NetCommWireless Let’s get this show on the road You must be excited to get started with your Outdoor WiFi Router. If all goes to plan, you’ll be up and running in no time. This guide will help you get started as quickly and easily as possible. It’ll help you get connected and show you all kinds of ways to get the most from your Outdoor WiFi Router.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Let’s make sure you have everything NetCommWireless Wireless Security Card Keep this card in a secure place for easy access to your NetComm Wireless M2M device ITEM INTERFACE Outdoor WiFi Router WiFi Antennas 3G Antennas...
NetCommWireless Let’s get started SIM Card installation Remove the protective cap labelled SIM/Reset with a flathead screwdriver. NOTE: If you don’t have a flathead screwdriver or you’re having problems, a small coin will do the trick. Place an activated SIM card into SIM card reader with the metallic part of the SIM card facing up. Push the SIM card in until the spring latches the SIM card in place.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Installing the antenna Remove the black protective caps from the WiFi and 3G connectors. Each of the antennas are labelled 3G and WiFi for easy installation. Connect the corresponding antenna to the antenna connectors by holding onto the metal part of the antenna and rotating it clockwise.
NetCommWireless Power options The outdoor WiFi Router can be powered via DC power supply or Power over Ethernet (PoE). DC power option Your router is provided with a waterproof DC jack allowing it to be powered by a 9~28V DC power supply.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Picking the best spot for installation At this point your Outdoor WiFi Router is ready to be installed on the outside of your property, however before doing so, you will need to find the best location.
NetCommWireless Connecting via Ethernet Before connecting the Ethernet cable (not supplied) you must first connect the Ferrite Core and cable gland. Connecting the Cable Gland Take a cable gland, unscrew the thread lock sealing nut, and remove the inner seal as shown below. Thread the Ethernet cable through the thread lock sealing nut.
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NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Connecting the Ferrite Core After connecting the Cable Gland you now have to connect the Ferrite Core. Locate the end of the Ethernet cable with the cable gland and make a loop in the cable, approximately 8 cm in diameter.
NetCommWireless Connecting the Ethernet Cable Remove the protective cap labelled Ethernet with a flathead screwdriver or small coin. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Outdoor WiFi Router Ethernet port. The end with the black cable gland is the end for use with the Outdoor WiFi Router.
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NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Slide the cable gland towards the Ethernet port. You may need to loosen the bottom part of the cable gland so you can move it. Tighten the water-proof thread lock sealing nut to ensure the seal is adequate.
NetCommWireless Configure the Router Step 1: Access the Outdoor WiFi Router’s homepage Your outdoor router’s homepage can be accessed by using the web address via default IP address http://192.168.1.1 or alternatively via URL http://my.router. This URL opens the management console, where you can View the status of your router.
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NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Step 2: Unlock the SIM If the SIM card is locked you will need to unlock it with the appropriate PIN code. You can find out if the SIM is locked by viewing the SIM Status at the bottom of the Status page.
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NetCommWireless Step 3: Connect to the Internet Your router should automatically connect to the Internet if the SIM status reads SIM OK. If it does not, follow the steps listed below to setup the Mobile Broadband connection. By default, the router is set to automatically configure the mobile broadband connection. It tries to detect the correct APN and connection details in order to connect to your mobile broadband service.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Verify Connection Status Click on the Status link to return to the status page. The Mobile Broadband Status should be Up. The IP Address field shows the current IP address that the network has allocated for the router.
NetCommWireless Connecting Wirelessly NetCommWireless Wireless Security Card Keep this card in a secure place for easy access to your NetComm Wireless M2M device NetComm 1234 Wireless Network Name (SSID) ABCDE12345 Wireless Security Key 123456789123456789 IMEI Using your wireless device e.g. notebook, tablet or smart phone, scan for your Outdoor Wireless network as displayed on your wireless security card.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Wall Mounting Your Outdoor WiFi Router Locate your mounting bracket, mounting bracket screws, wall mount screws, and grey wall plugs. Before you start make sure all cables have been disconnected from your Outdoor WiFi Router and that your antennas have been attached and your SIM card is inserted.
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NetCommWireless Insert the 4 grey wall plugs into the wall. Mount the mounting bracket horizontally to the back of the Outdoor WiFi Router with the mounting bracket screws. Secure the mounting bracket to the wall by inserting the wall mount screws into the grey wall plugs You can now reconnect the cables to your Outdoor WiFi Router.
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Pole Mounting Your Outdoor WIFI Router Make sure you have your included mounting bracket, mounting bracket screws and hose clamps. Before you start make sure all cables have been disconnected from your Outdoor WiFi Router and that your antenna have been attached and your SIM card is inserted.
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NetCommWireless Straighten out the end of the metal straps and slide them through the rectangular holes in the mounting bracket. Wrap the metal strap around the pole. Use a flathead screwdriver to tighten the locking mechanism by turning it clockwise. You can now reconnect the cables to your Outdoor WiFi Router...
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router Get to know your Outdoor WiFi Router better OUTDOOR WIFI ROUTER Height 240 mm Length 255 mm Depth 80 mm Weight 1750 g (without mounting bracket and antennas...
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NetCommWireless MOUNTING BRACKET Height 290 mm Length 110 mm Depth 12 mm Weight 410 g 3G AND WiFi Height 20 mm Length 20 mm Depth 180 mm Weight 60 g...
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NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router What it all means The Outdoor WiFi Router has 7 LEDs to display the current system and connection status. LED INDICATOR ICON COLOUR DEFINITION High Signal Green High 3G signal strength available (-47 dBm to -77 dBm).
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For firmware updates or if you have any technical difficulties with your product, please refer to the support section of our website. support.netcommwireless.com NETCOMM WIRELESS LIMITED ABN 85 002 490 486 Head Office, 18-20 Orion Road Lane Cove, Sydney, NSW 2066, Australia +61 2 8205 3888 +61 2 9424 2010 m2msales@netcommwireless.com...
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