Z-Com R1 User Manual
R1 Extender
User Manual
V 1.1.0 January 2009
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written permission of the supplier.
About This Manual
This user manual is intended to guide professional installer to install the R1 Extender and how to build the
infrastructure centered on it. It includes procedures to assist you in avoiding unforeseen problems.
Conventions
For your attention on important parts, special characters and patterns are used in this manual:
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Note:
Warning:
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Bold: Indicates the function, important words, and so on.
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 the 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 of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into 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.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To
avoid the possibility of exceeding radio frequency exposure limits, you shall beep a distance of at least
100cm between you and the antenna of the installed equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The
firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
Content
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................11
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................11
APPEARANCE.....................................................................................................................................................11
FIGURE 1 R1 EXTENDER...............................................................................................................................11
KEY FEATURES................................................................................................................................................. 12
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS.................................................................................................................................... 13
T elemedicine Wireless Br oadband Application............................................................................................ 13
Education Wir eless Broadband Application................................................................................................ 14
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................... 15
PREPARATION BEFORE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................... 15
Professional Installation Required.............................................................................................................. 15
Safety Precautions....................................................................................................................................... 16
Product Package.......................................................................................................................................... 16
HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................... 18
Assemble the Mounting Bracket .................................................................................................................. 18
Pole Mounting ............................................................................................................................................. 18
Interface Definition...................................................................................................................................... 20
Connect Up.................................................................................................................................................. 23
Grounding.................................................................................................................................................... 24
Power On..................................................................................................................................................... 24
CHAPTER 3 BASIC SETTINGS..................................................................................................................... 26
FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS........................................................................................................................... 26
TABLE 2 R1 EXTENDER FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS.................................................................... 26
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................. 27
HOW TO LOGIN THE WEB-BASED INTERFACE ................................................................................................... 28
BASIC SYSTEM SETUP ...................................................................................................................................... 30
BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................. 31
CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED SETTINGS........................................................................................................... 34
ADVANCED WIRELESS SETTINGS...................................................................................................................... 34
PEER-TO-PEER LINKS ....................................................................................................................................... 36
Antenna Alignment T ool............................................................................................................................... 37
TABLE 3 RSSI-BEEP FREQUENCY............................................................................................................. 38
LINK TEST........................................................................................................................................................ 38
SUPER MODE.................................................................................................................................................... 39
WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS........................................................................................................................ 40
Security Profile Configuration..................................................................................................................... 40
Access Control............................................................................................................................................. 42
RADIUS SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................... 43
CHAPTER 5 MANAGEMENT........................................................................................................................ 45
VIEW R1 EXTENDER BASIC INFORMATION....................................................................................................... 45
VIEW ETHERNET STATISTICS ............................................................................................................................ 46
VIEW WIRELESS STATISTICS ............................................................................................................................. 47
CONNECTION.................................................................................................................................................... 48
PASSWORD........................................................................................................................................................ 49
REMOTE MANAGEMENT................................................................................................................................... 50
Remote Console........................................................................................................................................... 50
SNMP........................................................................................................................................................... 53
TIME SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................................ 55
UPGRADE FIRMWARE ....................................................................................................................................... 56
BACKUP/RETRIEVE SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................... 57
RESTORE FACTORY DEFAUL T SETTINGS............................................................................................................ 58
EVENT LOG ...................................................................................................................................................... 59
REBOOT............................................................................................................................................................ 60
CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................. 61
APPENDIX A. CHANNEL – FREQUENCY TABLE.................................................................................... 63
APPENDIX B. ASCII........................................................................................................................................ 65
APPENDIX C. SSH SETTINGS...................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX D. SERVICE SUPPORT.............................................................................................................. 71
Figure
FIGURE 1 R1 EXTENDER........................................................................................................................................11
FIGURE 2 TELEMEDICINE WIRELESS BROADBAND ............................................................................................... 13
FIGURE 3 CAMPUS WIRELESS BROADBAND ......................................................................................................... 14
FIGURE 4 BRACKET MOUNTING – STEP 1............................................................................................................. 18
FIGURE 5 BRACKET MOUNTING – STEP 2............................................................................................................. 18
FIGURE 6 POLE MOUNTING –STEP 1..................................................................................................................... 19
FIGURE 7 POLE MOUNTING – STEP 2.................................................................................................................... 19
FIGURE 8 POLE MOUNTING – STEP 3.................................................................................................................... 19
FIGURE 9 INTERFACE DEFINITION......................................................................................................................... 20
FIGURE 10 DETAILED VIEW OF RS-232 PORT....................................................................................................... 21
FIGURE 11 WARNING LABEL................................................................................................................................. 21
FIGURE 12 VENT .................................................................................................................................................. 22
FIGURE 13 CONNECT UP – STEP 1......................................................................................................................... 23
FIGURE 14 CONNECT UP – STEP 2......................................................................................................................... 23
FIGURE 15 CONNECT UP – STEP 3......................................................................................................................... 23
FIGURE 16 CONNECT UP – STEP 4......................................................................................................................... 24
FIGURE 17 GROUNDING........................................................................................................................................ 24
FIGURE 18 POE CONNECTION............................................................................................................................... 25
FIGURE 19 SECURITY ALERT ................................................................................................................................28
FIGURE 20 LOGIN ................................................................................................................................................. 28
FIGURE 21 MAIN PAGE ......................................................................................................................................... 29
FIGURE 22 BASIC SETUP....................................................................................................................................... 30
FIGURE 23 BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS ................................................................................................................ 31
FIGURE 24 ADVANCED PARAMETERS.................................................................................................................... 34
FIGURE 25 PEER-TO-PEER LINKS.......................................................................................................................... 36
FIGURE 26 ANTENNA ALIGNMENT TOOL .............................................................................................................. 37
FIGURE 27 LINK TEST........................................................................................................................................... 39
FIGURE 28 SUPER MODE ...................................................................................................................................... 39
FIGURE 29 SECURITY............................................................................................................................................ 40
FIGURE 30 ACCESS CONTROL............................................................................................................................... 42
FIGURE 31 RADIUS SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................ 44
FIGURE 32 BASIC INFORMATION........................................................................................................................... 45
FIGURE 33 ETHERNET STATISTICS ........................................................................................................................ 46
FIGURE 34 WIRELESS STATISTICS ......................................................................................................................... 47
FIGURE 35 CONNECTION ...................................................................................................................................... 48
FIGURE 36 PASSWORD .......................................................................................................................................... 49
FIGURE 37 REMOTE MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 50
FIGURE 38 PUTTY CONFIGURATION 1.................................................................................................................. 51
FIGURE 39 PUTTY CONFIGURATION 2.................................................................................................................. 52
FIGURE 40 SSH.................................................................................................................................................... 53
FIGURE 41 OBTAIN MIB FILE............................................................................................................................... 54
FIGURE 42 TIME SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................... 55
FIGURE 43 UPGRADE FIRMWARE.......................................................................................................................... 56
FIGURE 44 BACKUP/RESTORE SETTINGS .............................................................................................................. 57
FIGURE 45 RESTORE SETTINGS............................................................................................................................. 58
FIGURE 46 EVENT LOG......................................................................................................................................... 59
FIGURE 47 REBOOT .............................................................................................................................................. 60
Table
TABLE 1 PIN DEFINITION ..................................................................................................................................... 21
TABLE 2 R1 EXTENDER FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS ......................................................................................... 26
TABLE 3 RSSI-BEEP FREQUENCY......................................................................................................................... 38
TABLE 4 CHANNELS IN 5MHZ CENTRE FREQUENCY ............................................................................................ 63
TABLE 5 CHANNELS IN 10MHZ CENTRE FREQUENCY .......................................................................................... 63
TABLE 6 CHANNELS IN 20MHZ CENTRE FREQUENCY .......................................................................................... 64
TABLE 7 CHANNELS IN 40MHZ CENTRE FREQUENCY .......................................................................................... 64
TABLE 8 ACSII..................................................................................................................................................... 65
TABLE 9 SSH SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................... 66
Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
Designed for outdoor environment application, the R1 Extender is a high-performance
outdoor-deployable wireless bridge that provides wireless connectivity among multiple network
locations. The R1 Extender has a built-in 23dBi planar antenna that can deliver up to a 40Km
connection.
The R1 Extender is a multi function communication device that supports Base Station, CPE, PTP and
PTMP connectivity. It allows for local area network (LANs) in different locations (buildings) to be easily
interconnected. The R1 Extender delivers “last mile” broadband connectivity through its PTP and
PTMP capabilities.
With high throughput and long-distance transmission, R1 Extender is an ideal backhaul solution for
Carriers, Service Providers and Enterprises!
Appearance
Figure 1 R1 Extender
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Key Features
Provide easy installation and high performance wireless connectivity of up to 40km
IP67 waterproof housing endures almost any harsh environments
Multiple operating modes including Base station, CPE, PTP and PTMP
Support 64/128-bit WEP and 802.1X, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK&WPA2-PSK, etc
Support WMM and Quality of service (QoS) for enhanced performance
Proprietary Antenna Alignment Tool helps identify the antenna orientation with the best signal
strength
Buzzer design helps to determine the device power initial condition
Super mode to boost the data rate up to 108Mbps
Advanced management tools like SNMP and Secure Shell (SSH)
User-friendly Web, SSH and SNMP-based management interface
T ypical Applications
This section describes the typical applications of the R1 Extender.
Telemedicine Wireless Broadband Application
The R1 Extender primary usage is as a relay or bridging technology that may be combined with cost
effective solar power solution allowing for telemedicine application in remote and rural environments.
The R1 Extender is able to deliver stable and high performance broadband connectivity for typical
telemedicine applications in a Line-of-Sight environment.
Health Center
Health Center
Telemedicine
Telemedicine
Wireless Application
Wireless Ap p lication
Relay
Relay
Rural Clinics
Rural Clinics
WIWI--FI AP
FI AP
for indoor
for indoor
coverage
coverage
Relay
Relay
RS-232
Wi-Fi adaptor
Wi-Fi
phone
Video Surveillance
Video S urveillance
Communication
Communication
Data transmission
Data transmission
Long distance
Long distance
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
L ow balance R outer
F ire wall
Swit ch
R2 Extender
R2 Extender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Extender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Extender
Health Center
Health Center
Telemedicine
Telemedicine
Wireless Application
Wireless Ap p lication
Relay
Relay
Rural Clinics
Rural Clinics
WIWI--FI AP
FI AP
for indoor
for indoor
coverage
coverage
Relay
Relay
RS-232
Wi-Fi adaptor
RS-232
Wi-Fi adaptor
Wi-Fi
phone
Wi-Fi
phone
Video Surveillance
Video S urveillance
Communication
Communication
Data transmission
Data transmission
Long distance
Long distance
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
L ow balance R outer
F ire wall
Swit ch
F ire wall
Swit ch
R2 Extender
R2 Extender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Extender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Extender
Figure 2 T ele medicine Wireless Broadband
Chapter 1 Introduction Page 13
Education Wireless Broadband Application
School in remote area or rural areas can be provided with broadband connectivity via local Internet
service providers. The relay ability of the R1 Extender allows for multiple hops to be made thus
allowing the R1 Extender to reach more remote LOS locations beyond 40km or to circumvent natural
obstructions like mountains.
Relay
Relay
Firewall
L ow balance R outer
Swit ch
Z-Com Wi-Fi clients
School
School
In terne t
In terne t
Provider
Provider
R2 Extender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
Relay
Relay
Firewall
L ow balance R outer
Swit ch
Z-Com Wi-Fi clients
Firewall
L ow balance R outer
Swit ch
Firewall
L ow balance R outer
Swit ch
Z-Com Wi-Fi clients
School
School
School
School
In terne t
In terne t
Provider
Provider
R2 Extender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R2 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
R1 Ext ender
Figure 3 Campus Wireless Broadband
Besides, the R1 Extender can also be applied into the following environments:
Cost-effectively provide long distance backhaul for remote areas (e.g. village, oil well, island,
mountain and etc.)
Establish local backhaul for campus, farm and factory
Provide and access for video streaming or surveillance for industrial and mining enterprises
Plays as a relay connecting different networks
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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Page 15
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
This chapter describes safety precautions and product information you have to know and check before
installing R1 Extender.
Preparation before Installation
Professional Installation Required
1. Please seek assistance from a professional installer who is well trained in the RF installation and
knowledgeable in the local regulations.
2. The R1 Extender is distributed through distributor and system installer with professional
technicians and will not be sold directly through retail store.
3. The equipment shall be installed in RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATIONS. Access can only be
gained by service persons or by users who have been instructed about the reasons for the
restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be taken. Furthermore,
access is through the use of a tool or lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled b
the authority responsible for the location.
4. If you are intended to use an external antenna with the R1 Extender, please contact your
supplier/installer to ensure that your unit is set for you have fulfilled all the local regulatory
requirements. It is the responsibility of the installer/user to check that the equipment as deployed
meets local regulatory requirements.
Safety Precautions
To keep you safe and to install the hardware properly, please read and follow these safety precautions.
ONLY qualified service personnel should service or disassemble this device;
When installing the device, note the followings:
- Do NOT use a metal ladder;
- Do NOT work on a windy or raining day;
- Do NOT install, use or service the device during a thunderstorm, as this may cause a remote
risk of electric shock from lightning;
- Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or jacket.
- When the system is operational, avoid standing directly in front of the antenna. Strong RF
fields are present when the transmitter is on.
Ground the device properly with grounding wire to protect against lightning;
Use ONLY appropriate accessories for the device.
If the temperatures of the unit surface exceeds the limit, be precautious not to continuous held or
touch the device for a certain period of time.
Product Package
The product package you have received should contain the following items. If any of them are not
included or damaged, please contact your local vendor for support.
R1 Extender with integrated 23dBi antenna ×1
Mounting Kit ×1
PoE Injector & Power cord ×1
Grounding Wire with Screw ×1
Waterproof RJ-45 Connector Kit ×1
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Quick Installation Guide ×1
Product CD ×1
Note:
Product CD contains Management Tool, Quick Installation Guide and User Manual!
Mounting Kit
Wall/Pole Mounting Bracket
1. T-Form Bracket ×1
2. Articulation Pole ×1
3. Pole Mount Bar ×1
Fasteners
4. M8×80 Screw ×2
M8×90 Screw ×1
5. M8 Washer ×3
6. M8 Spring Washer ×3
7. M8 Nut ×1
8. M5×16 Screw ×4
9. M5 Washer ×4
10. Wood Screw ×4 (for Wall Mount)
11. Wall/Gyprock Plug ×4 (for Wall Mount)
Waterproof RJ-45 Connector Kit
1. Gland ×1
2. Sealing Nut ×1
3. Sealing ×1
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Page 17
Hardware Installation
Assemble the Mounting Bracket
1. Place the main bracket into the seating and use a spanner to fasten the bracket to the R1
Extender with M5×16 screws ⑧ and M5 washers ⑨ provided in the hardware packets;
Figure 4 Bracket Mounting – Step 1
2. Assemble the main bracket by placing articulation pole ② to the T-form bracket ① via a
M8×90 ④ screw through the insertion axe and fix with the M8 washer ⑤ , spring washer ⑥
and M8 nut⑦;
Figure 5 Bracket Mounting – Step 2
Pole Mounting
1. Install the main bracket and the pole mount bar ③ over the top of the pole by securing the drill
holes of the pole mount bar to the main bracket ones and insert two M8×80 ④ screws, spring
washers ⑥ and washers ⑤ through the drill holes and main bracket;
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Page 18
Figure 6 Pole Mounting –Step 1
2. Fasten two M8×80 screws ④ and washers ⑤ through the drill holes and main bracket with a
spanner;
Figure 7 Pole Mounting – Step 2
3. Adjust the antenna for appropriate tilt / vertical orientation.
Figure 8 Pole Mounting – Step 3
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Page 19
Note:
The horizontal and vertical beam width of R1 default antenna is about 10 degree
respectively.
Interface Definition
The R1 Extender currently provides two interfaces at the bottom, which are PoE + Data with a black
plastic cover and RS-232 with a light gray cover that label “WARNING! No PoE”. Among which, a
black RJ45 waterproof connector will be provided for the PoE + Data interface.
Figure 9 Interface Definition
RS-232
RS-232, which is labeled COM/RESET, is used for debugging purposes as well as for hard reset of the
R1 Extender. Below you may find the pin definition of the RS-232.
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Page 20
T able 1 PIN Definition
Pin Assignment Name Description
P1 TXD0 Data Transmit 0
P2 DSR0 Data Set Ready 0
P3 RXD0 Data Receive 0
P4 TXD1 Data Transmit 1
P5 RXD1 Data Receive 1
P6 DTR1 Data Terminal Ready
P7 Hard Reset Hard reset the unit
P8 GND Ground
To reset the device, short P7 (Hard Reset) to P8 (GND) for less than 1 second and the system will
reset. If P7 (Hard Reset) is shorted to P8 (GND) for over 5 seconds, the R1 Extender will be reset to
the factory default settings.
Figure 10 Detailed View of RS-232 Port
Below are the views of RS-232 cover and RJ-45 port respectively, please note the label covered on
and DO strictly follow the instructions to avoid damaging your equipment!
Figure 11 Warning Label
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Warning:
Do NOT connect PoE powered Ethernet cable to the RS-232 port; otherwise the port
may burnout!
If RS-232 cable is used outdoor, please DO add a surge protector to protect the
equipment circuit!
Strongly recommend to add a lightning arrestor on the RS-232 port to prevent from
lightning attack!
Vent
The vent is designed to exclude vapors and moisture out of the unit as well as repel water, dust, and
dirt by the specially designed membrane, thereby preventing the R1 Extender from electric
malfunctioning.
Vent
Figure 12 Vent
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