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Adaptive 12883004SP Manual

Replacing the wifi access point or bridge
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Overview
The WiFi Access Point transmits messages from the
computer to the Bridge unit located near the sign. The
Bridge receives the wireless message signal from the
the Access Point and sends them to the sign for display.
These instructions explain how to replace an Access
Point (AP) or Bridge unit connected to an Excite,
RoadStar, or StreetSmart sign that is using Ooh!Media
software.
Replacing the AP or Bridge unit consists of three steps:
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Step 1 - Configure the AP or Bridge
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Step 2 - Replace the AP or Bridge
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Step 3 - Send a test message
If you need assistance during the replacement, contact
Adaptive's Technical Support team at (414) 357-2020
extension 519.
Tools and equipment
The following is a guideline, specific tools and
equipment shall be assessed at the installation site:
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Appropriate tools to remove and install the
Access Point or Bridge units.
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Access to the computer that will be used to
send messages to the sign to verify proper
operation of the WiFi unit. This computer must
have ooh!Media software installed on it.
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Current IP address settings of the WiFi unit
being replaced.
Adaptive Micro Systems • 7840 North 86th Street • Milwaukee, WI 53224 USA • 414-357-2020 • 414-357-2029 (fax) • http://www.adaptivedisplays.com
March 27, 2008
Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge
(AP pn 12883004SP , Bridge pn 12883003SP)
© Copyright 2008
Contents of the WiFi Replacement kit
Qty
1
Wireless Access Point or Bridge unit
* 48V, 0.375A AC/DC adapter with
1
wall-plug power cable
1
* Inline Power Injector (PoE)
1
* 1.8m Grounding cable
1
User's manual CD-ROM
1
* Wall mounting kit
1
* Mast mounting kit
1
* Waterproof kit
1
* 25ft CAT5 Outdoor cable
1
Replacement instructions
* Not all items in the WiFi replacement kit will be
used during the replacement. Replace
components that look damaged or weathered.
Items not used may be kept and used as spare
parts.
Description
Part Number 1288610102 rev. C

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  • Page 1 • Current IP address settings of the WiFi unit being replaced. Adaptive Micro Systems • 7840 North 86th Street • Milwaukee, WI 53224 USA • 414-357-2020 • 414-357-2029 (fax) • http://www.adaptivedisplays.com March 27, 2008 © Copyright 2008 Part Number 1288610102 rev. C...
  • Page 2 Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Step 1: Configure the AP or Bridge Connect the hardware 1. Plug the Ethernet cable from the AP or Bridge unit into the AP/Bridge port of the PoE injector. 2. Plug an Ethernet cable from your computer or network into the Network port of the PoE injector. 3.
  • Page 3 Note: If replacing the Ethernet cable, leave a sufficient amount of slack near the cable connection point and create a “Service Loop”. Refer to Adaptive’s service bulletin “SB 08-0002 Excite Installation Practice Tip for Cables” at www.adaptivedisplays.com for more details.

  • Page 4: Step 3: Send A Test Message

    Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Step 3: Send a test message 1. Start Ooh!Media. Click Start > All Programs > Ooh!Media > Ooh!Media. 2. In the lower portion of the Ooh!Media window under Run-time Objects, click the insert new text button. Insert new text button A new text message box appears in Ooh!Media.
  • Page 5 Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Changing the IP address for the AP, Bridge, or computer To change the AP’s or Bridge’s IP address If your network configuration requires the AP or Bridge to have a different IP address, you can do so at any time by following these instructions.
  • Page 6 Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge 2. In the Network Connections window, right-click Local Area Connection and choose Properties. 3. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click the Properties button. 4. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog, select Use the following IP address and enter the following: 192.168.1.10 IP Address:...

  • Page 7: Troubleshooting

    Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Troubleshooting If nothing appears on the sign when you send messages from Ooh!Media, the first step is to verify there is communication with the sign. You can do this by “pinging” the sign. Ping is a tool used on computer networks to test whether devices are reachable.
  • Page 8 Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge To ping the sign, Bridge, or Access Point 1. The ping command is performed from within the Windows command prompt window (also referred to as the DOS window). To open the command prompt, click the Start button and select Run. A command window similar to the following appears.

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