BandLuxe R501 User Manual

BandLuxe R501 User Manual

Lte/hspa+/evdo voip router

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User Manual
BandLuxe
R500 Series
LTE/HSPA+/EVDO
VOIP Router
P/N:64008500011 Rev.B

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  • Page 1 User Manual BandLuxe R500 Series LTE/HSPA+/EVDO VOIP Router P/N:64008500011 Rev.B...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ..............1 Package Contents ..............3 Package Contents ................. 3 Features ....................3 Hardware Overview ................5 Installation ................7 Basic Functions ................... 99 Wizard Setup ................15 Internet Setup ................. 17 Basic Setting ..................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Status ..................49 4G LTE & Internet ................49 Router ....................51 Telephony ................53 VOIP ....................53 Appendix A: FAQ ..............54 Appendix B: Specification ............ 60 Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary . 65 Europe –...
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    • LTE/HSPA+ /EVDO VOIP Router • Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Support • Supports VOIP over RJ11 (Analog Phone) • FDD-SKU (R501) ( R505) (R528) Uplink up to 50 Mbps , Downlink up to 100Mbps • TDD-SKU (R508) (R509S) Uplink up to 17 Mbps , Downlink up to 68Mbps...
  • Page 6 Package Contents • Operating Frequency Bands SKU (R501) o LTE: 800/1800/2600MHz o UMTS/HSPA+: 850/1900 MHz SKU (R505) o LTE: AWS/700MHz o UMTS/HSPA+: AWS/850/1900 MHz SKU (R508) o LTE: 2300MHz o UMTS/HSPA+: 2100 MHz o GSM/EDGE: 900/1800 MHz SKU (R509S) o LTE: 2500MHz...
  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Package Contents Hardware Overview 4G External To connect the main 4G External Antenna if Antenna Port needed. Reset Button To reset the Router, press the reset button briefly. To restore the Router's factory settings, press the reset button for longer than 5 sec. LAN Port Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.
  • Page 8 Package Contents SIM Slot Insert SIM/USIM. Push-push type. 4G External To connect the secondary 4G External Antenna Antenna Port if needed. Power LED Solid light indicates that the power supply is connected properly. WiFi External To connect to a WiFi External Antenna if Antenna Port needed.
  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Installation 1. Connect the power adaptor to the Router and connect it to an outlet. 2. Insert your SIM card into the slot on the Router, making sure the SIM card orientation matches the SIM card slot, as shown in the picture. 3.
  • Page 10 Installation 4. One of the following two methods can be chosen to link your Router with a PC. A. To link the Router with your PC via Wi-Fi, in Microsoft Windows, go to Control Panel > Network Connections, right-click on Wireless Network Connection, and choose View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 11: Basic Functions

    Installation The Router uses a web-based configuration utility. To access the configuration utility, open a browser (for example Internet Explorer) and enter the IP address (http://192.168.1.1) or the URL (http://R500.ROUTER) for the Router in your browser’s address bar. Enter the Router User name and Password. Basic Functions Powering On and Off To power the router on, slide the power switch located on the side of the...
  • Page 12 Installation Signal Strength Type of Radio Access Technology Short Messaging Service (SMS) WLAN On/Off Radio Access Roaming On/Off VoIP status Ethernet status Subscriber's Network Operator Date & Clock Connection Status Status Indicators The top of the screen may display the following icons, depending on the status of the device.
  • Page 13 Installation New SMS No SMS WiFi On WiFi Off WiFi Roaming Roaming Roaming Registered Registered VoIP Status Connected Connection Ethernet The Signal Strength icon indicates the relative strength of the radio signal from the nearest base station. The Radio Access Network icon indicates the subscriber’s network mobile technology.
  • Page 14 Installation Other Device Information Searching Upon inserting a SIM card, the router begins to search for a signal from the network provider. If the signals from the network provider can not be reached, No Service is displayed. If the router is connected to radio access network, then the network provider name, type of radio access technology and signal strength are displayed.
  • Page 15 Installation automatic configuration of secure Wi-Fi networks between two WPS supported devices. If your wireless adapter supports WPS, the WPS feature can be a user-friendly and simple process to get your Wi-Fi network up and running. 1. Enable WiFi. 2. Press and hold the WPS button for at least 5 seconds. WPS connecting is displayed.
  • Page 16 Installation Screen Saver Mode PIN enabled Act via Web The screen automatically enters Screen Saver Mode after 60 seconds of inactivity. The Date and Time are displayed moving randomly on the screen. Short pressing the WPS key or any router state changes such as incoming VoIP call, LAN disconnect, etc.
  • Page 17: Wizard Setup

    Wizard Setup Wizard Setup User can set preferred settings step by step via the Wizard. User can select the preferred language and then set the Wizard via Basic Setting> Network Setting > Basic Wi-Fi Network.
  • Page 19: Internet Setup

    Internet Setup Internet Setup Basic Setting Connection Type The Router can connect to the internet via either LTE/3G or Ethernet. Select the type of connection with higher priority. The selected type will be used for powering on the router when both types are available. 4G LTE Setting Get Latest APN Database Get the latest Profile Name, Number, User Name, Password, and APN...
  • Page 20 Internet Setup Roaming Connection To allow roaming network connection, select Enabled. To block roaming connection, select Disabled. Note: Rates for roaming can be very high. Contact your mobile network operator for rates and more information. APN Setting The APN (Access Point Name) is provided by your mobile network operator.
  • Page 21 Internet Setup password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Service Name: Enter the ISP Service Name (optional). Keep Alive: The Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router automatically tries to re-establish your connection.
  • Page 22: Ddns

    Internet Setup DDNS DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service) is a system that allows the domain name data held in a name server to be updated in real time. It allows an Internet domain name to be assigned to a computer with a varying (dynamic) IP address.
  • Page 23: Host

    Internet Setup Host Host Name This field allows you to assign a host name for the Router. Some ISPs require this name as identification. In most cases, leaving the fields blank will work. MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission.
  • Page 24: Time

    Internet Setup Time Time Setting Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu according to your current location. Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes: Select the checkbox to enable Daylight Saving time.
  • Page 25: Router Setup

    Router Setup Router Setup Router password and Network setting Router Access You can change the Router’s password here. Enter the password you want to set in the Router Password field, and re-enter it in the Re-Enter to confirm field. Then click Save Settings. Router IP This is the Router’s IP address and subnet mask which is seen in your local network.
  • Page 26 Router Setup DHCP Service DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN network. If the Router’s DHCP server option is enabled, make sure there is no other DHCP server on your network.
  • Page 27: Advanced Routing

    Router Setup Advanced Routing NAT Setup The Network Address Translation (NAT) service is a standard that allows multiple computers on a private network to share a single public IP address. The Routing Information Protocol (RIP) helps the Router dynamically adapt to changes of network routes by communicating information about which networks each Router can reach and how far away those networks are.
  • Page 28 Router Setup 1. Click Add. 2. In the Destination LAN IP field, enter the Destination IP address that will be assigned to a specific network or host. 3. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask associated with the Destination IP. 4.
  • Page 29: Wifi Setup

    WiFi Setup WiFi Setup Basic WiFi Network Basic WiFi Network Wireless Settings Enable WiFi Interface: Select this option to enable the WiFi feature on the router. Network Name (SSID): Network Name is used for identifying the Wireless LAN (WLAN). Standard Channel: The radio channel number. The permissible channels depend on the Regulatory Domain (e.g in the USA, it is 1 to 11).
  • Page 30 WiFi Setup Working Mode: From this drop-down menu, you can select the type of wireless standard for your WiFi network. Transmit Power: The power level for WiFi transmission to be used by the router. RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting. If inconsistent data flow is a problem, only a minor modification should be made.
  • Page 31 WiFi Setup Open System This wireless standard uses no authentication. Encryption: Choose NONE or WEP from the drop down list. WEP: The Router supports two WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) standards: 64-bit and 128-bit. Select a standard from the drop-down list. The 64-bits encryption requires 10 hexadecimal digits (letters a-f and numbers 0-9 are valid).
  • Page 32 WiFi Setup Encryption: Choose TKIP, AES, TKIPAES from the drop down list. AES is a stronger encryption method than TKIP. TKIPAES uses either TKIP or AES during the connection. Rekey Interval: Enter a key renewal value to tell the Router how often it should change the encryption keys..
  • Page 33 WiFi Setup the use of a RADIUS authentication server. Encryption: Choose TKIP, AES, TKIPAES from the drop down list. Rekey Interval: Enter a key renewal value to tell the Router how often it should change the encryption keys. WPAPSK Type: Choose ASCII or HEX from the drop down list. WPAPSK: Enter the key shared between the Router and the server.
  • Page 34 WiFi Setup selecting Deny and entering the appropriate MAC address.
  • Page 35: Wps

    WiFi Setup  Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard designed to easily setup and automatically configure secure Wi-Fi networks between two WPS supported devices. If the client PC supports WPS, the WPS feature can be a user-friendly and simple process to get your Wi-Fi network up and running.
  • Page 36: 4G Lte Setup

    4G LTE Setup 4G LTE Setup PIN Verification U/SIM's PIN Verification If your SIM card PIN protection is enabled, you must enter the PIN code for verification. Enter the code in the PIN Code field, and click Verify.
  • Page 37: Pin Management

    4G LTE Setup PIN Management U/SIM's PIN Management After your SIM card is verified, you can enable or disable the PIN protection on your SIM card. Select Enabled or Disabled, and click Apply. U/SIM's Change PIN You can change the PIN code on the SIM card. Enter your original PIN code in the Old PIN Code field, enter the new PIN code in the New PIN Code field and the New PIN Confirm field, and click Change.
  • Page 38: Sim Management

    4G LTE Setup SIM Management U/SIM's SIM Management If the router has SIM lock function, you are not allowed to use the ISP SIM which is not in the SIM locked list. You may input the NCK code to unlock it.
  • Page 39: Preferred Network

    4G LTE Setup Preferred Network Preferred Network Network Type: In the drop-down menu, select the network type your SIM card supports. The available network types are automatically detected when you insert your SIM card. If you do not know the network type, select LTE First.
  • Page 40: Security Setup

    Security Setup Security Setup Firewall Firewall This tab is used to configure a firewall that filters out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network. SPI Firewall Protection The SPI (stateful packet inspection) firewall is programmed to recognize legitimate packets for different types of connections.
  • Page 41 Security Setup Filter Internet NAT Redirection: To prevent local computers from using public IP addresses to access local servers, select Filter Internet NAT Redirection. Filter IDENT (Port 113): This feature keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices outside of your local network. Web filter services Using the Web Filters feature, you may enable up to four specific filtering methods.
  • Page 42: Internet Access Policy

    Security Setup Internet Access Policy Access can be managed by a policy. Use the settings on this screen to establish and access policies. To display a policy’s settings, select the policy from the drop-down menu.
  • Page 43 Security Setup To create an Internet access policy: 1. Select a number from the Access Policy dropdown menu. 2. Enter a policy name in the field provided. 3. To enable the policy, select Enabled. 4. To select which PCs are affected by the policy, click Edit List. The List of PCs screen appears.
  • Page 44 Security Setup only add up to 4 applications.) Enter the information in the Application Name and Port Range fields and select the Protocol type, then click Add. To modify an existing application, select the application from the Blocked List, make the appropriate changes and click Modify. To delete an existing application from the Blocked List, select the application and click Delete.
  • Page 45: Single Port Forward

    Security Setup  Single Port Forward Single Port Forwarding Port Forwarding allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, and other specialized Internet applications. To forward a single port: 1. Click Add. 2.
  • Page 46: Port Range Forward

    Security Setup Port Range Forward Port Range Forwarding Port Range Forwarding allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, and other specialized Internet applications. To forward a port range: 1. Click Add. 2.
  • Page 47: Port Range Trigger

    Security Setup Port Range Trigger Port Range Triggering This feature allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The Router remembers the IP address of the computer that sends the matching data, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules.
  • Page 48: Qos

    Security Setup QoS Control Quality of service is the ability to provide different priorities to different applications, users, or data flows, or to guarantee a certain level of performance to a data flow. Wireless WMM Support: If no devices on your network support WMM, select Disabled.
  • Page 49 Security Setup Category There are four categories available. Select one of the categories and proceed to the instructions for your selection. To add an online games or applications: 1. Select the appropriate online games or applications. 2. Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium, Normal, or Low. 3.
  • Page 50 Security Setup Summary This lists the QoS entries you have created for your applications and devices. Select Edit to edit an item or Remove to remove the item. Preset items cannot be edited.
  • Page 51: Status

    Status Status 4G LTE & Internet Signal Quality When you access the Internet via a mobile network, click Refresh to show the signal strength. U/SIM Status Your SIM card verification status is shown in this area. Clicking Pin unlock displays the PIN Verification tab.
  • Page 52 Status Register Network Network Name: This shows the name of your network operator. Network Technology: This shows the network technology you are currently using. Home/Roaming: This indicates whether the Router is in Home or Roaming status. Clicking Select network displays the Preferred Network tab. Internet Connection Connection Type: This indicates the type of Internet connection you are using.
  • Page 53: Router

    Status Router Firmware Information Firmware Version: This is the Router’s current firmware. Modem Version: This is the LTE/3G Module’s current firmware. Current Time: This shows the time, as you set on the Optional tab. Local Network Local MAC Address: This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen by your Router IP Address: The Router’s IP Address that appears on your local network.
  • Page 54 Status your local network. DHCP Server: The status of the DHCP server function is displayed here. Clicking the Change button displays the Network Setting tab. Start IP Address: This shows the beginning of the range of IP Addresses used by devices on your local Ethernet network. End IP Address: The end of the range of IP Addresses used by devices on your local Ethernet network is shown here.
  • Page 55: Telephony

    Telephony Telephony VOIP VOIP VOIP allows the user to connect a standard analog phone to the router via the RJ-11 jack and make voice calls over the internet. Use the information provided by your ISP or VOIP service provider to complete the relevant fields.
  • Page 56: Appendix A: Faq

    Appendix A: FAQ Appendix A: FAQ Q: What does the Power LED indicate? A: The Power LED with solid yellow indicates the Router is on. Q: How to connect to the Router? A: 1. Connect an Ethernet cable between the PC/NB and the Router. 2.
  • Page 57 Appendix A: FAQ Q: Why can't I link on the GUI? A: If you have changed your WiFi security, SSID, Local IP address, you have to repair your network to get a new IP so that you can link the GUI.
  • Page 58 Appendix A: FAQ Vista/Win 7: 1. If you are a WiFi user, please click Network and Sharing Center > Manage network connections > Wireless Network Connection > Diagnose 2. Please click Reset the network adapter “Wireless Network Connection” and it will began to repair. 3.
  • Page 59 Appendix A: FAQ Q: How to setup my WiFi settings from GUI? A: Entering the GUI first then click WiFi > Basic WiFi Network, you can setup your basic WiFi settings here. If you want to set your WiFi Security please click “Basic WiFi Network”.
  • Page 60 Appendix A: FAQ Q: What should be noted when 802.11n is selected? A: For higher data transfer throughput, ensure that the router is not configured to use WEP or TKIP A: Is there any limitation for the WPS function? Q: If you want to use WPS function, make sure that the router is not configured to use WEP as its encryption in Basic WiFi Netwok >...
  • Page 61 Appendix A: FAQ Q: Why can’t I use VPN via Router? A: You may check your office IP settings, the IP settings must not conflict with each other. Q: How do I do the settings when I use xDSL to link the Router? A: 1.
  • Page 62: Appendix B: Specification

    Long push (>5s): Reset to factory default setting Reset button Short push: device reset SIM slot LCD Display Connectivity and Data Speed SKU: R501 LTE Band 2600/1800/EDD800 MHz LTE Bandwidth Up to 20 MHz LTE Data Rate Downlink: up to 100Mbps, Uplink: up to 50Mbps...
  • Page 63 Appendix B: Specification WLAN 802.11b/g/n Voice call VOIP SKU: R505A LTE Band AWS/700MHz LTE Bandwidth Up to 20 MHz LTE Data Rate Downlink: up to 100Mbps, Uplink: up to 50Mbps UMTS/ HSPA+ Band AWS/850/1900 MHz WLAN 802.11b/g/n Voice call VOIP SKU: R508 LTE Band 2300 MHz...
  • Page 64 Appendix B: Specification SKU:R501 Embedded, diversity band at 2600/1800/EDD800 MHz SKU:R505/R505A Embedded, diversity band at AWS band and 700 MHz(band Cellular Rx Diversity 12/17) Antenna SKU:R508 Embedded, diversity band at 2300 MHz( B40) MHz SKU:R509S Embedded, diversity band at 2500 MHz( B38) MHz...
  • Page 65 Appendix B: Specification Wireless LAN 802.11b data rate 1/2/5.5/11 Mbps, Auto or Fixed Rate 802.11g data rate 1/2/5.5/11/6/9/12/18/24/36/48/54 Mbps, Auto or Fixed Rate 802.11n data rate 65/135/270(2x2 MIMO) Mbps, Auto or Fixed Rate WPA2/WPA/AES/TKIP, WPA/WPA2 PSK mode, 802.1x (identify all EAP types supported), None/64/128 bits WEP Security Encryption, MAC filter, open system and shared key authentication, SSID Broadcast Disable, WPS.
  • Page 66 Appendix B: Specification Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensing Certification FCC, GCF conformance RoHS...
  • Page 67: Appendix C: Important Safety Information And Glossary

    Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity European Union Notice Products with CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC), the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC), and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
  • Page 68: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary ETSI EN 301 489-17 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems. ETSI EN 301 908-1 & -2 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);...
  • Page 69 Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 70: Glossary

    Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary Glossary 2G: Second-generation mobile networking technology. Represents a switchover from analog to digital; most 2G networks use GSM. 3G: Third-generation mobile networking technology that enables simultaneous transfer of voice and non-voice data; most 3G networks use WCDMA. 3.5G: A more recent standard of mobile networking technology;...
  • Page 71 Appendix C: Important Safety Information and Glossary next step and is more focused on delivering data services enabling speeds of up to 42Mbps in the downlink and 11Mbps in the uplink. IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity): A number unique to each GSM/UMTS device that can be used block network access by a stolen mobile device.

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