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- Page 1 IF1-WF01 Wireless LAN Interface Board User Manual CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN CO., LTD. 6-1-12, Tanashi-cho, Nishi-Tokyo-shi, Tokyo, 188-8511. Japan TEL. +81-424-68-4608 sales-op@systems.citizen.co.jp http://www.citizen-systems.co.jp/english/...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents .........................2 Read before using ......................3 Safety Instructions ......................4 1. Introduction ......................9 1-1. Features ..........................9 1-2. Checking the Package ......................9 1-3. Specifications ........................11 1-4. Part Names and Functions....................13 2. Preparation ......................14 2-1. Connecting the Wireless LAN Interface Board Unit.............14 2-2. -
Page 3: Read Before Using
Read before using Be sure to read this manual carefully before using the product. After you read it, store it in a safe place so that you can reread it when necessary. Contents of this manual may be changed without notice. Reproducing and/or copying the contents of this manual by any means without permission are prohibited. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Before handling the product (removing from packaging, etc.), discharge static electricity by touching metal, etc. Do not spill liquid onto the device. Do not place the device in a humid place. Do not step on, or subject the network cable connected to the device to rough treatment. Do not connect a telephone line to the RJ45 connector on the device. - Page 5 Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity The printers using this WLAN interface board conform to the following Standards: The Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC, and the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC. LVD : EN60950-1 EMC: EN55022 Class A EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3...
- Page 6 Safety Instructions Sicherheitshinweis Die Steckdose zum Anschluß dieses Druckers muß nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein. For Uses in Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus, as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian department of communications.
- Page 7 If you find omissions, errors, or have questions, please contact your Citizen Systems dealer. If you find any pages missing or out of order, contact your Citizen Systems dealer for a replacement.
- Page 8 Safety Instructions Important FCC Radiation Exposure Statement The radiation exposure from this equipment is within the FCC RF radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. It is recommended that you install and operate this equipment with a minimum of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. CE Mark Warning This equipment is classified as a Class B product and may cause radio interference in a home environment.
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Page 9: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Citizen IF-WF01 wireless LAN (WLAN) interface board. By using the IF1-WF01 wireless LAN interface board (hereinafter referred to as the IF1-WF01) with the CT-S801 and CT-S601 series of line thermal printers, CL-S400DT barcode printer, and other equipment, you can directly connect to various printers via a network and use computers on the network to print from the printers. - Page 10 1 Introduction ・ Wireless LAN adapter ・ USB extension cable ・ Adapter cover and double sided fixing tape ・Quick-start Guide ・CD-ROM User manual (this document) Port driver manual WLAN Setup Tool installer Port driver installer...
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Page 11: Specifications
1 Introduction 1-3. Specifications Model number IF1-WF01 Wireless LAN Supported standards IEEE802.11n, IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b (WU606n) Number of channels 1 to 13 Frequency band 2.4GHz band (2,412 to 2,472 MHz) Transmission speed IEEE802.11n: maximum 150 Mbps IEEE802.11g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps IEEE802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps... - Page 12 1 Introduction The communication by “Ad-Hoc” does not work correctly in various cases due to various restrictions. If "Ad-Hoc" does not work correctly, we recommend “Infrastructure”. The purpose of wired LAN port is to set up the WLAN interface board. And printing through the wired LAN port is not taken into the consideration.
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Page 13: Part Names And Functions
Shows wired LAN connection status (disconnected, receiving data, etc.). ④ Wired/wireless LAN status LED indicator (green)* ⑤ Wired/wireless LAN status LED indicator (red)* Shows transmission, connection, and error statuses of the IF1-WF01 with combinations of steady and blinking lights. ⑥ Panel button* Used to operate the IF1-WF01. -
Page 14: Preparation
2-1. Connecting the Wireless LAN Interface Board Unit Warning • To install the Wireless LAN interface board, please contact your Citizen Systems dealer or service person. • Do not pull the Wireless LAN interface board out of the printer and re-insert it. This could cause malfunctioning. - Page 15 2 Preparation Connecting the Wireless LAN Adapter 1) Connect the USB extension cable to the USB connector of the IF1-WF01. *If the installation location has good reception, the Wireless LAN adapter can be directly connected without using the extension cable.
- Page 16 Connecting the Wired LAN RJ45 connector 1) Connect the network cable to the RJ45 connector of the IF1-WF01. Connect the wired LAN when using the IF1- WF01 with wired LAN or when setting the wireless LAN. The wired LAN is enabled when...
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Page 17: Installing The Printer
2 Preparation 2-2. Installing the Printer With an unobstructed view, the guideline transmission distance for the IF1-WF01 is approximately 30 m. The transmission distance depends on the setup environment. This includes electrical interference from the periphery, obstacles such as the printer, and the antenna location. Carefully... -
Page 18: Using The Panel Button
Note that the buzzer will not sound if the IF1-WF01 is connected to the CL-S400DT (Z) printer. In addition, the buzzer will not sound when the IF1-WF01 is used with the CT-S801 and CT-S601 series if the buzzer has been set to not sound. -
Page 19: Led Functions
DHCP server via wireless LAN. connecting (2-second cycle) (1-second cycle) Flashing Wireless LAN working Network operation via wireless LAN. (2-second cycle) Resource error Alternating blinking (1-second cycle) The IF1-WF01 is malfunctioning. System error Alternating blinking (0.2-second cycle) The IF1-WF01 is malfunctioning. - Page 20 2 Preparation ④ Wireless LAN adapter status indicator Status Connecting Repeats short-cycle and long-cycle flashing. Communicating Irregular flashing (changes with data transmission status) Setting using WPS Short-cycle flashing.
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Page 21: Printing The Wireless Lan Interface Board Configuration
2 Preparation 2-5. Printing the Wireless LAN Interface Board Configuration Press the panel button to print out the configuration of the IF1-WF01 from the printer. I/F Board Wired LAN Connection and DHCP On Information ① Title of the printout. ② Model name, hardware revision, and IF1‐WF01(Rev1.1): Ver 1.0 ... - Page 22 Title of the printout. ② Model name, hardware revision, and Information firmware version of the IF1-WF01. ③ System information of the IF1-WF01. The IF1‐WF01(Rev1.1): Ver 1.0 WLAN board name, serial number, and MAC address are printed. ④ Network information of the IF1-WF01.
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Page 23: Returning The Wireless Lan Interface Board Configuration To Factory Default Settings
1) Press and hold the panel button to switch to setting mode. 2) After the IF1-WF01 has switched to setting mode, press and hold the panel button again within three seconds. The following message is printed and the IF1-WF01 returns to factory default settings. -
Page 24: Setting The Wireless Lan
2-7. Setting the Wireless LAN 2-7-1. Settings Classification Item Description General tab WLAN board WLAN board Set the ID of the IF1-WF01. Information Name Net Printer (factory default) TCP/IP TCP/IP Select the IP address acquisition method. “Obtain an IP Address Automatically” (factory default) “Use the following IP Address”... - Page 25 2 Preparation Security Security Select the encryption method. System Disable (factory default) WPA-PSK WPA2-PSK Select the authentication method when WEP is selected. Authentication Open System (factory default) Shared Key Key Size Select the key size when WEP was selected. 64 Bit (Hex-10 chars) (factory default) 64 Bit (ASCII-5 chars) 128 Bit (Hex-26 chars) 128 Bit (ASCII-13 chars)
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Page 26: Example Settings
2) Connect the wired LAN cable to the IF1-WF01. Turn on the printer. After the printer is turned on and the IF1-WF01 starts, the IF1-WF01 will automatically obtain an IP address from the DHCP server within 90 seconds. If an IP address cannot be obtained automatically, use the ZeroConf function to allocate the IP address 169.254.XX.YY (XX.YY will... - Page 27 2 Preparation 4) Use the Web manager to configure the wireless LAN. Configure the wireless LAN while referring to 3, Web Manager (page 28).
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Page 28: Web Manager
IP address. Warning ・ The configuration window of the IF1-WF01 cannot be displayed if the network settings of your computer and the IF1- WF01 differ. Ensure that the IP address of the IF1-WF01 matches the settings of your network. -
Page 29: Home Window
Display the CONFIG window. At the CONFIG window, you can configure the IF1-WF01. ④ Logout button Log out from the CONFIG window of the IF1-WF01. It is not possible to open the CONFIG window at multiple PCs of the same time. You must log out to make settings using another Web... -
Page 30: Status Window
3 Web Manager 3-3. STATUS Window Displays the status of the IF1-WF01. ① System Status tab See 3-3-1, System Status Tab (page 31). ② Network Status tab See 3-3-2, Network Status Tab (page 32). ③ Wireless LAN Status tab See 3-3-3, Wireless LAN Tab (page 33). -
Page 31: System Status Tab
3 Web Manager 3-3-1. System Status Tab ① Firmware Version Displays the firmware version of the IF1-WF01. ② Model Name Displays the model name of the IF1-WF01. ③ Serial Number Displays the serial number of the IF1-WF01. ④ MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the IF1-WF01. -
Page 32: Network Status Tab
Displays the default gateway of the IF1-WF01. ⑤ DHCP Server Displays the IP address of the DHCP server from which the IF1-WF01 obtained its IP address. ⑥ Lease Time Displays the lease time of the IP address allocated by the DHCP server. -
Page 33: Wireless Lan Tab
Displays the SSID of the access point to which the IF1-WF01 is connected. ② BSSID Displays the BSSID of the wireless LAN to which the IF1-WF01 is connected. Generally, the BSSID is the MAC address of the access point. ③... -
Page 34: Printer Status Tab
Displays the model of the printer to which the IF1-WF01 is connected. ③ Printer Status Displays the operational status of the printer to which the IF1-WF01 is connected. Ready: Ready to print. Offline: Not ready to print. Paper Empty: Out of paper. -
Page 35: Config Window
3 Web Manager 3-4. CONFIG Window You can configure the IF1-WF01 after logging in as an administrator. ① User Name Enter the name of the IF1-WF01 administrator. (Initial setting: admin) ② Password Enter the administrator password. (Initial setting: admin) ③... -
Page 36: General Tab
3 Web Manager 3-4-1. General Tab WLAN board Information ・ WLAN board name (factory default: Net Printer) Set the ID of the IF1-WF01. TCP/IP ・ Obtain an IP Address Automatically (factory default) Automatically obtain the IP address from the DHCP server. -
Page 37: Wireless Lan Tab
3 Web Manager 3-4-2. Wireless LAN Tab Basic ・ Network Type (factory default: Infrastructure) Select the access mode from Infrastructure and Ad Hoc. ・ SSID (factory default: CITIZENSYSTEMS) Enter the SSID specified for the connection access point. Security ・ Security System (factory default: Disable) Select the encryption method from Disable, WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK. - Page 38 3 Web Manager For WPA - PSK and WPA2 - PSK ・ Key Format (factory default: Passphrase (8-63 chars)) Select the key format from Passphrase (8-63 chars) and Hex (64 chars). ・ Pre-Shared Key (factory default: ABCDEF4321) Enter the shared key. Site Survey Setting This function searches for access points.
- Page 39 When “Start” is clicked, the WPS setting of the IF1-WF01 starts. Start the WPS setting of the access point. For PIN In PIN mode, the pin code set at the IF1-WF01 is specified at the access point and then the WPS setting is started. ・ PIN (factory default: Random Generation) Select the PIN allocation method from Random Generation and Manually Generation.
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Page 40: User Account Tab
3 Web Manager 3-4-3. User Account Tab You must log in as an administrator to change the settings of the IF1-WF01. At this screen, the administrator name and password can be changed. Set User ・ New User name (factory default: admin) Enter the new administrator name. -
Page 41: Maintenance Tab
Save changes, and restart the IF1-WF01. ・ Restart button Restart the IF1-WF01 without saving changes. ・ Factory Default button Return the IF1-WF01 to the factory default settings. ・ Firmware Upgrade button Upgrade the firmware of the IF1-WF01. Firmware upgrade 1) Click “Browse”, and select the firmware file. -
Page 42: Wlan Setup Tool
4. WLAN Setup Tool The “WLAN Setup Tool” utility software runs on the Windows operating system and can be used to change the settings of the IF1-WF01. 4-1. Installing the WLAN Setup Tool 1) Acquire the file “WLANSetupToolSetup.exe” from the CD-ROM or our website. Double click the file. - Page 43 4 WLAN Setup Tool 5) The screen shown on the right appears. Click “Next.” 6) The screen shown on the right appears. Click “Install”. 7) Click “Finish” to complete installation.
- Page 44 4 WLAN Setup Tool 8) The PC setting tool starts. From the ”System” menu, select ”Exit”. 9) The icon on the right is placed on the desktop of the computer. You can now start program by double clicking this icon.
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Page 45: Information List Window
4 WLAN Setup Tool 4-2. Information List Window ① ”System” Select ”System” – ”Exit” to exit the WLAN Setup Tool. ② ”Tools” Select ”Tools” – ”Settings” to switch the display of the wireless LAN interface board information. When the “Display WLAN board information” check box is selected, the wireless LAN interface board operation status can be displayed as shown below. - Page 46 4 WLAN Setup Tool ③ ”Help” menu Select ”Help” – ”About” to display the version information of the WLAN Setup Tool. ④ ”Refresh List” button Refresh the list of the wireless LAN interface board. The application periodically refreshes the list, but you can refresh the list manually by clicking this button. ⑤...
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Page 47: Setup Window
4 WLAN Setup Tool 4-3. Setup Window You can configure the wireless LAN interface board by selecting the wireless LAN interface board from the list screen and clicking “Configure the WLAN Board”. To login at the login screen, enter a username and password. -
Page 48: Protocol" Tab
4 WLAN Setup Tool 4-3-3. “Protocol“ Tab Use the “Protocol“ tab to enable LPR and the RAW protocol, set the printer timeout duration, and enable UPnP. 4-3-4. “User Account“ Tab Use the “User account“ tab to change the administrator name and password. Warning If you forget the new username and password, settings must be returned to the factory default... - Page 49 4 WLAN Setup Tool Note: If the computer at which you are performing the configuration and the wireless LAN interface board have different subnet values, a message like the one shown below appears in red letters. If this message appears, set the IP address using the “Configure the WLAN Board” button before configuring the wireless LAN interface board.
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