SercoNet WIREPLUS WirePlus XTN v1.3 User Manual users manual

SercoNet Ltd. WirePlus XTN v1.3 users manual

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Preliminary Draft WirePlus ® Installation and User Guide SRC-DOCWPMAN-01-2007 (XTN Ver 1.0)
ii WirePlus Installation and User Guide Table of Contents 1 Introducing WirePlus ...........................................1 The WirePlus XTN ........................................................2 2 Quick Start..........................................................3 3 Package Verification............................................4 4 Installing XTN Outlets .........................................4 Your WirePlus XTN.......................................................5 Installing Your Outlet ...................................................6 5 Specifications.................................................... 12 XTN Specifications .....................................................12 6 Approvals .......................................................... 14 The FCC wants you to know:......................................14 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation .......15 7 Technical Support ............................................. 16 8 Troubleshooting Aid .......................................... 17
Introducing WirePlus 1 1 Introducing WirePlus Thank you for purchasing a SercoNet WirePlus solution. WirePlus takes you beyond the world of cords and cables, providing you with a non-invasive, wireless, broadband home network. The WirePlus system consists of two outlets. The WirePlus INT serves as the basis of your home wireless network, while WirePlus XTNs extend that network to every corner of your home. WirePlus outlets are IEEE 802.11g compliant wireless network solutions, combining standards based wireless technology with existing telephone wires already in the home. By combining these features, Wi-Fi signals can be extended easily, providing you with an easy to install, affordable, high-speed, home network. WirePlus outlets leave your existing phone system intact, allowing the full range of telephony features, such as call forwarding and caller ID, and telephony hardware such as fax and answering machines. Additionally, the WirePlus system coexists seamlessly with cable and DSL services, such as ADSL2++. In the event of a power outage, WirePlus outlets allow direct access to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) via a standard RJ-11 phone connector, supporting lifeline services, and allowing you to place emergency calls.
2 Introducing WirePlus The WirePlus XTN By plugging WirePlus XTN outlets into telephone jacks throughout your home you can benefit from full wireless coverage at the highest possible Wi-Fi speeds. Normally, as distance from the transmitting antenna of the wireless access point (WAP) increases, walls and interference cause signal levels to decrease, or result in dead spots. It brings 0 or 1 bars of signal strength to 4 or 5 bars. The XTN outlet overcomes these issues and provides robust performance wherever needed by boosting signal strength. By bringing the antenna closer to the workstation, the XTN ensures that your broadband services operate near the maximum 802.11b/g throughput all the time. Figure 1: Typical XTN Application
Quick Start 3 2Quick Start If you are experienced with hardware and networking, you can use the Quick Start section to set up your WirePlus solution. If you are not experienced with hardware and networking, skip the Quick Start and go to Chapter 3. To install your WirePlus outlets: 1. Set the channel selector on the back of the outlet using a small screwdriver (not provided). The channel is obtained from the WAP or via client software in the remote computer.(see Figure 3). 2. Slightly loosen the screws on your telephone jack, slide the plastic base into place, and retighten the screws (see figure 4). Note: You do not need to completely remove the screws. 3. Connect the outlet to the telephone jack (see Figure 5). 4. Snap the outlet into the plastic base (see Figure 6). 5. Switch the antenna on (see Figure 7). 6. Attach the power supply (see Figure 8). Note: If you are installing an XTN, your installation is complete.
4 Package Verification 3 Package Verification Unpack your WirePlus outlet and ensure all the components are present. Your package should include one of the following combinations of components: Table 1: Package Contents XTN Package 2 XTN Outlets 2 Plastic Base Units 2 AC/DC Power Adapters Installation manual Installing XTN Outlets If you are installing a WirePlus XTN outlet, select an installation location in the area you need to boost your network’s signal strength (See figure 1). The channel you select when installing an XTN outlet will be the channel for your wireless network. The rotary dial (see Figure 3) on all outlets in your network must be set to the same channel as your network. If you are unsure of what channel to select, see the channel set in the software of the WAP or if provided from the client software with the client computer (associated with your network SSID).
Installing XTN Outlets 5 The first unit must be installed in close proximity to the WAP. Ideally it should be within 1-2 meters. There should not be any walls, metal cabinets, mirrors or other wireless (RF) limiting structure between the first XTN and WAP. There may be multiple dead or low speed spots in the building. Multiple remote XTN’s can be used. Ideally an XTN should be located at the nearest telephone jack to the location were the dead spot is. XTN’s should be located no closer than 10 meters (30 feet) to each other if there are no walls or obstacles between units. Always start with XTN units set to the lowest power setting. When adjusting the antenna setting adjust 1 unit at a time to obtain optimal function. If you must change channels make sure you power down (unplug) the unit before attempting linkage to the WAP. Note: If you are adding an XTN to an existing network you must set the XTN to the same channel as your network. Your WirePlus XTN Figure 2 shows the interface, connectors, and LEDs of your XTN. Figure 2: XTN Interface, Connectors, and LEDs Antenna High/Low switch
6 Installing XTN Outlets Note: LEDs are numbered from left to right. Table 2 lists the XTN LEDs and their functions. Table 2: XTN LEDs LED Activity LED 1: Power Lights green when the power supply is connected LED 2: Wireless Flashes green when there is wireless (RF) traffic. Light will flash as bright as power light with high traffic is present. Installing Your Outlet To install your WirePlus XTN: 1. Set the rotary dial on the back of your outlet to the channel of your network. Figure 3: Rotary Dial Rotary dial
Installing XTN Outlets 7 Channel selector WiFi channel XTN rotary Channel 1-9 Channel 1-9 Channel 10 Channel A Channel 11 Channel B Channel 12 Channel C Channel 13 Channel D Channel 14 Channel E Not used Channel F Not used Channel 0 1. Disconnect the phone cord from the jack, if you have DSL also disconnect the ADSL filter from the jack. 2. Slightly loosen the screws on your telephone jack’s wall plate and slide the lip of the plastic base behind the telephone jack’s wall plate, and pull the plastic base down over the wall plate. Note: You do not need to completely remove the screws.
8 Installing XTN Outlets Figure 4: Mounting The Base 3. Tighten the screws on the telephone jack’s wall plate.
Installing XTN Outlets 9 4. Plug the outlet into the telephone jack using the RJ-11 adapter on the back of the outlet. Figure 5: Connecting With RJ-11 5. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the outlet into the slots on the bottom of the base (1); then press the outlet flat against the base until it snaps into place (2). Figure 6: Mounting The Outlet
10 Installing XTN Outlets 6. Antenna High/Low Switch – selects power transmission and receives sensitivity levels. Default settings are Low for reduced radiation. Set to High for a better coverage area. Note: If the antenna switch is in High position the distance between the XTN’s must be at least 10 meters (30 feet). Figure 7: Antenna High/Low Switch Note: The antenna is in the Low position when the switch is pushed towards the rear panel of the outlet. Antenna High/Low
Installing XTN Outlets 11 7. Connect the AC/DC power adapter to your WirePlus outlet and then plug it into a power outlet. 8. Reconnect the ADSL filter if used into port 1 of the XTN unit; then the phone line into the filter. If no DSL plug the phone line into port 1 directly. Port 2 would be used for a second line of a 2 line phone set. Figure 8: Power Supply Antenna High/Low
12 Specifications 5 Specifications Technical specifications for SercoNet’s WirePlus XTN outlets follow: XTN Specifications Figure 9: Power Supply and phone jack layout
Specifications 13 Table 3: XTN Specifications INT IEEE-802.11g Standards IEEE-802.11g, IEEE-802.11b Channels 11 Channels (US and Canada) 13 Channels (Europe) 14 Channels (Japan) Telephony Interface Connections 2 x RJ-11 Telephony Functionality  Regular Telephone Sets  Dial-Up Modems  Fax Machines  Speakerphones  Answering Machines  Caller ID  xDSL Regulatory Regulatory Parameters Integrated Outlet 4.8 x 1.5 x 3.0 inches 123 x 37 x 78 mm Outlet Base 4.8 x 0.7 x 3.0 inches 123 x 17.5 x 78 mm Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F 0°C to 40°C Operating Humidity 0-85% RH non-condensing Storage Temperature -4°F to 158°F -20°C to 70°C Power Input: 5VDC Consumption: 2.5 Watts
14 Approvals 6 Approvals The FCC wants you to know: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devise, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures: a. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. b. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. c. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. d. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
Approvals 15 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this devise is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such manner that the potential for human contact normal operation is minimized. When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation. Note: This equipment complies with 47CFT Part 68 of the Rules. This equipment complies with TUV60950-1 Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any Radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this eqipment. Such modifications could void the User’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This product may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 5,841,360; 6,690,677; 6,970,538; 6,549,616; 6,757,368; 7,123,701; 6,842,459; 6,961,303; 6,927,340; 7,109,418; 7,016,368; 7,035,280; 7,006,523 ; 7,095,756 ;6,956,826 Other U.S. and International Patents Pending.
16 Technical Support 7 Technical Support If you need further assistance with the installation or operation of your WirePlus outlet, please contact SercoNet Technical Support at one of the following telephone or fax numbers, Email address, or website: North America Toll Free: 800-508-7646 Office: 727-490-4248 Fax: 727-490-2300 Mobile: TBD International Tel: +972-9-7411833 Fax: +972-9-7481333 Email: support@serconet.net Website: www.serconet.net
Troubleshooting Aid 17 8 Troubleshooting Aid Item Trouble Fix 1 No LED’s lighted on unit Verify that the power outlet is working. Should not be controlled by a light switch. 2 Power LED OK No flashing LED Verify that you have the correct channel on all units. Verify that the RJ-11 cable is correctly seated in the jack. 3 Power LED OK. No flashing LED Verify that the wall jack is wired correctly. Use phone to verify dial tone. 4 LED is flashing, limited bars on computer Adjust power setting to high level at one or all XTN units 5 LED’s seem to working but no traffic Verify WAP is working. Can the computer access WEB with correct SSID in same room as the WAP? If not bad WAP. 6 LED’s are flashing, computer sees other SSID’s on same channel. Reset network for another channel. Channels 1,6,11 are the only three non-overlapping channels 7 LED on right flashing, but no traffic Units are too close together
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