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ESTeem USER’S MANUAL
Models 195C – 195M
Manual Revision 1.0
January 2014
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
Author:
Date:
Name: Eric P. Marske
Title: Product Support Manager
Approved by:
Date:
Name: Tom L. Kirchner
Title: President
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
Building B1
415 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: 509-783-9092
Fax: 509-783-5472
E-mail: market@esteem.com
Web Site: www.esteem.com
Copyright© 2014 by Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
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PRODUCT WARRANTY
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of one year from the date of sale to first user/customer. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND
THERE IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
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BUSINESS OR ANTICIPATORY PROFITS. IN NO EVENT SHALL EST BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER IN
EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.
In the event that a unit or part requires replacement or factory servicing, the following conditions apply:
a)
Customer must obtain from EST an authorized RMA (Return Materials Authorization) Number before shipment of product
or parts to EST for any reason;
b)
If the whole unit is shipped, it must be in its original carton and shipping components, or a carton and shipping components
supplied by EST, or it parts only are shipped, they must be packaged and cushioned so as to prevent damage in transit
and shipped freight prepaid;
PRODUCT WILL BE CONSIDERED OUT OF WARRANTY IF:
a)
If the product is damaged due to improper or abnormal use, abuse, mishandling, accident or improper maintenance or
failure to follow operating instruction;
b)
If the product is defective as a result of sand, dirt, or water damage;
c)
If any factory-sealed enclosure has been opened or shows evidence of an attempt to be opened;
d)
If defects or damage are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or unauthorized service;
e)
If the product has had its serial numbers altered or removed.
Warranty repair form must be accompanied by proof of user's purchase of unit. Product must be shipped to the manufacturer at the
following address:
Electronic Systems Technology
415 North Quay Street
Kennewick, Washington USA 99336
ADDITIONAL SERVICE:
If EST releases an improvement update to firmware internal to the ESTeem unit during the 90 day period after the unit was
purchased by the first user/customer, EST will update the applicable unit with the revised version at no charge other than for UPS
handling and shipping to and from your location to the EST factory. Return of any such item must be accompanied with proof of
purchase.
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC.
415 North Quay Street  Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone (509) 735-9092  Fax (509) 783-5475
Specifications subject to change without notice
www.esteem.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 – Introduction
Before You Begin
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Model 195C/M Overview
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Model 195C/M Configuration Modes
Access Point Modes
Access Point Repeater
Self-Healing Mesh Network
Station Modes
RS-232 Serial Applications
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CHAPTER 2 – Starting Out
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Three Configuration Phases
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Modes of Operation Description and Examples
Ethernet Bridge Mode
Router Modes
Mobile Client Modes
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Programming Examples
Using ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility
Example 1 – Point to Point Ethernet Bridge
Example 2 – Point to Point Ethernet Bridge with Repeater
Example 3 – Point to Multipoint with Mesh Repeater
Example 4 – Point to Multipoint Router Mode
Example 5 – Mobile Client Mode
Example 6 – Access Point Mode
Router Addressing Examples
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Model 195C/M Hardware Description
Front Panel Layout
Antenna Connection Overview
CHAPTER 3 – Example Applications
CHAPTER 4 – Utilities and Features
ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility
Using ESTeem Discovery Program
Using EtherStation Status Program
Setting Local Time 195C/M
Configuring Time Server
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
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CHAPTER 5 – Web Configuration
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Logging Into Web Configuration Manager
Web Configuration Manager
Top Menu
Setting ModemID Field
Status Menu
System Log Screen
Setup Screen
Advanced Configuration Screen
Backup Screen
Restore Screen
Software Update
System Reboot
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5-7
5-8
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CHAPTER 6 – Serial Configuration and Applications
Using USB Programming Port
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Using RS-232 Data Port
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CHAPTER 7 – Repeating and Mesh Networking
ESTeem Mesh Network
Configuration
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Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
Spanning Tree Protocols (STP)
Overview
Phases
Priority and Path Cost
Root Bridge
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Redundant Backup
Redundant Master Configuration
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CHAPTER 8 – Antenna Setups
Antenna and Cable Configurations
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Weatherproofing Coaxial Cable Connections
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APPENDIX A – FCC Information
APPENDIX B – Interface Ports
Ethernet Interface
RS-232 Data Port Pin-Out
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APPENDIX C – Radio Configuration
Frequency of Operation
Average RF Output Power
APPENDIX E – Troubleshooting
Testing Communication Link
Viewing RF Data Rates
Signal Strength vs Data Rates
Setting Maximum Distance Value
Troubleshooting Tips
APPENDIX F – 195C/M Specifications
195C/M Specifications
Case Layout
Antenna Specifications
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INTRODUCTION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the ESTeem Model 195C or
195M Wireless Radio Modem! This manual was written to help both the first
time and advanced user of the 195C/M to configure the wireless modem for your
application. If this is your first time configuring the 195C/M and you would like
to get going as soon as possible, we recommend using the ESTeem Resource CD
provided with the modem. The Resource CD will provide the software utilities
and guide you through the configuration of the wireless modem for your
application.
Figure 1: ESTeem Model 195C/M Series
The ESTeem 195C/M wireless modems are programmed through their Ethernet
interface. To keep the manual usably short, many of the application descriptions and programming details assume the user has
a good working knowledge of the following network concepts:
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Throughout this User’s Manual are
General Ethernet networking and the configuration of LAN topologies
“Technical Tips” in boxes like this that
Common Ethernet terminology and acronyms
have been added to help answer the
TCP/IP network protocol structure and how to configure TCP/IP networks
most commonly asked questions.
and subnets
How to identify and set the TCP/IP address on your computer
Have administrator privileges to the computer and network you are configuring
If using routing protocols, you must be able to identify and configure the network routers, gateways and firewalls
You must be familiar with using web browser software such as Internet Explorer, Chrome or Firefox
If you are unfamiliar with any of the above networking concepts, you may need to contact your network administrator for
assistance.
MODEL 195C/M OVERVIEW
The ESTeem Model 195C and 195M are wireless modem transceivers that can be
used to build many types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). The ESTeem
195C/M series have multiple serial (RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485), Ethernet and
4/20mA sensor interfaces. The Model 195C and 195M can be configured for
multiple modes of operation depending upon the needs of the wireless and wired
network. The following interface configurations are provided as an overview of the
basic network types, as all possible network configurations can not be listed. For
further help in selecting the correct network type, please refer to Chapter 3 of this
User’s Manual or call Customer Support at 509-735-9092.
SERIAL APPLICATIONS
A Model 195C/M can be configured for point-to-point, multipoint or PLC
emulations without any changes to the hardware. The following are brief
descriptions of the Serial Device Interface (SDI) configuration modes. For detailed
descriptions and suggested applications for each mode, please refer to Chapter 3.
Serial Applications
Figure 2 – Pole Mount Configuration
RS-232 – The ESTeem 195C and 195M have two (2) RS-232 data ports. One RS-232 port (Port 4) is available for use when the
ESTeem 195C/M is remote pole mounted (Figure 2), but only supports the basic three wire (Transmit, Receive and Ground)
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connection without any handshaking. The second RS-232 port (Port 3) has full hardware handshaking through the request to send
(RTS) and clear to send (CTS) lines. Both ports are software configurable from 2,400 to 115,000 bps.
RS-422 – The ESTeem 195C and 195M have a single RS-422 data port (Port 2). The RS-422 data port is shared on the front
panel with the 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface. The RS-422 interface is good for long distances to 4,000 feet at bauds rate
software configurable from 2,400 to 115,000 bps.
RS-485 – The ESTeems have a single, two-wire RS-485 data port (Port 1). The RS-485 data port is shared on the front panel with
the 4/20mA sensors. The RS-485 interface is good for long distances to 4,000 feet at baud rates software configurable from 2,400
to 115,000 bps.
ETHERNET APPLICATIONS
The ESTeem 195C and 195M have a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface (Port 2) that is used as both a data port and the primary
programming port. When the Ethernet port is used as a data port there are two modes of operation. The primary use will be as a
slow speed (9,600 bps) Ethernet bridge to remote locations to gather data from remote Ethernet devices. The secondary mode of
operation is to configure the Ethernet port as a TCP or UDP Socket and write custom software applications to access the data port.
Each of these modes of operation are described in detail in Chapter 5.
SENSOR APPLICATIONS
The ESTeem 195C and 195M have four (4) independent configurable 4/20mA sensor inputs. The sensor inputs can be read from
the 195C/M though either their ModbusTCP address or through a serial software command. These values can be read either
locally our through the wireless network.
LEGACY - MODEL 192 APPLICATIONS
The ESTeem 195C can be integrated with our legacy ESTeem Model 192C or Model 192CHP, while the 195M can be integrated
with Models 192M or 192MHP networks. There is a specific procedure to follow when integrating the new 195C or 195M in an
existing network that can be found in Appendix C of this User’s Manual.
To begin setup of your wireless Ethernet network, continue to Chapter 2 - Staring Out of this User’s Manual.
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OVERVIEW
There are three main phases to prepare the ESTeem 195C or 195M for operation in a wireless network:
Phase 1 - Determine the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem in the wireless network. The ESTeem 195C/M have
multiple modes of operation and determining the correct mode of operation is the first step. Chapter 3 of this User’s Manual
details the modes of operation and applications where each would be used.
Phase 2 - Program the ESTeem for operation in the wireless network. Once the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem
has been determined, the 195C/M can be programmed for the wireless network. To simplify the programming of the Model
195C/M, ESTeem has created a software utility called the ESTeem 195 Narrow Band Configuration Tool which is used to
configure the wireless modem for use in the network. The ENC Utility can be installed from the ESTeem Resource Disk or from
the ESTeem web site (www.esteem.com). Chapter 6 (Utilities and Features) of this User’s Manual will guide you in the
installation of the software and detailed operating guide.
The ESTeem Model 195C/M can also be programmed through individual software commands listed in Appendix A (Software
Commands) of this User’s Manual.
Phase 3 - Install the ESTeem hardware and test communication. After the ESTeem Model 195C/M’s programming, install
the hardware in each remote location. Chapter 7 of this User’s Manual describes the antenna specifications, mounting options and
the configuration of the pole mounting hardware for the ESTeem. For instructions on testing and troubleshooting the wireless
link, refer to Chapter 6 (Utilities and Features).
MODEL 195C/M HARDWARE LAYOUT
To begin the configuration, unpack the ESTeem Model 195C/M shipping boxes and locate the items below for initial
configuration. Take a few minutes to inventory your equipment before you proceed. Report any missing or damaged items to
Customer Support (509-735-9092) as soon as possible. Each node in your ESTeem Model 195C/M’s network may have different
hardware components based upon the final installation location (i.e. Outdoor, Indoor, Point-to-point or Muti-Point). Antenna
types, cable lengths, power supplies may be different, but the following items will be required for basic setup:
Model 195C/M
AA109 Resource Disk
Antenna
(AA20C.1 Displayed)
Coax Cable
(Antenna to ESTeem
195C/M)
Power Supply
(AA179 Displayed)
Ethernet Cable
Note: Your accessory model numbers may vary from the above, but you will need to locate each of above items to continue
configuration.
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MODEL 195C/M HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
The following steps should be completed to begin configuration of the ESTeem Model 195C/M:
Technical Tips:
1.
Connect the antenna cable to the TNC connection on the ESTeem Model 195C/M (Figure 1).
2.
Connect the power supply and Ethernet cable to the ESTeem and proceed to Chapter 3 to
begin programming.
1. Configure the Model
195C/M prior to
mounting.
2. Attach antenna to the
Model 195C/M before
powering up.
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MODES OF OPERATION
The ESTeem Model 195C/M is a sophisticated wireless networking device that can be configured for multiple modes of
operation. Determining the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem is the first step in creating a reliable wireless network.
This chapter will explain each mode of operation, provide example applications and detailed programming information for
each mode. Please review the following modes of operations. If you do not see an example of your application, please contact
ESTeem support at 509-735-9092 for help in selecting your mode of operation.
Ethernet Bridge Mode (AP Bridge)
The most commonly used mode of operation with the ESTeem Model 195C/M is the Ethernet bridge mode. The Ethernet
bridge mode will connect two or more ESTeem 195C/M’s while passing all network traffic that arrives in both the wireless and
connected Ethernet ports; including all global network traffic (Figure 1). This mode will work in most wireless applications of
the 195C/M to wirelessly connect two or more remote Ethernet devices or networks. The Ethernet bridge mode is also used in
repeating (Figure 2) and in self-healing Mesh networks (Figure 3) for fixed (non mobile) applications.
Example Applications
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Building to building remote wireless LAN networks
Point to point wireless Ethernet communication devices
Multi-point wireless Ethernet networks
Remote Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) networks
Redundant, self-healing Mesh networks
Fixed locations with mobile ESTeem 195C/M’s
Applications Where Ethernet Bridge Mode Not Used
 Mobile applications (see Mobile Clients)
 Connections to large Ethernet traffic networks such as large office buildings or plant networks (see Router modes)
Figure 1: Point to Point Example
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Figure 2: Ethernet Bridge with Repeater
Figure 3: Multipoint Bridge with Mesh Networking
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Router Modes (AP Router and AP Masquerade)
The ESTeem 195C/M can be configured as a network router or network firewall between the Ethernet LAN connection and the
wireless network of remote locations. The router modes are used to limit the network traffic from a busy Ethernet network
connection to only those specific IP address used on the wireless network (see Figure 4). The Ethernet router mode (AP
Router) will allow bi-directional communication from the Ethernet LAN connection to the wireless network.
Example Applications
 Wireless Ethernet networks connected to large company or plant Ethernet LAN networks (AP Router)
 Wireless Ethernet networks with a requirement for network isolation from the plant or company network (AP Router)
 Shared Ethernet connection to direct Internet service (DSL, Cable, T1, etc.) (AP Masquerade)
Applications Where Ethernet Router Mode Not Used
 Mobile applications (see Mobile Clients)
 Simple network connections only using a single IP network subnet (see Ethernet Bridge modes)
Figure 4: Router Mode Example
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Mobile Client Modes (EtherStation, Station Router or Station Masquerade)
The ESTeem 195C/M can also be configured to function as a mobile client. The client modes allow the 195C/M to seamlessly
roam between fixed Access Points. The client modes will allow mobile Ethernet devices to connect to each other or to an
Ethernet LAN through the fixed AP (Figure 5).
The EtherStation mode is used to connect a single Ethernet device to the ESTeem 195C/M. If you are connecting the 195C/M
to multiple Ethernet devices in a mobile mode, the Station Router or Station Masquerade will be required. The Station Router
will allow bi-directional communication between the Ethernet devices connected to the 195C/M and the wireless network,
while the Station Masquerade will serve as a firewall on the Ethernet side.
Example Applications
 Mobile applications where the 195C/M will change links often between fixed Access Points
 Long range mobile client networks
 Public safety applications for police, fire and EMS
Applications Where Mobile Client Mode Not Used
 Fixed locations using Ethernet Bridging or Routing
 Wireless Ethernet networks with repeaters
 Mobile applications
Figure 5: Router Mode Example
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PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
Once the mode of operation for the ESTeem has been determined, you
are now ready to program the Model 195C/M for use. ESTeem has
created a simplified network programming utility call the ESTeem
Network Configuration (ENC) Utility. This ENC Utility will be used
in all the following programming examples. For detailed instructions
on installing the ENC Utility, please refer to the User’s Guide (found in
the ESTeem Resource CD or Utility program itself) or Chapter 4 of this
User’s Manual.
Technical Tip: The ENC Utility calculates the
wireless link information based upon exact
ESTeem serial numbers. The serial numbers
listed in the following examples are for example
only. Enter the correct ESTeem serial numbers
for your application.
Adding ESTeems to ENC Utility and Changing Name
Each of the example applications will use the following procedure to add and rename ESTeem 195C/M’s.
1.
Consult the ENC Utility’s User Guide on how the create a new wireless network. Once you have a blank network
configuration page (Figure 9), select ESTeem from the menu items to display the drop down menu, then select New>New
ESTeem.
Figure 9: Adding ESTeem to Blank ENC Configuration Page
2.
Enter in the ESTeem Model 195C/M serial numbers used for the
example (for example enter E-14000 in the Set Serial Number Box)
and press the OK button (Figure 10). The ENC Utility will look up
the ESTeem 195C/M’s serial number in the database and match the
correct Wireless LAN MAC (WLAN MAC) address to the modem.
This WLAN MAC address will be displayed above the modem
symbol on the screen (Figure 11).
Figure 10: Enter the Serial Number
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Figure 11: Main Office ESTeem 195C/M
3.
To change the name of the ESTeem 195C/M from the WLAN MAC address to “Main Office” (or any other location
name) to match the example configuration, Right-Mouse click on the ESTeem icon and select Change>Change Modem
ID (Figure 12). Enter “Main Office” in the pop-up window and select OK.
4.
Duplicate the above procedure for each ESTeem 195C/M added to the network.
Figure 12: Change Modem ID
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 1 (Figure 1)
Point to Point Ethernet Bridge
(2) ESTeem Model 195C/M
Serial Numbers: E-14000 (Main Office) and E-14001 (Remote Office)
1.
Add the two ESTeem Model 195C/Ms to the network using the above procedure. Once both ESTeem 195C/Ms are on
the configuration page, create a wireless link by
clinking on one of the two connection boxes and
dragging a line to the other modem (Figure 13).
5.
Verify both ESTeem modems are connected to
the same switch as the computer running the
ENC Utility and send the configuration to both
modems at the same time by selecting
ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send
Configuration to All ESTeems (Figure 14).
6.
Once the ENC Utility has downloaded the
configuration for both ESTeem 195C/Ms, the
status box around the ESTeems will change from
yellow to blue.
This indicates that the
configuration was completed successfully and
the ESTeem 195C/Ms are ready to be installed
in the application.
Figure 13: Create Wireless Link
Figure 14: Send Configuration to ESTeems
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 2 (Figure 2)
Point to Point with Repeater Ethernet Bridge
(3) ESTeem Model 195C/M
Serial Numbers:
E-14000 (Main Office)
E-14001 (Remote Office)
E-14002 (Repeater)
1.
Using the above procedure, enter the three
ESTeem 195C/Ms into the ENC Utility. Your
layout should appear like Figure 14.
2.
Move the ESTeem 195C/M icons on the screen
to simulate the layout of the diagram. Draw
connection lines between the modems to make
the wireless link in the same order as the
network layout (Figure 15).
3.
Figure 14: Example 2 Modems
Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to
the same switch as the computer running the ENC Utility and
send the configuration to both modems at the same time by Technical Tip: Although it does not matter
where the ESTeem icons are located on the
selecting ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send
Configuration to All ESTeems. Once the ENC Utility has screen, putting them in the same layout as the
downloaded the configuration for both ESTeem 195C/M’s, the application makes it easier to visually verify the
status box around the ESTeem‘s will change from yellow to network connections.
blue. This indicates that the configuration was completed
successfully and the ESTeem 195C/M’s are ready to be installed in the application.
Figure 15: Example 2 Layout
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Ethernet Bridge Mode Example 3 (Figure 3)
Point to Multipoint with Mesh Repeater Links
(6) ESTeem Model 195C/M
Serial Numbers:
E-14000 (Main Office)
E-14001 (Remote Office)
E-14002 (Repeater)
E-14003 (Remote Site 1)
E-14004 (Remote Site 2)
E-14005 (Remote Site 3)
1.
Using the above procedure for adding ESTeem
Model 195C/Ms, add the six ESTeem 195C/Ms for
this example and rename by location. Your layout
should appear like Figure 16.
2.
Move the ESTeem 195C/M icons on the screen to
simulate the layout of the diagram.
Draw Figure 16: Example 3 Modems
connection lines between the primary wireless
links modems in the same order as the network layout (Figure 17).
Figure 15: Example 2 Layout
3.
To create the backup link between Remote 1 and Remote 2 and the other backup link from Remote 2 to the Remote
Office, draw a wireless connection as you would on the primary link. Double-click on the line created. The Link Editor
box will be displayed (Figure 16). Any Path Length greater than 1 will display as a dashed line indicating a backup link
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Figure 16: Backup Link Configuration
in the repeater Mesh configuration (Figure 17). For detailed instruction on Mesh network configuration, refer to Chapter
7 of this User’s Manual.
4.
Verify all ESTeem modems are
connected to the same switch as
the computer running the ENC
Utility and send the configuration
to all modems at the same time
by selecting ESTeem>ESTeem
Configuration>Send
Configuration to All ESTeems.
Once the ENC Utility has
downloaded the configuration for
both ESTeem 195C/M’s, the
status box around the ESTeem‘s
will change from yellow to blue.
This
indicates
that
the
configuration was completed
successfully and the ESTeem
195C/M’s are ready to be
installed in the application.
Figure 17: Mesh Network Configuration
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Ethernet Router Mode Example (Figure 4)
Point to Multipoint Router Mode
(4) ESTeem Model 195C/M
Serial Numbers:
E-14000 (Router at Network)
E-14001 (Remote Site 1)
E-14002 (Remote Site 2)
E-14003 (Remote Site 3)
1.
Using the above procedure for adding ESTeem
Model 195C/Ms, add the four ESTeem
195C/Ms for this example and rename by
location. Your layout should appear like
Figure 18.
2.
Move the ESTeem 195C/M icons on the
screen to simulate the layout of the diagram.
Draw connection lines between the wireless
links modems in the same order as the network
layout (Figure 19).
Figure 18: Router Mode Example Modems
Figure 19: Router Example Layout
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3.
By default, the ENC Utility sets all ESTeem modems in AP Bridge
mode. To change the Plant Router ESTeem to AP Router mode, doubleclick on the icon to bring up the ESTeem Summary window and press
the Edit button (Figure 20).
4.
Change the Mode of Operation from AP Bridge to AP Router
(or Masquerade if desired) and press the Next button at the bottom of the
window (Figure 21).
Figure 20: ESTeem Summary Page
Figure 21: AP Router Configuration
5.
Continue through the configuration screens setting the AP Router
addressing to match the IP address ranges for your network. For
help with setting the router addressing please refer to Router Address
Examples later in this chapter. You will end on the screen in Figure
22. Press the Finish button to return to the configuration page.
6.
Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to the same switch as the
computer running the ENC Utility and send the configuration to all
modems at the same time by selecting ESTeem>ESTeem
Configuration>Send Configuration to All ESTeems. Once the ENC
Utility has downloaded the configuration for both ESTeem
195C/Ms, the status box around the ESTeems will change from
yellow to blue. This indicates that the configuration was completed
successfully and the ESTeem 195C/Ms are ready to be installed in
the application.
Figure 22: ESTeem Summary Page
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Mobile Client Mode Example (Figure 5)
EtherStation, Station Router and Station Masquerade Modes
(3) ESTeem Model 195C/M
Serial Numbers:
E-14000 (EtherStation)
E-14001 (Station Router)
E-14002 (Station Masquerade)
Setting the ESTeem for Mobile Client (station) mode with the ENC Utility is different than the
Bridge/Router or Access Point (AP) modes. ESTeem modems configured in as a Mobile Client
will not link with a specific fixed modem; but will roam between any 802.11 Access Point with the
correct Network Name (SSID) and Encryption. The ESTeem configured as a client is also not set
on a specific operating frequency (channel) but will scan all channels looking for the AP. Use the
following procedure to configure an ESTeem 195C/M in one of the three mobile client modes:
1.
Starting a new network of ESTeem 195C/Ms in Mobile
Client mode is the same as any of the Bridge modes
except when you are asked for the frequency (channel)
of operation, select “Station” (Figure 23).
2.
Add the three mobile client modems to the ENC Utility
configuration page as instructed above and set the
Modem ID to match the three modes of operation.
Your configuration will appear as in Figure 24.
Figure 23: Station
Technical Tip: The ESTeem 195C/M’s in
Mobile Client modes do not have a specific
frequency of operation as can be seen in Figure
24.
EtherStation
Figure 24: Station Mode Example Modems
3.
By default, the ENC Utility sets all station mode ESTeem modems
to EtherStation mode. The only adjustment necessary to the
EtherStation modem in our example is to enter the connected
Ethernet device’s MAC address. The ESTeem 195C/M will
“clone” the Ethernet MAC address of the connected Ethernet
device. To configure the EtherStation modem, double-click on the
icon to bring up the ESTeem Summary window and press the Edit
button (Figure 20).
4.
EtherStation mode should be selected in the Mode of Operation.
Press the Next button at the bottom of the window to continue.
Enter the connected Ethernet device’s MAC address in the
“Device MAC Address” box (Figure 25) and press the Next button
at
the
bottom
of
the
window
to
continue.
5.
Verify the encryption settings are correct for the 802.11 AP
network in which the EtherStation modem will be working and
press the Finish button to return to the configuration page.
Figure 25: MAC Address Entry
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Station Router and Station Masquerade
6.
To configure the two other modems, double-click on their
icons to bring up the ESTeem Summary window and press
the Edit button (Figure 20).
7.
Select Station Router for E-14001 and Station Masquerade
for E-14002 in the Mode of Operation (Figure 26). Press
the Next button at the bottom of the window to continue.
8.
Continue through the configuration screens setting the
Station Router/Masquerade addressing to match the IP
address ranges for your network. For help with setting the
router addressing please refer to Router Address Examples
later in this chapter.
9.
Verify the encryption settings are correct for the 802.11 AP
network in which the EtherStation modem will be working
and press the Finish button to return to the configuration
page.
10. Verify all ESTeem modems are connected to the same Figure 26: Mode of Operation Selection
switch as the computer running the ENC Utility and send
the configuration to all modems at the same time by
selecting ESTeem>ESTeem Configuration>Send Configuration to All ESTeems. Once the ENC Utility has downloaded
the configuration for both ESTeem 195C/Ms, the status box around the ESTeems will change from yellow to blue. This
indicates that the configuration was completed successfully and the ESTeem 195C/Ms are ready to be installed in the
application.
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ROUTER ADDRESSING EXAMPLES
The following are examples of the IP addressing and subnets required for the ESTeem Router modes.
Point to Point Access Point Router to Station Router
Figure 27: AP Router Addressing Example
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Stand-Alone Access Point Router and Single Station Router
Computer
IP Address = 172.17.1.1
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.17.1.6
ESTeem 195C/M in Access Point
Router Mode
Ethernet IP Address = 172.17.1.6
Wireless IP Address 172.16.1.6
Netmask = 255.255.0.0
Default Route = 172.17.1.6
Note: Wireless Networks and
Station Devices Must Be on
Separate Subnets
Static Routes
Routes for 172.18.0.0 network use
gateway 172.16.2.20
ESTeem 195C/M in
Station Router Mode
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Wireless IP Address
172.16.2.20
Ethernet IP Address
172.18.2.20
Gateway(Route)
172.16.1.6
Connected Ethernet Devices
IP Address 172.18.X.X
Netmask 255.255.0.0
Gateway (Route) =
172.18.2.20
Figure 28: Station Router Addressing Example
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Stand-Alone Access Point Router with Multiple Station Routers
Figure 29: Complete Router Addressing Example
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REPEATING FEATURES
When programmed in any of the three Access Point (AP) Repeater Modes, the Model 195C/M will create a wireless network with
other Model 195C/M units in radio range that are programmed in the AP Repeater Peer table during setup. This feature adds the
increased functionality of repeaters to the typical Ethernet Bridge configuration.
ESTEEM MESH NETWORK
One of the most powerful features of the AP Repeater Mode is the ability to input multiple communication routes and designate
the priority for each of these routes to create a wireless Mesh network. The ESTeem Model 195C/M will automatically change
communication routes in the network if a route has failed. The new route will be based upon the priority level set during
configuration. This wireless Meshing technology allows the RF network to “self-heal” if any of the communication paths fail.
The routing priority is manually set during the configuration of the 195C/M. A manual path configuration is far superior to
standard “self-discovery” networks, because you have direct control over the best RF paths and can easily identify any failed
routes for easy troubleshooting. For example, Figure 1 shows a typical wireless Ethernet system used in the Water/Waste Water
Industry. The problem with a standard “self-discovery” Mesh network is the selection of routes. Notice that the communication
between the Water Plant (Site A) and Pump Site D has a marginal link, but it is the most direct route between the Ethernet devices.
This scenario poses the question, which path will the network select? The ESTeem Mesh Network takes out the guessing games
by allowing the user to select and prioritize all communication routes in the system. In our example we would want the primary
link to go through Tank B (Repeater) and use the direct link only if this primary link fails. The following sections will show how
this completed.
Figure 1: Small Mesh Network Diagram
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Configuration
The configuration of the repeater paths is completed during setup of the Access Point modes. All three Access Point modes
support repeating and Meshing features. The Mesh network configuration using the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC)
Utility is shown in detail in Chapter 3 of this User’s Manual.
Figure 2: Repeater Configuration Example
You can also configure the Mesh networking directly through the web configuration setup (Chapter 5). Figure 2 shows an
example repeater peer table from the setup menus. For an ESTeem 195C/M to communicate with another ESTeem 195C/M,
select Yes must at Enable Repeater Capability. Next, the Wireless LAN (WLAN) MAC address of each Model 195C/M that will
have direct communications must be added to the Repeater Peer List. Finally, enabling the link allows the corresponding 195C/M
to be included in the communication routing. Mobile clients do not require input in the repeater peer table. If multiple Mesh routes
are configured, you will also need to set the values for Priority and Path Costs (explained in Spanning Tree below). For multiple
examples of repeater configurations, please refer to Chapter 3 of this user’s manual.
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RAPID SPANNING TREE PROTOCOL (RSTP)
The ESTeem Model 195C/M uses Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP - IEEE 802.1d) to determine the radio routing structure of
the wireless network. This RSTP functions the same as standard Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) listed below, but the network
recovery is three times faster. If the 195C/M is used in a network that has any older STP only modems, the entire network will be
STP.
SPANNING TREE PROTOCOL (STP)
The ESTeem Model 195C/M uses standard Ethernet Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) or Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) to
determine the radio routing structure of the wireless network. The primary purpose of STP/RSTP is to make sure that “network
loops” are not created. A network loop is having two communication paths to the same destination where the remote device would
receive the same data multiple times. If there were no way to control the data flow, this data would be constantly passed around
this loop causing a “packet storm” that would shut down the entire network. The Spanning Tree Protocol will block all these
redundant links.
Figure 3: Programming Example #1 Diagram
The STP operation begins by determining which Ethernet device on the network will be the Root Bridge. All Ethernet networks
have a Root Bridge that is selected by the lowest MAC address. All path costs are evaluated against this Root Bridge device to
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determine routing and which paths will be blocked. On a wired Ethernet network, the location of the Root Bridge is not really
important, but in a wireless network selection of the Root Bridge is critical to the wireless network routing. Let’s use one of the
Example network diagrams from Chapter 3 to continue the discussion (Figure 4).
STP Phases
The following sections describe the process of the STP in the ESTeem Model 195C/M as how it would happen in the above
example.
Learning Phase - Once properly configured, each Model 195C/M will begin to search out the other Model 195C/M units in radio
range that are programmed in the AP Repeater Peer table. All Model 195C/M’s will calculate their routes to every Model 195C/M
in the network based upon the lowest “path length” to the Root Bridge. Path length is the total number of wireless links (repeater
peer links) to transmit a packet through the wireless network to the Root Bridge. Note: The Root Bridge in a network should be
the Model 195C/M where the majority of the data flow is processed. In every wireless network of two or more radios, the Root
Bridge should be user defined. If not defined, the ESTeem 195C/M with the lowest MAC address will be designated as the Root
Bridge.
In Figure 4, the Plant network (Example 1) is the most logical location for the Root Bridge based upon the amount of data flow.
Setting this site as the root bridge is discussed below in Root Bridge.
Blocking and Forwarding Phase – To ensure you do not have a network loop situation due to redundant paths in your wireless
network, the Model 195C/M will recognize and disable (block) one or more redundant links and provide back up links should the
primary link fail. This establishes a wireless mesh network with a series of forwarding links, based upon the shortest path length to
the Root Bridge.
For example, looking at Figure 4, the Remote Building has two routes to the Root Bridge (Plant Network – Example #1); directly
to the site and through the repeater. The direct link between the two sites is the shortest route (lowest Path Length) and will be
selected as the primary route unless overridden by manually changing the Path Length in the configuration.
Path Length
If more than one communication path to the Root Bridge is found, the 195C/M must determine which route to take based upon the
lowest Path Length. The default path length to all links in the 195C/M network is 1. If the Path Lengths are equal then the lowest
MAC address will determine the priority route. In the ESTeem Mesh Network we want to directly control all data flow so do not
want the routes to be automatically determined.
Looking again at our Example in Figure 4, if we made no changes to the default path length of 1 (note values in Figure 3) the
lowest path cost would be direct from the Remote Building to the Root Bridge (Plant Network).
Link Description
Direct from Remote Building
Remote Build to Root Bridge Through
Repeater
Total Path Length
(Length 1 to repeater + Length 1 to Master = 2)
To configure the 195C/M to select the repeater as the primary radio path, set the path length value for the direct link greater than 2
(such as a value of 3) to make this the primary radio path. The lowest path length will identify the highest priority. The Model
195C/M will use this routing, but also switch to direct communication if the repeater were to disappear.
Root Bridge
In any Access Point Repeater network consisting of more than two sites, one Model 195C/M should be designated as the Root
Bridge. Only one Model 195C/M can be designated as the Root Bridge in a given network and should be located where the
majority of the Ethernet data flow is processed. This site may be the Master location in a SCADA network or could be configured
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at a repeater site. Selection is important because all Model 195C/M’s NOT configured as the Root Bridge will choose routing
based upon the Path Length to the Root Bridge. If you have any question as to which site in your AP Repeater application should
be the Root Bridge, contact ESTeem Customer Support at 509-735-9092 or e-mail your application to support@esteem.com.
The Root Bridge will be selected in one of two ways: the Root Bridge can be manually set (recommended) during the
configuration of the Repeater Peer table (Figure 3) or the Root Bridge designation will default to the lowest MAC address of all
the Model 195C/M’s in the network. The manual Root Bridge configuration is located in the “Advanced Settings” section.
Redundant Backup
The ESTeem Model 195C/M configured in Access Point
Repeater mode will automatically function as a redundant
backup if two Model 195C/M’s are installed at the same location
(Figure 4). If two Model 195C/M’s are connected to the same
switch, one of the Model 195C/M’s will be Blocked when the
Spanning Tree Protocol is completed. The network will
continue to use this route until any problem with the original
Model 195C/M is detected and the second Model 195C/M will
begin operation at that site.
Redundant Master Configuration
The configuration in Figure 4 will also provide a redundant
backup for the Master Site (Root Bridge). Configure both Model
195C/M’s as Root Bridges (see above) giving the primary Root
Figure 4: Redundant Backup Diagram
Bridge a value of 1 and the secondary Root Bridge a value of 2.
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USING THE USB PROGRAMMING PORT
Any terminal emulation program can be used for this configuration of the ESTeem 195C/M through the USB port. Most
Windows users will probably use either Hyper Terminal or the Terminal Emulation in the ESTeem Utility program.
Programming Using the USB Port
1. When configuring the Model 195C/M for the first time you can use the ESTeem Configuration Menu to setup the basic
operating parameters such as assigning the IP Address, IP Net Mask, and Gateway IP Address.
2. Connect the USB cable between the USB connector on the Model 195C/M to an open USB port on the computer.
3. Plug the Model AA174 power supply into a wall socket and connect an Ethernet patch cable from the Model 195C/M Ethernet
port to the J1 (Data&PWR) port on the power supply. The Power LED on the front of the ESTeem should be illuminated.
4. If your computer is configured properly, you will see the ESTeem Model 195C/M booting sequence on your Terminal
Emulation program. Once the ESTeem boot sequence is complete (approximately 45 seconds) you will receive this message:
“Please press Enter to active this console.”
If you don’t see this message press the Reset button on the front panel of the Model 195C/M and/or check the programming
of your RS-232 port.
5. Press the Enter key and you will be at the Configuration Menu 195C/M login prompt. See Figure 1.
6. To enter the Model 195C/M Main Menu you will need to log into the system with a login name and password.
7. If this is not the first time configuration of the Model 195C/M, see your network systems administrator for the password.
8. At the 195C/M login prompt type admin for the login name and press the Enter key (). The login name is defined at
the factory and is not changeable by the user. Note that all characters are lower case.
If this is the first time the Model 195C/M has been programmed or the Password was not changed from the factory default values,
the factory default password is also admin. Enter admin for the password and press the Enter key (). The ESTeem
Configuration Welcome Screen (Figure 2) will now be displayed. Note that all characters are lower case.
Figure 1: RS-232 Port Log-in Screen
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9.
To set the IP address in the ESTeem 195C/M, type the letter “A” and press the Enter key. Enter the value for the IP address,
Netmask and default route pressing the Enter key after each entry.
Figure 2: RS-232 Welcome Screen
10.
After the basic parameters have been entered into the Model 195C/M you will need to commit the changes to the Model
195C/M (Figure 3). Press the C key and then Enter. The changes will be saved to flash memory. You can use
programming features in the ESTeem Web Configuration Manager to configure the unit for your application.
Figure 3: RS-232 Welcome Screen
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USING THE RS-232 DATA PORT
The ESTeem 195C/M has a serial data port that can provide RS-232 communication between two or more serial devices using the
wireless broadband link. The serial data is encapsulated and transferred as a standard Ethernet packet over an operating 195C/M
wireless Ethernet system. The configuration for a serial 195C/M network will be the same as an Ethernet or a serial (RS-232)
based communication network.
The serial interface option can be used to link two or more serial devices in a new or existing system. The serial data has very little
impact on the network bandwidth and will allow for both Ethernet and serial applications simultaneously. A possible application
would be installation of the 195C/M in an existing serial based network that was looking for future upgrade to an Ethernet based
system. Another would be using the high-bandwidth Ethernet connections to provide a link to remote video hardware while also
providing a serial link to the existing PLC in a SCADA type application.
SERIAL CONNECTIONS
The 9-pin Sub-D serial data port is located on the face of the
195C/M (Figure 4). Using the ESTeem AA062 interface
cable, the 195C/M can be connected to a standard DTE-device
(PC) with a male 9-pin Sub-D connector. The complete cable
configuration is available in Appendix C – Interface Ports.
SERIAL CONFIGURATION
Configuration of the serial port is completed during the
standard setup of the 195C/M. After completion of the
Repeater Peer configuration screen, the Serial Port Setup
screen (Figure 5) will be displayed. Each section in the Serial
Port Setup screen is described in detail with the following:
Figure 4: 195C/M Front Panel Overview
Enable the RS-232 Data Port
Enabling the serial data port allows the modem to send RS-232 data over the broadband wireless connection established with the
ESTeem repeater peers. The modem can be configured in a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint system. Select Yes if you wish to
enable the serial data port.
Mode of Operation
There are two distinct modes of operation for the serial port in the 195C/M. The Redirector mode will provide two-way serial
communication between two or more serial devices, while the Terminal Server mode will allow serial communication to a specific
remote site by connecting through telnet or SSH. Select one of the following modes of operation:
Full Redirector Mode - This mode allows bi-directional RS-232 data communication with other ESTeem Model 195C/M’s. The
RS-232 data transmission will appear transparent to the connected devices as if a serial cable is connected between the two ports.
This mode will also be used in a multi-point serial network were all serial devices will need bi-directional communication (Figure
6).
Terminal Server Mode - This mode of operation translates RS-232 serial data into a network-oriented terminal protocol, such as
telnet or SSH. This mode would be selected if an interactive RS-232 session at remote locations is desired over the wireless
Ethernet link.
Baud Rate
Select the data rate of the RS-232 connection to match your serial device.
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Figure 5: Serial Configuration Screen
Data Bits
Select the number of data bits on the RS-232 connection to match your serial device.
Stop Bits
Select the number of stop bits on the RS-232 connection to match your serial device.
Parity
Select the parity of the RS-232 connection to match your serial device.
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Flow Control
Select the type of data flow control used on the RS-232 connection. The ESTeem can support Hardware flow control (RTS/CTS
control lines) or Software Flow Control (XON/XOFF). Select None if no serial flow control is necessary.
Maximum Bridge Links for Multicast Packets
This value sets the maximum number of Ethernet bridge links that the multicast packets will be sent through when used in a multipoint system. A multi-point serial network uses multicast packets (UDP) to send the data to more than one remote ESTeem. You
want to limit the number of network bridge links that these UDP packets will be passed through to make the network more
efficient.
If you are using multiple ESTeem repeater links to send the serial data to remote locations, the value for the maximum bridge link
needs to be increased to a number greater than the longest repeater chain. For example, if you are using four repeater (peer) links
to send the serial data between two or more sites the number will need to be five (5) or greater (Figure 4).
Destination IP Address
The ESTeem configured for the correct destination IP and port number will send and receive the serial data from another modem.
Set the destination IP address for the ESTeem where the serial data will be sent. If sending to more than one ESTeem (Multipoint)
set to a multicast address (i.e 224.0.0.1).
Note: If you are using the ESTeem 195C/M in a multipoint application (multicast), you must have default Gateway configured
in the ESTeem set to the IP address of the Root Bridge modem.
Serial IP Port Number
The ESTeem configured for the correct destination IP and port number will send and receive the serial data from another modem.
Set the IP port numbers to match where the serial data will be sent. The serial data will not be sent if both the IP address and port
number is not correct.
Maximum Packet Size
This number represents the maximum size of the serial data packet in bytes. If the number of bytes of data in the serial port buffer
exceeds the maximum packet size before the timer or delimiter character is reached, the ESTeem will send forward the serial
packet. For example, if the maximum packet size is set to a value of 100, when the serial port receives 100 bytes the data will be
sent through the wireless connection.
Number of Milliseconds for Packetization
This number represents the time the ESTeem will hold data in the serial data buffer before sending to the remote ESTeem. This
feature is generally used if the serial data does not have a consistent packet length or delimiter character. For example, if the
number of milliseconds is set to a value of 10 the ESTeem will monitor the incoming serial data stream and any break in characters
longer than 10 milliseconds will cause the data will be sent through the wireless connection.
Delimiter Characters
Enabling and specifying a delimiter character will transmit the data in the serial buffer when the delimiter character is recognized
in the serial data stream. There are two unique delimiter characters that can be configured and enabled independently.
Terminal Server Control Lines
Enabling this feature will allow the ESTeem in the Terminal Server mode to read and generate modem control lines to the
connected device.
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Figure 6: Serial Full Redirector Example
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ESTeem Network Configuration Utility (ENC)
The ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility is a software program designed to greatly simplify the configuration of your
ESTeem Model 195C/M wireless Ethernet network. The ENC Utility will allow graphical, point-and-click configuration of your
network routing, then configure each ESTeem wireless modem for the network as designed (Figure 1). The ENC Utility will
eliminate the need to program or update each ESTeem wireless modem individually. The ENC Utility can send all wireless
modem configuration changes simultaneously to a new or existing network.
Figure 1: ESTeem Network Configuration Utility
The ENC Utility will be used for all wireless network programming in this User’s Manual. For detailed instructions on the use of
the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility please refer the ENC Utility User’s Guide available on the ESTeem Resource
CD or in the application itself.
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ESTEEM DISCOVERY UTILITY
The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to
configure the IP address on the Model 195C/M to
match your network regardless of its current IP subnet.
This utility will also allow you to update the software in
the 195C/M and open the web configuration for that
wireless modem.
Installation
To install the Discovery Utility on your computer,
insert the Resource Disk in your CD drive.
Note: The ESTeem Resource Disk is a stand-alone
copy of the ESTeem Web site (Figure 2). Figure 2: ESTeem Resource Main Page
Navigation of the Resource Disk is as simple as
using your web browser. All technical documentation, User’s Manuals and the ESTeem Utility Program are available on
the disk.
1.
Place the ESTeem Utility CD in your CD-ROM drive. The CD will auto load the ESTeem main page
Note: If the page does not auto load, open your web browser and set your address line to D:\index.html (Where D: is the drive
letter for your CD-ROM drive).
2.
From the Main Page select ESTeem Utilities and click on ESTeem Discovery Utility (Figure 3).
Figure 3: Discovery Utility Download
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Note: This program is saved in a compressed file format.
3.
Double click on the 195C/MDiscoverySetup.exe file listed in the window to install the program.
Figure 4: Discovery Program Main Page
4.
Connect the Model 195C/M to your computer either directly to the Ethernet card or through a HUB/Switch using a CAT-5e
Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port on the 195C/M supports Auto-Negotiation, so either a patch cable or crossover cable will
work. Open the ESTeem Discovery Program and press the Discover Modems button. The Model 195C/M will be displayed
in the program by the Ethernet MAC address and Current IP Address (Figure 4).
Note: The SSID, Mode of Operation and Modem ID will be adjusted through the ENC Utility or the Web Configuration
Manager...
5.
Double-click on the 195C/M you want to program and the Configure IP Address window will be displayed (Figure 5). Enter
an IP address and Subnet Mask for the 195C/M that matches your network subnet and press the OK button to save this to the
ESTeem. You will receive notification that the Configuration was Successful and the 195C/M will reboot.
Figure 5: Change IP Address Window
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Firmware Updates
To update firmware on any ESTeem Model 195 that is shown on the Discovery program, “right-mouse” click on the 195’s MAC
address and select Update from the menu (Figure 6). Once you locate the update file, select the Open button and the 195 will
update, validate and then reboot with the updated operating system.
Figure 6: Discovery Features Menu
Opening Web Browser
To quickly open a web browser page to the IP address programmed in the 195 modem, “right-mouse” click on the 195’s MAC
address and select Open Browser from the menu (Figure 6). If your computer is configured for the same IP subnet at the ESTeem
195 wireless modem, you will be asked to sign in with the Username and Password (Figure 7). You can now begin programming
the Model 195 for your application.
Figure 7: ESTeem Web Page Log-on Screen
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ETHERSTATION STATUS PROGRAM
When configured for EtherStation mode, the Web Configuration Manger is turned off. To gather information from the 195C/M
on Access Point, link status and received signal strength you will need to install the ESTeem 195C/M Status Utility. The
EtherStation Status Utility version 2.0.0.0 or greater provides a new feature that will automatically program the connected ESTeem
195C/M to match up with the computer running the software. This software requires the ESTeem 195C/M to have software
version 302.8.102 or greater installed for this feature to function.
This software program is found on the AA109 Resources Disk or available from the ESTeem web site. To install the utility,
please complete the following:
Installation
The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to configure the IP address on the Model 195C/M to match your network. Install
the Discovery Utility on your computer by inserting the Resource Disk in your CD drive.
Note: The ESTeem Resource Disk is a stand-alone copy of the ESTeem Web site (Figure 1). Navigation of the Resource Disk is
as simple as using your web browser. All technical documentation, User’s Manuals and the ESTeem Utility Program are
available on the disk.
1.
Place the ESTeem Utility CD in your CD-ROM drive. The CD will auto load the ESTeem main page.
Note: If the page does not auto load, open your web browser and set your address line to D:\index.html (Where D: is the drive
letter for your CD-ROM drive).
2.
From the Main Page select ESTeem Utilities and click on EtherStation Status Utility
Note: This program is saved in a compressed file format. Microsoft Windows XP® will open the file directly, but other operating
systems will require a common compression program such as WinZip available for download at http://www.winzip.com
3.
Double click on the 195C/MStatusSetup.exe file listed in the window to install the program.
4.
Connect the Model 195C/M to your computer either directly to the Ethernet card or through a Switch using a CAT-5e
Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port on the 195C/M supports Auto-Negotiation so either a patch cable or crossover cable will
work. Open the ESTeem Status Program. Status icons will appear in your system tray (Figure 8). When the status menu is
opened from the system tray, the status window will be
displayed (Figure 8) to show the Access Point MAC
address and signal strength. The tray icon and Signal
Strength bar will display the colors from Green, Yellow
to Red on progressively poorer signal or will show Grey
if roaming.
Note: This Utility will only operate with an ESTeem Model
195C/M in EtherStation mode.
Figure 8: EtherStation Status Program
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SETTING LOCAL TIME
The ESTeem Model 195C/M will be shipped from the factory with the internal real-time clock set to Pacific Time. To change the
clock settings to the local time for accurate log file entries:
1.
Select Advanced from the top
Menu,
then
Wireless LAN
Settings>wlan0 device.
Press
the Next button (Figure 9).
2.
Select Global Settings>Set
System Time from the menu and
press the Next button to continue.
3.
Select the correct date and time
from the drop-down menus
(Figure 10) and press the Set
System Time button to save the
time to the real time clock.
Figure 9: Advanced Features Screen
Figure 10: Advanced Features Screen
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CONFIGURING TIME SERVER
Enabling NTP time synchronization services on the ESTeem 195C/M will allow usage of time services from upstream services to
keep the time on the system accurate.
To allow time synchronization, the Model 195C/M must be configured with the NTP Daemon enabled and the appropriate IP
address of the upstream network NTP server.
1.
Select Advanced from the menu items and Global Variables (Figure 11).
Figure 11: Advanced Settings Menu
2.
Press the Next button and Figure 11 will be displayed. At the bottom of the page are the NTP server configurations.
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3.
The NTP daemon is enabled by selecting YES for NTP ENABLE (Figure 12). When enabled, the NTP daemon will use
time services from upstream services to keep the time on this system accurate.
4.
Next, the NTP SERVICE ENABLE should be configured to “YES,” if you want to allow the system to provide NTP
service for clients wishing time synchronization (Figure 12).
Figure 12: NTP Settings
5.
The final step in configuring NTP services is to enter the IP address or the host name of the upstream NTP server.
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6.
Once configuration is complete, press the Return to Advanced button.
7.
To complete the configuration, select “Commit and Reboot.” The ESTeem 195C/M will now commit the configuration
changes and reboot. (Figure 13)
Figure 13: Advanced Settings Menu
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Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
The ESTeem 195C/M supports SNMP Version 1 (SNMPv1) and Version 2 (SNMPv2c) protocol. This protocol enables any
SNMP server to view the status of the wireless network while the system is in operation. The following are a list of the
Management Information Base (MIB) items that are supported in the ESTeem 195C/M and their MIB location:
MIB Name
MIB Directory Location
Notes
System Temperature
in C * 1000
Uptime
ModemID
Serial Number
Model
Firmware Version
System Mode
Free Memory
Idle CPU
EST-MIB::sysInternalTemp.0
HOST-RESOURCESMIB::hrSystemUptime.0
EST-MIB::sysIdentifier.0
EST-MIB::sysSerialNumber.0
EST-MIB::sysModel.0
EST-MIB::sysFirmwareRevision.0
EST-MIB::sysMode.0
UCD-SNMP-MIB::memTotalFree.0
UCD-SNMP-MIB::ssCpuIdle.0
[[ per-interface ]]
IP Address
Port Speed
Port Status
Mac Address
IF-MIB::ifAddress
IF-MIB::ifSpeed
IF-MIB::ifOperStatus
IF-MIB::ifPhysAddress
[[ per-wlandev entry ]]
Device Name
MAC Address
Mode
Frequency
Bandwidth
SSID
BSSID
Operational Rates
Basic Rates
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User-specified “nickname” for ESTeem
ESTeem serial number
ESTeem model number
Firmware revision
AP_BRIDGE/STA_ETHERSTA, etc
Total Free Memory
Percentage of CPU Idle
In bps
EST-MIB::wirelessDevicesNumber.0
EST-MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wName.1
ESTMIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wMacAddress.
EST-MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wMode.1
EST-MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wFreq.1
ESTMIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBandwidth.1
EST-MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wSSID.1
EST-MIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBSSID.1
ESTMIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wOpRates.1
ESTMIB::wirelessDeviceTable.1.wBasRates.1
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Wireless Port Identification
Name of device (wlan0 standard)
MAC address of WLAN port
Current Mode ap=access point, sta=station
mode and airscope
Frequency in MHz
Bandwidth (5, 10, or 20 MHz if used)
Service Set Identification
Basic Service Set Identification
List of RF Data Rates in Rate Set
List of RF Basic Rates for status messages
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[[ peer table entry ]]
EST-MIB::wirelessPeersNumber.0
wlan device
Peer MAC Address
isRepeater?
isAP?
isAssocSta?
isAdhoc?
Frequency
current rate set
last rx signal
last rx noise
BSSID
SSID
isValid?
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pDevice.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pMacAddr.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pRepeater.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAP.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAssoc.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pAdhoc.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pFreq.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurRates.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pSignal.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pNoise.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pBssid.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pSSID.1
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurrent.1
last rx
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pLastRxl.1
last tx
EST-MIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pLastTx.1
ESTMIB::wirelessPeerTable.1.pCurrentRate.1
current tx rate
All entries in the Peer Table will have a
device entry index, both ESTeem and
other wireless devices
Total number of peer entries in table
index into the wirelessDeviceTable (each
entry will have a unique number
MAC address of peer
Is the peer an ESTeem repeater
Is the peer an Access Point
Is the peer an Mobile Client
Is the peer an AdHoc Station (802.11 only)
Frequency in MHz
Current Operating Rates
Receive Signal in –dBm
Background Noise in –dBm
Basic Service Set ID (In Hex)
SSID in Text
True if peer info is for a “current” peer.
seconds since last received packet from
peer
seconds since last transmitted packet to
peer
current tx rate in bps.
Downloading MIB Tables
To download the MIB items listed above and import into your SNMP server, log into any ESTeem 195C/M and select the About
page (Figure 20). Press the Download MIB Files hyperlink on the page and save the files to your computer.
Figure 14: MIB Table Download
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CHAPTER 7
ANTENNA SETUPS
ESTeem offers different types of antennas ranging from ¼ wave to 5/8 wave in physical size. The user choice is dependent on the
application.
Communications in the VHF and UHF bands are normally over "Line of Sight (LOS)". Looking from the antenna of one wireless
modem you must be able to see the antenna of the wireless modem you wish to communicate with. If a large object obstructs the
line of sight view it is unlikely that satisfactory communications will result. This means you must relocate the antennas or use the
REPEATER FEATURE and a second modem to go over or around the object.
The Model 195C/MC products are allowed by the FCC to use high gain directional antennas.
It is noted that a ¼ wave antenna that does not have ground plane radials requires a ground plane to operate at maximum
efficiency. This can simply be a conducting surface under the antenna that is a ¼ wavelength in diameter. For the Model 195C
(450-470 MHz) this is approximately 6.5 inches. A conducting surface can be anything from the rooftop of an automobile to a file
cabinet.
COAXIAL CABLES
To minimize signal loss, the overall length of the coaxial cable should be as short as possible. To avoid corrosion select coaxial
cable manufacturers with tinned copper braid, where possible. Listed below are representative cable losses in db/100ft at the VHF
and UHF frequencies:
Frequency
(MHz)
150-174
402-420
450-470
RG-58u LMR 195
-5.2
-8.4
-9
-4.4
-7.8
-7.8
RG-8
(solid)
-1.7
-2.9
-3
LMR600
1/2" Heliax
-0.964
-1.72
-1.72
-0.88
-1.36
-1.45
In a severe noise environment it may be desirable to use a double shield type of coax cable such as RG-214/U.
Note:
Pre-made coax cables can be purchased from the factory. A -3 dB loss means you have lost 1/2 of your signal. A +3 dB
gain means you have doubled (x2) your signal.
Keep the antenna feedline as short as possible to minimize losses.
Extreme care must be taken when attaching coax connectors to the antenna feedlines. If there is any error in making
this connection the output of the transmitter will be greatly reduced.
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WEATHER PROOFING COAX CONNECTIONS
1.
2.
Lightly coat the threads of the connectors with silicone lubricant prior to assembly (See Note 1) and hand tighten.
Make sure to use the silicon sparingly so when assembled, any excess does not get on center conductor. Care
should be taken not to get any lubricant on the center conductor.
Wrap the connector assembly with a non-adhesive silicone tape, EST part number AA243, for weather proofing
(See Note 2 and instructions below).
a) Clean surface to be wrapped. Cut off length to be used.
b) Peel back a short length of protective film. Keep tape clean and dry.
c) Begin with one complete overlap of tape onto itself.
d) STRETCH CoaxWrap while continuing to wrap object with “half-laps”, removing clear film as you go (Figure
1). For greater pressure resistance, use 2 or more tightly wrapped layers.
e) End of tape at final wrap should be completely positioned onto itself.
Note: CoaxWrap’s bond begins to cure immediately upon contact with itself.
Repositioning or removal is not recommended after 2 minutes of wrapping.
3.
Apply an electrical coating (sealing agent), over the vapor barrier patch for added
protection (See Note 3).
NOTES:
1.
Dow Corning RTV-3140 or equivalent.
2.
CoaxWrap, CW10B or equivalent.
Figure 1: Installation Example
3.
SCOTCHKOTE, 3-M Company, or equivalent.
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APPENDIX A
SOFTWARE COMMANDS
195C/M FREQUENCIES OF OPERATION
In a wireless Ethernet network all of the ESTeem Model 195C/M must be set to the same radio frequency of operation. The
frequency of operation is selectable when configuring the mode of operation of the 195C/M (reference Chapter 3).
SETTING RF POWER LEVEL
The ESTeem Model 195C/M peak power is adjustable in output power from the advanced configuration menu. The output power
is adjusted on the Advanced Menu>Wireless LAN Settings>Wlan0 Device screen (Figure 4) of the Web Configuration
Manager. Select the value and press the Save Settings button.
Max (Maximum)
Hi (High)
Lo (Low)
Min (Minimum)
Full Power
75% Power
50% Power
25% Power
Figure 1: Advanced Global Variables
Figure 2: Power Level Settings
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INTERFACE PORTS
ETHERNET INTERFACE
The ESTeem Model 195C/M’s Ethernet Port is a Full and Half-Duplex Auto-negotiation interface supporting 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps
and 1Gbps (10/100/1000BaseT). The port is compatible with TIA/EIA-568B cable configuration (Figure 1).
Figure 1: Ethernet Pin Layout
RS-232C DATA PORT CONFIGURATION
The ESTeem Model 195C/M has a 9-pin RS-232C data interface on the front panel. See Chapter 6 for further information on
serial data port configuration. To interface the 195C/M to the serial port on the computer, you need serial cable with the following
pin-out:
ESTeem Model 195C/M
RS-232C Port Pin-Out Table
Function
DB-9
Pin No.
Data Set Ready (DSR)
Data Carrier Detect (DCD)
Data Terminal Ready (DTR) 4
Signal Ground (GND)
Receive Data (RxD)
Transmit Data (TxD)
Clear to Sent (CTS)
Request to Sent (RTS)
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TESTING COMMUNICATION LINK
After you have configured at least two of the Model 195C/M
wireless Ethernet modems for operation, you can verify
communication with each the following steps:
Status LED
Solid Red on Link
Status Light
The quickest source of link status is to view the Status Light
on the face of the 195C/M (Figure 1). If the Status light is
solid, the Model 195C/M has a connection to another Model
195C/M listed in the Peer Table.
Figure 1: Connection Status Light
Status Screen/Peer Table
To view detailed information on the status of the communication link (such as connection speed, signal strength and last update
time) you can open the Status Screen from the Web Interface. After press the Status tab at the top of the screen the Status:
Summary will be displayed showing the status of all ports and memory in the 195C/M. Under the Wireless Status heading click
on the View Peer Table (Figure 2). The Peer Table will list all other Wifi (195C/Mg and 195C/Ma only) or mobile client wireless
activity seen by the 195C/M and how it is classified.
Note: The data rate displayed is not necessarily indicative of the RF data rate between the ESTeems. The rate show in the
Repeater Peer table will be the last RF packet, which could consist of either data, repeater beacon or network
Opposite Modem’s Wireless MAC
Receive Signal Strength (dBm)
Last Packet Received
Peer Modem ID
Other Access Points
Figure 2: Repeater Peer Table
probes.
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Repeater Peers - The Peer Table will display all connected 195C/Ms configured to repeat to this ESTeem by their Wireless
(WLAN) MAC address.
Received Signal Strength – This is the first of the two numbers listed in the block. This signal strength value is listed in dBm.
Last RX – This is the time of the last received data packet. When monitoring the status menu, it is important to note the time the
last transmission was updated so you are not looking at “stale” data.
Current Data Rate – This is the current speed the last data packet received by the Model 195C/M. This may not be the data rate
between the radio modems. Note that the speed is listed in kbps, so that 11000 kbps is equal to 11 Mbps.
Note: The ESTeem Model 195C/M uses spread spectrum technology that analyzes each data packet for signal strength and data
quality (strength vs. noise). The higher your signal, the mare background noise you can sustain without causing
degradation in the data transfer. This is also true for lower signal strengths with a very low background noise. These
values are provided for guidance and if you have any questions about the values in your application, please contact
ESTeem Customer Support at 509-735-9092 or e-mail your application to support@esteem.com.
Modem ID – This is Modem ID for the opposite repeater peer.
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Viewing RF Data Rates
The value shown on the Peer Status Screen for data rate may not be the actual rate of the RF link. To view the link information,
click on the Opposite Modems WLAN MAC address in the Repeater Peer list (Figure 2) and further link status information will be
displayed (Figure 3).
Figure 3: Peer Summary Table
Once loaded, click on View Peer Rate Control Information. (Figure 4)
The value of the Current TX rate is the RF data rate between the two ESTeem Model 195C/M.
Figure 4: Rate Control Information
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SIGNAL STRENGTH VS DATA RATE
The average signal strength required to maintain a specific data rate will vary by ESTeem 195C/M model and bandwidth. To
review the required signal level and its effect from distance and hardware selected, please use the ESTeem RF Design program
available from our web site (www.esteem.com). Please note that the data rates can be greatly affected by overall activity on the
radio channel and the total background noise. These values should be used as a guide, but testing after installation is required.
LONG RANGE POINT TO POINT APPLICATIONS
The factory configuration on the 195C/M is optimized for distances up to 10 miles. If your application has an RF link with a range
greater than 10 miles, you will need to set the maximum range value on both ESTeem 195C/M’s on this communication link. To
access the Maximum Distance value select Advanced from the top Menu then Wireless LAN Settings>wlan0 device and press
the Next button (Figure 5).
Scroll down the menu list until you find the Maximum Distance variable (Figure 6). Enter the maximum distance of the
connection in miles. At the bottom of the screen press Return to Advanced button and then Commit and Reboot button (Figure
5) to save the information.
Figure 5: Advanced Features Screen
Figure 6: Maximum Distance Value Entry
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
General (Applicable to All Modes of Operation)
Where do I find the latest firmware version number? – We have the latest version number of the Model 195C/M firmware listed
on the ESTeem Web site (www.esteem.com) under the Model 195C/M product page.
How and when do I update the Model 195C/M firmware? - You should only update the Model 195C/M firmware if you are
having a specific problem and it is recommended that you do so by ESTeem Customer Support personnel. All the update
instructions and files are located on the ESTeem FTP site at the following address:
ftp://www.esteem.com/195C/M
Do all firmware versions have to be the same to communicate between the Model 195C/M? – It is not necessary for all the
firmware versions to be the same revision to communication, but the later version may have added features that the other versions
will not recognize.
What characters are valid for WEP Key entry? - Only the Hexadecimal characters 0-9 and A-F are valid for key entry.
What ESTeem Utility version is required to program the Model 195C/M? – The ESTeem Utility program is not required to
program the Model 195C/M. The 195C/M can be programmed using any Terminal Emulation program (such as Windows
HyperTerminal) and any web browser program.
What is the speed and duplex configuration on the Model 195C/M – The Model 195C/M is an auto-negotiation full/half-duplex
10/100 Base-T interface. Ether a cross-over or patch cable is supported.
Access Point Mode
Wireless LAN cards are not connecting – Verify that the wireless LAN cards are set to Infrastructure Mode, have a matching SSID
(or ESSIS) set the same as the Model 195C/M and that all encryption codes are the same.
My Wireless LAN card shows a solid connection, but I can not pass any data – Verify the encryption and the ACL setting on the
Model 195C/M match the wireless LAN card.
Access Point Repeater Mode
How long does it take to re-establish the Wireless Ethernet Network? - If a communication link is lost and the Wireless Network
needs to re-establish the repeater routes, the time can take up to 10 seconds.
Should the AP Repeater Mode be used on mobile equipment? - The AP Repeater mode should be used on equipment that will not
change the Repeater Route as it moves. For example, if a mobile device such as a crane can communicate directly to another
ESTeem and will not loose the link in its travel, the AP Repeater Mode could be used. If the device requires two ESTeem Model
195C/M’s (Base and Repeater) to maintain communication across its complete travel, the Station Modes should be used on the
mobile device. The problem will be in the time that the mobile ESTeem will take to transfer between the two sites. In Access
Point Repeater mode the transfer can take up to 30 seconds, while the EtherStation mode will transfer without a packet loss.
Does WEP have to be used? – The WEP does not have to be enabled for the modems to communicate, but all modems must be
configured the same way.
Correct configuration, but cannot establish communications. – In addition to the network configuration, all 195C/M modems
configured in the AP mode must share the same SSID and be on the same frequency channel. The most likely cause of the error is
the WLAN MAC address is not configured in both 195C/M’s repeater tables. If only one side is configured, everything will
appear to be correct but no communication will function.
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EtherStation
How do I access the Model 195C/M web page in EtherStation Mode? The Model 195C/M does not have an active web browser
when configured in EtherStation mode. You must access the ESTeem with the ESTeem Discovery Program or through the RS232 port after configuration in this mode. To monitor the link status, you can use the EtherStation Status program.
What IP address do I configure the ESTeem in EtherStation mode? – The Model 195C/M will not have an IP address in
EtherStation mode.
I can not link my device into the wireless network – Verify that the MAC address of the device is exactly the same as configured
in the Model 195C/M. The MAC address must have colons between the values.
Can I connect my Model 195C/M in EtherStation mode to a HUB or Ethernet Switch? – No. The modem must be connected
directly to the Ethernet device for which it is programmed. In EtherStation mode the Model 195C/M can only service ONE
Ethernet device.
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APPENDIX D
FCC INFORMATION
INFORMATION TO USERS
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generated, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their expense.
To insure compliance to FCC non-interference regulations, peripherals attached to this modem require shielded
I/O cables.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television, 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.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Re-orient the radio/TV-receiving antenna.
Re-orient the modem antenna.
Relocate the modem with respect to the radio/TV-receiving antenna.
Plug the power supply for the modem into a different outlet so that the modem and radio/TV receiver are on different
branch circuits.
Verify that the modem chassis is connected to an earth ground.
Attach a split bead (FAIR-RITE PN 2643164251) to the RS-232 cable.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additional suggestions. The user may
find the following booklet prepared by the FCC helpful.
"How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems"
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402 - Stock No. 004-000-00245-4.
Application forms for the license are available from the nearest office of the FCC.
Electronic Systems Technology maintains a list of consultants that provide professional services at a reasonable cost to assists
the users in licensing.
RF EXPOSURE WARNING: A minimum separation must be maintained between the user and nearby antenna at the
following distances:
EXPOSITION RF AVERTISSEMENT: Un minimum de séparation doit être maintenue entre l'utilisateur et à proximité antenne aux
distances suivantes:
Antenna AA19C:
Antenna AA20C.1:
Antenna AA202C:
1 meter (40 inches)
1.25 meters (50 inches)
2.5 meters (100 inches)
Antenna AA19M:
Antenna AA20M:
Antenna AA202M:
1 meter (40 inches)
2 meters (80 inches)
2 meters (80 inches)
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FCC INFORMATION
Type Acceptance and RF Emissions Information
Model 195C
12.5 KHz Channel Spacing, 9,600 bps
FCC Type Acceptance No: ENPESTEEM195C
12.5 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 8K59F1D
6.25 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 4K37F1D
Industry Canada Type Acceptance: 2163A-192195C
12.5 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 8K59F1DDN
6.25 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 4K37F1DDN
Model 195M
12.5 KHz Channel Spacing, 9,600 bps
FCC Type Acceptance No: ENPESTEEM195M
12.5 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 8K59F1D
6.25 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 4K37F1D
Industry Canada Type Acceptance: 2163A-192195M
12.5 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 8K59F1DDN
6.25 KHz Channel Emissions Designator: 4K37F1DDN
Revised: 24 Jan 14
APX D-2
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX D
FCC INFORMATION
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FIELD OFFICES
ALASKA
1011 E. Tudor Rd.
Rm 240 Box 2955
Anchorage, AK 99510
CALIFORNIA
Interstate Office Park
4542 Ruffner St., Room 370
San Diego, CA 92111-2216
Los Angeles Office (LA)
Ceritos Corporate Tower
18000 Studebaker Rd., Room 660
Cerritos, CA 90701-3684
San Francisco Office (SF)
5653 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 105
Pleasanton, CA 94588-8543
COLORADO
Denver Office (DV)
215 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 303
Lakewood, CO 80226-1544
FLORIDA
919 Federal Bldg
51 SE First Ave.
Miami, FL 33130
Tampa Office (TP)
2203 N. Lois Ave., Room 1215
Tampa, FL 33607-2356
ILLINOIS
Chicago Office (CG)
Park Ridge Office Ctr., Room 306
1550 Northwest Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068-1460
LOUISIANA
New Orleans Office (OR)
2424 Edenborn Ave. Suite 460
Metarie, LA 70001
OREGON
1782 Federal Building
1220 SW 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
MARYLAND
1017 Geo. Fallon
Building 31
Hopkins Plaza
Baltimore, MD
PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia Office (PA)
One Oxford Valley Office Bld.
Room 404
2300 E. Lincoln Hwy
Langhorne, PA 19047-1859
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston Office (BS)
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7495
PUERTO RICO
747 Federal Building
Carlo Chardon Ave.
Hato Rey, PR 00918
MICHIGAN
Detroit Office (DT)
24897 Hathaway Street
Farmington Hills, MI 48335-1552
TEXAS
Dallas Office (DL)
9330 LBJ Freeway, Room 1170
Dallas, TX 75243-3429
MINNESOTA
691 Federal Building
316 N Robert St.
St. Paul, MN
5636 Federal Building
515 Rusk Avenue
Houston, TX 77002
GEORGIA
Atlanta Office (AT)
3575 Koger Blvd., Suite 320
Duluth, GA 30096-4958
MISSOURI
Kansas City Office (KC)
520 NE Colbern Road
Second Floor
Lee’s Summit, MO 64086
HAWAII
7304 Prince Kuhi
Federal Building
Honolulu, HI
NEW YORK
1307 Federal Building
111 W. Huron
Buffalo, NY 14202
Revised: 24 Jan 14
NEW YORK
New York Office (NY)
201 Varick Street, Suite 1151
New York, NY 10014-4870
APX D-3
WASHINGTON DC
Columbia Office (CF)
9300 East Hampton Drive
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
WASHINGTON
Seattle Office (ST)
11410 NE 122nd Way
Room 312
Kirkland, WA 98034-6927
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX E
195C SPECIFICATIONS
ESTeem 195C Specifications
Transmiter/Receiver
Frequency of Operation (Software Selectable)
450 to 470 Mhz (6.25Khz / 12.5 Khz Channel Spacing)
Frequency Stability, -30C to +60C
+/- 1.5ppm
RF Data Rate @ 6.25Khz channel spacing
4.8Kbps
RF Data Rate @ 12.5Khz channel spacing
9.6Kbps
Tx Output Power (Software Adjustable)
0.5 to 4 Watts
Tx Output Impedance
50 ohms
Rx Sensitivity
-110 dBm
Rx Adjacent Channel Rejection
> 55 dB
Modulation
4-Level GFSK
Forward Error Correction
TCM, Coding Rate 3/4
Data Error Detection
32-Bit Cyclic Redundancy Check
FCC ID
ENPESTEEM195C
Industry Canada Type Acceptance
2163 192 195C
LED Indicators
Power (48VDC, 12V-Aux), Status Multi-Color LED (Tx, Rx, Rx-Valid, Rx-Error), RS232 Tx/Rx, RS-485 Tx/Rx, RS-422 Tx/Rx, Ethernet Activity / Link
Data Packet Information
Radio Addressing
1-254 Total Units, Digi-repeating allows up to 3 repeaters between end-points
Data Packet Size
1-2000 Bytes
Serial Data Interface Buffer Size
8Kbytes Tx / 8Kbytes Rx
Data Retry
Software Adjustable
Power Requirements
Receive / Without Ethernet Link
120 ma @ 12 VDC
Receive / With Ethernet Link
160 ma @ 12 VDC
Transmit @ 4 Watts RF Output
1540 ma @ 12 VDC
External 48 VDC Power Supply, EST P/N (tba)
30 Watts, RJ-45 Connector, Cat 5 Cable (300 Ft Maximum)
External DC Power Input
10.8 to 15 VDC
Input/Output Connectors
Ethernet Port (10/100)
RJ-45 Female
Serial Data Interfaces (One of four selectable)
Baud Rates 2400 to 115,200
1. RS-232 Port 1 (4-Wire) Tx,Tx-Gnd,Rx,Rx-Gnd
RJ-45 Female (Shared with 48VDC Port)
2. RS-232 Port 2 (With Handshaking Signals)
RJ-45 Female, Optional RJ-45 To DB9, 3-Wire Adaptor Available
3. RS-485 Port
RJ-45 (Shared With 4-20 mA Sensor Port)
4. RS-422 Port
RJ-45 (Shared With Ethernet Port)
4-20 mA I/O
RJ-45 Female (Shared With RS-485 Port)
Antenna Input/Output
TNC Female Connector
External DC Input Power
Mini-Combicon, 3 pin female
Protocols
Serial Data Interface, Master PLC mode protocols
supported by auto-digi-repeater function
Allen Bradley DF1, Opto22, Modbus RTU/ASCII, and Transparent protocols
Ethernet Interface protocols supported for remote
access via ARP proxy on Master Gateway Unit
ICMP Echo (ping), Modbus/TCP (Aux Voltage, 4-20mA readings, RSSI, MCU Core
Temperature), Remote Configuration
Ethernet Interface protocols (direct access only)
Telnet, IP Configuration, Firmware upgrades
Mechanical / Environmental
Temperature Range
-30° to +60° C
Humidity
95% Non-condensing
Dimensions
1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. L
Weight
1.25 lbs.
Product Warranty
1 Year
Options
Revised: 24 Jan 14
Outdoor Pole Mount Kit
AA195PM
48 VDC Power Supply
TBD
RJ-45 To DB9 Serial Adaptor
TBD
RJ-45 To Terminal Block Adaptor
TBD
Antennas/Surge Protectors/Cables, etc.
Contact factory for various options (market@esteem.com or 509-735-9092)
APX E-1
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX E
195C SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Antenna Envelope:
Weight:
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Antenna Envelope:
Weight:
Revised: 24 Jan 14
AA19C
Omni-Directional, ½ Wave
Mobile Mount.
450 to 470 MHz - AA19C
400 to 420 MHz - AA19F
Vertical
50 ohms
2 db.
< 2 to 1
n/a
n/a
60 degrees
Rubber duck whip.
Magnetic base.
TNC with 12 feet integral RG-58 cable.
16 in. length. Magnetic base 3.5 in. by 3 in by 1 in.
1 lb. 5 oz.
AA20C.1
Omni-Directional, DC grounded, Collinear 5/8 wave
over 1/2 wave.
Fixed base or mobile mounting. L shaped mounting bracket
may be removed for panel mounting. Ground plane radials
may be removed depending on application.
450 to 470 MHz - AA20C.1
Vertical
50 ohms
4.5 dB.
< 1.5
n/a
n/a
30 degrees
Stainless steel whip and ground plane radials. All other
hardware anodized metal.
Stainless steel clamps for mounting to ¾ in. to 1 /2 in. pipe
with right angle mount or direct mount.
N-Type Female
37 ½ in. length by 16 in width with ground plane radials.
2 lbs.
APX E-2
Model AA19C
Model AA20C.1
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX E
195C SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Maximum Power Input:
Antenna Envelope:
Windload (RWV):
Weight:
Revised: 24 Jan 14
AA202C & AA202F
Directional, DC grounded, 5 element yagi.
Fixed base.
450 to 470 MHz - AA202C
400 to 420 MHz - AA202F
Vertical or Horizontal
50 ohms
10 dB
< 1.5
20 dB
59 degrees
Model AA202C/F
53 degrees
High strength aluminum with gold chromate finish.
Heavy duty U bolts for mounting up to 2 1/8 in. pipe with right angle mount or direct panel
mount.
N-Type Female
300 Watts
34.5 in. length by 13.25 in. width
100 mph
1.68 lbs.
APX E-3
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX G
195M SPECIFICATIONS
ESTeem 195M Specifications
Transmiter/Receiver
Frequency of Operation (Software Selectable)
150 to 174 Mhz (6.25Khz / 12.5 Khz Channel Spacing)
Frequency Stability, -30C to +60C
+/- 1.5ppm
RF Data Rate @ 6.25Khz channel spacing
4.8Kbps
RF Data Rate @ 12.5Khz channel spacing
9.6Kbps
Tx Output Power (Software Adjustable)
0.5 to 4 Watts
Tx Output Impedance
50 ohms
Rx Sensitivity
-110 dBm
Rx Adjacent Channel Rejection
> 55 dB
Modulation
4-Level GFSK
Forward Error Correction
TCM, Coding Rate 3/4
Data Error Detection
32-Bit Cyclic Redundancy Check
FCC ID
ENPESTEEM195M
Industry Canada Type Acceptance
2163 192 195M
LED Indicators
Power (48VDC, 12V-Aux), Status Multi-Color LED (Tx, Rx, Rx-Valid, Rx-Error), RS232 Tx/Rx, RS-485 Tx/Rx, RS-422 Tx/Rx, Ethernet Activity / Link
Data Packet Information
Radio Addressing
1-254 Total Units, Digi-repeating allows up to 3 repeaters between end-points
Data Packet Size
1-2000 Bytes
Serial Data Interface Buffer Size
8K bytes Tx / 8K bytes Rx
Data Retry
Software Adjustable
Power Requirements
Receive / Without Ethernet Link
120 ma @ 12 VDC
Receive / With Ethernet Link
160 ma @ 12 VDC
Transmit @ 4 Watts RF Output
1540 ma @ 12 VDC
External 48 VDC Power Supply, EST P/N (tba)
30 Watts, RJ-45 Connector, Cat 5 Cable (300 Ft Maximum)
External DC Power Input
10.8 to 15 VDC
Input/Output Connectors
Ethernet Port (10/100)
Serial Data Interfaces (One of four selectable)
1. RS-232 Port 1 (4-Wire) Tx,Tx-Gnd,Rx,Rx-Gnd
RJ-45 Female
Baud Rates 2400 to 115,200
RJ-45 Female (Shared with 48VDC Port)
2. RS-232 Port 2 (With Handshaking Signals)
RJ-45 Female, Optional RJ-45 To DB9, 3-Wire Adaptor Available
3. RS-485 Port
RJ-45 (Shared With 4-20 mA Sensor Port)
4. RS-422 Port
RJ-45 (Shared With Ethernet Port)
4-20 mA I/O
RJ-45 Female (Shared With RS-485 Port)
Antenna Input/Output
TNC Female Connector
External DC Input Power
Mini-Combicon, 3 pin female
Protocols
Serial Data Interface, Master PLC mode protocols
supported by auto-digi-repeater function
Allen Bradley DF1, Opto22, Modbus RTU/ASCII, and Transparent protocols
Ethernet Interface protocols supported for remote
access via ARP proxy on Master Gateway Unit
ICMP Echo (ping), Modbus/TCP (Aux Voltage, 4-20mA readings, RSSI, MCU Core
Temperature), Remote Configuration
Ethernet Interface protocols (direct access only)
Telnet, IP Configuration, Firmware upgrades
Mechanical / Environmental
Temperature Range
-30° to +60° C
Humidity
95% Non-condensing
Dimensions
1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. L
Weight
1.25 lbs.
Product Warranty
1 Year
Options
Revised: 24 Jan 14
Outdoor Pole Mount Kit
AA195PM
48 VDC Power Supply
TBD
RJ-45 To DB9 Serial Adaptor
TBD
RJ-45 To Terminal Block Adaptor
TBD
Antennas/Surge Protectors/Cables, etc.
Contact factory for various options (market@esteem.com or 509-735-9092)
APX G-1
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX F
210M SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Antenna Envelope:
Weight:
AA19M
Omni-Directional, ½ Wave over ¼ Wave
Mobile Mount.
150-174 MHz
Vertical
50 ohms
Unity
< 1.5 to 1
n/a
n/a
60 degrees
Rubber duck whip.
Magnetic base.
TNC with 12 feet integral RG-58 cable.
11 in. length. Magnetic base 3.5 in. by 3 in by 1 in.
1 lb. 5 oz.
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
AA20M
Omni-Directional, DC grounded, Collinear 5/8 wave
Fixed base or mobile mounting. L shaped mounting
bracket may be removed for panel mounting. Ground
plane radials may be removed depending on application.
150 to 175 MHz
Vertical
50 ohms
3.0 dBd with ground plane radials
< 1.5
n/a
n/a
60 degrees
Stainless steel whip and ground plane radials. All other
hardware anodized metal.
Stainless steel clamps for mounting to ¾ in. to 1.5 in.
pipe with right angle mount or direct mount.
UHF Female (SO-239)
61 in. length by 43.5 in. width with ground plane radials
2 lbs.
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
Antenna Connector:
Antenna Envelope:
Weight:
Revised: 24 Jan 14
APX G-2
Model AA19M
52 in.
Drawing Not To Scale
21 in.
9 in.
5/16 in.
Diameter
1.5 in.
Model AA20M
EST P/N AA107-195CM
APPENDIX F
210M SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Specifications
Model No:
Antenna Type:
Applications:
Frequency:
Polarization:
Impedance:
Gain:
VSWR:
Front To Back Ratio:
Horizontal Beamwidth:
Vertical Beamwidth:
Antenna Material:
Mounting Hardware:
AA202M
Directional, 6 element yagi.
Fixed base mounting.
150 to 174 MHz
Vertical or Horizontal
50 ohms
8 dBd
< 1.2:1
12-18 dB
80 degrees
58 degrees
.250” – 6061-T6 Aluminum
Heavy duty U bolts for mounting up
to 2 1/8 in. pipe with right angle mount or direct panel mount.
Antenna Connector:
N-Type Female
Maximum Power Input:
150 Watts
Antenna Envelope:
61 in. length by 41 in. width
Wind Surface Area (sqr. ft) 0.82
Windload (RWV):
100 mph
Weight:
5 lbs.
Revised: 24 Jan 14
APX G-3
Model AA202M
EST P/N AA107-195CM

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