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Page 1: Warranty & Copyright Information
Model 2472AA Long Range, Moderate Power Wireless CPE/Outdoor Bridge Instruction Manual Telex Communications, Inc. 8601 East Cornhusker Hwy, Lincoln, NE 68505 Rev. A, April 2004... - Page 2 TELEX LIMITED WARRANTY Uniform Limited Warranty: Telex branded products are warranted by Telex Communications, Inc. against malfunction due to defects in materials and workmanship for a specified period, as noted in the individual product-line statements below, beginning with the date of original purchase by the end- user.
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Page 3: Fcc Statement
FCC STATEMENT This Wireless CPE has been tested and complies with the specifications 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. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warranty & Copyright Information FCC Statement Chapter 1: Introduction The Telex Wireless CPE/Outdoor Bridge Features Package Contents Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless CPE Inside the Wireless CPE The Power-Over-Ethernet Injector The Rear Panel LED’s Chapter 3: Installing the Wireless CPE Selecting a Mounting Location Attaching the Mounting Bracket and Aiming Routing the CAT5 cable... -
Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction The Telex Wireless CPE/Outdoor Bridge Perfect for the home or small office connection to the network, the Telex Wireless CPE (Customer Premise Equipment) extends wireless connectivity from an access point to any Ethernet-ready network device, such as a switch, router, desktop or notebook PC. The Wireless CPE simply and efficiently transmits data between 10Base-T and your wireless LAN or wireless ISP access point. -
Page 6: Features
Features • An All- in-One Wireless Solution for any Ethernet-Ready Network Device • Easy IE and Netscape Web browser configuration, no additional drivers needed • Interoperable with 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4 GHz Equipment, Prism 2.5 based • Up to 11 Mbps High-Speed Data Rate, Throughput up to 5.5 Mbps •... -
Page 7: Package Contents
Package Contents PoE Injector 12V Power Supply 7’ Cat5 Cable Telex CPE Angle Bracket Hardware pack CD & Quick Guide Tools and Hardware Needed: The following tools will be needed to assemble and mount your wireless CPE: 7/16” nut driver or wrench 5/16”... -
Page 8: Chapter 2: Getting To Know The Wireless Cpe
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless CPE Inside the Wireless CPE Before you can either test or install the Telex Wireless CPE, you must attach a length of outdoor- rated (external) CAT-5 Ethernet cable to the unit. Remove the access panel from the rear panel of the CPE using a 5/16”... -
Page 9: The Power-Over-Ethernet Injector
You will see a small 2-position slide switch near the RJ45 socket. If you are connecting the wireless CPE directly to a computer network card or other Ethernet device, then slide this switch toward the RJ45 socket. If you are connecting the wireless CPE to a hub or switch, then slide this switch away from the RJ45 socket. -
Page 10: The Rear Panel Led's
The Rear Panel LED’s (v 1.2.5 firmware) There are 4 LED’s visible from the rear side of the wireless CPE. These can be seen through the small window in the access panel. When powered-up, the first green LED will be lit ONLY if the PoE box is connected to an active Ethernet port. -
Page 11: Chapter 3: Installing The Wireless Cpe
Chapter 3: Installing the Wireless CPE Selecting a Mounting Location It is very important to position the CPE to ensure the highest possible data transfer speed in all kinds of weather and in all seasons. The wireless CPE operates on a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz and must be line-of-sight (LOS) with the access point (AP) or other CPE if in Ad-Hoc mode. - Page 12 If attaching the wireless CPE to a mast, pipe or DSS dis h- mount, then attach the angle bracket to the mast as shown, using the U-bolts, nuts, washers and serrated clamps from the parts bag. If possible, sight along the top of the angle bracket to aim the wireless CPE in the correct direction. If you are using a vertical mast and require upward or downward beam tilt to the AP, then use the optional holes in the angle bracket to obtain a 10 degree tilt, either up or down.
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Page 13: Routing The Cat5 Cable
Routing the CAT-5 cable When you have completed aiming and securing the CPE to the mount, attach and secure the CAT-5 cable to the mounting pipe or other support using tie wraps or black electrical tape. Secure the CAT-5 cable to the outside wall of the building using cable clamps and wood screws or other suitable hardware. - Page 14 WARNING: Make sure that the front of the antenna is pointed away from any humans or animals while power is applied! A safe distance is approximately 10 inches or more. The rear side of the CPE is always safe. The PoE injector box may be placed on the floor or mounted anywhere near the computer, hub, switch or router.
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Page 15: Chapter 4: Configuring The Wireless Cpe
Chapter 4: Configuring the Wireless CPE Overview The Telex wireless CPE is shipped with default (factory-set) values for certain network settings. You will need to change these settings at the client location to match those provided by your ISP or IS Department. To do this requires 3 main steps: 1. -
Page 16: Change Your Computer Network Settings
Step 1: Change your computer network settings a. Enable TCP/IP networking on your PC if you have not already done so, then right-click (use the right mouse button) on the Network (My Network Places) icon on your computer’s desktop and select Properties from the pop-up menu. b. -
Page 17: System Status
System Status The following page should be displayed if no access points are available. Make sure that the Firmware Version is current (see Chapter 7). Check the Telex website occasionally to check for updates. Select the Wireless Scan page to show available access points and their channel, signal level and BSS Mode (including WEP). - Page 18 Click on Magnify in New Window to open a large font window for use in antenna aiming. This window automatically updates every few seconds. It should look like this: The Ethernet Clients page will show all computers currently wired to this CPE.
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Page 19: Configuration
Configuration To enter the SSID, Channel, Transmission Rate, Access Point Density or RTS information manually, select the Wireless screen as shown below. For information on any selection, press the Help page tab. Make any changes you require, then click Save. To use standard WEP security, select the Security page tab shown below and select WEP enabled. - Page 20 To set the IP Address of the CPE, use the IP Network configuration page as shown below. If you change the CPE’s static IP address to a different subnet, make sure that you also change your computer’s IP address after exiting the browser. Otherwise, the computer and CPE will not be able to communicate with each other.
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Page 21: Administration
Administration In the Bandwidth Management page shown below, you may set the Upstream and Downstream bandwidth limits for this CPE. In the Security Settings page shown below, you may set the User Name and Password for this web interface. Make sure that you write down this information and store in a safe place so that it is not forgotten or stolen. -
Page 22: Tools
Tools In the Events Logging page shown below, you may use these options to configure a Syslog client, which can send events and information messages to a Syslog server. In the Reboot & Reset page shown below, you may use the Reboot button to immediately reboot the CPE. -
Page 23: Help Pages
Help Pages The Help pages are accessible from most Configuration, Administration and Tools pages by pressing the Help button. Remote Access When all changes have been made and saved at the client CPE location, close the browser. Subsequent changes may now be made from either the client location or anywhere on the network as long as you are in the same subnet. -
Page 24: Reset Your Computer Network Settings
Step 3: Reset Your Computer Network Settings The last step in the CPE configuration is to reset your computer network settings so they match the settings used by your CPE and your ISP’s or LAN’s access point. This step may be skipped if no changes were made to the CPE IP address during Step 2. -
Page 25: Chapter 5: Managing The Wireless Cpe
Chapter 5: Managing the Wireless CPE The initial association of the CPE with an access point must be performed at the client location. However, once connected to the network, the CPE’s settings may be monitored and changed from any computer on the same sub net. From this remote computer, open the web browser and enter the CPE’s IP address as the URL. -
Page 26: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Problem: After plugging in all cables and applying DC power to PoE, no lights come on. Possible Causes / Solutions: Cat-5 cable not wired to RJ45 plugs correctly. Replace Cat-5 cable & check wiring Cables plugged into wrong jacks of PoE box use correct jacks Defective power supply Replace power supply... -
Page 27: Chapter 7: Firmware Documentation
Chapter 7: Firmware Documentation The current firmware is 1.2.5 - 1.1.1 – 1.5.6. This is Ethernet PCB firmware version 1.2.5 and PRISM firmware 1.1.1 (primary) and 1.5.6 (secondary). To upgrade firmware, ensure that the CPE and attached comp uter are on the same subnet, then run the supplied Locator tool. 1.2.5-1.1.1-1.5.6 Release Notes: Default settings: IP: 192.168.1.99... -
Page 28: Chapter 8: Specifications
Chapter 8: 2472AA Specifications General: Model Number 2472AA Standard IEEE 802.11b, 802.3 Regulatory Certifications FCC Part 15 Mode Point-to-Point under Part 15.247 Channels 11 Channels (US, Canada) Frequency Band 2.400 – 2.483 GHz Radio Type Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Modulation CCK (11, 5.5 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps)