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AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A Series Quick Installation Guide Moxa AirWorks Version 1.0, April 2024 Technical Support Contact Information www.moxa.com/support 2024 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. P/N: 1802011610010 *1802011610010*...
Overview The AWK-1161C and AWK-1161A Series are industrial-grade Wi-Fi clients and APs with IEEE 802.11ax technology. These Series feature dual-band Wi-Fi data transmissions up to 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz mode) or 1,201 Mbps (5 GHz mode), meeting the speed and flexibility requirements for industrial applications.
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Panel Layout of the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A 1. Reset button 8. Terminal blocks for PWR (V+, 2. Antenna connector 1 V-, Functional Ground) 3. Antenna connector 2 9. Model name 4. System LEDs: PWR, WLAN, 10. Screw holes for wall-mounting SYSTEM 5. USB host (type A for ABC-02) 11.
AWK-1161C/A Wide Temperature (-T) Models DIN-rail Mounting When shipped, the metal DIN-rail mounting kit is fixed to the back panel of the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A using three M3x5 mm screws. Mount the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A on to a corrosion-free mounting rail that adheres to the EN 60715 standard. STEP 1: STEP 2: Insert the upper lip of the DIN-rail...
To remove the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A from the DIN rail, do the following: STEP 1: Pull down the latch on the DIN-rail kit with a screwdriver. STEP 2 & 3: Slightly pull the AWK-1161C/AWK- 1161A forward and lift it up to remove it from the mounting rail. Wall Mounting (Optional) For some applications, it may be more convenient to mount the AWK- 1161C/AWK-1161A to a wall, as illustrated below.
Do not drive the screws in all the way—leave a space of about 2 mm to allow room for sliding the wall-mounting panel between the wall and the screws. NOTE Test the screw head and shank size by inserting the screws into one of the keyhole shaped apertures of the wall-mounting plates before they are fixed to the wall.
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Read and Follow These Guidelines: • Use separate paths to route wiring for power and devices. If power wiring and device wiring paths must cross, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the crossing point. NOTE Do not run signal or communications wiring and power wiring in the same wire conduit.
Installations with Cable Extended Antennas for Outdoor Applications If an AWK device or its antenna is installed in an outdoor location, proper lightning protection is required to prevent direct lightning strikes to the AWK device. In order to prevent the effects of coupling currents from nearby lightning strikes, a lightning arrester should be installed as part of your antenna system.
NOTE Before connecting the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A DC power inputs, make sure the DC power source voltage is stable. • The wiring for the input terminal block shall be installed by a skilled person. • Wire type: Cu • Only use 16-24 AWG wire size. •...
LED Indicators The front panel of the AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A contains several LED indicators. The function of each LED is described in the table below: Color State Description Front Panel LED Indicators (System) Power is being supplied. Green Power is not being supplied. System initialization failure, configuration error, or system error.
ATTENTION The AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from the human body. The AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A is NOT designed for the general public. To ensure that your AWK-1161C/AWK-1161A wireless network is safe and configured correctly, consult a well-trained technician to assist with the installation process.
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Step 1: Connect the AWK to an appropriate DC power source. • Step 2: Connect the AWK to the notebook or PC via the • AWK’s LAN port. The LED indicator on the AWK’s LAN port will light up when a connection is established.
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Step 5: Choose your country or region. • Select your country or region from the drop-down list and click NEXT. Step 6: Create a user account and password. • Enter the username, password, and email address for your user account and click CREATE. NOTE The username and password are case-sensitive.
Step 7: Log in to the device. • Enter your username and password and click LOG IN. The device will start initializing, this may take several seconds. Once the warning message has disappeared, you can log in using your username and password. First-time Quick Configuration After successfully accessing the AWK, refer to the appropriate subsection below to quickly set up a wireless network.
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AP/Client Mode Configuring the AWK as an AP (AWK-1161A Series Only) Step 1: Set the operation mode of the AWK to AP mode. • Go to Wi-Fi Wireless Settings and select AP from the Operation Mode drop-down list. Step 2: Set up the AWK as an AP. •...
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SSID. When finished, click CONFIRM. Configuring the AWK as a Client (AWK-1161C Series Only) Set the operation mode of the AWK to Client mode. Go to Wi-Fi Wireless Settings and select Client from the Operation Mode drop-down list, set the SSID, and click Apply.
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Configuring the AWK as a Master (AWK-1161A Series Only) Step 1: Set the operation mode of the AWK to Master mode. • Go to Wi-Fi Wireless Settings and select Master from the Operation Mode drop-down list. • Step 2: Set up the AWK as a Master. Click the ADD icon to create a new SSID.
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SSID. When finished, click CONFIRM. Configuring the AWK as a Slave (AWK-1161C Series Only) Set the operation mode of the AWK to Slave mode. Go to Wi-Fi Wireless Settings and select Slave from the Operation Mode drop-down list, set the SSID, and click Apply.
Certifications FCC/IC Statements Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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) his device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body. Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Notices This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference.
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Antenna Gain (dBi) Antenna Type Model Number 2.4 GHz 5 GHz Dipole ANT-WDB-ARM-02 Dipole ANT-WDB-ARM-0202 Dipole ANT-WSB-AHRM-05-1.5m Dipole MAT-WDB-CA-RM-2-0205 Dipole MAT-WDB-DA-RM-2-0203-1m Le présent émetteur radio [IC: 9335A-AWK1160] a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal.
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