AsiaRF ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual

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Wi-Fi HaLow Outdoor
Gateway
ARFHL-OD-MS02
Type-C
Support
HaLow
IEEE 802. 11ah and IEEE 802. 11b/g/n
Dual-band Integration
Applicable for firmware version 1.1x.
User
Manual
http://www.asiarf.com/
http://www.asiarf.com/
http://www.asiar
f.com/
Final Update : 1/20/2025

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  • Page 1 Wi-Fi HaLow Outdoor Gateway ARFHL-OD-MS02 Applicable for firmware version 1.1x. Type-C Support User Manual HaLow http://www.asiar http://www.asiarf.com/ http://www.asiarf.com/ f.com/ IEEE 802. 11ah and IEEE 802. 11b/g/n Dual-band Integration Final Update : 1/20/2025...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 CONTENT User Manual Getting to Know Your Wi-Fi HaLow Outdoor Gateway 1.1 Your HaLow Gateway 1.2 Package Contents 1.3 Dimension and Interface Overview 1.4 Accessories 1.5 Installation Instructions 1.6 Long range, Low power Wi-Fi® for IoT 1.7 Network Topology Wi-Fi HaLow Bridge Mode Settings 2.1 Bridge Mode Scenario...
  • Page 3: Getting To Know Your Wi-Fi Halow Outdoor Gateway

    If any of the accessories listed above are damaged or missing, please contact AsiaRF technical support as • soon as possible. You can refer to the AsiaRF technical support hotline: +886 2 2940-7880 *18 or contact to our sales team:...
  • Page 4: Dimension And Interface Overview

    74.5mm 1.4 Accessories The AsiaRF Wi-Fi HaLow Omni Antenna operates in the frequency range of 900 MHz to 930 MHz with a gain of 3dBi, ensuring stable and efficient long-distance transmission for the ARFHL-OD. This HaLow Outdoor Gateway also includes a high-performance Wi-Fi 2.4GHz antenna.
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 1.5 Installation Instructions A. Pole Mounting Steps Use the included 30cm nylon cable ties to secure the HaLow Outdoor Gateway mounting bracket to the pole. Pass the ties through the bracket holes and tighten around the pole. For added stability, use an extra set of cable ties.
  • Page 6: Long Range, Low Power Wi-Fi® For Iot

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 1.6 Long range, Low power Wi-Fi® for IoT Wi-Fi HaLow, is a sub-1GHz technology designed for IoT, offering extended range and efficient power usage. Ideal for industrial application and remote areas, it ensures stable connections in settings and coexists with existing Wi-Fi, providing secure, high-performance connectivity for diverse IoT applications.
  • Page 7 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 1.7.2 Daisy Chain Topology / MESH Architecture ARFHL-AP Halow IP Cam The Wi-Fi HaLow Outdoor Gateway supports both Daisy chain topology and MESH architecture, enhancing ARFHL-OD flexibility and scalability. In a Daisy chain topology, nodes are connected in series, ideal for linear installations like pipelines or corridors.
  • Page 8: Wi-Fi Halow Bridge Mode Settings

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual Wi-Fi HaLow Bridge Mode Settings 2.1 Bridge Mode Scenario In a Bridge Mode scenario, the use of HaLow is transparent to the rest of the devices on the network. The HaLow connection serves as a means to provide a virtual Ethernet link between two points where running a physical cable may not be feasible.
  • Page 9: Connect To Your Wi-Fi Halow Gateway As Ap

    User Manual 2.2 Connect to Your Wi-Fi HaLow Gateway as AP 2.2.1 Installation Steps for AsiaRF Wi-Fi HaLow MESH Outdoor Gateway PoE Version (ARFHL-OD-MS01): Connect ARFHL-OD-MS01 to the PoE Cable: Insert the PoE cable into the bottom connector of the ARFHL-OD- MS01 gateway and ensure a secure connection.
  • Page 10: Bridge Mode Access Point (Ap) Setting

    User Manual 2.3 Bridge Mode Access Point (AP) Setting STEP. 1 Use PC or mobile phone to connect to the Wi-Fi. (SSID: AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx, Password: 12345678) STEP. 2 Open a web browser and enter the default IP address "192.168.3.3". Then click "Login"...
  • Page 11 Press the 'Basic Config' tab. Press the ‘Access Point’ button, and then enter yout ‘SSID/Mesh ID’ and ‘Key/Security’. STEP. 5 Remember, our default IP address is “192.168.3.3” with the default Wi-Fi- 2.4 GHz SSID being "AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx" and the password “12345678”. Disable NAT in the "IP Settings" section. Set your own "gateway's" IP address...
  • Page 12 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 6 In the "Wireless" settings, the region you initially selected will be displayed. If you wish to change the region, you can do so here. Remember to click "Save&Apply" after making any adjustments.
  • Page 13: Managing Bridge Mode Halow Gateways

    2.4.1 Setting a Static IP on a Windows PC for HaLow Gateway Access: To connect and configure your device in a Windows environment, follow these steps: 1. Connect to the Wi-Fi Network: Look for the SSID named "AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx" and use the password "12345678" to connect.
  • Page 14 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 1 Use PC or mobile phone connect to the Wi-Fi. (SSID: AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx, Password: 12345678). Click the 'Properties' button to access the settings screen. STEP. 2 Click "Edit" button in "IP assignment" to set static IP.
  • Page 15 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 3 STEP. 4 Choose "Manual" Turn on the IPv4 radio button. STEP. 5 Enter an IP address that belongs to the same network segment (192.168.3.x), input "255.255.255.0" as the Subnet mask, and finally, click 'Save' to apply the settings.
  • Page 16: Bridge Mode Client (Cli) Setting

    4. Connect the PoE Injector to the Router: Use an Ethernet cable to connect the data port of the PoE Injector to the corresponding port on the router to complete the network setup. Type-A Type-C STEP. 1 Use PC or mobile phone to connect to the Wi-Fi. (SSID: AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx, Password: 12345678)
  • Page 17 Wi-Fi HaLow AP nearby, or you can manually choose one from the list. Remember to enter the password, for example, SSID/Mesh ID:AsiaRF-HaLow-New. If your SSID does not appear in the list of scanned APs, please refer to Troubleshooting case 3.
  • Page 18 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 5 Disable NAT in the 'IP Setting' section. STEP. 6 To Activate bridge mode, choose a static IP setting and adjust your IP address accordingly. For optimal management in conjunction with the Access Point (AP), it is recommended to select an IP from the 192.168.3.x range.
  • Page 19: Ghz Wi-Fi Managing

    User Manual 2.6 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Managing STEP. 1 Use PC or mobile phone to connect to the Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz. (SSID: AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx, Password: 12345678) STEP. 2 Open a web browser and enter the default IP address "192.168.3.3". Then click "Login"...
  • Page 20 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 4 Click the “Wireless” in the “Network” tab. Find your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and click the “Edit” button. STEP. 5 Click “Wireless Security” and choose one of the encryption types. Ex. “WPA2-PSK (strong security)” Input your Wi-Fi password in “Key” field and don’t forget it.
  • Page 21 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 6 Click the “Save & Apply” button to save the configuration. The settings will reset your Wi-Fi interface.
  • Page 22: Switching From Bridge Mode To Router Mode

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 2.7 Switching from Bridge Mode to Router Mode STEP. 1 Factory Reset: Press and hold the reset button for at least 10 seconds to perform a factory reset. STEP. 2 Wait for Initialization: Allow approximately 4 minutes for the device to complete its reset and initialization process.
  • Page 23: Wi-Fi Halow Router Mode Settings

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual Wi-Fi HaLow Router Mode Settings 3.1 Router Mode Scenario In Router Mode, the router is used to connect difference IP network segments together, with each segment having its own range of IP addresses and subnet mask, The router forwards packets allowing devices from...
  • Page 24: Connect To Your Wi-Fi Halow Gateway As Ap

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 3.2 Connect to Your Wi-Fi HaLow Gateway as AP 3.2.1 Connect to the Network: First, prepare a PoE Ethernet cable to connect between the router and the ARFHL-OD- MS01 for power and activation in 3 minutes. Alternatively, you can purchase our PoE Injector, which converts a standard Ethernet cable into PoE functionality.
  • Page 25: Router Mode Access Point (Ap) Setting

    User Manual 3.3 Router Mode Access Point (AP) Setting STEP. 1 Use PC or mobile phone to connect to the Wi-Fi. (SSID: AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx, Password: 12345678) STEP. 2 Open a web browser and enter the default IP address "192.168.3.3". Then click "Login"...
  • Page 26 Press the 'Basic Config' tab. Press the ‘Access Point’ button, and then enter yout ‘SSID/Mesh ID’ and ‘Key/Security’. STEP. 5 Remember, our default IP address is “192.168.3.3” with the default Wi-Fi- 2.4 GHz SSID being "AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx" and the password “12345678”. Enable NAT in the "IP Settings" section. Set your own gateway's IP address.
  • Page 27 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 6 In the "Wireless" settings, the region you initially selected will be displayed. If you wish to change the region, you can do so here. Remember to click "Save&Apply" after making any adjustments.
  • Page 28: Router Mode Client (Cli) Setting

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 3.4 Router Mode Client (CLI) Setting The HaLow Gateway Client configuration is identical in both Router Mode and Bridge Mode. For setup instructions, please see Section 2.4, "Bridge Mode Client (CLI) Setting." 3.5 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Managing The HaLow Gateway 2.4GHz Wi-Fi configuration is identical in both Router Mode and Bridge Mode.
  • Page 29: Firmware Upgrade

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual Firmware Upgrade 4.1 First, confirm your current firmware version This section provides guidance on how to determine your current firmware version. Please follow the instructions provided below. Should you encounter any issues with our product, please provide us with your firmware version to ensure the most effective after-sales service.
  • Page 30 Click 'Overview' in the 'Status' tab. Then, you can get your model and firmware version. For example, it could be listed as "AsiaRF AP7628v2" at 'Model' field and "AP7628 v1.10 master-r127-4458700b" at 'Firmware Version' field. Please refer to the screenshot below for further clarification.
  • Page 31: Upgrade Your Firmware Version

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual 4.2 Upgrade your Firmware version. To ensure you have the best experience with our product, follow the instructions in this chapter to upgrade your device whenever new firmware becomes available. STEP. 1 Connect to the Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz network using a PC or mobile phone.
  • Page 32 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 3 Click 'Flash Firmware' in the 'System' tab of the 'Advanced Config', then Click 'Flash image'.
  • Page 33 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 4 Click on "Browse" to select the firmware you need. Choose the desired version and then click 'Open' to proceed. AsiaRF-AP7628-V2-vX.XX-XXXXX AsiaRF-AP7628-V2-vX.XX-XXXXX STEP. 5 After selecting the firmware, it will be displayed on your screen. Click 'Upload' to proceed,...
  • Page 34 ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual STEP. 6 Once your firmware upload is successful, you'll see a screen like the one in the image. It is not recommended to keep settings between major updates. Make sure to deselect the option by removing the check mark. After that, click on "Continue" to start the upgrade.
  • Page 35: Faq And Troubleshooting

    Wi-Fi HaLow Gateway you wish to control. same network segment Remember, our default IP address is “192.168.3.3,” with the default Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz SSID being “AsiaRF-WiFi-xxxx” and the password “12345678.” 2. If access remains blocked, try resetting the device.
  • Page 36: Compliance And Radiation Exposure Warning

    ARFHL-OD-MS02 User Manual Industry Canada Statement This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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