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Data-Linc Group FLC910E User Manual

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FLC910e
905-925 MHz OFDM
Industrial Ethernet Radio Modem
It is essential that all instructions contained in the User Guide are followed precisely to ensure proper operation of equipment.

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  • Page 1 Uide FLC910e 905-925 MHz OFDM Industrial Ethernet Radio Modem It is essential that all instructions contained in the User Guide are followed precisely to ensure proper operation of equipment.
  • Page 2 Notes:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation ......................5 Hardware Overview ........................5 Getting Started ..................... 6 Setup PC for Configuration ........................6 Configuring the FLC910E ......................7 Setting up a system: ..........................8 Testing ............................13 Troubleshooting ....................13 Technical Specifications ................... 14 Appendix A: Dimensions, Drawings and Accessories ........15 Enclosure Dimensions ......................15...

  • Page 4: Warnings / Fcc

    FLC910E User’s Guide Warnings / FCC The FLC910E provides several wireless security options that can help make a safe and easy to setup wireless network. Some security precautions to help make the wireless network safe are as follows: Change the default SSID...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The FLC910E is an easy to configure and use wireless LAN solution. The unit can be configured using a web browser, a SSH client connection and command-line interface (CLI) commands, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 6: Requirements

    Base Station & Station Adaptor Modes The FLC910E can either act as a base station or a station adaptor. As the base station the FLC910E acts as the center point for wireless communications, allowing FLC910E configured as station adaptors to connect and build a network. As a station adaptor the FLC910E acts as a node to attach an Ethernet device or LAN segment thru a FLC910E base station.

  • Page 7: Installation

    FLC910E User’s Guide Installation Unpacking the Hardware •FLC910E OFDM Industrial High-Speed Modem •120 VAC Wall Transformer (US Power Connector) •Cat5 Ethernet Cable •CD with Manual •Quick Start Guide •Test Antenna The equipment was carefully packaged to prevent shipping damage. It should be free from any defect, electrical or me- chanical, and in good operating condition.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Setup PC for Configuration Configure the PC TCP/IP settings to match the network for the FLC910E to be configured. (Set the PC to a static IP Address of 192.168.1.X, where X can be from 2 to 254, and set a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0) Note: You will need privileges on your PC to be able to access the IP Address 192.168.1.1.

  • Page 9: Configuring The Flc910E

    Note: Firefox users must also click to Confirm Security Exception. Note: To return the FLC910E to the default configuration and password, after the unit has fully booted, press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds until the Status LED begins to flash quickly. This will reboot and reset the unit to default configuration.

  • Page 10: Setting Up A System

    Address, the PC IP address may have to change to be on the same network to continue configuration. Operating modes (Radio Settings): The FLC910E can operate as a base station, station adaptor, wireless repeater, or in wireless interbuilding mode to create a wireless network. The following with describe the setup of each type of unit and the connectivity between the units.
  • Page 11 FLC910E User’s Guide Select the Edit button next to Base Station ID or VBS/VLAN Settings from the left. This will go to the VBS / VLAN Settings page. Select the Profile and click the edit button. Choose the SSID and Network Authentication settings for the network.
  • Page 12 FLC910E User’s Guide Authentication Types / Options Open System None, WEP64, WEP128, and WEP152 Shared Key WEP64, WEP128, and WEP152 WPA-PSK TKIP WPA2-PSK If using encryption, remember the authentication type and key for use when setting up the station adaptors that communicate with this base station.
  • Page 13 Wireless Repeater: The FLC910E can operate as a “Wireless Repeater” to repeat “Base Station” or other “Wireless Repeaters” to extend the area of the wireless network coverage. “Station Adaptors” can connect to the “Wireless Repeater”. This unit will be setup similar to the “Base Station” since this device operates as a “Base Station” with repeating or WDS operation.
  • Page 14 InterBuilding Mode: The FLC910E is capable of a proprietary version of wireless repeating mode. This mode is non- standard so it increases the security of the communications. For this mode Channel / Frequency, Modulation, Bandwidth, and Encryption type and key must match for the system.

  • Page 15: Testing

    Testing To verify connectivity a simple ping command can be used. Ping a device on the LAN connected to the opposing FLC910E or the FLC910E modem itself. For more detailed information or troubleshooting information please refer to the user’s guide.

  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    FLC910E User’s Guide Technical Specifications Input Voltage Range: 10-28VDC Max Current Draw: 1200mA @ 12VDC Power Connector: 3 Position Pluggable Terminal Block Ethernet Connector: RJ45 RF Specification: •Operation Modes: Base Station, Station Adaptor, Wireless Repeater, and Wireless Interbuilding •RF Frequency Range: 905-925 MHz •RF Modulation based on connection speed (Mbps): (48&54 QAM-64), (24&36QAM-16), (12&18 QPSK), and (6&9...

  • Page 17: Appendix A: Dimensions, Drawings And Accessories

    FLC910E User’s Guide Appendix A: Dimensions, Drawings and Accessories Enclosure Dimensions 1.5 in Optional Antennas A-O6/ADJ 900MHz Omnidirectional Antenna 6”L, 0db Gain, SMA Female Connector A-OB 900MHz Omnidirectional Antenna, 12”L, 5.14dBi (3dBd) Gain, Mounting Brkt. A-O7B 900MHz Omnidirectional Antenna, 22”L, 7.14dBi (5dBd) Gain, Mounting Brkt.

  • Page 18: Appendix B: Radio Setting Details

    FLC910E User’s Guide Appendix B: Radio Setting Details After successfully logging in the About page is the displayed page. This gives you the current device name, MAC Address, and the firmware version. Located on the left margin of the page is the list of setting to change for configuration.

  • Page 19: A - Basic Setup

    FLC910E User’s Guide A – Basic Setup Wireless Device Name: This is the name given to the unit for identification purposes; it is only viewable when logged into the unit. It can only contain up to fifteen (15) numbers 0-9, letters A-Z and/or a-z, or hyphens.
  • Page 20 FLC910E User’s Guide IP Address: Manual of DHCP assigned. If DHCP assigned the unit will acquire a network address from a DHCP server. Using Manual settings: •IP Address: Network address for the device. •Subnet Mask: Mask for determining the number of nodes on that network.

  • Page 21: B - Radio Settings

    FLC910E User’s Guide B - Radio Settings Operating Mode: Select the mode of operation for the unit. •Base Station: Unit for connecting to with Station Adaptors or Wireless Repeaters. •Station Adaptors: Unit will connect to Base Station or Wireless Repeaters.

  • Page 22: C - Vbs / Vlan Settings

    FLC910E User’s Guide Output Power: Select the percent of the output power to use. Full – min options. Adjusts the output amplifier gain for transmit power. Bandwidth: Select the width of the band to use for transmitting. 5MHz, 10MHz, and 20MHz options.
  • Page 23 FLC910E User’s Guide Enable the profiles to use. BS_Profile1-9 can be renamed and are usable for Base Stations and Wireless Repeaters. Sta_Profile is for Station Adaptors only wds_profile is for Wireless Repeaters only inter_profile is for Wireless Interbuilding only Select the profile to edit.
  • Page 24 FLC910E User’s Guide Wireless Client Security Separation: Enable or Disable. Enabled this allows peer-to-peer connectivity through the “Base Station”, if this is disabled the “Base Station” can communicate with all connected units, but the connected units can only communicate through the “Base Station” to the LAN, not onto the wireless network.

  • Page 25: D - Access Control

    FLC910E User’s Guide D - Access Control Restrict the access based on Hardware MAC Address. Add or remove the MAC address of the units allowed access to the “Base Station”. PN 161-09856-001A June 2010...

  • Page 26: E - Wds Settings

    FLC910E User’s Guide E - WDS Settings WDS is used to repeat “Base Station” to inter-connect wired LAN segments. Up to 4 units can be used to connect to a “Wireless Repeater” by entering the MAC Address. The automatic mode can be used, but this will disable the “Base Station”...

  • Page 27: G - Statistics

    FLC910E User’s Guide G - Statistics Shows the statistics for the Ethernet and Wireless connections. Each VBS is separate and selectable from the drop down field. H - Change Password Allows the password to be changed or reset to the default.

  • Page 28: Technical Support

    Data-Linc Group warrants equipment of its own manufacture to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of shipment to original user. Data-Linc Group will replace or repair, at our option, any part found to be defective.

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