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- Page 1 April 2016 Wireless Link Module 288-787-01 B E t h e r n e t 2.4-2.4835GHz...
- Page 2 The Interface Solution Experts...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Page Introduction ............................4 Quick Start ............................5 Modem Configuration ......................... 6 Main Menu Option (0): Set Operation Mode ..................8 Main Menu Option (1): Set Baud Rate ....................10 Main Menu Option (2): Edit Call Book ....................10 Main Menu Option (3): Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics ............. -
Page 4: Introduction
A high RF data rate of 188kbps and superior sensitivity provide ultra reliable data integrity. The WLM has a rated range of up to 10 miles (15 km) in optimal conditions with line-of-sight and an omni directional antenna. This can also be extended further with repeaters or higher gain antenna. -
Page 5: Quick Start
MAC filtering done by the modems, if you take a piece of Ethernet equipment on one side of the WLM network and move it to the other side of said network, you must power down both the “Master” and the effected “Remote”... -
Page 6: Modem Configuration
Most parameters are changed in the radio section of the modem although there are a few settings that are set using switches. If you are not sure if you need to change the configuration of the WLM, you probably don’t. - Page 7 When the setup program is invoked the RF “IN” LED on the WLM front panel will flash once when the Configure button is pressed and the RF “Link” LED will remain on for the entire time the radio modem is in setup mode.
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Page 8: Main Menu Option (0): Set Operation Mode
When item (0) is selected, the Operation Mode Menu appears as shown in figure 2. The Operation Mode option is used to designate the method in which the particular WLM will be used. The WLM operates in a master to remote configuration;... - Page 9 Point-to-Point Remote/Repeater, it will allow any master to use it as a repeater. (5) Point-to-Point Repeater WLM radio modems allow the use of up to two repeaters in a communications link, significantly extending the operating range. When designated as a repeater, a radio modem behaves as a pass-through link. All settings for the call book, baud rates, and radio transmission characteristics are disabled.
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Page 10: Main Menu Option (1): Set Baud Rate
Main Menu Option (2): Edit Call Book The Call Book is an innovative feature in the WLM that offers both security and flexibility in use. The Call Book accomplishes this by allowing the user to determine with which other WLMs a given radio modem will communicate, based on the call book numbers for both the master and remote. - Page 11 Entering or modifying call book numbers in the Call Book is a straightforward process. When in the Call Book menu select the entry number (0 – 9) you wish to edit. You will be prompted for the new number (formatting is automatic, you do not need to enter the dash).
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Page 12: Main Menu Option (3): Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics
Selection (0) in the Radio Parameters menu allows the user to modify the hopping patterns of the radio modems to minimize the interference with other WLM radio modems in operation in the area. For instance, if there were 10 pairs of WLMs in operation within a factory or refinery, changing the Frequency Key would ensure that they would not jump onto the same frequencies at the same time for the same length of time. - Page 13 Table 2: Minimum Packet Size Settings (bytes) Table 3: Maximum Packet Size Settings where RF Data Rate=3 Maximum Setting The Interface Solution Experts...
- Page 14 (4) RF Data Rate The WLM has two settings for the RF Data Rate (the speed that the modems talk to each other). Setting 2 should be used when the radio modems are close together and data throughput is to be optimized. Setting 3 should be used when the radio modems are farther away and a solid data link is preferred over data throughput.
- Page 15 (6) Remote Security With option 6 the user may disable the radio modem’s security so it will accept a call from any other WLM. The default setting is 0 where security is enforced (the caller’s call book number must be in the remote’s Call Book).
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Page 16: Main Menu Option (4): Show Rado Statistics
(decibel milliwatts). Low Average Signal Levels can often be corrected with higher gain antennas, antenna placement, and use of repeaters. Contact Moore Industries-International, Inc. for more information. Overall Rcv Rate (%) The Overall Rcv Rate measures the percentage of data packets that were successfully transmitted from the master to the slave on the first attempt without requiring retransmission. - Page 17 Radio Temperature The radio temperature value is the current operating temperature of the radio in degrees C (Celsius.) For proper operation, WLM radio modems must be in the range of –40 to 75 Multi-Point Operation In a multi-point system, a radio modem designated as a master is able to simultaneously be in communication with numerous remotes.
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Page 18: Main Menu Option (5): Edit Multi-Point Parameters
This parameter does need to be set for multi-point remotes. In point-to-point operation, the WLM radio modems acknowledge every data packet transmitted. In a multi-point network, the remotes do not acknowledge transmissions from a master to the remotes. This is to prevent system overload. - Page 19 When in this mode a WLM will repeat any packets sent from a master as well as send them out the Ethernet port. This gives a WLM set as a repeater to act as a remote at the same time. 0 disables this mode, 1 enables it.
- Page 20 SubNet ID The WLM series modems offer a SubNet ID system for use in multi-point networks using Network ID. This feature allows the users to dictate what path a given repeater or remote will use to achieve a link to the network master. For...
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Page 21: Main Menu Option (8): Password
Caution: If the password feature is enabled and you cannot remember the password, the radio modem will have to be returned to Moore Industries-International, Inc. to have the password disabled. Use with caution. Option (8) in the Main Menu allows the user to set a password which will prevent un-authorized users to change the configuration of the modem. -
Page 22: Modem Location
WLM Location Selection Placement of your WLM is likely to have a significant impact on its performance. In general, the rule of thumb with the WLM is that the higher the placement of the antenna the better the communication. In practice you should also place the radio modem itself away from computers, telephones, answering machines, and other similar equipment. -
Page 23: Modem Front Panel Led's
WLM Front Panel LEDs The LEDs on the WLM’s front panel provide important information on the operation of the radio modem. The below tables describe the LED’s indication. l l o s i l f f u . t i... -
Page 24: Sample Data Communication Links
The WLM’s versatility allows data communication links to be established using a variety of different configurations. This, in turn, makes it possible to extend the range of the WLM and get around obstacles. Diagram 3 shows the most common and straightforward link, a master communicating to a remote in a dedicated link. - Page 25 Diagram 5 depicts an example of a point-to-multi-point system. In this example any data sent from the master is broadcast to all four remotes. One remote is receiving data directly from the master, two others are connected through a repeater while the last one is getting its data from a repeater configured as a repeater/remote. Diagram 5 SLC5/0X CPU FORCE...
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Page 26: Technical Specifications
Specifications WLM Wireless Link Module Ethernet Interface Operating 2.4-2.483GHz RF Data RF Data Rate: Power Connector: Standard Frequency Transmission 144-188kbps (continued) 24V connector Transmitter Range: Up to 10 miles (continued) Transmit Current (15km), using Interface 10Base-T (UTP); one (Peak): 700mA@12Vdc 2.4-2.483GHz units using... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
“I am able to link to a remote unit within line of sight when the WLM I have is outside. However, as soon as I walk inside with it I lose the link, even if I place the radio modem by the window which faces the remote unit.”... -
Page 28: Appendix A
Appendix A Enclousure Dimensions 192mm (7.57 in) 87mm (3.42 in) 185mm (7.29 in) The Interface Solution Experts... - Page 29 The Interface Solution Experts...
- Page 30 4. Ship the equipment to the Moore Industries location nearest you. The returned equipment will be inspected and tested at the factory. A Moore Industries representative will contact the person designated on your documentation if more information is needed. The repaired equipment, or its replacement, will be returned to you in accordance with the shipping instructions furnished in your documentation.
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