Emerson® Smart Wireless Navigator
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Contents
Theory of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
Installing the Navigator machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
Launching Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
Navigator security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
Adding networks to Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7
Understanding the Navigator - general layout and terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
Using the Navigator for network planning and commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11
Using the Navigator for network management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13
Using the Navigator for network maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 16
Advanced Navigator functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 18
Shutting down Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 19
Service and troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 19
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1.1 Theory of operation
The Emerson Smart Wireless Navigator is a stand-alone network infrastructure management
tool. It brings together several Emerson Smart Wireless software tools to streamline wireless
network experience. Delivered on a specially designed computer, the Navigator helps to plan
and deploy networks, manage devices and networks, and easily make maintenance plans.
1.2 Installing the Navigator machine
1.2.1 Contents
The Smart Wireless Navigator is a three-box package containing the following:
Box 1 (Dimensions: 24 x 21.5 x 14.5)
(Italicized items are not required for recommended setup)
Quantity 1 - Computer workstation tower, containing all Smart Wireless Navigator Software,
with attached licensing dongle
Quantity 1 - USB keyboard
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Quantity 1 - USB mouse
Quantity 1 - 6' power cord for computer tower (NEMA 5-15, Type B, 125 V)
Quantity 3 - Additional power cords possible (if designated when ordering); 6' power cords; one
for computer tower, two fo r displays
Quantity 1 - Setup and Features Information Booklet
Quantity 1 - Safety and Regulatory Information Booklet
Quantity 1 - Smart Wireless Navigator Product Manual
Quantity 2 - DVI-to-VGA Adapter (white)
Quantity 2 - Display Port-to-DVI Adapter
Quantity 2 - Resource Media CD
Quantity 1 - Applications CD
Box 2 and 3 (Dimensions: 23 x 16 x 8.5)
(Boxes 2 and 3 are identical. Italicized items are not required for recommended setup)
Quantity 1 - 22" LCD display monitor
Quantity 1 - Monitor stand
Quantity 1 - 6' power cord for monitor (NEMA 5-15, Type B, 125 V)
Quantity 1 - 6' DVI Monitor Cable (white)
Quantity 1 - Monitor Setup Guide
Quantity 1 - Product Information Guide
Quantity 1 - 6' VGA Monitor Cable
Quantity 1 - 6' HDMI Monitor Cable
Quantity 1 - Drivers and Documentation CD
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1.2.2 Setting up the computer
1. Set up the monitors as instructed by the Monitor Setup Guide provided in boxes 2 and 3.
The white DVI monitor cables are recommended for the best display resolution.
Box 1 contains region-specific power cords (outside of NEMA type).
2. Set up the workstation as instructed by the Setup and Features Information Guide
provided in Box 1.
The Monitor Cables referenced in step 1 will connect to the back of the workstation.
Note
Be very cautious not to damage the USB licensing dongle located on the back of the
workstation.
3. Connect the local area network ethernet cord to the back of the workstation.
4. Power up the Navigator by pressing the power button on the front of the workstation.
5. Read and consider the Microsoft End User License Agreement.
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6. Log into the Navigator workstation.
a. Username: Administrator
b. Password: navigator
1.2.3 Assigning an IP address
By default, the Navigator is set up to connect to a dynamic IP architecture and be assigned an IP
address by dynamic IP address allocation (DHCP).
Consult your IT department to determine if your site runs a dynamic or static architecture. All
static IP information will come from IT.
A static IP architecture means that a specific IP address will be assigned to the Navigator box. To
configure the Navigator to connect to a static IP architecture:
1. Open the Windows Start Menu.
2. Select “Control Panel.”
3. Click “Network and Sharing Center.”
4. In the left panel, click “Change Adapter Settings.” This will open a list of Network
Interface Cards.
5. Right click on Navigator Primary and select Properties.
6. Under Properties dialog box, highlight IP Version 4 and click Properties.
Note
The radio button “Obtain an IP address automatically” will be selected. This means the IP
address will be obtained from a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server.
7. Click “Use the following IP address” and enter in the IP address assignment for the
Navigator.
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1.2.4 Windows user permissions
When installing the Navigator, it is necessary to consider user permissions. The default user for
this computer is an Administrator user. An Administrator has privileges to add or delete
programs, among other capabilities. To restrict the General Navigator user from these
privileges, create a General User account in the Control Panel. It is recommended to run the
Navigator on a Windows user with the least privileges possible.
1.2.5 Windows passwords
When installing the Navigator, it is strongly recommended, for security purposes, to change the
password for the Windows log in. Follow best practices and site/corporate IT policies to create a
strong, non-default password.
1.2.6 Windows updates
It is strongly recommended to keep the computer up to date with the latest Windows patches
and security updates. Follow site or corporate IT and security policies when implementing and
managing the Navigator system.
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1.3 Launching Navigator
After logging into the Navigator workstation, the Navigator program will auto launch. Please
allow time for Navigator to load; this may be several minutes for initial launch.
1.4 Navigator security
A user must be logged into the Smart Wireless Navigator to access the information
and launch the programs it contains. To log in to Navigator, simply click the “log in”
button in the Title Bar. A prompt will ask for a username and password. Enter the
appropriate username and password. Several design tools and applications may require a log in.
1.4.1 Navigator passwords
The Smart Wireless Navigator has two levels of user permissions, administrative and general
user. There is one administrative account and three general accounts. The administrative
account, “Supervisor,” has a default password of “Admin”.
When commissioning the Navigator, it is strongly recommended, for security purposes, to
change the password for the Navigator profile log ins. Follow best practices and site/corporate
IT policies to create strong, non-default passwords.
The Administrator has the authority set up and change all the user accounts and
passwords, but the usernames cannot be changed. Click on the “Settings” button in
the Function bar. The change password capability can be found on the bottom of the
screen.
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Table 1-1. User accounts and passwords
Default username Default password Account type Restrictions
Supervisor Admin Administrative None, Full Access
User 1 Password1 General User
User 2 Password2 General User
User 3 Password3 General User
Add new Gateways, Settings
(General, Application,
Maintenance)
To protect the Navigator information and programs when not in use, or to switch
users, click the “log out” button in the Title Bar.
1.4.2 AMS™ Wireless Configurator or AMS Device Manager
Launching the design sub-menu and selecting the Device Design button with open
AMS Wireless Configurator or AMS Device Manager, depending on your Navigator
type. A prompt will ask for the username and password associated with this AMS
account. AMS Wireless Configurator has a default username/password of admin/[no password].
When commissioning the AMS Wireless Configurator within the Navigator, it is strongly
recommended, for security purposes, to change the password. Follow best practices and
site/corporate IT policies to create a strong, non-default password. The username and password
of AMS Device Manager will match the username/password of the main AMS system.
1.4.3 Server Plus Connect for AMS Device Manager
To connect to a different Server Plus Station, the Client SC Station must first be added
to the Station Configuration of the Server Plus Station (see Related Topics for more
information). If this requirement is not met, an error (This PC is not licensed for
Client-Server operation) displays on the Client SC Station when AMS Device Manager is started.
To connect to a different Server Plus Station if AMS Device Manager is closed on the Client SC
Station:
1. In Network Configuration on the Client SC Station, remove all configured system
interfaces (other than HART
2. Select Start | All Programs | AMS Device Manager | Server Plus Connect.
3. Select the desired Server Plus Station PC from the Server Plus Station drop-down list or
enter the PC name in the box and click Connect.
4. Click Yes to launch AMS Device Manager after making the connection; No to connect
without launching AMS Device Manager; or Cancel to keep the existing connection.
5. After the connection is made, click Close.
To connect to a different Server Plus Station if AMS Device Manager is running on the Client SC
Station:
1. If no system interfaces (other than HART Modem) are configured on the Client SC
Station, select Tools | Server Plus Connect.
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Modem).
2. Select the desired Server Plus Station PC from the Server Plus Station drop-down list or
enter the PC name in the box and click Connect.
3. Click Yes to launch AMS Device Manager after making the connection, No to connect
without launching AMS Device Manager, or Cancel to keep the existing connection.
4. After the connection is made, click Close.
After the Server Plus connection has been established, you can view the entire network
configuration of the Server Plus in the Device Explorer view on the Client SC.
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1.4.4 Gateway interface
From the Gateway level view, launching opening the design sub-menu and selecting
the Gateway Interface button will open the Gateway Interface. To access the Gateway
Interface, enter the username and password associated with that Gateway. This is not
usually the username and password of the Navigator.
1.5 Adding networks to Navigator
The Smart Wireless Navigator makes it easy to add networks from the Administrator account.
Click the Settings button on the function bar. Select the checkbox next to the “Gateway
Configuration - Add New Gateways” option. When this box is checked, networks can be added
or removed from the Detailed Gateway Dashboard Display Field.
Figure 1-1. Gateway configuration - adding new gateway option
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Click the Home button. From the Home screen, select the section or area to which the Gateway
should be added.
Figure 1-2. Area selection tab
To add a Gateway, type the IP address in the available white space. Press the Enter button.
Figure 1-3. Adding the IP address
If the Gateway is not secure, the network will be immediately added. If the gateway is a secure
gateway, the Navigator will prompt for a username and password. This is the same username
and password used to access the Gateway Interface.
Note
If the Port Number of the Gateway has been changed to a non-default value, the Navigator will
prompt for the Port Number. This can be found in the Security sub-menu of the Gateway
Interface.
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