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BreadCrumb ME4
v11 User Guide
User Guide Version: 11.0.0
Software Version: 11.0.0
Date: January 22, 2013
Corporate Headquarters
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Copyright Statement
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FCC and IC Statements
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 device is operated in a commercial environment. This device generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this device
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210 rules.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 et CNR-210 du Canada.
Required Antenna Separation
The FCC/IC wireless approval for this product is conditional on maintaining at least 20cm separation
between the antennas. At least one of the antennas must be connected to the BreadCumb with 50 ohm
coaxial cable. Low loss LMR400 cable is recommended for this application.
WARNING: To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements a minimum safe distance of 20 cm must be
maintained between this device and all persons while the device is operating.
CAUTION: To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for
successful communication.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Rajant Corp. could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
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GNU General Public License Statement
Certain components of the Rajant BreadCrumb firmware are subject to the GNU General Public License
Version 2, or other so-called open source licenses ("Open Source Software"). In compliance with the
terms of certain Open Source Software licenses like the GNU General Public License Version 2
("GPLv2"), Rajant makes certain modifications to Open Source Software that Rajant uses, modifies and
distributes pursuant to such licenses available to customers in source code form upon request. You are
free to use, modify and distribute Open Source Software so long as you comply with the terms of the
relevant Open Source Software license. In particular, the GPLv2 is available in the appendix of this
manual or at www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html.
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Table of Contents
Copyright Statement.....................................................................................................................2
FCC and IC Statements................................................................................................................3
GNU General Public License Statement......................................................................................4
Preface..........................................................................................................................................7
1 Introduction to BreadCrumbs................................................................................................8
1.1 What is a BreadCrumb?.....................................................................................................8
1.2 Mobility through Meshing...................................................................................................9
1.2.1 Mesh – A Definition.....................................................................................................9
1.2.2 BreadCrumb Mesh Connections................................................................................9
2 Description of a BreadCrumb ME4......................................................................................10
2.1 Radios...............................................................................................................................10
2.2 Enclosure..........................................................................................................................10
2.3 Antenna Connectors.........................................................................................................11
2.4 26-Pin Amphenol Connector............................................................................................12
2.4.1 Power........................................................................................................................12
2.4.2 Ethernet....................................................................................................................12
2.4.3 USB...........................................................................................................................12
2.5 ME4 Cable Assembly.......................................................................................................12
2.6 Status LED.......................................................................................................................12
2.7 LED Configuration / Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults Switch .......................13
2.7.1 LED Configuration....................................................................................................14
2.7.2 Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults............................................................14
3 Using BC|Commander...........................................................................................................16
4 Deploying a BreadCrumb Mesh Network............................................................................17
4.1 Addressing........................................................................................................................17
4.1.1 BreadCrumb Device Addresses...............................................................................17
4.1.2 DHCP........................................................................................................................17
4.2 Channel Assignments.......................................................................................................17
4.3 Physical Placement and other Considerations................................................................18
4.3.1 Line-of-Sight.............................................................................................................18
4.3.2 Distance....................................................................................................................18
4.3.3 Weather....................................................................................................................19
4.3.4 Interference...............................................................................................................19
4.3.5 Placement of Mesh Components.............................................................................19
4.4 Deployment Guidelines and Methodology.......................................................................20
4.4.1 Deployment Guidelines............................................................................................20
4.4.2 Deployment Methodology.........................................................................................20
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5 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................22
5.1 Over The Air Firmware Upgrade......................................................................................22
5.2 USB Firmware Upgrade...................................................................................................22
5.3 USB-Based Zerioze..........................................................................................................23
6 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................24
6.1 Sporadic Network Connectivity........................................................................................24
6.2 BreadCrumb Device Cannot Connect to Mesh................................................................25
6.3 BreadCrumb Power and Start-Up Issues.........................................................................25
Appendix A: Radio Channels and Frequencies....................................................................27
Appendix B: Error and Warning Codes..................................................................................32
Appendix C: Using Pole Mount Bracket.................................................................................36
Appendix D: Rajant End User License Agreement...............................................................37
Appendix E: GNU General Public License.............................................................................45
Index of Figures
Figure 1: BreadCrumb ME4 Enclosure Features (Front)...........................................................10
Figure 2: BreadCrumb ME4 Enclosure Features (Back)............................................................11
Figure 3: ME4 Pole Mounted Bracket.........................................................................................36
Figure 4: ME4 Mounted to Pole..................................................................................................36
Index of Tables
Table 1: Status LED Color Codes...............................................................................................13
Table 2: Configured and Alternate Display States of the Status LED........................................14
Table 3: Default Channel Assignments.......................................................................................18
Table 4: Sporadic Network Connectivity Issues.........................................................................24
Table 5: BreadCrumb to BCWN Connectivity Issues.................................................................25
Table 6: BreadCrumb Power and Start-Up Issues.....................................................................25
Table 7: 900 MHz Radio Channels and Frequencies.................................................................27
Table 8: 2.4 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies..................................................................27
Table 9: 4.8 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies..................................................................28
Table 10: 4.9 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies................................................................30
Table 11: 5 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies...................................................................31
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Preface
Purpose and Scope
This manual provides information and guidance to all personnel who are involved with and use Rajant
Corporation’s BreadCrumb ME4.
This manual begins with an introduction to the BreadCrumb Kinetic Mesh Network. It then
characterizes the features of the BreadCrumb ME4. Finally, it describes common deployment scenarios
and provides concise step-by-step instructions for each scenario.
Note
Throughout this document, unless otherwise stated, the terms ME4 and BreadCrumb are
used to refer to Rajant BreadCrumb ME4.
Feedback Welcome
The user of this manual is encouraged to submit comments and recommended changes to improve this
manual and all Rajant products. Please send your feedback to support@rajant.com. Please be sure to
include the version number of the manual or product you are using as well as the relevant page numbers
if appropriate.
Related Documentation
For additional information, refer to these documents:
● BC|Commander® v11 User Guide: This document contains information on the
BC|Commander management application, which is used to configure BreadCrumbs before or
during a deployment.
● BreadCrumb® Video Guide
● Rajant Troubleshooting Range User Guide
● RF Component Installation and Verification in BreadCrumb® Networks
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Introduction to BreadCrumbs
Rajant Corporation's (http://www.rajant.com) BreadCrumbs utilize the 802.11 wireless networking
standards to form a wireless mesh network. The network is mobile, self-integrating, self-meshing, selfhealing, and secure. The focus is on flexibility, adaptability, and simplicity.
The BreadCrumb Kinetic Mesh Network is intended for rapid deployment of a broadband wireless
network into a situation or “hot zone.” The network can be deployed as a stand-alone wireless network,
or bridged to another network (such as the Internet) utilizing available reach-back communication links
(such as a DSL, cable, or satellite modem).
BreadCrumbs provide high bandwidth for applications to stream video, audio as well as data over large
distances. The network traffic can be secured by using different security features available on the
BreadCrumb. This makes the network optimal for tactical deployments as well as emergency response
situations since it offers robustness, stability and ease of setup in mission critical activities.
1.1 What is a BreadCrumb?
A BreadCrumb is an IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi) and Ethernet compatible networking device which has the
ability to connect to other BreadCrumbs or networking devices to form a BreadCrumb network. The
BreadCrumb is specifically designed for the following scenarios:
Temporary Wireless Networks
Networks that must be established quickly and with minimal effort for short-term use (e.g., a
network established to provide First Responder support at the site of a disaster).
Mobile Wireless Networks
Networks in which the network infrastructure itself is mobile, in addition to client devices (e.g., a
convoy viewing a video stream from a UAV).
Wireless Network Extension
Networks in which a wireless network must be quickly extended around or through obstacles that
block wireless communications (e.g., urban canyon networks, tunnels/caves, etc.)
Wired Network Extension
Networks in which two or more wired LANs at different locations must be connected wirelessly
(e.g., to securely connect combat service support computers with logistics bases)
Any Combination of the Above
Most BreadCrumb deployments include elements from more than one of the above scenarios.
In many cases, BreadCrumbs will perform all of these tasks as shipped with no configuration necessary
at all, providing an instant TAN (Tactical Area Network). Moreover, because BreadCrumbs use
industry-standard 802.11 communications, client devices such as laptops, or cell phones require no
special hardware, software, and little or no configuration to access a BreadCrumb network.
Note
Although all BreadCrumbs can be access points, most access points do not provide
mesh capability. Traditional access points simply allow wireless devices within range to
connect to a wired network; they do not extend range through other access points.
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1.2 Mobility through Meshing
The key component of a BreadCrumb network is the ability for BreadCrumbs to connect, or Mesh with
each other. While this is generally handled automatically by BreadCrumbs, complex deployment
scenarios require a basic understanding of how BreadCrumbs establish and maintain a mesh.
1.2.1
Mesh – A Definition
A Mesh is a collection of BreadCrumbs (or other network devices), each of which is linked to one or
more other BreadCrumbs. Data can move between BreadCrumbs via these links, possibly passing
through several intermediate BreadCrumbs before arriving at its final destination.
The intelligence of a BreadCrumb network is in how it adapts rapidly to the creation or destruction of
the links in the mesh as devices are moved, switched OFF or ON, blocked by obstructions, interfered
with by other devices, or otherwise affected. This adaptation takes place automatically and immediately
as needed.
1.2.2
BreadCrumb Mesh Connections
In order for two BreadCrumbs to establish a mesh link to each other, they must be set to the same radio
channel, and have the same Network ID. The Network ID is computed from the BreadCrumb's Network
Name, Network Key, and a collection of Crypto settings. The Network Name is simply a name for a
Mesh network. By default, BreadCrumbs use the Network Name "Rajant Mesh Network”. The
Network Key is a passphrase or key used to secure the network. The Crypto settings include a packet
cipher, MAC cipher, per-hop authentication, and a key sequence number. All of these settings on the
BreadCrumbs can be configured using BC|Commander v11. The Crypto settings can only be configured
if the application is logged into the BreadCrumbs using Crypto Officer credentials.
Note
Version 10 firmware uses the BreadCrumb's primary ESSID instead of the Network
Name to form Mesh links.
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Description of a BreadCrumb ME4
BreadCrumb ME4 is a portable, wireless device deployable in almost any environment. It is light in
weight, supports up to 4 external antennas and is designed to be completely mobile as worn by an
individual. The BreadCrumb ME4 must be powered by an external source.
2.1 Radios
The BreadCrumb ME4 contains two radios in the 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 4.9 GHz or 5 GHz bands. Custom
radio configurations, including a mix of licensed, military or unlicensed frequencies are available upon
request. There are several different models of ME4, each with a different combination of radios. See
Appendix A for a list of the channels and frequencies supported by each of the radios.
2.2 Enclosure
The ME4 enclosure has been designed to operate in extreme conditions, with protection against ingress
of dust as well as protection against immersion in water. The enclosure dimensions are 189 mm x 95
mm x 51 mm (7.46” x 3.75” x 2.00”). The external features of the enclosure are shown in Figure 1 and
Figure 2.
Figure 1: BreadCrumb ME4 Enclosure Features (Front)
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Figure 2: BreadCrumb ME4 Enclosure Features (Back)
2.3 Antenna Connectors
The BreadCrumb ME4 provides up to four Type N female antenna connectors. Two connectors are
located on the top side of the enclosure (see Figure 1), the other two connectors are located on the
bottom side of the enclosure (see Figure 2). In general, only one antenna port per radio is utilized.
Some BreadCrumb models offer antenna diversity or Multiple-Input and Multiple-Output (MIMO)
features, in which case two antenna ports per radio are utilized. There are many different ME4 Models
available, each with a different configuration of radios and antennas. Each antenna connector will be
labeled with the frequency of its corresponding radio.
Important
Most ME4 models do not support directly attaching antennas under FCC regulations.
When using the pole mount option for deploying the ME4, care should be taken to make sure the
antennas, and therefore the pole is mounted plumb. This is because most of Rajant's standard antennas
are characterized by high-gain and therefore small vertical beamwidth. The small vertical beamwidth
necessitates the antennas to be plumb, so that units using these antennas will see each other without a
significant loss of signal strength.
Warning
To avoid possible damage to the BreadCrumb radio(s), always connect or disconnect
external antennas with the power to the BreadCrumb ME4 turned off.
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2.4 26-Pin Amphenol Connector
The majority of the signals and features of BreadCrumb ME4 can be accessed through the 26-pin
Amphenol connector on the enclosure (see Figure 2). The most important of these interfaces are
external power, Ethernet, and USB, which are described in more detail in the following sections. The
26-pin Amphenol connector interfaces to the ME4 cable assembly that provides access to input power,
Ethernet and USB ports of the device.
2.4.1
Power
The input power interface to the BreadCrumb ME4 resides on the 26-pin Amphenol connector (see
Figure 2). The device accepts external power in the range of 8 to 48 VDC. The average idle power
consumption of BreadCrumb ME4 is 5.5 W at 24 V. The maximum peak power consumption of
BreadCrumb ME4 is 19 W at 24 V.
2.4.2
Ethernet
The first Ethernet port (eth0) on the BreadCrumb ME4 supports 10 Base-T, 100 Base-TX or 1000 BaseT configuration. The second Ethernet port (eth1) supports 10 Base-T, or 100 Base-TX configuration.
Both Ethernet ports can be accessed through the 26-pin Amphenol connector on the enclosure (see
Figure 2). Both ports support Auto MDI/MDIX allowing the use of either straight-through or crossover
data cables for connections. The data interface includes electrostatic discharge, and electrical fast
transient/burst immunity compliant to the IEC 61000-4-2, and IEC 61000-4-4-EFT standards,
respectively.
The ME4 cable assembly plugs into the 26-pin Amphenol connector and provides two standard RJ-45
Ethernet connectors for easy access to the the ME4 Ethernet ports.
2.4.3
USB
The ME4 contains one USB port, which can be access through the 26-pin Amphenol connector on the
enclosure (see Figure 2). The port is compliant to the Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) and
USB Transceiver 2.0 Macrocell Interface (UTMI+) Level 2 specifications. The port supports all three
standard data transfer rates of low speed (1.5Mbps), full speed (12Mbps), and high speed (480Mbps).
The power switch for the port includes over current protection, thermal protection, in-rush current
limiting, and hot-plug noise filtering.
The USB port can be used to perform BreadCrumb firmware upgrades and USB-based zeroize. It can
also interface to an optional GPS receiver accessory available from Rajant.
2.5 ME4 Cable Assembly
The ME4 comes with a standard cable assembly that connects to the BreadCrumb's 26-pin Amphenol
connector. The cable assembly includes two Ethernet ports and one USB port.
2.6 Status LED
The Status LED (see Figure 1) is capable of displaying warning and error codes, and link states. The
LED Mode can be configured in BC|Commander to be ON (switchable), ALERTS ONLY (switchable),
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OFF (non-switchable), or OFF (switchable). When the LED Mode is ON, the BreadCrumb LED
alternates between displaying the link state and any warnings or errors. When the LED Mode is OFF,
the BreadCrumb LED does not display any warnings, errors, or the link state. When the LED Mode is
set for ALERTS ONLY, the BreadCrumb LED alternates between displaying the link state and any
warnings or errors only if there are warnings or errors to report. If there are no warnings or errors, the
LED displays nothing.
The Status LED combines the three base colors of red, green and blue to display a broader spectrum of
colors which indicate the current status of a BreadCrumb. The meanings of the color code indicators are
given in Table 1.
Table 1: Status LED Color Codes
Color
Status
White
(red, green and blue LEDs together;
may appear pale blue or pale green)
Powered, early boot process
Red-Blue-Green scrolling in succession
Success, end of boot process
Solid Blue
Ready, but no peers
Blinking Green
At least one peer
Solid Green
At least one 24 Mbps or higher peer
Blinking Yellow
(at a constant rate)
Progress
Blinking Yellow1
(with short and long pauses between blinks)
Warning
Blinking Red1
Error
(with short and long pauses between blinks)
All Status LED colors scrolling in succession
Success/Completion
2.7 LED Configuration / Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory
Defaults Switch
The LED Configuration / Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults Switch (see Figure 1) has two
modes of operation. The modes are set by the length of time the switch is asserted. The modes are:
● LED Configuration
1 For a list of error and warning codes refer to Appendix B at the end of this document.
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● Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults
2.7.1
LED Configuration
This mode is used to control the display states of the Status LED. The LED Configuration function is
accessed by pressing the switch and releasing it after a two second hold. The configured display state of
the Status LED is dictated by the LED Mode setting that is configured from BC|Commander (please
refer to the BC|Commander v11 User Guide for a more detailed description of the LED Mode setting).
The user can toggle between the configured state and an alternate state of the Status LED by pressing the
switch and activating the LED Configuration function.
Table 2 lists the possible configured and corresponding alternate display states of the Status LED.
Table 2: Configured and Alternate Display States of the Status LED
Configured State
Alternate State
On
Off
Alerts Only
On
Off (non-switchable)
N/A
Off (switchable)
On
Note that state changes can occur only between options in the same rows of the table above. For
example, it is possible to toggle the state back and forth between Alerts Only and On, but not between
Alerts Only and Off. Transitioning from Alerts Only to Off would require changing the LED mode
setting in BC|Commander.
The default LED Mode for the ME4 is On.
Note
2.7.2
There are two different configurable Off states: Off (switchable), which toggles to On,
and Off (non-switchable), which has no alternate state. If the LED Mode is set to Off
(non-switchable), the Configuration Switch will NOT turn it on.
Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults
This mode is is used to erase the security protocol keys of a BreadCrumb ME4 and to restore its
software configuration to the factory default state. To operate this switch follow these procedures:
● Ensure that the BreadCrumb is powered on, has fully booted-up and its Status LED color is
green or blue (see Table 1).
● Press and hold the switch for approximately 10 seconds until the Status LED changes to blinking
yellow (see Table 1). This indicates that the Zeroize Keys and Restore Factory Defaults
operation has been initiated and is in progress.
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● Release the switch. The Status LED should change to display the blinking red error code 32.
See Appendix B for a description of the blinking red color sequence. The BreadCrumb will then
reboot using the factory default configuration.
Warning
Tip
Do NOT turn off or reboot a BreadCrumb that is being zeroized. An interruption to
power during the zeroization process can result in the BreadCrumb being unable to boot
properly.
The process of zeroizing keys and restoring factory defaults can also be performed
remotely with the BC|Commander management software or with a properly prepared
USB drive. For more information, refer to the BC|Commander v11 User Guide.
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Using BC|Commander
BC|Commander is Rajant’s BreadCrumb administration software package used for monitoring the status
of BreadCrumbs and mesh links. BC|Commander is also used for configuring BreadCrumbs, upgrading
BreadCrumb firmware, and graphically displaying the network topology.
BC|Commander can be run on any computer that has access to the BreadCrumb network. Versions of
the software package are available for Microsoft Windows® or Linux.
BC|Commander includes an option called v10 Compatibility Mode. This allows a user to run a mixture of
BreadCrumbs with firmware version 10 and firmware version 11 within the same mesh network. This is very
useful when BreadCrumbs in a very large network are being upgraded from version 10 to version 11 firmware.
Rajant periodically releases updated BC|Commander software. The updated software must be obtained
from Rajant. Refer to Rajant’s most recent BC|Commander v11 User Guide for instructions on how to
install the latest version of BC|Commander on your computer and how to use
BC|Commander with Rajant’s BreadCrumbs.
Important
Note
It is recommended that the BC|Commander version used be equal to or greater than the
firmware version running on any administered BreadCrumbs in order to administer all
BreadCrumb firmware features covered in Rajant’s BC|Commander v11 User Guide.
Some portions of the BC|Commander v11 User Guide assume a working knowledge of
TCP/IP networking, including DHCP, NAT and DNS. While the network lay person
may be able to perform some mesh network management tasks, it is recommended that
network configuration be performed by experienced network administrators.
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Deploying a BreadCrumb Mesh Network
There are many factors which need to be taken into account when deploying a BreadCrumb mesh
network. Section 4.1 describes the addressing scheme of the mesh. Section 4.2 discusses channel
assignments. Section 4.3 details some of the most commonly occurring environmental factors that will
have a major impact on the performance of the mesh. Finally, section 4.4 details guidelines and
methodology needed to follow when deploying the mesh.
4.1 Addressing
When in gateway mode or when using its own embedded DHCP servers, the BreadCrumb mesh requires
that wireless devices use IPv4 addresses in the Class A network 10.0.0.0/8 (that is, any address that
begins with ‘10.’). If you are not connected to another network, or if you are bridging to one rather than
routing to it, your wireless client devices may have any address whatsoever.
Note
4.1.1
Any computers running the BC|Commander management application must have an
address in the same range as the BreadCrumbs they manage. Refer to the
BC|Commander v11 User Guide document for the details of the BreadCrumb IP address
configuration.
BreadCrumb Device Addresses
Each BreadCrumb radio has one IPv4 address in the Class A network 10.0.0.0/8. Rajant ensures during
manufacturing that the default addresses are not duplicated between any two BreadCrumb devices.
Addresses assigned to BreadCrumb devices can be viewed using BC|Commander. They can be
configured manually, or set to DHCP.
4.1.2
DHCP
Each BreadCrumb device includes an embedded DHCP server. You may safely enable the DHCP servers
of multiple BreadCrumb devices simultaneously, and it is in fact the most common case that all
BreadCrumb devices in a mesh run DHCP servers. Address conflicts among DHCP clients are prevented
by using the unique BreadCrumb device addresses assigned at the factory as a base.
A BreadCrumb device determines its DHCP range as follows:
● Start with the first three bytes of the first radio’s IPv4 address.
● Add a low-byte range of 10 to 210.
4.2 Channel Assignments
BreadCrumb radios have default channels assigned, based on the frequency of the radio. See Table 3 for
a list of available radios and their default channel assignments.
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Table 3: Default Channel Assignments
Radio Card Frequency
Default Channel
900 MHz
2.4 GHz
11
4.9 GHz
20
5 GHz
153
In some cases, it may be necessary to manually set the radios to specific channels to provide critical
links within a mesh. This can be especially important when using single-radio BreadCrumb devices.
Refer to the BC|Commander v11 User Guide for the details of BreadCrumb channel configuration.
4.3 Physical Placement and other Considerations
Commonly occurring environmental factors have a significant impact on performance and behavior of
the BreadCrumb Wireless Network. Line-of-sight (LOS) obstructions, distance, weather, and device
placement should all be considered when deploying a wireless network.
IEEE 802.11 wireless operation degrades gradually as distance increases between nodes or as
interference becomes prominent. This manifests as a data rate reduction between nodes.
The goal in planning and deploying a BreadCrumb mesh network is to maximize both coverage and the
data transfer rate between devices. These can be maximized by taking into consideration all of the
contributing factors described in this section.
4.3.1
Line-of-Sight
Unobstructed line-of-sight (LOS) is critical for optimal performance of the mesh. Partial LOS
obstruction results in noticeable network performance degradation. Total LOS obstruction can result in
complete loss of network connectivity.
Elevating the device and external antenna will assist in providing better LOS. This can allow the radio
waves to propagate over some possible obstructions.
Unobstructed LOS is not necessary from every BreadCrumb device and wireless client to every other
BreadCrumb device and wireless client. However, each device must have unobstructed LOS to the
previous and subsequent device.
Client connectivity will degrade and drop if LOS to a BreadCrumb device can not be maintained.
4.3.2
Distance
Many factors determine acceptable distances between BreadCrumb devices when deploying a mesh:
● If many devices are placed too closely together, it is possible that interference will degrade the
performance of the system.
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● Devices placed too far away or in RF “shadows” may experience total loss of connection.
● RF transmit power and receive sensitivity are important in determining the distances over which
the device will be effective.
● When placing a BreadCrumb device, check the connection status to the nearest available device
using either the BreadCrumb device’s status LED (described in section 2.6 Status LED), or the
BC|Commander management application. If the connection is poor or non-existent, attempt to
relocate the BreadCrumb device closer to another device until an acceptable connection is
obtained. If a poor connection or no connection is made at even relatively close distances, you
should refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting.
● When the connection quality is found to be acceptable from BC|Commander, the distance of the
BreadCrumb device from the network can be increased until an optimal balance between
distance, connectivity and tactical placement is achieved.
4.3.3
Weather
Precipitation and fog also act as obstructions blocking the propagation of the wireless network’s radio
waves.
Light fog or precipitation may result in noticeable degradation of wireless network performance. Heavy
precipitation or fog may result in severe performance degradation and possible loss of network
connectivity.
If the performance of a well functioning network is degraded by worsening weather conditions, it may
be advisable to add BreadCrumb devices into the network to act as short haul repeaters to counteract the
effects of the weather. An alternative is to move the devices closer together.
4.3.4
Interference
RF interference can degrade network performance and can come from many different sources,
including:
● Other BreadCrumb devices that are placed too closely together.
● Other RF devices such as microwave devices, cordless phone base stations, radio transmitters,
other wireless networks, jamming devices, etc.
● Metal surfaces such as fences and building can cause radio waves to be reflected, causing
multipath interference.
Caution
4.3.5
Plan the BreadCrumb Wireless Network to minimize the effects of RF interference.
Placement of Mesh Components
The placement of BreadCrumb devices has a major impact on maximum effective range, and therefore
network performance. The components must be elevated above the surrounding terrain to allow for
adequate wave propagation. A device placed directly on the ground has a significantly reduced effective
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range. Elevating a device above the ground dramatically increased the maximum effective range.
Rajant recommends elevating the components a minimum of 6 ft. above the surrounding surface.
4.4 Deployment Guidelines and Methodology
This section addresses the actual on-site deployment of the mesh. While by no means an exhaustive
treatise, it is intended as a good source of guidelines and methodology for the successful deployment of
a mesh in the field.
4.4.1
Deployment Guidelines
Follow these guidelines when deploying the mesh:
1. Placement of BreadCrumbs
(a) Elevate the BreadCrumbs whenever possible.
i. Directly on the ground, the maximum distance between any two BreadCrumbs is
approximately 300 ft. Also, the maximum distance between a wireless client and the
nearest BreadCrumb is approximately 300 ft.
ii. Rajant recommends elevating each BreadCrumb a minimum of 6 ft. above the
surrounding terrain for maximum range. Elevating the BreadCrumbs, as little as 14
inches, has proven to increase the range out to approximately 600 ft.
2. Distance
(a) If you cannot elevate the BreadCrumbs, they can only be approximately 300 ft. apart. Also,
any wireless clients can be no farther than approximately 300 ft. from a BreadCrumb.
3. Line of sight
(a) Obstructions to line-of-sight block/absorb/deflect the wireless network’s radio waves,
resulting in poor network performance or total loss of network connectivity.
(b) When placing the BreadCrumbs, scan the area for LOS obstructions. Envision the
BreadCrumb’s radio waves as a light beam. Look for obstructions that would result in
shadows in the light beam, they will most likely weaken or block the BreadCrumb’s radio
waves.
4. Weather
(a) Light precipitation will reduce the range and performance of the BreadCrumb and wireless
clients.
(b) Heavy precipitation or fog will most likely result in extremely reduced range and frequent or
total loss of network connectivity.
4.4.2
Deployment Methodology
The steps detailed in this section should assist you in successfully deploying the mesh.
1. Scan the terrain on which the mesh will be deployed.
(a) Determine the initial distances between BreadCrumb devices.
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(b) Note any LOS obstructions, and plan BreadCrumb placement to work around them.
2. Identify the PC on which BC|Commander will be run.
(a) This PC should have a wireless NIC, as you will need to carry it with you as you deploy the
mesh.
i. Alternatively, the BC|Commander PC can be stationary with one person monitoring
BC|Commander while another deploys the BreadCrumbs. This method requires some
form of communication (radio, cell phone, etc.) between the two persons.
3. Determine the location for the first BreadCrumb.
4. Power ON the device.
5. Wait approximately 90 seconds for the device to boot.
6. Power ON the BC|Commander PC.
7. Start BC|Commander.
8. The BC|Commander console should display the first BreadCrumb.
9. Determine the approximate location for the next BreadCrumb.
10.Proceed to the location for this BreadCrumb, observing the network in BC|Commander as you
progress.
(a) If the BreadCrumb loses network connectivity before you reach its destination, backtrack
until network connectivity is restored. The point at which network connectivity for this
BreadCrumb is restored is most likely the farthest point in this direction at which you will be
able to place this BreadCrumb.
(b) If you reach the destination without losing connectivity you can place it there.
i. At this point, you may choose to proceed farther in an attempt to make optimal use of the
available BreadCrumbs.
ii. If so, proceed until network connectivity is lost and then backtrack until network
connectivity is restored for this BreadCrumb. The point at which network connectivity is
restored for this BreadCrumb is most likely the farthest point in this direction at which
you will be able to place this BreadCrumb.
11.Repeat steps 9 and 10 for any remaining BreadCrumbs.
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Firmware Upgrade
Each BreadCrumb relies on low-level software known as firmware for proper execution. For a
BreadCrumb to communicate with other BreadCrumb devices or a BC|Commander client, the firmware
version of the device must be compatible with the firmware versions of all other devices within the
network, and with the version of BC|Commander running on the client computer.
Note
For procedures to install and upgrade the BC|Commander management application,
refer to the latest BC|Commander v11 User Guide.
The firmware is routinely updated by Rajant Corporation to add new product features, support new
applications, and to fix reported problems. To upgrade the firmware on a BreadCrumb, you must obtain
the appropriate firmware file for your BreadCrumb model from Rajant. Save the file on a computer on
which the BC|Commander management application has been installed.
5.1 Over The Air Firmware Upgrade
One method of upgrading the firmware is a process called “Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware upgrade”.
This is a remote process, controlled and initiated by a system administrator using BC|Commander.
Follow the instructions in the BC|Commander v11 User Guide (Administrative Tasks – Over-the-Air
(OTA) firmware upgrade) to perform the firmware upgrade process.
5.2 USB Firmware Upgrade
Another method is the USB firmware upgrade. This process takes place at the BreadCrumb's location
and requires a properly prepared USB storage device. To perform the firmware upgrade process, follow
these procedures:
1. Prepare a USB storage device with the appropriate firmware file using BC|Commander. Follow
the instructions in the BC|Commander v11 User Guide (Administrative Tasks – USB Firmware
Upgrade).
2. Connect the USB storage device to the BreadCrumb's USB port and turn on the BreadCrumb.
Note
With v11, the USB drive can be connected to a live BreadCrumb and the upgrade
process will begin automatically.
3. The firmware upgrade process will take several minutes. Observe the BreadCrumb's Status LED
to monitor progress.
(a) When the USB firmware upgrade begins, the Status LED will start blinking yellow, which
indicates progress. When the process nears completion, the blink rate will increase from
once per second to several times per second.
(b) If the firmware upgrade completes successfully, the Status LED will rapidly rotate between
red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, yellow and white colors.
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(c) If an error condition is encountered, the Status LED will start repeating a particular sequence
of long and short blinks in red, indicating the error code. Take note of the error code (see
Appendix B for an explanation of error codes). Leaving the USB storage device connected,
turn power to the BreadCrumb OFF and then ON again. Observe the Status LED to monitor
progress. If, during this second firmware upgrade attempt, another error occurs, take note of
the new error code and then apply for technical support.
4. When complete, turn power to the BreadCrumb OFF, disconnect the USB storage device, then
turn power to the BreadCrumb back ON.
5.3 USB-Based Zerioze
As of firmware version 10.27, there is a USB-based Zeroize feature. This feature does not upgrade or in
any other way affect the firmware version running on the BreadCrumb. This process takes place at the
BreadCrumb's location and requires a properly prepared USB storage device. To perform the firmware
upgrade process, follow these procedures:
1. Prepare a USB storage device using BC|Commander by selceting the “Zeroize (Do Not
Upgrade)” option in the USB Flash Manager. Please see the BC|Commander v11 User Guide
(Administrative Tasks – USB-Based Zeroize) for more detailed instructions on how to properly
prepare the USB storage device.
2. Connect the USB storage device to the BreadCrumb's USB port and turn on the BreadCrumb.
Note
With v11, the USB drive can be connected to a live BreadCrumb and the zeroize process
will begin automatically.
3. The USB-based Zeroize process will take less than a minute. Observe the BreadCrumb's Status
LED to monitor progress. Wait for the LED to flash error code 32 “BreadCrumb has been
zeroized.”
4. Turn power to the BreadCrumb OFF, disconnect the USB storage device, then turn power to the
BreadCrumb back ON.
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6.1 Sporadic Network Connectivity
Table 4: Sporadic Network Connectivity Issues
Problem
Resolution
As a BreadCrumb device’s battery approaches
exhaustion, network connectivity will become
sporadic for the BreadCrumb device and its
associated wireless clients.
Monitory battery usage and charge/replace
batteries as necessary.
Light precipitation or fog beginning after initial
deployment of the mesh can result in sudden
sporadic network connectivity for BreadCrumb
devices and their associated wireless clients.
Increase the density of the network by adding
more BreadCrumb devices or by moving existing
BreadCrumbs closer together.
As a wireless client moves around through the
coverage area, LOS to the BreadCrumb device can
become obstructed resulting in sporadic network
connectivity for this wireless client.
Train users to maintain LOS to known
BreadCrumb device locations. Place BreadCrumb
devices strategically to ensure coverage of areas
through which users are expected to move.
A wireless client that moves beyond the range of
the mesh will experience sporadic, and eventually
complete, loss of network connectivity.
Drop more BreadCrumb devices as necessary to
increase range.
A wireless client cannot join the network.
● Ensure that BreadCrumb devices are
powered on.
● Ensure that the wireless card in the client
device (laptop) is enabled. This is usually
indicated with a blinking light on the card.
● Ensure that the wireless card is in
"Infrastructure" or "Access Point" mode,
and not in "Ad Hoc" mode. Scan for the
default ESSID "breadcrumb54-v10" (or the
ESSID that you set for the network) using
the software accompanying your wireless
card.
● Ensure that the wireless client’s IP address
settings are configured properly.
● Ensure that the security settings on the
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Resolution
client device and BreadCrumb devices
match.
● Ensure that the client device is not
prevented from connecting by an ACL.
● Ensure that the VLAN settings for the
BreadCrumb allow clients of the ESSID
being used to communicate to the Local
Port of the BreadCrumb. See the VLAN
section of the BC|Commander manual for
more information.
6.2 BreadCrumb Device Cannot Connect to Mesh
Table 5: BreadCrumb to BCWN Connectivity Issues
Problem
Resolution
Discharged batteries can cause the BreadCrumb
device to appear to power up, but not be able to
establish connectivity to the mesh.
When deploying the mesh, ensure that the batteries
are fully charged.
When using external antennas, faulty cable
connections or crimped cables can result in
difficulty establishing and maintaining network
connectivity.
Check antenna cables and their connections to the
BreadCrumb device.
6.3 BreadCrumb Power and Start-Up Issues
Table 6: BreadCrumb Power and Start-Up Issues
Problem
Discharged external batteries can cause a
BreadCrumb to appear to power up(“PWR” LED
is lit), but fail to start-up.
Resolution
Monitory battery usage and charge/replace
batteries as necessary.
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Problem
Resolution
Manually reboot the device by turning off or
disconnecting power to the device and turning
Electrostatic Discharge can cause a BreadCrumb to power back on.
appear to power up (Status LED indicates power is For BreadCrumbs powered by PoE, in order to
on with a white light, which can sometimes appear avoid sparking and possible damage to the device,
pale blue or pale green), but fail to start-up.
be sure to connect the powered Ethernet cable to
the BreadCrumb before applying power to the
power supply.
Rapid power cycling can cause a BreadCrumb JR
to appear to power up (“PWR” LED is lit) but fail
to start-up.
Turn off power to the device, wait at least 10
seconds and turn power back on. The
BreadCrumb should start-up normally.
Connecting a cable assembly which has an active
power source (like a battery pack) to a
BreadCrumb JR can cause the power to fluctuate
at startup if it is connected with an unsteady hand.
This can cause the BreadCrumb to appear to power
up (“PWR” LED is lit), but fail to start-up.
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● Disconnect the cable assembly, wait 10
seconds, and try to make the connection
again more smoothly.
● Try connecting the cable assembly to the
BreadCrumb before connecting or
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Appendix A: Radio Channels and Frequencies
Rajant's BreadCrumbs can contain up to four radios. 802.11g radios are used in the 900 MHz and 2.4
GHz bands, and 802.11a radios are used in the 4.8 GHz, 4.9 GHz and 5 GHz bands. The radios support
the channels and frequencies listed in the following tables for use in the United States and Canada.
Note
Not all channels are allowed for use everywhere around the world. Check with the
corresponding wireless spectrum regulatory body to determine the subset of channels
authorized for use in your country.
Caution
Since the radios operate at different frequencies, you must be careful to use the correct
type of antenna with each radio. As an example, a 2.4 GHz antenna will not work with
a 5 GHz radio and vice versa.
Table 7: 900 MHz Radio Channels and Frequencies
Channel Number
Center Frequency (MHz)
Channel Bandwidth
907
Half (10 Mhz)
912
Full (20 Mhz)
917
Full (20 Mhz)
922
Half (10 Mhz)
The default channel for a 900 MHz BreadCrumb radio is 5 (912 MHz). Half (10 MHz) and Quarter (5
MHz) bandwidth support is available on all 900MHz channels.
Note
Channels 4 and 7, as well as Half (10 MHz) and Quarter (5 MHz) bandwidth may not be
supported on some BreadCrumbs with 900MHz radios.
Table 8: 2.4 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies
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Channel Number
Center Frequency (MHz)
2412
2417
2422
2427
2432
2437
2442
2447
2452
10
2457
11
2462
The default channel for a 2.4 GHz BreadCrumb radio is 11 (2462 MHz).
Table 9: 4.8 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies
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Channel
Number
Center Frequency
(MHz)
Channel
Number
Center Frequency
(MHz)
162
4810
175
4875
163
4815
176
4880
164
4820
177
4885
165
4825
178
4890
166
4830
179
4895
167
4835
180
4900
168
4840
181
4905
169
4845
182
4910
170
4850
183
4915
171
4855
184
4920
172
4860
185
4925
173
4865
186
4930
174
4870
The default channel for a 4.8 GHz BreadCrumb radio is 164 (4820 MHz). If a second 4.8 GHz radio is
present, it's default channel is 184 (4920 MHz). If a third 4.8 GHz radio is present, it's default chanel is
174 (4870 MHz)
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Table 10: 4.9 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies
Channel Number
Center Frequency (MHz)
Channel Bandwidth
4942.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
10
4945.0
Half (10 Mhz)
15
4947.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
20
4950.0
Full (20 Mhz)
25
4952.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
30
4955.0
Full (20 Mhz)
35
4957.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
40
4960.0
Full (20 Mhz)
45
4962.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
50
4965.0
Full (20 Mhz)
55
4967.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
60
4970.0
Full (20 Mhz)
65
4972.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
70
4975.0
Full (20 Mhz)
75
4977.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
80
4980.0
Full (20 Mhz)
85
4982.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
90
4985.0
Half (10 Mhz)
95
4987.5
Quarter (5 Mhz)
The default channel for a 4.9 GHz BreadCrumb radio is 20 (4960.0 MHz).
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Table 11: 5 GHz Radio Channels and Frequencies
Band
Channel
Center Frequency (MHz)
Turbo Capability
149
5745
No
152
5760
Static Turbo
U-NII Upper Band
(5725 - 5825 MHz)
153
5765
No
157
5785
No
ISM Band
(5725 - 5875 MHz)
160
5800
Static Turbo
161
5805
No
165
5825
No
The default channel for a 5 GHz BreadCrumb radio is 153 (5765 MHz). Some 5 GHz channels support
Static Turbo mode. In this mode, the radio binds two standard 20 MHz channels to obtain a wider
bandwidth 40 MHz channel. The end result is improved throughput and/or communication range for the
radio. Users should refer to the applicable compliance regulations in the intended region of deployment
for use of these frequencies.
Caution
Most 5 GHz antennas only support a subset of the 802.11a 5 GHz frequency channels
the Rajant radio is capable of operating at. Before changing the channel of a 5 GHz
radio, verify that the channel is supported by the connected antenna.
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Appendix B: Error and Warning Codes
All possible BreadCrumb error and warning codes are listed below:
JR/LX/LX3/ME3/UX2400 Firmware Upgrade Codes (1*)
11
Flash image file does not exist.
12
Current flash image version is greater than versions of files found on USB drive.
13
No flash image files found.
14
Unable to mount USB drive.
15
Unlocking of /dev/mtd0 failed.
16
fconfig for SetFailsafeBoot failed.
17
Unlocking of /dev/mtd0 failed.
18
fconfig for SetMainBoot failed.
19
Copying of zImage failed.
111
Copying of ramdisk failed.
112
FIS directory update of ramdisk failed.
113
Copying of etc failed.
114
FIS directory update of /etc failed.
115
Copying failed.
116
flashunbundle failed.
117
Version information in flash file name and breadcrumb-buildinfo.conf do not match.
1171
Platform information in flash file name and breadcrumb-buildinfo.conf do not match.
118
Untar failed.
119
FIS directory update of kernel failed.
121
Failed to unmount /etc.
122
In Failsafe mode, but no USB drive detected.
123
BreadCrumb will be in failsafe mode and unable to communicate with other BreadCrumbs after
next reboot.
124
Failed to suspend bcconfigd.
125
Failed to set boot path to next image.
126
Failed to erase end of next file system image.
127
Failed to copy file system image.
128
Failed to checksum file system image.
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Failed to create directory for next file system image.
131
Failed to mount next file system image.
132
Failed to create directory for settings.
133
Failed to copy current settings to next file system image.
134
Failed to unmount next file system image.
135
Failed to mount /etc.
141
Error retrieving flash file.
Self-Test Codes (3*)
31
Hardware configuration not set. Factory initialization required.
311
InstaMesh license update required.
32
BreadCrumb has been zeroized.
321
BreadCrumb is being zeroized.
33
Radio not detected. Turn the unit off, and then back on. If the problem persist, contact technical
support.
333
Low Battery.
334
Gas gauge not initialized. Please fully charge unit turned off to initialize.
34
Cannot read /dev/nand6 information, or cannot resize or format /dev/nand6.
36
Hardware monitor missing.
37
Failed to add ethernet port to bridge.
38
Resetting radio due to error.
FIPS Codes (4*)
41
FIPS self-tests failed.
411
OpenSSL FIPS vector test programs not found.
412
OpenSSL FIPS vector test hash mismatch.
413
802.11i AES-CCMP test vectors failed.
414
Unable to use FIPS CCMP encryption.
415
Kernel integrity check failed.
416
Filesystem integrity check failed.
42
Mixed SecNet/Non-SecNet configuration.
43
Rekeying error.
44
Rekeying error.
45
Rekeying error.
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Rekeying error.
47
Rekeying error.
48
Rekeying error.
49
Rekeying error.
431
Rekeying error.
432
Rekeying error.
433
Rekeying error.
434
Rekeying error.
435
Rekeying error.
436
Rekeying error.
441
Status override CPLD feature not available (wrong CPLD version).
Fatal Codes (5*)
51
instamesh fatal error.
52
hostapd fatal error.
53
cvm fatal error.
54
fatal error.
55
Low memory - automatic reboot scheduled.
UX Battery Fault Codes (51*)
See BC|Commander System Alerts for more detailed information.
511
Pack 1: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
512
Pack 2: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
513
Pack 3: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
514
Pack 4: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
515
Pack 5: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
516
Pack 6: does not exist|charge fault|charge gauge fault|discharge fault.
Battery Gas Gauge Codes (6*)
61
Battery gas gauge i2c device could not be found.
62
Incorrect gas gauge revision 1 EEPROM settings.
63
Incorrect gas gauge revision 2 EEPROM settings.
64
Incorrect gas gauge revision 3 EEPROM settings.
65
Unknown gas gauge revision.
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Incorrect ME3 gas gauge revision 0 EEPROM settings.
67
Internal battery charger disabled.
Other Codes (7*, 8*)
71
Host flapping detected.
72
Critical I2C failure.
81
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