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- Page 1 Uide FLC820G Industrial Wireless Ethernet 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 3: Table Of Contents
FLC820G User’s Guide Table of Contents Introduction ......................3 Features and Benefits ........................3 Safety & Operational Notices ................4 FCC Part 15 Notification ......................4 RF Exposure ..........................4 Antenna / Coax / Amplifier Usage ....................4 Hardware Installation ..................5 Connect the FLC820G to your Ethernet-enabled device ............5 Mechanical Description ......................5 System Configuration .........................6 Configure via The Web Browser ................ - Page 4 FLC820G User’s Guide PN 161-09993-000A Oct 2006...
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Page 5: Introduction
Ethernet devices at a speed of up to 54Mbps over the air data rate. Fully compliant with IEEE 802.11g/b standards, the FastLinc FLC820G modem provides powerful features such as the Windows based configuration utility, MAC address filtering, WEP and WPA security. -
Page 6: Safety & Operational Notices
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult Data-Linc Group or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. RF Exposure 1.This Transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. -
Page 7: Hardware Installation
FLC820G User’s Guide Hardware Installation Connect the FLC820G to your Ethernet-enabled device A. If using an external antenna, connect the antenna and/or amplifier to the Reverse Polarity SMA connector B. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the FLC820G and connect the other end to the Ethernet LAN port located on the device (e.g., a PLC, laptop, desktop computer, etc…). -
Page 8: System Configuration
FLC820G User’s Guide System Configuration The FLC820G can be configured in a variety of network system configurations such as AP mode, Station mode or AP with repeating mode. Note: To configure the FLC820G, go to “Configure your FLC820G”. -Access Point w/ Station Adaptor(s) The FLC820G can be configured to work as a wireless network access point with associated station adaptors. -
Page 9: Configure Via The Web Browser
FLC820G User’s Guide Configure via The Web Browser Defaults The default IP address of the FLC820G is: 192.168.0.2 The default password of the FLC820G is: “default” Login 1. Connect your computer to the FLC820G either through a wireless or wired connection. Set a fixed IP address (refer to the Troubleshooting section for more help), within the range of 192.168.0.X (X can’t be 2), to your computer. -
Page 10: Information
FLC820G User’s Guide Information The information screen shows general information about the FLC820G •Mac Address •Firmware Version •Web UI Version •Boot Version PN 161-09993-000A Oct 2006... -
Page 11: Configuration
FLC820G User’s Guide Configuration Note: Always remember to click “Apply” when making changes before exiting the FLC820G General -Access Point Name In this field, you may enter any name. This will enable you to manage your FLC820G more easily if you have multiple Ac- cess Points on the network. -
Page 12: Network Type
FLC820G User’s Guide -Network Type There are 2 network types for the FLC820G to operate. If you need to access company network or Internet via Access Point, select “Infrastructure”. To set up a group of wireless stations for files and printer sharing, select “Ad-Hoc” (without Access Point). -
Page 13: Security
FLC820G User’s Guide Security -WEP Mode The FLC820G allows you to create up to 4 data encryption keys to secure your network from unauthorized connections. To enable the encryption, all devices on the network must share the same WEP/WPA key. •Disable: Allows the FLC820G to communicate with an Access Point without any data encryption. - Page 14 FLC820G User’s Guide -WEP / WPA-PSK Key / Key Format / Passphrase For 40bit encryption you may choose: •ASCII: Enter 5 characters (case sensitive) ranging from “a-z”, “A-Z” and “0-9” (e.g. MyKey). •Hex: Alternatively, you may enter 10 hexadecimal digits in the range of “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” (e.g. 11AA22BB33). For 128bit encryption you may choose: •ASCII: Enter 13 characters (case sensitive) ranging from “a-z”, “A-Z”...
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Page 15: Access Control
FLC820G User’s Guide Access Control When an FLC820G is configured as an Access Point, Access Control is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which wireless devices are allowed or denied connection. The options include: •Open: Allows any wireless station to access the network. •Allow: Any wireless station in this list attempting to access the network is allowed. -
Page 16: Parameter Log
FLC820G User’s Guide Parameter log The Parameter log item allows you to save settings to the local hard drive by clicking “Save”. When you click the “Browse” button, you can select the saved setting files. To click “Load”, the saved settings will be loaded back. PN 161-09993-000A Oct 2006... -
Page 17: Tcp/Ip
FLC820G User’s Guide TCP/IP You may assign a static IP address to your FLC820G manually. If you would like the FLC820G to obtain the IP address from the DHCP server on your network automatically, enable the “DHCP Client” function. Note: Always remember to click “Apply” when making changes before exiting the FLC820G PN 161-09993-000A Oct 2006... -
Page 18: Statistics
FLC820G User’s Guide Statistics General When the FLC820G is set to AP this item will allow you to monitor you current connections. The status page displays the following: •Mac Address •Link Status •Rate Type •RX/TX from Ethernet packets. When the FLC820G is set to Client mode, you may view the available Access Points within range. The status page displays the following: •Link Status •ESSID... -
Page 19: Ap Browser
FLC820G User’s Guide AP Browser When the FLC820G is set to Client mode, you can browse for available Access Points. By clicking the “Refresh” button, the AP Browser will reload and display available Access Points around the working environment. Besides showing the BSSID of each Access Point, it also displays ESSID, Channel, Support Rate and Capability. -
Page 20: Firmware Upgrade
FLC820G User’s Guide Firmware Upgrade Here, you can upload the latest firmware to the FLC820G. You may either enter the file name in the entry field or browse the file by clicking the “Browse” button. Then click the “Apply” button to begin to upgrade the process. Note: Do Not Disconnect, until the firmware update is complete. -
Page 21: Technical Specifications
FLC820G User’s Guide Technical Specifications Operating Frequency License-free, 2.412-2.462 GHz Transmitter Type 802.11b / 802.11g Output Power 100mW with out amplifier 1 W with amplifier Range 10 miles (16 Km) [line-of-site, optimal conditions] RF Data Rate / 11 Mbps –89 dBm Receiver Sensitivity 802.11b Mode 5.5 Mbps –91dBm 2 Mbps –93 dBm... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
FLC820G User’s Guide Troubleshooting Assigning a Static IP Address in Windows 1.Go to “Start” > Click on “Control Panel” > Double-click on “Network Connections” > Right-click on “Local Area Connections” > Click “Properties” 2.Highlight “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and then click “Properties”. 3.Select “Use the following IP address”... -
Page 23: 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. -
Page 24: Appendix A : Enclosure Dimensions
FLC820G User’s Guide Appendix A : Enclosure Dimensions Note: Enclosure Size, Mounting Holes and Locations may change without notice, contact Data-Linc Group (425) 882-2206 for the latest Enclosure Dimensions. PN 161-09993-000A Oct 2006...