage
PLANET WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC, an IEEE 802.3at compliant PoE access point, features the latest 802.11ac wireless technology, advanced management functions and superior encryption standard yet cost-effectiveness. Meeting today’s demand for advanced performance and security, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC include multiple SSIDs, WPA / WPA2, RADIUS MAC authentication and so forth.
Brand-new 11ac Wireless Technology
The WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC support IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual band standards with 2T2R MIMO technology; therefore, it provides the wireless speed up to 300+867Mbps, which is 16X faster than the 11a access point at 5GHz frequency and 5.5X faster than the 11g access point at 2.4GHz frequency. Moreover, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC are equipped with Gigabit Ethernet Port. Compared with the general wireless APs, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC offer faster transmission speed for the network applications and less interference to enhance data throughput. The incredible wireless speed makes it ideal for handling multiple HD movie streams, high-resolution on-line games, stereo music, VoIPs and data streams at the same time stably and smoothly.
11ac Innovations Bring Excellent Data Link Speed
The WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC are built-in with high power amplifier and 4 highly-sensitive
antennas which provide stronger signal and excellent coverage even in the wide-ranging or bad environment.
With adjustable transmit power option, the administrator can flexibly reduce or increase the output power for
various environments, thus reducing interference to achieve maximum performance. To provide extremely
high-speed user experience, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC adopted IEEE 802.11ac technology to
extend the 802.11n 40MHz channel binding to 80MHz and the implementation of 256-QAM modulation where
higher transmitting/receiving rates go up to 867Mbps in 5GHz less interference frequency band. In addition, the
Gigabit LAN port can eliminate the restriction of 100Mbps Fast Ethernet wired connection to let users fully enjoy
the high speed provided by wireless. The IEEE 802.11ac also optimizes MU-MIMO (Multi-User MIMO)
mechanism to serve multiple devices simultaneously.
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Full Support of Wireless Security Encryption and Wireless Value-added Features
In aspect of security, besides 64/128-bit WEP encryption, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC are
integrated with WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK and 802.1x RADIUS authority to secure and protect your
wireless LAN. It provides the wireless MAC filtering and SSID broadcast control to consolidate the wireless
network security and prevent unauthorized wireless connection. Moreover, its Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)
mechanism provides enhanced QoS over wireless connection for better performance in multimedia transmission
like on-line gaming and video streaming, which are classified as a top priority.
Multiple Operation Modes for Various Applications
The WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC support AP, Client, WDS Bridge, Repeater and Universal Repeater
modes, through which it provides more flexibility for users when wireless network is established. Compared with
general wireless access point, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC offer more powerful and flexible
capability for wireless clients.
Flexible Deployment with PoE Feature
Compliant with the IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet standard, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC
can be powered and networked by a single UTP cable. It thus reduces the needs of extra cables and dedicated
electrical outlets on the wall, ceiling or any other place where it is difficult to reach. The wireless network
deployment becomes more flexible and worry-free from the power outlet locations.
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Deployment Simplified through Centralized Management
The WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC support AP controller which can be switched to “managed AP”
mode and thus can be centrally managed by PLANET WAPC-1232HP smart AP controller. It will certainly benefit
the system integrators when the scale of the wireless network gets bigger. Furthermore, with user-friendly Web
UI and Planet Smart Discovery supported, the WDAP-C7200AC and WDAP-W7200AC are convenient to be
managed and configured remotely in a small business wireless network.
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1.3 Product Features

Standard Compliant Hardware Interface
Complies with IEEE 802.11ac (draft 2.0) and IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standards
1 10/100/1000BASE-TX port with 1-port PoE powered device (PD)
IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet design
RF Interface Characteristics
Features 2.4GHz (802.11b/g/n) and 5GHz (802.11a/n/ac) concurrent dual band for more efficiency
of carrying high load traffic
4 built-in, high-gain antennas provide excellent wireless coverage
Flexible RP-SMA connectors easily expand the existing wireless network (WDAP-W7200AC)
2T2R MIMO technology for enhanced throughput and coverage
Provides multiply-adjustable transmit power control
High speed up to 1.2Gbps (300Mbps for 2.4GHz + 867Mbps for 5GHz) wireless data rate
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Comprehensive Wireless Advanced Features
Multiple Wireless Modes: AP, Client, WDS PtP/ PtMP, WDS Repeater, Universal Repeater
Supports up to 10 multiple-SSIDs (2.4GHz + 5GHz) to allow users to access different networks
through a single AP
Supports WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) and wireless QoS to enhance the efficiency of multimedia
application
Supports IAPP (Inter Access Point Protocol) and wireless roaming to enable clients to roam across
different wireless networks
Supports 5-level Transmitting Power Control to adapt various environments
Supports wireless schedule to automatically enable or disable the wireless function based on
predefined schedule
Self-healing (Schedule Reboot) mechanism for reliable connection
Secure Network Connection
Advanced Security: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES encryption)
and 802.1x Radius Authentication
Supports MAC address filtering
Easy Installation & Management
Flexible deployment with standard 802.3at PoE/PD supported
Web-based UI and Quick Setup Wizard for easy configuration
SNMP-based management interface
System status monitoring includes DHCP Client and System Log
Supports AP controller to enable administrator to configure and monitor multiple APs
simultaneously
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1.4 Product Specifications

User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC
Model Name
Description
Hardware Features
Interfaces
Antennas
Reset Button
LED Indicators
Material Plastic IP30 rated, metal Dimensions 194 x 49 mm (Φ x H) 148 x 41 x 140 mm (W x D x H) Weight 300 ±5g 470 ±5g Power Requirements 802.3at PoE, 48-56V DC input Power Consumption 20W (max.) 20W (max.) Mounting Ceiling Mount Wall Mount
Wireless Interface Specifications
Standard
Antenna Structure
Modulation DSSS
Data Modulation
WDAP-C7200AC WDAP-W7200AC
WDAP-C7200AC: 1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Ceiling-mount Wireless AP WDAP-W7200AC: 1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Wall-mount Wireless AP
LAN: 1 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 port; auto-negotiation and auto MDI/MDI-X
2 x 2.4GHz 2.5dBi PCB antenna 2 x 5GHz 4dBi PCB antenna
Reset button on the top cover Press over 5 seconds to reset the device to factory default PWR
Allow LED to turn off via software control
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft 2.0) 5GHz IEEE 802.11a/n 5GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
802.11ac: 2T2R MU-MIMO
802.11n: 2T2R MIMO
802.11ac: OFDM (BPSK / QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM / 256QAM)
802.11a/g/n: OFDM (BPSK / QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM)
802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK / DQPSK / CCK)
2 x 2.4GHz 5dBi SMA antenna 2 x 5GHz 5dBi SMA antenna
Band Mode
Frequency Range
Operating Channels
Channel Width
2.4G / 5G concurrent mode
2.4GHz: America -- FCC: 2.412~2.462GHz Europe -- ETSI: 2.412~2.484GHz
5GHz: America -- FCC: 5.180~5.240GHz, 5.725~5.850GHz Europe -- ETSI: 5.180~5.240GHz
2.4GHz: America -- FCC: 1~11 Europe -- ETSI: 1~13
5GHz: America -- FCC: 36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 Europe -- ETSI: 36, 40, 44, 48 5GHz channel list will vary in different countries according to their regulations.
802.11ac: 20/40/80MHz
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Data Transmission Rates
Transmission Distance
Max. RF Power
Receive Sensitivity
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802.11n: 20/40MHz
802.11ac (VHT20, Nss2-MCS8): Up to 173.3Mbps
802.11ac (VHT40, Nss2-MCS9): Up to 400Mbps
802.11ac (VHT80, Nss2-MCS9): Up to 867Mbps
802.11n (HT40): 270/243/216/162/108/81/54/27Mbps 135/121.5/108/81/54/40.5/27/13.5Mbps (dynamic)
802.11n (HT20): 130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13Mbps 65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5Mbps (dynamic)
802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps (dynamic)
802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1Mbps (dynamic)
802.11ac (draft): up to 30m
802.11n: up to 70m
802.11g: up to 30m
The estimated transmission distance is based on the theory.
The actual distance will vary in different environments.
5GHz:
802.11ac (VHT20): 22dBm
802.11ac (VHT40): 22dBm
802.11ac (VHT80): 22dBm
802.11n (HT20): 22dBm
802.11n (HT40): 22dBm
802.11a: 22dBm
2.4GHz:
802.11n: 17 ±2.5dBm
802.11b/g: 20 ±2.5dBm
5GHz:
802.11ac (VHT20): -91dBm @ Nss1-MCS0, -64dBm @ Nss2-MCS8
802.11ac (VHT40): -89dBm @ Nss1-MCS0, -59dBm @ Nss2-MCS9
802.11ac (VHT80): -86dBm @ Nss1-MCS0, -56dBm @ Nss2-MCS9
802.11n (HT20): -92dBm @ MCS0, -71dBm @ MCS7
802.11n (HT40): -89dBm @ MCS0, -66dBm @ MCS15
802.11a: -93 @ 6Mbps, -75dBm @ 54Mbps
2.4GHz:
802.11n 20MHz (MCS7): -69dBm @10% PER
802.11n 40MHz (MCS15): -66dBm @10% PER
802.11g (54Mbps): -74dBm @10% PER
802.11b (11Mbps): -88dBm @10% PER
Software Features
Operation Mode
Wireless Mode
Standalone AP Managed AP
Universal Repeater (AP+Client) Repeater (WDS+AP) AP (Access Point) 　 WDS PTP (Point to Point) WDS PTMP (Point to Multipoint) Client
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Encryption Security
Wireless Security
Wireless Advanced
Max. Clients
LAN
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WEP (64/128-bit) encryption security WPA / WPA2 (TKIP/AES) WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) 802.1x RADIUS Authentication
Provides wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List) filtering
Wireless MAC address filtering
Supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
Enable/Disable SSID broadcast
WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia): 802.11e Wireless QoS
Multiple SSID: up to 5 at 2.4GHz and 5GHz, respectively
Wireless Isolation: Enables to isolate each connected wireless client from communicating with each other
IAPP (Inter Access Point Protocol): 802.11f Wireless Roaming
Provides wireless statistics Wire: 253
2.4GHz wireless: 32 5GHz wireless: 32
Built-in DHCP server supporting static IP address distribution
Supports UPnP
Supports 802.1d Spanning Tree
Web-based (HTTP) management interface
System Management
Standards Conformance
IEEE Standards
Other Protocols and
Standards
Environment & Certification
Temperature
SNTP time synchronize
Easy firmware upgrade
Supports Scheduling Reboot
Supports Smart Discovery Utility
Supports AP Controller
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft 2.0, 2T2R, up to 867Mbps) IEEE 802.11n (2T2R, up to 300Mbps) IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11i IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3x flow control
CSMA/CA, CSMA/CD, TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, SNTP
Operating: 0 ~ 50 degrees C
Storage: -40 ~ 70 degrees C
Operating: -10 ~ 60 degrees C
Storage: -20 ~ 60 degrees C
Humidity
Regulatory
Operating: 10 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
FCC Part 15B & 15C, IC, RoHS
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2.1 Product Outlook

WDAP-C7200AC
Dimensions: 194 x 49 mm Drawing :
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Chapter 2. Hardware Installation

(Φ x H)
Figure 2-1 WDAP-C7200AC Product Drawing
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WDAP-W7200AC
Dimensions: 148 x 41 x 140 mm (W x D x H) Drawing :
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Figure 2-2 WDAP-W7200A
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C Product Drawing
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2.1.1 Panel Layout

The front and rear panels provide a simple interface monitoring the AP. Figure 2-2 shows the hardware interface of the WDAP-C7200AC.
WDAP-C7200AC Hardware Interface:
Figure 2-3 WDAP-C7200AC Panel Layout
WDAP-W7200AC Hardware Interface:
Figure 2-4 WDAP-W7200AC Panel Layout
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2.1.2 Hardware Description

LED Definition
LED COLOR STATUS FUNCTION
Green
Green
Orange
PWR
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On Device power on
Off Device power off (controlled by S/W)
On System initializing; turn it off when system completed
Detect and identify the LED (controlled by S/W)
Orange
Blinking
1) Position LED on: LED blinks continuously.
2) Position LED off: the LED is off.
Button Definition
Object Description
To restore to the factory default setting, press and hold the Reset Button over 5
Reset
seconds, and then release it.
Port Definition
Object Description
PoE Port
(802.3at PoE)
10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 port, auto MDI/ MDI-X
Connect PoE port to the IEEE 802.3at PSE to power on the device.
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Chapter 3. Connecting to the AP

3.1 System Requirements

Broadband Internet Access Service (Cable/xDSL/Ethernet connection)
One IEEE 802.3at PoE switch (supply power to the WDAP-C7200AC)
PCs with a working Ethernet adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
PCs running Windows 98/ME, NT4.0, 2000/XP, Windows Vista / Win 7, MAC OS 9 or later, Linux,
UNIX or other platforms compatible with TCP/IP protocols
1. The AP in the following instructions refers to PLANET WDAP-C7200AC/ WDAP-W7200AC.
2. It is recommended to use Internet Explore 7.0 or above to access the AP.

3.2 Installing the AP

Before installing the AP, make sure your PoE switch is connected to the Internet through the broadband service
successfully at this moment. If there is any problem, please contact your local ISP. After that, please install the
AP according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep your hands dry.

3.2.1 Installing the AP – WDAP-C7200AC

Step 1. Drill the outlet hole indicated on the mounting label and stick the given mounting label to the installation
location to let the Ethernet cable penetrate the outlet hole. Then, drill the mounting holes as indicated on the label.
Figure 3-1 WDAP-C7200AC Installation Diagram 1
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Step 2. Take the mounting bracket, put it on the target place by aligning the holes and fix it with the supplied
screws.
Figure 3-2 WDAP-C7200AC Installation Diagram 2
Step 3. Plug the RJ45 Ethernet cable into the PoE port of the WDAP-C7200AC.
Figure 3-3 WDAP-C7200AC Installation Diagram 3
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Step 4. Load the device into the mounting bracket, and make sure the device is mated with two fixed screws.
Then, rotate the device clockwise to lock it in position.
Figure 3-4 WDAP-C7200AC Installation Diagram 4
Step 5. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the PoE switch.
※ IEEE 802.3at PoE switch is required.
Figure 3-5 WDAP-C7200AC Installation Diagram 4
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3.2.2 Installing the AP – WDAP-W7200AC

Step 1. Connect the 2.4GHz antennas to the RP-SMA connectors of the WDAP-W7200AC that indicates
“2.4GHz” on the bottom panel.
Figure 3-6 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 1
Step 2. Connect the 5GHz antennas to the RP-SMA connectors of the WDAP-W7200AC that indicates “5GHz”
on the top panel.
Figure 3-7 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 2
Step 3. Wall Mount Installation:
(1) There are 4 holes with 8mm diameter on the wall; the distance between the 2 holes is 133mm and the line
through them must be kept horizontal. (2) Install a conductor pipe inside the board hole and flush the edge of the conductor pipe with the wall surface. (3) Screw the bolts into the conductor pipe. The WDAP-W7200AC is between bolts and conductor pipe, as
shown below.
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Figure 3-8 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 3
Step 4. DIN-Rail Mounting Installation:
(1) Screw the DIN-rail on the WDAP-W7200AC (2) Lightly push the bottom of DIN-rail into the track (3) Check whether the DIN-rail is tightly on the track
Figure 3-9 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 4
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Step 5. Magnet Installation: To install the WDAP-W7200AC on a magnetic surface, simply follow the diagram
below:
Figure 3-10 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 5
Step 6. Plug the Ethernet cable into the PoE port.
Figure 3-11 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 6
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Step 7. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the PoE switch.
※ IEEE 802.3at PoE switch is required.
Figure 3-12 WDAP-W7200AC Installation Diagram 7
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Chapter 4. Quick Installation Guide

This chapter will show you how to configure the basic functions of your AP within minutes.
A computer with wired Ethernet connection to the Wireless AP is required for the first-time
configuration.

4.1 Manual Network Setup -- TCP/IP Configuration

The default IP address of the WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC is 192.168.1.253. And the default Subnet
Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as you want. In this guide, we use all the default values
for description.
Connect the WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC with your PC by an Ethernet cable plugging in LAN port on one
side and in LAN port of PC on the other side. Please power on the WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC by PoE
switch through the PoE port.
In the following sections, we’ll introduce how to install and configure the TCP/IP correctly in Windows 7. And the procedures in other operating systems are similar. First, make sure your Ethernet Adapter is working, and refer to the Ethernet adapter manual if needed.

4.1.1 Configuring the IP Address Manually

Summary:
Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC.
Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.1.xxx (If the default IP address of the
WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC is 192.168.1.253, and the DSL router is 192.168.1.254, the "xxx"
can be configured to any number from 1 to 252.) and subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
1 Select Use the following IP address, and then configure the IP address of the PC.
2 For example, as the default IP address of the WDAP-C7200AC/WDAP-W7200AC is 192.168.1.253 and the
DSL router is 192.168.1.254, you may choose from 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.252.
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