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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Product features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. xG® and xMax® are registered trademarks of xG Technology, Inc. All other trademarks used herein are property of their respective owners. For the latest product documentation and software updates, please refer to our Web site at www.xGTechnology.com/support...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Table of Contents Introduction ....................... 5 About this Product ........................5 About this Book ........................5 Before You Begin ........................5 Hardware Overview ....................6 Before Powering the CN3100 Vehicle Modem ................ 6 Connectors ..........................7 Status LED ..........................
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! The CN3100 Vehicle Modem is a ruggedized subscriber device. It is waterproof and made to handle wide temperature ranges. While primarily designed for vehicle usage, the device may be used in fixed locations, such as in parks or at outdoor events.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! The CN3100 Vehicle Modem is a self-contained IEEE 802.11b/g access point and xMax modem. It is a full-featured hotspot allowing connection by up to 5 users. The CN3100 is totally protected against dust and moisture.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! The CN3100 features seven connectors: Four external xMax antenna connectors (N-type Jack, Female Socket) A connector for an external WiFi antenna (TNC Jack, Female Socket) A weatherproof Ethernet connector A weatherproof Power connector...
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Be sure to read, understand and follow these instructions. Heed all warnings. Only use accessories and attachments specified by xG Technology. Keep a copy of these instructions for future reference. The CN3100 Vehicle Modem MUST only be installed by a professional installer. It is the responsibility of the installer to adjust the transmit power level to ensure that the output power plus antenna gain does not cause the device to exceed FCC Part 15 output power regulations.
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Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by xG Technology could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and void the product warranty. CN3100 Vehicle Modem - Installation Guide - G7609 - 3.0 - DRAFT...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! The CN3100 has four antenna connectors — two Tx/Rx and two Rx-only. All connectors are always used. The WiFi antenna can be positioned in any convenient location. On a vehicle, magnetic-mount or through-hole mount antennas may be used.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! The following illustrations show typical antenna configurations. The antennas must be separated by at least 2 feet (0.6 meters) in horizontal and vertical orientation. This is the minimum separation distance required for proper operation.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! This procedure should be completed before installing the CN3100 in a service location. These steps set up the CN3100 Vehicle Modem for use. After completing these configuration steps, the CN3100 Vehicle Modem will be fully functional and ready for installation and operation.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Connect the flying leads on the supplied weatherproof power connector to a 12 to 19 VDC power supply capable of providing 3 amp service. 5. Secure the power plug to the power connector on the CN3100 Vehicle Modem.
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Settings – WiFi view. xG Technology strongly recommends that you change the SSID and WPA security key. NOTE Before saving changes, be sure to write down the new SSID, and then keep it in a safe place...
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Change User Password section, displays the current Username. xG Technology strongly recommends that you change the default Account Password. IMPORTANT Before clicking Apply, be sure to write down the new password, and then keep it in a safe place for future reference.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! NOTE xG Technology recommends that the CN3100 Vehicle Modem be configured on a bench before installing the device in the field. See Configuring the CN3100 Vehicle Modem on page 14. This checklist may be of assistance in assembling the parts needed to complete the installation.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! These steps outline the basic tasks required to complete a successful installation. Your specific steps will depend upon the requirements of your system design. 1. Select an appropriate location to mount the CN3100 Vehicle Modem and secure it in place with an appropriate mounting bracket.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! When within range of an operating CN3100 Vehicle Modem, any authorized Internet-ready device is enabled to securely connect to the Internet through the xMax Network. These steps connect WiFi devices to the xMax Network.
For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Much like a common wireless router, the CN3100 Vehicle Modem requires only minimal configuration for general use. Additional configuration features, however, are available using the CN3100 Vehicle Modem Management tool. CN3100 Vehicle Modem tool provides a means to perform the complex configuration tasks in a visually appealing, Web-based interface.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! CN3100 Vehicle Modem window opens to the Home view, as shown. Figure 1: CN3100 Vehicle Modem – Home View There are six CN3100 Vehicle Modem Management tabs at the top of the window.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! This diagram shows the major functions in each of the CN3100 Vehicle Modem Management views. Topics in this guide describe the features and usage information for each CN3100 Vehicle Modem Management function. Click one of the six...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Home view is the initial page presented. This page displays real-time System Information from the xMCC database for: Devices Memory Traffic Statistics Active Clients Information – Home view displays Device Information: ...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Information – xMax view displays Information: Configuration Type Total Traffic RF Settings Wireless Information – WiFi view displays Information: Wireless Status Wireless Packets Wireless Clients CN3100 Vehicle Modem - Installation Guide - G7609 - 3.0 - DRAFT...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Information – Sys-Info view displays System Information: Device Memory Traffic Statistics Active Clients Information – Tools view displays System Tools: Network Tools Click the down arrow to the right of...
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Settings – Other view enables configuration of additional settings: RADIUS Secret Enable System Reboot Date/Time Settings: Manually set date, time, and time zone, or Time/Date Sync Options: Automatically syncs the date and time with a preset Internet time IP address.
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For xG Technology Internal Review Only! Accounts view enables the currently logged-in user to update the account password. Upgrade view displays the software versions for the CN3100 Vehicle Modem components: Software Components xMax Components This view also enables upgrading and rollback of the firmware and software on the CN3100 Vehicle Modem.
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