KBC WES-2500 Operation Manual

Wireless ethernet point-to-point & multipoint systems

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KBC Networks, Ltd.
25691 Atlantic Ocean Drive,
Suite B3
Lake Forest, CA 92630
U.S.A.
Main:
1-949-297-4930
Fax:
1-949-297-4933
KBC Networks Ltd., EMEA
Carlton Suite, Barham Court
Teston, Maidstone
Kent ME18 5BZ
United Kingdom
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+44(0)1622 418782
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www.kbcnetworks.com
Wireless Ethernet Point-to-Point & Multipoint Systems
Operations Manual
Version 20111027

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  • Page 1 KBC Networks, Ltd. 25691 Atlantic Ocean Drive, Suite B3 Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A. Main: 1-949-297-4930 Fax: 1-949-297-4933 KBC Networks Ltd., EMEA Carlton Suite, Barham Court Teston, Maidstone Kent ME18 5BZ United Kingdom Office: +44(0)1622 418782 Fax: +44(0)20 7100 8147 Email: info@kbcnetworks.com...
  • Page 2 Our toll free technical assistance is available should you require additional DESCRIPTION KBC PART NUMBER assistance. KBC offers technical support over the phone or by way of e-mail to all KBC Point-to-point, 7.8 dBi gain directional SP Host and Client outdoor kit: WES-2500 integrators, dealers and end users of the WES products.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Do not make any modifications to the Wireless Ethernet Module (WEM), GOVERNMENTAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTION ii-v Power Injection Module (PIM), or any other KBC electronic device, as the unit(s) will Important Safety Instruction no longer comply with FCC regulations and therefore void its warranty.
  • Page 4 In addition, it is noted for all users that high power radars are allocated as primary Changes or modifications not expressly approved by KBC could void the users users (meaning they have priority) of the 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 5: Environmental Restrictions

    In addition, should a particular environment 3. Remove the Power Injection Modules (PIMs) from the box and restrict the usage of the WES in any way, KBC offers a thirty (30) day return determine where they will be located for each Host/Client.
  • Page 6: Fcc Regulatory Alert

    MODEL: WEM Status LEDs 08500 FCC ID: JRRWES KBC wireless products come with a 2-year limited warranty, (see page 24 for warranty Amber= Link Activity IC: 4887A-WES CHANNEL SELECT 0 5745 mHz information) unless otherwise specified. In addition to the 2-year warranty, products...
  • Page 7: Wes Led Patterns

    There are a few different regular Signal Level LED Antenna Dome Cover responses determined by the type of product in use: Channel Selector (Underneath plastic cap) POINT TO POINT HOST LED ACTIVITY (WES-2500 & WES-2-4 Hosts) Factory set to channel 0 unless otherwise noted Upon power Upon...
  • Page 8: Wes Cable Connection Diagrams

    The following wiring schemes represent the configurations that have been tested and SELECT CHANNEL verified by KBC based on typical Ethernet wiring solutions. Other wiring configurations Remove the ½ inch plastic cap on the side of the Host/Client. could be possible based on the application. A bench test is recommended to verify the designs below.
  • Page 9 In some cases, depending on the physical and RF environment, a Click “Web” or double-click any of the WES devices to access the internal GUI useable throughput rate may not be possible. Contact KBC for more interface. information – 888-366-4276 or info@kbcnetworks.com.
  • Page 10 WARNING: IF YOU CHANGE THE USER NAME AND/OR PASSWORD, YOU WILL NEED TO KEEP A RECORD OF YOUR CHANGES IN A SAFE PLACE. IF THE PASSWORD IS FORGOTTEN OR MISPLACED, THE UNIT MUST BE RETURNED TO KBC TO BE RESET. Default password: admin NOTE: KBC and MicroTek Electronics merged in 2008.
  • Page 11 Wireless Ethernet PtP & MP System Operations Manual Wireless Ethernet PtP & MP System Operations Manual ADVANCED OPERATION (CONTINUED) ADVANCED OPERATION (CONTINUED) STATUS – HOST/CLIENT ASSOCIATION LISTS STATUS – STATISTICS Single Point and Multipoint Host AP The “Client List” page of the Host AP (either a Single Point or Multipoint Host) The Statistics page is the equivalent of a constant ping without the response time shows the MAC Address(es) of the paired or grouped Client Subscriber Units (SU) data.
  • Page 12 WES Host AP? While the WES is an 802.11a Wireless Ethernet signal, it is not a broadcast WiFi signal. The attacker’s WiFi AP list may show the KBC WES Host AP but they would be required to (1) use the same...
  • Page 13 GUI interface? If the password to the interface is changed and no record was kept, unfortunately it must be returned to KBC for a hard reset. There is no “back door” default to the system in order to protect against an attacker with knowledge of such a reset function.
  • Page 14 FIRMWARE UPGRADE If the firmware is updated, a restore to defaults may be necessary. Defaults are as If you receive a firmware update file from KBC, save to an accessible follows: place to upgrade when connected to the unit. Click “Browse” and double- click the saved file.
  • Page 15: Wes Configuration Table

    For product improvement, design and specifications are subject to change without notice. RF MODULES KBC recommends that a spreadsheet of the wireless system be kept on hand for reference. A worksheet providing all of the default settings is included in the shipment.
  • Page 16: Trouble-Shooting

    & “left-to-right” format in very small increments. Align up or 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (SEE PAGE 24 FOR DETAILS) down until the strongest RSSI (KBC recommends at least a 20 or above number for RSSI). Then tighten the mounting. Then move left/right in order to achieve the highest RSSI and a stable 54 rate.
  • Page 17: Warranty Information

    If, within the specified warranty period, this product, or any part or portion thereof, The following section of the appendix will help to ensure long term weatherproofing of shall prove upon examination by KBC, to be defective in material or workmanship, the WES modules.
  • Page 18 Wireless Ethernet PtP & MP System Operations Manual APPENDIX SYSTEM INSTALLATION NOTES Remote Location #1 Device Host / Client IP Address Radio MAC Address Remote Location #2 / Head End Location in Single Point-to-Point Application Device Host / Client IP Address Radio MAC Address Remote Location #3 Device...

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