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Quick start Step 1: What's in the box Step 2: Gather accessories Step 3: Connect hardware and power up Step 4: Access the WR54 local web interface Next steps Quick start using the Digi Remote Manager mobile app Hardware setup...
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Configure remote management View and manage a WR54 Configure multiple devices Learn more Digi WR54 regulatory and safety statements RF exposure statement Federal Communication (FCC) Part 15 Class B Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105) European Community - CE Mark Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
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Welcome Digi WR54 features and specifications Digi WR54 accessories Digi WR54 front view Digi WR54 LEDs Power sensor and button behavior Digi WR54 back view Digi WR54 serial connector pinout Reset the device to factory defaults Tips for improving cellular signal strength...
LTE-CAT 11 cellular with dual SIM for carrier failover/flexibility 802.11ac Wi-Fi with support for hotspots and content filtering 4 gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivy For a detailed list of WR54 hardware specifications, see Digi WR54 specifications. Digi WR54 accessories...
Welcome Digi WR54 front view Digi WR54 front view The following figure shows the front view of the WR54 dual cellular model. Other models will look slightly different. Item Decription SIM gasket Install SIM cards LEDs Digi WR54 LEDs Power button See...
Welcome Digi WR54 LEDs Digi WR54 LEDs The WR54 LEDs are located on the top front panel. The number of LEDs varies by model. During bootup, the front-panel LEDs light up in sequence to indicate boot progress. Single cellular models...
Left LED (on top of port connector) Off: No Ethernet link detected. Blinking amber: Indicates Ethernet traffic. Right LED (on top of port connector) Off: No Ethernet link detected. Solid green: 10/100 Mbps link detected. Solid amber: 1000 Mbps link detected. Digi WR54 Hardware Reference...
Power sensor and button behavior Power sensor and button behavior The WR54 has an ignition sensor that can automatically power on the device when the ignition line is You can also power on the WR54 using the Power button. Digi WR54 back view The following figure shows the back view of the WR54 dual cellular model.
Welcome Digi WR54 serial connector pinout Digi WR54 serial connector pinout The WR54 is a DTE device. The pinout for the DB9 serial connector is as follows: DTE signal Signal name RS232 signal direction DB9 pin number Transmit Data Receive Data...
To reset the device to factory defaults: 1. Locate the reset button on your device. For the WR54, the Reset button is located on top of the SIM card slots on the front panel. Remove the SIM cover to access the Reset button.
If the signal strength LEDs or the signal quality for your device indicate Poor or No service, try the following things to improve signal strength: Move the device to another location. Try connecting a different set of antennas, if available. Purchase a Digi Antenna Extender Kit: Antenna Extender Kit, 1m Antenna Extender Kit, 3m Digi WR54 Hardware Reference...
The WR54 device The WR54 label Step 2: Gather accessories Note Digi offers several WR54 accessory kits so you to purchase exactly what you need to support your WR54. See WR54 support. Here's the list of accessories used in this Quick start:...
Wait for the power LED to stop blinking. The device is ready. Step 4: Access the WR54 local web interface a. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the WR54 ETH2, ETH3, or ETH4 port to your PC. b. Open a browser and go to 192.168.1.1.
Digi WR Routers User Guide. Quick start using the Digi Remote Manager mobile app After connecting your hardware and powering up, you can use the Digi Remote Manager mobile app to quickly register your WR54 into your Digi Remote Manager account. Here's how: If you already have a Digi Remote Manager account: a.
Install SIM cards Install SIM cards To install SIM cards: 1. On the WR54 front panel, use a Philips screwdriver to remove the SIM slot cover. 2. For high-vibration environments, apply a thin layer of dielectric grease to the SIM contacts. Note If the WR54 device is used in an environment with high vibration levels, SIM card contact fretting may cause unexpected SIM card failures.
Connect the WR54 power cable to a power source. Vehicle installation The WR54 shall be powered from a 5 A fused circuit or shall be installed with an in-line Slow Blow fuse rated at 5 A. Maximum ambient operating temperature is limited to 74°C.
Hardware setup Connect power For DC installations (with a fixed system ground reference), ground the WR54 chassis to the system ground reference. For proper grounding reference: Attach the device to a grounded metal surface. Connect one end of a short AWG or larger gauge wire to the upper-right grounding hole and connect the other end to the vehicle chassis.
If 6 V < Vin < 9 V, the unit powers off after 30 seconds. If Vin < 6 V, the unit powers off after 3 seconds. Once the WR54 is powered off, it will power on again only if Vin > 11.5 V "turn-on” voltage. Digi WR54 Hardware Reference...
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Digi Remote Manager Log into Digi Remote Manager Configure remote management View and manage a WR54 Configure multiple devices Learn more Digi WR54 Hardware Reference...
3. Go to remotemanager.digi.com. 4. Log into your Digi Remote Manager account. Configure remote management Digi Remote Manager is enabled by default. Once the WR54 device has a WAN connection, it automatically connects to Digi Remote Manager. Register device in Digi Remote Manager...
Digi Remote Manager Learn more 1. Using the WR54 local web UI, configure one WR54 router to use as the model configuration for all subsequent WR54s you need to manage. 2. Register the configured WR54 in your Digi Remote Manager account.
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105) The WR54 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
The Digi WR54 is certified for use in several European countries. For information, visit www.digi.com/resources/certifications. If the Digi WR54 is incorporated into a product, the manufacturer must ensure compliance of the final product with articles 3.1a and 3.1b of the RE Directive (Radio Equipment Directive). A Declaration of Conformity must be issued for each of these standards and kept on file as described in the RE Directive (Radio Equipment Directive).
Digi WR54 regulatory and safety statements ANATEL (Brazil) ANATEL (Brazil) Modelo: WR54-A106/WR54-A206 04208-19-01209 Para maiores informações, consulte o site da ANATEL www.anatel.gov.br Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados.
40 MHz wide spaced at 5 MHz. Centered at 2.412 MHz to 2.462 MHz. The WR54 device supports 4 overlapping channels (channels 36, 40, 44, and 48) at 351.295 mW 22 MHz or 40 MHz or 80 MHz wide spaced at 5 MHz.
RoHS compliance statement RoHS compliance statement All Digi International Inc. products that are compliant with the RoHS Directive (EU Directive 2002/95/EC and subsequent amendments) are marked as RoHS COMPLIANT. RoHS COMPLIANT means that the substances restricted by the EU Directive 2002/95/EC and subsequent amendments...
Special safety notes for wireless routers Digi International products are designed to the highest standards of safety and international standards compliance for the markets in which they are sold. However, cellular-based products contain radio devices which require specific consideration. Take the time to read and understand the following guidance.
Digi WR54 regulatory and safety statements Product disposal instructions Wireless routers receive and transmit radio frequency energy when power is on. Interference can occur when using the router close to TV sets, radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always power off your router wherever forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.
International EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards This product complies with the requirements of the following Electromagnetic Compatibility standards. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the product. Contact your Digi representative for repair information. Certification category Standards EN 300 328 v1.8.1...
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