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ESTeem Industrial Wireless Solutions ESTeem User’s Manual Edge 900  Manual Revision 1.0 January 2017
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc. dba ESTeem Wireless Modems 415 N. Quay Street Building B1 Kennewick, WA 99336 Phone: 509-735-9092 Fax: 509-783-5475 E-mail: market@esteem.com Web Site: www.esteem.com  Copyright© 2017 by Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.    All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.  No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Electronic Systems Technology.  Author:  Date:  Name: Eric P. Marske   Title: Product Manager       Approved by:  Date:  Name: Michael Eller   Title: President
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  1 of 9  Overview  The ESTeem Edge 900 is a wireless modem (radio) operating in the unlicensed 900 MHz ISM band (902-928 MHz).  The radio can be configured to provide both Ethernet and serial data transparent to the connected device.  The configuration of the Edge 900 is very simple in that there are only two modes of configuration as either the Master Bridge or Slave Bridge.  ESTeem Discovery Utility  The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to configure the IP address on the Edge 900 radio to match your network regardless of its current IP subnet.  The Discovery Utility will also allow access to the Edge 900 Configuration Utility for programming and troubleshooting the wireless network.  Installation   The Discovery Utility can be downloaded from the ESTeem web site (http://www.esteem.com) or is available on the Software Resource media that was shipped with the Edge 900 radios.  1. The Discovery Utility is a Java™ based application compatible with any computer operating system (Window, Linux, etc). The application requires two (2) additional support files to operate:  Java – Downloadable from http://www.java.com. The version required will be based upon your operating system. Note: The installation and updates from Java may try and install additional web browser toolbars.  Uncheck the optional installation if they are not desired.  WinPcap – Downloadable from http://www.winpcap.org/.  The version required will be based upon your operating system.    2. Once both the above programs have been installed, save the ESTDiscover.exe file to any location on your computer such as the Desktop.  Double click the ESTeem.exe program and Figure 1 will be displayed. 3. Connect the Edge 900 modem to your computer either directly to the Ethernet card or through a Switch using a CAT-5e Ethernet cable.  The Ethernet port supports Auto-Negotiation, so either a patch cable or crossover cable will work.  Press the Discover EST Modems button.   Figure 1: ESTeem Discovery Utility  Figure 2: ESTeem Discovery Utility
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  2 of 9   4. The ESTeem Edge 900 will be displayed (Figure 2).  If the ESTeem Horizon is not on the same IP subnet as the computer, double  click on the IP, Netmask or Gateway and  make the necessary changes.   Press  the  Apply  Changes  button  when complete.  5. If changes were made to the IP address, you will need to press the Discover EST Modems button again to show the changes.  Right-mouse click on the Horizon and select Configure Radio button to begin programming.   Edge 900 Configuration Utility  The Edge 900 configuration utility will allow programming of the radio for either the Master Bridge or Slave Bridge.  Every network will consist of a single Master Bridge with one or more Slave Bridge radios.  The hopping pattern for a unique Edge 900 network is determined by the AES-256 encryption pass phrase set in step 4 of the programing.  The following is the programming procedure for the Edge 900:  Step 1 – Setting Mode of Operation  The Edge 900 will either be configured as the Master Bridge or the Slave Bridge.  Every network will consist of a single Master Bridge and one or more Slave Bridge radios.  The network will always be a “hub and spoke” based network with the Master Bridge in the center (Hub).  The first page of the Edge 900 Configuration Utility (Figure 4) will ask if you are programming the Master or Slave Bridge.  Select the mode of operation and press the Next button to continue.    Figure 3: Opening Radio Configuration Software  Figure 4: Step 1 – Mode of Operation
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  3 of 9  Step 2 – Network Layout  The Edge 900 will operate in either a point to point or point to multipoint configuration.  If there is only a single master and single slave (point to point mode) the Edge 900 can devote all wireless resources to the single remote location and increase the throughput.  If programming a point to point network, select No or a multipoint network select Yes (Figure 5). Press the Next button to proceed.  Step 3 – Serial Port Configuration  Step three will set the data rate for the serial port on the Edge 900 (Figure 6).  Configure to match the connected device or skip to step 4 if only using the Ethernet interface.  Press the Next button to proceed.    Figure 5: Step 2 – Network Layout  Figure 6: Step 3 – Serial Port Configuration
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  4 of 9  Step 4 – Encryption and Network Identification  The unique identification for an Edge 900 network is the AES-256 passphrase (Figure 7).  A unique pass phrase must be entered to finish the configuration of the radio.  The pass phrase must be between 4 and 64 character long and MUST be identical on all Edge 900 radios in the same network. Enter the network pass phrase and press the “Update Radio Config” button to program the radio for operation.   Software Commands  Listed below in alphabetical order are the definitions of the ESTeem Edge 900 software commands.  All software commands are entered lowercase.    ? or help help       Displays the modem information and sub help menus.  help all      Displays all commands switches and arguments. help radio    Displays radio commands switches and arguments. help interface    Displays interface commands switches and arguments. help setup    Displays setup commands switches and arguments. help system    Displays system commands switches and arguments.   cert This command will display the FCC ID and model number of the amplifier.     Figure 7: Step 4 – Encryption and Network Identification
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  5 of 9  Information to Users  The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for both the FCC Class B digital device (pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules) and Industry Canada (IC) CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).  FCC Statement 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.  Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by ESTeem Wireless Modems for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.  IC Statement “This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.” “Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS (s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil.”  Emissions Information  Edge 900 MHz (Model 217ES) HVIN: 217ES  Frequency Hopping/DTS Spread Spectrum Device (USA) FCC ID: ENPEDG217ES (Canada) IC No: 2163A-217ES
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  6 of 9  Edge 900 MHz Antenna and Cable Configurations  ESTeem offers different types of antennas for both indoor and outdoor configurations. This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 7 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 7 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.    This radio transmitter ESTeem Edge 900 MHz (HVIN: 217ES) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below  with  the  maximum  permissible  gain  and  required  antenna  impedance for  each  antenna  type  indicated. Antenna  types  not  included  in  this  list,  having  a  gain  greater  than  the  maximum  gain  indicated  for  that  type,  are  strictly prohibited for use with this device.  Le present emetteur radio ESTeem HVIN: 216AD a ete approuve par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne enumeres  ci-dessous  et  ayant  un  gain  admissible  maximal  et  l'impedance  requise  pour  chaque  type  d'antenne.  Les  types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est superieur au gain maximal indique, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'emetteur.  Warning:  Only the tested cable lengths and antennas provided by EST meet the FCC and DOC maximum peak output power requirements.  Any other combination of antennas or coax cables is not authorized.  To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.                     Part Number:  AA20DMs  Omni-directional direct mount antenna, 2 dBi gain.  Indoor and outdoor applications.  There must be a minimum separation distance of 23 cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.  Part Number:  AA20Es900  Omni-directional external pole mount antenna, 7 dBi gain with 3-ft. integral feedline and connector.  Outdoor applications.  There must be a minimum separation distance of 23cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.  Part Number:  AA203Es900  Directional pole mount antenna, 7 dBi gain with 3-ft. integral feedline and connector.  Point to point and point to multi-point outdoor applications.  There must be a minimum separation distance of 23 cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings.  Warnings:     Only pre-made coax cables from the factory used in conjunction with either the AA20Es900 omni-directional and AA203Es900 directional antennas meet all FCC Section 15.247(b) EIRP maximum power requirements. Transmit/Receive Antenna Port
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  7 of 9  Edge 900 Specifications      Transmiter/ReceiverFrequency of Operation 902-928 MHzRF Data Rate 1 MbpsTx Output Power (Software Selectable) 24dBmTx Output Impedance 50 ohmsRx Sensitivity -97 dBmFCC Type Acceptance ENPEDG217ESIndustry Canada Type Acceptance 2163A-217ESLED Indicators Power (On/Off) - Carrier Detect (On/Off) - Transmitter (On/Off) - Reveiver (On/Off)Power RequirementsReceive 160mA @ 12 VDCTransmit 700mA @ 12 VDCPoE Power Supply  (IEEE 802.3at,30 watts) (opt)External Power Input 10 to 16 VDC @ 1AInput/Output ConnectorsEthernet Port 1 (10/100/1000)  RJ-45 Female RS-232C  Comm Port (2,400 to 115.2 K baud) RJ-45 Female Antenna Input/Outputs TNC Reverse FemaleExternal DC Input Power Mini-Combicon, 3 pin femaleCaseTemperature Range -30° to +60° CHumidity 95% Non-condensingDimensions 1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. LWeight 1.25 lbs.Product Warranty 1 YearOtherOutdoor Pole Mt. Kit  AA195PM (opt) PoE Power Supply AA175.2 (opt) ESTeem Edge 900 Specifications
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  8 of 9   Antenna Specifications  Model No:      AA20Es900 Antenna Type:      Omni Directional, DC Grounded Applications:      Fixed base Frequency:      902 to 928 MHz  Polarization:      Vertical Impedance:      50 ohms Gain:        7 dBi  (5 dBd) VSWR:        1.5:1 Typical  Front to Back Ratio:    n/a Horizontal Beamwidth:    n/a Vertical Beamwidth:      22 degrees @ ½ power Antenna Material:    Brass radiator, UV inhibited fiberglass enclosed  Mounting Hardware:      Base to Mast, Supplied.  Maximum Power Input:    150 Watts Wind Survival:    100 mph Bending Moment:    14.2 ft-lbs. @ 100 mph Antenna Connector:    TNC-R Male with 36in. pig-tail. Antenna Envelope:    48 in. L x 1-5/16 in. Dia. Weight:      1.75 lbs.     Model AA20Es900 Caution  To comply with the FCC exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 23 cm must be maintained between the antenna and all persons.
Edge 900   User’s Manual  Revised: 19 Jan 2017  9 of 9  Model No:      AA203Es900 Antenna Type:    Directional, DC grounded  Applications:    Fixed base. Frequency:      902 to 928 MHz  Polarization:      Vertical or Horizontal Impedance:      50 ohms Gain:        7 dBi (5 dBd) VSWR:        < 1.5:1 Nominal Front to Back Ratio:    > 16 dB Horizontal Beamwidth:    130 degrees @ ½ power Vertical Beamwidth:      70 degrees @ ½ power Antenna Material:    Aluminum  Mounting Hardware:    Heavy duty U bolts for mounting up to 2.0 in. pipe (included). Antenna Connector:  TNC-R Male with 2 ft. pigtail with ESTeem weatherproof boot. Maximum Power Input:    50 Watts Antenna Envelope:    1.1 ft. length by 6 in. width Windload (RWV):    150 mph Wind Surface Area:    .11 ft² Weight:    1 lbs.   Model AA203Es900 Caution  To comply with the FCC exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 23 cm must be maintained between the antenna and all persons.

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