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ESTeem MODEL 192E
USER'S MANUAL
Manual Revision 1.3
March 2004
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.

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  • Page 1 ESTeem MODEL 192E USER’S MANUAL Manual Revision 1.3 March 2004 Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.
  • Page 2 ESTeem MODEL 192E USER’S MANUAL Manual Revision 1.3 Firmware Version 220.17 and above March 2004 Prepared by: Date: Name: Eric P. Marske Title: Manager Customer Support Approved by: Date: Name: Tom L. Kirchner Title: President...
  • Page 3 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...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Model 192E Access Point Configuration Diagrams --------------------------------------------- Figure 1: Access Point Diagram --------------------------------------------- Figure 2: Multiple Access Point Diagram --------------------------------------------- Model 192E Access Point Repeater Configuration Diagrams --------------------------------------------- Figure 3: Access Point Diagram with Repeater --------------------------------------------- Figure 4: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram ---------------------------------------------...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 4 – ESTeem WEB PAGE Status Menu Screens (Cont) Figure 7: Master Bridge Status Screen --------------------------------------------- Figure 8: Client Bridge Status Screen --------------------------------------------- Hardware Settings Screens --------------------------------------------- Figure 9: Access Point Hardware Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- Figure 10: Access Point Repeater Hardware Settings Screen...
  • Page 6 --------------------------------------------- Measuring Standing Waves (SWR) --------------------------------------------- Antenna Setup Diagrams Model 192E Outdoor Fixed Base Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- Model 192E Outdoor Fixed Base Hardware Diagram w/o --------------------------------------------- Lightning Protection Model 192E Indoor Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- Model 192E Mobile Hardware Diagram ---------------------------------------------...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS APPENDIX C – INTERFACE PORTS APPENDIX D – RADIO CONFIGURATION APPENDIX E – SECURITY APPENDIX F – TROUBLESHOOTING Revised: 15 Mar 04 Page 4 of 4 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 8: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Access Point Mode. When the Model 192E is configured as an Access point it will provide a wireless gateway from a hardwired Local Area Network (LAN) to laptops, office computers, Personal Digital Assistants (PDA’s), video cameras, PLC’s, etc.
  • Page 9 INTRODUCTION EtherStation Mode. This is a special feature of the Model 192E when used in an Access Point application. When the 192E is configured in the EtherStation Mode and attached to an Ethernet Device, the Model 192E will emulate an 802.11b PCMCIA wireless card in functionality for communication to an 802.11b Access Point.
  • Page 10: Chapter 2 - Configuration Diagrams

    CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS MODEL 192E ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 1: Access Point Diagram Figure 2: Multiple Access Point Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 11: Model 192E Access Point Repeater Configuration Diagrams

    CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 3: Access Point Diagram with Repeater MODEL 192E ACCESS POINT REPEATER CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 4: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 12 CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 5: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 13: Model 192E Bridge Configuration Diagrams

    CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS MODEL 192E BRIDGE CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 6: Point to Point Bridge Diagram Figure 7: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 14 CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 8: Point to Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram Figure 9: Point to Multi-Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 15 CHAPTER 2 CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS Figure 10: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram Figure 11: Point to Multi-Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 16: Chapter 3 - Starting Out

    MODEL 192E HARDWARE LAYOUT Locate the items contained in Figure 1 for initial configuration of the ESTeem Model 192E. 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.
  • Page 17: Model 192E Esteem Configuration

    Figure 2: Model 192E Front Panel Description 2. When powering up the ESTeem for the first time you must use the ESTeem RS-232C Configuration Menu to setup the basic operating parameters such as assigning the IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name, and DNS IP Address.
  • Page 18 CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT Figure 3: RS-232 Port Boot-Up Screen 7. Press the Enter key and you will be at the Configuration Menu login prompt 192E login. See Figure 4. Figure 4: RS-232 Port Log-in Screen Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 19 Note that all characters are lower case. 11. If this is the first time the ESTeem has been programmed or the login 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 (<Enter>).
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT Figure 6: Ethonly Screen Revised: 16 Oct 03 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 21: Chapter 4 - Esteem Web Page

    CHAPTER 4 ESTeem WEB PAGE When powering up the ESTeem for the first time you must use the ESTeem RS-232C Configuration Menu to setup the basic operating parameters such as assigning the ESTeem an IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name, and DNS IP Address.
  • Page 22: Logging On To The Esteem Web Page

    • Note: All characters are lower case. 5. After Log-in the next screen displayed will be the Model 192E Status Menu page (Figure 4). This example screen shows the status screen for the Ethernet Only Mode. Figure 4: Ethernet Only Status Screen...
  • Page 23: Status Menu Screens

    STATUS MENU SCREENS The ESTeem Web Page Status Menu displays the current mode of operation and status of the communication links to other wireless devices. The status screen will automatically update at the interval defined in the Auto Refresh setting in the Additional Settings Menu.
  • Page 24 CHAPTER 4 ESTeem WEB PAGE STATUS MENU SCREENS Figure 7: Master Bridge Status Screen Figure 8: Client Bridge Status Screen Revised: 12 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 25: Hardware Settings Screens

    CHAPTER 4 ESTeem WEB PAGE HARDWARE SETTINGS SCREENS The Hardware Settings Screen contains information such as the serial number, software revision and all network addresses. An example for each mode of operation is shown below: Access Point. Figure 9 Master Bridge. Figure 11 Access Point Repeater.
  • Page 26 CHAPTER 4 ESTeem WEB PAGE HARDWARE SETTINGS SCREENS Figure 11: Master Bridge Hardware Settings Screen Figure 12: Client Bridge Hardware Settings Screen Revised: 12 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 27: Mode Setup Screens

    The ESTeem Model 192E can be configured in six different modes of operation. Chapter 2 shows examples of site diagrams and the respective mode of operation for each Model 192E to perform its specific task in that example. Listed below are the six modes of operation: Ethernet Only.
  • Page 28 In an Access Point Repeater network, all Model 192E’s must be configured with the same SSID, WEP codes and be on the same frequency channel. If there are more than two Model 192E’s connected in the network, one of them should be configured as the Root Bridge.
  • Page 29 Client Bridge. Allows the user to configure the Model 192E in the Client Bridge mode. Reference Chapter 2 Configuration Diagrams for examples. All Model 192E Ethernet Modems that share a wireless network MUST have the same SSID code. This identification code is case sensitive and must NOT contain spaces. The Master Bridge IP Address is the Wireless IP Address of the Master Bridge.
  • Page 30: Additional Settings Screen

    Figure 19: Additional Settings Screen Default Gateway, Domain Name, and DNS IP addresses set the parameter to allow the ESTeem Model 192E to access update files directly from the ESTeem web site. See your system administrator for the correct values.
  • Page 31: Transceiver Configuration

    Min (Minimum) 100 mw The Transceiver configuration Programmed (On/Off). This command will allow the user to program the ESTeem radio transceiver On or Off. This feature must be saved to be permanent. The normal (default) setting is On. Toggle (On/Off).
  • Page 32: Wep Key Settings Screen

    The ACL is one of the simplest yet most secure methods of network security. The ACL is a configurable MAC filter in the Model 192E that can be set to allow specific MAC address on the wireless network by individual address or address ranges (Figure 21).
  • Page 33: Diagnostics Screen

    Figure 22: Access Control List Deny DIAGNOSTICS SCREEN Figure 23: Diagnostics Screen The Diagnostics screen is a trouble shooting tool that shows the current log of Model 192E system messages. See Figure 23. Revised: 12 Mar 04 4-13 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 34: Copyrights Screen

    The Copyrights screen has links to major software contributor’s web sites. See Figure 24. Figure 24: Copyrights Screen LOAD FACTORY DEFAULTS SCREEN The Load Factory Defaults screen allows the user to load the factory defaults into the Model 192E. See Figure 25. Figure 25: Load Factory Defaults Screen Revised: 12 Mar 04...
  • Page 35: Apply Changes Screen

    Apply Changes Screen saves the program changes to the internal memory of the 192E. See Figure 26. Figure 26: Apply Changes Screen DISCARD CHANGES SCREEN Discard Changes deletes the software changes made to the Model 192E during your current session if the changes have not been saved. See Figure 27. Figure 27: Discard Changes Screen...
  • Page 36: Reboot Screen

    CHAPTER 4 ESTeem WEB PAGE REBOOT SCREEN Allows the User to Reboot the CPU of the Model 192E. This is identical to rebooting the ESTeem via the front panel switch. See Figure 28. Figure 28: Reboot Screen CHANGE PASSWORD SCREEN The Change Password screen allows the user to change the password for entering the Administration section of the Model 192E.
  • Page 37: Software Update Procedure

    The software update can be completed through a local FTP Server connected to the wireless network or from the ESTeem Web Site if the Model 192E is connected to a network that has an Internet gateway. The update can be completed from or to any ESTeem Model 192E on the wireless network.
  • Page 38 Using the ESTeem Web Site The update procedure for updating from the ESTeem web site is almost identical to using a local FTP server. 1. Verify that the Internet Gateway computer information is listed in the 192E Additional Setting Page (Figure 16) under 192E Default Gateway, Domain Name, and DNS IP addresses.
  • Page 39: Run Script Screen

    RUN SCRIPT SCREEN The Run Script Screen allows the user to update specific sections of the Model 192E software without completing a complete software update. If asked from technical support to run a script file, you will input the name of the script file in the Script URL box (Figure 33) in the same way you input the Software Update file.
  • Page 41: Chapter 5 - Access Point Repeater Mode

    Tank Site B. Repeater beacons will continually be sent from a Model 192E every 2 seconds as long as it is configured in AP Repeater mode. This will allow the Model 192E to recognize new sites into the network and any changes to the radio paths. This continued updates in the repeater beacon give the AP Repeater network the “self-healing”...
  • Page 42: Root Bridge

    AP Repeater mode (Chapter 4 – AP Repeater Configuration) or the Root Bridge will be the lowest MAC address of all the Model 192E’s in the network. It is not advised to allow the Model 192E’s to select the Root Bridge by address, because adding a new site to the network could adversely change the entire site’s routing.
  • Page 43: Redundant Backup

    Model 192E’s are installed at the same location (Figure 4). If two Model 192E’s are connected to the same HUB or Switch, one of the Model 192E’s will be Blocked when the auto-routing process is completed. The...
  • Page 44: Chapter 6 - Programming Examples

    PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES If you are not experienced with programming the Model 192E then review Chapter 2 of this manual to find a site diagram that is representative of your application. Listed in this chapter we will give you an overview programming the most common uses of the Model 192E, as a wireless Access Point to a hardwired LAN, Access Point with Repeater Enabled, point to point LAN Bridge application and using the Model 192E as an EtherStation client.
  • Page 45 NOT contain spaces. 7. Select if you would like to hide the SSID from broadcasting from the Access Point. If set to True, the ESTeem will not send out periodic SSID radio beacons that can be identified with 802.11b network scanning software. The users of the network will have to know the SSID to enter the network and security is increased, but if you with for the SSID to be broadcast to the network for easy identification then set to False.
  • Page 46 13. Select Apply Changes on the left-hand side of the screen and then the “Yes, Apply” button to complete the configuration. The ESTeem will now save all the parameter changes and reboot (Figure 5). After the modem saved the parameters and rebooted, the Status Screen will be displayed and the ESTeem will be ready for operation in Access Point mode.
  • Page 47 1. From Chapter 2 review the Access Point Repeater diagram. See Figure 5 shown below. 2. Each ESTeem Model 192E interfaced to the Hub or Switch or the Stand Alone Repeater in Figure 6 will be configured in Access Point Repeater Mode. This mode will allow Ethernet communication between networks while concurrently providing access to 802.11b clients.
  • Page 48 NOT contain spaces. 7. Select if you would like to hide the SSID from broadcasting from the Access Point. If set to True, the ESTeem will not send out periodic SSID radio beacons that can be identified with 802.11b network scanning software. The users of the network will have to know the SSID to enter the network and security is increased, but if you with for the SSID to be broadcast to the network for easy identification then set to False.
  • Page 49 PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES 11. Set the Repeater Enabled to True (Figure 7). If the Model 192E is going to be used as the Root Bridge set “Root Bridge” to True and push the Submit button (See Chapter 5 for selecting the Root Bridge).
  • Page 50 1. From Chapter 2 review the Point to Point Bridge diagram. See Figure 11 shown below. Figure 11: Point to Point Bridge Diagram 2. As shown in Figure 11 one of the ESTeems will be programmed in the Master Bridge Mode and the second ESTeem in the Client Bridge Mode.
  • Page 51 8. Select Apply Changes on the left-hand side of the screen and then the “Yes, Apply” button to complete the configuration. The ESTeem will now save all the parameter changes and reboot (Figure 14). After the modem saved the parameters and rebooted, the Status Screen will be displayed.
  • Page 52 CHAPTER 6 PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES 9. Client Bridge ESTeem. If you have not defined the IP address of the Client Bridge ESTeem then follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 10. From the ESTeem Status Screen select Mode Setup. From the Mode pull down box select Client Bridge and push the select button below the pull down box.
  • Page 53 14. Select Apply Changes on the left-hand side of the screen and then the “Yes, Apply” button to complete the configuration. The ESTeem will now save all the parameter changes and reboot (Figure 17). After the modem saved the parameters and rebooted, the Status Screen will be displayed.
  • Page 54 You will now see the screen shown in Figure 18. Configure the SSID for the ESTeem. Figure 18: EtherStation Mode Set-up Screen 5. The MAC address must match the Ethernet device that the ESTeem will be attached to. The ESTeem can only service one (1) Ethernet device when in Etherstation mode.
  • Page 55 The ESTeem will now save all the parameter changes and reboot (Figure 20). *Note: Once the ESTeem has been saved in the EtherStation mode, it can no longer be accessed through the Web Page interface. To access the modem through the RS-232 interface, refer to Chapter 3.
  • Page 56: Chapter 7 - Antenna Setups

    CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS ANTENNA AND CABLE CONFIGURATIONS Warning: Only the tested cable lengths and antennas provided by EST meet the FCC maximum peak output power requirements. Any other combination of antennas or coax cables is not authorized. EST offers four (4) different types of antennas for both indoor and outdoor configurations. Part Number: AA01S •...
  • Page 57: Weather Proofing Coax Connections

    A 25-ft. length of RG-8 coax cable or 50-ft. length of heliax cable are the minimum cable lengths allowed for use with the above antennas when the Model 192E is set at Max Power. Listed below are representative cable losses in db/100 ft at the 2.4 GHz...
  • Page 58: Grounding

    (EST P/N AA174) Figure 1: Measuring SWR Hardware Block Diagram You will not be able to measure the SWR on antenna and cable while the 192E is communicating. The transmitter on the ESTeem must be placed into a test mode.
  • Page 59 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 60 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 61 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 62 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 63 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 64 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS For more detail see Chapter 5, Redundant Back Revised: 15 Mar 04 EST P/N AA107...
  • Page 65 CHAPTER 7 ANTENNA SETUPS The Fresnel zone shows the ellipsoid spread of the radio waves around the visual line-of-sight after they leave the antenna (see figure above). This area must be clear of obstructions or the signal strength will be reduced due to signal blockage.
  • Page 66 APPENDIX A FCC INFORMATION INFORMATION TO USERS Other Information The ESTeem Model 192E complies with Part 15 of the Model 192E FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful Direct Sequence...
  • Page 67: Fcc Information

    APPENDIX A FCC INFORMATION FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FIELD OFFICES ALASKA ILLINOIS NEW YORK 1011 E. Tudor Rd. Chicago Office (CG) New York Office (NY) Rm 240 Box 2955 Park Ridge Office Ctr., Room 306 201 Varick Street, Suite 1151 Anchorage, AK 99510 1550 Northwest Highway New York, NY 10014-4870 Park Ridge, IL 60068-1460...
  • Page 68 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Specifications LED INDICATORS RF DATA RATE SIZE • • • Power On 1-11 Mbps RF data rate 2.45 in. Height • Receiver Carrier Detect 8.16 in. Width • Transmitter Enable 9.37 in. Length TRANSMITTER •...
  • Page 69 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Specifications Frequency Range 2.412 to 2.462 GHz Frequency Selection Digitally Synthesized - Software Selectable in 11 zones Transmitter Modulation Direct Sequence – Spread Spectrum 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps RF Data Rate Auto-Scaling or Software Selectable...
  • Page 70 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Case Diagram 9.37 in. 9.10 in. .25 in. Dia. Mounting Hole .267 in. 2.44 in. NOTE: Allow approximately 5 inches for coax bending radius. RJ-45 10BaseT Connector TNC (Female-RP) RF Connector Weight: 5 lbs Model 192C...
  • Page 71 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Antennas Model No: AA01S Antenna Type: Omni-Directional, right angle rubber duck, ½ wave Applications: Back of ESTeem Model 192S mount. Frequency: 2400 to 2485 MHz Polarization: Vertical Caution Impedance: 50 ohms Gain: 3 dBd Omni-directional antenna VSWR: <...
  • Page 72 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Antennas Model No: AA203ES Caution Antenna Type: Directional, 6 element yagi, DC grounded To comply with the FCC Applications: Fixed base. exposure compliance Frequency: 2400 to 2483.5 MHz requirements, a separation Polarization: Vertical or Horizonal...
  • Page 73 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS Model 192E Antennas Model No: AA204ES Applications: Fixed base mounting Antenna Type: 2.4 GHz ISM, Directional, 16 Element Yagi, DC Grounded Frequency: 2400-2483.5 MHz Polarization: Vertical or Horizontal Caution Impedance: 50 ohms To comply with the FCC exposure Gain: 13.5 dBi (11.3 dBd nominal)
  • Page 74 ETHERNET INTERFACE The ESTeem Model 192E’s Ethernet Port is configured to directly interface with an Ethernet HUB using a straight through 10BaseT cable. If the ESTeem is connected to a network interface card (NIC), you will need to use 10BaseT reversing (crossover) cable.
  • Page 75: Radio Configuration

    The RF data rate of the Model 192E can be programmed for operation at 1, 2, 5.5 or 11 Mbps. The RF data rate can be set for a fixed rate or a specific range that is dynamically scaled by the Model 192E from monitoring the received signal quality.
  • Page 76 RADIO CONFIGURATION RADIO POWER The ESTeem Model 192E is adjustable in output power from 100mW to 1 Watt. The output is adjusted on the Additional Figure 2: Additional Settings Screen Settings screen (Figure 2) of the ESTeem Web Page interface.
  • Page 77 This command allows the user to toggle the transmitter On or Off for measurement of the output power and SWR testing of the antenna. When the transmitter is toggled On the Model 192E will continue to transmit until toggled Off.
  • Page 79 SECURITY The Model 192E is an 802.11b device and the security of Wi-Fi devices is a popular subject now. This section was written to address some of the common questions that we are asked. Input on the subject of security is changing daily. EST will continually upgrade the encryption of its products, as tried and true software upgrades become available for 802.11b users.
  • Page 80 As mentioned above, the most susceptible configurations are those that are compatible with other IEEE 802.11b devices. If the security level required in your application is greater than what is provided with the 128-bit WEP and ACL, the Model 192E can be used in a proprietary Bridge Mode.
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    “stale” data. Current Data Rate – This is the current speed the Model 192E is communicating with the 802.11b client. Note that the speed is listed in kbps, so that 11000 kbps is equal to 11 Mbps.
  • Page 82 “stale” data. Current Data Rate – This is the current speed the Model 192E is communicating with the 802.11b client. Note that the speed is listed in kbps, so that 11000 kbps is equal to 11 Mbps.
  • Page 83 “stale” data. Current Data Rate – This is the current speed the Model 192E is communicating with the client bridge. Note that the speed is listed in kbps, so that 11000 kbps is equal to 11 Mbps.
  • Page 84 Current SSID – The currently programmed Service Set Identification. See Chapter 4 for complete information. Current Channel – This is the radio channel where the ESTeem has connected to the Master Bridge. See Appendix D – Radio Configuration for a complete explanation of radio channels.
  • Page 85: Troubleshooting Tips

    ESTeem Web site (www.esteem.com) under the Model 192E product page. How and when do I update the Model 192E firmware? - You should only update the Model 192E 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/192E...
  • Page 86 My Wireless LAN card shows a solid connection, but I can not pass any data – Verify the WEP encryption and the ACL setting on the Model 192E match the wireless LAN card. Can I connect to other Model 192E’s in Access Point mode? – No. You will need to configure the Model 192E in Access Point Repeater Mode.
  • Page 87 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 192Es (Base and Repeater) to maintain communication across its complete travel, the EtherStation Mode should be used on the mobile device.

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