Operating Manual Contents Introduction......................4 Safety Information and Notes ................5 Storage of this Manual ................. 5 List of Notes ....................5 Installation and Setting-to-Work ................7 Installation ....................7 3.1.1 Removing the cover ................7 3.1.2 Fitting the cables ................... 7 3.1.3 Mains Variant Cable Installation............
WLAN network devices to be installed in hazardous areas. The Extronics iWAP200 is designed for use with one to four standard antennas or Extronics iANT200 series of intrinsically safe antennas for optimum coverage on Chemical Plants, Oil Refineries or Oil & Gas Platforms.
IEC 79.17 on electrical apparatus for explosive atmospheres. Warning! The iWAP200 must not be operated in Gas Zone 0, 1, or Dust Zone 20 hazardous areas. Refer to the specification for ATEX certificate information.
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Operating Manual Caution When powering the iWAP200 via POE do not apply an external power supply to the protection board. Caution Never power the iWAP200 (if fans and/or heaters are installed) via POE. Important For the installation, maintenance and cleaning of the units, it is...
Operating Manual 3 Installation and Setting-to-Work 3.1 Installation The iWAP200 is simple to install and can be secured directly to suitable surface using the mounting holes on the Enclosure. 3.1.1 Removing the cover Unscrew the four screws and remove the enclosure lid.
3.1.3 Mains Variant Cable Installation Diagram 3.1.3.1 shows the connectors on the mains variant of the iWAP200. Table 3.1.3.2 describes the pin out connection required for operation. There are two blocks of screw terminals and one RJ45 connector. The Ethernet input screw terminals are wired in parallel with the RJ45 connector.
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110/230VAC power supply. Pinouts are; 1 = Live, 2 = Neutral, 3 = Earth. Chassis Earth There are two terminals which allow a connection to earth. When the iWAP200 is delivered one of these terminals will be connected to the enclosure. The second earth terminal spare. Ethernet Input...
When connecting the access point via a fibre connection do not use any of the two Ethernet inputs of connectors. To obtain greater wired link distances the iWAP200 can be shipped with an optional fibre module. The fibre module will be connected directly to the access point, the user should attach the fibre cable directly to the fibre module using a multimode fibre cable on an ST connector.
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Only connectors 110/230VAC Input, Chassis Earth and Ethernet Input (Terminals or RJ45) are user serviceable. The end user should not connect, disconnect or alter the wiring on any other connector! Caution When powering the iWAP200 via POE do not apply an external power supply to the protection board.
When connecting the access point via a fibre connection do not use any of the two Ethernet inputs of connectors. To obtain greater wired link distances the iWAP200 can be shipped with an optional fibre module. The fibre module will be connected directly to the access point, the user should attach the fibre cable directly to the fibre module using a multimode fibre cable on an ST connector.
3.1.9 Mounting The Antennas Extronics can supply two sizes of antenna brackets which can be mounted either on the top or bottom of the enclosure. The bracket sizes offered are 365mm and 680mm in length. The brackets allow the mounting of two antennas (either the iANT100 or iANT200) at the far extremities of the bracket.
The user bears the sole risk in such cases. 4.1 Transportation and Storage All iWAP200 devices must be so transported and stored that they are not subjected to any excessive mechanical stresses. 4.2 Authorized Persons Only persons trained for the purpose are authorized to handle the iWAP200;...
The iWAP200 is not designed to be subjected to excessive stresses e.g. vibration, heat, impact. Additional protection is required to protect against these external stresses. The iWAP200 will require additional protection if it is installed in a location where it may be subjected to damage.
Radio Dependant upon chosen hardware Antennas To be used with one or two intrinsically safe antennas (not included) e.g. Extronics iANT200 series or any standard antenna conforming to the conditions of safe use in the Ex certificate...
Firetide 6000 Series Dual Radio Mesh Router Firetide Hotpoint 4500 Access Point *Extronics can supply the above wireless network hardware, alternatively you may wish to “free issue” one of the above solutions so that we can factory fit it. Please note that new hardware not already on the list above will need to be assessed and certified to determine its suitability.
Operating Manual 8 Manual Revision Revision Description Date Initial Release 05/01/06 New Front Cover Picture and Enclosure Dimensions 20/04/07 Added New Certification 30/05/08 Various Changes Throughout 13/11/08 Cert Variation 01 and Latest EC D of C Added 21/08/09 Digitally signed by Nick Saunders Nick DN: CN = Nick Saunders, C = US Reason: I am approving this...
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